Amazing ambience and great staff, really romantic vibes and love the fireplace. Missing a star because they didn't have a lot of veggie options when I went, but they made me a great pasta when I requested!! Amazing wine read more

Everyone has off nights and sadly I think we walked in on theirs. My partner and I stopped by for dinner tonight and we were sadly disappointed. The ambiance it once had is almost gone. I've been coming here for 20years. Tonight was sad. Service was horrible--you can't offer what you don't understand/have never experienced. The food, we were served was tasty but the waiter forgot to put the whole order in and thus we only had a few things. The drinks were good and made well. Service is a big factor in the experience and unfortunately our service was not up to par. read more

I first visited Iron Gate last year for restaurant week. The food was incredible and the ambiance romantic. I knew I had to come back for brunch this year! The seating is incredibly COVID friendly. There were fire pits in between each table to keep warm during the winter months. The outdoor patio is beautiful! The vines interweave through the pergola and climb the surrounding brick wall We ordered the Ricotta Pancakes and Two Oil Fried Eggs. The pancakes were moist and delicious and the two oil fried eggs came with the CRISPIEST potatoes. Let me tell you, the BEST crispy potatoes I've had at brunch! Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely be visiting again! read more

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The set up of iron gate is definitely the best part of the restaurant. You walk in through what seems to be an old alley between two buildings that they added a roof to. This alley portion has a bar and a few tables you can sit at or you can continue to the back where there is an adorable courtyard with a makeshift roof of vines. There are a few fire pits back here which keeps it relatively warm when it's colder outside. There is also an inside dining room but I didn't check that part out. Unfortunately I wasn't as big a fan of the food. The food was okay but due to the high price and small portion sizes I probably wouldn't go back. We got the harissa carrots and daily focaccia for appetizers, both of which were good but nothing special. For the main meal I got the black pepper papardelle which was slightly overwhelming in the amount of mushrooms. There wasn't much of the cheese taste and the mushrooms took over a little too much for me. Finally, we got the flourless chocolate brownie for dessert. The espresso is added on the side in the form of shaved ice which was a little strange, but the brownie itself was good. Overall I enjoyed the experience, mostly because we had good wine and the setting was nice but for the price it wasn't worth it for me. read more

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The ambiance,, the food and the service by Nacho E was superb! Best meal I have ever had! Thank you for the wonderful foodi experience! read more

Iron Gate - Delicious wine in an incredible atmosphere - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

It's not easy to get 5 out of 5 stars IMO, but I really couldn't find a single fault with the food at this dinner--in fact, I couldn't find much of any faults overall. My only "complaint" (which is a minor one because I was not in a rush luckily) was that service was relatively slow...it took awhile for our order to be taken, and there was a pretty long lull in between our appetizers and entrees. But, with that said, on the flip side, people might appreciate that you won't feel rushed and enjoy a long, luxurious meal! Depends on your situation. The waitstaff was nice and cleared dishes plenty throughout the meal, and made sure to continue refilling our waters. That timing issue aside, the food was delicious and it kept coming. We did the tasting menu and I'm seriously so impressed by how much "value" I felt like we got out of a $75 prix fixe. It was such a reasonable price, and we got so much food for that amount. You only have one actual menu decision to make--the entree--and it is a bit bizarre that the whole table just picks one (could be a bit problematic if some members of your party are vegetarian and others are not; though I think when that happens they'll let you order another entree just a la carte)--but otherwise everyone gets everything else on the menu, so it really all takes "family style" to heart. The menu changes seasonally so it's kind of nice you can return a few months later and have a totally different culinary experience. The highlights: the beets with sesame crusted feta, foccacia with grapes/olives/sage, arancini, gnocchi, duck, chocolate bomboloni, apple cake. But we truly enjoyed everything that came to the table. We were so full when we left--but very happy. There were also just a lot of nice extra above-and-beyond touches to make the experience that much more special. Beyond the tasting menu itself, they send out other surprise dishes (again, adding more value to that $75 check) throughout the meal--the extra pre-dessert treat was especially delicious (chocolate caramel tartlet). When you receive the check, they delivered a hand-written thank you note from the waiter, and everyone received an adorable little jar of spices to take home. And as if the food was not good enough to bring us back here (and it was), the other winning factor here is the ambiance. We didn't sit at the bar, but we had to walk by the bar to get to the patio dining space, and the bar is STUNNING. I want to go back and just sit at the bar for a totally difference experience within the same restaurant. Dark and moody and so stylish and modern. Beyond the bar, the patio is so great--sit at the patio! Each table has a heater attached so you can still sit out there when the seasons change. There are lovely string lights up, making it such a cozy and romantic atmosphere. The sound level was ideal--not too loud that it interfered with conversation, but not too quiet. Tables weren't crammed together so there was plenty of space. And although it's technically outside in a very urban area, you would have no idea of that sitting in their patio, as it's completely closed off and is super quiet (no street noise). A really perfect date night spot, but also for any other occasion. Overall, LOVED this meal, LOVED this ambiance, will 100% come back. read more

