Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Van Ness

303 restaurants available nearby

1. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19390)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 321 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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2. CIRCA at Foggy Bottom

4.7

Exceptional(3045)

Price: Moderate

• American • Foggy Bottom

Booked 47 times today

All of our CIRCA restaurants are neighborhood bistros serving delicious food and drinks. Each CIRCA is warm, inviting, and offers an energized social scene.Whether dropping in for brunch, lunch, dinner — every meal is accompanied by an extensive wine list, including over 20 wine offerings by the glass and a seasonal cocktail list. Our patios are located on the best city corners for a vibrant dining experience. Join us and dine well!Our patios accommodate service animals only.

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3. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

4.5

Awesome(3798)

Price: Expensive

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 177 times today

The Smith is a casual American brasserie with a simple mission — make people happy! We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

4. Lincoln - DC

4.2

Awesome(3403)

Price: Moderate

• American • McPherson Square

Booked 9 times today

Founded in 2011 our seasonal menu features comfort food with a twist. LINCOLN pays tribute to one of the greatest US Presidents, with nods to many of his favorite foods including our signature chicken pot pie & another star on the menu, our kale salad. The menu is focused but varietal. Our cocktails are truly one-of-a-kind. Our barkeeps have created one of the city’s thoughtful bar programs highlighted by infused bourbons and DC's first moonshine-list served in antique-style copper cups. Our patio is open all year-round, offering a relaxed, urban landscape. Don't miss our butcher cut NY Strip or the city's best Mac & Cheese. LINCOLN is the right place for your next private event with many options for private dining from 10 to 200. Original paintings & distinctive interior design by homegrown artist, Maggie O’Neill. LINCOLN is your destination for Lunch, happy hour, dinner or brunch. We are open Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Easter & Mother's Day for your special celebration.

5. Old Ebbitt Grill

4.8

Exceptional(29708)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 283 times today

Founded in 1856, Old Ebbitt Grill is Washington, DC's oldest saloon and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Situated in the heart of the city, just steps from The White House, this historic landmark offers a timeless blend of classic American cuisine and unparalleled hospitality. Old Ebbitt Grill promises a memorable visit filled with a warm ambiance and a seasonal menu spanning from freshly shucked oysters to house-made pastas and perfectly prepared steaks & chops. From the Rooftop Terrace to the Atrium or Cabinet Room, Ebbitt's private dining spaces are ideal for celebrations ranging from small and intimate to grand and stylish.

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6. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.4

Awesome(1311)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 233 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.

7. The Hamilton

4.7

Exceptional(11841)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 172 times today

The Hamilton, located in downtown Washington, DC, is a vibrant restaurant known for its diverse American cuisine and lively atmosphere. Showcasing an expansive menu that includes fresh seafood, savory steaks, and inventive sushi, it caters to a wide range of tastes. The Hamilton also features an impressive bar with handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list. With its spacious dining areas and a music venue hosting live music performances, The Hamilton offers a unique dining experience that blends culinary excellence with entertainment. Across the street from the Treasury building, the W Hotel, and the Willard Hotel.

8. The Park at 14th

4.7

Exceptional(2917)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 108 times today

The Park at 14th is a restaurant, lounge, and event venue on four floors overlooking Franklin Square in Downtown D.C. Offering a sense of timeless elegance, beautiful views, and a warm and welcoming interior, The Park at 14th is the perfect place dining, socializing, and hosting your next event. We invite you to join us. For reservations over 10 people, please TEXT (202) 550-0300

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9. Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom

4.5

Awesome(34462)

Price: Moderate

• American • Foggy Bottom

Booked 351 times today

Our award-winning Founding Farmers DC flagship restaurant opened in 2008 just three blocks west of the White House on Pennsylvania Avenue. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes and drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust. Join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, weekday happy hour, and a la carte weekend brunch. Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday neighborhood restaurant.

10. Tabard Inn

4.7

Exceptional(3788)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Dupont Circle

Booked 63 times today

Christmas Eve is dinner will be a curated $92/per person prix fixe. Large parties of 6+ will be invited to our family friendly, buffet-style seating. Parties of 1-5 will be served a la carte in our main dining rooms. Since our early days as a tea room, we’ve been a respite for locals and visitors alike, offering a haven for conversation and memorable cuisine. The tradition continues as our culinary team has curated an inventive and elevated menu through New American cuisine while paying homage to the beloved dishes that have been served at the Tabard Inn for years. A DC institution since 1922, we look forward to offering our guests all the comforts of a home away from home. Executive Chef Matthew Zafrir came to the Tabard in 2023, bringing with him experience from various fine dining restaurants around D.C. such as minibar by José Andrés, Cranes, Revelers Hour.

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CherieVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Impeccable! Cannot wait to go again to try some more of the menu. We had baba ghannouge, fries with labneh, smoked beet salad, mujadara, imam bayildi, garides me anitho, lamb baharat and lamb kelftiko. Every single dish had a perfectly- balanced complexity of flavors that made want to sing. The food has inspired me to attempt some of these dishes at home.
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Maureen
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Varied menu with options for a wide range of tastes
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CIRCA at Foggy BottomPrice: Moderate• American• Foggy Bottom
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4.7
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George
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Located close to Ford's Theater. Had tickets for Christmas Carol that night which is within walking distance from The Smith. Also, the Management accommodated a last minute change in the numbers of our party and made sure we made it to the show on time.
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The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.CPrice: Expensive• American• Penn Quarter
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4.5
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Cynthia
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Christmas Eve dinner at OEG is a 24-year tradition for my daughter and me. As always, the food was awesome. My daughter and I were quite surprised and disappointed by the lackluster greeting and overall experience when we walked in. The word "dismissive" comes to mind. Because our previous experiences were fabulous, I will look at this visit as a "one-off" one. Merry Christmas and a Happy 2025!!!
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Old Ebbitt GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.8
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Melisa
Washington, D.C. Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 15, 2024
This is my first visit to the Lincoln for brunch, and I was pleased by the food options and bottomless mimosas. The music playlist added a great vibe to the experience. Our waiter was excellent! and the manager sorry if I’m mistaken, but I think his name is Mark was very friendly and attentive. Looking forward having brunch at the Lincoln again!
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Lincoln - DCPrice: Moderate• American• McPherson Square
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4.2

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303 restaurants available nearby

1. Zaytinya - DC

2. CIRCA at Foggy Bottom

3. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

4. Lincoln - DC

5. Old Ebbitt Grill

6. La Grande Boucherie - DC

7. The Hamilton

8. The Park at 14th

9. Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom

10. Tabard Inn

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