Ahhh all the feels for this restaurant! It's centrally located so please use public transportation. They have a covered outside area and the street seating as well. My gf and I had reservations and were quickly seated upon arrival. Let's get into it what's not to love about brunch! You get all the starting tapas and can order you main course as you're ready! Plus you get unlimited mimosas or Bloody Mary's. It's a win win! The food is phenomenal and reminds me of the local authentic Turkish cuisine! So the chef is definitely on to something! Can't wait to come back for dinner. read more

Agora DC - Tapas - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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First of all, Vedat is an amazing server, and Agora is a wonderful restaurant! The spread sampler is one of my favorite dishes in the city. Each one unique accompanied by what I think is the best fresh pita I have ever had. If you don't get this to share, you are doing it all wrong. The grilled octopus is perfect. My favorite dish of the night. Tender without being mushy with the right amount of smoky char. SO DELICIOUS. The beef dumplings are also very good, with a buttery tomato sauce underneath and a cool yogurt sauce on top to cool everything down. Large portion too for the price. I highly recommend this little gem on 17th. GO AGORA. read more

This is a decent place to get Mediterranean food, but I would not come here again. Food - Decent, the manti was good, but nothing worth dying for. Service - Very slow and horrible even Parking - There is a parking lot nearby. Overall, this place has gotten worse every time I get here. I'm not sure if the management changed or something. read more

I enjoyed a fabulous dinner at Agora in early September. The space has been recently renovated and the atmosphere for dinner was very elegant. We dined inside and it was the perfect date night spot We each had a cocktail, I ordered the "Instabul bey" which is tequila based and it was lovely. For food we ordered the following; Warm goat cheese Mixed cheese flat bread (pideler) Borek Brussel sprouts Scallops And of course allll the pita bread! Each dish was super delicious. I really liked how the Brussels sprouts had a tahini drizzle and also paired with blackberries. The flavors were very complimentary. You can never go wrong with the cheese flatbread and the added dates were a great sweetness burst. Highly recommend agora DC For a date night or group event (dinner or brunch!) read more

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We happen upon this restaurant on our visit to Washington DC. The granddaughter thought it looked adventurous and she loves the foodie adventure so we went in. It turns out to be a tapas style restaurant, so we ordered some hummus and saganaki. the lighting of the cheese did not disappoint and the grandkids were amazed. We ordered several more plates, including kebabs, mixed mushrooms. Pita and the olive oil was amazing. But I think our favorite was the Monti. Little meat dumplings in an amazing sour cream yogurt sauce. At least I think that's what it was. We were there as strange time after a flight. Too late for lunch and too early for dinner, but before grocery shopping for our week in DC. But the folks were friendly and the waiter was great. Pricey! But it was fun and a great little beginning to our vacation. read more

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Skip the Agora brunch unless you're just looking to get drunk and SICK! My friends and I visited Agora (my first time) last weekend and were left unimpressed. We were promised "all-you-can-eat" but only left with champagne in our bellies. The 3 course meal was supposed to come out and we were told whatever additional we'd like to order to place it with the waiter. Alas, never once was any of our request fulfilled. We received our first course, but a measly 2nd course and a more than disappointing dessert. Numerous times our cups of champagne were filled for mimosas but never water or juice, even after the waiter was asked. More than half the party of 14 I ate with got SICK because of the lack of attention. I wouldn't recommend anyone eat here, there's plenty of bars down the street that won't cost you an arm and a leg for alcohol poisoning. read more

Honestly, I love this place. As a pseudo-regular visitor to DC, brunch at Agora is always on my itinerary. The food is so ridiculously good and for brunch it just keeps coming. The staff is efficient and friendly (and so attractive, but I digress). If I were to nitpick, the hummus is a little pine nut heavy for my ideal, but that's like saying, "the sex was good, but there weren't the right quantity of rose petals on the bed." On the flip side, the acuka and yogurt parfait would be in the menu at my last meal. Sooooo good. read more

