Restaurants near Joseph Cole Recreation Center

18 restaurants available nearby

1. Lucha Rosa

3.6

Very Good(25)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 3 times today

Rooftop Bar located at 11th and K on top of the Moxy Hotel. Specializing in craft cocktails, agave spirits and selected Latin Americana menu items with flare! Admittance only for guests 21 and over. Physical ID's must be presented prior to entry. (no photos or digital accepted) NOTE: All reservations that grow to be more than 10 people the day of, are subject to an automatic 23% gratuity charge and require a $250 deposit. Accommodations will be at management discretion and venue availability. No outside food and allowed Corkage fee for wine $50 Plating fee for outside cake $35

2. Sticky Rice

new

4.0

Excellent(634)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Lanham

With its charming atmosphere and bad attitude you won"t find anything quite like it. Our specialty is our fresh sushi bar. With rolls like g.i.jane, shiitake happens and Godzirra, how could you go wrong? Our huge bowls of noodles will satisfy big and small. Large salads, and a selection of other entrees round out the menu. We also feature a kids menu! Don't forget the (soon to be famous) bucket of tater tots with our special tot sauce. Sticky Rice, established last century has been rolling on and on. Sticky Rice serves up an unusual mix of American, Pan-Asian entrees in a friendly, inexpensive and inviting atmosphere. Spring rolls, potstickers, sushi, noodles and edamame (steamed soy beans) are simple and standard. Lots of choices for vegans and vegetarians!

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3. Hakuna Matata Kitchen & Bar

3.4

Very Good(4)

Price: Moderate

• African • H Street Corridor

Hakuna Matata Kitchen + Bar is a modern East African restaurant offering Portuguese and Indian-inspired cuisine. Experience authentic flavors of East Africa without booking a flight!Located in the H Street Corridor, our restaurant is in a vibrant neighborhood with quirky bars, hip eateries, and independent shops. Our Executive Chef, Paul "Smokey" Owono, prepares signature dishes like Mbuzi Mchuzi, a tender goat stew with coconut rice, and vegetarian Coconut Beans.The ambiance at Hakuna Matata Kitchen + Bar is chic and inviting, blending contemporary and rustic elements. The indoor space features exposed brick walls, geometric hand-painted walls, and sleek furniture, with warm lighting creating a cozy yet upscale vibe. Our soon-to-open outdoor patio, adorned with string lights and lush greenery, offers an enchanting setting perfect for romantic dinners, casual gatherings, or unwinding with a drink. This vibrant and stylish atmosphere promises a memor

4. SHIA Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(32)

Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Washington

Booked 3 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.**

5. O-Ku - DC

4.8

Exceptional(1698)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Washington

Booked 71 times today

O-Ku DC invites guests to explore rare and unique dining options -traditional sashimi and sushi, innovative Japanese specialties and wood-fired robata-style dishes from the Kitchen's Binchotan grills. The fish and other ingredients are sourced from the highest-quality purveyors around the world and is committed to using sustainably sourced ingredients when possible.

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6. Palette 22 - Union Market

4.7

Exceptional(161)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • NoMa

Booked 25 times today

Immerse yourself in a vibrant dining adventure at Palette 22, located in the heart of the Union Market District. Explore a diverse menu featuring globally inspired entrées and shareable items from our wood-burning grill, served in a gallery-like setting. Quench your thirst with our dynamic list of beers, wines, and signature libations, including our award-winning sangria, all while enjoying stunning rooftop views. Plus, don't miss bottomless brunch every weekend and daily happy hour specials!

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7. Ted's Bulletin - Noma

4.8

Exceptional(95)

Price: Moderate

• American • NoMa

Booked 48 times today

Now Open!! Welcome to Ted’s. Your go-to place to savor The Every Day. We are your neighborhood eatery, taking a creative and contemporary approach to classic American dishes and cocktails in NoMa. Open daily for all-day breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks. Voted “Best Hangover Breakfast” and “Best Kid-Friendly Restaurant” by readers of Washington City Paper (in the same year), Ted’s Bulletin is truly a restaurant for all seasons.In addition to street parking, we offer valet, validate parking for the Marriot Hotel Retail Lot adjacent to our restaurant for up to 90 minutes. There is also a paid, private lot across the street.We limited reservations for weekend brunch service. If they are all booked, WE DO ACCEPT WALK INS.

