Visiting after a few years...and not disappointed. Jose Andres restaurants are never a miss…read more Service is amazing, the decor is beautiful and matches the cuisine, try all of the dips, the seared halloumi with sour cherries, spanakopita with home made phyllo, can't go wrong with fries topped with garlic yogurt, and while i would typically order the octopus.. i recommend the lamb shoulder. Order the Lamb Kleftiko - tender smoked lamb shoulder with salad wrap and spreads. Lamb is particular and this was just so delectable - not gamy, not too smoky, and paired nicely with a recommended beverage. The creative menu options will not disappoint. The culinary genius, the well informed staff and immediate service are all wins. Whether you are a local, or tourist - this is a must to stop by!

It's just a step below the other Jose Andres restuarants here in DC…read more FYI: it's all small plates/small portions. And actually, that FYI is one of my knocks, there's just less bang for your buck portion wise here. Everything is very flavorful and well done though. My Chicken Kouvetsi, while tasty seemed to have not that much chicken. Many bites were just orzo and tomato sauce. I needed more chicken. The bread is complimentary and very tasty; hilariously, after we asked for more, they just kept bringing our group 2 baskets. This review sounds very negative for 4 stars, but Zaytinya is niceand the food is tasty. Just know all the above going in. It's also very noisy,to the point where it was hard to hear everyone at our table and our server had a hard time hearing us. They probably need to update their soundproofing or just have fewer tables. That actually led to some confusion about the "for the table" lamb dish we ordered, which seemed to come out as sliced lamb, seasoned as described on the menu, on a plate. Frankly, for the price it didnt seem like enough for our group of 6. Also, there were 2-3 flies around our table before we sat down. They eventually left, but that probably should signal there's more mess there than just wiping down the table takes care of.

Entire ambiance was ideal!! The food to the service was top…read morenotch. Will definitely take my lady here again for dates.

Gypsy Kitchen is one of those places you can take anyone and everyone to have a great time and an…read moreeven greater meal! One of my favorite tapas style spots in DC! Everything and when I say everything, is absolutely delicious! Some honorable mentions are the hummus, beef kebabs, and literally anything bread! Always so fresh and delicious, and the service/vibe is top tier for a good photo opp! PS: Crispiest Diet Coke in DC!!!!!

I have to give Parthenon four stars. It's like taking a step back in time to the family owned and…read morerun restaurants of my childhood. This is not a chic or trendy place! But service is so lovely, wine pours are generous, and our food was great. Started with the Greek sausage, then the Greek salad with shrimp, so light and tasty, and the gyro platter. Everything was great. And probably the only place left in town that serves complimentary bread.

Update Regarding Parthenon Restaurant -- Washington, D.C…read more I am providing a public update regarding a matter involving Pete Gouskos, owner of Parthenon Restaurant in Washington, D.C. A first letter of demand was previously sent concerning serious discrepancies I have identified involving my W-2 tax records for 2018, 2019, and 2020. To date, I have not received a response. A final letter of demand has now been sent, and I am preserving all correspondence, tax documents, and supporting evidence concerning this matter. If I do not receive a substantive response, I intend to proceed with filing a civil action in District Court and will allow the appropriate legal process to address the allegations and evidence. I believe accountability should be based on documentation, transparency, and the facts--not on reputation or public image. For those interested in understanding the public persona of the individual involved, Pete Gouskos also appeared in Gordon Ramsay's television program Gordon Ramsay's Secret Service, which premiered in 2025. Viewers can form their own opinions about the character and integrity presented on the program. I will provide further updates as this matter progresses through the appropriate legal channels. Documentation matters. Accountability matters. And no one should be above the law. Accountability #Transparency #TaxRecords #ConsumerRights #LegalAccountability #WashingtonDC

The service was outstanding! Ashley took my order and was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and…read moregreeted me with a big smile. The salmon platter was absolutely delicious. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!"

Gyro Wednesday $7 is a lunch favorite for me and my co-workers. Always delicious and customer…read moreservice is Great!!

A complete vibe! I…read morecame here with a coworker of mine the day before 4th of July for lunch and drinks, and I left full and happy. There is a parking garage around the corner of the restaurant so that makes things very convenient. The inside decor is gorgeous and is chic but also funky fresh. I got grilled octopus over a bed of bean salad that had pieces of pomegranate in it - 10/10. The savory taste of the octopus paired against the sweetness of the salad was really delicious. For desert I got the baklava option that comes with ice cream - INCREDIBLE. You have to order it if you come here.