Agora DC - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Delightful Mediterannean / Turkish brunch spot with great food, lovely drinks (of both the alcoholic and non-alcoholic variety), and fantastic service. I came with a fairly large (~15 people) group on Saturday morning for their bottomless brunch, and the experience was incredible from start to finish. Before we even arrived at the restaurant, Agora was amazingly accommodating and supportive -- we did a terrible job of planning and ended up needing to make a reservation just a few days before our planned brunch, but Agora's staff was incredibly patient and worked with us to find a time and space for us. Once we arrived, we were warmly greeted and directed to a giant table in their beautifully decorated upstairs dining room. Although we had the option to order individual items, we opted to let the server control the flow of our food, sending out waves of a series of plates that we could all share. The initial course of dips, spreads, and other appetizers was incredible, especially their hummus and smoked salmon. The entrees, which included savory options like omelettes and eggs benedicts, and sweet dishes like their gorgeous french toast, were all delightful as well. The staff was also incredibly accommodating of dietary restrictions -- I'm dairy-free, gluten-free, and pescatarian, and the restaurant was, admittedly, not particularly prepared to handle someone with so many restrictions, but our server worked with me to make sure that I had plenty of things to eat. Instead of pita, I was given fresh cucumber and carrot slices to sample their dips (mainly the hummus and acuka) with, and they removed cheese and bread from the entrees (i.e., a salmon eggs benedict without the English muffin, or a veggie omelette without cheese). It definitely wasn't the conventional Agora brunch experience, but I still loved everything and was just all-around so grateful that they were willing to swap things out for me. All in all, I could not recommend Agora enough -- $48 may be a steep price point for brunch, but you absolutely get your money's worth. The food is delicious, they have a great selection of drinks for the brunch (and if you aren't into alcohol, there are plenty of amazing alternatives, including their Turkish coffee and tea), and the service and ambiance and both incredible. This will definitely be one of my new favorite spots in Dupont! read more

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I have been eyeing this place for some time now. Finally made reservations recently for a friends bday brunch. This place was packed on a busy Saturday and there was a line out the door. We went for the bottomless brunch. It came with unlimited dishes including Bloody Marys and Mimosas. Some of the starters here were delicious. The truffled eggs, tabbouleh, smoked salmon and htipiti. Very strong Mediterranean and Turkish flavors. They have an extensive list of egg or eggs benedict dishes as well. We loved the salmon, kiymali benedicts, and the kavurmali fried eggs. Service here was great. We let our server bring out what ever she felt was best for our palette. After noticing a lot of egg and spreads we asked her to switch to more dishes with meat and she was quick to oblige. Even with a packed top floor filled with plenty of diners we got our food rather quickly and had 0 issues with any plates. This is a great place to enjoy some quality brunch options. Fun vibes and wide variety of plates. read more

The food is absolutely amazing. I had the hummus appetizer and the Octopus with Black Eyed Peas. It was all amazing. The service was great. I would definitely go back to this place when in DC again. read more

Agora DC - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We had an amazing dining experience. I came with friends for dinner and the food, drinks and service were top tier. I am so glad we were able to enjoy as a friend who has been to Tysons one raved about it. read more

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This place was really good and I wish I could have tried more dishes. My favorites were the baby eggplant and the lamb loin (agora kuzu) that came out in skewers. Service was also excellent and the interior is great for cozy, date night vibes! read more

Agora DC - Imam Bayildi, Manti - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

