Cherry blossom season: Washington diners’ happy time

The five best spots to enjoy the festivities

Server Houssam Abbari with guests in the dining room at Mita Restaurant photographed March 30, 2024 in Washington, DC.
Buzzy vegan spot Mita recently earned a Michelin star
(Image credit: Scott Suchman / The Washington Post / Getty Images)

As spring arrives in our nation’s capital, more than 3,000 cherry trees are ready to burst into pink or white blossoms, said Vinciane Ngomsi and Tierney Plumb in Eater. “For Washingtonians, it’s a time of celebration,” and bars and restaurants promote the spirit by offering cherry blossom specials. Below, five of the best spots to enjoy the festivities.

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