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Iron Gate is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

1. Iron Gate

8.8
1734 N St NW, Washington, D.C.
Mediterranean Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 60 tips and reviews

KTLRKTLR: Very romantic atmosphere, great food, attentive but not intrusive service.

Adam K.Adam Kaiser: Loved this place great ambiance. I sat in the bar alley which was nice the also have an out door patio which will have tables during summer. A great romantic escape in the city!

Jeremy T.Jeremy Thomas: Amazing date spot. Order the tasting menu paired with wine.

1789 Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

2. 1789 Restaurant

8.3
1226 36th St NW (at Prospect St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Georgetown · 38 tips and reviews

Ben S.Ben Sack: Very fine dining - good date night if you want to wow that special someone

Sarah JaneSarah Jane: How romantic! We've had many a happy anniversary or special occasion there. $$$$ Pricey though... Better bring your good credit card! JKJK!

hue k.hue k: Great service!! Go there if you want to have date night or business dinner!

Bistro Cacao is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

3. Bistro Cacao

8.1
316 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 40 tips and reviews

Teresa R.Teresa Reid: Great for brunch and dinner. Very romantic ambiance. Catch Sunday brunch and then a short walk to the Easter Market Flea Market.

DC Photographer Marty KatzDC Photographer Marty Katz: This is a very romantic DC French restaurant with a fine patio for dinner or brunch with a date.

Chelsea S.Chelsea Stephens: such a cute date spot!! the brunch is good!

Blues Alley is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

4. Blues Alley

8.7
1073 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Jazz and Blues Venue · Georgetown · 49 tips and reviews

C. S.C. S: Way overpriced food, tickets are usually too high, but intimate venue for good shows.

lauren s.lauren shipton: Check out bluesalley.com for their performance schedule, amazing for an intimate dinner date Read more.

David M.David Matthew Gaüer: This place is great! Not about the food though... experience good artist in a relaxed intimate environment!

Chez Billy Sud is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

5. Chez Billy Sud

8.9
1039 31st St NW (at Water St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Georgetown · 21 tips and reviews

Debra R.Debra Rafferty: King salmon over creamy smoked tomato sauce. Really fresh, tender salad. Warm months outdoor seating is charming, romantic and cozy indoor space for cooler weather

Cassandra C.Cassandra Clark: Very romantic. Superb, quality food. Worth every penny.

JiyoungJiyoung: Cozy restaurant. Small menu for brunch but delicious food.

The Bombay Club is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

6. The Bombay Club

8.5
815 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Indian Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 65 tips and reviews

V G.V Gandy: Great for a very swanky, romantic dinner. ;)

Yasaman M.Yasaman Mahdian: Best Indian food I had in D.C. . Great service and romantic vibe. Try the mixed trays for entree. Sea food tray was to die for! Loved it!

Jaya P.Jaya Punetha: The thali is served on silver plates and is incredibly good! Great service too

Lapis is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

7. Lapis

9.1
1847 Columbia Rd NW (at Mintwood Pl NW), Washington, D.C.
Afghan Restaurant · Adams Morgan · 41 tips and reviews

Abby E.Abby Eggers: Cozy atmosphere. This would be a nice date spot. On the pricey side, but worth every penny. Some pretty spicy and delicious food!

L.A. L.L.A. Loehr: Small intimate setting, can get noisy but a cool ambiance.

MarionMarion: Get the tasting menu for two - very reasonably priced for a delightful feast.

Fiola Mare is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

8. Fiola Mare

9.0
3050 K St NW (at 31st St), Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Georgetown · 68 tips and reviews

Danielle D.Danielle DaSilva: Romantic spot for a pre-Kennedy Center show dinner or stroll around Georgetown. Pastas are so fresh, and the seafood is, obviously, the right choice.

