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Washington DC

Albi

Restaurant

Why we point you here

Middle Eastern cooking in Washington that's earned one Michelin star and a James Beard Outstanding Chef award.

Middle Eastern cooking in Washington doesn't get more carefully watched than this: one Michelin star as of 2025 and a James Beard Outstanding Chef honor the year before. The accolades speak to technique and vision both, worth the detour when you're looking for something serious.

Accolades

  • 2025No. 34

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Charted by North America's 50 Best Restaurants· Last verified 2026-06-07