Rarely does a restaurant swagger onto the scene like this wood-fired Italian hot spot from Unconventional Diner duo Eric Eden and David Deshaies. Murano-glass chandeliers hanging from Manhattan-high ceilings are a glam backdrop to a dinner that feels like a party. Boisterous tables indulge in 40-layer short-rib-and-truffle lasagna and Maine lobster Thermidor. Friends nibble on
Looking to get out of the kitchen this Thanksgiving? Procrastinators, you’re in luck: several solid places still have reservations available (or did when this was published). If I were sticking around town this year, here’s where I’d consider booking for a turkey dinner, both traditional and not. Annabelle 2132 Florida Ave., NW The elegant Dupont Still need turkey day plans? These restaurants still have reservations.