I ventured out to Irregardless with a close friend to try their Winter Tasting Menú! Needless to say, Irregardless hit the spot on all marks. The server was joyful, made us feel welcomed and spoke clearly and confidently when it came to the menu options. The restaurant felt like you were in an intimate cafe where sound didn't travel far. Though we were close to other patrons, it was not loud and conversation was easy to have. The food was delicious. Every course was solid when it came to quality of flavor, quantity of food, and timeliness of arrival to the table. The lamb ragú and the short rib were so perfect prepared that I would go for just those. The dessert was good, but not amazing, which is ok. The cheesecake would've been better cold in my opinion. The wine pairing for this meal was great except for the dessert wine (which was disgustingly sweet) and the wine paired with the short rib. I would say that the red wine that came with the short rib was the worst red I've ever drank sadly. Without the pairing disasters, I would rate Irregardless and 9.2/10. With the pairing, I would give them an 8.5! read more

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The happy hour menu is nice, the drinks are quality and the food was delicious albeit a little pricey for the portions. Would definitely return for a date night, the establishment feels very cozy and the staff are super friendly and helpful. I love that I'm walking distance from irregardless and hope they have better luck than other bars/restaurants in the area that have had no other option than to shut down. read more

We visited this new restaurant about a month or so after it opened. This is a high quality food addition to H Street NE (much needed) with a nice vibe inside and friendly staff. We opted for the Omnivore Tasting Menu which we were happy with. Definitely enough food for the hungry diner given that the pasta dish is generous even before the main course. * Gazpacho - this amuse bouche shot that starting things off was so good that I could have had a whole bowl of it. Crouton inside too. Just perfect. * Crudo - a bit busy and way too oily. Not sure why all the oil. Disappointed, but this was the only real miss tonight. * Figs - delicious dish...and I usually dislike figs. Wonderful flavor profiles. * Scallop Schnitzel - interesting take on scallops. Enjoyable. * Lamb Ragu Pappardelle - very nice * Short Rib Bourguignon - everything on the plate was wonderful. Meat fell off the bone. Comfort deliciousness. * Dessert - I'd skip the apple/almond tart unless you really love apples or fruit pies. Go with the sweet ricotta. Tip: I wish they would have brought out the cocktails we ordered before taking our food order. They're still pretty new though. We'll be back. read more

Cynthia - Omnivore Tasting Menu - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Irregardless has a great concept - create a menu of small plates that feature mostly vegetarian options and make them so tasty that you would never miss the meat.  Unfortunately, on the evening we were there, the kitchen must have been slammed as all the tables were filled and everyone was ordering at the same time.  The result was that all our food came out cool or just barely warm.  This is fine, and probably even on purpose for some of the dishes, but, for others, it was really off putting.  Besides the fact that the wonderful aromas that arise from a hot plate of good food greatly enhance one's sense of flavor, having a course be tepid rather than hot can lead to some unpleasant textures.  This was a true shame because we really enjoyed our first course of poireaux vinaigrette.  With the leeks and mustard, capers and gherkins, it had a great tang without being acidic and was a comforting plate.  The grilled octopus had a great char and was also good and not at all chewy.  The little potato looked like a trompe l-oeil scallop.  We wished the sauce was stronger though.  Again, the food was just barely warm The porcini chou farci was disappointing because, even though it had truffles, it was pretty bland. And, once again, the food was lukewarm at best.   We next had the lambchops which again were tepid.  The best part of the dish was the pickled artichoke side.  The dessert, a gateaux Nantais had a great rum flavor but an odd, sandy like and dry texture.   The drink we ordered, the taken for granate also had very flavorful liquor but we missed the pomegranate, spiced pear and lime.  Those ingredients seemed to provide the pretty color but other than that, were fairly absent.  The chili powder on the side of the glass did add a nice bit of heat.  The décor at Irregardless is homey and warm with lots of brick, wood and hanging plants.  The colorful murals, apparently, predate the restaurant and it is fun to contemplate what they were back when they were originally painted.  The staff was very friendly, helpful and efficient.  I don't know why none of our food was hot.  I don't know if that was intentional or just a problem that evening.  It is really unfortunate because it had a truly negative impact on our dinner. read more

