6 curated restaurants in Downtown — cuisines, price ranges, and directions for each.

Downtown is home to 6 restaurants in our curated directory, in Washington, DC. The dining here spans Japanese, Italian, Steakhouse, Cafe, Southern. Every card below links to a full detail page with the restaurant's address, phone number, price range, and a directions link, so you can compare your options before heading out. Looking for something specific? Browse the full A-Z directory or jump to a cuisine page from the restaurants index — and if you run a restaurant in Downtown that belongs on this list, you can get listed from our pricing page.

Kaz Sushi Bistro

DC

Long-running downtown DC sushi bistro known for creative "freestyle" sushi and Japanese small plates.

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L'Ardente

DC

Glamorous downtown DC Italian restaurant offering a timeless Italian experience that blends haute and rustic cooking.

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RARE Steakhouse & Tavern

DC

Downtown DC steakhouse serving USDA prime, dry-aged steaks with Midwestern-founded hospitality.

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Slipstream

DC

Downtown DC cafe serving pour-over coffee and light fare by day, cocktails by night.

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Succotash Prime

DC

Southern restaurant in a restored 1911 landmark building near 9th & F St, led by James Beard Award-winning chef Edward Lee.

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Taberna del Alabardero

DC

DC's first Spanish restaurant, open since 1989 near the White House, serving classic tapas and paella.

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