Eater writers and editors always get the same question. Friends, family, acquaintances, and randos all want to know, “Where should I eat right now?” That’s where the Eater Heatmap enters the conversation, pointing diners toward the most intriguing or otherwise buzzworthy new restaurants in the D.C. area. This list considers restaurants that have been open for six months or less. For our map of the D.C. area’s 38 essential restaurants, go here.
New to the list: Pascual, for daring Mexican dishes on Capitol Hill, Joia, for smash burgers and ube ice cream in Mt. Pleasant, and Little Chicken, for a bright pink poultry pad at the Wharf.
Leaving the list: Surreal, Grazie Mille, Equinox on 19th, Maple Room
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