Best American Restaurants in Washington, DC

7 hand-picked American restaurants in Washington, DC — ratings, price ranges, addresses, and directions for each.

Our directory features 7 hand-picked American restaurants across Washington, DC. You'll find them in neighborhoods like Capitol Hill, Shaw, U Street, Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, from $ spots to $$$ dining rooms. The highest-rated American pick in our directory right now is Rose's Luxury in Capitol Hill, at 4.7 out of 5. Every listing below links to a full detail page with the address, phone number, price range, and directions, so you can compare options and pick the right spot for your night out. We keep this list curated rather than exhaustive — each restaurant here was added to the directory on its merits, and the ratings shown come from our listings data.

All American restaurants across the DMV
Rose's Luxury

Rose's Luxury

DC

Chef Aaron Silverman's acclaimed Capitol Hill gem serving inventive American cuisine. Known for creative dishes and a no-reservations policy.

The Dabney

The Dabney

DC

Michelin-starred mid-Atlantic cuisine cooked over a wood-burning hearth in a restored Shaw alleyway. Chef Jeremiah Langhorne celebrates regional ingredients.

Ben's Chili Bowl

Ben's Chili Bowl

DC

A legendary DC landmark since 1958, famous for its half-smokes and chili dogs. A must-visit cultural institution on U Street.

Kramers

Kramers

DC

Iconic bookstore-cafe-bar hybrid on Dupont Circle that has been a DC institution for decades. Brunch here pairs perfectly with browsing the bookshelves.

The Diner

The Diner

DC

A 24-hour Adams Morgan diner serving comfort food around the clock. The go-to late-night spot for pancakes, burgers, and hearty brunch plates.

Unconventional Diner

Unconventional Diner

DC

Chef David Deshaies' globally-inspired comfort-food diner in Shaw, a longtime Michelin Bib Gourmand pick near the convention center.

Rooster & Owl

Rooster & Owl

DC

Chef Yuan Tang's market-driven, seasonal tasting-menu restaurant on 14th Street — refined New American dining in a comfortable setting.