Needs to be on your "must-try" list in DC. I'm vegetarian and my partner is a carnivore, so I was searching for something that would please two different pallets and give us the "wow" factor. Spoiler alert: this place is amazing. The outside is inconspicuous, and you might just breeze by if you aren't careful. We entered into a small reception area with a beautiful chandelier hanging over a trendy little bar. The staff was warm and inviting. We started with a quick cocktail at the bar (delicious) then were led to our seat upstairs in the dining area where old Victorian pictures hung on the walls. Our server, Rebecca was a delight. She explained the tasting menu to us and asked if we'd like to speak to the sommelier to do a wine pairing with our dinner--about 3.5 glasses total. We chose to do one wine for the whole meal and she helped us with that. Each dish was not only visually appealing but created with great attention to flavor and texture. Each course was delicious and yes, made you say, that's vegan!? Which is exactly the sentiment I wanted to walk away with. My favorite course was definitely the ravioli. We were told the menu changes each month, so you better get there quick before that sucker is gone! Pricey but worth it. This might just be my monthly splurge.. I have to taste what's next! read more

The SERVICE, the AMBIANCE, the MUSIC, the ART, the FOOD, the SYNCHRONIZED food presentation was AMAZING!! This did not disappoint and actually being served by Elizabeth herself is priceless!! Can't wait to visit again!! -Philadelphia read more

Hello Yelpers! Something in the Sake is back with a legendary review of Elizabeth's Gone Raw. Let's start off by saying, the fact that this place does not have a Michelin Star is an absolute travesty. We have one critique of this place, and one critique only, and that is that every time we are here, one course comes out on a textured plate... now, it is a beautiful textured plate, but because of all of the space between the magical little bubbles you will be unable to scrape absolutely everything off of it. As you sit there, slightly sad about the small morsels of food you won't be able to lick off the dish, you will still be happy it happened. This is our third time here and we will come back again, and again, and again.... and again. read more

Elizabeth's - "Sausage" - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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OUTSTANDING service and taste. The last time we went to Elizabeths' was in 1992. Their service was impeccable and still is today. If you haven't been to this really great vegan restaurant you are missing out on some of the most awesome food in Washington DC. The food is expensive but well worth the price. 7 courses of the most delicious food you have ever eaten. read more

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Imagine a delicious meal and lovely ambience and crazy good wine pairings - and then imagine that it's all raw and vegan! No worries for the gluten free dairy free crowd. No stressing over whether to decline the bread and look like a jerk. Nope. No bread. Just kale chips folks - yummy addictive kale chips. The menu is exquisite. The service is perfect. The other reviews are right - you'll leave full and happy and delighted. And sort of sad that they're only open one day a week. read more

Elizabeth's - Five of our six courses. The best was the "pasta" main course and the Meyer lemon cake. Delicious!! - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My husband surprised me with a date and I did not know what to expect. I loved the exclusivity as the restaurant is only open Friday and Saturday evenings. I was apprehensive since it's a Raw restaurant, I've eaten Raw before and everything was cold however, this experience was unlike anything I've had before. Everything was flavorful, balanced and hand crafted. We had over 7 courses, I honestly lost count! They keep you satisfied and our waitress was extremely patient and knowledgeable. Each dish was breathtaking! This was surely an experience I will never forget. read more

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Consistently one of my favorite places when I'm feeling like an upscale vegan menu. This place is in a league of its own and I'd put it up against any luxury restaurant in DC, vegan or not. Once you walk in you feel like your going to get an experience. Once you walk upstairs to your seat, the decor and the music keeps you engaged. The lightly lit boutique has a great ambiance. Now to the food! The chef crafts this vegan and vegetarian experience like no other. They start of with Kale chips and there's a presentation for every meal presented. The taste brings character and life to ingredients you'd never think could taste this good. They're also known for their shrimp-less shrimp. The menu changes frequently so my pictures may not be present with what's on the menu when your reading this. The liquor selection is hand crafted and compliment the menu. The experience makes the pre fix bill bearable when you see it after a few drinks. But once you leave if you enjoy the experience, decor, presentation, and/or ambiance I can guarantee this won't be your last time coming. read more

