50 Best American Restaurants near Temple Hills

“This is the spot to check out if you are in the area.Being gone from this place for a while, stopped by and picked up a seafood meal, they are still holding their own cat fish, shrimp with broccoli /cheese, and black-eyed peas with a mixed tea.“

“Honestly speaking, I go there more than a one year. Their food quality & quantity are pretty unmatchable. Even though, the atmosphere is amazing moreover quite clean store all the time. Mostly I like their Fajita platter, steak & cheese fried chicken wings and many more. This is the top quality restaurant in the town. Their Customer service is Amazing. Everybody who works in the cashier they are cool gentlemen and they gotta lot more patience. Overall, I love to go there frequently.“

“Excellent drinks and catfish nuggets!“

“I was very hungry Roomate said I know where can go Danny . I'm telling u steak eggs roll was everything, my turkey sub on point.“

“We were searching for something local to try because we were visiting from out of town. The young man who waited on us was really helpful when we had questions, and the food was fantastic. The friend plantains and the Peruvian chicken were both quite tasty. Strongly advised!“

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

“This place was highly recommended by several people in the area, including the concierge at our hotel. The place was very busy and the service was a bit off. They brought me the wrong entree but corrected it. The food was excellent and worth the wait, but the service could be improved on. Like I said, it was highly recommended so I’m hoping it was just an off night.“

“A thoughtful shared plates experience. We followed the wise recommendations of our server and were rewarded. Nice spot. Excellent yet not pretentious.“

“Just an all-around wonderful experience, I was able to pull right up sit down with my lovely puppy outside and enjoy one of the best brunches I’ve had in the long time“

“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! ;)“

“The Mule, Avocado Toast, and Scallops were very good. The prime rib was mediocre as was the mashed potatoes and squash. The service is top notch.“

“excellent service, good food, worth every penny“

“This food was delicious! The owner & chef, Keem is amazing and personable. I would visit this restaurant again 10x!“

“Wow! Probably one of my new favorite spots in DC! Literally everything we tried was phenomenal - and I think these are the best fries I've had in DC! I got Madam VP Heritage, and my husband got the Mumbai Mariachi. Our kids got the Classique Grilled Cheese, which was delicious (I want to know what bread they used) and perfectly balanced with the ham and Swiss. We finished our meal with the alfajores, which I didn't get a photo of because we gobbled them up. But I was incredibly impressed with the food and service. Reasonably priced (especially for where it's located), bright and airy. It is a bit small, so it would be difficult to accommodate a large group, but there's plenty of seating, and there were several folks here reading and just hanging out on a Friday mid day. I can't recommend this spot enough - as a gastroadvocacy spot, it was already intriguing enough, and the diverse (and changing) menu is exceptionally executed! Excited to come back and try more things on the menu - with a side of fries!

Vegetarian options: There are very clearly labeled vegetarian and vegan options. It's not an extensive selection, but they are delicious!

Parking: It's definitely in a difficult area to find parking since it's in the heart of the city and close to many tourist attractions.

Kid-friendliness: There is no kids menu, but it's reasonably kid friendly otherwise. Our kids really enjoyed the grilled cheese and fries and cookies. May not be suitable for children who are very picky.“

“Great food and excellent service. John was fantastic. 100% recommend“

“Had a great experience. I would definitely come back next time we are in DC.“

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

“Incredible experience. Will be returning.“

“Ty was the server who heightened our eating experience increments about the very good food. Her descriptions of items completely changed the dinner choices the three of us had after looking at the menu. Ty highlighted new items on the menu with nuance and apt descriptions. Ty answered all of our questions, paced the meal wonderfully, and ensured that our birthday celebration of a loved one was memorial. The food - a nice range of choices for cold and warm appetizers and mains and prepared with excellence.“

“My partner and I walked in at 6:30 PM on a busy Friday night without a reservation (I didn’t realize they had started taking reservations!) The host said the only options were bar seating or outdoor seating under heat lamps. We didn’t really want either of those options, but understood that since we didn’t have a reservation, we could not be very choosy. The host then kept looking at his reservation app and offered us a very nice table as long as we could be finished by 8:30 PM. We said that two hours is plenty of time! He said he felt bad that there wasn’t room for us but we assured him this was perfect and we would definitely be finished by the time he needed the table back. He was so kind and accomodating. The rest of the staff was also excellent (as always!) and the food was outstanding. I have always loved Purple Patch and will certainly return soon. Thank you PP team for being awesome!“

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“Best hotel! Beautiful place and tremendously gracious staff!“

“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“

“Incredible food and atmosphere and service 5 stars all the way“

“One of the best dining experiences in DC. Chef Jeremiah is outstanding; the meal is creative but accessible, and each course is better than the previous. We are so grateful to have Dabney in DC!“

“Love this place! Dinner is always 10/10 but service, we had Alena or elena and she was just the sweetest young lady and she knows was shes doing, and she was honest too with her recommendations! We always have a tuna and oysters! Then steak this time we shared the cowboy ribeye and added scallops which by the way is not on the menu but elena said they could do it and it was delicious!! 5 star service“

“Carlos was our waiter. He was exceptional. Food and drinks exceptional. Hope to come and dine again in the future. It's a 5“

