Top Best Seafood Restaurants in Gaithersburg

"With gorgeous views of the Potomac River and a seafood market counter to evoke a Mediterranean feel, this restaurant can not be missed. Opened in early 2014, this is the third restaurant Chef Fabio Trabocchi has opened in the district and it continues to be must-go destination for foodies. Menus change daily based on fresh ingredient availability so be sure to check out their website before you make a reservation."

"The name means “star of the sea,” and swanky seafood restaurant Fiola Mare lives up to the hype with spectacular views of the Georgetown waterfront. The clientele is indeed star-powered; Michelle and Barack Obama have been spotted here. Of course, reviewers appreciate the outdoor seating and waterfront views, with “nice outdoor seating perfect for social distancing” according to one Google user."

"Located right on the waterfront in Georgetown, Fiola Mare is the seafood-centric sibling of Fiola, featuring some of the freshest fish in the District. With outdoor seating when it's warm, you can dine with a gorgeous view of the Kennedy Center and the Monuments."

"One of D.C.’s most beloved sushi restaurants is offering its seafood-centric menu to go. Box sets for two start at $100 for the kaiseki box set, which includes an assortment of sushi and sashimi, as well as composed entrees. To really ramp up a celebration, spring for the custom omakase set, starting at $250 for a chef’s selection of the freshest fish available."

"5 out of 5 stars Restaurants Dupont Circle. Sushi Taro underwent a major renovation in 2009, becoming an upmarket Kaiseki-style traditional Japanese restaurant under owner Nobu Yamazaki. In a kaiseki-style meal, diners don’t order off a menu."

"This luxurious American restaurant is set in a renovated Federal house with six dining rooms, each fashioned with antiques, period equestrian and historical prints, and Limoges china. The romance carries on through to the seasonal menu which sees upscale creations like Nantucket Bay scallop crudo, and butter-poached lobster."

"Located in an 18th-century federal townhouse, 1789 is divided into five themed dining rooms with fireplaces and period furniture, and the setting makes this a premiere dining experience presided over by chef Nathan Beauchamp.[Learn more]"

"4 out of 5 stars Restaurants Contemporary American Dupont Circle. Offering a daily rotation of oysters on the half shell, Hank’s has become a serious contender among Washington raw bar destinations. For this reason alone, a visit is worthwhile."

"Hank’s Oyster Bar keeps us coming back for more with their always-great seafood brunch. They have fresh and local oysters on the menu, seasonal fish, and best of all, an amazing crab cake. We love this place for any meal of the day, but it absolutely delivers as one of the best brunch spots in DC."

"The watchword is simplicity at this chic take on the shellfish shacks of New England. A half-dozen oyster varieties are available daily on the...Read More"

"If you’re looking for somewhere to catch up with friends over some great wine and food, Quarterdeck is an outstanding choice. Its laid-back atmosphere and friendly service puts you at ease from the get-go, while the seasonal menu of seafood classics is guaranteed to impress. Highlights include Chesapeake Crab Soup, Steamed Blue Crabs, Peel and Eat Shrimp, and Crab Hush Puppies."

"Offering all the best in Arlington seafood, the whole family will find something to enjoy at Quarterdeck. Enjoy a “peel and eat” shrimp starter with your party, and of course, Maryland crab legs are a must. Outdoor seating is available for the perfect socially distanced seafood meal!"

"This blue crab destination is tucked away in Arlington’s Fort Meyer neighborhood, with a low-key outdoor patio perfect for messy crab feasts. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Quarterdeck VA (@quarterdeckva)"

"3 out of 5 stars Restaurants Seafood Northwest. Owned and run by renowned culinary pair Ann Cashion (chef) and John Fulchino, Johnny’s relocated to Adams Morgan a few years ago. The restaurant has stayed the same, though: it’s famous for its super high-grade seafood ingredients, from oysters on the half shell to sea scallops lightly sauteed and served with roasted vegetables and a lemon caper sauce."

