Lunch with a friend. About less than a 10 min walk from U Street metro. I had the Spanish Benedict* fried eggs, serrano ham, spanish mollete, hollandaise, garden salad $15 - Really good! I didn't eat much of the garden salad (because of my braces) but it had a tasty /sweet sauce on it. My friend LOVEDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD the Steak & Eggs* 8oz. new york steak, scrambled eggs, crispy potatoes, chermoula $27 Andres was the best waiter! read more

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My most visit to Gypsy Kitchen was for a friend's birthday brunch and we had a great time! We had a reservation at 11AM and were seated upstairs, which only had one other table filled. It's pretty upstairs and I can definitely see why it's so popular when it's warmer out. Our server, Andre, was great. He was really attentive and personable. We ordered the chef's board for the table and it's a good amount of food for a starter! There's not a lot of variety, but that's not a problem for me. For my main, I ordered the Tunisian hot chicken sandwich and it was near-perfect. The chicken was crispy, but still juicy, the slaw created a good balance, and the bun was soft. I just wish it was spicier, but that's definitely a personal preference. The side salad was a bit sad-looking and barely had any dressing, but I didn't have high expectations for it. Lastly, they brought out a complementary flan for us because we were celebrating a birthday which we weren't expecting. They even lit a candle and everything! read more

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Food, drinks, service and atmosphere were awesome! Went during Happy hour and sat at the bar. Loved the decor and special touches to the food-check out the pepper rose on the hummus! read more

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I had my birthday party here and reserved part of the indoor area upstairs. Everything went so smoothly from set up to execution! I had appetizers out for guests when they arrived and the bartender was quick with the drinks! Highly recommend reserving a space here for your event! read more

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Food 5/5. Service 6/5. Restaurant and management passing off business expenses on the bill for I-82 service fees to customers on the check 0/5. This is a business expense that SHOULD NOT be passed off to the customer. This is auto calculated into the bill BEFORE service tip. Actually disappointing. read more

Gypsy Kitchen DC - Extra charges outside of tip - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Ive heard good things about Gypsy Kitchen, and I finally decided to stop in and get some food before a show at Black Cat. My experience started not great, but that was more of a personal pet peeve. I dine and do Happy Hours solo a lot. Sometimes I want to sit at the bar, sometimes I dont. I came in and asked for a table for 1, and the two people at the front immediately asked if I wanted to sit at the bar instead. Upon me hesitating, they mentioned the bar is full service, too. So I felt pressured to sit at the bar even though I didnt want to. Could I have said no? Sure. And I often do. But it felt like an inconvenience after that. I really wish restaurants just wouldn't ask that when one specifically asks for a table. Anyway, that aside, the rest of my experience was positive. I did wind up sitting at the bar. The bartender was quick to greet me, bring me both menus (Happy Hour and regular), and get me water. For drinks, I ordered an espresso martini and a white wine. The espresso martini was good - a bit more bitter/strong than I like, but Im sure others would appreciate it. I was also a fan of the HH white wine. For food, I ordered the gypsy trio and Flatbread (this included the hummus, labneh, and the zaytoon parvardeh) and the kefta burger. Full disclosure, Im not super familiar with this brand of Mediterranean food. But it was all delicious, given i have little to compare it to. The Gypsy trio was larger than expected. Full sized spreads, and it definitely could have been shared. I expected a few pita triangles and small portions of the spreads for the price. The Flatbread came out hot and it was super soft, with the perfect amount of seasoning to not overpower the spreads. Of course I've had hummus before, and theirs was super smooth and had some sweetness with the dried fruit. I really enjoyed it. I havent had labneh before, and it was my favorite. Creamy, smooth, tangy, and sweet with the pomegranate seeds and dried fruit. The zaytoon parvardeh was good, but my least favorite. Just olives, walnuts, and maybe some evoo? I like olives, so it was fine. Just the least interesting in my opinion. The kaftan burger was super flavorful. Since it isnt a flavor profile Im super familiar with, I wasnt sure if I liked it at first, but I was definitely a fan by the end. I only wish it had a sauce of some sort. It has the marinated feta and the tomato jam, which were delicious, but needed a little something more. I had leftover labneh that I decided to put on the budger, and i liked that combo a lot. The burger bun was great - very soft and fluffy. The burger *did* have an unexpected heat to it. Im not huge on non-americanized spicy foods, but it was tolerable to me. Just not what I thought. The bartender was great throughout. Very friendly and checked in often. My food came out quickly, too, so other than my first encounter at the door, service was great. I recommend Gypsy Kitchen overall and would definitely come back. read more

