The price and location of this restaurant made this a draw.

Those from Silver Spring and beyond can head to this cozy cocktail bar.

Brunch favorite The Pig draws some out-of-towners.

Those who plan ahead can get a reservation and take guests to Rasika (or its sister restaurant).

Georgia Brown's is a DC institution for soul food and jazz brunch.

Multiple readers bring friends and family to Estadio for buzz, cocktails and tapas.

Suburban readers who want something a little upscale and classy have 2941 as an option.

If you have visitors who don't mind a wait, Toki Underground's a fine choice to show off DC's current scene.

Show off DC's craft cocktail scene in a casual atmosphere at The Passenger.

J&G's proximity to touristy sights make it a solid choice to bring out-of-towners who aren't on a budget.

Blue Duck Tavern's new menu and brunch options are points in its favor.

For some, a trip to DC would not be complete without a late-night stop at Ben's.

Crabs are an iconic DC-area food, and Cantler's is worth the drive.

It's good enough for Obama — and it's good enough for out of town guests with a burger craving.

For a taste of DC soul food, Oohh's and Aahhs is the place.

Out of town guests can become converts when it comes to BonChon's addictive chicken (multiple locations).

Fried chicken, cocktails and more bring in the crowds at Founding Farmers.

To really show off DC cuisine, Ethiopian food needs to be on the itinerary. Ethiopic is in the running for the city's best.