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Just had a wonderful anniversary experience at Iron Gate. Crystal, our server, did an incredible job of creating a special night. The patio was stunning and toasty warm, and they have mastered the romantic winter vibe. We got the pawpaw and gin and carrot and mezcal cocktails - interesting flavors and generous servings. The meal opened with a surprising feta hummus which set the tone for the evening. As appetizers, we ordered the autumn foccacia and beet salad. The foccacia was my favorite dish - so light and fluffy with a goat cheese topping. The farro and beet salad was nutty and refreshing. We then got the gnocchi and carbonara - the gnocchi was spicy with a generous serving of pork. The carbonara was very good - but definitely for mushroom lovers. Most of all, we appreciated the champagne toast and ice cream dessert to celebrate our anniversary! The Iron Gate team created a beautiful experience and we will be back for future celebrations! read more

Iron Gate - Autumn foccacia and heirloom beet salad - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Came here for restaurant week and I was very happy about the experience here. The restaurant is really nicely decorated. I was amazed when I arrived. There are different sections and each section is unique. There are sofas and lights near the entrance. The outer place is open and wide. Then it's the patio which is green and chic with a smell of summer. Finally the main dining room is classy and cozy. The restaurant itself is very nice. The restaurant menu is pretty good. I got shrimp and scallops chorizo. It was amazing. I have never seen anything like this. I loved it. The seafood was perfectly cooked. For the main course, I got the steak. Steak was well cooked. I liked the side a lot. This salad thing and also something like a croquette were amazing. However I was a little disappointed by the dessert. We got the wrong dessert and the waitress got us the right one and left the wrong one on the table for free. So we tasted all three on the menu. The olive cake is very nice. The peach and cream are a perfect combination. But the brownie and doughnut are pretty average. Especially the doughnut is too oily and rich. Overall this restaurant is great. It's definitely a place worth coming back. read more

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My previous impression of Iron Gate from several visits a couple years ago was that it had a gorgeous patio with decent service and solid if unspectacular food. I'm so pleased that my expectations were blown away on a recent visit celebrating a birthday. Food: The family-style meal was incredible in both quality and quantity. In addition to the delicious menu items, our meal included several excellent off-menu items (a spicy cheese dip, tomato/strawberry/burrata salad, an indescribably delicious sour catfish dish, smoked deviled eggs, grilled baby zucchini, a pre-dessert chocolate caramel tartlet... and I'm sure I'm forgetting others). The other reviews are NOT exaggerating when they say it's a lot of food -- despite packing up a bunch of dishes, we were so stuffed we couldn't finish our delicious dessert (!!) Hospitality: Even though the vast majority of the food was already vegetarian-friendly, the kitchen thoughtfully altered several dishes and served individual portions to the vegetarian member of our party. The birthday was recognized with extra dessert, a flute of champagne, and a lovely handwritten card from our friendly servers Courtney and Mykaela. They also gave us cute little bottles of house rub as a parting gift. This has to be one of the best prix fixe deals in DC right now -- and the patio is still gorgeous. I'll be back soon. read more

Iron Gate was a great choice for dinner last night! The friendly staff did a great job with social distancing guidelines and the restaurant felt very clean. The outside dining on a chilly night was warmed up by our own heater which also made for an intimate setting. The food was delicious! We appreciated the complimentary appetizer and cookies. Also, the octopus was super tender and the overall flavor of that dish was delightful. We look forward to dining here again. read more

