Updated 2026/09/12
The Best Restaurants in Washington, United States (2026)
Compare 154 restaurants in Washington, United States, averaging 4.47 stars on Google Maps. The typical listing has 662 reviews, so the ratings below reflect real customer volume rather than a handful of opinions. 84% maintain a website. Most are clustered around Alexandria, Arlington, Downtown DC. Rankings combine Google rating, review volume and website popularity, keep one entry per brand, and refresh automatically as our data updates.
Top picks
Gyuzo Japanese BBQ - Wagyu / Sushi / Ramen - All You Can Eat
Modern, family-friendly spot for Japanese grilled dishes
Elilta Restaurant
We offer a wide range of authentic Ethiopian/Eritrean dishes.
River Rock Roasting Company
Rustic coffee shop with canyon views
California Shabu Shabu
Welcome to California Shabu Shabu, where we're passionate about serving authentic Japanese cuisine in its purest form. Our chefs take pride in sourcing the highest quality ingredients, from premium cuts of meat to freshly harvested vegetables & seafood, to create dishes that burst with natural flavo
The Blue Door Kitchen and Inn
Come for dinner, stay for the weekend. The Blue Door kitchen and inn offers locally sourced seasonal ingredients for our upscale casual dining in an elegant and relaxed atmosphere, special events venue and the luxury and comfort of a country inn. The Blue Door inn offers privacy and luxury to match
Unconventional Diner
Modern American comfort food and drink
AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill
Balkan cuisine in stylish, rustic digs
Spacebar
Nightspot for grilled cheese & beer
Verre Wine Bar
Modern venue for wine & light bites
minibar
Acclaimed eclectic kitchen in sleek nook
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Frequently asked questions
How many restaurants are there in Washington, United States?
We list 154 restaurants in Washington, United States that meet our quality bar of at least 4.0 stars and 10 Google reviews. The wider directory holds more, including newer and unrated businesses.
Which restaurant in Washington, United States is rated highest?
Gyuzo Japanese BBQ - Wagyu / Sushi / Ramen - All You Can Eat currently tops our list with 4.9 stars from 6,451 reviews. Rankings update as new reviews and traffic data arrive.
How are the restaurants ranked?
Each business gets a composite score: 70% a Bayesian average of its Google rating and review count, so a 4.9-star business with hundreds of reviews outranks a 5.0 with five, and 30% estimated website traffic. Chains appear once. Nobody can pay to be listed or ranked.