Al Fresco Dining in DC 2013

In the warmer months, a table outside at the right spot can make a meal. With that in mind, we've rounded up our top restaurants for dining al fresco in The District.

Jackson 20

Neighborhood: Old Town
Cuisine: American (New), American (Traditional), Bar Food, and Barbecue
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Juniper Restaurant

Neighborhood: Georgetown
Cuisine: American (New)
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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New Heights

Neighborhood: Woodley Park
Cuisine: American (New) and Tapas / Small Plates
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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i Ricchi

Neighborhood: Dupont Circle / Embassy Row
Cuisine: Italian
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Martin's Tavern

Neighborhood: Georgetown
Cuisine: American (Traditional), Brunch, Burgers, and Fish & Chips
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Perrys

Neighborhood: Adams Morgan
Cuisine: American (New), Seafood, and Sushi
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Willow

Neighborhood: Arlington
Cuisine: American (New), Dessert, Sandwiches, Soup / Salad, and Tapas / Small Plates
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Peacock Café

Neighborhood: Georgetown
Cuisine: American (Traditional), Bakery / Café, Brunch, Burgers, Sandwiches, Tapas / Small Plates, and Vegetarian-Friendly
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Acadiana

Neighborhood: Downtown
Cuisine: American (New), BYOB, Cajun / Creole, Seafood, and Southern / Soul Food
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Barcöde

Neighborhood: Downtown
Cuisine: American (New), American (Traditional), Modern European, and Pizza
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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The Brixton

Neighborhood: U Street Corridor
Cuisine: British, Brunch, Burgers, English Pub, Gastropub, Gluten-Free, Indian, and Vegetarian-Friendly
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Cafe Saint-Ex

Neighborhood: U Street Corridor
Cuisine: American (New), Bistro, and Brunch
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Cava Mezze - DC

Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean, and Tapas / Small Plates
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Cava Mezze - Rockville

Neighborhood: Rockville
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean, and Tapas / Small Plates
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Co Co. Sala

Neighborhood: Penn Quarter
Cuisine: American (New), Bar Food, Brunch, Dessert, and Tapas / Small Plates
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Cork Wine Bar

Neighborhood: Logan Circle
Cuisine: American (New) and Wine Bar
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Crios Modern Mexican

Neighborhood: Dupont Circle / Embassy Row
Cuisine: Mexican
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Equinox

Neighborhood: Downtown
Cuisine: American (New)
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Grand Cru Wine Bar and Bistro

Neighborhood: Ballston
Cuisine: American (Traditional) and French
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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The Grill at Harryman House

Neighborhood: Baltimore
Cuisine: American (New)
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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The Heights

Neighborhood: Columbia Heights
Cuisine: American (Traditional), Brunch, Burgers, Sandwiches, and Soup / Salad
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Indique

Neighborhood: Cleveland Park
Cuisine: BYOB, Indian, and Vegetarian-Friendly
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Indique Heights

Neighborhood: Bethesda / Chevy Chase
Cuisine: Indian and Vegetarian-Friendly
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Marcel's

Neighborhood: Foggy Bottom
Cuisine: Belgian and French
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Napoleon Bistro

Neighborhood: Adams Morgan
Cuisine: Bistro and French
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Nick’s Riverside Grille

Neighborhood: Georgetown
Cuisine: American (New) and Seafood
This restaurant does not accept web reservations. Please call (202) 342-3535 to make a reservation. More Options

Palena Cafe

Neighborhood: Cleveland Park
Cuisine: American (New)
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Redwood Restaurant and Bar

Neighborhood: Bethesda / Chevy Chase
Cuisine: American (New)
This restaurant does not accept web reservations. Please call (301) 656-5515 to make a reservation. More Options

Sonoma Restaurant and Wine Bar

Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
Cuisine: Farm-direct American Cuisine
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Tark's Grill

Neighborhood: Baltimore
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Vinoteca

Neighborhood: U Street Corridor
Cuisine: American (New) and Farm-direct American Cuisine
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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Watershed

Neighborhood: Downtown
Cuisine: American (New), Live / Raw Food, and Southern / Soul Food
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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The Mt. Washington Tavern

Neighborhood: Baltimore
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
Available Seating (Tue May 21)
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