If you want to spend an evening feeling like you're sitting in Spain rather than in DC's trendy Logan Circle area, head to Barcelona 14th Street. While this tapas place and wine bar focuses on the flavors of Spain, the wine list includes selections from around the world, much to the delight of wine lovers who come to visit this intimate establishment. Grab a table inside, a seat at the bar, or head out to the courtyard, where a large fireplace keeps patrons warm even on cooler DC evenings.
For classic Filipino food, and American dishes, head to Mount Peasant and walk into the Purple Patch restaurant where aromatic scents waft in the air. Being split between two floors, the downstairs seating is spacious with a full bar whereas the one upstairs is bright and intimate. The restaurant does everything correctly, right from the appetizers to the main course. Pick from an assortment of drinks as you unwind in the wonderful ambiance. Sample scrumptious dishes like the Lumpia, fried Guajillo Pepper Chicken Wings and the Alcoholic Ginger Beer, all of which are tasty and fresh. The Purple Patch is a dining spot which you will not regret visiting when in Washington.
Bringing flavour from the Ottoman Empire cuisines and giving a new twist to all the modern dishes, Ottoman Tavern welcomes you to have an elegant and delicious dining experience. With an elegant decor in pastel hues and beautifully patterned walls, the interiors are as grand as the food served. Whether you are seated at the Sultan's Table or in their private dining room, the experience will be the same. With dishes like Muhammara, Esme, Haydari and much more you will be spoiled for choices. Enhance your meal with some creamy Antep Fishkill Dondurma or a tasty Baklava. You can also order some wine or champagne from their eclectic assortment of drinks.
Craving Italian? Drop by at the marvelous Italian restaurant – Sfoglina. Owned by Chef Fabio & Maria Trabocchi, this quirky pasta joint is a must for every person who relishes Italian cuisine. Kick-start the meal with a few tasty nibbles such as the Soft Polenta packed with mushrooms and Parmesan Cheese or the Arugula and Bibb Salad featuring Bosina Robiola Cheese and Asparagus. When it comes to Pasta, some of the classic favorites are Polenta Maltagliati, Rigatoni Angry and Guitar Spaghetti. Sweet-tooth lovers can dig into Italian soft serve Ice-cream or Piemontese Cheese Robiola Bosina. There is a full-bar, incase you crave a quiet drink. Since it tends to get crowded, do book a table in advance!
Stable DC is a beautiful restaurant that is nicely located in the Northeast area of Washington DC. The menu is limited but is wonderfully put together so that you can taste the most significant and authentic dishes from Switzerland. The main dining area has an intimate seating whereas the back room is spacious and resembles a Swiss chalet with a lovely bar. They have an extensive cocktail list. Dishes like the Landjaeger, Veal Zurich Style, Vol-au-vent and the classic milk chocolate mouse are worth trying. They have a classic European brunch menu over the weekends.
Managed by the RAMMY Award-winning team Zena Polin and Jerry Hollinger, The Dish & Dram is a popular upscale restaurant in Kensington that offers comfort food and drinks by “dram”. This upscale restaurant with its cozy interiors and tall tables is a reflection of the favorite places of the owners. The major reason for this eatery’s popularity is that it serves comfort favorites fish tacos, homemade desserts and drinks by the dram (Scottish term for a small drink). The menu here is expertly categorized into Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Kids, Happy Hour and Wine & Cocktails. Some of the delicacies served here include Fried Oysters, Grilled Norwegian Salmon, Pork Chops and Shoofly pie. In October 2018, The Washington Post described The Dish & Dram as a model neighborhood restaurant. Dine here to savor the taste of comfort food and good wine.