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These MD, DC Hotel Restaurants Among The Best In U.S.

​Three of the best hotel restaurants in the country are located in Maryland and Washington, D.C., according to OpenTable.

Three of the best hotel restaurants in the country are located in Maryland and Washington, D.C., according to the online reservation service OpenTable.

Hotel restaurants included in OpenTable’s roundup are:

Azumi, Baltimore

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  • 4.7-star rating out of 2,116 reviews
  • OpenTable reviewers say Azumi dazzles with "amazing food" and a "great vibe," boasting an exquisite menu that includes "top quality sushi" and "delicious hand rolls." The restaurant's "beautiful ambiance" offers stunning views of the Inner Harbor, enhancing the dining experience.

Bourbon Steak - Four Seasons Washington DC

  • 4.8-star rating out of 3,954 reviews
  • OpenTable reviewers celebrate Bourbon Steak for its "amazing food" and "impeccable service." It's a top choice for special occasions, offering a "luxurious experience" with a "perfect ambiance."

The Bazaar by José Andrés, Washington, D.C.

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  • 4.7-star rating out of 1,327 reviews
  • OpenTable reviewers say The Bazaar by José Andrés offers a "truly unique experience" with "fantastic flavors" and "innovative" dishes that delight diners. The "gorgeous" ambiance of the Waldorf Astoria enhances the "exceptional" service.

“Recently, hotel owners have seen the value in not only having restaurants as an amenity for their guests, but also in being a culinary destination for locals and even travelers staying elsewhere,” Chef Stephanie Izard of the Cabra–Chicago, Boka Restaurant Group told OpenTable.

“Travelers have so many options of places to stay, culinary offerings are a big part of making that choice,” she said.

OpenTable and KAYAK consumer research surveys show 73 percent of Americans would book the same hotel again because of the dining experience in its restaurant. Among other findings:

  • 58 percent of Americans feel that hotel restaurant offerings have gotten better over time due to the quality of food (60 percent), atmosphere (57 percent), and service (56 percent);
  • 47 percent of Americans have booked a trip to visit a specific restaurant.; and
  • 45 percent of Americans have found themselves posting more about their restaurant meals than the sights on their trip.

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