Top Best American Restaurants in Washington DC

"Named for Chef Aaron Silverman's paternal grandmother and his desire to provide a warm, casual and hospitable environment for guests, this venue is one of the district's favorites. Start off your experience with small plates likes spicy 'happy' oysters or green tomato Panzanella. Pasta and family-style options will draw you in with selections like lumaconi alla norma and smoked brisket."

"You may have heard of Rose’s Luxury, the American spot in Capitol Hill with creative pastas and vegetable-heavy small plates. You may have also heard about the no-reservations policy and the hours-long lines that come with it. Don’t let all that steer you away, though, because even a few years into the hype, it’s difficult to have a bad time at Rose’s."

"If you don’t mind the inevitable wait, then Rose’s Luxury is the place to be. It won the best new restaurant title by Bon Apetit last year and has gained meteoric popularity. The dishes can’t really be classified into a specific cuisine and varies depending on the season."

"Bluejacket comes from Neighborhood Restaurant Group, the local hospitality company that stocks its all of its bars and restaurants (Churchkey, the Sovereign) full of outstanding beer. Bluejacket always has a staggering number of drafts to choose from, from IPAs to stouts. It’s also a favorite hangout before and after Nationals games."

"The Arsenal is a part of Bluejacket Brewery and is a great place for folks to grab a beer and enjoy delicious food. The restaurant features a number of vegan offerings on the menu..."

"For a genuinely American eating experience, check out Virtue Feed & Grain. It’s a restaurant we’ve recommended before – and for good reason!. In addition to its delicious and varied menu, it offers a cozy outdoor dining space that’s perfect for a summer night."

"Lined with lockers, this Chicago- and Detroit-themed dive perched above Shaw is a go-to for fans of the Cubs, Tigers, and Michigan sports teams. There are Detroit-style pizzas, curly fries, and ballpark dogs to go with cheap brews and pours of Jeppson’s Malört. Order takeout online or reserve a two-hour seat."

"This dive-y Shaw favorite identifies as a hangout for Chicago and Detroit expats, but everyone can appreciate the casual, enclosed roof deck with cheap beers, $2 Ballpark hot dogs, Detroit-style pies, and wings."

"An adorable corner bistro, Giovanni’s Trattu is truly a part of the large Washington, DC family, with personal photos lining the walls and an intimate, homey atmosphere inside its dining space. Italian paraphernalia enhance the romantic feel of this venue near Dupont Circle, which serves reasonably priced favorites from Italy’s cooking tradition. The menu at Giovanni’s Trattu is very wide ranging, with a particularly ample pasta selection within its dinner service."

"Another upscale, romantic restaurant in Dupont Circle, Giovanni’s Trattu is an intimate Italian eatery and event space. This is a spacious and simple dining room where you can find a number of seafood-based Italian staples."

"Serving up coastal favorites and New England beach fare classics since 2005, Hank's Oyster Bar is a favorite among locals. There are three locations, Capitol Hill, Dupont Circle and Alexandria, Va., but each offers different menu items daily. The Dupont Circle location offers a Bottomless Brunch menu featuring endless mimosas, champagne or bloody Mary's and you choice of two courses."

"Serving up coastal favorites and New England beach fare classics since 2005, Hank's Oyster Bar is a favorite among locals. There are three locations, Capitol Hill, Dupont Circle and Alexandria, Va., but each offers different menu items daily. Dinner menu includes ice bar, small and large plate selections, meats and side orders."

"Homegrown chain Hank’s Oyster Bar from chef Jamie Leeds dishes out lobster rolls, mussels, and fried clams in a festive, casual atmosphere. They even have their own variety of oyster cultivated for them."

"Address: The Sushi Bar, 2312 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. The Sushi Bar aims to provide the full dining experience with their comfortable lounge and friendly atmosphere. While this restaurant only serves small-bite dishes to encourage visitors to try out everything on their menu, all starter items promise to please the appetite and get everyone ready for the meal of a lifetime."

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"If your love is a little bit on the fancy side, you’re sure to impress them with a truly Instagrammable box of Parisian macarons from Maison Ladurée. Be sure to order at least four flavors as the coffee, rose petal, salted caramel or lemon macaron. The only thing better would be actually takin them to France!"

"La Madeleine Country French Cafe (5861 Crossroads Center Way)"

"Their story, in brief: Established in 2010 in the small town of Floyd, Virginia (think population of just over 400 small), Red Rooster is now a multi-award winning coffee company built on the premise of “Taking Good Care of Our Coffee, Our People, Our Farmers, Our Planet.” Besides making a bangin’ cold brew their main shtick is making a positive social impact both at home and abroad at the coffee’s origin.What makes ’em unique: Red Rooster is all about operating under the three main tenets of transparently traded coffee, sustainability and environmental action, and hiring locally as well as giving back to the local community. They’re also the only coffee company in the country with an onsite daycare facility to look after their staff’s kids. The brew you’ve gotta try: Their most popular brew, the Funky Chicken.Try it at: Their coffee roaster and cafe in Floyd, Kintsugi in the Eaton Hotel, and multiple locations in Virginia."

"A charming neighborhood cafe that doubles as a market, Little Red Fox in Chevy Chase is offering pick-up options that range from blueberry muffins and croissants to a whole quiche and lunchtime favorites like the famous Fox BLT. It’s the perfect option for those who want to pick up a tasty brunch dish and their groceries for the week at the same time. Did we mention they also have a huge variety of beer, cider, and wine?. How to book: Order online for pickup or delivery directly through their website"

"I recommend taking the metro, or if you're in the mood for a little more adventure, rent a Zipcar and enjoy working up an appetite while you're stuck in traffic. Luckily, Little Red Fox is a combination coffee shop, deli, and bakery so you'll have plenty of options. #SpoonTip: Ask them what they recommend, and prepare to be amazed."