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Only open on Friday evenings, we were able to get a reservation for 6 while visiting Washington DC. As soon as you walk in you are greeted by an employee. We didn't have our entire party there yet, so we were asked to sit at the bar and order drinks and have their kale chips, which was delicious!! Walked upstairs to our table, the decor is nice and romantic and dimly lit. Servers and wait staff have the greatest attention to detail, any crumb on the table is swept up immediately. And I liked how they described each dish when serving. They made it very interactive and we all had more an appreciation for the food before eating it. Every Friday the menu changes, so we had the following week of July 31st, a prix fix only menu. - (4 stars) Summer Peach Salad: this was very good, although we all wanted more, it was a very tiny portion, and because we liked it, we were disappointed to only have a little of it. They should have given 2 each to the customers to satisfy the cost and flavor. - (5 stars) Cantaloupe Soup: very refreshing, I am not a fan of cantaloupe but the soup flavor was really good. - (5 stars) Heirloom Tomato Salad: loved the plated presentation, there was a bubble of basil which was very interactive and fun to eat. - (5 stars) Raspberry Sorbet: delicious and refreshing, was a little weird with olive oil, but it tasted pretty good with it. - (0 star) Roasted Beet Terrine: entree was too dry and tasteless, I was very disappointed in this entree. All the other entrees before this were amazing and was I excited to try out the next one, but this entree was not up to par as the rest of them were. Everyone at our table hated it. - (5 stars) TCHO Chocolate Mocha Cake: This was really good, glad we were able to end the meal with a delicious dessert, especially after that horrible beet entree. We loved the strawberry sauce and the cake flavors. Overall I would definitely recommend this place for a special occasion. The food overall had great flavors, just make sure to check the menu on their website a few days before, just in case you don't like something in particular, as you can't choose your own items. Stay away from the beet entree! read more

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Excellent experience. The food was creative and delicious. Great variety and deep flavors. Well designed wine pairing. Courteous and attentive staff. We can't wait to return. read more

Fun to try once, but be prepared to shell out big bucks! Went here for my anniversary dinner with my boyfriend as I'm a vegetarian and enjoy vegan food. Originally, I treated him to it - but the bill stacked up, $265 with tip, tax, drinks, and food ($75/person for food), so we ended up splitting it. The decor is ostentatious and feels a bit stuffy - good for the winter, but not the summer. The food is good - 7 course fixed meal, more like snacks with small tapas portions. As the food is raw, it felt like a light meal and wasn't that filling. The soup and kale chips were sub-par. Save the best for last - I like the pistachio sorbet, great flavor. I got an orange gin fruity cocktail while my boyfriend got a bourbon cocktail, they were good but not special. The service is nothing short of 5 stars and best part of the experience, impeccable! Service is friendly and Elizabeth herself made it to our table. She told us about her past and how a raw diet helped her fight breast cancer, which led to to the origin of the restaurant. It was a touching story. I love the concept, but honestly didn't think the food and ambiance was worth the cost. Elizabeth's story made the experience worth it. If you have some money to spare and want to try the ever changing rotating menu, then go ahead and tickle your curiosity. read more

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Elizabeth's was an amazingly unique dining experience for my partner and I. We eat mostly vegan so I was immediately intrigued when I found out about an all raw, all vegan fine dining restaurant. I've experienced vegan, raw, and fine dining, but never all three at once! You will need a reservation. They have typically only been open on Friday nights, but they are now open on Saturday nights as well. I made an Open Table reservation about a week in advance. The menu is prix fixe seven course meal for $80pp with an optional $60 wine pairing. You should also know that a service charge will be added to your bill. I cannot recall the percentage, either 18% or 20%. Cocktails are about $15 each. So, all in all this is a pretty expensive meal. Our bill was about $280 for two people but we had planned to make this a priority during our most recent visit to D.C. The location is not marked with the name of the restaurant from the outside and can be a bit tricky to find if you aren't searching for the street address. The restaurant is in a beautiful space that is also used as an events venue. The downstairs has an intimate bar where you can grab a cocktail while you wait for your table. The dining room is upstairs and also quite beautiful. We were seated in the window overlooking L St. so we had a great view of the dining area and the incredible art work within. The tables are all traditionally set so if you are like me and can't remember the details of your etiquette classes, do a little googling before you arrive so you know which utensil to use for each course. The menu changes monthly. When we were the there in May 2018, the courses were as follows: charcoal blood oranges, jicama soup, pablano pepper flan, truffle purple potatoes, snowbelt cyser granita, sous vide indian eggplant, and goat cheese cake. This is a tasting menu so portions are small for each course, but believe me you will be quite full. My favorites were the truffle potatoes and the goat cheese cake but each course was so unique and thoughtfully prepared so it is hard to pick favorites. Keep in mind that the establishment offers only vegan ingredients so the traditionally names used for the dishes are only for the sake of comparison. The service was top notch. The mixologist was superb. He was knowledgeable about their offerings and made suggestions to make sure our cocktails were perfect. This was an all around great experience and definitely worth the price. This would be a great place for a date night or special occasion. read more