Went there twice to taste different kinds of Turkish dishes. One time for dinner and the other for…read morelunch. Overall the food was good. The serving size of the dishes I ordered were medium to small. The service was far less satisfactory than food. I tried the following dishes: 1. Complimentary pita: ~40g per piece. Not salty and paired well with the other dishes. Definitely get some! 2. Lahmacun: The lamb+beef mixture was tasty. It came with 4 pieces. 3. Branzino: ~6oz. The fish was grilled to perfection; juciy tender, and the skin was nicely charred. It was served with freh parsley and seasoned grilled tomato (salt+oregano I think). 4. Imam Bayildi: Half of an eggplant topped with sauteed onions and tomatoes. While itself was pretty normal, it went so well with the Ottoman rice. 5. Ottoman Rice: The true highlight of all the dishes I tried! It was basically Basimati rice cooked with dried apricots, raisins, almonds & pine nuts mix, and seasoned with black currant. Overall it was warm, earthy and lightly smoky. The apricot slices added some delightful sweetness and juiciness to the dish. Should pair well with Labneh, chicken and seafood. But to be honest, I can simply eat this stuff along for a whole meal! 6. Tabbouleh: They went against the traditional recipe by substituting the bulgur with quinoa and added some pomegranate arils. I liked the special texture of quinoa. The sweetness of pomegrante arils also enriched the flavors. However, I had to constantly spit the seeds when enjoying the salad. 7. Kofte: Adana style ground beef patties. Just like what I make at home haha! I ordered it as an add-on to my salad at lunchtime. It came with only 2 pieces which weighed no more than 3oz in total... Despite the delicious food, service was disappointing. The first time, the dinner, was Okay. While my food came out slowly, at least my server was aware of it and asked me how I liked the dishes. The second time, the lunch, was horrible. Even before I was seated, my server made me feel that he was reluctant to serve me, and emphasized that I had to order asap. "Luckily", I had already decided what to order. After I got my dishes, no one in the restaurant asked me if the food was Okay. And at the check, my bill was thrown onto my table. In comparison, the two ladies dining next to me came even after I started eating, but were greeted warmly and were given lots of time to decide what to order; not to mention that the staff gave them lots of suggestions, asked about their dining experience, and even chatted with them about sightseeing in DC, etc. Such discrimitory treatment is really unacceptable.

No I won't recommend this business because They deliver…read morefood with human hair in it Also there drivers Grubhub are absolutely horrible and rude and late with deliveries delivering food cold. Wont recommend Disgusting

Best in the city hands down! Owner is very kind as well! Will be back next time. Peace and love…read moreEveryone.

I have yet to try something I don't love here, everything is delicious! This time I tried their…read morelamb gyro and it was so flavorful and juicy!

The food stand is in the main building at Union Market. There is a free parking lot (up to three…read morehours, hit or miss) and street parking. It is challenging finding a space, especially on the weekend. There are frozen dishes (pricey) and prepared dishes. They have dips, wraps & salad. If you expand your parking search a few blocks away, there might be spaces. Pay attention to the parking restrictions.

Surrounded by many other restaurants, don't overlook this tiny Greek fast-casual restaurant with a…read morelarge menu of all the usual Greek fixings. I ordered their traditional gyro and it was the perfect amount of food and quite tasty. Since they don't give cups of water, I bought two bottles of water. My bill came to over $21. They also have a small fridge area with other goods and drinks. Inside is one table that sits two.

We recently used the Greek Deli to cater an important meeting in Downtown DC. The man I worked with…read more(Kal, I believe?) was super nice and very accommodating when I had last-minute changes. He delivered the food on time and helped us carry it upstairs. The prices were really reasonable for the amount of food we got, which was a LOT. They even threw in a free salad! Everyone seemed to enjoy the food a lot, especially the lemon potatoes.

Food was quick and service was attentive. Steak was cooked to our liking. Would recommend in DC.read more

I've eaten there twice and the food has been great each time. The first time was on a date and the…read moresecond time was with a large party. Be prepared to eat because the portions are decently sized. and the food is great, fairly priced, and you leave feeling satisfied and catered to.

Lunch at the iron gate was an absolute delight. The food is delicious, and the ambience is charming…read moreand beautiful. My sever Jonathan was attentive and helpful, and most importantly, a joy! I will definitely visit again when I'm in town.

Could not have asked for a better experience from the hostess to the food, it was top notch. Our…read morewaiter, Joey, deserves a review of his own because he made the experience 1000x more memorable. If you go here ask for him, he was amazing, knowledgeable, and made us feel so special. We came to celebrate our engagement and left with all the best memories. Had the four course dinner with wine pairings and everything was unreal. Get the seafood!!! After coming back from the South of France recently the seafood was as close as we had in Nice and that's huge. Absolutely stellar service, atmosphere and food. 10/10 recommend, we will definitely be back, but only when Joey is working.