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The Inn at Little Washington

$$$$Restaurant · American

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Two Michelin stars anchor American cooking elevated to the level of art in Virginia.

American cooking reaches rarified heights here, where two Michelin stars and a La Liste nod confirm what seasoned diners already know: this is a kitchen working at the summit of craft and ambition. The execution is precise, the hospitality gracious, and the experience worth building a night around when you're in Virginia.

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Charted by Best Chef Awards · Forbes Travel Guide · La Liste · Michelin Guide · OAD Top Restaurants · World's 50 Best Restaurants· Last verified 2026-07-11