50 Best American Restaurants near Joint Base Andrews

“Ms. Kathy was an amazing tour guide. Ms. Taylor was very kind also. It is a great banquet facility not open on Sunday or Mondays. It is carpeted, and can be configured in many different ways and room sizes. Lots of parking, food is available for a cost.“

“First fast food that didn't disappoint me. They actually cook right in front of you to create a very good, quality hot sub. The piece de resistance is home-made lemonade WITH LITTLE PIECES OF PEACH IN THE BOTTOM THAT ARE SMALL ENOUGH TO COME RIGHT IN THROUGH THE STRAW. OR BLUEBERRY OR STRAWBERRY. INCREDIBLE!!!Don't know where else they are, but I'm now officially addicted to the one at Joint Base Andrews.“

“Brunch is amazing. Bottomless margaritas and the churros are excellent!“

“The environment is great, the menu is very diverse, and seemingly commonplace dishes manage to be innovative in flavor“

“Fun night for two out of towners! Food was amazing and the staff were incredibly friendly, even though we’re two or three times their ages and not cool at all! ;)“

“Incredible experience. Will be returning.“

“Excellent experience, excellent food, and excellent service! Thanks Lenny!“

“The best experience I have ever had at a restaurant! food was amazing and the staff made us feel like we were regulars! would recommend 1000 times over!“

“Some friends rented out the bistro for their wedding party and it was the perfect space. The party was so intimate and perfect for the celebration. The food and drinks were fantastic, I’m still dreaming about the sliders that were served. I can’t wait to come back to town and try the restaurant on a regular night. The owner was fantastic as well. Highly recommend Cynthia’s!!“

“Returning to Washington from a France worn down by its own melancholy — a nation led by a presidential couple seemingly disconnected from l'esprit de grandeur — was a relief. The Monocle, nestled just a short pas de géant from Capitol Hill, felt like an antidote. Walking through its doors, I immediately felt transported, like one of the CIA operatives from Lioness Psy-Ops, covertly meeting allies in a safe haven of quiet luxury. Opened in October 1960 by Connie and Helen Valanos, The Monocle has seen more political deals sealed over its crab cakes than perhaps in the chambers of Congress themselves. As the Washingtonian noted, “The Monocle is a better restaurant than it’s given credit for,” serving dishes like “pan-fried Chesapeake Bay oysters baked in a light curry sauce” that feel like culinary diplomacy at its finest. What strikes one immediately is the duality of the space: half public house, half refined eatery. In the restaurant's more elegant quarters, I chose a glass of Sancerre, its mineral brightness pairing effortlessly with the signature crab cakes — plump, golden, and loaded with chair de crabe so sweet it could make a New Englander weep. A red wine-braised New York strip followed, its sauce reminiscent of the old-world simplicity one finds in France’s brasseries, yet undeniably American in its confident presentation. The maître d’, Nick Selimos — a fixture here for nearly three decades — greeted every guest with the kind of warmth that makes even the most hardened lobbyist feel comme chez soi. “There’s nothing more satisfying,” said John Valanos, the owner, “than having someone say, ‘We’ll come back ourselves.’” And come back they do — senators, staffers, and curious tourists alike. Sipping a digestif, I glanced at the black-and-white photos adorning the walls — Kennedy, Nixon, and other Washington titans. It’s said JFK dined here regularly during his Senate days. As The Washington Post humorously observed, "Intentions are spoken here, alliances formed, and deals sealed," all over dishes that balance simplicity and sophistication. Leaving The Monocle, I felt reconnected to the vibrancy of Washington, its pulse steadied by the legacy of places like this — where history, gastronomy, and a touch of joie de vivre blend into something unforgettable.“

“I have chicken wings ring ring Chris Rock they would really really good I had a good time there“

“the people there were absolutely the nicest to our family. the food was magnificent!! thanks for a good experience!“

“Wonderful atmosphere and exceptional service from Will. Food was tasty and very good portions. Memorable and will recommend to friends.“

“food highly recommended 💯💯“

“I met up with a girl friend of mine who I haven't seen in months. We enjoyed the grill punch, while munching on spicy tuna bites and splitting the grill burger. The environment was quiet -- perfect for a girl friend date -- even romantic date.

