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The 100 Very Best Restaurants in Washington, DC
Your ultimate guide for where to eat in the DC area. Here is our ranked list of the top restaurants in DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
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IT’S TIME—Introducing Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants 2025! 🍽️
Your ultimate dining guide to the DC region. This is our annual ranked list of the top 100 restaurants in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Who’s hungry? ⤵️
Your ultimate dining guide to the DC region. This is our annual ranked list of the top 100 restaurants in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Who’s hungry? ⤵️
The Beths are in town, there’s a new Ruth Orkin photography exhibit at the National Museum of Women in the Arts, and for some holiday fun, you can get tickets to the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington jazzed-up production.
30 Things to Do in the DC Area This Week and Weekend
Visit Ruth Orkin's new exhibit, catch The Beths in concert, and more.
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December 8, 2025 at 10:21 PM
The Beths are in town, there’s a new Ruth Orkin photography exhibit at the National Museum of Women in the Arts, and for some holiday fun, you can get tickets to the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington jazzed-up production.
Washingtonian's Sylvie McNamara bought three things to liberate her from her phone, making her feel substantially calmer, saner, and more present in her life.
Three Recent Purchases That Liberated Me From My Phone - Washingtonian
In 2025, I vastly reduced my cell phone use. It cost less than a hundred bucks.
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December 8, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Washingtonian's Sylvie McNamara bought three things to liberate her from her phone, making her feel substantially calmer, saner, and more present in her life.
“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” will soon hit the airwaves, but for many people, the holidays are more a time of stress and anxiety.
Not Feeling Festive This Year? You're Not the Only One.
A therapist weighs in on the pressure to feel merry this season.
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December 8, 2025 at 8:20 PM
“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” will soon hit the airwaves, but for many people, the holidays are more a time of stress and anxiety.
This year’s honorees at the 48th Kennedy Center Honors had to share a bit of the spotlight with Donald Trump, after the President decided to emcee the event himself.
PHOTOS: The Red Carpet at Trump’s Kennedy Center Honors Ceremony - Washingtonian
Kiss, Sylvester Stallone, and Gloria Gaynor got medals, and the President emceed the ceremony. Some photos from an unusual red carpet.
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December 8, 2025 at 7:04 PM
This year’s honorees at the 48th Kennedy Center Honors had to share a bit of the spotlight with Donald Trump, after the President decided to emcee the event himself.
If you stop by Tysons Corner Center during the holiday season, you’ll likely see Mike Graham posing as Santa Claus. This will be his 37th year as Kris Kringle.
3 Holiday Pros Share Their Secrets
A holiday decorator, a mall Santa, and radio host share insight into their professional life.
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December 8, 2025 at 6:03 PM
If you stop by Tysons Corner Center during the holiday season, you’ll likely see Mike Graham posing as Santa Claus. This will be his 37th year as Kris Kringle.
Business is down. The vibes are tense. President Trump claims DC’s restaurant scene is “booming” since his return to the White House—but insiders tell a different story.
The DC Restaurant Trump Slump
President Trump claims DC’s restaurant scene is “booming” since his return to the White House—but insiders tell a different story.
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December 8, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Business is down. The vibes are tense. President Trump claims DC’s restaurant scene is “booming” since his return to the White House—but insiders tell a different story.
Jorma Kaukonen, the renowned guitarist for Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, is closely associated with San Francisco’s music scene. But Kaukonen actually grew up in Chevy Chase, DC.
Jorma Kaukonen Talks About His DC Roots
The Jefferson Airplane guitarist celebrated his 85th birthday at the Warner Theatre.
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December 8, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Jorma Kaukonen, the renowned guitarist for Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, is closely associated with San Francisco’s music scene. But Kaukonen actually grew up in Chevy Chase, DC.
Good morning, on Monday’s Washingtonian Today:
- Trump realizes goal to be president AND awards-show host
- DC Police Chief steps down
- Commanders season somehow gets worse
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- Trump realizes goal to be president AND awards-show host
- DC Police Chief steps down
- Commanders season somehow gets worse
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Trump Realizes Goal to Be President AND Awards-Show Host, DC Police Chief Steps Down, Commanders Season Somehow Gets Worse - Washingtonian
Good morning. Cold with wind gusts and a chance of light snow and flurries today. The high temperature will be around 33. A low near 19 overnight. You can find me on Bluesky, I’m @abeaujon.87 on Signal,...
