Rose’s Luxury

Rose's Luxury is chef Aaron Silverman's restaurant on 8th Street SE, in a converted townhouse on Capitol Hill. It describes itself as a Michelin-starred restaurant, and it has a following among locals for food that is inventive without being formal, served in a relaxed and friendly setting.

The menus change, but they lean towards playful, eclectic cooking that borrows from many cuisines. The restaurant's site highlights dishes such as its lychee salad, an English pea cake, popcorn crème brûlée and a coconut and caviar dish, which gives a sense of the style: familiar ideas taken in unexpected directions. Ask your server for guidance, as the menu is designed for sharing a range of plates.

The building is part of the experience. Besides the main dining room there is an upstairs bar, private rooms and a roof garden, which is a pleasant place to eat in warmer months. Reservations for dinner and for the roof garden are both made through Resy. Book as early as you can, as tables are in demand. Confirm opening hours when you book.

Rose's Luxury suits couples, food lovers and small groups who enjoy trying something new. It is a good special-occasion meal that does not require formal dress. Allow around two hours for dinner. The restaurant also offers catering and an in-home dining option through a separate service, and it runs a goodwill programme supporting the community.

The restaurant is on the stretch of 8th Street SE known as Barracks Row, a short walk from Eastern Market and the shops and pubs of Capitol Hill. Eastern Market Metro station is a few minutes away on foot. It works well after a visit to the Capitol or the Library of Congress, followed by a walk through the residential streets of the neighbourhood. Mention any allergies when you book, and ask whether the roof garden is open on your date if you would like to eat outside.

If you are visiting at the weekend, combining dinner here with a morning at Eastern Market makes a good day on Capitol Hill. The area is quieter than downtown and has many smaller bars for a drink before or after your meal.