The Bazaar by José Andrés Washington

The Bazaar by José Andrés is at 1100 Pennsylvania Ave NW, a ten-minute walk from the White House. It holds a 2024 Wine Spectator Excellence Award for a menu focused on fusion and creative techniques. The room runs smart and elegant, maintaining a register that feels distinct from the casual spots found across the National Mall.

Many restaurants in the capital treat their proximity to federal landmarks as a reason to coast, but this kitchen commits to technical ambition that keeps it ahead of its neighbours. While others near the National Museum of American History rely on predictable standards to capture tourist foot traffic, this menu treats its fusion premise as a rigorous exercise rather than a catch-all category. Choose this over nearby options if you want your dinner to match the ambition of the architecture outside.