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The Inn at Little Washington

$$$$Restaurant · American

Why we point you here

Two Michelin stars anchor American cooking elevated to the level of art in Virginia.

American cooking reaches rarified heights here, where two Michelin stars and a La Liste nod confirm what seasoned diners already know: this is a kitchen working at the summit of craft and ambition. The execution is precise, the hospitality gracious, and the experience worth building a night around when you're in Virginia.

Accolades

2025Michelin Guide
2026La Liste
2002World's 50 Best Restaurants
2026Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards

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Charted by Best Chef Awards · Forbes Travel Guide · La Liste · Michelin Guide · OAD Top Restaurants · Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards · World's 50 Best Restaurants· Last verified 2026-08-06