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    Fred & Stilla

    4.2 (37 reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 11:00 AM, 12:00 pm - 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Susan S.

    Ambiance 3 stars Service 3 stars Food 4 stars Food was good but service was a bit slow.

    Korean Fried Chicken & Waffles
    Cassandra B.

    This restaurant is in a hotel. The decor is chic and modern. It's a bit hot sitting in the sun near the windows, which don't have curtains, so keep that in mind. There weren't a lot of people there so we got quick service. I ordered the Korean fried chicken and waffle. The chicken was crispy and flavorful. I enjoyed the sauce. It was tangy but went well with the sweetness of the syrup. The waffle was freshly made. The portion was large. I enjoyed the experience eating at Fred & Stilla.

    Leg of lamb.   A definite highlight
    Olakunle O.

    Fred & Stilla is an endearing restaurant with windows perfect for people watching during your meal. We came in on a Sunday afternoon and they weren't terribly busy so they had two bartenders working the bar and serving tables, which was a mistake as I'll detail later. Our server/ bartender was friendly and helpful in navigating the menu. We opted for the spring roll and Korean chicken as appetizers, the butternut squash soup and lamb as entrees, and the apple pie creme brulee cheesecake for dessert. Our server did an admirable job attending to our drinks but we noticed that each stage of the meal took an inordinate amount of time. It is my suspicion that the food was prepared but our server lost track of time or was swamped at the bar because our appetizers and entrees were a smidge over lukewarm when they were served. The flavors were pretty good with the lamb being a definite standout. The brussel sprouts were tasty with candied cranberries but the sprouts weren't cooked through and had a crispy exterior but a soggy inedible interior. I just ate the crispy portions and left the rest of the spongy mess to the side. The apple pie creme brulee cheesecake for dessert was an interesting one. My one gripe was that the apples should have been diced finely so that the texture of the apples didn't overwhelm the crust of the cheesecake. It was *this* close to being perfect. I would return to give them another chance because I think they're a tweak or two away from being a great restaurant.

    Flourless Chocolate Cake
    Ree T.

    It's a great feeling to travel the world through food. The menu is inspired by the surrounding embassies. It allows for you to have food from multiple regions of the world. The food is delicious and served fresh. The service is timely. The environment can be intimate and cool for a group. It's situated in a hotel and it does not have the hotel feel or vibe.

    Hanger Steak
    Trulea C.

    This restaurant is a gem of DC based on quality of food, service, price points and experience. Hubby and I came for a staycation. We loved the global concept. Cocktails were delicious. All of their wine was very reasonable on taste and price point, nothing (other than champagne) was over $60 for the bottle. The food was delicious and the portions were delicious. I especially loved the octopus appetizer. Can't wait to come back. Our server José made the best recommendations and was the perfect balance of giving us time to enjoy our experience while also taking care of all of our dining needs.

    Octopus Dabu Dabu
    Angela K.

    I really wanted to give this a 5, but consistency in quality of dishes was not there. I'd come back for the Kenyan curry though. When I first came, I got the curry from Kenya (I believe) and it was DELICIOUS!! I loved it. Wasn't like anything I tasted and very flavorful with the right consistency. But then i came back a second time and got the octopus, the poutine, and 2 beef dishes. The poutine was the best tasting out of the 4 dishes we ordered... Octopus was overcooked and way too chewy (in a bad way). The 2 beef dishes needed a lot more salt. Love the concept of this restaurant but would probably stick to only 1-2 dishes.

    Swordfish with Peas N' Rice -- well-seasoned and solid 3 out of 5. Would've been better with red snapper (not offered when we visited).
    Whitney J.

    Our meal was a solid 3.5, so I rounded up. Cocktails were delicious (fyi: Aloe Hola is perfect and the Brasserie Special is good if you like sweet drinks), tomato bisque was good but not great, and our entrees (Swordfish w/ Peas & Rice and Aji Panca Costilla) were both solid. This wasn't the best meal I've had, but it was seasoned well and the portions were generous. The space is hip-looking, but located inside a family-friendly hotel and pretty empty around 8pm on a Tuesday. We had lots of seating options, including a balcony patio that allowed us to enjoy the nice weather while avoiding street level. Service was casual and not especially attentive, but all our needs were met. All in all, I'll come back to try more on the menu.

    Apple Tart a la Mode and Crème Brulée Cheesecake
    Surge C.