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Two story and inviting space with exposed bricks, plants from the ceiling, open and expansive ambiance. There were plenty of vegetarian options and the portions were perfect for two people sharing. The beet dip was earthy and the peanuts added an unexpected but delightful twist. The cheddar croquettes were light but filling and the sauce was a nice tangy accompaniment. The Brussels sprouts were really well roasted and seasoned. I probably would not order the pierogi again, it was well prepared and the sauce was good but didn't have the pow the other dishes had. I think the biggest surprise was the mushroom ice cream, it tasted just like maple syrup and the cream and meringue were so amazing. I was very skeptical but so glad I tried it. Our server was kind and knowledgeable, and they were all able to speak to the menu and drink options. Would definitely recommend! read more

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Overpriced, underflavored, poorly portioned, microwave meal garbage. I was really excited to come here too. Disappointed read more

An all around amazing neighborhood bistro. Wish I still lived around the block. Great cocktail menu and really enjoyed both our apps (obsessed with the croquettes) and entrees. Throw in the great staff and friendly banter and you got a repeat customer! read more

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My boyfriend and I stopped in for dinner at the bar at Irregardless and had a blast! The playlist was great, food exceptional and interesting, and the bartender was fun to hang out with and whipped us up some tasty drinks. We'll definitely be coming back! Highly recommend the kimchi chips, brussel sprouts, and apple cinnamon dessert. read more

Cynthia - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

By far, the best part of Irregardless was the service. Paige is a top notch server. We also enjoyed the ambiance which felt very warm and casual. But the food just fell short. With one drink each and no dessert, our tab for two ran $228 after tax and tip. A bit high for what we experienced. We spent that much earlier this month at Jose Andres' new Bazaar in the Waldorf, which offers an entire world above Irregardless in terms of food, ambiance, and dining experience. We are also presented with a laminated card upon seating as to why the 20% gratuity is added. It's so odd when restaurants do this, like they're saying "we value our staff so much! But not enough to pay them ourselves; rather, we'll dig into your wallet." No harm to me as I'd have tipped that much anyway. Apparently Irregardless just had a change in Executive Chef - a bit surprising after only 6 months operating. Many of the types of dishes we had been eyeing going into the evening were swapped out for the new Canadian chef's maple-infused (literally) preferences. Which were fine, but lacked a lot of depth. Breadfurst Bread: Something like a toasted focaccia. But as someone who makes his own foccacia, this tasted day-old rather than fresh. Quebec Cheddar Croquettes: Decent flavor, but lacked texture and were a bit of a mushy bite. Not bad. Scallop Crudo: The worst dish we had, we left half of it on the plate. Just an odd combination of flavors and the acidity from the vinegar was overpowering. Endive and Cosmic Apple Salad - If there was actually ricotta on this as described, we couldn't identify it. This was a lovely fresh apple salad, but was lacking a deeper flavor profile. Brussels Sprouts - Excellent and perhaps the best dish we had, lots of flavor and a subtle smokiness. Pierogi - For $27, I expected more from this dish of 4 pierogi than some sauce and shaved fennel. They stuffed the pierogi with a couple kinds of cheese and it was just lacking something, maybe heat or maybe a salty addition like a meat of some kind. Coming from Alexandria, NoMA is a hike to get to. At this price point, there are dozens of places I'd prefer to have gone whether at the Wharf, Georgetown, or a number of other DC neighborhoods that are closer and simply offer better food and experience. read more

Irregardless was a magical experience. We came with great recommendations from my husband, who is an avid restaurant researcher. We try great restaurants all the time in our home city of LA. He picked Irregardless out as a special Christmas gift dinner for myself and my mother on 12/22 and it couldn't have been a better experience. We ordered the omnivore menu with the around the world wine pairing. We sat in the booth near the front window, which was a great seat -- not loud at all, and plenty of space to put our things down. The starter champagne/sparkling wine was phenomenal, and every wine that followed was a beautiful accompaniment to our meals -- each better than the last. We had great conversation with both Mika and Ian, the owners, who described their experience of opening a new restaurant and how they go about pairing such incredible wines. You can't go wrong with your menu selections. Everything is harmonious and expertly arranged. Thank you for a fantastic experience! We'll be back! read more

