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- PPaulaWashington, D.C. Area •3 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoEverything was excellent. The appetizers, we got the mushrooms on a waffle and pork belly steamed buns, were a great start. The venison and sausage and the sea bass and mussels were beautifully plated as well as delicious. I had the beef stew and ponme frites, which was quite hardy. The chef was visiting with customers and staff, making the atmosphere relaxed. We loved our time at Belga Cafe.More infoBelga CafePrice: Moderate• Belgian• Capitol Hill•4.6
- TTamaraNew Orleans / Louisiana •8 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoThis was a birthday dinner for my 17 years old granddaughter. We loved the small plates dining, the food was delicious with many vegetarian and pescatarian choices. Service was attentive and Impecable! We will be back soon!More infoAmbar Capitol HillPrice: Moderate• Balkan style• Capitol Hill•4.8
- GGabrielaNew York City •1 review5.0Dined on Nov 25, 2024The food was delicious- great selections and variety… you can even have breakfast as it is served all day! The server was so kind and friendly. It was a wonderful experience!More infoTed’s Bulletin - Capitol HillPrice: Moderate• American• Capitol Hill•4.5
- FFloydWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined on Nov 9, 2024Abigail was so sweet and loving . She welcome us with a warm welcome. The service was on time and perfect. The atmosphere was peace and romantic. Still our #1 favorite Indian Restaurant in DC.More infoJab We Met Indian KitchenPrice: Moderate• Indian• Capitol Hill•5
- RRogervipVirginia •66 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 30, 2024Good food, prompt service and reasonably priced. Nice outdoor seating area.More infomatchbox Capitol HillPrice: Moderate• American• Capitol Hill•3.9
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The best reviewed restaurant in Capitol Hill is Jab We Met Indian Kitchen
The best vegan restaurants in Capitol Hill are Ambar Capitol Hill, Ted’s Bulletin - Capitol Hill and Butterworth's
The best vegetarian restaurants in Capitol Hill are Ambar Capitol Hill, Caruso's Grocery - DC and Ted’s Bulletin - Capitol Hill
The restaurants with the best service in Capitol Hill are Capitol Square Bar & Grill, Jab We Met Indian Kitchen and Cane
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Capitol Hill are Butterworth's, Jab We Met Indian Kitchen and The Monocle
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