Last night I surprised my love with our first completely vegan raw meal. Being the steak on the bone freak I am, I figured we should try vegan at the best place in the DMV. We found it. It was more than a meal, it was an experience. The service was one of the best I have experienced, and I've been to some of the best establishments. The quality of the food was impeccable. Most of the 8 courses were fantastic, one was ok - that was not the fault of the chef, just not my thing. Before we went there I thought we were going to have to stop at Five Guys on the way home. Not at all. I was completely stuffed and satisfied. If you are a carnivore and want to try vegan that's not all tomatoes and onions, go to Elizabeth's Gone Raw, open Friday's only. read more

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So delicious and a must visit even if you're not a vegan. Such inventive, thoughtful and delicious dishes. Elizabeth and staff are also impeccably attentive and wonderful. read more

We found EGR to be one of a kind and unsurpassed in Washington, for the food, service and luxurious ambience. I think one has not had a current dining experience until trying the "caviar" and enjoying the courses including tender filled jalapeño, resilient and surprisingly delicious and colorful tomato skin wrapped treats, on to the "Wellington" eventually into dessert with a rich slurp able reduction that is like tasting a unique flavor sensation for the first time. The sommelier ensures incredible pairings with each course. The servers are well informed, timely and discreet. They apatently genuinely care about the patrons' dining experience. The chef is an absolute alchemist - skilled and dedicated to a delicious, satisfying, innovative dining fare. From the welcoming salon style bar to the oil painting-adorned opulence of the spacious yet intimate dining room, Elizabeth's is an extraordinary dining experience. We loved it and look forward to the very next time. And Love that it is relaxed yet they still use what appears to be silver, and actual white linen table cloths. read more

My boyfriend follows a plant-based diet so I figured this restaurant would be the perfect spot to take him on his birthday. I made reservations well in advance as this place is only open on Fridays. The place was a bit hard to find--look for a blue-gray row house with a small gold plated sign right next to the main door (don't bothering knocking). As we soon as we entered, a friendly woman greeted us, took our coats and walked us upstairs to the dining area. The space was romantic and cozy, but the décor felt outdated and didn't really compliment the restaurant's modern twist on raw vegan cuisine. The food was mostly delicious but considering how pricey this place can get (cocktails/wine pairings, added 20 percent service fee), I guess we expected a little bit more. Don't get me wrong, the dishes were well-thought-out with unique, unexpected flavor combinations, but some are decidedly better than others. The kennebec potato gnocchi dish had too many elements and flavors didn't go well together; same with the meyer lemon confit dish--it didn't taste as good as how beautiful it looked. The kale chips were delicious and we would probably return just for them. The service was excellent and the person who brought out the dishes was super friendly and knowledgeable, although he did forget two of the course descriptions. I want to give a big thank you to the staff for bringing out a candle and a birthday card for my boyfriend. It was extremely thoughtful. Overall, it was a fantastic experience and we would love to come back and try another tasting menu read more

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Simply outstanding! This restaurant makes incredible art out of vegetables. It's the only place I enjoy eating out as a vegan--it's infinitely more creative & exciting than anything I can cook. Flavors, textures & presentation are meticulously thought out & elegantly executed. Beautiful ambiance, high quality service, easy parking, $85/dinner, expect to spend about 3 hours here. Truly a special place. Enjoy. read more

Beautiful plating and great service, but for a meat eater I'd go spend my money elsewhere. That said, it was a delightful dining experience, as an adventurous eater, I'm always willing to try restaurants and explore what they have to offer. The plating was beautiful, the techniques and use of textures on the plates help elevate the plates. The place was packed (as expected since reservations are highly recommended). They are open on Friday only. Street parking available but hard to find. read more

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I cannot say enough wonderful things about Elizabeth's Gone Raw! The food is creative, delicious, unique, and beautifully and purposefully presented. The service is careful and attentive, and the setting is calm, classy, and enjoyable. I highly recommend doing the wine pairing with dinner, as each wine perfectly complements the dish with which it is served, and it is a great way to try a variety of impeccable wines. The entire experience is perfect from start to finish! read more

