Nicholas Stefanelli's Philotimo. Photo by Deb Lindsey
Known for Italian cuisine at Masseria and Officina, chef Nicholas Stefanelli celebrates his Greek heritage at Philotimo, a new restaurant in downtown DC. Grupo 7 designed the interiors, where handcrafted rope chandeliers glow above linen banquettes and wooden tables overlooking an open kitchen. 1100 15th Street, NW; 202-390-1300. philotimodc.com