All Michelin-Star Restaurants Participating in DC Restaurant Week

If you’re like me, you are always looking for the best value when choosing which restaurants to go to during the DC Restaurant Week. I want to try a restaurant that I wouldn’t be able to afford without the Restaurant Week deal, or at least one where it’s a large savings from their normal menu prices.

What’s the point of paying $65 for a meal that normally costs $60?

Put on by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington, the Summer Restaurant Week features restaurants in Washington DC and its suburbs. Running from August 18-24, participating restaurants can offer brunch/lunch for $25 or $35, and dinner for $40, $55, or $65. Each restaurant chooses which meals and price point they are offering, and some restaurants opt to extend the Restaurant Week pricing.

Below is a list of all of Michelin-starred restaurants in DC confirmed to be part of Summer Restaurant Week, along with what they’re offering.

Note that this list does not include all Michelin-rated restaurants, and leaves out Bib Gourmand and Michelin Guide restaurants.

1. Rania

• Michelin Rating: 1 Star ⭐️
• Cuisine: Indian
• Price:
  • Lunch (Fri & Sat): 3-course menu for $35
  • Dinner (Tue–Sun): 3-course menu for $65 (optional wine pairing for $35)
  • Brunch (Sun): 3-course menu for $35; bottomless mimosas $19.95 (90 min)
  • Optional chef’s tasting menu: 6 courses for $125 with $100 wine pairing
• Restaurant Week Dates: August 18-24
• Website: raniadc.com
• Address: 427 11th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004

Rania offers a refined modern Indian menu and is a solid choice for diners looking to explore bold flavors and fine dining techniques. I also think it has one of the prettiest bars in DC

2. Causa

• Michelin Rating: 1 Star ⭐️
• Cuisine: Peruvian, Latin American
• Price:
  • Brunch: $35
  • Lunch: $35
  • Dinner: $55
• Restaurant Week Dates: August 18-24
• Website: causadc.com
• Address: 920 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001

Causa’s use of Amazonian and Andean ingredients makes it one of the most unique dining experiences in DC.

3. Elcielo Washington

• Michelin Rating: 1 Star ⭐️
• Cuisine: Colombian
• Price: $65 Dinner
• Restaurant Week Dates: August 18-31
• Website: elcielodc.com
• Address: 1280 4th St. NE, Washington, DC 20002

Elcielo Washington features a sensory-driven Colombian tasting experience and earned its Michelin star through modern technique and presentation. While it is listed for Restaurant Week, reservations are currently unavailable, so diners should check back for updates.

4. Bresca

• Michelin Rating: 1 Star ⭐️
• Cuisine: Contemporary American
• Price: $65 Dinner
• Restaurant Week Dates: July 11-August 31
• Website: brescadc.com
• Address: 1906 14th St. NW, Washington, DC 20009

Bresca’s progressive American menu features seasonal ingredients with a focus on presentation and balance. It has extended dates beyond the core Restaurant Week, giving more flexibility for diners. Availability is still strong in the third week of August.

5. Mita

• Michelin Rating: 1 Star ⭐️
• Cuisine: Latin American
• Price: $65 Dinner
• Restaurant Week Dates: August 18–31
• Website: mitadc.com
• Address: 804 V St. NW, Washington, DC 20037

Mita offers a more plant-forward take on Latin cuisine while still delivering fine dining service. Diners looking for vegetarian options from a Michelin-rated chef will find Mita a standout.

6. Imperfecto: The Chef’s Table

• Michelin Rating: 1 Star ⭐️
• Cuisine: Latin American, Mediterranean
• Price: $65 Dinner
• Restaurant Week Dates: August 18-31
• Website: sevenreasonsgroup.com/imperfecto
• Address: 1124 23rd St. NW, Washington, DC 20037

Imperfecto fuses Latin and Mediterranean cuisines and offers a highly curated tasting menu experience.

7. Rooster & Owl

• Michelin Rating: 1 Star ⭐️
• Cuisine: Contemporary American
• Price: $65 Dinner
• Restaurant Week Dates: August 18-24
• Website: roosterowl.com
• Address: 2436 14th St. NW, Washington, DC 20009

Rooster & Owl is my favorite restaurant in DC. It’s known for its collaborative tasting menu, where diners select courses from a seasonal, globally inspired list.

8. Gravitas

• Michelin Rating: 1 Star ⭐️
• Cuisine: New American
• Price: $65 Dinner
• Restaurant Week Dates: August 18-24
• Website: gravitasdc.com
• Address: 1401 Okie St. NE, Washington, DC 20002

Gravitas offers a hyper-seasonal tasting experience focused on locally sourced ingredients. In 2023 when I went, they offered a 3-course Restaurant Week menu for $65 and a 5-course menu for $95 that was still cheaper than their normal tasting menu price.

9. Tail Up Goat

• Michelin Rating: 1 Star ⭐️
• Cuisine: Contemporary Mediterranean
• Price: $65 Dinner
• Restaurant Week Dates: August 18-24
• Website: tailupgoat.com
• Address: 1827 Adams Mill Road NW, Washington, DC 20009

Tail Up Goat has been a neighborhood favorite for years, combining Mediterranean influences with a laid-back atmosphere and high-quality execution. They recently announced they are closing in the fall, so this is your last chance to try them for Restaurant Week.

10. El Taller de Xiquet

• Michelin Rating: 1 Star ⭐️
• Cuisine: Spanish
• Price: $65 Dinner
• Restaurant Week Dates: August 18-24
• Website: xiquetdl.com
• Address: 2404 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20007

El Taller de Xiquet is the chef’s table experience adjacent to Xiquet, offering an intimate and elevated Spanish tasting menu.

Summary: A Rare Opportunity to Experience Michelin Dining for Less

These Michelin-starred restaurants are not only recognized for their culinary excellence but also are participating in a highly accessible event that draws both locals and tourists. With prices ranging from $35 to $65 per meal, diners can enjoy a premium experience without the usual high price tag.

In addition to the Restaurant Week fixed prices, some offer an optional menu that is higher priced than the Restaurant Week deal, but lower than their normal price. I generally recommend choosing this option if you can. You get a more inventive menu, and it usually includes more courses for you to a taste a wider range of their cooking artistry.

Be sure to book early where possible, as availability is limited at some venues.