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Restaurants near John F Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts

The John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is a cornerstone of culture and creativity in the Washington, D.C. area, offering a celebrated venue for the performing arts. Where to Eat Near John F Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts? The dining scene surrounding the Kennedy Center is vibrant and diverse, perfect for a pre-show meal or a celebratory dinner. Options range from contemporary American favorites with boldly flavored dishes to cozy Vietnamese spots serving up comforting pho and fresh spring rolls. You can also savor a lively atmosphere at brunch venues featuring rooftop views and entertainment, where every meal becomes an experience. With such a blend of cuisines and dining styles, you’re sure to find something to please every palate, making it easy to enjoy a delicious meal before or after your visit. Let the culinary delight complement your artistic outing as you explore what's available just steps away.
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4.6
Exceptional(2150)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Silver Spring
Booked 24 times today
Copper Canyon Grill – Silver Spring brings chef-prepared American cuisine to the heart of downtown Silver Spring, offering a refined yet approachable dining experience full of bold flavors and crafted with the freshest ingredients. Known for its upscale, energetic atmosphere, it’s the perfect destination for a memorable date night, casual gathering, or business lunch. Whether you're enjoying signature entrées, handcrafted cocktails, or sharing plates with friends, every dish is made from scratch with a focus on flavor and quality. For special events or celebrations, we offer private dining options tailored to your needs. Discover the perfect blend of comfort and sophistication at Copper Canyon Grill – Silver Spring, where elevated American dining meets vibrant city energy.
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4.7
Exceptional(64)
$$$$
• Vietnamese • Silver Spring
Booked 4 times today
Open Mon/Thurs/Fri/Sat/Sun, closed Tues/Wed. Muoi Tieu is a cozy family-run Vietnamese restaurant and market in the heart of Takoma Park, Maryland, with a small but carefully curated menu that offers a combination of popular Vietnamese dishes (e.g., pho, spring rolls) and less common home-style dishes (e.g., braised pork belly, pan-fried fish with ginger nuoc cham) with plenty of gluten-free and vegan options. Our small market also offers a variety of common Vietnamese condiments, pantry items, and Asian snacks. Like our name, which means "salt and pepper" in Vietnamese, our concept is simple: we want to bring classic, savory Vietnamese food to our community.
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4.8
Exceptional(123)
$$$$
• Chinese • Columbia Heights / Brightwood
Booked 19 times today
Husband + Wife Team; James Beard Nominated Chef Henji Cheung + Michelin Star Sommelier Sarah Thompson combine passion + heritage to bring you Queen's English, a Cantonese restaurant serving Hong Kong cuisine with a twist. Expect fresh seafood, ginger, garlic, scallion, soy, fun textures + lots of flavour from our wok. Our intimate dining room is lively + inviting, our Chef’s Counter will mesmerize, while you watch our Chefs and Bartender in action; the covered patio is absolutely lounge-worthy + dog-friendly. Henji was born in New Territories, Hong Kong where he grew up eating and cooking traditional Cantonese + Hakkanese dishes with his family. Our menu is a combination of Chef Henji’s flavourful childhood in Hong Kong combined with his experience as a Chef in NYC. Sarah curates our natural wine program which is constantly changing to match the dynamic flavours of the current menu. We work with small family vineyards using minimal invention in their wine making process.
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4.1
Excellent(776)
$$$$
• American • Silver Spring
Booked 17 times today
The Breakfast Club, an all-day breakfast and brunch restaurant. The Breakfast Club is centered around the theme of the 1920’s, timelessness, and Art Deco. We are an upscale restaurant with a polished dining experience, we pride ourselves on giving our customers great service. The Breakfast Club | Eat Local | Eat in Style
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3.8
Excellent(103)
$$$$
• American • Silver Spring
Booked 9 times today
Citizens Culture is a vibrant two-story destination that seamlessly blends dining, entertainment, and social experiences. On the first floor, guests can enjoy an inviting dining space, making it the perfect setting for an intimate dinner, a family gathering, or a casual night out with friends.Upstairs, the rooftop transforms the atmosphere into a lively lounge with stunning views, handcrafted cocktails, and curated entertainment. Whether you’re here to relax after work with happy hour specials, dance the night away with friends, or indulge in weekend vibes, the rooftop offers the perfect backdrop for unforgettable moments.From birthdays and anniversaries to corporate gatherings and casual evenings, Citizens Culture provides the ideal venue for every occasion. With its welcoming ambiance, exceptional service, and a balance of comfort and sophistication, it’s more than just a restaurant—it’s a cultural hub where memories are made and celebrations come to life.