Elizabeth's Gone Raw is by far my favorite restaurant. My partner and I celebrate all our birthdays and anniversaries at EGR. The building/ ambiance are romantic and the music couldn't be better. The staff are not only friendly and welcoming but also super knowledgeable about the menu. Each dish is a work of art. Seriously, even if you're a die-hard carnivore, you won't miss the meat here. read more

I wanted to love this place, not only because my husband made the reservation as a special birthday treat but also because the aesthetic, the charm and the food looked and smelled divine upon entering. Upon being seated, we were taken upstairs to the dining area, very pretty and dimly lit atmosphere, perfect for a date night. My cocktail was SO good, a gin/elderflower/Prosecco cocktail...the name escapes me. We added the kale chips to our order, anticipating we might not get full from the tasting menu because, let's be honest, sometimes that happens. Kale chips were seasoned well, the serving size was quite large and they were addicting. Now for the tasting menu: dishes 1,2, 3, 4 were good (not great), the parsley soup was tasty and the celery sorbet was one of my favorite bites of the night. This is where things go downhill for us The 'Entree' was inedible for me...the potato/beets lacked flavor, the leeks were very fibrous and something on the plate was SO bitter, my taste buds could not take any more than 2 small bites before quitting - very very disappointing. I will also note, I witnessed the couple sitting next to me send the entree back with negative reviews shortly after (they were one course behind us.) I mentioned I did not like the entree to the waitress who was very nice but just took the dish and continued on. The dessert was also a miss for me, The bergamot gelato was not very good (in my opinion) and had no place next to a tiramisu which seemed heavy on the rum sauce and so I had to eat solely the middle of the "cake" to avoid the rum sauce. To be clear, I love a rum scented sauce or cream...this was too much. I was able to eat, not enjoy, a few bites from the middle of the tiramisu only. Overall, I would not recommend this place solely on the dishes we experienced and the price we paid. I understand a tasting menu is something that there is always a little gamble with, you are not going to love every course, however, nothing blew us away, while some of the first courses were good, none were great and an inedible entree (which I witnessed the same for the table next to us) seems like a huge negative in my review process. Staff was great, atmosphere was lovely, the plating first class, if only we enjoyed the meal more (much more.) read more

After reading the few negative reviews on here all I can say is those people need smacked. I can honestly say this was my favorite meal I have ever had. When you think of raw vegan what comes to mind is nothing close to what you receive here. If everyone had a chance to try raw vegan food on this level I really think more people would be open to the idea. I would never imagine that such rich and interesting flavors could come from this kind of food. Nor did I think it could be so filling. My boyfriend suprised me with reservations to Elizabeth's while we were in town and I can say we will definitely be making the 4 hour drive to DC just to come back here. We were so impressed. The staff was so great, the food was amazing, and we really enjoyed the feel of the restaurant. Next time we come we will definitely get the wine tasting as well. read more

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, , ... Overpriced and underwhelming. We left hungry and went to get a burger. The service and decor were great though. - -! () read more

This place is nothing short of amazing. Customer service was really great and even during this pandemic, I had a great experience. Everyone was very spread out and all staff had ok masks so I felt comfortable. Our waiter was very informative and accommodating. And the food... there isn't words to describe how good it was! It's not even one of the best vegan meals I've ever had, it's one of the best meals I've ever had period. Would highly recommend eating here! read more

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My wife and I came from Florida - both vegan, one gluten free - and dined with two local relatives - both carnivores, one seriously so who is also gluten free. The experience was excellent from start to finish for all of us. A unique and singular dining experience, especially in the world of vegan cuisine. The fine attention to detail began before I ever left Florida, with Elizabeth phoning me personally to answer a question I'd left on their answering machine. I will be honest and say that - although they do an exceptional job at explaining each meal and answering any questions - I could not explain to you what I ate beyond saying that each course was fantastic. The subtle mixing of flavors and textures, the creative plating, the complimentary dishes - even with food that I had a frame of reference for, like ravioli...truthfully, I do not know how one ever reaches such levels of expertise, craftsmanship, and skill to even imagine and conceptualize such dishes, much less execute them so successfully. Our taste buds were singing and dancing through all six courses. One person in our party got the paired wine tasting and we were all impressed with sommelier Michael Markarian's fine palate and the obvious joy with which he presented each coupling. The pricing seems a little high ($105 per plate) until you get there and realize all that you are getting and the atmosphere and professionalism in which it is being served; trust me, it's a bargain! Knowing that the menu is constantly changing, I look forward to returning to Elizabeth's on my next visit to D.C. (Yelp would not let me add photos, but each dish looked like a work of art!) read more