A delicious Mediterranean meal! My roommate and I stumbled upon this place and decided to give it a try. They were quite busy so we were fully prepared to be turned away and go find somewhere else to eat, but the hostess was determined to find us a table and so we were seated! It's the type of place where you ordered lots of dishes to share, which I love because it means you get to try so many things! We started with the hummus and saganaki, both of which were delicious! We definitely ate some hummus by the spoonful after running out of pita and I think you all should do the same. Saganaki is always fun because you get to watch cheese be lit on fire, but also it was a very tasty saganaki. After those starters we had the peynirli semsek flatbread and the grilled chicken. The flatbread was good, but the chicken was amazing. It was well-flavored and extremely juicy. The decor and vibe of this place was also great, especially at dinner time when you can really appreciate good lighting. We'll definitely be coming back to try more of their menu and perhaps to ask where they bought their light fixtures and decor :) read more

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It's been a minute since I last visited Agora so I'm pumped to tell you more about their lunch menu today.  They have an expansive covered patio, but their interior's newly renovated for those who'd like to dine indoors.  As for food options, there's a lot to choose from.  Their portions are SO much bigger than they were so keep that in mind when ordering.  I went with a friend, and we got way too much for the two of us.  It was actually borderline startling how much food we got, lol. You can't skip spreads ($8-9 a pop) so get at least one for the table or maybe even their sampler if you're with a group.  I'm a sucker for labneh so that's my dip of choice, but they do a mean hummus and baba ghanouj as well. Everything's served with freshly baked pita, and it's usually piping hot, which is a big win in my book. I remember LOVING their octopus, but they were sold out so that means I need to go back ASAP.  Everything was solid so it's hard to pick favorites, but I especially loved their mixed mushrooms, lamb chops and grilled squid.  They used like 6 different mushrooms for the medley, and the flavors were really on point.  This made for the ultimate "side," and I'd 200% get this again. The lamb could've been a little more tender, but it had this beautiful smokiness to it that I loved.  Portions were also huge so that was a plus for sure, and it came on a big bed of broccolini.  Definitely make sure to either get a side of toum or harissa for this!  It'll enhance your meal tenfold, and it's only an extra buck or two! read more

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Amazing food with laidback and friendly vibes. We had dinner sitting in the outdoor patio, and the summer breeze coupled with the soft overhead lights made for a perfect summer night in DC. COVID PRECAUTIONS: All our silverware and plates were covered in plastic wrap, which gave the impression that they take cleanliness very seriously. Tables were situated at least 6 feet away, and our waitress wore a mask and gloves. We felt very comfortable and safe dining outdoors. FOOD: Everything was five stars. The grilled chicken was roasted perfectly and had a subtle, smoky flavor. The actual meat was tender and juicy. The scallops were incredible. Sitting on a bed of delicious saffron yogurt, they had a beautiful sear on the outside and literally melted in my mouth. The ottoman rice, which included apricots, almonds, pine nuts, and shallots, was extremely flavorful. Not to get TOO sentimental, but it reminded me of a grandmother's old recipe-- filled with love and a sense of home. We topped everything off with their baklava. It came out warm and was filled with the perfect ratio of pistachio, flaky layers, and honey. Chef's kiss! read more

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I've come here multiple times for brunch and dinner! Great ambience, service, and food! read more

Agora DC - Sampler - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

An excellent meal and lovely staff and pleasant atmosphere. The dishes are delicious! We started with the sampler, and this plate not only whet our appetite but also introduced us to the kitchen's skills and specialties. Followed by grilled branzini and scallops with wonderfully robust flavors in the garlic (toum) and olive (tapenade) dipping sides. I'm DC for a few days for a school trip, I will definitely return next year! read more

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Food is great- we were a group of three people, we almost tried everything. Highly recommend the lahmacun as an appetizer / adana kebap and sis tavuk as mains. The ambiance is amazing as well. They were open in the Christmas day. read more

By far my favorite brunch in DC. All the dips are amazing and so filling!! I love that you can also order entres on the side as well. Also, the mimosas are truly bottomless and amazing service :) read more

