A Touch of Paris in DC - Sidewalk Cafes, Patios and Terraces (Continued from page 1)
- The Occidental Restaurant - Downtown
1475 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW - Telephone 202-783-1475
Note: This restaurant will be closed until November 2006 for kitchen renovations. Established in 1906, this downtown mainstay is the quintessential spot for people watching in the heart downtown Washington, DC. Serving elegant contemporary American fare, the Occidental Restaurant offers an incredible view into many facets of the downtown action. - Sea Catch - Georgetown
1054 31st Street, NW - Telephone 202-337-8855
Seasonal candlelight dining on a lovely stone terrace overlooking the C & O Canal is a true treat at this chic Georgetown gem. Sea Catch serves fresh seafood (never frozen) and is located in a historic warehouse building, charmingly tucked away off of a little alley south of M Street, between Wisconsin Avenue and 31st Street, NW. - Zaytinya - Penn Quarter
701 9th Street NW at G Street - Telephone 202-638-0800
One of the hottest, hippest most happening places in the District, this stylish restaurant serves classical and contemporary Greek, Turkish and Lebanese cuisine, mostly in the form small appetizer-sized portions. In warmer weather, an outdoor seating area is available on the raised plaza near the restaurant entrance.
Down by the River Side - Along the Mighty Potomac
- Cabanas - Georgetown Harbour Waterfront
3050 K Street, NW - Telephone 202-944-4242
One of several popular eateries along the picturesque Georgetown Harbour area, Cabanas offers "authentic Latin American flavor" and the option of seasonal outdoor dining, overlooking the fountains of the Harbour area. - Cantina Marina - Southwest Waterfront
600 Water Street, SW - Telephone 202-554-8396
Walk through the door of Cantina Marina into the lively ambience of a tropical beach. The seasonal outdoor dining affords great views of the Washington Monument and summer sunsets over the channel from the Gangplank Marina. - Chart House - Old Town Alexandria
One Cameron Street, Alexandria, Virginia - Telephone 703-684-5080
A short metro ride across the river, the Old Town Alexandria Chart House is a great place for outside dining in fair weather, offering some of the best Potomac River views in the DC area. Very popular with both visitors and locals, the outdoor seating is first come - first served. - Nick's Riverside Grille - Georgetown Harbour Waterfront
3050 K Street, NW - Telephone 202-342-3535
This family-owned restaurant offers good solid casual American fare and one of the best views of the Potomac River in town. The large outdoor terrace is a great place for people watching and scenery admiring in a lively setting. - Phillips Flagship - Southwest Waterfront
900 Water Street, SW - Telephone 202-488-8515 or 800-648-7067
If you like the atmosphere of a traditional seafood restaurant, you will enjoy this enormous cousin of the chain from Maryland. Popular with tourist groups, this bustling Southwest Waterfront establishment offers a vast number of menu selections as well as a huge buffet. Seasonal outdoor dining affording pleasant views of the marina is a popular warm weather option to the 1200-seat dining room. - Sequoia - Georgetown Harbour Waterfront
3000 K Street, NW - Telephone 202-944-4200
More than anything, it is the great view of the Potomac that attracts locals and visitors to the stylish Sequoia Restaurant. The menu features an eclectic selection of contemporary American dishes as well as a number of fun specialty drinks. During the warmer seasons the large outdoor patio and bar are an extremely popular restaurant destination. Truth be told, however, the food and service receive inconsistent ratings, while the view receives constant raves. - Tony and Joe's - Georgetown Harbour Waterfront
3000 K Street, NW - Telephone 202-944-4545
Tony and Joe's Seafood Place, located on the Potomac River waterfront is a short walk down the hill from Georgetown's main drag. It is famous for its wonderful location, affording stunning views of Washington Harbour and its charming surroundings.
Almost Outdoor Dining
- Clyde's of Gallery Place - Chinatown
707 7th Street, NW - Telephone 202-349-3700
This young sibling of the original Clyde's of Georgetown offers a similar eclectic American menu, famous around the metropolitan Washington DC area for the burgers, brunches and salads. The restaurant does not have outdoor dining in the true sense, but is worth mentioning for its glass enclosed terrace with windows that open in nice weather for an indoor / outdoor open air feeling. - Le Chat Noir - Friendship Heights
4907 Wisconsin Avenue, NW - Telephone 202-244-2044
An upper northwest neighborhood French bistro, this restaurant offers good solid French fare. The dining experience is enhanced by the very attractive decor and great selection of French music playing in the background. In warm weather, large doors and windows open to certain portions of the restaurant, creating the breezy ambience of outdoor dining.
