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Best Modern Southern American Restaurants in Washington DC

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A photo of Ruthie's All Day - Fairfax restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(323)
££££
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Fair Oaks
Booked 42 times today
Very friendly, attentive staff; great menu choices; relaxing atmosphere.
A photo of Milk & Honey - Dulles restaurant
4.3
Awesome(141)
££££
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Dowell
Booked 3 times today
The fried green tomatoes and the grilled salmon entree were delicious. They made excellent drinks as well, the cosmopolitan was strong.
A photo of Milk & Honey Tyson’s Mall restaurant
££££
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Tysons
Booked 6 times today
Milk & Honey is a vibrant Southern-inspired restaurant known for our famous Chicken & Waffles, Shrimp & Grits, and Mimosa Towers. We’re thrilled to bring South Riding the bold, rich flavors and soulful ambiance at our renowned brunches, delicious Southern dinners, and every moment in between.
A photo of Härth restaurant
4.5
Awesome(980)
££££
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Tysons Corner / McLean
Booked 9 times today
We were a group of 9 which our waiter handled very well! Everything was great but especially the ambiance
A photo of Yardbird Table & Bar - Washington D.C. restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2933)
££££
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • McPherson Square
Booked 31 times today
I had a wonderful experience. From the greeter at the door who was very professional to the manager checking in on us to the waitress and cooks every one was phenomenal !! I will definitely be back again ! 
A photo of Milk & Honey - The Wharf restaurant
4.4
Awesome(566)
££££
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Southwest Waterfront
Booked 31 times today
Glad you put the LARGE PANCAKES back on the menu. My experience at M&H is always a good one as your servers and all that work there are very pleasant and willing to assist one that. is elderly.
A photo of Mallard restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(320)
££££
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Logan Circle
Booked 13 times today
Everything was unique and DELICIOUS! Our standout favorite was the dumplings appetizer. I got the shrimp and grits and my husband had the Pekin Duck. Yum Yum!!
A photo of Kinfolk Southern Kitchen restaurant
4.4
Awesome(206)
££££
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Southwest Waterfront
Booked 11 times today
Got there a few minutes late for our reservation and they were very accommodating about getting us seated quickly. Delish food, hip vibe, and terrific service by Jose G. A great place to get a meal before (or after) a show at the Anthem, so we'll be back!
A photo of Milk & Honey - Fairfax restaurant
4.5
Awesome(129)
££££
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Fairfax
Booked 4 times today
Always a wonderful experience eating here when I visit the DMV. Service is exceptional and the food is always delicious.
A photo of Miss Toya's Creole House - Silver Spring restaurant
4.3
Awesome(335)
££££
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Silver Spring
Booked 18 times today
The brunch was excellent. Food was great and the value was really good. The banana pudding & the biscoff french toast, Oysters Rockefeller, wings & pancakes were our favorites. Food came out quickly as well. Will definitely be back.

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