I made an account just for this review. I had a reservation at 6:45 for 5 people. We arrived promptly and were seated in the upstairs dining room (which was empty) at a table for 4 people and said that we could just pull up a chair. I instead asked if we could be seated at any of the other THREE empty tables upstairs that were for 6 people. Given this is a family style restaurant, I knew that we would need space so I asked the hostess again if we could move tables. She said that those tables are "reserved" and that our party could not sit there... So, for our entire dinner we had to sit with plates in our laps because we could not fit everything on the table. And for the full 2 hours that we were there, the other bigger tables sat EMPTY. Horrible service. I will never go back. read more

Wow! That's all I can say. Exquisite Mediterranean cuisine and fabulous cocktails (including mocktails -- I got a grapefruit-based something that was divine!) Super friendly service and a beautiful ambiance. Designer finishes, even in the bathroom. Everything was a hit with us! Absolutely will return. read more

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Absolutely amazing!! This was one of the first restaurants I visited after moving to DC and it really set the standard. The venue itself was very chic and classy. I found myself admiring the interior decor for most of my stay. The service was also great! The food itself was incredible. This is one of those restaurants where everything on the menu looked incredible. The menu itself also had a wide range of dishes to choose from. they recommend ordering family style so we ordered the grilled chicken, the semsek flatbread , the sagnaki, and the hummus. I would recommend all of the food items, but the grilled chicken and sagnaki had my heart. I will definitely be going back! read more

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Excellent food and service was wonderful . The mocktails were delicious . Ambiance was casual .. a little noisy but that was remedied by sitting outside . Beet salad was exc as well as all dishes ordered read more

2.5/5 Came here for a quick bite and a couple drinks before a comedy show. The Complimentary bread was honestly the best tasting food item of the night. I wouldn't say the food tasted bad but for the price I would expect something that tasted a little better. The drinks were good. read more

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I love the garlic butter sauce that came with the meal. Chicken was nice and seasoned.. read more

Agora DC - Grilled Chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Every single thing we ate was delicious. Our waitstaff was very attentive and the atmosphere was perfect read more

Agora DC - Raki - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Most delicious mediterranean food I've ever had in the DMV ...perfect for group so you can try a lot of things and share everything. Make sure to make reservations and enjoy not only the food but also the ambiance.. thanks you Usman for the excellent service and amazing recommendations definitely coming back with friends . read more

I came here for the all you can eat brunch and I am so happy I finally tried this place. It is a family style type of brunch which felt so unique and I absolutely loved it. They first came with a bunch of appetizers to share with the table and everything was delicious. My personal favorite was the greek yogurt with honey. It was the perfect balance of sweet and tart. If you ate it with the roasted red pepper sauce... it was an explosion of flavor in your mouth. I ordered the salmon egg benedict for my main and it was great. The salmon was perfectly smoked and the yolk was runny. Honestly, by this point I ate so much that I was so full, but I still finished it. Another one of my favorites was the french toast. It was perfectly sweet and if you paired it with the yogurt sauce it made it 100 times better. Another favorite of mine was the deviled eggs. They were simple, but something about a creamy egg for brunch was perfect. I absolutely loved the service here. Everything came so quickly and honestly they just kept the food coming. I can't wait to bring friends here so they can enjoy it too! read more

Agora DC - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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If you visiting DC or you leave near by it's a must stop by. Agora is a little Mediterranean gem of a restaurant. The general manager Hakan was very helpful to satisfied my last minute request. Very good food, cocktail and service. The ambiance is rustic with beautiful glassware where you can enjoy a glass of wine or a fine cocktail. read more

Beautiful drinks and delicious bites at Agora! You gotta order the dip sampler and get extra bread. The chocolate avocado mousse is out of this world. read more

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One of my favorites in DC! Agora's Mediterranean food is a great place to share small plates and get high quality, unique meals. Free flatbread and a chopped olive dip is given to each table. Their flatbreads plates are amazing with fun flavors, with the mixed cheese flatbread being my favorite (goat cheese, dates, tomatoes, and more). The real showstopper here is the grilled octopus though. It's a must if you come here! The cocktails here are also fun flavors and unique combinations. Ever since I moved to the neighborhood, this has been my reliable go-to restaurant that I keep coming back to. I can never get enough of their food! I've heard great things about their brunch here but haven't gone yet, so it'll definitely be next in my list. read more