“Good food, highly recommend the National Premium beer (dashingly crisp and dry). Service was fantastic. Feel slightly betrayed by the small portion size since the croquettes were $14. Overall, solid establishment that kept service great even late into the night (reservation was at 9pm).“

“I’m on a restricted diet and traveling for work. When I asked if they could make grilled chicken, asparagus and rice, they were happy to assist. The rice was not on the menu and the chef made a special order for me. Extremely friendly staff and so accommodating. I am extremely appreciative!“

“My wife and I recently had an amazing experience at Jônt. The whole thing, from the counter seating and loud music, to the phenomenal staff I 10/10 recommend. The food was unique and so fun to try. Every bite may not be a hit for everyone, but like i said it’s fun to try.“

“The food, the service (especially), the atmosphere, the important mission--I recommend them all. I dined solo at the Ballston location last night and hope to return on future trips.“

“Nice atmosphere . Troy was a great host/server.“

“Delicious neighborhood haunt.“

“Had my first brunch at Sequoia and it was just as nice as a summer day! The venue alone already counts a lot, the food was great! We had a swirl margarita which was really good, and we ordered two dishes to share and the sizes were pretty good for two people. Their guaca with chips is also really tasty! Plus you get the beautiful view from the Potomac. It was perfect!“

“Great service and excellent food!“

“My partner and I came from Buffalo, NY to try this place after tons of reviews. TB did NOT disappoint! The Tom Tarts, mimosas, chicken biscuits, every single thing we had AND the customer service— top tier! All of it! We will absolutely be back and look forward to placing our order with you for our bridal shower! Thank you for the awesome experience!“

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

“Restaurant was clean! Service was amazing! Queen our server was amazing! Good portions for majority of the foods. However, for the scallop dish was small and the scallops were over cooked and bland. Everyone else enjoyed their food! The drinks were amazing, the pizza appetizer bread was amazing! We were celebrating a few of
our bdays and the restaurant so generously gave us a complementary s’mores pie! Yumm! The apple pie was awesome too, so good! Loved the buttery flavor! Loved the photo opp in the basement but the bathrooms are very inconvenient to be located down there. They do have a single unisex stall upstairs but it’s not always available. I would for sure eat here again! I would just try something different.“

“The manager went above and beyond! I requested almond milk for my latte and they didn’t have any so she walked down the street and bought some 😊. The service was awesome and the food was phenomenal.“

“Great food and service was excellent.“

“We had 3 different lunch mains (shrimp, salmon, chicken) and all were excellent. The service was adequate, but not as good as expected at this price point. Overall we had a nice meal, but if value were an option, it would be 3 or 4 stars for that component.“

“Our server Devin was AMAZING AND TRULY A GEM! Stuart the manager was also AMAZING AND SO INVITING. I watched everyone around me and every employee including managers were helping each other. I’ve been around the world and ate at a lot of Hard Rocks while in the Navy from Bahrain, to Singapore to Hawaii, Foxwoods Connecticut,Las Vegas, and even more and this was an AMAZING EXPERINCE! This is one of the BEST Hard Rock Cafes if not the best!“

“Food was amazing! So flavorful… And the band was superb! But the service wasn’t great 2/5 ⭐️👎“

“Very welcoming from the time we walked in the door. Had the Bison filet and it was perfect. The entire staff was on point with everything. Great for a date night or to bring the family out for dinner! Can’t wait to come again“

“Great vegan options, great coffee, great vibe. great folks, great book offerings & STICKERS From outta state but thrilled we found this spot!!“

“Unforgettable Dining Experience at Bresca: A Culinary Journey of East Meets Words can't fully express how much I enjoyed dining at Bresca. From the moment you walk in, you're enveloped in a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels both like a cozy neighborhood bistro and a place of refined elegance. The decor, with its green moss walls and charming goldfish decorations, is fun, creative, bright, and relaxing. The service was exceptional. Our sommelier was knowledgeable and helpful, recommending a Reserva Rioja that paired perfectly with our dry-aged duck and wagyu beef. Our server, Matt, provided impeccable service. Despite our group of eight, all plates were cleared at once, and all dishes were served simultaneously. When one guest went to the bathroom, Matt held the plates to keep them warm and served them upon their return. What I loved most was Chef Ryan Ratino’s creativity in transforming humble dishes by combining the best of Eastern and Western culinary traditions to elevate classic French cuisine. My favorite dish of the night was the Potato Pierogi. The snap pea and ricotta filling was velvety, with the snap pea perfectly reflecting Chef Ryan’s passion for seasonal ingredients. The whole plate sang of summer. The Diver Scallop dish was another standout, with the crunch of hazelnuts and the umami brought out by Japanese ingredients such as kombu and shiso. If no one had been watching, I could have picked up the plate and licked every drop of the sauce—it was that good! At the end of the day, food brings people together. I dined here with a group of businessmen from Taiwan for the Select USA summit, and we were all thrilled with our choice. Everyone agreed it was one of the best meals they had ever had in the USA. Thank you, Chef Ryan, Manager Tobias Froehlich, and Matt, for making this an unforgettable experience. Bresca is truly a place where memories are made.“

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

“great food and great service! our waitress Lydia was amazing! we had pizza and wings! fabulous!“

“Food was very good and the entertainment was terrific. Great atmosphere“