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December 8, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Good morning, on Monday’s Washingtonian Today:
- Trump realizes goal to be president AND awards-show host
- DC Police Chief steps down
- Commanders season somehow gets worse
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- Trump realizes goal to be president AND awards-show host
- DC Police Chief steps down
- Commanders season somehow gets worse
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Stanhope Place in Fairfax is the seasonal star of the Middleridge neighborhood, renowned for over-the-top displays that would make Clark Griswold proud.
I Moved to a Decked-Out Christmas Street. It Changed My Holidays.
Turns out three Christmas trees just doesn't cut it on Stanhope Place.
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December 7, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Stanhope Place in Fairfax is the seasonal star of the Middleridge neighborhood, renowned for over-the-top displays that would make Clark Griswold proud.
The Washington Post’s new food critic is already is making some notable changes.
The Washington Post's New Food Critic Dishes on Bringing Back Stars, Ditching Anonymity
A Q&A with Elazar Sontag, who recently replaced Tom Sietsema.
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December 7, 2025 at 6:17 PM
The Washington Post’s new food critic is already is making some notable changes.
Are you team real tree or fake? Read both sides' take:
Christmas’s Most Divisive Issue: Real or Fake Tree?
Both sides defend their stance.
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December 7, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Are you team real tree or fake? Read both sides' take:
This season, DC's only Hanukkah bar will be pouring drinks in a new “shotnorah.”
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Ivy and Coney's Hanukkah Bar Started as a Joke. Now It's a tradition.
This season, DC's only Hanukkah bar will be pouring drinks in a new “shotnorah.”
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December 6, 2025 at 9:44 PM
This season, DC's only Hanukkah bar will be pouring drinks in a new “shotnorah.”
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Last year, Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert started a series on Instagram called “The Grind,” in which he highlighted local coffee shops in various cities when he traveled. But in the next few weeks, the Gonzaga alum will launch his own coffee brand called the Bitter Truth Coffee.
Wizards Player Corey Kispert Is Launching a Coffee Brand - Washingtonian
Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert is no stranger to good coffee—a Seattle-area (Edmonds) native, he’s regularly spotted arriving to games in the tunnel with an Americano in hand. Last year, he…
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December 6, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Last year, Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert started a series on Instagram called “The Grind,” in which he highlighted local coffee shops in various cities when he traveled. But in the next few weeks, the Gonzaga alum will launch his own coffee brand called the Bitter Truth Coffee.
“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” will soon hit the airwaves, but for many people, the holidays are more a time of stress and anxiety.
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Not Feeling Festive This Year? You're Not the Only One.
A therapist weighs in on the pressure to feel merry this season.
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December 6, 2025 at 4:02 PM
“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” will soon hit the airwaves, but for many people, the holidays are more a time of stress and anxiety.
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With loneliness on the rise and the hosting of parties in decline, what better way to throw a dinner party than to invite the most intimidating possible guest?
I Invited Sally Quinn to Judge My Dinner Party
How do you recover from a dark period in your life? Have the queen of Washington hosting over.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:54 PM
With loneliness on the rise and the hosting of parties in decline, what better way to throw a dinner party than to invite the most intimidating possible guest?
Ned’s New England Deck in Fairfax now has Play Date Social on the top floor of the restaurant, featuring a 500-square-foot play area in the middle of the dining room.
This New England-Style Restaurant in Fairfax Now Doubles As a Kids' Play Space
Parents can have a lobster roll and beer while kids have fun at Play Date Social.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Ned’s New England Deck in Fairfax now has Play Date Social on the top floor of the restaurant, featuring a 500-square-foot play area in the middle of the dining room.
The DC Council’s more lenient new “emergency legislation” on streateries may have come too late to save some of the city’s outdoor dining sheds. But many restaurateurs say it’s a step in the right direction, and increases the possibility that they’ll retain or rebuild their streateries.
DC Council Legislation May Save Some Streateries - Washingtonian
Some restaurants have already torn their dining sheds down, but others see a second chance.
