D.C.'s Must-Visit Restaurants & Ones to Avoid: Insider Tips!

1. La Vie Mediterranean Restaurant Taste ⭐ Ambiance ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Service ⭐ Price ⭐ Located on Wharf St with a fantastic setting by the river, surrounded by numerous yachts and cruise ships. The sunset and nighttime views are stunning. The restaurant is large and not very crowded, a typical Instagram-famous spot. The food, especially the white dishes, are not tasty, with only a few edible options. Prices are extremely high, plus there's a mandatory service fee. Not recommended for group gatherings ❌ Great for a date ✅ Definitely avoid the beet dish—I thought it was beef and was unpleasantly surprised it was beetroot, left me feeling disappointed. 2. Dynasty Restaurant - Hunan Cuisine Taste ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ambiance ⭐⭐⭐ Service ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Price ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is the most authentic Chinese food I've had in the US, even better than some places I've tried in New York. Just 100 meters from the Library of Congress and the Capitol, the location is excellent. The stir-fried lamb with scallions, twice-cooked pork, and spicy chicken are all delicious. Average cost is under thirty dollars per person. Highly recommended ✅