Balos Estiatorio

With two large rooms dotted with olive trees and decorated with wall hangings and fine pottery, you might just convince yourself that you've left DC for this restaurant's namesake— an idyllic location on Crete. This impressive spot from three friends offers a roll call of Greek favorites (think spanakopita and citrus-toned avgolemono). Choose meats from the grill or regional fish grilled with ladolemono and capers flown in from Greece. There's always the classic chicken souvlaki with wonderful, salty pita bread and creamy tzatziki, but it's those Greek fries that win your heart every time. Of course, when dessert comes around, it's no question: baklava with iced Greek yogurt for the win. Greek wines round out the experience.