Irregardless is a DC gem. New proprietor Phil Coppage is an excellent host, and his staff are superb (including the award-winning Christine). The food is great, as well as the wine selections. We had the hangar steak and the lamb belly. (That's right, the belly - it's like "buttah".) For wine we had an excellent gavi from Piedmont and an unusually tasty cabernet franc from Virginia. If you visit DC (or live there) you must give Irregardless a try. Bob J. & Lois A. read more

Great portions, food, and wine. Attentive Michelin star level service. All for a pretty reasonable price! What's not to like? read more

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Came here for brunch midday on a Saturday. Was pretty quiet when we arrived but suddenly got very busy - was a little worried for the one person working front of house but he handled it gracefully and everything came out within a reasonable amount of time all the same. Cute space with some nice art and what looks like an upstairs area that I assume only opens for dinner. Food was good - get the home fries. read more

Unexpectedly amazing little place on H street. Great drinks and lovely food. Very attentive staff and owner, and the entire vibe and spirit of the place is very warm and relaxing. A worthwhile gem, which hopefully stays for a long time. Crowd also seems to be more smooth and interesting than typical in the neighborhood. read more

Really excellent experience. Went for drinks with a friend, talked with the super friendly owner. Feels like an upscale hole-in-the-wall, an easy place to quickly become a regular. Nice ambience but unpretentious. read more

First time to the place, since they changed the name. Service was on point, very friendly and love the ambiance. I can see this as a spot you come back to for food or drinks! Steak frites was great and perfectly cooked. read more

What a great neighborhood spot! It's the type of place where you can snag a seat at the bar and have a lovely conversation with the owner. The food is outstanding as well. A few of my favorites are the Atlas Burger, the cheddar croquettes, and the kimchi chips. I haven't had a chance to try yet, but I've also heard the steak frites are amazing as well. Whether you're into cocktails, beer, or wine, this place has it all in spades. My favorite cocktail is the seasonal shrub at the moment, but the owner/bartender also makes a mean margarita. Don't sleep on the orange wine either! Overall, a great spot wherever you're looking for a happy hour or a sit down dinner! read more

This place was fine. The ambiance was pretty and the menu looked good, but I kept facing microaggressions from my waiter, and those were pretty unpleasant. The first thing he says to me when he arrives at my table is "I'm going to assume we're waiting on someone else." I just told him, "No it's just me here popping in. You shouldn't assume that." Ah, to be a woman getting dinner alone! There's a way to say it: "Will anyone be joining you?" "Table for one today? Can I take this other silverware?" The food I ordered was fine - I got the ceviche, cheese croquettes, scallops, and the Derby Pie. All were fine but all had something inside to trigger my palette. Tab was $130 for myself with no alcohol on my tab (just 2 appetizers, a main, and a dessert), and they include 20% service charge but do not give you a receipt with a line-by-line cost breakdown. Later in the evening, my waiter said, "alright, I don't want to leave anyone in the dirt over here." Why would you even say that to a paying customer? Is that the bar that's set? That's the standard? Of course you wouldn't want to leave me in the dirt, but wouldn't you want to do something much better than that? Again, there's a way to say it: "Don't want you to think I forgot about you!" "Alright, I didn't want to get too busy back there, so I came to check in." The microagressions were weird here, so I'm never coming back. But I am happy I tried it as a regular of H Street. There's just plenty of other places that are kind to me and I'd rather go there. read more

The vibes here are so cozy! And the food and drinks are top notch! I started out with a margarita with local liquor and fresh ingredients. And a couple of light appetizers. For our main dishes my girlfriend and I split the pierogi and mushroom gnocchi - which were both amazing! To cap it off we had the caramel apple ice cream dessert. Splendid evening! Huge shoutout to our bartender, Cat! read more

Cynthia - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great service! And the food is out of this world. Great addition to H street. Strongly recommend to all.

Was excited to try this place and went here for a friend's birthday. We did the tasting menu and were here for FOUR hours. Just to clarify, this is not a typo; it took over four hours for us to be served all the dishes! Our reservation was at 8:15 and our Uber home was called at 12:23. It was truly unbelievable. Perhaps most frustrating, was the explanation by management: "you seemed to be enjoying yourselves so we spaced things out." It was if we needed to be silent and appear miserable to receive our plates! I've had long dinners that have been a bit frustrating, sometimes over two hours, but our four hours here will hopefully be a record for our lifetimes. I would not go here unless you have a lot of time on your hands! read more

I had a delightful brunch! Super cute balcony seating area. I plan on coming back for dinner as the dinner menu looked good.