"Originally, Johnny’s Half Shell was located on Capitol Hill, but it has now moved to Adams Morgan. At the helm of this restaurant is award-winning chef Ann Cashion, who prepares refined dishes that highlight the stunning flavors of seafood. Each of the dishes is beautifully presented, so you begin eating with your eyes before your mouth."

"restaurant has a storied history, relocating to its current home in Adams Morgan after years on Capitol Hill. It’s now the place to find James Beard Foundation Award-winning chef Ann Cashion’s refined seafood dishes such as broiled fluke, salmon two ways with caviar, grilled rockfish, and a fine gumbo."

"An outpost of the home-style Spanish restaurant that José Andrés’s ThinkFoodGroup introduced inside its New York food hall replaced the Jaleo on Bethesda Row in May. Huevos rotos — runny fried eggs served over fried potatoes and jamón, blood sausage, or skinny chistorra sausage — can please a crowd. Customers who seek a deeper understanding of the foods that make Andrés nostalgic will want to try fabada Asturiana, a meaty white bean stew, or arroz a la Cubana, a plate of rice, lacy fried eggs, and ibérico pork sausage served with sweet tomato sauce."

"Argentta Spa is a modern spa that combines luxury and relaxation to pamper you with cutting-edge treatments and opulent service. Its therapies are beautifully and carefully designed to your every need as a respite from regular life. Argentta, a 12,500 square foot spa and wellness center on Level B3 of The Watergate Hotel, is offered exclusively to hotel guests, spa guests, and club members."

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"For those of us lacking a green thumb or ones who can grown anything, the U.S. Botanic Garden is the spot to see an amazing array of living plants from many different areas. Dating back to the 19th century, the museum is divided into three separate sections: the Conservatory showcasing displays and exhibits including jungle, Hawaii and endangered plants, the National Garden highlighting a regional and butterfly garden and Bartholdi Park housing the historic, cast iron fountain."

"With all of its vintage theaters and gleaming government buildings, you might not expect Washington, DC to have a lot of greenery. However, the United States Botanic Garden would prove you wrong. It’s a natural oasis in the middle of an urban landscape, and it’s hands-down one of the best places to visit in the city."

"The United States Botanic Garden is next to the Capitol Building. This is a great place to photograph flowers and plants. United States Botanic Gardens by Katja Schulz / CC BY 2.0"

"Couple in Rock Creek Park - Free Outdoor Activities in Washington, DC. Walk, jog or bike with your love through the rustic expanse of 2,100 acres that comprise Rock Creek Park. The historic park also includes attractions such as Peirce Mill and the Old Stone House, as well as a nature center, riding stables, tennis courts, a golf course, picnic areas and playing fields."

"Take a deep breath in crisp, clear air when you visit Rock Creek Park. It’s one of the most beautiful places to go in Washington, DC, and thanks to careful conservation efforts by the community, it’s also one of the best sites for escaping the smog of the city. Water glides over the rocks in cold, clear streams."

"Rock Creek Park is near the National Zoo, Hillwood Estate Museum and Gardens. If you are interested in visiting any or all of these places, it might be worth renting a room in the area and then either driving into DC or taking the Metro. Rock Creek Park is a national park with 1,754 acres to explore."

"This national historic site in Washington DC was established in 1965 and consists of several structures and places that are of historical, cultural, and aesthetic value. Among the notable structures and places that consist of this historic site are the White House, United States Capitol, Treasury Building, Federal Triangle, Old Pension Office Building, Peace Monument and more. The Pennsylvania Avenue is used to name the site because it serves as the heart of this historic site."

"One of America’s most famous streets, Pennsylvania Avenue, is also a National Parks Service Unit. Also included in this unit is the Old Post Office Tower, with stunning views of Washington from atop the clocktower (it’s the 2nd highest public lands accessible point in Washington.)"