Iron Gate Inn - Chosen for the atmosphere (though the food is great too) this place is ideal in the summer - and ask to be seated outside - you won't believe you are in the middle of Washington, DC. Moderate to expensive. 1734 N Street, NW, (202) 737-1370

Tabard Inn - The restaurant itself is charming and serves classically prepared food - the romantic part is in the lounge snuggled in front of the fireplace. Just lovely. Moderate to expensive. 1739 N Street, NW (202) 331-8528

Sequoia - Though this restaurant is enormous, so you definitely won't get that intimate feeling, the view of the waterfront is spectacular. They have outdoor seating when appropriate. Moderate to expensive. 3000 K Street, NW (202) 944-4920

Sky Terrace - the perfect place to end an evening. Have drinks or dessert on top of this hotel (Hotel Washington) at night - the view is spectacular. The restaurant also serves dinner but it is nothing special. 515 15th street, NW ( 202)638-5900

Marrakesh - An unusual experience - not for first dates. This restaurant was included because the atmosphere is unusual and dinner is served in several courses, taking about three hours to complete. The food is Moroccan, there are no utensils and there is a belly dancer. Moderately priced, but watch how much you drink due to the extended time for dinner! 617 New York Avenue, NW, (202) 393-9393

Old Angler's Inn- This place has it all, the food, the setting and the atmosphere. Closed Mondays, serving lunch and dinner Tuesday - Saturday, Sunday brunch. 10801 Macarthur Boulevard, Potomac, MD (301)299-9097