Food Where to Eat Near the National Mall Refuel with pizza, ramen, tapas, and more. Bantam King, Carmine's, China Chilcano, DaikayaMarch 25, 2026
Food Stephen Starr’s Revival of the Occidental Is Certainly Chic—but Is it Delicious? The restaurateur brings new life—and excellent martinis—to a historic DC restaurant. Restaurant review, Stephen Starr, The OccidentalJune 12, 2025
Food Stephen Starr Resurrects a Storied Hotel Restaurant One Block From the White House The Occidental is a glamorous throwback with Cold War-era dishes and cold martinis. DC Restaurant Openings, Starr Restaurant Group, The Occidental, The Willard InterContinental HotelMarch 4, 2025
