The 40 Best Restaurants in and around D.C.
We are truly honored to be included in Tom Sietsema’s 2025 Fall Dining Guide—his final guide as restaurant critic for The Washington Post after 26 remarkable years. Cover photo taken by Scott Suchman.
Honored Beyond Words
We’re deeply grateful to be named one of Tom Sietsema’s Top 40 in his final Fall Dining Guide for The Washington Post after 26 remarkable years. Being part of his farewell list is a privilege and a moment we’ll never forget.
Thank you, Tom Sietsema, for spending decades truly seeing restaurants—learning our stories, noticing the small details, and reminding us (especially through the hardest years) that what we do matters. You didn’t just review meals; you recognized the care, consistency, and heart behind every plate.
“I tend to settle at the bar, one of the best in the area and serious about the craft.”
A Visit at NUE
Your visit to NUE—and the way you understood our mission to reimagine Vietnamese tradition—meant everything. You saw beyond the food to identity, heritage, and the bridge we’re building between two worlds.
We’re humbled to stand alongside so many chefs, teams, and restaurants we admire. We’ll keep cooking with heart, serving with care, and making every visit feel special.
Appreciation for All
And to our guests, thank you for your support and for letting us cook with heart and serve with care, every day.
With gratitude,
Our team at NUE