Tried this place today for Restaurant Week, food was really subpar - almost nothing had much flavor and the portions were all pretty small. Service was just ok and noting to write home about. Will definitely not be coming back to such an average establishment with nothing special read more

Aside from their delicious food, I need to shout out Iron Gate and its staff (particularly the manager, Erin) for absolutely going above and beyond for their customers during the pandemic. From looking up an old gift card in their system to (as I learned afterwards) arranging a home delivery outside of their delivery range, they were incredibly helpful to me and did it cheerfully. It would have been so easy to just tell me to come back after the pandemic, but they went out of their way to help. I also have to point out how delicious their food is. While their menu changes daily, we tried the caramelized ricotta gnocchi and the Margherita focaccia pizza twice and loved it. Both were phenomenal, and I really don't think you could go wrong with anything you order. Generally speaking: Highly recommend Iron Gate! read more

Iron Gate - Margherita focaccia pizza. - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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One word: perfection. Food. Service. Decor. Ambiance. Absolutely NOTHING went unnoticed. I will be back. read more

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Have lived in DC 30 years. Used to come to Iron Gate a bunch. Then they went super meat-heavy a few years ago and we only came here for drinks (we don't eat meat). Now, Staying at the Mayflower for a staycation and checked out the menu. Called the restaurant to specifically note that we don't eat meat and ensure there are options (the fish-based Feast of the Seven Fishes was still showing on OpenTable). Matthew who answered the phone said absolutely. Came to the restaurant. Our waiter John was delightful and very engaging. We expressly told him we don't eat meat but fish was fine. He specifically told us that the entire first course of the farmers table was all non-meat items and we were fine. The back waiters brought all of the 7-8 items in the first course. All *seemed* to be fish oriented. When they came to remove the plates after we had eaten everything, we asked in detail about a couple of the dishes. The woman said one was pork. When I questioned her aggressively, she said yes it was some sort of pork fritter or something. So my husband and I were literally three days shy of 10 years with no meat. January 1, 2012. Days Staggering to me that a restaurant of the supposed quality of Iron Gate could have made such a horrific error. 9 years, 362 days without meat and the Iron Gate ruined our health conscious choice through carelessness and inattentiveness. We will NEVER again go here. If you are vegetarian or gluten free or any other type of food-sensitive situation, we cannot warn you off enough. Finally, I know the restaurant feels bad -- but there is literally nothing they can do. My stomach feels like garbage 30 minutes after I ate a pork fritter (or something) -- and this is entirely on Iron Gate. They seriously f-d up tonight -- something no high-end restaurant should ever do. There is no excuse and no redemption for them. read more

I can't wait to come back and try more of the menu. From the ambiance to the service this place is a must try. Outdoor seating in winter can seem scary but not when each table has a handy open fire next to it. We even took off our jackets we were so warm. The menu pairs comfortable classics with an exciting twist and includes unique finds. My Roasted Maple Squash was incredible. I'm only sad I didn't try more menu items. Looking forward to returning soon! read more

Iron Gate - Outdoor Seating (a must) - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We had dinner here last night and everything was beyond amazing. Victoria was our server and she was a delight, super attentive but also let us enjoy conversation. She even took the time to write the most beautiful note as we were celebrating a graduation. Our food runner was so sweet and friendly and made sure we knew what each dish was. The service from them both was far above par. We did the tasting menu and it was a lot of food (not mad about this!) and everything was so delicious. Also loved the Greek wine list, I love something different. Thank you for a perfect, relaxing, delicious night out! read more

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After reaching out to this restaurant almost two months in advance, I was so excited to celebrate my birthday at this restaurant in their garden patio. However, I left with a very sour taste in my mouth. The garden patio was beautiful and the food was not bad. However, I was most disappointed in the customer service. There was very poor communication from the regional sales manager leading up to my event. I was charged more than I should have due to poor communication between the regional sales manager and the restaurant staff related to my group size -- which I later had to dispute. Not to mention, the restaurant staff were rushing us out of the patio so that they could prepare for a wedding event. This was not communicated to me at all, and I had no idea that my big group of 12 people were going to be hurried out. Again, after reaching out to this restaurant 2 months before my birthday, I would've hoped for a seamless and peaceful brunch -- I received anything but that. I was told that someone would reach out to me before my event to confirm all the details and I never received anything. If it weren't for the garden patio setting, I would have given this restaurant -1 stars. This was truly an unforgettable experience, in the worst way possible. read more

