A Chinese bistro taking on Hong Kong dishes. The brick walls, Chinese basket-style lanterns, and warehouse floors, makes this place feel sexy and hip. 

Cocktails and sandwiches, an iconic combination, is what it is all about at Your Only Friend. This cool new restaurant is all the rage right now, go here for an unforgettable experience. 

Etto has it all. Wood-fired pizza, seasonally changing dishes, an amazing wine list, and delicious desserts. This rustic chic place is always bustling for good reason. While they don't take reservations, you can grab a drink at the bar while you wait for your table. 

No guide to D.C. is complete without a mention of Le Diplomate. This iconic restaurant is always packed because of good reason. The Parisian vibes, delicious food, and impeccable service satisfies again and again. Our hot tip is to walk in scout for a seat at the bar, it is intimate yet exciting, and doesn't everything just taste better on a high chair?