Virginia
Most of the local action in Yorktown occurs at this pub by the beach. Serving good pub grub (including loads of local seafood) and staging live music on…
Must-see restaurants in Mid-Atlantic States
Virginia
This neighborhood cafe on the edge of the historic district serves tasty and creative sandwiches along with good coffee (espresso, drip, pour-over and…
Richmond
This is where classy, old-school Southern aristocrats like to meet and eat, drawn by attentive service, an excellent wine list and a menu showcasing…
Maryland
Intensely fresh seafood and produce characterize the menu at this sunny spot, where natural light, friendly service, crisp salads and tasty pastas are the…
West Virginia
The bacon is crispy and the service slow at this scrappy diner, which is busting at its well-worn seams with everyone in town in the morning. They claim…
Washington, DC
Regulars can't get enough of the culinary snapshots of global street food offered at G Street. Sandwiches are the main focus, and range from banh mi to…
Delaware
Staff can help you with beer pairings at this comfortable brew pub, where the IPA will do a fine job washing down those fish and chips. This is an…
Richmond
Croaker's is an institution in these parts, and a backbone of the African American dining scene. Richmond’s most famous rendition of refined soul food is…
Washington, DC
Ogle the glass cases bursting with creamy-frosted cakes and pies. The banoffee pie (a sublime banana-toffee mix) and carrot cupcake are the sweets to beat…
Maryland
It's not all vegan or vegetarian – we're looking at you, bacon on the breakfast sandwich – at this cafe, but there are plenty of options for those seeking…
West Virginia
What? Is this a carhop situation? Oh yes it is. Pull up. Park. And scour the menu of burgers, hotdogs, BBQ and french fries as you wait for your server to…
Richmond
The 19th-century Tarrants Drug Co shopfront is an atmospheric home for this dinner and weekend brunch stalwart. Eggs Benedict is the popular pick at…
Virginia
Every village needs a casual cafe supplying reliable coffee, decent food and good company. And that's exactly what this place provides. It uses locally…
Richmond
Lunch, dinner or weekend brunch – Richmond icon Millie's does it all, and does it well. It's a small, but handsomely designed space with creative seasonal…
Richmond
Top marks go to this ice cream parlor's name and interior decoration; the pricey iced confections could be better, though. That said, they're house made…
Washington, DC
The DC mini-chain scoops terrific all-natural gelato, but the sorbet is the standout. Fruity flavors made from Haitian mangoes, white grapefruits and Bosc…
West Virginia
Pop into the lively bar for a post-run beer and the Buffalo Chicken Dip, or settle in by the big windows to watch the sunset while digging into hearty…
Richmond
A much-loved local haunt, Sidewalk Cafe feels like a dive bar (year-round Christmas lights, wood-paneled walls, kitschy artwork), but the food is first…
Maryland
There are lots of restaurants in America that try to come off as high-end gastropubs, and they should all be more like Casey Jones. There's an excellent…
Washington, DC
Dupont Circle’s branch of the healthful salad purveyor often has a line out the door. Order your huge bowl of roast chicken and kale or spicy shrimp and…
Richmond
A popular venue for local functions, the Boathouse serves a predominantly seafood menu in a fabulous setting overlooking the James River. The breezy deck…
Delaware
It feels like mama's house at Mrs. Robino's, where warm service, hearty Italian fare and happy families are highlights. Open since 1940, the restaurant is…
Washington, DC
A frequent winner in DC's 'best late-night eats' polls, Julia's stuffs its dough bombs with chorizo, Jamaican beef curry, spinach and more. Flavors peak…
Delaware
Nothing anchors a small town such as Laurel like an excellent pizza place, so kudos to the Laurel Pizzeria. The price is right too; at $7 for a small…
Virginia
Friendly service and awesome burritos set this hip place apart from the competition on busy Colley Ave. Not to mention the tasty margaritas and an…
Baltimore
LP is the best in Baltimore’s seafood stakes: working class, teasing smiles and the freshest crabs on the southside. Stop by on your way back from Fort…
Maryland
This comfy, art-filled coffeehouse is a good spot for coffee and light bites (sandwiches, soups, salads) during the day and heartier bistro fare by night,…
Richmond
One of the anchors of Church Hill's thriving dining scene, the Roosevelt serves up modern Southern food by Beard-nominated chef Lee Gregory, alongside…
Virginia
Perched over a peaceful creek near Back Bay, Blue Pete's has an enchanting woodland setting and a wide-ranging and well-priced menu: oysters, gumbo, she…
Virginia
In the Water St shopping and eating hub, this simple place serves fresh wraps, soups, melts and cakes (sampling the signature carrot cake is almost…
Baltimore
Dukem is a standout among Baltimore's many Ethiopian places. Delicious mains, including spicy chicken, lamb and vegetarian dishes, all sopped up with…
Alexandria
Momo is tiny and has just 13 seats, but it serves excellent sushi. A well-priced bento box ($11) is available at lunch.
Richmond
Jackson Ward's favorite ice cream shop keeps the local community happy with its gelato, soft-serve ice cream, sundaes, floats, sodas, milkshakes and…
Maryland
In the middle of Sykesville's historic district, Beck's feels like a traditional pub, with wooden furnishings, soused regulars and serviceable pub grub…
West Virginia
Decor is farmhouse chic at this small restaurant known for its salads and gourmet sandwiches. Thumbs up for the strawberry poppyseed wrap.
Baltimore
Open for more than 60 years, Vaccaro's serves some of the best desserts and coffee in town. The cannolis are legendary.
Washington, DC
This kitschy little red-and-yellow restaurant has been serving up hamburgers and fries – flavored with 26 spices and herbs – since 1989. You’ll find…
Alexandria
This rambling, 400-seat Old Town landmark restaurant has been serving up Chesapeake-style seafood since 1976. Occupying a 19th-century warehouse at the…
Washington, DC
Located at the juncture of the National Gallery's two wings, the Cascade offers views of just that: a shimmering, IM Pei–designed artificial waterfall…
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