I have been several times to irregardless and have tried both their new happy hour and done the full experience with wine tasting. The food is amazing, service is outstanding and the sommelier is knowledgeable. It's also super nice to hear about the local wine options and support smaller wineries. The location is great and the ambiance is very cute. Worth going and bringing a few people with. I highly recommend it! read more

I tried Irregardless last night with three friends after seeing some delicious looking Instagram posts and we were not disappointed! The pricing was very fair for the tasting menu plus we all did the wine pairing (world and Virginia options) which I highly recommend. We got to try a wide variety of wines that were well paired with each item (different pairings for different dishes) and also got detailed explanations about each. One of us did the vegetarian menu and the rest did the omnivore menu (and all omnivores got the short rib main). We were disappointed in the squash main course on the vegetarian menu and they brought out a whole new plate of delicious brussels even though my friend insisted she was full. FYI they were up front about a 20% service charge which I typically hate because why not just add it to the prices but our server volunteered that it covers their wages (forget his exact wording) and any additional tip isn't necessary, just a nice extra so we didn't feel like we had to tip 20% on top of 20%. read more

Lovely wine bar featuring lots of local (VA) wines. The interior is very quaint and warm ( exposed brick, soft chairs). They'll also let you taste the wine first if you're in the fence. Bartenders are knowledgeable and will steer you in the right direction. If you're looking for a quiet place to stop and have a great drink, you'll enjoy! My only suggestion would be to have music. read more

I was sick with food poisoning within 3 hours after eating a meal here. I called to tell the restaurant so they can not serve what they served me : fermented cider, mushroom gnocchi, Brussels sprouts. The restaurant was defensive stating everything was fresh and no one else called them. The food being fresh is not a determining factor in causing food poisoning. The food could have had salmonella, etc despite being fresh, The person indicated they would call those with reservations to see if anyone else got sick. There was zero apology or sympathy for the fact that I got ill. It is close to my home but I will not be returning after a painful sleepless night after eating at this restaurant. read more

Just don't go. The bill doesn't justify the substandard food. Everything was covered full of cilantro, and I'd prefer Cheesecake Factory than this swing and a miss of a tasting menu. read more

This restaurant has promise and I'm looking forward to the chef and his team stretching their culinary boundaries and solidifying their place in the DC culinary arena. The service was very good. The wine list was okay. I hope they rotate the choices and offer other regions, especially with the pairings. I'll give them about 6 months and go back to see how they've improved. read more

My husband and I had a wonderful evening here. Food was wonderful and the space and staff provided a warm and approachable ambience. We both did the omnivore menu but one had the Virginia wine tasting while the other the world wine tasting. The price point is more than fair and the wine and food proportions were perfect (we still recall a particular tasting menu at another restaurant many years ago where we were both stuffed and beyond tipsy by course 4 of 11). You can actually fully enjoy each course without being overwhelmed. Each wine had a story beyond the usual "It's (fill-in-the-blank) type, from X country, with hints of A, B, and C, and pairs well with Y." We were happy to see a well thought out vegetarian option as well. We look forward to revisiting! read more

I celebrated my birthday here and had a great experience. We were greeted by one of the owners/sommeliers and well cared for during our visit. They brought out complimentary Prosecco to help us celebrate, which was a nice touch! The atmosphere was beautiful, warm, and modern. We tried both tasting menus and the standouts for us were the tomato tartare, the lamb pappardelle (which was house-made), and the short ribs. We tried cocktails and wine and enjoyed them, with the petit manseng from Early Mountain Vineyards in Madison Co VA being the standout! The tasting menus were very generous and we left feeling stuffed and had to take leftovers home. I wish they offered the a la carte menu at the tables on the weekend (and not just the bar), as I felt like the tasting menu was too much food for me to repeat often and I'd like to be a regular here, but I will just be returning more often on weeknights when you can order a la carte from the tables and not just the bar. I loved how both owners (a sweet married couple) were there looking after all of the tables and offering insightful recommendations from the wine list. It's a great addition to H St! read more