A photo of Miss Toya's Creole House - Silver Spring restaurant
4.3
Awesome(332)
$$$$
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Silver Spring
Booked 28 times today
Discover the vibrant flavors of New Orleans right in the heart of Silver Spring at Miss Toya's Creole House. Our Silver Spring location invites you to experience the rich, soulful tastes of authentic Creole cuisine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re a fan of spicy jambalaya, succulent crawfish étouffée, or our mouthwatering beignets, each dish is crafted with the finest ingredients and a touch of Southern hospitality.At Miss Toya's, we take pride in our family recipes and the time-honored traditions of Creole cooking. Our restaurant offers a cozy, yet lively setting perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions. Enjoy our signature cocktails and an extensive selection of wines and craft beers that perfectly complement our menu.Join us at our Silver Spring location and savor the best of Creole cuisine with a side of charm and a lot of heart.
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4.8
Exceptional(266)
$$$$
• Laotian • Columbia Heights / Brightwood
Booked 50 times today
Thip Khao is acclaimed chef Seng Luangrath's flagship restaurant in Columbia Heights, Washington, DC. Thip Khao serves up spicy Lao (or Laotian) dishes and classic cocktails with an exotic twist. Lao cuisine leverages tropical herbs and cooking techniques of Southeast Asia. However, the flavor profile is distinct from its fellow SE Asian countries like Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. Dishes like Naem Khao (Crispy Rice Salad), Sai Oua (lemongrass pork sausage), Laab, and Tam Muk Houng (Lao papaya salad) at Thip Khao showcase the unique flavors of Laos. Many dishes are served with sticky rice. Chef Seng recommends eating sticky rice with your hands as most Laotians do. Since its opening, the restaurant has been well received by Washingtonians and critics alike. The restaurant has had national recognition from multiple publications including New York Times, Washington Post, Bon Apetit magazine, Washingtonian magazine, and Michelin Guide (Bib Gourmand).
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4.0
Excellent(559)
$$$$
• Pizzeria • Silver Spring
Booked 8 times today
Bubbling, thin crust pizzas, mini burgers, crisp salads, and craft cocktails...four great reasons to visit matchbox today. Centrally situated in the Downtown Silver Spring Shopping Center, matchbox offers a warm and lively neighborhood gathering place with an aesthetic reflecting the Silver Spring community and its growth at the turn of the 20th century. Comfortable dining areas featuring wood tabletops, leather banquettes, and raised booths, as well as a spacious bar area and flexible seating for large groups further emphasize the welcoming, energetic atmosphere that matchbox is known to cultivate at each restaurant. Anchoring the design is a wood-burning oven that catches the eye from any seat in the house as it fires up signature thin-crust pizzas within minutes. In warmer months, patio dining is available under a pergola, lending an indoor-outdoor vibe to the setting.
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4.1
Excellent(58)
$$$$
• American • Silver Spring
Booked 3 times today
Dave & Buster’s has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items, and the most innovative drinks in Washington, D.C.! From wings to steaks, we’ve got whatever suits your appetite, and our premium bar is stocked to satisfy! Catch live sports, big games, playoffs, and your favorite teams on our massive TV screens with epic stadium sound. Whether you’re looking for a sports bar to watch the game, meet up with friends on game day, or enjoy great food and drinks while cheering on your team, Dave & Buster’s has you covered.