An absolutely beautiful place for a nice dinner with a loved one. My wife and I celebrated our first wedding anniversary here, on our tour of the East Coast, and we were treated with so much love from everyone! The ambiance is incredible and even though the seating is mostly outdoors, the table side fire pits make it feel cozy and warm. The food was amazing as well! You can do the family table option and get a little taste of everything they have. The overall experience, service, and food made our night that much more special. read more

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Amazing experience - food and ambience are incredible! Our waiter was also excellent and super attentive during our meal!

Worst restaurant ever! 4 items on menu for appetizers and main courses each. Four people ordering different items, all uneatable. Prices outrageous. Staff very well trained in overselling. Service very slow. Do not fall into their trap! read more

From beginning to end they provided such a great experience. We were taken care of by John for the night and he provided amazing drink selections. We would tell him what kinds of flavors we liked and he would bring something out. So good! Wes provided nice touches with some take home items that was a complete surprise. He really paid attention to what we liked. The attention to detail and the attentiveness was amazing. The food was even better. It was like each dish had layers of flavors and we had so much fun trying to identify what those flavors were. We'll definitely be coming back! Also, Wes took great pictures of us at the end. Make sure to ask for John and Wes! Can't forget about the beautiful thank you note. Such a sweet touch! read more

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Excellent food. Excellent service. Kevin, Nick? and Sarah were fantastic. The menu was great, the drinks were exceptional. Beautiful venue, will definitely be back. Highly recommend. read more

Iron Gate is an intimate and romantic restaurant in the Dupont Circle neighborhood that also has amazing food. We dined here for our anniversary. I made reservations which worked in our favor because we were able to sit in their famous patio. Upon being seated, our server came and greeted us happy anniversary. She then brought us complimentary prosecco to celebrate the occasion! We sipped on our drinks while perusing the menu. Iron Gate has a mix of Italian and Mediterranean dishes. We both ordered a round of cocktails to start. My husband ordered From Guyana with Love made with an aged rum. I ordered Just for Spritz, which was a grapefruit based cocktail- light and perfect for a warm evening. We decided to go family style which is essentially their tasting menu. We had about 10 dishes total which was plenty of food. The stand outs included focaccia baked in house, fresh pasta, halloumi, a chicken dish, and donuts. We also ordered a bottle of Greek wine. Overall service as well as our server was fantastic. Everyone was attentive and made sure we were well taken care of. They even brought out an additional dessert because we were celebrating our anniversary! Great spot for date night, celebratory dinner, or just a night out with friends and family. read more

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I had my birthday dinner here and the food was incredible. I ate so many things I normally wouldn't have tried, and was absolutely delighted with every single one of them. I was so full when I left... The service was excellent and our server really made my birthday special including a special dessert and a nice little note. We ate in the courtyard which was beautiful with great ambiance. Can't say enough good things about this restaurant. read more

You never know how things will pan out when visiting a restaurant you've been eyeing down for Restaurant Week, well... Iron Gate crushed the bar. We could not stop smiling the entire meal. From the homey ambiance to the welcoming service, you felt as if you were eating in a friends home. Once seated, we each started out with a cocktail, both were refreshing and well balanced. From there, we were each able to select two of their small plates and a dessert. Truly, everything we tried that night was surprising, packed with melt in your mouth flavor, and beautifully presented. Our favorites from the night were the ravioli and the meatballs and of course the chocolate dessert. I know they change their menu often, so I would suggest asking the waiter or waitress for their top choices so you don't miss anything hot on the menu. We can't wait to be back soon! read more

Iron Gate - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Charming and unique spot for brunch. Excellent service. The food was delicious as were the mimosas. There were three of us and we shared ricotta pancakes - they were so fluffy but I would have liked them to be a little sweeter. We also shared the hummus which was delicious, Poached eggs were okay and one of the salads which was very good. We sat outside which is why I gave it four stars instead of five. It's beautiful on the porch but there were several birds on the vines growing out there and they were right over our table and frequently were using the bathroom on our napkins, plates etc. it's not the restaurants family but it was not very appetizing. I'd suggest indoors :) read more

