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1. Daikaya ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Daikaya
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2. Central Michel Richard ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Central Michel Richard
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3. Jaleo

Jaleo
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4. Purple Patch

Purple Patch
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5. Hill Country Barbecue Market

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Hill Country Barbecue Market
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6. Soi 38

Soi 38
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7. Old Ebbitt Grill

Category: Food & Drink
Old Ebbitt Grill
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8. Capitol City Brewing Company

Category: Food & Drink
Capitol City Brewing Company
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9. 2941 Restaurant

Category: Food & Drink
2941 Restaurant
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10. Oyamel Cocina Mexicana

Category: Food & Drink
Oyamel Cocina Mexicana
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11. Ser Restaurant

Category: Food & Drink
Ser Restaurant
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

From casual eateries to elegant restaurants, the Washington D.C. area offers many excellent places to dine. Have lunch at an award-wining American bistro, stop by a traditional ramen shop, relax with Italian comfort food, try contemporary Spanish dishes, sample innovative Japanese cuisine, indulge in Thai street food, and have some of the best barbecue in town.

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