Anonymous
Post 12/12/2011 11:18     Subject: Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
We loved Birch and Barley.
Anonymous
Post 12/09/2011 19:32     Subject: Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
How about Al Tiramisu?
Anonymous
Post 12/09/2011 14:37     Subject: Re:Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
I like to take out of town guests to Old Ebbitt. Classic American food, Great raw bar, great service and not that expensive. After take them to the top of the W hotel (used to be Washington Hotel) for a night cap and best view of DC.

Anonymous
Post 12/09/2011 14:21     Subject: Re:Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
People like American Tap Room in Bethesda although I haven't been. Cafe Deluxe is good, although not lowly lit. What about Clydes in Friendship Heights? It's a nice space and the food is always surprisingly good. The 7th street one is nice too. Georgetown is a little less deluxe.
Anonymous
Post 12/09/2011 13:06     Subject: Re:Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
Thanks all!! Great suggestions.
Anonymous
Post 12/09/2011 12:03     Subject: Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
I would second Dino, or Palena Cafe might be a good option too. I think Central and maybe some of the others are a little pricier than what OP requested.
Anonymous
Post 12/09/2011 11:03     Subject: Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
Love Bibiana.
Anonymous
Post 12/08/2011 15:58     Subject: Re:Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
Grapeseed in Bethesda
Anonymous
Post 12/08/2011 15:51     Subject: Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
Dinos in Cleveland Park? They have a few more expensive items, but most entrees are <$20, and they have meal deals: $39 for 3 courses and a glass of wine.
Anonymous
Post 12/08/2011 15:11     Subject: Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
Toscana near Union Station
Anonymous
Post 12/08/2011 14:15     Subject: Re:Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
PP here -- Central is an even better choice, and I also agree with Bibiana.
Anonymous
Post 12/08/2011 14:14     Subject: Re:Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
Posto in Logan Circle? It's not "cheap" but on par with Founding Farmers.
Anonymous
Post 12/08/2011 14:12     Subject: Re:Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
Central
Filomena
Bibiana
Zaytinya
Brasserie Beck
Oya
Anonymous
Post 12/08/2011 13:56     Subject: Re:Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
try the cheap eats section from Washingtonian.com
Anonymous
Post 12/08/2011 11:30     Subject: Please help. Looking for the best AFFORDABLE restaurant in DC that still has nice ambiance.
I'm looking for a nice place to take friends coming to visit but can't afford to treat everyone for $25-$30 entrees. Looking for a nice "new" American, Italian or Seafood restaurant, nice low-lit setting but not pretentious, in DC or Bethesda.

For example, Founding Farmers would be a good option but they're booked.

Please help with suggestions!