Best Contemporary American Restaurants in Downtown
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- SSamuelVIPWashington, D.C. Area •33 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoGreat venue and great food! I’m looking forward to my next visit.More infoMichele’sPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French / American• West Loop•3.9
- AAudraSouth Carolina •2 reviews4.0Dined 3 days agoGreat food. However the service could have been better. 30 minutes to get our drink had to ask where it was. Waiter forgot to put in our appetizer, tables all around we’re having the same issues— maybe they were short staffedMore infoLincoln - DCPrice: Moderate• American• McPherson Square•4.2
- JJasmineBaltimore / Maryland •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoWENT FOR MY BIRTHDAY YESTERDAY, (FIRST TIME EXPERIENCE).. IN THE BEGINNING I WAS A LITTLE SKEPTICAL BUT AFTER A VERY SHORT WHILE, IT WAS DEFINITELY A VIBE!! IM A SKINNY BIG GIRL WHO LOVES TO EAT, AND THE FOOD WAS FOODIN BABY!! PRICES WERE VERY REASONABLE, DRINKS WERE OK IF YOU LIKED FRUITY DRINKS (SO I STUCK TO SHOTS)!! LEWIS AND THYNIS ( I PRAY THATS THE CORRECT SPELLING OF THE YOUNG LADY NAME) WERE DEFINITELY DOIN THEIR BIG ONE!! GREAT PERSONALITY, VIBE, SERVICE, EVERYTHING!!! THEY DEFINITELY MADE MY BIRTHDAY WORTH IT!!!!More infoThe Park at 14thPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown•4.7
- TTomPortland / Oregon •6 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 7, 2025My favorite venue for a morning breakfast meeting. Service is always excellent, food is superior, coffee is great!More infoThe Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DCPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown•4.8
- WWilliamWashington, D.C. Area •6 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 4, 2025My goodness, the roux--it is perfect, making the gumbo the best I've had outside of NOLA and H-town in years. That alone made the meal. Also loved the hush puppies (who knew). For my main the pork tender was perfectly cooked and beautifully matched with mustard cream. My friend had the short rib, which I tried and loved. The only misfire was the strawberry shortcake, which was too sweet, breading too dense, and only one strawberry. My friend's bread pudding was superb. The service was excellent, water refilled consistently, food arrived at a nice pace. Kudos to Dauphine's, I'll be back with a cajun spring in my step. Thank you!More infoDauphine’sPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American • Downtown•4.6
Discover best Contemporary American restaurants in Downtown
Discover the essence of Contemporary American cuisine in the bustling heart of Washington, D.C.'s Downtown area. This vibrant dining scene offers a diverse array of restaurants that masterfully blend traditional American flavors with inventive culinary techniques, providing an exceptional gastronomic experience. Each establishment in this locale highlights the use of fresh, regional ingredients, ensuring every dish served is both unique and flavorful. From intimate, plant-based menus to lavish, all-you-can-eat brunch buffets, the range of dining options caters to various tastes and dining preferences. Patrons consistently praise the outstanding service, the high-quality food, and the inviting atmospheres that make each dining experience memorable. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, exploring the contemporary American culinary offerings in Downtown Washington, D.C., guarantees a delightful and satisfying meal in a city known for its rich dining culture.