Iron Gate is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

1. Iron Gate

8.7
1734 N St NW, Washington, D.C.
Mediterranean Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 61 tips and reviews

KTLRKTLR: Very romantic atmosphere, great food, attentive but not intrusive service.

Adam K.Adam Kaiser: Loved this place great ambiance. I sat in the bar alley which was nice the also have an out door patio which will have tables during summer. A great romantic escape in the city!

Ashley R.Ashley R: Love the outdoor seating (no reservations required). Very romantic. Delicious, refreshing menu options. Everything was good. Seasonal items and pasta were fantastic.

Bistro Cacao is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

2. Bistro Cacao

8.2
320 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 40 tips and reviews

Teresa R.Teresa Reid: Great for brunch and dinner. Very romantic ambiance. Catch Sunday brunch and then a short walk to the Easter Market Flea Market.

DC Photographer Marty KatzDC Photographer Marty Katz: This is a very romantic DC French restaurant with a fine patio for dinner or brunch with a date.

NeffNeff: Great place! I proposed to my girlfriend here and had incredible service. Very romantic and quiet. Food was amazing and reasonable priced

Blues Alley is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

3. Blues Alley

8.6
1073 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Jazz and Blues Venue · Georgetown · 49 tips and reviews

C. S.C. S: Way overpriced food, tickets are usually too high, but intimate venue for good shows.

lauren s.lauren shipton: Check out bluesalley.com for their performance schedule, amazing for an intimate dinner date Read more.

David M.David Matthew Gaüer: This place is great! Not about the food though... experience good artist in a relaxed intimate environment!

Chez Billy Sud is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

4. Chez Billy Sud

9.0
1039 31st St NW (at Water St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Georgetown · 21 tips and reviews

Debra R.Debra Rafferty: King salmon over creamy smoked tomato sauce. Really fresh, tender salad. Warm months outdoor seating is charming, romantic and cozy indoor space for cooler weather

Cassandra C.Cassandra Clark: Very romantic. Superb, quality food. Worth every penny.

dancingqueen f.dancingqueen fAMedevoLv3xion: Tasting room next door across outdoor patio, also has great bar food, craft cocktails, wine tastings events, flights. Locally sourced food ingredients, whenever possible. Red wine duck œuf, rillettes

1789 Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

5. 1789 Restaurant

8.2
1226 36th St NW (at Prospect St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Georgetown · 39 tips and reviews

Sarah JaneSarah Jane: How romantic! We've had many a happy anniversary or special occasion there. $$$$ Pricey though... Better bring your good credit card! JKJK!

Leanne A.Leanne Alyssa: Amazing service! The beet Wellington is a great vegetarian option. Such a romantic spot

Zafer K.Zafer K: Romantic and french

Filomena Ristorante is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

6. Filomena Ristorante

9.0
1063 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Georgetown · 182 tips and reviews

Loreal M.Loreal Monroe: Best Italian Restaurant in the area. Meatballs melt in your mouth. Delicious food. Friendly servers. Warm Romantic Ambiance. If you are in the area worth tge trip. Tony is the best server!

memo r.memo ruizcornejo: Romantic environment though a little loud. No TV so don't expect to watch any sports there

Peter B.Peter Blumberg: Veal parm is the way to go, but save room for desserts - they have an amazing assortment of cakes. A great place to visit during the holidays.

Fiola Mare is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

7. Fiola Mare

9.0
3050 K St NW (at 31st St), Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Georgetown · 68 tips and reviews

Danielle D.Danielle DaSilva: Romantic spot for a pre-Kennedy Center show dinner or stroll around Georgetown. Pastas are so fresh, and the seafood is, obviously, the right choice.

SeanSean: 11 weeks in, this establishment is a game changer. Italian with fresh fish and seafood specialties. You must save room for desert.

Katherine K.Katherine Kennedy Allen: Truly the most exquisite service I have had in DC. The mocktails are refreshing, lobster ravioli to die for and dessert-- save room for the sweets! A+ experience

The Bombay Club is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

8. The Bombay Club

8.4
815 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Indian Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 66 tips and reviews

V G.V Gandy: Great for a very swanky, romantic dinner. ;)

Yasaman M.Yasaman Mahdian: Best Indian food I had in D.C. . Great service and romantic vibe. Try the mixed trays for entree. Sea food tray was to die for! Loved it!