My boyfriend took me for an overnight in DC for my 48th birthday and booked a reservation at Iron Gate for dinner last night. All I have to say is WOW. From the minute we walked in the door, we were treated like royalty. First, the atmosphere is unreal! Quaint, brick courtyard vibe with lots of greenery, white lights, vines, black wrought iron -- we loved the romantic courtyard feel! They apparently opened their one courtyard area that's normally reserved for private parties because of COVID-19, so we were immediately seated there. Our server was Shek (as he put it: "Like Shrek without the 'r'." ) and he greeted us immediately and was warm, friendly, and knowledgeable. He wished me Happy Birthday as did the host (who turned out to be the manager) and spoke with us about the menu. Within seconds of being seated, we were served a complimentary appetizer (some sort of spicy feta dip with crackers and veggies - yum!) and two glasses of champagne. What a nice birthday surprise! Alongside Shek was a lady named Erin who assisted him; Erin too was amazingly attentive and friendly. Neither Shek or Erin missed a beat. Aside from having to put our masks on every time someone approached our table (which is a COVID thing - no reflection on this place), we had a fun, carefree evening. The food was phenomenal. My only 'dislike' was the Crispy Blue Catfish with Shaved Fennel, Pickled Chili, Olive, and Harissa Aioli. The ball-thingees were terribly "fishy" tasting but that's probably because-- well-- they're FISH. haha! But my boyfriend loved them and I enjoyed the yummy accoutrements that came on the plate. I loved, loved, LOVED the Yogurt Roasted Eggplant with Fregula Tambouli, Feta, Mint, Pomegranate - out of this world! Also amazing: Shrimp Scampi with Spinach Malfade, Peperoncini, Dill, Garlic, and Breadcrumb, and the Focaccia with Shaved Zucchini, Roasted Garlic, and Smoked Mozzarella. The drinks were delish- Tim had the margarita; I drank wine. And as if this place didn't wow us enough, they treated us to two home-made cookies at the end of the meal plus a hand-written "thank-you" card from the staff. Whoa! Pre-COVID Pandemic, Tim and I dine out a LOT and I truly feel that service is LACKING these days. You can have great food and atmosphere, but if you're treated poorly, that will make for a horrible dining experience every time! This placed WOWED us. Shek was so amazing, so friendly and knowledgeable.... Erin was kind, sweet, and attentive as well. This place will forever stand out in my mind and I'll refer the crap out of it (already have on social media) because of the PEOPLE and how they treated us. Like special guests in their own "home;" the next time we visit DC, we're sure to book another dinner date with Iron Gate. If you're looking for a nice way to get out during this awful pandemic and want to go to a place that's taking COVID very seriously while also ensuring a magical experience, wonderful food and atmosphere, look no further and book a reservation here! Not cheap by any stretch, but well worth your money, I promise!! read more

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Love iron gate, food is fantastic and ambience is fantastic. Sit outside if you can! Seasonal menu!

Came here for my boyfriends 30th birthday aka very special occasion. The ambience is so beautiful, an escape from the business of the city, tucked behind a historic building. There are indeed iron gates which make it all the more romantic . The back area is covered with ivy in a trellis and globe lights. The offer blankets for a chilly evening. The menu was balanced and the hardest part was deciding. Luckily our server helped us a lot and gave options. We settled on the Iron gate mixed grill which on our evening was 4 different cooks of lamb and a perfectly pink hanger steak. We loved this main dish for 2. We also started with the gnocchi and harissa carrots, upon recommendation of our sever. Wow exciting carrots do exist! We finished the gnocchi and resisted licking the plate. Best I've ever had! Though we were too stuffed to order desert (those yeast donuts were calling our names though), and also had birthday cake at home, our server heard us toast, and brought out a comped birthday desert with a candle! There was evening a chocolate plate that said "happy birthday". This is truly a gem and priced right to boot. Hope to return soon! read more

Iron Gate - Birthday surprise! - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

RESTAURANT WEEK REVIEW I went to iron gate for their restaurant week lunch and highly recommend it! First, the restaurant is super cute and a great place for a date. Second, all three courses I had were excellent. I particularly enjoyed the soup and the perfectly bartered and fried fish. The quality of the ingredients were great. Lastly, for the price of restaurant week, this meal was very much worth it and one of the better experiences I've had in DC. Basically, make your reservation early for this one because it's worth it! read more