This is a wonderful restaurant. I wish it could be transported to the Bay Area. When my husband and I recently visited Washington DC, I thought it was going to be extremely difficult to find vegan restaurants. Well, not only did we find healthy vegan restaurants, but I found a fabulous raw vegan restaurant. Elizabeth's Gone Raw is AH-mazing. AH-mazing. They have a pre-fixe meal that starts with your appetizer and moves through to dessert, along with pallet cleansers in between. The dishes were the perfect portion size, so when the entire meal was finished, you didn't feel over stuffed- you felt satiated and pleased. You feel like you ate a great meal that was easily digested. They have a full bar as well, I noticed. (I don't drink.) They served us some great mock-tails, which we appreciated. The restaurant is located in a stunning home that has been converted to this beautiful restaurant. Downstairs you'll find a sexy bar, lit with all the glamorous and sultry swanky lighting, while upstairs is the dining area. Food = 10 Decor = 10 Staff = 10 Ambiance = 10 Note the restaurant is only open on Fridays and Saturdays, so be sure to make your reservation. Always call, as my husband and I got lucky and were able to get in on the Friday we arrived. This is a GEM. read more

Its a really great experience especially if youre vegan or like fine dining. We had 5 different courses with eccentric flavors and textures. They served them all at the perfect time too! No excessive waiting, or rushing. We got to thoroughly enjoy each dish. Its a really nice concept, my partner and I enjoyed our time together. The bartender is excellent, just dont get the expresso martini. I sent it back, and they happily replced it with a different drink that I enjoyed (the Hemingway). However, if you're looking to be full, you may be disappointed because they serve small plates. Overall, I'm glad we went, it was a thoughtful selection of entrees and they accommodated my nut allergies throughout the entirety of our experience & the customer service was spot on. Yes its worth the money, treat yourself to something nice. read more

From the moment you step into the unassuming townhouse front door, it is another world. The service is attentive as soon as you arrive, marking it as a fine dining experience. We were quickly seated (per reservation) and the waiter explained that it would be a tasting menu. We opted for a bottle of red wine, rather than the pairings menu; when it appeared that the one we selected was not available, the sommelier was helpful in suggesting a great alternative. The food is the main event and it really was an experience. It was a special meal for us and lived up to the occasion. There were seven courses and whilst I really can't do justice to the inventiveness in words, I do recommend it. There cannot be many occasions where I will have a dish served over dry ice, creating a beautiful mist effect on my plate. Our favorites were the papusa and the pear sorbet, but we enjoyed everything. I strongly recommend this for anyone who wants to try a fine dining vegan experience. read more

Oh. My. Gosh. How have I lived in DC for so many years and never gone here? It was beyond a treat! The hostess could not have been more welcoming, sweet, and bubbly. The dude in the bar was quirky and fun. The service in the restaurant was so over the top amazing. It is clearly a very well organized operation. Now to the food. 7 courses. Incredible. The kale chips should count as an 8th course because they are so delicious. I had to be careful not to ruin my appetite eating all the chips. I truly had no idea raw food could taste like this. And the presentation...wow. I can not wait to go back. Things to note: Sound is great. You cant really hear anyone else, just the sound of quiet talking. There is a parking garage. There is a coat check. Dress nicely. This is white table cloth. Men were not wearing ties, but I didnt see anyone wearing jeans. Come hungry. The plates are small, but the food adds up. read more