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If you're looking for a cute brunch spot, this is it. Great indoor decor and a spacious outdoor area for warmer days. The menu is diverse enough for everyone, and the small plates make sharing easy and fun. Highly recommend for a relaxed get together with friends. read more

We came here with a large group who had varying allergies and they're were able to accommodate us without a problem. It was very busy and a bit loud, but that was to be expected. The seating was plush and the atmosphere felt warm and cozy. We got a variety of plates to share and even ordered more of the dishes we loved. The mocktails were also fantastic and hit among the group. read more

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This place has sentimental value to me. I have frequented the place a few times over the years with prior experiences being stellar. However, the recent experience was underwhelming. The braised lamb shank had no depth of flavor. The meat on the outside was tougher than what one would expect from a braised meat. The chips and the aioli were very ordinary. The octopus was under charred and lacked the flavor of the ocean, the salinity and the umami you would expect from an octopus from Spain. It was akin to eating rubber. The croquettas lacked depth of flavor. They were crunchy on the exterior for a second, but turned into a splattered mushy mess when you tried to cut into them. I'd be more generous if it were not for the exorbitant prices for this caliber of food. The food clearly only has visual appeal but lacks gastronomical merit. Additionally, I had reserved a table, but had to wait for a table to open up when I got there. The restaurant was crowded and tables were placed close to each other. This setup made it hard to talk to one another without raising one's voice, compromising privacy. read more

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Gypsy Kitchen has a nice open floor plan with decorated in a bohemian style, in line with the name. It's a bit noisy but really quite lively. The format of the dishes are small dishes like tapas and larger dishes like main entrees. I order the Lacquered Half Chicken, a large dish, while my partner ordered three smaller dishes. The waiter asked if we wanted the small dishes first, or with the large. We said please serve them together. Why they asked, I do not know because they served the small dishes first. The best dish was the Crispy Cauliflower, which was tasty, fresh and unusual. The Papatas Bravas while it states is spicy is very spicy. Now I eat spicy food all the time, but this level of spiciness overwhelmed the rest of the dish. The Winter Salad sounded better than it tasted. The flavors simply didn't blend together well. Note the small dishes are large enough to be shared by two people, which was unclear when we asked the waiter. Regarding the Lacquered Half Chicken, the quality of the chicken itself was outstanding. I had to check the menu to determine what was supposed to be in the sauce. Harissa barbeque. Which should have more taste, more bite, deeper flavor. Fine chicken but certainly not a dish that took advantage of the harissa. The two drinks we had, one the Winter Cider Sangria was tasty, refreshing and a bit unusual. I order an old standby, a Perfect Manhattan and it was fine. Good concepts, uneven execution. read more

This was a delightful surprise. The place is beautiful. The food was amazing. Every dish was full of flavor. We were a group of 6 and tried much of the menu. Every single dish was fantastic. Most dishes are combinations of things and the sauces, the side vegetables, everything was full of flavor. And the flavors blended together so well. The service was great. They were always checking on us, but not in the way by any means. They were professional but also felt like friends. Well done! Can't wait to go back and enjoy this all over again. read more

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Really pretty restaurant with dim, moody vibes. Service was attentive, friendly, and very accommodating for some food restrictions in our group! Overall food was good. No misses, but definitely clear "goods" vs "greats". Some dishes like the labneh, beet salad, and potato's bravas were unexpectedly standout! While others like the lamb shank and chicken were good but not the star we thought they would be. Overall everything was solid but hard to stand out among the variety of cuisine available in DC. read more

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Everything we got was really impressive- mushrooms al ajillo, hummus, halloumi, pork belly, cobia crudo. The cobia crudo is probably the only thing I won't get a 2nd time, but it's still a really good crudo. The housemade hummus and bread is totally worth getting read more

Gypsy Kitchen DC - Halloumi Hummus Mushrooms al Ajillo Porky belly - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

It was so good. My colleague and I came in February while we were here for a conference. We loved it so much we returned when we were back in DC in March and brought some colleagues. The food is tasty...the drinks are delish...and the service was wonderful! read more

