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Food, Beverage & Dining: Restaurants, Bars, Food & Wine Events

The Washington, DC area has a wide variety of restaurants and bars. Experience cuisines from all over the world at formal dining, casual or family friendly restaurants and sports bars in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia. Find restaurant reviews and information about food & wine events, restaurant directories, and bar listings.

Maryland Food – Specialty Foods of Maryland

Learn about the foods of the state of Maryland, including Chesapeake Bay seafood, Maryland agricultural products and more.

Virginia Foods - Specialty Foods of Virginia

Learn about the foods of the state of Virginia, including wine, seafood, ham, agricultural products and more.

Great Washington DC Party Venues

Washington DC’s best restaurants offer inviting private dining spaces for holiday parties, business dinners, birthday parties, anniversary parties and more. See a guide to the best party venues in the nation's capital.

Restaurants and Dining Near the National Mall in Washington, DC

Find recommendations for dining near the National Mall in Washington, DC. From food courts to museum dining to street vendors, find out where to eat in downtown Washington, DC.

Best Kid-friendly Restaurants in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia

Find the best kid-friendly restaurants in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia. Find the Washington, DC area's best restaurants for a reasonably priced meal with good food and service catered to kids.

Washington DC Restaurants - An Index to DC Area Restaurants

See a complete guide to restaurants in Washington DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia, including restaurants arranged by type of cuisine and by neighborhood. Read restaurant reviews and find the best restaurants in the Washington DC area. Find restaurant events and holiday dining suggestions.

DC Liquor Laws – Drinking Laws and Regulations

See an overview of DC Liquor Laws, including the legal drinking age, the hours that alcohol may be purchased or served, and other laws related to liquor consumption in the District of Columbia.

Restaurants and Bars Near Nationals Park in Washington DC

Find restaurants and bars, nightlife and entertainment near Nationals Park, Washington DC's baseball stadium

Food Trucks in Washington DC

Hungry? Don’t have the time or money to sit in a restaurant? If you want a quick bite to eat in Washington DC, food trucks provide a variety of quick and inexpensive dining options beyond the typical hotdog and a pretzel. Here is a guide to food carts in the Washington DC area.

Best Georgetown Restaurants - Washington DC

Georgetown has many fine restaurants offering a wide range of cuisine from contemporary American to Mediterranean, to French or Latin American fare. Here is a guide to Georgetown's best restaurants. (Listed in alphabetical order)

Eat Cheap in Washington, DC

When you want to eat out and eat cheap, there are plenty of places to find casual, tasty fare in Washington, DC. Check out these local favorites.

Best Restaurants in the Washington, DC Area

Find the best food, service and ambiance in the Washington, DC Area, including Maryland and Virginia

Crystal City Restaurants - Crystal City, Virginia

Looking for places to dine in Crystal City? Here is a guide to the restaurants in Crystal City, Virginia.

Most Romantic Restaurants in the Washington, DC Area

Looking for romance? The Washington, DC area offers an extensive selection of romantic restaurants.

Washington, DC Restaurants with a Great View

Which Washington, DC Restaurants have the best view? Find fine dining with a great view in Washington, DC

Georgetown Waterfront Restaurants - Dining at Washington Harbour

Washington Harbour, Georgetown Waterfront Restaurants, offer seasonal outdoor dining and Sunday brunch

Best Beer Pubs & Breweries in the Washington, DC Area

Find the best selection of beer at Beer Pubs & Breweries in the Washington, DC Area, Beer and Brewpubs in downtown Washington, DC, and the Maryland and Virginia suburbs

Favorite Food Street Vendors in Washington DC

Do you have a favorite food street vendor in Washington DC? Tell others the name, location and why you like this street vendor. Share your experience.

Best Alexandria Restaurants

Alexandria, Virginia has a variety of great restaurants from casual eateries to elegant fine dining establishments. Here is a guide to the best restaurants in Alexandria.

Tea Rooms and Tea Stores in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia

Enjoy afternoon tea at a tea room or tea specialty store in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia, see the best tea rooms in the Washington, DC area

Best Burgers in Washington, DC

Looking for a great burger in Washington, DC? Whether you prefer a plain patty on a bun or a fancy burger with the works, there are plenty of restaurants that serve the all American hamburger. Here’s a guide to some of the best places to get a burger in Washington, DC.

