More than 200 D.C.-area eateries will offer specials to entice diners Washington’s Restaurant Week starts again Monday, with more than 200 area establishments participating in the summer edition of this biannual promotion by offering discounted three-course fixed-price lunch and dinner menus.

“It’s very important to put your best foot forward,” said Ris Lacoste, owner of and head chef at RIS. The restaurant, located in D.C.’s West End, opened back in December. “There are many benefits. It’s a win-win.”