Seriously??? How can I even begin to describe the delight and divinity of tonights dining experience? First thevenue is intimate and upon entrance to the elegant bar area, we were greeted as if we were friends and family joining a personal dinner party. So very welcoming! Lovely and tasty kale chips in the bar area and coat check nearby we did not have to seek out. They were anticipating our every need! Once our party of 4 arrived, we were taken to the beautiful dining area upstairs. The wait staff went out of their way to share their uniquely crafted drinks and even made something custom tailored for us on the spot. We were all pleased and impressed. Our waiter Clay was perfect. He had wonderful presentation skills and a great sense of humor. We all love to laugh and he made excellent jokes and also rolled well with our jokes back. The service!!! It was over the top amazing. There were 4 of us and for each course, multiple servers came out together (like a beautifully synchronized ballet) so we would all be served simultaneously. As I said earlier, every need was anticipated and the table service was the same. But it was the perfect balance of giving space and attending to our needs. The FOOD. To die for. Elizabeth, seriously? Do you devise all of these delicious courses all on your own? When you go here You will not even begin to think all of this is raw. The flavors are masterful, the presentation is gorgeous. In short we had a wonderful time here from absolutely every possible perspective. BIG recommendation!! read more

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This place has excellent food and top notch service. We were very impressed with the whole experience. Plant based food never tasted so good. will definitely be back! read more

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Elizabeth's Gone Raw transcends fine dining and guides us through a spiritual experience via our taste buds every time. With each course, all five senses are engaged, surprised and delighted. On more than one occasion, a morsel of food has connected me to deep emotion, memory, an elevated vibration of gratitude. The service is not just impeccable, it is graceful, kind, nurturing and anticipatory of your every need/desire. There is a warmth that emanates from the whole team, a sign of their passion for the food and wine, and their clear desire to share that passion with others. This place takes hospitality and food to an art form. Last but not least, their playlist is phenomenal and also quite transporting. Every detail matters! read more

We just had the most amazing birthday celebration dinner at Elizabeth's Gone Raw. The food was delicious and the presentation amazing. We felt horrible that we weren't able to finish all of the food in each course. There is a lot of food! The service was extremely attentive and very engaging. Emily was our server and she couldn't have been more gracious or accommodating. We enjoyed the descriptions of each course and her enthusiasm for the richness of the flavors, seasonings and preparations. She greatly enhanced our experience. The sommelier was truly amazing. His love and passion for his role at the restaurant is palpable. We loved listening to his description of the dessert wine and will surely do the wine pairing during our next visit. read more

OMG. Can I give this place 10 stars? After eating here, I feel like I need to revise my rating system! (Though, that would really be unfair to other establishments...) Anyway, let me begin with thanking my BFF for an amazing bro date and making reservations at this place, which had been on my Yelp bucket list (and should probably be on anyone's Life bucket list, finances permitting). If you are looking for an upscale evening and a very filling, *SEVEN* course meal, consider Elizabeth's Gone Raw. So, first, yes: you do need to make reservations. We were able to make Saturday evening, dinner reservations for 2 about a week in advance (it wasn't a holiday or anything) so it shouldn't be too long of a wait. Second, the restaurant caters to adults (thank gawd) so there are no children's drinks or menus. Perfect if you are trying to get away, not perfect if you like tag-alongs. That also said, the menu only had about 3-4 nonalcoholic juice type beverages other than alkaline water; the rest of the drink menu was a very extensive wine and cocktail menu. (I did not really look at either since I wasn't ordering from either, but I'm sure they were good.) Finally, while there did not seem to be a dress code, I understood that any place with countless utensils per dish, multiple courses, and reservations meant that jeans with holes or other teenage mutant ninja street clothes would be extremely poor taste. Both my friend and I wore button down shirts, women around us seemed to dress in business casual. Alright, on to the food! I mentioned it was a seven course meal. Some of the courses looked like tiny snacks and some like small meals. But as I explained to my friend, one at a time you might think there is no way you will get full, but if you imagined all of the food stacked on your plate at once, you'd be overwhelmed before you were through. Plus, despite everything being raw plant based, the food was incredibly rich and with artful combinations of flavors that were incredibly satisfying. I asked my friend to take pictures of each item because my phone is... *sensitive*... so minus one which we dug into too quickly, I think I will be able to upload the tasting menu from March. Also, it really doesn't make sense to describe every single item... maybe I will edit this post later and do so, but for now, I will just describe my friend and my mutual favorites. The first was the Almond Jerusalem Sunchoke Crême, which was a creamy, peppery soup with a riced cauliflower center, and the Quinoa Roja Cake, which was served with a "buttermilk" sauce (not sure the base) and chopped pimentos. Oh, and the Cherry Coffee Tea Ice Cream with meringue and berries was AMAZING, of course. I felt like each course was so complex with components varying in flavors, textures, moisture content, and temperatures even, that it actually felt like each part told a story of some kind, and that the sum of the parts truly felt like we had gone on a journey by the end. I have never experienced anything like that before and believe it is a true testament to the talent and genius of the chef!! I think that covers the experience. I will definitely edit this to update the precise course names and add further details, but for now, I hope this encourages others to enjoy a similar experience! read more