Top 10 Coffee Shops in Washington, DC

Looking for a great cup of coffee in Washington, DC? Find the best Washington, DC area independently owned coffee shops, coffee houses that offer a unique atmosphere and a wide selection of coffee, tea and bakery items.

Sunday Brunch in the Washington DC Area

Suggested restaurants with Sunday brunch specials in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia.

Pick Your Own Farms in Northern Virginia

Pick Your Own Fruits and Vegetables at a Northern Virginia Farm, from apples to pumpkins to berries to assorted vegetables. Farms in the Virginia suburbs of Washington, DC.

Top Gourmet Food Stores in the Washington, DC Area

Find the best gourmet food stores in Washington, DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia. These specialty food stores in the Washington, DC area offer a wide selection of gourmet foods from fresh vegetables and choice meats, to bakery items and delicious desserts.

Best Pizza in Washington, DC

Looking for a great pizza in Washington, DC? Whether you prefer a plain pizza or a gourmet one with the works, there are plenty of restaurants that serve pizza. Here’s a guide to some of the best places to get a pizza in Washington, DC.

Best Happy Hours at Washington, DC’s Hottest Restaurants

Where are the hottest restaurants and bars in Washington, DC to mingle and have fun with coworkers and friends after work hours? Find the best happy hours in Washington, DC.

Restaurants Near the Verizon Center in Washington, DC

Find a wide selection of restaurants near the Verizon Center in downtown Washington, DC. Dining in the Penn Quarter neighborhood, restaurants range from casual pubs to formal dining.

Dining Outdoors-Restaurants with Outdoor Seating in the Washington, DC

Restaurants with outdoor seating in the Washington, DC Area, Find a patio, courtyard, or sidewalk café in the Washington, DC area

Crab Restaurants in the Washington DC Region

Maryland is known for hard-shell crabs. How about Washington, DC? Find restaurants in the Washington DC area that serve steamed Maryland crabs. Featured restaurants are in Washington, DC, Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland and Northern Virginia.

RAMMY Awards – Washington, DC Award Winning Restaurants

The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington votes each year for the best restaurants and chefs in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Best Ice Cream in the Washington, DC Area

Find the best ice cream in the Washington, DC Area, ice cream parlors in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia

Farmers Markets in Washington, DC

Find farmers markets offering fresh produce and a variety of other products in Washington, DC.

Late Night Diners in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia

Got the munchies late at night? Looking for an easy place to take the kids for breakfast or a burger? Find one of these local diners in Washington, DC, Maryland or Virginia.

Pick-Your-Own Fruits and Vegetables at a Maryland Farm

Pick Your Own Fruits and Vegetables at a Maryland Farm, from apples to pumpkins to berries to assorted vegetables.

Gadsby's Tavern and Gadsby's Tavern Museum - Old Town Alexandria

Gadsby's Tavern is a unique early American-style restaurant to enjoy a meal and learn about colonial times in Old Town Alexandria

Best Chocolate Stores in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia

Find the best chocolate, truffles, fudge and brownies in the Washington, DC area, Chocolate stores in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia

Eastern Market - Washington, DC’s Favorite Farmers Market

Eastern Market on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC is a farmers market and flea market with everything from local produce and flowers, to fresh fish to arts and crafts.

Bethesda Chevy Chase Restaurant Week

Experience Bethesda, Maryland's best restaurants at affordable prices during this gourmet event.

Valentine’s Day Dining at Washington, DC Restaurants

Romantic Valentine’s Day Specials at Washington, DC Area Restaurants, make a reservation now for an evening of romance

Washington, DC’s Restaurants Celebrate The Cherry Blossom Festival

Washington, DC’s Restaurants Celebrate The National Cherry Blossom Festival® with Cherry Picks (Cherry Inspired Recipes)

Mount Vernon’s Spring Wine Festival & Sunset Tours

Mount Vernon’s Wine Festival & Sunset Tour celebrates the history of wine in Virginia with special evening tours of the Mansion and cellar, appearances by “George and Martha Washington”, and live jazz on the east lawn of George Washington's Mount Vernon home.

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