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Best Contemporary European Restaurants in Penn Quarter

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A photo of The Henri restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(355)
££££
• Contemporary European • Penn Quarter
Booked 22 times today
Great pre theatre dinner. Provided gluten free options
A photo of Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC restaurant
4.3
Awesome(2460)
££££
• Contemporary European • Southwest Waterfront
Booked 54 times today
Excellent food and attentive service. The Beef Wellingtons arrived hot with crisp puff pastry. The pasta and meatballs on the kids menu offered a generous portion. My children enjoyed themselves, and the sticky toffee pudding was excellent.
A photo of The Sovereign restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(758)
££££
• Contemporary European • Georgetown
Booked 20 times today
OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE!!! DELICIOUS DISHES!!! Extraordinary Beverages!!! Anna was a Super Server!!! We went Friday, November 6, 2026th, Lower Dining Room. Table for two. OUTSTANDING SERVICE!!!
A photo of Casamara restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(121)
££££
• Contemporary European • Dupont Circle
Booked 18 times today
Always a fantastic food and service Every opportunity I get is always my favorite place to have dinner with friends
A photo of El Taller del Xiquet restaurant
4.3
Awesome(97)
££££
• Contemporary European • Georgetown
Booked 1 time today
This was an incredible night out, I loved the Paella, the wines and the storytelling.
A photo of Xiquet by Danny Lledó restaurant
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4.5
Awesome(182)
££££
• Contemporary European • Georgetown
Booked 4 times today
Xiquet is more than dining. It is a special experience. The food is creative and outstanding. The service delivered by friendly knowledgeable staff makes you feel like you are the only people in the restaurant. The creative yet meaningful experiences like after dinner tea leave you feeling like you experienced a moment.
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4.2
Awesome(556)
££££
• Contemporary European • Georgetown
We had a delicious and leisurely brunch on a Saturday morning at 10. Our server was charming, and there were very few diners at this time. Our drinks were late in coming, but he comped them, so hard to complain. The portions were huge. I ordered the avocado toast and could only eat half. My over easy eggs on top were cooked perfectly.

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  • tarsoGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •38 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Always a fantastic food and service Every opportunity I get is always my favorite place to have dinner with friends
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    Casamara$$$$• Mediterranean• Dupont Circle
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    4.6
  • FelixGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Excellent food and attentive service. The Beef Wellingtons arrived hot with crisp puff pastry. The pasta and meatballs on the kids menu offered a generous portion. My children enjoyed themselves, and the sticky toffee pudding was excellent.
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    Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC$$$$• American• Southwest Waterfront
    •
    4.3
  • DEAN
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE!!! DELICIOUS DISHES!!! Extraordinary Beverages!!! Anna was a Super Server!!! We went Friday, November 6, 2026th, Lower Dining Room. Table for two. OUTSTANDING SERVICE!!!
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    The Sovereign$$$$• Belgian• Georgetown
    •
    4.7
  • JonGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Xiquet is more than dining. It is a special experience. The food is creative and outstanding. The service delivered by friendly knowledgeable staff makes you feel like you are the only people in the restaurant. The creative yet meaningful experiences like after dinner tea leave you feeling like you experienced a moment.
    More info
    Xiquet by Danny Lledó$$$$• Spanish• Georgetown
    •
    4.5
  • JohannaGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •42 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Great pre theatre dinner. Provided gluten free options
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    The Henri$$$$• Contemporary European• Penn Quarter
    •
    4.7

Discover best Contemporary European restaurants in Penn Quarter

Discover the allure of Contemporary European cuisine in the vibrant Penn Quarter of Washington, D.C., where culinary innovation meets sophistication. This area is renowned for its dynamic dining scene, offering a variety of restaurants that specialize in modern European dishes, each presenting unique twists that cater to diverse palates. These establishments boast expertly crafted menus that highlight fresh, high-quality ingredients, creating a memorable gastronomic experience. The ambiance in these restaurants ranges from the casually elegant to the exquisitely refined, suitable for both intimate dinners and upscale gatherings. Service across these venues is consistently praised for being attentive and professional, enhancing the overall dining experience. For those passionate about exploring refined and inventive European cuisine, Penn Quarter is a must-visit culinary destination. Each restaurant strives to provide not just a meal, but a remarkable dining adventure that resonates with both locals and visitors alike.

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