Phew, four courses - and you have to get the $15 extra dishes because, why not, you're already…read morethere - and I'm heavier, happier, and might have to say Rooster might be DC's best restaurant. Wild but all delicious offerings - roasted carrots with... ice cream? But it worked. Scallion oiled butter with Hawaiian sweet bread? Strangely addictive. Rabbit pate with... green strawberries? Hoppin mad! Thanks for the incredible service, and sorry you lost that bet that we wouldn't be able to finish everything (having ordered the full +2 for 2 courses).

We celebrated our anniversary at Rooster & Owl and ordered the caviar & champagne pairing followed…read moreby their preset four-course tasting menu. The absolute highlight was the Merolin Imperial Gold caviar-easily one of the best we've had. It was rich, buttery, incredibly clean, and completely free of any overly fishy taste. Paired with their fluffy, light caviar buns, it made for an exceptional start to the meal and set the bar very high. For the first course, we enjoyed the Cantaloupe Dan Dan and the Hamachi Crudo. Both were creative and beautifully presented, with the cantaloupe having a hot spice. It would be helpful if the servers had pointed out which dishes had a noticeable level of spice. Our second course featured the Sablefish Tostada and Crab Fritters. The tostada offered a wonderful contrast of textures, while the crab fritters were crispy on the outside with a tender, flavorful center. For the main course, we had the Steamed Bass and the Xi Tan Spiced Lamb Rack. The bass was delicate and perfectly cooked, while the lamb was tender, boldly seasoned, and full of flavor without being overpowering. Dessert consisted of the Basque Cheesecake and the Chocolate & Sesame dessert. Both were a lovely finish to the meal, with the Basque cheesecake being rich and creamy, while the chocolate and sesame combination added a balanced, nutty sweetness. One thing we especially appreciated was the pacing of the evening. The servers never made us feel rushed, allowing us to fully enjoy each course and celebrate our anniversary. Between every course, the table was thoughtfully reset with fresh plates and silverware, adding to the polished fine dining experience. While we thoroughly enjoyed our dinner, we expected the ambiance to feel a bit more modern and polished for a restaurant of this caliber. The dining room felt more casual than anticipated and didn't quite have the refined atmosphere we envisioned for a Michelin restaurant.

When a sibling is in town and offers to pay for a meal you make the trip. My brother spoke highly…read moreabout Bourbon Steak and since he was in town invited me for dinner while he was visiting for work. The restaurant is in the lobby of a hotel. There's street parking and I believe valet but we found street parking fairly easily on a weekday. The ambiance is dim lit. Service was very attentive and seemed to pay attention to detail, announcing confirmations of no allergens within each dish brought to the table. Our water was filled regularly, suggestions were readily available to the many questions we had. I also thought it was a nice touch that your bagged items are taken off table and you are given a ticket without awkwardly taking up space while you maybe were still chatting or enjoying an after dinner drink or dessert. Quality of food was nice, can't recall the type of steak my brother tried I went with a ribeye and tried the octopus appetizer which was very tender. We also enjoyed the Brussels sprouts and whipped mash. Was definitely a meal that could easily be shared between 2-3 people.

Consistent and delicious! I've been to a couple Bourbon Steak's and they never miss. The staff is…read morealways professional and attentive. The food is incredible. Always. We started with their bread, so good! And the tuna tartare and the French fry trio. All so good but my favorite is the truffle. We shared the rib cap which was cooked perfectly!! I mean look at that picture. One bite and I know I'm going to sleep good. Pair it with the sides, my go to is always the mashed potatoes. Can't go wrong with a meal from here. Also to note, their burgers are so good and the chocolate chip cookies for dessert are a must!

Continuing on my journey to eat at all of DC's Michelin Star restaurants, I was so excited to try…read moreMasseria! The space is absolutely beautiful. Even though it's right in the middle of busy Union Market, it feels like its own little oasis our servers were super attentive (my water glass never got even close to empty!!) We opted for the 6-course dinner (they offer a few different levels and this was right in the middle ) which was 220pp I think the breads, especially the potato focaccia and the savory bombolini, as well as the pastas were real standouts of the evening. I had one cocktail, The Last Word, which was delicious but a bit pricey at like $28. I think the duck course was my least favorite, also because it was the last course before dessert and I was absolutely stuffed by then. The desserts were very tasty and a great way to end the evening. Overall, I enjoyed the experience, and if I were to go again, I'd probably opt for the 4 courses because 6 almost did me in haha

Michelin star Italian restaurant with a seasonal 5 & 7 course menu of small courses…read more I came here with my fiance for dinner and while there was a ton of food included in our ~$650 meal, we were pretty underwhelmed by the flavors. They used a bunch of expensive ingredients (caviar, escargot, etc.) but the majority of the dishes and drinks did not taste amazing. It was fine, but we expected more from a place with the accolades & price tag that this place has Service was very solid (our waters were never empty & they folded our napkins when we got up to use the bathroom), but our server was very strange/was making odd banter with us

