15 Ria Restaurant is easy to decode. It's located at 1515 Rhode Island Avenue in downtown Washington and offers fresh, seasonal and local produce to its group of loyal patrons which consist of families, friends or colleagues on the lookout for tasty and contemporary American fare with a refreshing twist. The decor is based on an interesting George Washington theme and diners can enjoy the outdoor terrace when the weather is fine. They also have an intimate bar and lounge for those times when you just want to linger with a drink.

Their menu is packed with flavor and offers a starter of candied pecans with sherry shallot vinaigrette, an appetizer of beef short ribs with sautéed spinach and truffle mashed potatoes. Follow up with an entree of braised lamb shank with roasted corn polenta, baby carrots and natural jus. Wines are typically Californian and are available by the glass, but try not to miss their signature cocktails such as blueberry smash with Bacardi Limón, fresh mint and blueberries.