Rose's luxury

This location, named after Chef Aaron Silverman's paternal grandmother and his goal to provide a warm, casual, and welcoming setting for visitors, used to have huge lines when it opened for evening seating, but now it accepts same-day bookings to cut down on wait times. The tapas menu is diverse, with small plates and family-style meals. Strawberry pasta, popcorn soup, tandoori-ish chicken, sweet pea primavera, South Carolina brisket, and hand-shaped farfalle were among the wonderful items on a recent menu, which featured seasonal choices. Head upstairs to their bar if you're just searching for a drink.

This is one of the greatest venues for romantic dinner because it has been one of the most well-known restaurants for years, and it provides excellent service and exquisite food. Small plates bring out enormous flavors, and family-style dishes won't want to be shared at this Southeast dining destination, therefore it's widely recognized as the best restaurant.

• Website: rosesluxury.com
• Location: 717 8th Street, SEWashington, DC 20003
• Phone number: (202) 580-8889