Washington DC Restaurants & Lounges Near Dupont Circle

Dupont Circle Restaurants.

• Annie’s Paramount Steak House.

   Annie's Paramount is a wonderful steak restaurant with lots of wood, a low-key atmosphere and succulent steaks. 1609 17th St. NW - 202-232-0395

• Al Tiramisu.

   A cozy setting with great modern Italian favorites and seafood specialties. For privacy, ask for table No. 15. 2014 P St. NW/202-467-4466

• Banana Leaves.

   This sleek townhouse spot offers pan-Asian cuisine, including succulent coconut rice wrapped in a banana leaf. 2020 Florida Ave. NW/202-986-1333

• Bar Rouge.

   Located in the Hotel Rouge, this sleek, swanky restaurant and lounge offers innovative American cuisine, appetizers, fabulous cocktails, pumping world music, and sexy, hip décor. 1315 16th Street, NW/ 202- 232-8000

• Beacon Bar & Grill.

   This hip hotel restaurant livens up the week with burger specials and a great Champagne brunch. 1615 Rhode Island Ave. NW/202-872-1126

• Bistrot du Coin.

   Enjoy classic French bistro fare served up in a festive party atmosphere just off Dupont Circle. 1738 Connecticut Ave. NW/202-234-6969

• Buca di Beppo.

   This fabulous Italian kitchen serves signature spaghetti and meatballs, and boasts a 3.5 pound meatballs atop two pounds of yummy pasta. 1825 Connecticut Ave. NW/202-232-8466

• Café Luna.

   Café Luna is a pillar of the Dupont Circle neighborhood, serving tasty vegetarian and low-fat dishes to please the green bohemian crowd. 1633 P St. NW/202-387-4005

• Darlington House.

   A fine dining establishment and casual bistro share this delightful space. 610 20th St. NW/202-332-3722

• Dupont Grill.

   This bistro within Jurys hotel infuses Asian and European influences into delicious Cajun cuisine. 1500 New Hampshire Ave. NW/202-483-6000 [Top]

• Heritage India.

   Contemporary Indian fare and small plates of street food in a nice casual setting. 1337 Connecticut Ave., NW/202-331-1414

• I Ricchi.

   Warm and simple, this nice Tuscan restaurant offers respectable pastas like the delicious pappardelle with rabbit sauce. 1220 19th St. NW/202-835-0459

• Inti.

   Enjoy fine Peruvian specialties and a quaint back patio at this hidden basement eatery. 1825 18th St. NW/202-797-0744

• Iron Gate Restaurant.

   The Iron Gate has a wonderfully romantic outdoor patio, a private room and delicious food. 1734 N St. NW/202-737-1370

• Jack's Restaurant and Bar.

   This popular bistro offers a great outdoor patio along 17th Street, and serves a fun weekend brunch until 3:30. 1527 17th St. NW/202-332-6767

• Jefferson Restaurant.

   This restaurant serves mid-Atlantic continental fare (lamb, crab cakes, tuna, chicken) with some challenging twists. 1200 16th St./202-347-2200

• Jolt 'N Bolt Coffee & Tea House.

   This is a popular place to read the paper, nosh on a bagel and cream cheese and chill out in Dupont with a cup of Joe. 1918 18th St. NW/202-232-0077

• Julia's Empanadas.

   Dupont Circle - Empanar means "to bake in pastry" in Spanish, and at Julia's, it means good eating. 1221 Connecticut Ave. NW/ 202-861-8828

• Komi.

   This wonderful 4-star neighborhood restaurant serves Greek, Nouveau American, and Mediterranean cuisine and incredible appetizers like pale pink amberjack. The wine list is a small treasure. 1509 17th St. NW/202-332-9200

• La Frontera Cantina.

   Enjoy cheery Tex-Mex fare, ample margaritas, sangrias, domestic and imported beers on a fun spacious patio at one of the most happening restaurants along 17th Street. 1633 17th St./202-232-0437 [Top]

• La Tomate.

   This bustling trattoria serves simple and delicious Italian dishes and wines. 1701 Connecticut Ave. NW/202-667-5505

• Lauriol Plaza.

   Locals patiently wait to get in for the strong margaritas, large portions of tasty Tex-Mex fare and a bright, open dining space. 1835 18th St. NW/202-387-0035

• Levante's.

   Washington - Enjoy excellent Middle Eastern food and boat-shaped pizzas. 1320 19th St. NW/202-293-3244

• Luna Grill & Diner.

   Dupont Circle - This local grill serves nouveau takes on classic diner comfort food, especially potatoes. 1301 Connecticut Ave. NW/202-835-2280

• M Street Bar & Grill.

   A cross between fast and fancy, this Italian, restaurant in the St. Gregory Hotel serves Mediterranean/Italian cuisine. 2033 M St. NW/202-530-3600

• Mai Thai.

   This glamorous downtown DC hotspot dishes up awesome Thai food in a chic setting. 1200 19th St. NW/202-452-6870

• Mandu.

   Feast on Korean flavors in a striking setting near Dupont Circle. 1805 18th St. NW/202-588-1540

• Mark and Orlando's.