I came to Tony & Joe's Seafood Place on a Saturday afternoon with my family. We were in the area…read moreand looking for a light lunch. There was an event going on nearby so it was pretty packed so we were lucky to grab a table without a reservation. We ordered: - Fried Whole Branzino - This comes with sauteed Japanese eggplant, basil, red pepper, sweet soy glaze, cilantro and lemon basmati rice. I was not a fan of the rice, but the branzino was perfectly cooked. - Chesapeake Style Crabcakes - This comes with your choice of a single or double broiled jumbo lump crab, haricot verts, french fries, coleslaw and remoulade. They do not skimp on the crab meat in the crabcake. I would definitely order this again! The staff were wonderful and accommodating with my younger son's dairy allergy. Again, it was busy... but our waiter was great with still finding time to check on us. The menu is pricey, but the views are great, the food is delicious and the staff are wonderful. I would definitely visit Tony & Joe's Seafood Place again if I am in the area :)

My second visit was much better than the first! It was beautiful day so we made reservations to sit…read moreoutside. It was so nice watching the boats dock & dine It took us about 15-20 min to be greeted, we noticed 2 servers discussing who would take the table and ended up with Vossi. He was polite and pretty consistent with service. We ordered 1/2 dozen oysters, hot crab dip & Thai mango salad to start with a Paloma and Margarita to wash it down. Each dish 5/5 - oysters were fresh but not fishy or salty, thai salad was refreshing & the hot crab dip was so delicious!! The cocktails were actually strong - I love when the flavor is balanced to where I can tell there's liquor but it still taste great. Still hungry but not wanting to be bloated, we shared the fried whole branzino which was perfect, generously seasoned and meaty. The glazed eggplant was the icing on the cake! So glad we visited again, definitely changed my opinion and now I can't wait to return

Imperfecto is a one star Michelin star restaurant specializing in Mediterranean/Latin fusion…read morecuisine. It is located a few blocks from the Washington circle park in Washington DC Service is excellent with attentive and friendly staff, from the hostess welcoming you, to the manager and al the way to the servers. The ambiance is relatively casual, with comfortable, nautical theme of blue and white decor with gold accents. Easy listening music set the stage for a comfortable dining experience, either with coworkers or for a special night out. Their wine and alcoholic drinks selection was wide and their mocktails were equally as interesting. You can definitely see the interesting Mediterranean/Latin fusion in all the dishes. From the ingredients and spices picked for each, to the presentation and flavor profiles, it all screams fusion. Even though we didn't go for the chef's tasting this time, our party got to try and share quite a few dishes.: To start, we were received by a mushroom and truffle cream soup shot. Tasty and creamy, great way to open the appetite. For the appetizer round we ordered the moussaka cigars and falafel. The moussaka cigars were perfectly delicate and airy, yet flavorful, stuffed with eggplant and ground lamb and pine nuts, served with a creamy manchego goat cheese dip to balance the crispy, fluffy phyllo dough. The falafel was equally delicate and light, served with a Latin tahini spiced with sumac and cinnamon. For the main course, we got to try three different dishes: The mushroom risotto - very interesting flavor profile. The crispy fried maitake mushrooms topped the perfectly cooked, creamy risotto, which was surprisingly acidic in a very refreshing way. The lechón was delicious. A generous portion of tender, fall off the bone, suckling pig, including a super crispy skin, served on a date mole with zucchini blossom and a side of zucchini salad with radish, olives and pepitas, definitely stole the show. The only criticism I would have is the zucchini blossom was a bit too oily probably due to the drench they used before frying. Other than that, it was a really well balanced dish. The Lamb terrine was served on top of potato puree, red cabbage confit and lamb juice topped with generous shavings of black truffle. Beautiful to eat with your eyes and equally as delicious on the pallad. For dessert we ordered the pistachio and yoghurt dresser with consisted of a delicious salty pistachio ice cream served with a dulce the leche foam and yogurt, served on a raspberry sauce and topped with a crispy Mille-feuille cookie. Fascinating dessert and incredibly well balanced. The sweetness of the Dulce the leche foam was expertly balanced by the pistachio ice cream and the raspberry sauce provided some acidity. The cookie gave a textural component much needed by all the other soft/smooth elements. Definitely try it out if it's on the menu. I would definitely recommend Imperfecto. I know I'd come back!

We ate at Imperfecto for Restaurant Week 2024…read more Vibes: formal, cool-toned interior. Friendly but rushed severs. Food: Aladdin burrata - Dark horse. This ended up being my favorite when I thought it would the most boring dish. The crispiness of the fried lentils paired with creamy burrata and hummus was divine and popped in texture. Sea bream - Fresh and delicious. The included tostada is very crispy so it's a multi-sensory experience to taste the food and hear the crunch in your ears. Lamb Terrine - Lamb was fine, tasted like pulled lamb in a block. The flavor was mostly in the sauce and that flavor was "salty". Tagliatelle - Also fine, the truffle doesn't over power. Didn't quite catch any summer corn notes. Beef Wellington with Empanada - Hard pass. Saw another table order it and was curious. Not as good as it looks and way too expensive for what it was.