Theo B.Theo Bell: It's great dinner spot! Warm and cozy areas for both dining and meeting for a cocktail. The service is excellent from valet to the busboys. The food was amazing; I highly recommend the lobster ravioli

Katherine K.Katherine Kennedy Allen: Truly the most exquisite service I have had in DC. The mocktails are refreshing, lobster ravioli to die for and dessert-- save room for the sweets! A+ experience

Filomena Ristorante is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

9. Filomena Ristorante

8.9
1063 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Georgetown · 183 tips and reviews

Loreal M.Loreal Monroe: Best Italian Restaurant in the area. Meatballs melt in your mouth. Delicious food. Friendly servers. Warm Romantic Ambiance. If you are in the area worth tge trip. Tony is the best server!

memo r.memo ruizcornejo: Romantic environment though a little loud. No TV so don't expect to watch any sports there

Ankush S.Ankush Saxena: Great Italian Restaurant that blends in great flavors and spices fresh from Italy, as advertised.

The Dabney is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

10. The Dabney

8.8
122 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Logan Circle - Shaw · 36 tips and reviews

Danielle D.Danielle DaSilva: Favorite date spot! The menu changes every day! Hidden back in Blagden Alley; has a really amazing, cozy atmosphere.

Valentin G.Valentin Guerin: Start with the chicken sandwich for $5 is amazing! From the small plates you want to try the roasted carrots, the scallops, and the beef cheeks! The drinks are amazing as well.

brian m.brian murphy: Incredible cooking. Some kinks to work out but this is a superlative new entry on the DC dining scene.

The Red Hen is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

11. The Red Hen

9.1
1822 1st St NW (at Seaton Pl NW), Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · LeDroit Park - Bloomingdale · 85 tips and reviews

Ilona d.Ilona de Heusch: Cozy, romantic. Try the Cauliflower. So so good

Tin K.Tin Kadoic: Italian homemade food, great pasta, creative dessert. Go there when in DC. Also, Croatian and Slovenian wines. Orange wines. Chamomile grappas.

Washington PostWashington Post: Critic Tom Sietsema: Nothing predictable about wine selection. Get: 2011 chablis from Gilbert Picq ($50). For food, get the baby octopus or hand-made pastas. Share the fried artichokes or crostini. Read more.

Rose's Luxury is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

12. Rose's Luxury

9.1
717 8th St SE, Washington, D.C.
New American Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 134 tips and reviews

Bridget G.Bridget Gael: Absolutely fantastic meal. Terrific wine selection, cozy intimate vibes with great service. We loved the pork & lycee salad, miso-glazed Chilean sea bass & fusilli

Chucho S.Chucho S.: Best meal you will have in DC. Worth the wait. Lives up to the hype. Get everything on the menu.

Washington PostWashington Post: One of the best appetizers fit for a last meal request: Crumbled pork sausage, litchis, coconut milk, tropical herbs, fiery habanero. When you get your bill: Chocolate-mint meringue cookies. Read more.

Rasika West End is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

13. Rasika West End

9.3
1190 New Hampshire Ave NW (at M St NW), Washington, D.C.
Indian Restaurant · West End · 116 tips and reviews

Ana A.Ana Artavia: El lugar es romántico, tiene una atmósfera muy tranquila, la comida es excelente

Ravi B.Ravi Batra: Palak chaat (spinach crisp) is amazing!

Brian G.Brian Gluckman: You MUST have the crispy fried spinach appetizer. It'll change the way you view leafy greens.

Copycat Co. is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

14. Copycat Co.

9.1
1110 H St NE (btwn 11th & 12th St NE), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · Capitol Hill · 25 tips and reviews

Kristine U.Kristine Untalan: The bao is tasty as hell - same for the drinks. Really enjoy the intimate vibe at the bar.

Nicole S.Nicole Stahlecker: Dumplings are seared on one side and amazing! Fun cocktails with a very good bartender.

Autty C.Autty Crosby: Really can't go wrong here. Devin has a great place with great food and mixologist that perform magic.

9:30 Club is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Washington.

15. 9:30 Club

9.1
815 V St NW (at 9th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Music Venue · U-Street · 214 tips and reviews

Jacob N.Jacob Nichols: The best indoor venue I have ever been to. Very intimate and not a bad spot in the place.

Kristen M.Kristen Mentasti: Awesome and intimate concert venue. Brings hot talent.

Design*SpongeDesign*Sponge: One of the best and most intimate venues for seeing live music in town. For thirty years and counting – the 9:30 Club has brought the best local, indie and international bands to DC. Read more.