EaterEater: The restaurant serves up a stellar brunch buffet, properly made Manhattans and traditional Indian fare such as lamb roganjosh. The thali platters are a good way to sample a variety of dishes. Read more.

Rose's Luxury is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

9. Rose's Luxury

9.2
717 8th St SE, Washington, D.C.
New American Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 134 tips and reviews

Bridget G.Bridget Gael: Absolutely fantastic meal. Terrific wine selection, cozy intimate vibes with great service. We loved the pork & lycee salad, miso-glazed Chilean sea bass & fusilli

Michael G.Michael Guss: The Scotch with baked apple cocktail is delicious. The Lychee Salad is a great starter & the Japanese Fried chicken is money.

Washington PostWashington Post: One of the best appetizers fit for a last meal request: Crumbled pork sausage, litchis, coconut milk, tropical herbs, fiery habanero. When you get your bill: Chocolate-mint meringue cookies. Read more.

Rasika is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

10. Rasika

9.3
1190 New Hampshire Ave NW (at M St NW), Washington, D.C.
Indian Restaurant · West End · 115 tips and reviews

Ana A.Ana Artavia: El lugar es romántico, tiene una atmósfera muy tranquila, la comida es excelente

Lamia A.Lamia A: Crispy baby spinach salad Beyond delicious what I call Indian to die for 9ra7ah! food,service,decorations in general incredible👌 plus if there's a room for dessert their date toffee cake is a must😴

Brian G.Brian Gluckman: You MUST have the crispy fried spinach appetizer. It'll change the way you view leafy greens.

The Red Hen is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

11. The Red Hen

9.2
1822 1st St NW (at Seaton Pl NW), Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · LeDroit Park - Bloomingdale · 86 tips and reviews

Ilona d.Ilona de Heusch: Cozy, romantic. Try the Cauliflower. So so good

Caitlin R.Caitlin Rush: The rotating menu of fresh, seasonal ingredients is incredible. The maple custard with hazelnut crumble is not to be missed.

Washington PostWashington Post: Critic Tom Sietsema: Nothing predictable about wine selection. Get: 2011 chablis from Gilbert Picq ($50). For food, get the baby octopus or hand-made pastas. Share the fried artichokes or crostini. Read more.

Lapis is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

12. Lapis

9.1
1847 Columbia Rd NW (at Mintwood Pl NW), Washington, D.C.
Afghan Restaurant · Adams Morgan · 40 tips and reviews

L.A. L.L.A. Loehr: Small intimate setting, can get noisy but a cool ambiance.

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: You can't go wrong with some delicious and fragrant Qabuli Palow made with Afghan rice pilaf mixed with tender lamb and coronated with a julienne of carrots and raisins.

Chirag P.Chirag Patel: Yogurt, sauces, rice, cornbread like bread and lamb patties

9:30 Club is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

13. 9:30 Club

9.1
815 V St NW (at 9th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Music Venue · U-Street · 214 tips and reviews

Jacob N.Jacob Nichols: The best indoor venue I have ever been to. Very intimate and not a bad spot in the place.

Kristen M.Kristen Mentasti: Awesome and intimate concert venue. Brings hot talent.

Design*SpongeDesign*Sponge: One of the best and most intimate venues for seeing live music in town. For thirty years and counting – the 9:30 Club has brought the best local, indie and international bands to DC. Read more.

Ocean Prime is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

14. Ocean Prime

8.5
1341 G St NW, Washington, D.C.
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 15 tips and reviews

Nicole H.Nicole Hunter: Very romantic spot. Ambience was nice. I had the Filet Mignon and my date had the salmon. Truffle fries were amazing.

Rita L.Rita Lassiter: The happy hour specials are undeniable. Early arrival is suggested to grab a great seat at the bar and partake :-). The berries and bubbles is my favorite cocktail, by the way :-).

Alicia R.Alicia Reed: Fillet, scallops and pretzel bread; yummy.

Corduroy is one of The 15 Best Romantic Places in Washington.

15. Corduroy

8.8
1122 9th St NW, Washington, D.C.
New American Restaurant · Mount Vernon Square · 22 tips and reviews

Joanna C.Joanna Champagne: This is a world class restaurant on a street that is all boarded up. Upstairs is a lovely bar, perfect for a romantic date or catching up.

Ben N.Ben Nebb: $30 3 course meal at bar upstairs is one of my favorite deals in DC

AllisonAllison: Try the antelope