Best Cozy Restaurants in Mount Rainier

188 restaurants available nearby

1. Era Wine Bar

4.6

Exceptional(170)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Mount Rainier

Booked 1 time today

Era is a family-owned and operated wine bar and restaurant located in the historic Singer Building of Mount Rainier, MD. Era offers a full bar, including an extensive selection of bottles and wines by the glass. Full service brunch and dinner is offered Wednesday-Sunday. Indoor and outdoor seating (heated in winter, covered in spring/summer) is available. Check out our shop for bottles to-go as well!We are proud to receive the Opentable "Diner's Choice Award" and be featured in Tom Sietsema's "Favorite Places to Eat" column of the Washington Post! We're also thrilled to be featured as one of the "16 Essential Wine Bars" of DC by Eater DC. Reserve your table today!

2. SHIA Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(39)

Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Washington

Booked 5 times today

SHIA (shee-uh) is a modern Korean fine dining restaurant in Washington, D.C., dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and cultural storytelling. Our tasting menu-only experience spotlights the intersection of local agriculture and premium Hansik ingredients, using fresh, seasonal elements with minimal manipulation to honor the environment. As a non-profit restaurant, SHIA is more than just a dining destination; it’s a platform for tackling key challenges in the restaurant industry, from environmental responsibility to fair labor practices and culinary heritage preservation.**Please Note: Chef Lee's appearance is not guaranteed, and his availability is not given to the team or guests.**

3. Olio e Più - DC

4.4

Awesome(194)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Washington

Booked 92 times today

Located at 699 14th Street on the coveted corner of 14th and G Street NW, OLIO E PIÙ, is situated on the most high-profile street in Washington D.C., just one block away from the White House, bringing Italian tradition and a true sense of Mediterranean liveliness to the Penn Quarter. As an authentic trattoria, its cuisine is based on classic Italian dishes. As you dine at OLIO E PIÙ, you’ll be transported not just by the flavors of Italy but also by the authentic atmosphere that surrounds you. Here, the spirit of 1970s Italian elegance lives on, and every meal is a celebration of life, love, and the joy of shared moments. OLIO E PIÙ is more than just a restaurant; it’s a portal to a different time and place, where the essence of Italy’s rich culinary and cultural heritage is captured in every detail.

4. Tabard Inn

4.7

Exceptional(3797)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Dupont Circle

Booked 70 times today

Tabard Inn is a cozy restaurant with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Many reviews praise its 'quaint European setting', 'cozy and beautiful' bar/lounge area, and 'charming ambiance'. The restaurant's commitment to comfort is also evident in its 'home away from home' ethos. The intimate dining rooms, and fireplace lounge add to the warm, inviting feel. The restaurant's historic ambience, and thoughtful touches like decorative floor screens between tables, enhance the comforting environment.

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5. Caruso's Grocery - DC

4.8

Exceptional(1188)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill

Booked 66 times today

Please note that we are not offering Restaurant Week at our DC location. Located at 914 14th Street SE in Washington, DC.Caruso’s Grocery is modeled after the classic, Italian-American "red sauce" joint. You know the one: red banquettes, a killer chicken parmesan, Sinatra pouring through the speakers. If you’re looking for modern interpretations of a chef's take on the classics, you won’t find them here. A joint venture from Neighborhood Restaurant Group and Partner Matthew Adler.

6. The Dabney

4.7

Exceptional(270)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Shaw

Booked 21 times today

Located in historic Blagden Alley in D.C.'s Shaw neighborhood since 2015, The Dabney continues to pay tribute to the wonderful farmers, watermen, and purveyors of the mid-Atlantic region whom provide some of the best and most unique products in the country. We celebrate these ingredients by preparing them in a large wood burning hearth which is the centerpiece of our open kitchen. The current dining room experience is an 8-course tasting menu honoring the Mid-Atlantic's bounty. We offer an additional 3-course experience at our bar and bar area tables. Walk-in guests are welcome to enjoy the bar area as well.The Dabney has been awarded one Michelin star every year since 2017, James Beard Foundation Best Chef Mid-Atlantic for Chef Jeremiah Langhorne in 2018, and Washingtonian Magazine's #1 restaurant in 2023. At this time we are unable to accommodate severe allium and dairy allergies as well as vegan and vegetarian diets.

7. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19417)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 266 times today

Under the direction of celebrated chef José Andrés and concept chef Michael Costa, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Jose’s deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in Washington, DC.

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8. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.4

Awesome(1357)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 219 times today

Located at 699 14th Street on the coveted corner of 14th and G Street NW, La Grande Boucherie is situated on the most high-profile street in Washington D.C., just one block away from the White House. The restaurant is built in elegant and ornamental Art Nouveau style, evoking the sense of optimism from the turn of the 20th century. The brasserie’s menu features both classic and modern French dishes, with focus on the meat program, raw bar and extravagant large-format meats, ideal for sharing and celebrating. Mahogany wood and glass partitions divide the gargantuan space to create intimate dining experiences. These pieces are adorned in gilded accents and uniquely curved arches inspired by the 20th-century Art Nouveau movement of Paris. The main dining room highlights a massive curved bar with a metal top imported from Paris, a signature piece of Boucherie.

9. dLeña

4.7

Exceptional(2023)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 95 times today

Welcome to dLeña, a Wood-Fire Mexican Cocina & Mezcaleria by Chef Richard Sandoval.dLeña is derived from the Spanish word “leña,” meaning firewood. The restaurant is centered around it’s wood-burning grill - a nod to the rustic open-fire cooking techniques of Mexico’s past. The menu transports diners to Mexico through a multi-sensory experience in every bite of the signature smoked entrées, fresh ceviches, and unique sharing plates. The expansive bar features hand-crafted margaritas, Latin cocktails, cervezas and vino. CHEF'S TABLE EXPERIENCE:Book an exclusive dining experience at our chef’s table tucked behind the main bar facing into the open kitchen. Chef will prepare eight courses for 160.00 per guest, with an optional beverage pairing for 75.00 per guest. Please visit our Chef's Table OpenTable page to book:https://www.opentable.com/r/dlena-chef-table-washington

10. Amazonia

4.7

Exceptional(139)

Price: Very Expensive

• Peruvian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 44 times today

Venture into the relaxed ambiance of Amazonia, our inviting upstairs bar, dining room and rooftop hideaway. As one of the first Amazonian restaurants in the U.S., discover the exotic flavors and ingredients from Peru's rainforest, as well as favorite Peruvian staples. Here you can explore a thoughtfully curated selection of pisco and imaginative cocktails. The dishes you'll enjoy in Amazonia are meant for sharing, and are expertly prepared by the very same skilled kitchen team from Causa downstairs.

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Mark David
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
my group agreed that it was a start-to-finish no miss meal. I particularly loved the pine nut soondubu soup because of how unorthodox the pairing of the ingredients were: pine nut, persimmon, apple, crab meat, tofu, tangerine vinegar
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SHIA RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Washington
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4.8
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Denise
Baltimore / Maryland •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The Tabard Inn is one of my favorite spots in DC. I especially love bringing out of town friends for a relaxed cozy setting to catch up and feel at home.
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Tabard InnPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Dupont Circle
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4.7
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Bryan
Baltimore / Maryland •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
What a great dining experience at Caruso’s Grocery! Excellent service and Amazing food!
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Caruso's Grocery - DCPrice: Expensive• Italian• Capitol Hill
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4.8
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Emma
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Incredible service and 10/10 food! Expected standard brunch food, but was pleasantly surprised. Order the foccacia, burrata, and pork pasta!
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Olio e Più - DCPrice: Expensive• Italian• Washington
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4.4
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Omar
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 2, 2024
It was the kind of place you’d like to go and get what you paid for. I loved it and my wife loved it. We are thankful for such a great service. Definitely a place to go back.
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Era Wine BarPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Mount Rainier
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4.6

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188 restaurants available nearby

1. Era Wine Bar

2. SHIA Restaurant

3. Olio e Più - DC

4. Tabard Inn

5. Caruso's Grocery - DC

6. The Dabney

7. Zaytinya - DC

8. La Grande Boucherie - DC

9. dLeña

10. Amazonia

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