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December 5, 2025 at 8:11 PM
The DC Council’s more lenient new “emergency legislation” on streateries may have come too late to save some of the city’s outdoor dining sheds. But many restaurateurs say it’s a step in the right direction, and increases the possibility that they’ll retain or rebuild their streateries.
Celebrate the season with merry pics and sparkling cocktails, here are 7 places to brunch with Santa around DC.
7 Merry Places to Brunch With Santa Around DC - Washingtonian
DC loves to brunch, and Santa is joining us this festive season.
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December 5, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Celebrate the season with merry pics and sparkling cocktails, here are 7 places to brunch with Santa around DC.
Happy Friday, DC! Here are some things to do to fill your weekend with fun:
21 Things to Do in the DC Area This Week and Weekend
Catch the Holiday Boat Parade, shop at Heurich Christmas Markt, and more holiday festivities.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Happy Friday, DC! Here are some things to do to fill your weekend with fun:
Check out Washingtonian's December guest list: people we’d like to have over for drinks, food, and conversation this month.
Guest List: 5 People We’d Love to Hang Out With This December
A monthly roundup of people we’d like to have over for drinks, food, and conversation.
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December 5, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Check out Washingtonian's December guest list: people we’d like to have over for drinks, food, and conversation this month.
Streets around the Kennedy Center will be shut down until 3 PM today. Here's a list of closures:
Road Closures for Friday’s FIFA World Cup Draw - Washingtonian
Streets around the Kennedy Center will be shut down until 3 PM today.
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December 5, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Streets around the Kennedy Center will be shut down until 3 PM today. Here's a list of closures:
Lovers of mid-century architecture will appreciate our open-house picks this weekend, which also include a Capitol Hill townhouse with an attached garage and new construction in Spring Valley.
4 Must-See Open Houses This Weekend - Washingtonian
Lovers of mid-century architecture will appreciate our open-house picks this weekend, which also include a Capitol Hill townhouse with an attached garage and new construction in Spring Valley. Check…
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December 5, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Lovers of mid-century architecture will appreciate our open-house picks this weekend, which also include a Capitol Hill townhouse with an attached garage and new construction in Spring Valley.
Good morning, on Friday’s Washingtonian Today:
- Trump’s latest attempt to prosecute Letitia James fails spectacularly
- Trump’s FIFA Adventure Begins
- An Alexandria Man Was Rescued From a Sewer
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- Trump’s latest attempt to prosecute Letitia James fails spectacularly
- Trump’s FIFA Adventure Begins
- An Alexandria Man Was Rescued From a Sewer
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Trump’s Latest Attempt to Prosecute Letitia James Fails Spectacularly, His FIFA Adventure Begins, and an Alexandria Man Was Rescued From a Sewer - Washingtonian
Good morning. Light snow this morning, with a high around 34. Here's a list of school closings and delays. A low near 25 overnight. Sports this weekend: The Capitals visit Anaheim tonight and host Columbus...
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December 5, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Good morning, on Friday’s Washingtonian Today:
- Trump’s latest attempt to prosecute Letitia James fails spectacularly
- Trump’s FIFA Adventure Begins
- An Alexandria Man Was Rescued From a Sewer
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- Trump’s latest attempt to prosecute Letitia James fails spectacularly
- Trump’s FIFA Adventure Begins
- An Alexandria Man Was Rescued From a Sewer
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Can Jeff and Lauren Bezoz's $11.25 million dollar donation make a dent in the region’s struggle with homelessness?
Bezos Donates $11.25 Million to Fight Homelessness in DC Area - Washingtonian
Can the donation make a dent in the region’s housing crisis?
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December 4, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Can Jeff and Lauren Bezoz's $11.25 million dollar donation make a dent in the region’s struggle with homelessness?
Snag a ticket to see classic holiday shows like The Washington Ballet’s Nutcracker, A Christmas Carol, and beyond.
5 Holiday Shows to Get Into the Festive Spirit in the DC Area
Make your holidays sparkle with drive-through light shows, winter wonderlands, and fireworks.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Snag a ticket to see classic holiday shows like The Washington Ballet’s Nutcracker, A Christmas Carol, and beyond.