Oh so fun! There is no other way to describe this lively tapas restaurant. Lively, noisy and perfect for a Saturday night! Order several small plates and share everything. The roasted cauliflower is a must as the hummus with pickled radishes. The pita bread is divine- warm and oozing olive oil with a hint of garlic. Yum! Like lamb? Get the skewers for sure. Wines by the glass or bottle are reasonable. The wait staff is friendly and attentive. Desserts look great - perfect to share with several spoons. Enjoy! read more

Really enjoyed the meal, with tasty dishes, friendly staff, and comfortable seating. A slight wait aside, the experience felt polished and worth returning again soon on a busy weekend evening. read more

This is such an easy and great spot to venture to for either brunch or dinner! Located on 14th St, Gypsy Kitchen has a variety of menu options at various price points that everyone will be satisfied. Our service was a little slower but the individual that waited on us was super nice and excellent. We sat outside on a little bit of hotter day, which was nice! If you want a cool environment, make sure you ask to be inside. They also have some unique tables that sit lower, so if you want to be at a traditional dining table, make sure to mention that as well. Overall, we had a great experience, and we will be back! read more

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The place was hopping on Friday night so we ended up sitting at the bar. Some of pictures of the food came out blurry so was not able to post but everything was yummy. It was super loud so if you're looking to have a conversation, you'll look to yell at your party. We had the Arroz Caldoso, Porto belly, hummus and outopus. For drinks, we had wine and Veni, Verdi, Vici which definitely tasted like aperol! read more

Gypsy Kitchen DC - Pork belly - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I was there for restaurant week and they had extremely slow service. Food was just ok, not worth the long waits. The restaurant wasn't even that busy and they seemed to take forever to even bring you an appetizer. read more

On 14th street. Inside and protected rooftop eating. Classy layout and excellent service. Lots of good advice. Tried brunch at 1pm. Tunisian chicken on roll, humus and tomato salad starters. Good draft beer choice and excellent Sangria read more

Gypsy Kitchen DC - Upstairs protected roof garden - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The service is really bad. The lady forgot to bring one of the dish that I ordered. All food very spicy and are not suitable for kids or someone who does not like spicy food. The tabbouleh salad was terrible Completely different from other tabbouleh salads. I do not recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to experience delicious food read more

GK is one of the best places to meet up with friends in the city! I really appreciate that the hosts will seat guests when the full party isn't present yet. It makes it so easy to meet up with friends after work when we're all traveling from different places. The food is also amazing - I've been here countless times and the quality has never wavered. The small dishes make for a compelling way to connect with friends by sharing food, but they also serve large plates for those who aren't as interested in sharing. I can't end this review without mentioning the quality of the service staff. GK's hosts, food runners/bussers, servers, and bartenders always make me feel welcome. I always leave happy and excited to come back. read more

Enjoyed Gypsy Kitchen and immediate shoutout for the decor/design. Felt comfortable but thoughtful. All in all I can tell I'll have to return to get more the complete experience. Felt like it was lacking something even though I've only heard high praise for the restaurant. Our server Drew was friendly and did a great job explaining/recommending menu items. I could tell he really knew the menu and enjoyed the food. Ordered the shakshuka, dirty patatas bravas, and Greek yogurt parfait. The shakshuka was my favorite even though it was mushroom heavy. For drinks we got the martini espresso-ish and la murga which were both good. Will definitely be back to try out some of the other menu items. read more

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Without a reservation at 8:30PM on a Saturday we were told that only the open seating at the downstairs or upstairs bar were available to us (no option to wait for a table even though the online reservations had availability at 9:15PM). The downstairs bar was full so we went upstairs and found seats together (for 2) at the end of the bar near the employee kitchen entrance. The bartenders were loud, the music was loud, and the other customers were loud. I had to semi-yell to my partner next to me whenever we wanted to talk. They have fun cocktails and it was enjoyable watching the bartenders at work. They look unhurried but practiced. We ordered the baklava cast iron pie. The menu only lists vanilla gelato as an ingredient. It took a good 25 minutes for the item to arrive and when it did we were dismayed to see it had been doused in cinnamon. It was dry and tasted more like a pie than baklava. There weren't many layers in the pastry itself and it was a walnut mix. All of it just tasted like cinnamon and we each took one bite and were ready to throw it in the trash. If you like baklava steer clear of this dessert. If you like apple pie - you might get a kick out of this if you don't mind the dryness. It was a fun idea that lacked in execution. read more

