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Places to Eat & Drink

Dine around Washington, DC

Independence Day hot dogs are great, but you can have a signature half-smoke from Ben's Chili Bowl any time of the year. From iconic comfort food to award-winning restaurants, every meal in DC is sure to hit the spot. Taste Native American–inspired foods at the National Museum of the American Indian's Mitsitam Cafe, explore the cultural influences of global cuisine and experience modern restaurants that have taken the culinary world by storm.

All-American Eats

Bites on a Budget: The Best Affordable, Cheap Eats in Washington, DC

15+ Hot Restaurants to Try Now in Washington, DC edit

Appetite for Perfection: Low-Cost, High-Value Restaurants in Washington, DC

20+ Black Chefs and Black-Owned Restaurants & Bars in Washington, DC edit

15+ Places to Enjoy All-American Eats in Washington, DC

Can’t-Miss Presidential Dining & Drinking Experiences in Washington, DC

Historical Fare

Bites on a Budget: The Best Affordable, Cheap Eats in Washington, DC

Neighborhood Grub

Bites on a Budget: The Best Affordable, Cheap Eats in Washington, DC