    To celebrate Valentine's Day, my husband and I decided to try Fred & Stilla. There weren't too many reviewed but we loved how the menu was inspired by Embassy Row. For libations, we settled on the Cherry Blossom 75, which was made with Roku gin, cherry blossom syrup, lemon juice, and Zonin Prosecco- perfectly balanced and refreshing. For starters we got the suya chicken skewers (dukkah spices with peanut sauce), farro tabbouleh salad (farro, feta, pomemgranate and lemon dressing), and the black bean salsa dip with plantain chips. The suya chicken skewers were delicious and reminded us of our time in West Africa- definitely a must if this is on their regular menu. I love me a good salad and the farro tabbouleh did not disappoint- I am on a mission to perfect this at home. The black bean salsa dip was a bit too salty for my liking and we both were underwhelmed by it. Now on to the mains- I settled on the aji panca costilla, a 72 hour braised short rib with roasted potatoes, sauteed cabbage and carrots. The pepper tomato sauce was extremely salty, as was the sauteed cabbage. Definitely my least favorite item of the evening. My husband got the braised lamb shanks, which came with creamy polenta, glazed carrots, and was topped with mushroom red wine sauce. His dish was much better than mine and the lamb was so tender. Even though we were stuffed, we knew we couldn't leave without dessert (mainly because it was included in our prix fixe menu, haha). He got the apple tart a la mode, which was fine to me, but he loved it. I got the crème brulee cheesecake, which was perfectly torched and sweetened- I would def get it again. Overall we had a lovely dining experience and I would highly recommend checking them out for a glimpse at some phenomenal international dishes.

    Desserts!
    Ruchi S.

    Great find! We were going to a comedy show nearby and I was looking for a restaurant in the area. Fairly new so not a lot of reviews but decided to try anyway based on the eclectic menu. It's located in the Ven boutique hotel and is super modern and minimalist...almost missed it. The service was top notch...they knew it was my bday and had a nice card and small gift waiting at the table! We had 2 vegetarians in our group of 4 and they accommodated everyone's special requests. The food was just awesome! I got the Cherry Blossom prix fix menu that came with the chicken satay, tuna bowl and dessert. All of it was great and I was really blown away by the dessert which didn't seem that appealing to me originally. It was cherry blossom ice cream/sorbet with matcha sponge cake...both amazing! My friends got the Kuku Paka dish but only with vegetables and all 4 of us LOVED it! All the food was a big hit and the experience was great! They were also aware we had to get to the show so they kept everything moving. Will definitely be back here...great hidden gem!

    Fattoush Mixed Green Salad
    Christian W.

    The food was excellent. I started with the house salad which was decent. I thought it could've had more dressing but it was good overall. Next I had the Korean Fried Chicken and it was one of the best Korean fried chickens I've ever had. It was moist, juicy, tender, seasoned well, and just the right amount of sauce. I also had the braised lamb shank which was excellent. It was tender and the sauce with it was excellent. I had the Aloe Hola cocktail which was ok, it was too much Aloe for me. The service was good, even though I was the only one there lol and the aesthetic and ambiance were nice as well. I will definitely be going back and not telling my friends lol!

    Moriah C.

    Quiet and quaint sit-in restaurant. Absolutely love the decor. Service was impeccable. Ask for Millian!! He was pleasant and top tier from start to finish. The food...We tried the Montreal Pastrami, Korean Chicken, and the chicken strips. All were great!! This will be an easy recommendation in the future!

    Fredburger
    Anna G.

    As I was already staying at The Ven, I didn't have to go far to find good food (good morning drip coffee, too). Really nice area, comfortable/cozy booth seating. Loved watching passersby out the window. I got the Fredburger, absolutely delicious! And probably the best fries I've ever had. The waiter was very friendly and was just the right amount of attentive in my opinion (I was enjoying a solo dinner and reading a book). Really nice dining experience.

    Sly'VEN Orchard cocktail
    Ian H.

    A friend suggested already-on-my-list Fred & Stilla after seeing a site's recommended restaurants for Lunar New Year. Well, I cannot put into words just how they lived up to the hype without carrying on but will certainly try with a Cliff's Notes version... Located just a short walk from Dupont Metro, they're located right on Mass Ave at the Ven. There are two entrances so feel free to use the first you see. I did and enjoyed ogling over their lavish bar found restaurant center as I walked to the concierge. Presented with three menus, I was tempted to order something off each. The first was their current, embassy inspired menu. Remember, it's the menus' theme seeing they are on Embassy Row, OK? The second reflected their Lunar New Year options with the third being their drink menu. I focused on the LNY menu and, naturally, their drink menu. Both food and drink were stellar, A1. My drink, Sly'VEN Orchard, was decided upon in conjunction with both my server (Donna, I think) and the bartender as I was torn between their new and initial cocktail selection. INCREDIBLE. Just drool over the pics as there is simply no need for me to address notes of this, hints of that. Lunar New Year dinner was three courses where I opted for the Wafu Salad, Pork Laap Lettuce Wrap and Red Bean Sesame Balls, each inspired by their respective embassies of course. The Japanese inspired salad was generously portioned yet light and flavorful. The Laotian wraps were an enjoyable build your own fare and the most beautifully plated, DIY I've devoured in a minute. Lastly, the Red Bean Sesame Balls, perhaps Chinese Embassy inspired but not listed, arrived "pop-able" sized, piping hot and enough to share even though I might have wanted all for myself. Service was as good as the food/drink, if not better, and has me bumping this up on my personal list. Excellent date place and, actually, a solid bar alternative to catch a game. They do have the TVs let alone space for it. TL;DR - Fred & Stilla delivers delicious, international cuisine without having to go halfway around the world and without needing Pepto as your dessert...

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