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Restaurant Guides

Our Favorite Outdoor Restaurants in
Washington, DC

Guide By Sophie Gragg
Give it up for our nation's capital! As to be expected, our shortlist of outdoor dining locations spans the world of cuisines and we are so into it. Foods of Peru, Cambodia, Taiwan, Mexico, Turkey, Greece, Lebanon, and Spain by way of tapas. There is something magical about shared little bites and cocktails under the sky. We are way into it.

Ambar

Multiple Locations
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Ambar is a modern, chic restaurant serving up traditional and award-winning Balkan cuisine. Indulge in their unlimited brunch and bottomless Balkan dinner!

Maketto

1351 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002
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Maketto features dishes inspired by traditional Cambodian & Taiwanese recipes with bold and powerful flavors.

Oyamel

401 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
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Oyamel is a lively, upscale spot with creative Mexican tapas & street food, plus an impressive cocktail & wine menu.

Paraiso

1101 Pennsylvania Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20003
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Paraiso highlights tacos & classic Mexican staples, plus tequila & mezcal flights.

Spanish Diner

7271 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
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Spanish Diner is a tapas-focused Spanish restaurant in an airy, colorful bistro setting with upscale happy-hour crowd.

Zaytinya

701 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
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Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting

Lucky Buns

Multiple Locations
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Lucky Buns offers tasty burgers, bold flavors, live music, and cold drinks inspired by the world.

Honeymoon Chicken

4201 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011
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Where fried chicken becomes fancy. Enjoy incredible flavors and juicy bites at Honeymoon Chicken.

All Day By Kramers

1517 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036
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All Day By Kramers is a landmark indie bookstore & cafe with a menu of upscale American fare, wine & draft beer.
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