Power dining with global flavors
Washington DC has transformed from a steakhouse-and-power-lunch town into one of America's most diverse and exciting food cities. The nation's capital draws culinary talent from around the world, with vibrant Ethiopian, Salvadoran, Vietnamese, and Korean dining scenes alongside Michelin-starred fine dining.
Best times to dine: Happy hour runs 4-7pm and is a DC institution. Power lunches peak at noon. Dinner reservations hottest at 7:30pm.
DC's food identity reflects its international population. The city boasts the largest Ethiopian dining community in the US, incredible Salvadoran pupuserias in Mount Pleasant, and a thriving fine dining scene along the 14th Street corridor. The waterfront and Georgetown neighborhoods offer upscale options while Adams Morgan and Columbia Heights deliver eclectic, affordable eats.
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