Restaurants choices in DC?

My girlfriend and i have a anniversary coming up in April and since we both are slightly into Baseball and we don't get to spend much time out together, as we go to two different colleges about 2 hours apart and only see each other on weekend, I thought it would be nice to go catch the Washington National's game on our anniversary. It is an afternoon game, so I was looking for a restaurant in the DC area with good food that is good for a date night out, without a strict dress code, as we will be coming from the game. What are some of your favorite places in DC that would fit that criteria. Thanks for sharing your opinions.Restaurants choices in DC?
pf changs, ruth chris' steakhouse, or the melting pot. melting pot is amazing.. casual wear as well.
La Reve in Georgetown!Restaurants choices in DC?
melting pot is really great but expensive about $80 to $90 for the two of u not including drinks and tip.
The Source by Wolfgang Puck - at Newseum. There is casual dining in the bar/lounge downstairs and folks who've been at Newseum all day dine there so the dress code is very flexible and jeans and a polo would be fine: http://www.wolfgangpuck.com/restaurants/鈥?/a> (This restaurant was ranked #3 in the DC area by Washingtonian Magazine and features Asian Fusion cuisine.)



Palena Cafe - this is upscale food in a casual atmosphere - Italian way beyond your typical spaghetti and meatballs - James Beard award winning chef Frank Ruta offers his incredible dishes in the cafe as opposed to only in the fine dining restaurant Palena. They have a wood-burning oven and grill and everything is delicious! http://www.palenarestaurant.com/cafe.htm鈥?/a> (#18 by Washingtonian)



If you guys are into wine... try Proof: http://www.proofdc.com/index.php You can do all small plates or whatever... and they encourage you to share dishes which is always a bonus plan when you want to try a bit of everything :) (#27 by Washingtonian)



2Amys if you want wine, small plates and the best pizza known to man: http://2amyspizza.com/ (#28 Washingtonian but best pizza in the world no doubt!)



Jaleo http://www.jaleo.com/ This is Jose Andres Spanish Tapas and he's a magician in the kitchen - has several restaurants in the DC area - smart casual dress - lots of fun and great food. (#32 Washingtonian)



If you like Southern flavors, try upscale comfort food at Art and Soul: http://www.artandsouldc.com/ A James Beard award winner (twice) Chef-Owner Art Smith is a loving creator of southern classic flavors into upscale food. He also does Happy Hour wine/small plate pairings and the vibe here is warm and comfy. (#88 to Washingtonian, but should be ranked higher in my personal opinion)



Some of my personal favorite places are Lebanese Taverna: http://www.lebanesetaverna.com/ (I love the food and if you go once, you're family there!)



Also for seafood Tony and Joe's: http://www.tonyandjoes.com/ where everything is fresh, fresh, fresh and they're on the water so you have a great view...



Tony Cibel (of Tony and Joe's) also owns Nick's Riverside Grille: http://www.nicksriversidegrille.com/ and The Dancing Crab: http://www.thedancingcrab.com/ The Dancing Crab has been featured on Food Network and is probably the most casual of all of the restaurants but you can't go wrong with any of them if you're a seafood lover like me.



Enjoy your anniversary!