Best Cozy Restaurants in Petworth

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1. SHIA Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(99)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Washington

Booked 25 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.**

2. Tabard Inn

4.7

Exceptional(3862)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Dupont Circle

Booked 53 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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3. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(17391)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 251 times today

Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!

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4. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.2

Awesome(1621)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 127 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.

5. The Dabney

4.8

Exceptional(312)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Shaw

Booked 28 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.

6. Iron Gate

4.7

Exceptional(3045)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Dupont Circle

Booked 29 times today

Iron Gate is a cozy spot with a charming, cabin-like ambiance that customers love. It's got a romantic vibe, perfect for a special occasion. The fireplace in the dining room adds to the coziness, and the outdoor seating is beautifully designed and warm even on chilly nights. The staff is friendly and attentive, contributing to the warm, welcoming atmosphere.

7. Amazonia

4.8

Exceptional(194)

$$$$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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8. Caruso's Grocery - DC

4.8

Exceptional(1239)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill

Booked 49 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.

9. Fraiche

4.6

Exceptional(65)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Columbia Heights

Booked 34 times today

Fraiche (French for Fresh) is a fresh take on culinary fusion with inspiration from multiple cultures (including French, Cajun/Southern American, and Caribbean). This is also a fresh take on the historic architecture of the venue, which was once a theater. Fraiche is designed to be a non-pretentious culinary destination with a nod to upscale dining without the stuffiness. The menu is constructed in a way that takes approachable and recognizable food and elevates it, with no flavor left behind! Since the beginning of time, food has brought people together and that is our ultimate goal with this concept.

10. The Park at 14th

4.8

Exceptional(3006)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 103 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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Lois
Washington, D.C. Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was our second visit to The Dabney and it was just as good as the first time. The food is amazing, beautiful and delicious beyond belief. The staff is so attentive in a good way and explains each course (we did the tasting menu). We sat by the kitchen and it was great to watch the fire, the cooking, the careful prep of each plate and the camaraderie between kitchen and serving staff. It’s expensive and we can’t do this often, but it was worth the splurge.
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The DabneyPrice: Very Expensive• American• Shaw
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4.8
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ericVIP
San Antonio •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Best lasagna I’ve had in my LIFE! Juan was outstanding and gave our party great recommendations. Highly recommend for outstanding authentic Italian food!
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Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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4.8
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TashaSVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Nice spot for a business lunch! Beautiful space and friendly staff. Food was delicious!
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La Grande Boucherie - DCPrice: Very Expensive• French• Washington
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4.2
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Laura
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
What a wonderful experience, the food, the service, and the location was amazing! We already have our reservation in for next month.
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SHIA RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Washington
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4.9
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FredVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 3, 2025
Super great food, pleasant and warm staff, good live music, comfortable, cozy, sophisticated vibe.
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Tabard InnPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Dupont Circle
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4.7

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