Tom Sietsema checks in with local restaurants to see if they have stood the test of time.
From the team behind Jackie's and El Chucho, Bar Charley specializes in affordable cocktails and interesting small plates.
Ambar serves cevapi, rakia and other Serbian specialties on Capitol Hill.
This Seven Corners gem does well with its Thai food, but the real treat is on the off-menu Laotian fare.
The sister to Jose Andres's Minibar is a sleek cocktail bar with a menu of more than 100 drinks, from new creations to takes on classic cocktails.
This spacious restaurant, in the Park Hyatt, focuses on farm-fresh American fare in a too-cool setting.
A contemporary steakhouse in the Four Seasons hotel.
Casa Luca, Fabio Trabocchi's followup to Fiola, opened in July, serving regional Italian cuisine grounded in the style of Le Marche, Italy, Trabocchi's home town. Though named for his son, the chef pays homage, in many ways, to the cuisine of his late father, Giuseppe.
The Mandarin Oriental hotel's signature restaurant is a world-class culinary experience.
A kosher-style Jewish delicatessen serving pastrami sandwiches, whitefish salad and other favorites just like bubbe used to make.
With two concepts under one roof — a ramen house and an izakaya — this Penn Quarter restaurant succeeds.
A tribute to the South American asado, or grill, from the former BLT Steak chef.
The Asian street-food inspired restaurant is inspired by chef Haidar Karoum's travels through Thailand and Vietnam.
The Spanish-themed Estadio brings together a little dream team of cooking and liquid talent, including Haidar Karoum, the chef of Proof in Penn Quarter; wine director Sebastian Zutant; and bar manager Adam Bernbach.
This tiny Belgian bistro offers much more than mussels.
A salami and pizza bar from the owners of Standard and 2Amys.
Doughnuts and fried chicken are the stars of this Dupont restaurant's menu. The name stands for "Golden Brown Delicious."
A beer garden-style bar with a huge outdoor space -- right in the middle of the 14th Street strip. (In July 2013, this restaurant changed its name from standard to Garden District.)
Italian small plates and wood-fired Neapolitan pizza can be enjoyed in a broad window seat perfect for 14th Street people-watching.
Virginia's Inn at Little Washington is more than 30 years old, but it can't be accused of resting on its many laurels.
Japanese small plates prepared by talented chef Hiroshi Seki in a serene, 40-seat setting.
Tapas (70 plus) and several main dishes fit all appetites and price ranges; the wine list is friendly and the wait staff is helpful.
Mike Isabella's sequel to Graffiato and Bandolero is named for the Greek word for 'smoke.'
Korean barbecue served from lunch to late night.
This restaurant has raised dining standards on its block by more than a few notches.
Mega-restaurateur Stephen Starr opened this airy French bistro with plenty of sidewalk seating.
This no-reservations Thai restaurant is a product of the same minds behind its neighbor, the starry Komi.
Malgudi offers tastes of South India, and the best of them are meatless.
The premium injera here is the stuff of legend.
Former Central Michael Richard chef Cedric Maupillier steps out on his own at this Adams Morgan spot that weaves traditional French accents with American food favorites.
Find appealing and creative flavors just a short stroll from the president's office.
This Mexican restaurant matches bright decor with vibrant flavors.
Frank Ruta's artful food is served against a warm and rich backdrop.
Bryan Voltaggio's massive, meat-centric restaurant in the Chevy Chase Pavilion.
Meaning "flavors" in Sanskrit, this chic restaurant dares to offer more than standard Indian dishes.
Bloomingdale gets an upscale boost from the Red Hen, an Italian-inspired American restaurant founded by two veterans of Proof.
The lively, colorful Ripple wine bar has replaced the former cigar-and-martini lounge Aroma on Cleveland Park's main drag.
Roberto Donna brings back some of the exquisite touches from his glory days at Galileo.
A modern American bistro in the heart of historic Clifton.
Longtime chef Tony Chittum is missed, but his successor, William Morris, is a rising star.
Top-notch Southern cooking that's bathed in luxury and served in a subterranean yet sunny yellow dining room.
Creative American cuisine in an attractive setting.
Unlike the Silver Spring location, the yet-to-open restaurant in Shaw will serve a seven-course, fixed-price spread.
Unfussy but elegant Italian fare near the Dunn Loring Metro stop.
New chef bring tastes of Southeast Asia — plus a Japanese robata grill — to the hotel restaurant.
A bar specializing in sherry and ham from Derek Brown of the Columbia Room.
The self-service Mexican pit stop from Victor Albisu offers classic and contemporary tacos, sopas and more.
Celebrity chef Todd English puts a new twist on Mexican classics.
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