Gypsy Kitchen DC - baklava cast iron pie - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My second time here and a vastly different experience than the first time. Starting with the good: our server was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The ambiance was also great and fun. The drinks were also tasty-- I got the winter G&T and it was very pretty and delicious. The food is where things really went downhill for us. We started strong with the labneh and fresh flatbread which was definitely the best thing we ordered. Also delicious was the grilled halloumi. I really enjoyed the falafel as well. We liked the winter salad fine but it was not our favorite. The pork belly was very disappointing. They didn't cook it long enough for the fat to break down and so there were big pieces of tough chewy fat. The mushrooms were also inedible. They were undercooked and nearly impossible to chew and the flavor was not really not pleasant. I never spit food out but came really close with this. The shrimp croquettes were very weird. It was like fried thick fish soup. It was super fishy tasting and we didn't end up eating the last one. Really bummed bc this was a birthday dinner and last time we tried it everything was delicious. It'll probably be a while before I'm interested in trying again read more

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Excellent food, amazing service. Im out in DC looking for a nice place to eat and drink as a solo diner (eg bar seating). Checked out some reviews and found Gypsy Kitchen. And I'm very glad I did! Food: excellent Service: second to none To start I ordered the beet salad and the labneh. Now, if you've read my reviews, you know I'm dead serious about my beet salad. This was a decent variation, but I've had better. But again, it's a bit unfair, I've had way too many beet salads to compare against. I'd give it a B. Quality ingredients. Just not my favorite composition. It was made with yogurt and micro greens. Everything else was an A+. Next I got the labneh. It was amazing. I didn't even know what labneh was but it had a bunch of yummy ingredients (pomegranate, citrus, pistachio). But what really stole the show was the bread that was served with it. O m effing g. Dip it in the labneh and enjoy. Fantastic! For dinner I had the lacquered chicken. Again, read my reviews, I'm hella picky with chicken. This was almost perfect. Flavor was fantastic. Only complaint is the skin could be crispier. Drinks were good they had a reasonable selection of brandy. Now let's talk about "above and beyond". When I ordered my drink I told the bartender I wanted to try both varieties of brandy. I ended up engaging in conversation with another patron. As I was eating bartender sensed that I was sucking ice, and lowkey filled my glass with the other brandy as I continued talking to the lady. It was impeccable timing and low key wingman behavior. Super considerate and thoughtful. I asked his name and focused on memorizing it but after a few more drinks I'm struggling. Lari or Lati or Rali. Something like that. You were awesome thank you! I had a great tile at Gypsy kit he. And highly recommend! read more

THIS PLACE IS SO GOOD! I sat at the bar and got a few happy hour items. Service was amazing. Good is incredible. Amazing vibe in here. Wish I was able to sit on the rooftop but they were hosting a private event. read more

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The food was good and was the ambiance but the was way too pricey for what it offered.

Had a lovely, late dinner. After a late lunch we wanted something lighter. A series of small plates from Gypsey Kitchen was perfect. My favorite were the beet salad and crispy cauliflower. The lamb kibneh and beef kebabs were wonderful. The tabouleh was a bit unusual, reminded more more of a fruity couscous, but I really enjoyed it. Capped it all off with the 50 shades of purple and, my favorite, the Blooms in Valencia cocktails. All around a great evening. read more

Stopped in for brunch which would be my second time eating at this establishment. First time was dinner during restaurant week. Gypsy Kitchen is a decent spot but does very little to stand our among the many restaurants that you will find on 14th. Food is good but the menu is limited. We got the shakshuka and pancakes. The Shakshuka comes with a small piece of toast thats barely enough of a portion for one person. Pancakes were good and left me wanting more. The cocktails were again good but nothing unique. They were your typical brunch cocktails with a lack of a twist. The ambiance is probably the best part about the place. If you can manage to get upstairs seating, I highly recommend it. Service was solid, I was seated immediately and the waiter brought out my food very quickly. Overall Gypsy Kitchen is a decent spot but I wouldnt be in a rush to go back with all the other options in DC read more

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This is a really solid brunch place with a very cute interior. Great for a casual lunch with friends or a group as they have outdoor seating as well. The small plates can be easily shared and there's enough variety for everyone to find something they like. read more