8. Cordelia Fishbar

4.7

Exceptional(27)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Washington

Booked 27 times today

Just opened in Union Market! Cordelia, a name whose origin in some Celtic cultures means “daughter or heart of the sea”, draws on regional culinary influences from Spain, Portugal, Asia, and the Americas – focusing on areas that use high heat charcoal to coax the best out of fish, alongside a diverse offering of conserva, crudo and cured seafood. Happy Hour Monday thru Friday from 4-6 pm and late-night.Chef Rene CaceresGeneral Manager Sonya Znati

9. Pacci's

4.8

Exceptional(168)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill

Booked 12 times today

Influenced by the Neapolitan tradition and a passion for fine food, our philosophy is simple: to use fresh and high quality ingredients, to prepare our food as Nonna taught us, and to serve it with love. Our wood-fired pizza ovens are what make our hand-crafted pizzas come alive with flavor and bring inspiration to the rest of our menu. Pacci's Trattoria offers authentic Neapolitan pizza, home-made pastas, regional seafood and meat dishes and your favorite Italian sweets. Our beverage selection prides itself on hand-crafted cocktails, Italian and local beers and a wine list that features both Italian classics and new vintages. As a family owned restaurant, we want to bring our family to yours so we welcome you to spend a delicious meal with us!**Requested tables not guaranteed**

10. Cafe Berlin

4.7

Exceptional(2316)

Price: Moderate

• German • Capitol Hill

Booked 16 times today

Café Berlin has been serving authentic German cuisine on Capitol Hill since 1985. It occupies the ground floor of three townhouses whose front yards serve as Biergarten for outdoor dining. The interior features a small bar and two cozy dining rooms. The restaurant is located within a short walking distance of Union Station and the U.S. Capitol. It draws politicians, congressional staffer, and tourists as well a loyal following of neighborhood residents. The traditional dishes are authentically prepared with lighter touch by chefs with extensive experience in German cuisine. In addition to the regular menu, the restaurant offer seasonally changing menus that feature fresh asparagus in the spring, salads and light fares in the summer, Bavarian dishes during Oktoberfest in the fall, and wild game in the winter. Desserts which are freshly made in-house include apple strudel, black forest cake, and luscious cream tortes. The bar offers a selection of imported German beers and wines.

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Thomas
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Super Restaraunt. Very good atmosphere, friendly wait staff, very good price point. Reservations are highly recommended as this is a local go-to. There are four bars in the restaurant, one in each corner. So, while this is a white linen dining experience, you must not think of it as posh or fine dining given the tavern extraordinaire atmosphere. It obviously has the DC charm of “Cheers” sans Norm and Sam, with a kicked up level regarding the dining. Very tasty meal, great selection of cuisine. I highly recommend OEG.
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Old Ebbitt GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.8
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DawnVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •13 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was solid- love it! We did not particularly care for the waiter. We ate outside generally we have excellent service, but this time was different. he was not particularly helpful almost to the point of being rude.
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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JimVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •14 reviews
4.0
Dined on Oct 18, 2024
Overall good experience. Food, drinks and service were very good. It’s a very nice restaurant. My only complaint is that the music is way too loud. We could not hear anyone at our table. If they hadn’t been able to relocate us to the outside area, we would have left.
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Lucha RosaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Mount Vernon Square
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3.6
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MICHAEL
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Oct 12, 2024
I had the Grilled Chicken which was seasoned very well. The Collard Greens were awesome and I will back to try the Fried Red Snapper next time. Cool place for drinks or dinner.
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Hakuna Matata Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• African• H Street Corridor
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3.4
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ScottA
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 5, 2020
The place was amazing. Everything we had was so delicious. We say, go if you have the chance.
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Sticky RicePrice: Moderate• Asian• Lanham
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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Lucha Rosa

2. Sticky Rice

3. Hakuna Matata Kitchen & Bar

4. SHIA Restaurant

5. O-Ku - DC

6. Palette 22 - Union Market

7. Ted's Bulletin - Noma

8. Cordelia Fishbar

9. Pacci's

10. Cafe Berlin

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