Gypsy Kitchen was on my must try list for DC. I am so glad we did try it. Loved the ambiance of the…read morerestaurant- we were seated early for our reservation which as a nice surprise and when we asked to sit upstairs outside because the weather was amazing, it was no problem to accommodate. We chose to do tapas and share the dishes. We each ordered 3 items Mussels chorizo cantimpalo, shallots, red peppers, white wine, bread 16 - large portion of mussels - hubby was happy with that Crispy Cauliflower lemon tahini, dried fruit relish, caper berry, pistachio 15 - VERY good - I really enjoyed this dish Kefta Lamb Skewer piquillo tahini, sumac onions, parsley 17 - hubby loves lamb and this was pretty tasty Arroz Caldoso sepia sofrito, shrimp, bomba rice, scallions, lavash chips, lemon oil 16 - this was hands down our collective favorite Baby Octopus cherry peppers, green harissa, fennel, cilantro 22 - hubby loved this one, I though they were a little squishy and kind of weird but that's me and I don't normally eat octopus. Croquetas creamy chorizo fritters, saffron aioli 16 - least favorite, couldn't really identify the chorizo very strongly - it was just a creamy croqueta - just ok. We ended with the labneh pumpkin cheesecake for dessert. It was ok. Not my favorite but pumpkin seeds on top were tasty and crunchy!

Lots to enjoy here…read more Food is excellent and for tapas style the portion sizes lean in the large direction. Prices are very reasonable for DC and the quality. Loved the kefta lamb skewer. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. The piquillo tahini and sumac onions added more flavor punch. The hummus was exceptional. Strong tasty chickpea and garlic flavors balanced by lemon and dill. The pickled turnips presented in a flower shape was a nice touch. Service was excellent. Reservations via Open Table.

Love love love this place. The food, the service, the ambiance! Everything is just so awesome. They…read morehave great options and everything tastes so fresh and delicious. I haven't tasted any other Mediterranean bowl that tastes this awesome. I even got extra chicken on the side and the spices just hit right. The falafels were also so light, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Highly recommend this place!

Serves Ice.... Need i say more...? Collaborators in fascism will never get my money my support or…read moremy politeness. I hope i get the chance to express that to everyone behind this business.

We came to Barbouzard to celebrate my granny's 83rd birthday, and it was such an amazing…read moreexperience! The food was absolutely incredible, and every dish was a standout. The duck was cooked beautifully, the lobster pasta was rich and delicious, and the lamb was just as memorable. Everything was full of flavor and prepared with so much care. It was the perfect spot for a special occasion, with a wonderful atmosphere and food that truly made the celebration feel extra special. We all left happy and already talking about coming back! If you're looking for a great restaurant for a birthday, date night, or simply an unforgettable meal, Barbouzard is definitely worth visiting. Highly recommend!

Came here recently for a gf's birthday recently Saturday night--restaurant has a chic fancy vibe,…read moreloved it! French/Mediterranean style, the food was pretty good and service was great--our server Julio was helpful recommending us dishes to try and was attentive all night. Escargots was a great start, wasn't a huge fan of the Mini Tartelettes Crab & Caviar overall taste. For entrees, would recommend Loup de Mer au Fenouil (whole branzino) and La Paella de Cassoulet (confit duck leg)--both wonderful dishes, flavorful and huge portions, but note, it's more on the salty side so if you're a savory person like myself, it was delicious! For cocktails, we enjoyed the Nina Rose & Dirty Vodka Martini. The bartender also made really good White Tea shots too! Birthday girl got a complimentary birthday balloon cake with a candle which was sweet. Later in the night, they have a live DJ playing music so it gets popping here!

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 .

Great and tasty lamb dishes. Excellent spices and authentic flavor. Prompt service - they had my…read moreorder ready and waiting after I called it in. Loved it!

Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! Everything was made fresh so it…read morewas about 15-minute wait but that's ok, I took the opportunity to look around the market. I picked up a few things. We got a medium Falafel sandwich and a Shawarma sandwich. Wow. Delicious. I actually may have liked the Falafel just slightly better but both were excellent. I also got an extra garlic sauce on the side... just love. Until next time.

The food was absolutely incredible, the staff was amazing when it came to service and helping…read moreprepare the perfect meal, cant wait to come back again!

There are not enough words to describe how fantastic Mom'is falafel are. He used to make his magic…read morehappen at Max's café in Wheaton so if you're thinking that you miss his food as much as I do then get yourself to Waldorf as soon as you possibly can. And if you live near Waldorf you are SO lucky.

You will not be disappointed with this true tasting of Mediterranean tapas. Staff were wonderful,…read moresmiled, helpful knowledgeable on the menu and spices offering alternatives, the environment in the dining area is what you would expect in a Mediterranean café. B4 warned you need reservations for this place even at the bar the bar filled up quickly. Tables filled up quickly, and there is a minimum timeframe at the tables Restaurant week options and the menu was quite a deal. I was able to taste three cold three hot and three main dishes wonderful experience overall.

6 plates ordered: chicken, salmon, falafel, shrimp, tuna and can't remember the other one. But,…read moreeach one was great! Ate at the bar cuz our reservation was for the patio and we arrived during rain. Coattails and a local beers featured We made it work. The servers were great. Perfect date place!!!

I love this place. What a treasure amazing service every time.. the food is extraordinary the sea…read morebass is so crazy good. Hummus is extraordinary. Innovative cocktails.. many great rice options. The SOLTANI kebab I think that's what it's called is really great too I've been here three times and it never disappoints.

Rumi's Kitchen DC was an absolute standout and one of my favorite meals in DC. The flavors were…read moreoutstanding, and what impressed me most was how beautifully they let the meat shine without overwhelming it with spices or sauces. Even the vegetarians in our group were raving about the food. We ordered the lamb merguez, mushroom hummus, eggplant appetizer, and a family-style spread of soltani kebab, lamb kebab, and chicken barg. Everything was packed with flavor and beautifully prepared. The portions are HUGE, so definitely plan to share. I also loved the fresh sabzi served with pita--it was such a simple but delicious addition. The mocktails were excellent as well and paired beautifully with the food. Service was outstanding. We were a large group, and the team took excellent care of us with quick, attentive, and friendly service throughout. The ambience is fantastic, with a rustic, warm vibe that makes the restaurant feel both lively and inviting. Between the incredible food, generous portions, and excellent service, Rumi's Kitchen is an easy recommendation and a place I'd happily return to.

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!

Lovely little spot for grabbing some takeout. Called ahead and they had it ready in 10 minutes…read more Prices might seem a bit high at around 18/20 for some of the meals but they really give some very generous portions. Nice char on the meat, well seasoned, big portions overall, tasty sauce on the side... will definitely be back to try some of their other offerings - especially from the small bites/sides category.

Amazing Persian food! Everything was so fresh, flavorful, and delicious. The kabobs and rice were…read moreexcellent, and the portions were generous. The kids absolutely loved the food too! Such a wonderful family-friendly spot, and the service was warm and welcoming. We really enjoyed our experience and would definitely come back!