The staff were friendly...I would say they probably weren't as attentive even though the bar was pretty empty...though my friend and I were chatting up a storm. So many they didn't want to bother us.

Overall, great experience. I would definitely go back for happy hour again.“

“This is where it’s at pregame DC defenders“

“I definitely recommend the Cajun fries over the chicken tenders.“

“Penne Pasta with Pork Bolognese Crispy Lemongrass Chicken Caramelized Cauliflower It tastes good. The environment is nice“

“Super Essen lecker und liebe Leute 🫶🏼😊“

“Loved our visit and such a dining experience! You have to try it!! Cheers y’all“

“I went to this restaurant to celebrate my birthday, and overall I had a good time. The service was quick, the staff was very pleasant, and the food was really good. However, I was a bit disappointed because I had mentioned that I was coming for my birthday, but there was no special gesture or attention from the restaurant. A nice experience overall, but a little birthday touch would have made it even better. 🎂✨“

“Please come out October the 29th for the Halloween Sip&Paint party the cost is $50.00 per adult“

“This was my first time visiting this restaurant. We were a party of three during brunch. We all had the unlimited food and bottomless drinks. I was able to try half size or full size of all of the brunch menu options. I tried half sized of the seafood omelet, catfish and grits, and shrimp and grits. They were all delicious! I had a few peach mimosas and a lemon drop martini for the drinks. My bill less than the price of an entree and a cocktail at most places in DC. I will definitely be back.“

“super friendly and accommodating. we really enjoyed our visit and the food.“

“Excellent service my retiree group and I received when we arrived an hour early for our reservations. The front desk greeter was warm and welcomed us. Then the servers were helpful. Our main server was excellent with catering to my group of 12 needs. We all loved our various dishes and walking on the upper floor to see the many musicians artifacts.“

“Great location! Highly recommended for anytime of the day or night.“

“I ate here, it is super yummy.“

“This was my and my fiancé's first time dining at this restaurant a few nights ago. We made a table reservation via OpenTable for 7:00pm, arrived at 6:50pm, and we were seated right away. From previous reviews I heard I was a good idea to make reservations, so that seems to be accurate from our experience because it was definitely a full house. The food is a bit pricey, but definitely worth it because it was delicious. I enjoyed my appetizer of Fiesta Egg rolls which were definitely cheesy, hot, and full of shredded chicken and lots of flavor. For entrees I got the Prime Rib (medium) which was cooked perfectly with some redskin mashed potatoes 😋 my fiancé got the Eastern Shore style crab cakes which were broiled and very tasty; came with coleslaw and show string french fries. My fiancé enjoyed all of his meal, with the exception of the coleslaw which he did not partake in due to health reasons. I also tried to Elite Margarita which was pretty good but a tad strong on the tequila for my liking, but the lime slice helped to take down some of the bitter alcohol taste for me 🙂👍🏾 The atmosphere of the restaurant is very relaxing, classy, and dimly lit which we loved because it had a romantic vibe to it. Our server, Olivia, was very friendly and welcoming and was on point making sure everything was to our liking. We will definitely be returning again to this location.“

“Great atmosphere, great food, and excellent customer service.“

“Friendly staff and good food cooked to order!“

“Food is good and menu has something for everyone. The best part is the staff. Anna is an awesome server. She has taken care of our family a few times and she always remembers us and our preferences. She is great with kids. The last time my daughter and I were there she had another table with a couple that had a baby. She took care of them seamlessly while juggling everyone else.“