Agora DC - Mixed cheese flatbread - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I came here with my partner on Valentine's Day, it was the perfect move. The lunch special was proportioned so well, the food was light but filling, and the service was excellent. The atmosphere of the main dining room was warm, overall a genuinely pleasant experience, will be coming back. :-) read more

Agora DC - Grilled chicken as the entree course for the lunch special. - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Had a chance to eat a lovely, fresh meal in the private dining room. Easy vibe, full flavors, and a great variety of offerings for all the eaters. Even though I dont eat shrimp that often that was my best bite. The pita was warm and comforting. read more

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If you r expecting a succulent and fresh tabbualah salad go to this place; they serve u a super dry parsley with a few pomegranate seeds and quinoa. They should explain that we have invented this dry tabbaulah salad. If food can be revenge then this place has it; a very large and nicely decorated restaurant with terrible food. read more

I've only been to brunch here, but it is EXCELLENT. The service has always been attentive and the food lovely.

Came here with a couple of friends and had an amazing experience! The restaurant was packed, and we had amazing service. Our cups were never empty and the food came in a timely manner. Speaking of food, everything we ordered was delicious! Highly recommend! read more

Agora DC - Kekik - Mediterranean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Thank You Agora ! another outstanding Friday night ! From the NEW Management to the outstanding Service, the amazing food & of course the BEST Bartenders in DuPont Circle Valente and Jose & crew ! It's always a pleasure to spend my Friday evenings at the bar . I've been in the Service industry for 35 years, to be successful you must understand SERVICE ! Or Guest Satisfaction as I call it . The new management team Kelsie, Tsednia & Melissa has clearly taken the restaurant to the next level ! the attention to detail, and caring demeanor has certainly brought Agora back to the good ol days ! Eating out in DC has become an event , the prices of goods and services, not to mention the taxes and fees to dine, leaves the consumer with high expectations every Visit ! Again many THANKS to the Agora DC crew for always meeting my expectations! Cheers ! Brian K Calevro read more

Recently went here for dinner with friends! We were seated outside and service was really helpful when we asked for advice on how much to order. We decided to share everything family style, so we ordered the Baba Ghanouj, Cauliflower, Mixed Mushrooms, Börek, and Mücver. Along with our order, we got free (unlimited) pita bread! My favorite dish was the Baba Ghanouj, it was smoky and delicious with the pita. Everything else was pretty yummy! Service was fast and we received all of our dishes at around the same time. I'd definitely come back to try their brunch menu! read more

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seriously some of the best food i have ever had! i appreciated their mocktail menu. we came way earlier than our reservations so sat at the bar for 5 minutes, before the host came and gave us a table which was very much appreciated. as someone who works in food, i found the service to be exceptional and everyones roles were very consistent and efficient. the food was AMAZING, i love a good tapas-style restaurant. i think its safe to say mediterranean cuisine is my favorite after this experience. thanks agora! read more

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I have enjoyed Agora a couple of times for happy hour - it's fantastic. Great wine selection and bar bites for food. This most recent visit was for brunch which we thoroughly enjoyed. Four of us popped up on time and choose inside seating because it was blazing hot! We ordered a variety of dishes and our waiter Alp just kept sending them out. The stars for me was the manchego omelette, greek yogurt (SO good), ALL of the dips, the turkish sausage, the salmon - ok, just about everything! Also they champagne they use is really good independent of the orange juice. All in all, it was an enjoyable way to spend the afternoon with friends, enjoying really food and lots of laughter. I also appreciated how everything was sanitized, plates wrapped in plastic and our waiter had on a face mask and gloves - yes, all appreciated. read more

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