Bar Spero

Located between Union Station and Chinatown in D.C.’s East End, Bar Spero is a seafood-forward spread focused on Mid-Atlantic fare from Reverie chef Johnny Spero.  Closest Metro is Judiciary Square.

Baan Siam

Formerly known as Baan Thai, Baan Siam opened on the corner of 4th and I Streets NW in 2020. After a fantastic run on 14th Street, Chef Jeeraporn ''P' Boom" Poksupthong and her team decided that time had come to upgrade to a bigger space with a better kitchen. Chef P' Boom grew up in Thailand, learning to cook from her mother and grandmother.  ​Here you can find both traditional and harder-to-find Thai dishes.  Closest Metro is Judiciary Square.

L'Ardente

L'Ardente is a swanky new restaurant from Chef David Deshaies that reflects the glorious contrasts of Italy itself: haute yet simple; glam yet rustic; indulgent yet restrained. Closest Metro is Judiciary Square. 

Wiseguy NY Pizza

Wiseguy NY Pizza is a little pizza shop that has garnered a lot of attention for bringing quality "Newyorkinized" pizza to DC.  The owner is Tony Erol, who's been doing this for over twenty years. Not only is he doing NY-style pizza by the slice, he's keeping authenticity by cooking in 2" deck ovens.  Salads, garlic knots, and Junior's cheesecake are also available.  Closest Metro is Judiciary Square.