“Marcus DC is a delicious dining establishment in a beautiful, brilliant setting. The open kitchen is inviting and is perfect for watching Executive Chef Anthony and his team perform their delicious edible works of art. Four of us dined at an early 5:15 PM dinner. From the Table Talk scallops to the Nourishers Faroe salmon and the roasted drum fish, everyone in our party expressed extreme delight and satisfaction with their meals. One downside on the menu was the NY strip steak. While it was cooked to perfection, the meat was tough and difficult to get through. A better cut of meat is a bone-in ribeye which provides a luscious flavor and texture. The A big downside is that the restaurant does not allow separate checks. And so, at the conclusion of our delicious upscale dinner, we were at the table with the calculators on our phones out trying figure out who ate what and how much it cost. There were two in our party who did not drink alcoholic beverages. We weren’t even allowed to separate out the alcohol. Nor did we want our non-drinking friends to pay for $100 in drinks. If we had known this in advance it might well have been a reason for choosing another restaurant. I don’t like mayhem around the check at the end of a wonderful dining experience. In the end, the server had to spend time running separate checks for our four different credit cards anyway. So, it would’ve been better to just let us order on separate checks from the beginning. Plus, the restaurant is in the Morrow Hotel. Persons on expense accounts, needing receipts are going to necessarily want separate checks. This seems like a big mistake that can be easily fixed with a policy change. Otherwise, it’s Chef Marcus Samuelson so what’s not to love overall.“

“Thanks Bussboys for your hospitality during our group’s visit last Thursday . I traveled with my church choir (Tulane MB Church from Yazoo City, Ms). We dined in for breakfast and the food was AMAZING“

“This place was so much better than I thought it was going to be, sometimes the places at the wharf are pretty but the good is not good. We ended up popping in during a celebration at the Wharf. We got lucky and It was amazing, we didn't have to wait that long for a table and the Food was AMAZING“

“Literally the best America’s Best Wings location in the area, hands down!!! The service, quality of the food, atmosphere is top tier. I no longer go to any other location. I just end up disappointed because the food isn’t as good. Love this location!“

“Made a new friend of Bob the bartender. He played host and made us feel like we were regulars. Ian took great care of us as our waiter. The food was classically tavern and delicious. Great meal, great vibe, great people.“

“Excellent food & friendly / engaging staff“

“Love to Support small business!!“

“I know I take terrible pictures but this DC restaurant lived up to the hype…excellent food and drinks, delivered hot and timely and the wait staff was on point. I have to thank my Facebook group and work friends for the recommendation….bonus points, it’s 6 blocks down the street.“

“Great location! Service was a little slow on this visit but the management made up for it.“

“Nice atmosphere. Good drinks“

“From the cocktails to the service…our experience was top notch all around! Highly recommend!“

“Grandmom is having a great time in DC. Scarlet Oak has the best servers, managers, and drink. Highly recommend if you travel to DC!! We will be back!“

“We came here after the nationals game and Dylan was our server and it was his best experience ever. My husband had the liver and onions and I had the cob salad and it was delicious. My sister-in-law had the avocado salad. I would come here at 10 out of 10 a time every single time and don’t forget to ask for Dylan as your waiter. It was amazing. And order the Mojito!“

“Minibar went above and beyond our expectations. Due to health issues, we cannot drink alcohol and they curated special nonalcoholic drinks that paired perfectly with the exceptionally creative food!“

“The food was amazing… that’s all that need to be said“

“Staff were very accommodating of last second reservation updates and allergies, going above and beyond. The restaurant was a little dark, making menus hard to read, and tables were a little cramped due to high demand. The mac and cheese was a little salty but delicious.“

“We had a good experience at Sonoma. The food was tasty and well-prepared, and the service was friendly. That said, the portion sizes felt a bit small for the price, so it did seem slightly overpriced. Still, it’s a nice spot if you’re looking for quality over quantity.“

“We came here after the nationals game and Dylan was our server and it was his best experience ever. My husband had the liver and onions and I had the cob salad and it was delicious. My sister-in-law had the avocado salad. I would come here at 10 out of 10 a time every single time and don’t forget to ask for Dylan as your waiter. It was amazing. And order the Mojito!“

“We loved having dinner so much on Friday night that we had lunch on Saturday! Lobster roll was delicious. Great selection of raw oysters. PEI mussels were the best! Service was on point. Friday night Ashley was great and sorry I didn’t get our great servers name on Saturday. Manager Ronald Vasquez was so personable and made us feel like regulars. Wish we lived a bit closer because we would be. Highly recommend!“