17 hand-picked American restaurants in Washington, DC — ratings, price ranges, addresses, and directions for each.
Our directory features 17 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.
Michelin-starred mid-Atlantic cuisine cooked over a wood-burning hearth in a restored Shaw alleyway. Chef Jeremiah Langhorne celebrates regional ingredients.
Iconic bookstore-cafe-bar hybrid on Dupont Circle that has been a DC institution for decades. Brunch here pairs perfectly with browsing the bookshelves.
Throwback Adams Morgan rooftop bar from Jack Rose Dining Saloon's owner, opened September 24, 2026, with $10 cocktails and easygoing 2000s-nightlife energy.
Mid-century-themed modern American restaurant near Nationals Park serving seasonal, sustainably-sourced dishes spanning seafood, pasta, and roasted poultry.
All-day gathering place on the first floor of The LINE DC in Adams Morgan, sourcing from Chesapeake Bay and Mid-Atlantic farmers and fishers for feel-good dishes morning, noon, and night.
Historic Georgetown institution serving classic American cuisine — fresh, seasonal dishes ranging from seafood and steaks to salads and sandwiches — alongside an extensive bar program.