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4.6
Exceptional(575)
$$$$
• Tapas / Small Plates • Silver Spring
Booked 2 times today
Three brothers and a brother-in-law from El Salvador realized their long-held dream of opening a restaurant together in November of last year. Jaime Sorto, his brothers Hugo and Jose Bonilla, and his brother-in-law Jose Zelaya looked for a name that symbolizes their concept of two cultures coming together.They chose La Malinche, the name given to a historical figure who has been at the center of controversy for centuries. The noble Mexican woman was enslaved and given to Hernán Cortés, a Spanish conquistador. She became his interpreter and confidante. Their son was viewed as the first mestizo, a child of mixed blood.Many Mexicans consider La Malinche or Doña Marina to have been a traitor, but today, she is also honored as the symbolic mother of the country’s mixed-race people.At La Malinche, all of the starters, vegetables, meats and seafood are served as Spanish tapas, called botanas in Mexico.

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  • delaney
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    It’s so delicious and a perfect spot to take parents, friends, or a date! The truffle dumplings are amazing; they are rich so if you don’t like truffles they are not for you! the green beans are delicious and the fish sauce twist makes them even better, and my girlfriend loved the tuna crudo; it was so creative. The service is phenomenal and the it’s so cute inside. Everything just has a special touch where you can see they care about what the put out.
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    Queen's English$$$$• Chinese• Columbia Heights / Brightwood
    •
    4.8
  • Sylvia
    Little Rock •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 26 Oct 2026
    Wonderful food and service!
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    Copper Canyon Grill - Silver Spring$$$$• Contemporary American• Silver Spring
    •
    4.6
  • Aliyah
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 25 Oct 2026
    awww citizens & cult 10/10 experience! i enjoyed myself down!! My favorite brunch spot EVER! If I could be Citizens & Culture i would
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    Citizens & Culture$$$$• American• Silver Spring
    •
    3.8
  • Sye
    Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 26 Sept 2026
    Birthday weekend officially kicked off at The Breakfast Club in Silver Spring, Maryland, and BABYYYY… WE HAD A TIME! 🎂🥂✨ Baby cousin and I decided to celebrate our birthdays together, and if you know us, you already know we were going to have a good time! We’re 19 years apart, but when we get together, the age gap disappears because the vibes are ALWAYS there. And The Breakfast Club gave us the perfect place to start our birthday celebration. From the moment we got there, the energy was GOOD. The restaurant was definitely giving brunch, birthday, good food, good drinks, and good people. It was a little loud where we were sitting because we were right behind a pretty big party, but honestly? We weren’t bothered at all. We can vibe with anybody! 😂 We ended up enjoying their energy too because that’s just how we are. And then came the BIRTHDAY SURPRISE! 🎉 Our waiter came through and made sure we felt special. I wish I could remember his name because he deserves TENS ACROSS THE BOARD! Seriously! 👏🏽 He was attentive, friendly, and made sure we were good throughout our experience. Then they came out and SANG HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO BOTH OF US and brought us a little birthday cake! 🎂 Listen… I was looking around and I didn’t see them doing that for everybody, so we definitely felt like the birthday girls in that moment! 😂 That little touch meant a lot and made the experience even more memorable. Now let’s talk about the FOOD because THAT deserves its own conversation! I ordered the French toast and chicken with the sugar glaze, and when I tell you that French toast was MADE TO PERFECTION?! Whew! 🙌🏽 It was sweet, flavorful, and had the perfect texture. It was NOT soggy, which is a major thing for me when it comes to French toast. That sugar glaze took it to another level, and paired with the chicken? SO GOOD. Definitely something I would order again. My baby cousin ordered the fish and grits, deviled eggs and shrimp, and the Fitted Street Wings. The deviled
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    The Breakfast Club$$$$• American• Silver Spring
    •
    4.1
  • Masha
    Washington, D.C. Area •23 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 18 Sept 2026
    We brought our friends over for dinner. It was their first time at Muoi Tieu. Everyone had a really good time! The food, the drinks and the service were on point as always! We’ll be back.
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    Muoi Tieu$$$$• Vietnamese• Silver Spring
    •
    4.7
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