After walking past this place many times over the last few years on the way to my favorite restaurant (RIP compass rose) finally tried this out for brunch. We were a group of six and recited immediately. The ambience is warm, bohemian and very welcoming. The service was jovial and friendly. The appetizers were all good, the crunchy cauliflower was roasted just right, the spice bread was soft and fluffy, the hummus was lemony and very smooth, and the falafel was classic. I tried the open faced omelette as an appetizer and unfortunately was a bit disappointed to find it overly basic as essentially scrambled eggs with small pieces of potatoes and mushroom on top- nothing to offend me, but I wouldn't get it again. For dessert I tried the chocolate cheesecake which was delicious- almost basque in style. Oddly, it was topped with a mint cream, which I think was quite out of place, but fortunately was able to eat around it. Forgot to take photos! read more

What can I say!! The service at Gypsy Kitchen is top tier!! I haven't experienced this type of attentive authentic service in a while and I am sitting at the bar. Every single service professional has made sure that our experience has been amazing! The food is to match. I encourage you to go! If you VALUE good service and food without sacrificing either this is where you want to be. We often focus on when an experience is wrong but let's highlight when they get EVERYTHNG right! read more

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The food was terrific. Service was prompt and helpful. Chairs were incredibly uncomfortable and the table was too small. But we endured and ate our fill. read more

Absolutely loved the vibes here! Such a solid brunch spot with the cutest interior. It's perfect for a breezy lunch with friends, especially with the outdoor seating option. The menu has plenty of variety, and the small plates are ideal for sharing. A total gem for group hangouts! read more

Absolutely AMAZING!! Great atmosphere, food and drinks. I actually went here randomly with a friend and I am so happy I did. The decor was so beautiful. My bartender was great! I would definitely recommend this spot. I had such a great experience. 10/10 read more

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Made reservations here for 6 pm on a Sunday for the rooftop patio. It wasn't very busy when we arrived and the hostesses greeted us immediately. The downstairs has a very Mediterranean vibe with intimate lighting, dark wooden features, and cozy seating. Upstairs there's an indoor bar that looked like it had some more light coming in from outside (it was still daytime) and of course the rooftop had plenty of light. During our meal as it got colder, they actually turned on a garage-like door (but quiet) that nearly enclosed the patio which was cool to watch. There's a lot of real plants everywhere as well. We weren't starving (which I regret) so we only ordered 3 small plates to share. We got the hummus, patatas bravas, and prawns. The service was very friendly and attentive. Food was ready pretty fast (it wasn't very busy). Everything was delicious!! The hummus was so good and the fresh puffy bread went so well with it. Not a hummus you'd find in a grocery store! The patatas bravas had really great flavor but I wish it was more crispy. I prefer extra crispy patatas bravas and these were pretty soft. The prawns were perfectly cooked and very Smokey. Would 100% come back again. I want to try the other items so bad! Will definitely come more hungry and won't eat lunch so late. Such a cute place as well with friendly staff. read more

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really good food. especially loved the lamb plate and the pomegranate yogurt plate. tonight was my first time but the person who took me claims it as one of his favorite restaurants in d.c. service was very friendly. honestly i can't say much of the ambiance but i think that's mostly because it was a pretty bad date (but still trust as reputable for fav restaurant) so it was hard to appreciate. and the food came out extremely fast, but note it was a tuesday so not super busy. overall worth trying out. read more

I would return to this lively, fun restaurant which provides attentive service, although every time we asked our server a question (how is the octopus prepared, what is this on top the square of cheese) he didn't know but at least he went to the kitchen to check. The lamb and hummus dish was sublime and highly recommended. I had the halloumi and Jamon Serrano which were OK. I wasn't a fan of how the Jamon was presented on the plate (in a clump rather than laid out in straight strips) Likewise, the octopus would have been more pleasing visually if sliced into medallions rather than long tentacles. When we arrived at 6pm, it was quiet but customers later flooded in and the place was popping. Good times! read more

I've been wanting to go here for a while. I planned to go for my birthday for happy hour but couldn't wait. Came here on a Friday after work and it wasn't packed. I was seated right away upstairs at the bar. The bartender was great! Food and drinks ordered: Sangria 5/5 Crispy potatoes 3.5/5 Chicken 1/5 (it was too grilled for me but had great flavor) Hummus and pita bread 5/5 It's so beautiful inside. I can't wait to go back to try other things from their menu. read more

Gypsy Kitchen DC - Me upstairs in the Gardner - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia