I just picked up a to-go order from La Baik on my way to the airport, and I have to give them a…read moreshoutout. My Lyft driver was kind enough to make a quick detour, and Hamdi took incredible care of me. He put together the freshest-looking bowl (I haven't even dug in yet, but just look at it ). The customer service? Top tier. Now... I was fully planning to pass on the mint lemonade, but Hamdi insisted. And when I tell you it's a MUST... I had no idea I was even thirsty until that first sip. It is ridiculously refreshing. If you're anywhere nearby, do yourself a favor and go check them out. You won't regret it.

The service was wonderful -- all of the employees were friendly, happy, and kind. The atmosphere…read morewas really welcoming, and they were very accommodating. The food was good! I got the chicken shawarma bowl. The roasted cauliflower was definitely the best part of the bowl! The mint lemonade was also AMAZING and one of my favorite things I ordered. It's such a cute spot with both indoor and outdoor seating. I would definitely go again!

I ordered my mom her favorite at Vasos for her 79th birthday all the way from Washington State. The…read morestaff were so wonderful and made her dinner a little extra special with a new treat. Always a go to for dinners out. Must visit!! Everything is delicious.

We were greeted and sat quickly. My husband had the breakfast gyro which he said was great. I had…read morethe chicken souvlaki sandwich and the chicken was wonderfully juicy. Delicious pita and good atmosphere.

Super friendly & welcoming Staff, very nice dining area that did not seem overly crammed with nice…read morecolor schemes which made it relaxing. This was a stop on our Old Town Food Tour and we were glad it was. The combination plates that were served gave us an overall sampling of thier menu. Our guild was correct as the Falafel was delicious and not dry. We enjoyed the humus along with the shawarma and pita bread. Overall a nice stop with a very friendly atmosphere.

When we lived in the middle east, I would destroy Lebanese food. It's been hard to find authentic…read moreLebanese food. They had the garlic paste I love and their chicken is the best I have had. Very tender, and very flavorful. I ate so much that I had heart burn all night, but so worth it It's a great restaurant inside and out. It has great lighting and the service was perfect. I'll be back.

Service was very friendly and resident Ambiance was…read moredefinitely like being transported across the waters. Food was delicious and freshly made Highly recommend the rice pudding!

It feels like you've stepped directly into Greece when you arrive at this restaurant! Apparently…read morethey have a pretty nice outdoor patio as well Large menu with tons of options including a very affordable tasting menu with 4-courses included for ~$40 I came here for dinner with my fiance and we tried a variety of dishes. While the hummus and our mocktails were disappointing, the rest of our food was tasty (especially the falafel - it was fantastic!). Service was very fast and people were very friendly

We've been to the Barca Pier for brunch many times but for dinner, this was our maiden voyage, and…read morewe're sorry it has taken this long. Out in the river, a beautiful setting, with some of the tastiest Tapas this side of the old Jaleo! There is literally nothing in their menu that I woukd not highly recommend. Brunch, yes; dinner, ABSOLUTELY!

Went here for a reception party and everything was beyond amazing - food, service, atmosphere -…read morejust everything!!! Every dish they served tasted superb. There was a shrimp dish they couldn't keep in stock. As soon as they filled it up everyone would jump up for more, but they kept refilling it. One guest is a chef and he was trying to figure out how to recreate it. Another great dish were the mini chicken sandwiches. Super yummy! One of the guests was allergic to dairy so they made some sandwiches especially for him without cheese or sauce. I was told the drinks were very good also. The service staff was extremely attentive, helpful and friendly. There was seating inside and outside. It was a beautiful evening so we chose to sit outside. The view looking out to the water was beautiful and peaceful. This is a perfect place to have a small party/reception.

Lovely place for wine and food. The specialty is lamb and seafood - highly recommend the flounder!…read more Service is wonderful - staff make you feel like family. I brought my scooter inside and the staff lifted it for me up the stairs. They also cut all the food in half if you want to share plates and are on point with water pours. Outdoor seating spot is a gem for Alexandria. Beautiful and relaxing and dog friendly.

I'm visiting from another state. The food was delicious. I had the moussaka. I recommend this…read morerestaurant.

I was in Washington D.C. for the weekend and tried this amazing Mediterranean place for lunch. My…read morefriend who recommended this place has been obsessed with the food here and I can totally see why. We ordered mushroom kapnista, Halloumi pide, zaatar pide, htipiti and everything was so delicious. I'm not sure if I enjoyed the combination of dates and mushrooms together but really loved the smoky mushroom by itself. I was also very impressed with the Zaatar pide, it was cheesy and delicious. For desert we ordered greek yogurt with apricot and it was probably the best thing we tried here. The ambience is classy and they have ample of seating space. The overall meal didn't cost us as much as I thought it was, the prices were fairly reasonable!

Not Michelin Star but Zaytinya has The Bib Gourmand distinction which means the restaurant is…read morerecognized by inspectors for offering fantastic food at a reasonable price point. I'm getting better at this! LOL Service was great from the moment we walked in. The ambiance at Zaytinya is exactly what you want from a José Andrés restaurant: light‑filled, contemporary, and buzzing with life. High ceilings, blue‑and‑white tones, and a chic Mediterranean aesthetic make it feel like a getaway in the middle of D.C. It's vibrant, social, and perfect for lingering over mezze crafted under Chef José Andrés' vision. I met another Yelp foodie here so that was a real treat! I love my Yelpies! Let's get into it with one sentence.... Come try this place out! It's taken me months to post this because this girl eats out way too much. For my fellow Yelpers if you haven't already tried, you're missing out! Thank me later! Cheers!

Went here with my husband for our anniversary, and had a gift card. We chose outdoor seating…read morewithout seeing it, I had previously seen pictures of the inside and assumed the outdoor vibes would be just as fun and vibey. I was very wrong. It was literally in the alley, and was giving Covid setup. Definitely would not recommend the outdoor area to anyone. There was no music, the decor was fine but again, looked very subpar and you could tell everyone else that arrived and sat outside after us had the same thoughts. Now to the food. I will say all of it was good, but for the price? I could find another Middle Eastern adjacent restaurant in DC for less money. It was a little outrageous in my opinion. We did choose the tawle experience. The dips with good, and came with endless flatbread. But it was interesting how some of the portions were huge and then others felt like they were skimping. We got huge portions of pickled vegetables and a giant salad, but then when it came to the shrimp kabobs we ordered, we got 5 pieces of shrimp. I will say the steak portion we chose we large, but then again for dessert, it was just a half mason jar size of a chocolate mousse to split...It was just interesting. Several of the staff knew it was our anniversary and they could've given maybe an additional dessert or a glass of champagne but nothing. Again for a restaurant of this caliber, you would just expect more. I say all of this to say, we did have a gift card that covered most of our $300+ meal. But if I were going without that, I would've been even more disappointed. I know people have raved about this place for years, but the original chefs have changed, and I'm understanding more why they've lost their Michelin star. It was good/fine but was far from exceptional.

The BEST , the food felt incredibly fresh and authentically Mediterranean…read more We went in the spring and the outdoor seating was adorable not sure if it is year around but definitely recommend grabbing outdoor seating .

I hate how good the mixed platter is here. The combination of chicken, lamb, rice, veggies, and…read moresauce just hits the spot. It reminds me of filling my belly after a night of club hopping back in NYC, and it's become one of my favorite treats after a late evening. The balance is what keeps bringing me back. You get the savory meat, rice, fresh veggies, and that sauce tying everything together without any one thing taking over. They're also impressively fast with pickup orders, even when I'm ordering around the dinner rush. My only complaint is parking. During busy dinner hours, finding a spot nearby can feel nearly impossible, but apparently that hasn't stopped me from coming back. Great late-night comfort food, consistently quick service, and one of those meals I genuinely look forward to. Keep it up!

My beloved DCG is all the way out in Tysons. Omar's is not nearly as far, if you can tolerate a 20…read moreminute walk from the Potomac Yards Metro. The mixed platter with chicken and lamb was delicious, although I would prefer just to order lamb next time. Just looking at the plate, I knew I couldn't finish the whole thing. I enjoyed the fresh greens on the side and ate as much rice and meat as I could. I had plenty of sauce to pour over everything. Left fully satisfied after eating two thirds of the platter, I cannot wait to dig into the rest later. There is some patio seating on the side of the restaurant. That is an option if you don't have the ability to grab and go or sit in your car. The staff was friendly here and extremely clean inside!

Have been here a few times before…read more Staff is great. Food is good too! I ordered the sampler. Loved it all, but the spicy feta is too spicy for me. I'll opt out of that the next time. My friend ordered the chicken souvlaki platter he really enjoyed it. We actually found a parking space in the back of the restaurant, a small miracle. If in the area, you can't go wrong with this restaurant. In the past, I've spoken to the owner and she's lovely. I assume she's still the owner, but I wouldn't know if the restaurant has turned over or not. If they have new owners, it's still a lovely place. I might add that it has a full bar, which is very surprising for such a small establishment.

The signage is a little deceptive, as this is not a BBQ restaurant, but it was delicious…read morenonetheless the less! A small restaurant that gives mom and pop, authentic vibes. The customer service was good. The food was great. I came on a rainy night, but I'll be back on a nice day to take advantage of the cute patio they have out front.