2025 Best Value Restaurants in Washington DC Area

Affordable Dining
in Washington DC

For a gourmet experience that won't break the bank, check out these Best Value Restaurants in Washington DC, presented in alphabetical order.

These restaurants give diners the most bang for the buck, including fine destinations where one can dine well for a reasonable price and still stick to a budget.

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Ambar
14/20
Authentic and totally unique Balkan cuisine with a few modern twists. See More

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BlackSalt Restaurant
14/20
One of DC’s premiere seafood restaurants, and a seafood market as well. See More

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Central Michel Richard
14/20
Casual American fare is central to Central. See More

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China Chilcano
15/20
China Chilcano is a venture of José Andrés in DC’s Penn Quarter. See More

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Founding Farmers DC
14/20
A farm-to-table restaurant with high-class, all-American fare. See More

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Hill Country
QB
Flavorful ribs, Texas sheet cake and Big Red soda offered up by a staff in Western-inspired garb. See More
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Macon Bistro & Larder
14/20
A Southern-influenced comfort food restaurant with a strong neighborhood appeal. See More
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matchbox american kitchen + spirits
13/20
Thin-crust, wood-fired pizzas and more in Penn Quarter. See More

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Old Ebbitt Grill
14/20
American fare in a restaurant that captures the city's be-there spirit in an exuberant, old-world setting. See More

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Spices Asian Restaurant & Sushi Bar
13/20
Asian eatery for good casual sushi and dazzling curries. See More
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