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This restaurant must sit in the center of heaven! The delicately balanced deliciousness of Elizabeth's gone raw is intriguing and powerful on ones palate. Our concierge Rebecca, was a delightful addition to our meal... I call her that because she was BEYOND a server she was knowledgeable of the product that was being delivered, she explained every dish with confident pleasure captivating our minds while purposefully engaging our hearts with her graceful personality. The delicacies served within this fine establishment treat your temple to lavish and exquisite flavors that allow your mind to travel to exotic lands yet never leave your table! 3 cheers to the staff and the chef and to ELIZABETH! My everything says thank you-namaste read more

Elizabeth's - Celery verbena cheesecake - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We love this place - as plant based eaters it is our go to special place restaurant. The menu is always surprising and exciting, the setting beautiful, and the staff professional and spot on read more

Things to know about this restaurant: 1. They serve only raw vegan food 2. Only open on Fridays 3. Make reservations, it's better! 4. 6 course meal prix fixe menu: served in smaller portions. If you're a big guy, you may not get full. 5. $75 per person; price is more expensive if you want to do the wine pairings. 6: Kale chips are so delicious! (Not included in the 6 courses, they will give it to you as a snack, so no need to ask) 7. They change their menu every week! So every time you come it's a surprise Elizabeth's gone raw was definitely on my list of restaurants to try while visiting in DC. Me and my boyfriend were visiting from LA so we might as well go all out on food. I'm a vegetarian and he's a straight up carnivore, so I was so touched that he was down to try an all vegan restaurant for me while we were on our trip. The decoration here is so beautiful. It looks like an old cozy house that they just turned into a restaurant. Me and my boyfriend were the first people there at 6pm sharp. We sat at the bar first to order our drinks and then headed upstairs to get seated. I got some strawberry cocktail ($14) which was pretty good. There was a mixed emotions of flavors running through my mouth; it was sweet, salty and sour all at the same time. Pretty cool lol Where do I even begin with food?! Amuse Chanterelle Ravioli: this was my favorite out of all the dishes. The texture of the pasta was nothing like real pasta, but the flavors in the ravioli and the sauce surrounding it made up for it. Start White Corn Soup: I also liked this dish because it had truffle in it. I'm a HUGE truffle fan, so put it in any dish and I will love it. They give you a BIG piece of truffle inside the soup as well. Places in LA just give you thin shavings, but this piece was super thick. I didn't like how the soup was cold though, I'm just used to drinking soup hot. Appetizer Coconut Heart of Palm Carpaccio: I enjoyed the black seaweed caviar that was on top of this dish, but I wasn't a fan of the sauce or the coconut itself. The coconut had no flavor to it so it tasted like I was eating a raw crunchy vegetable. Intermezzo Sour cherry and lavender sorbet: YUM! This was so delicious that I ate my boyfriends as well. I don't normally like cherry, but I didn't think this tasted like cherry at all. It was really refreshing, icy and sweet. Entree Poached Green Asparagus and Sage Tabouli: the asparagus itself was really enjoyable. They poached it in water for 3 days so it definitely fattened up the asparagus and gave it an awesome crunch to it. I also loved the coconut bacon, it didn't taste anything like bacon of course, but I loved the texture because it felt like I was eating candy. I didn't like the tomatoes in the tabouli that much, because I'm not a tomato fan, but if they just had the cucumbers I would have liked it more. The apricot egg yolk really looked like an egg yolk to me, I was so impressed. But the taste was kind of bland, I wish it was more sweet because when I think of apricot I think of the sweet fruit. Dessert Mango and Black Pepper Ice Cream with a Chocolate Brownie: I loved the ice cream, I forsure tasted the hint of the black pepper and I surprisingly enjoyed it. The chocolate brownie was so hard for me to eat, I usually don't like chocolate in general, so I was wondering if I would like vegan chocolate, and I forsure just couldn't eat it loll. The texture was just so gross. It was really pasty, dry and bland. Even with the ice cream, it did not taste good. The thing I love about this place is that the workers describe every single dish in very good detail. They tell us exactly what the dish is, what everything is made out of, how they cook it, and how long they cook it for. I find it so interesting and fascinating how chefs can mimic meat/seafood dishes, but make them out of completely different ingredients. read more

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This restaurant is fantastic. The organic, vegan menu is wonderful. The food is more delicious than any other food I've ever eaten at a restaurant, and I've been to multiple Michelin-starred venues. The service is impeccable, and the servers are highly attentive and knowledgeable. I've been here on three separate occasions, and each visit only increased my admiration. Rarely has a restaurant been so enjoyable that I came back again. Thank you, Elizabeth's Gone Raw, for the unparalleled dining experience. read more

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4.75 The reviews are true. This place is stellar. I made reservations here to impress my only beloved vegan in my life, my Aunt! This was truly an experience. Seven courses, all beautifully plated and presented with explanation by our wonderful server. Each course was full of robust flavors and textures! My Aunt was busy taking pics of her food and talking about each one! Mission accomplished! My experience and the atmosphere was just wonderful from making reservations on Open Table, the smiling hostess with coat check, to the candle lit Victorian setting, the neat and clean bathrooms with hand towels, the neo soul jazz and Portuguese music to meeting Elizabeth herself. This was an awesome upscale, vegan experience. Now, I ate a late lunch (3:30pm) not anticipating being full off of grass and foam--which is what i thought! I was horribly wrong and wish I hadn't eaten that late before our 8:30pm seating. I was full and wasn't sure if I was going to make it through the next 4 courses! While there is a prefixe menu for each Friday seating, there was one house made soda option outside of the wine and water. For $8 it was just ok, maybe I shouldn't have ordered it. While everything was wonderful, being non-vegan, I probably wouldn't return any time soon. Great experience, but pretty pricey for an exploring non vegan that can get it cheaper, elsewhere. Would I return annually for a special occasion like my Aunt's birthday? Yes! read more

I really cannot begin to comprehend why this place gets such outstanding reviews. I'll start by pointed out the few good parts about EGR (what earned it a two star instead of a one) before I get to the bad.. Pros: -Bartender is great and makes really awesome drinks -The food is pretty. -Everyone was extremely nice and accommodating (even my terrible server was nice, see more info on what made him awful below). -The dessert dishes are tasty and they were able to reproduce the taste of real blue cheese in the fig dish. Cons -I had a really inexperienced server. He was trying his best, but kept on mumbling through each description, was not knowledgeable about the complexities of each dish, and was painfully shy. At one point, he described my dish as having corn, when the plate actually contained carrots. I asked him what the round chocolate things were on the dessert dish and he said figs. Upon tasting, it was actually chocolate creme. Servers can sometimes make or break a dining experience and this one definitely made the experience of dining here worse. -I understand that the food is raw, but my god at least try to incorporate some flavor please! The parsnip soup was described as having smoked leek butter in it. However, I was not prepared to have a glob, literally, of "butter" in the middle of my dish surrounded by parsnip juice. It was like getting a stick of Earth Balance, then dipping it into a green cold pressed juice and eating it. The flavor and texture made me want to gag. -The warm potato foam was described as having hickory infused shitake mushrooms. First of all it was not foam. It was more like a potato reduction. Second, there was the tiniest amount of shitake at the very bottom of the dish. It lacked any kind of balanced flavor and was very slimy and cold. It tasted like I was eating phlegm. -The dining room decor is romantic, with candles and paintings of old school Victorian portraits. However, the ambiance is a better fit for a french reataureant or something of the like. The decor is grossly mis-matched for a place that has such a progressive concept and uses modern culinary techniques like foam throughout its menu. I could go on and on about how dissapointing the food was. Even more so, I can express my anger and frustration for having this poor of a dining experience come out to be over $130 (I was a solo diner). Instead, I'll say that after I paid my bill, I stopped by Hip City Veg on the way home and ordered a vegan burger with sweet potato fries (~ $15). Please save yourselves and your wallets from the lackluster food that is found at Elizabeth's Gone Raw. No amount of culinary curiosity is worth dining at this place. read more

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Hands down, one of the best raw vegan restaurants I have been to. 6 days to prep, 1 day to serve. I wish more places picked up on this concept. Nothing better than eating raw. One of 7 dishes-portobello fillet with aromatic spices, fennel and luxardo seed, marinated spinach, white asparagus, truffle butter, coffee demi-glacé tasted amazing. read more

Elizabeth's - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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