If you’re like me, food and travel will go hand in hand. You don’t want to waste a meal opportunity with the old sandwiches in the museum!
But that’s not to say I’m very luxurious. I don’t eat from a food truck or buy a decadently sweet white chocolate Capitol building in the Capitol Building Cafeteria (when in Rome…)
I love it all. From Michelin meals to hot dogs in the game, you can get everything here in Washington, DC.
This is the list of new locations and still open this year and give it a try.
From street food to Michelin star meals (there are available) Over 100 Michelin restaurants in DC) And everything in between, Washington, DC offers a diverse culinary experience. This is further enhanced by the openings of a variety of new restaurants and bars, including:
TapoliJoint Indian street food restaurant opened H Street March will offer shared plates and bold flavours from the South and Himalayan India.
SagradaHospitality + Designed New Restaurant U StreetJohns Hopkins offers an 8-course psychedelic tasting menu featuring dishes featuring mushrooms like shiitake mushrooms and lion mane to support psychedelic research! The menu remains mysterious until it arrives.
Stephen Starr has been activated OccidentalHistoric 1906 DC Restaurant Near the White HouseIt serves American classic and martini-centric cocktail lists in a 14,000-square-foot space decorated with murals and velvet furniture. In front of you will find a new World War I memorial with sculptures and water, which is truly beautiful, so jump out there when you’re done.
Introducing by River Club DC lobby in Georgetowna bar with craft cocktails and a waterfront view of Potomac, offering daily Prix Fixe Brunch and premium food menus and happy hours.
KataA luxury dinner club ChinatownIt blends Japanese and French influences, focusing on omacaze and original cocktails in an intimate late-night setting.
The restaurant of famous chef Eric Ajapon ElminaBrings West African cuisine inspired by Ghanaian flavours and innovative cocktail programs Union Market.
Willowson in w head Cuisines such as the trumpet hannock oysters and Chesapeake rockfish are made with local ingredients, highlighting the Mid-Atlantic flavours. It is located in InterContinental HotelYou can also prove their breakfast menu at the places you stayed the last time you visited!
Barbesy,open Union Marketinspired by the Puerto Rican mother of co-owner JP Sabatier, it serves cocktails, beer, wine and finger food.
DuPont Coffee Collective We offer a carefully selected selection of specialty coffee and artisanal pastries focusing on sustainability and craftsmanship Dupont Circle.
A life that livesorganic cafe m streetto stimulate health and sustainability, we offer plant-based, wellness-centric diets using locally produced ingredients.
BarboozardA medieval French restaurant opened in the spring of 2025 Farragut SquareAdd a modern twist in classic Mediterranean cuisine and elegant atmosphere.
Atlas Brew Works Open the third DC location Bridge District In early 2025, taprooms from Andy’s pizza, brewery management and food came out.
Proper and proper brewing Open the third location Northeast DC This summer we will offer a 180-seat pub experience.
Fish shopa Scottish seafood restaurant supported by Charles III opens its first location in the US w head In April, it features local seafood from chef Lea Montes.
Because one post isn’t enough!
You can read my other posts in Washington, DC. This includes the following post, with things to do for newcomers and lots of DC things and hidden gems.
But if you just have One day in Washington, DC,This post will help you decide what to do!