Annabelle is a modern American restaurant in Washington, D.C.'s Kalorama neighborhood, known for…read moreits elegant, art-filled setting and seasonal, locally-sourced cuisine Ambiance: Elegant and intimate, with mid-century modern decor, colorful art, velvet seating, and a "garden" room with a skylight. Really pretty. It's recognized by Michelin star guide And well deserved Service was on point All dishes well curated and served Fresh and beautifully. Salad was amazing Yellow tail crude was great. Served with caviar. Circuit smell cubes. Loved it. Octopus grilled with amazing seasoning. Beer tartar was another successful dish. I loved the freshness and cute presentation. It's Avery cute boutique restaurant. With patrons in their 40 and above. Great service Amazing food Will do it again Thank you

Annabelle was a great experience. We sat in a cozy booth in the bar area which ended up being one…read moreof the highlights of our experience. I'm sure the main dining room was great but there was something really cute and cozy about the booth by the window. The bartender took care of us and really leaned into our experience. He made great wine pairing recommendations for every dish. It was clear he really knew the menu. We're already looking forward to coming back to grab drinks at the bar. Definitely a great date spot.

I recently went back with my wife to Pastis to give it a second chance after a previous…read moredisappointing experience. I want to credit Pastis for seeking out and accepting my feedback about the food from my previous visit and doing right by their customers. Like my previous visit, the service and ambiance were both outstanding-our server did a fantastic job answering our questions and making recommendations. We ordered several small dishes which Pastis spaced out nicely as a set of multiple courses and everything came in a timely manner. A huge shout-out to the full staff at Pastis for a fantastic experience. My wife and I shared several dishes which ranged from solid to incredible. Other than dessert, based on my experiences at Pastis, I would generally order classically French dishes, as those were all delicious. We shared the following: Complimentary bread course: The bread was hearty with a good crust and the butter was rich and creamy. French Onion Soup-A perfectly executed French classic-tons of delicious, melty cheese, great flavor and portion size, and just the right amount of salt. Gazpacho-while not French, Pastis makes a great gazpacho, especially in summer. The tomatoes were extremely fresh, and the gazpacho had a good amount of onion. Tuna Tartare-My least favorite dish of the evening but still OK. The tuna was fresh, if a bit salty. However, creme fraiche, lemon, and dill aren't the best pairing for this dish; in my experiences, tuna tartare is best accompanied by other citrus (e.g., lime, grapefruit) and different herbs (e.g., cilantro). Additionally, the accompanying bread was a disappointment after the delicious bread course. Leeks Vinaigrette-Perfectly cooked leeks, with the almonds providing a nice crunch. Brulee Goat Cheese-A simple yet amazing dish; a perfect bite, one of the five best dishes I've had at a restaurant this year. The baguette had an amazing crust, the goat cheese was rich and creamy, pairing perfectly with the sweetness of the figs, and the salad with nuts provided freshness and crunch. Crispy Artichoke- The artichoke was perfectly fried with the right amount of oil. The aioli provided good creaminess and the lemon helped cut through the oil and added nice acidity. Duck Confit- While I wish that there was more duck and less salt, the duck and potatoes that I had were very good, and the salad helped temper the fat and heaviness of the dish. My wife got a glass of the chardonnay and I got a glass of the Genay, both of which were good. We shared the Sticky Toffee Pudding for dessert, which was delicious-rich, moist, well-spiced, and hearty. The accompanying vanilla ice cream was fresh with great flavor. I would recommend Pastis for your next French dining, night out in DC, or nice meal in Union Market!

4.5! Service was great…read moreSteak was great Love that they had World Cup screens Spritz great Fun location Love that they have bread basket that is a luxury these days!

I came here with a colleague for lunch, and the restaurant is beautiful. The service was…read moreincredible, and 99% of the food was excellent. The dips were fantastic, and the eggplant and zucchini chips were surprisingly light, crispy, and delicious. My colleague ordered the lamb shank, which was tender and full of flavor. The only reason I'm giving 4 out of 5 stars instead of 5 is the whole fish. It was highly recommended and presented as being deboned, filleted, and easy to eat, but unfortunately it didn't have much flavor and had a ton of bones, so I could barely eat it. My recommendation would be to skip the whole fish, but everything else was incredible. I would absolutely come back.

Place has good food and drinks, but tonight (I've been here a few times before) I was greeted by a…read more"host" and told to take my hat off... I totally get it (and have had no problems in the past wearing my hat in here). And complied. As soon as I looked around there were two other gentleman wearing baseball hats sitting at a table/ I went to the bar). I asked about the policy and he said "you can wear them if you have a Reservation" What a shit-biased "rule" Nothing worse than a prejudiced restaurant- Poor excuse and handling of the situation (arbitrarily making rules-) boo I will surely be spreading the word of their "rules" that only apply to some people