Washington, DC is a city that runs on power lunches, and as Albert Einstein once wisely said, "An empty stomach is not a good political advisor."
Lunch is the meal when America's movers and shakers mull over some of the country's most important decisions, all while chowing down on delicious — albeit pricey — fare.
These are the 17 restaurants where you're bound to spot a Washington, DC big shot any given day of the week.
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Bourbon Steak
Bourbon Steak is chic, modern, and everything you would expect from a steakhouse at the Four Seasons. The lunch menu has a selection of burgers, including an all-American wagyu and an oak-fired prime steak.
Lunch at Bourbon Steak wouldn't be complete without a side of their duck fat fries.
Fiola
When Congress is in session, you'll be sure to see some DC big shots at this modern Italian restaurant. Fiola takes the trattoria concept to the next level with its prix-fixe, three-course power lunch menu.
A lunchtime favorite is their Nova Scotia lobster ravioli.
Occidental Grill & Seafood
Dine like a statesman at this upscale seafood and grill restaurant that is just a stone's throw away from the White House. The walls are plastered with pictures of the country's most famous celebrities and powerful leaders.
Lunch regulars will tell you that the jumbo lump crab cake is the way to go.
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