Best Upscale spots in Washington, D.C.

13 vibe-matched restaurants and bars in Washington, D.C., with real-time table availability.

1. Bobby Van's Steakhouse

   Steak House · Washington, D.C.

   A steakhouse in Washington, D.C. that balances casual and upscale tones, serving classic steakhouse fare in a comfortable yet refined setting.

2. Central-Michel Richard

   French · Washington, D.C.

   A French-influenced restaurant in Washington, D.C. that blends casual and upscale elements, offering outdoor dining and polished takes on classic fare.

3. Cucina Morini

   Italian · Washington, D.C.

   Italian restaurant in Washington, D.C., combining casual outdoor dining with a romantic, upscale atmosphere.

4. Fiola

   Italian · Washington, D.C.

   An upscale Italian restaurant in Washington, D.C., that balances polished romance with outdoor options, delivering a grown-up, luxurious room suited to lingering, celebratory dinners.

5. Karma Modern Indian

   Indian · Washington, D.C.

   Karma is the tasting menu side: see Karisma for an a la carte menu.

6. L'Ardente

   Italian · Washington, D.C.

   A timeless Italian culinary experience for this moment. Glittering chandeliers float below wooden farm beams. Wisps of fragrant smoke linger inside a gold-plated pizza oven. Sumptuous fabrics meet impeccable ingredients.

7. Masseria

   Italian · Washington, D.C.

   Masseria is a celebration of the big, harmonious Italian flavors that shaped chef Nick Stefanelli’s palate as a child.

8. Oyster Oyster

   Regional · Washington, D.C.

   A trendy, romantic Washington, D.C. restaurant focused on regional cooking presented with upscale polish and a serene, intimate room—a confident, contemporary choice for special occasions.

9. Philippe by Philippe Chow

   Chinese · Washington, D.C.

   An upscale Chinese setting that balances glamour and intimacy, it delivers a glossy date-night sheen where conversation flows and the evening can unwind comfortably.

10. RPM Italian

    Italian · Washington, D.C.

    A sleek Italian restaurant in Washington, D.C., known for its camera-ready room and polished, celebratory energy, drawing prime-time crowds and a service cadence that keeps the table humming.

11. Rasika

    Indian · Washington, D.C.

    Valet parking available nightly from 5 pm onwards. $15 per car.

12. The Capital Grille - Washington DC

    Steak House · Washington, D.C.

    An upscale steak house in Washington, D.C. that maintains a casual, outdoor-friendly atmosphere for more refined meals without being overly formal.

13. Truluck's

    Seafood · Washington, D.C.

    A seafood restaurant in Washington, D.C., that balances casual comfort with upscale service and a romantic ambiance for special evenings.