At Albi 2.0, It’s a Surprise on the Plate Every Night

DC Eater 4/2 10:11A Tierney Plumb

Albi’s new smoked duck mujadarra (aged duck breast and tamarind-glazed leg, served with duck fat fried rice and garlic yogurt). | Rey Lopez Chef Michael Rafidi’s wood-fired marvel resurfaces in Navy...

DC Chef and Restaurant Nominees for the 2025 James Beard Awards

Washingtonian (Food) 4/2 9:53A Ann Limpert

Arepas at Mita. Photograph by Rey Lopez Today, the James Beard Foundation announced nominees for its 2025 James Beard Awards, the so-called Oscars of the restaurant industry. Several local talents...

Here Are the 2025 James Beard Awards Restaurant and Chef Finalists for D.C.

DC Eater 4/2 7:51A Tierney Plumb

The James Beard Award is considered one of the highest honors in the restaurant industry. | Photo illustration by Lille Allen/Getty Images for the James Beard Foundation Local names that made the...

A Quirky Panda Pop-Up Bar Has Arrived In Shaw

Washingtonian (Food) 4/2 4:56A Lydia Wei

Photograph courtesy of Tom Brown. If you re ready for a panda party, pop on down to the Passenger in Shaw. For the month of April, the bar will be celebrating the National Zoo s recent arrivals with a...

DC’s Top Restaurant Albi Just Got a Makeover

Washingtonian (Food) 4/1 5:44A Jessica Sidman

Albi's open kitchen is even more open now. Photograph by Hawkeye Johnson. Chef Michael Rafidi is arguably at the top of his game. His Navy Yard destination Albi recently ranked number one on...

Where to Eat at Camden Yards, Home of the Baltimore Orioles

DC Eater 3/28 3:00A Jess Mayhugh

Relish winning the hot dog race at Camden Yards. | Mitchell Layton/Getty Images Ekiben, $5 beer, and crab dip on everything The Baltimore Orioles have gone through a lot of changes these past few...

A Contemporary Korean Restaurant is Opening in Dupont Circle

Washingtonian (Food) 3/27 9:33A Jane Godiner

The Seven Delicacies pancake wrap dish at Onggi. Photograph by Scott Suchman Onggi . 2100 P St NW. When Tae “ Tanya ” Kim was working for the United States government as a Korean language instructor,...

Texas-Based Japanese Restaurant Uchi Is Coming to DC

Washingtonian (Food) 3/27 8:28A Jessica Sidman

Photography courtesy Uchi. Uchi . 1150 17th St., NW.  Uchi—the Austin-founded chain with seven locations spanning from West Hollywood to Miami—is set to make its DC debut downtown this fall. The...

Your Guide to Eating and Drinking Inside Nationals Park

Washingtonian (Food) 3/26 5:42A Anna Spiegel

Franks at Haute Dogs and Fries. Photograph by Scott Suchman . We ll always have peanuts and Cracker Jack, but at Nationals Park, fans can proudly sing buy me some dumplings and roti tacos, too. The...

Best Dining Bets in Alexandria’s Del Ray Neighborhood

DC Eater 3/26 4:04A Rebecca Cooper

Stracci sells Roman-style pizza, including the namesake Stracci with fresh stracciatella cheese, tomato, basil, and olive oil. | Stracci The tight-knit Northern Virginia community is home to many...

A Top NYC Bar Serves Sake Cocktails with Press Club — And More Spring Pop-Ups

DC Eater 3/25 7:10A Emily Venezky

The celestial mural at Angel’s Share in New York. | Robert Sietsema/Eater NY A tour of Eritrea at Compass Rose, floral rosés in full bloom at Lulu’s Winegarden, and more Spring is finally here...

D.C. Burger Spot Lucky Buns Is Closing at the Wharf

DC Eater 3/25 5:28A Tierney Plumb

Lucky Buns’ soaring home at the Wharf resembles a big beachfront bungalow, with room for 40 at the bar. | Rey Lopez/Eater DC Nationwide chain Jinya Ramen Bar is taking over the prime waterfront space...

Capitol Hill Loses Its Fight Club Sandwich Bar — And More Closings

DC Eater 3/24 10:25A Tierney Plumb

Fight Club’s crowd-favorite FC Chicken Doink. | Fight Club The latest restaurants calling it quits around D.C. This is a curated list of D.C. area’s most notable and permanent restaurant and bar...

The Best Places to Dine in Dupont Circle

DC Eater 3/24 8:25A Tierney Plumb

Chef Christian Irabién’s dishes at Amparo Fondita constantly change with the seasons. | Rey Lopez /Eater DC The Northwest neighborhood is home to options for creative pizzas, Thai dishes, and French...

An All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Restaurant Is Coming to H Street

Washingtonian (Food) 3/24 7:27A Jessica Sidman

Sushi Sato is one of several restaurants chef Tim Ma has planned this year. Photograph courtesy Tim Ma Hospitality. Chef Tim Ma has added a cool factor to the DC area s Chinese-American dining scene...