   This split-level restaurant pleases a span of palates with two menus. The cool first-floor Orlando’s offers a contemporary American menu that changes daily. The casual Mark's serves a simple menu of salads and sandwiches. 2020 P St., NW/202-223-8463

• Marrakesh Palace.

   With elaborate décor, this Moroccan spot sticks to classic fare but heats up at night with live belly dancing. 2147 P St. NW/202-775-1882

• Marvelous Market.

   Dupont - This pleasant tin-ceilinged delicatessen with an old-world European feel serves a wide selection of cheeses, cookies, croissants, pasta, sauces, oils, vinegars and more. 1511 Connecticut Ave./202-332-3690 [Top]

• Logan Tavern.

   Wonderful neighborhood restaurant and bar with hip atmosphere, delicious comfort food with a twist and great weekend brunch. 1423 P St. NW/202-332-3710

• Mourayo.

   This restaurant ventures from typical Greek dishes to serves a taste of more authentic regional fare. 1732 Connecticut Ave., NW/202-667-2100

• Nage.

   This upscale Scott Circle seafood spot is an offshoot of a popular Rehoboth seafood destination. 1600 Rhode Island Ave. NW/202-448-8005

• Nora.

   Organic produce, meats and dairy are presented with a minimum of asceticism and a maximum of pleasure. 2132 Florida Ave. NW/202-462-5143

• Obelisk.

   Five-course prix fixe Italian New American menu is based on seasonally available ingredients. The chef does not over-embellish the natural ingredients. 2029 P St. NW/202-872-1180

• Odeon Café.

   Odeon's wide windows - open during warm weather - good cheer and great food draw the passersby. 1714 Connecticut Ave. NW/ 202-328-6228

• Otello.

   This local Italian restaurant serves up enjoyable pasta dishes in a casual atmosphere with fair prices. 1329 Connecticut Ave. NW/ 202-429-0209

• Pesce.

   Pesce adds a French flourish to its fresh succulent seafood dishes. 2016 P St. NW/202-466-3474

• Pizzeria Paradiso.

   Within walking distance from the Dupont Circle Metro, this cheery little pizzeria serves simple and pure pies. 2029 P St. NW/202-223-1245 [Top]

• Sakana Japanese Restaurant.

   This intimate, low-key and cozy sushi spot offers fresh sushi and good Japanese dishes. 2026 P St. NW/202-887-0900

• Sam & Harry's.

   A solid Dupont Circle steakhouse with a handsome dining room, this restaurant serves red meat and American specialties. 1200 19th St. NW/|202-296-4333

• Suki Asia.

   This consistent lunch place offers Asian favorites including sushi and delicious dumplings. 1730 Rhode Island Ave. NW/202-223-1337

• Sushi Taro.

   Chow down on all your sushi favorites like salmon, yellowtail, sweet and shrimp that taste as if they'd been caught that morning. 1503 17th St. NW/202-462-8999

• Tabard Inn.

   The beautiful surroundings offer a place to talk, relax and unwind with contemporary American food. 1739 N St. NW/202-331-8528

• Teaism.

   Dupont - Good for dates, this serene two-story tea spot in Dupont also erves bentos, burgers, curries and cold noodle salads. 2009 R St. NW/202-667-3827

• Thaiphoon.

   The extensive Thai menu offers noodle dishes, curries and soups. Try surprises like deep-fried string beans and steamed rockfish. 2011 S St. NW/ 202-667-3505

• The Brickskeller Saloon.

   Try more than 1,000 varieties of beer at this legendary Dupont bar and grill. 1523 22nd St. NW/202-293-1885

• The Front Page.

   Stop by for the cheap beer and the great taco bar that have made the Front Page's Thursday happy hour legendary. 1333 New Hampshire Ave. NW/202-296-6500

• The Melting Pot.

   Enjoy incredible fondue with fresh ingredients at the Melting Pot - a stirring way to spend a few hours with friends. 1220 19th St. NW/202-857-0777 [Top]

• The Palm.

   When it comes to fresh gossip, newsworthy names, and great cuts of aged beef, no steakhouse in town can compete with the Palm. 1225 19th St. NW/202-293-9091

• The Well Dressed Burrito.

   This hidden alley Tex-Mex spot serves delicious and creative burritos for the weekday lunch crowd. 1220 19th St. NW/202-293-0515

• Trattoria Nicola's.

   This cozy little trattoria serves delicious, rustic Italian fare and good wines. 1250 22nd St. NW/ 202-449-4011

• Trio Restaurant.

   DC locals dine here for the tasty American food and the fun, funky décor. 1537 17th St NW/202-232-6305

• Uni.

   A Sushi Place - This neo-wave take on Japanese small dishes is a cool mix of tradition, innovation, trend and theater. 2122 P St. NW/202-833-8038

• Vapiano.

   Dupont Circle - The European "fresh casual" chain lets eaters customize pizzas, salads and pasta. 1800 M St. NW/202-640-1868

• Vidalia.

   Enjoy down-home Southern cooking that's bathed in luxury and 30 wines by the glass served in a subterranean yet sunny yellow dining room warm, rich fabrics. 1990 M St., NW/202-659-1990 [Top]