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Came for lunch and simply put, everything we had was amazing. Indeed my coworkers said they had been previously for dinner as well and said it was probably the best dinner they've ever had in DC. The place is popular, reservations recommended or try to grab seating in the bar area, but has a great ambiance and is in a nice part town, between DuPont and the 14th st corridor. Go, eat it all, and enjoy! read more

Was able to get a reservation for 3 the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. We were greeted by the host ( I forget her name but she was fantastic) and we were informed that the main dining room was available but if we waited 30 min we could sit in the patio. Trust me, SIT IN THE PATIO. We proceed to have a few drinks at the bar as we waited. Iron Gates take on the Moscow Mule was delicious. I recommend it. After sitting down and speaking to our waiter (he was amazing). We proceeded to order almost every small plate they had. Listed below: 1. Oysters 2. Pea Bruschetta 3. Burrata 4. Haloumi 5. Asparagus 6. Carrots (MUST GET) Then we each selected from the larger plates 7. Gnocchi (Amazingggg) 8. Octopus (this was my personal favorite) 9. Blue crab/Shrimp Orzo Lastly we orders 2/4 desserts 10. Donuts 11. Cheesecake Desserts are always amazing. Overall this was an amazing meal in beautiful setting. The service was amazing, our waiter was engaged, he knew about the menu and had opinions on the food. It was one of the best meals I've had the opportunity to enjoy in 2019. I will be back. Soon! read more

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I've previously enjoyed the Iron Gate but hadn't been back in a year or two. Went on a Tuesday evening around 7:30 and the restaurant was bustling. Downhill from there: 1 - no hostess in front. Waited a few minutes then went looking for her. Asked staff: "she'll be back soon". After 7 minutes waiting, another staff member welcomed us and gave us a table. 2 - 10 more minutes waiting before menus. Waiter looked like he'd just gotten out of bed, with his dress shirt half tucked in, half falling out. Took order. 3 - we ordered 2 entrees and 2 appetizers. Food was slow to arrive but terrific -- and the second entree took FORTY FIVE MINUTES to arrive at our table after ordering. No apology or acknowledgement from waiter. Similarly, small candles on table weren't lit, water glasses not refilled until we asked. For a meal costing roughly $100 for two people (including 2 glasses of wine) I expect much better (and in the past I got it). Two stars for food + lovely setting. No stars for anything else. Would rate the service but didn't experience any. read more

We had a fantastic time at Iron Gate! Our bartender, Sarah, was incredible--great drink recommendations and killer cocktails (Prof Plum was a delight)--she makes a mean daquiri! Sarah truly made the end of our night, she was attentive, accommodating, and just a blast to chat with. Thanks for the best nightcap, we'll be back! read more

Wonderful special occasion experience! Ana was a terrific server and we appreciated the special touches to celebrate our anniversary. The tasting menu is the way to go - such a fun and delicious dining experience! read more

My workplace did an event here and they loved it. Impeccable service, delicious food, generous quantities and variety. Highly recommend it for events. I decided to have dinner there with a friend. The vegetarian options were limited, which is fine -- but I was disappointed by heaviness (read:oil) of the veggie options and all marks on the pasta, which was crunchy -- not al dente. The focaccia had grapes in it, which broke my brain and seemed like an error. It is beautiful! The service is very, very good. I think I had an off night. Give it a shot -- esp. if you can enjoy the full menu. The history alone is worth it. read more

Our server was extraordinary (but never made note of his name...shame on me) but his suggestions made our evening exceptional. Food and preparation was what foodies look for with interesting flavors and excellent preparation. Strongly recommended! read more

A night at Iron Gate is not so much a dinner reservation, but rather an experience at one of the most romantic and luxurious outdoor dining spots in the city. We decided to make Friday night reservations based on their menu, and were absolutely bowled over when we were shown to our table in their beyond gorgeous outdoor seating area. Almost located in a quasi-alley, Iron Gate has meticulously recreated this spot into a Mediterranean garden, with a trellised overhang, gorgeous fauna, and a roaring firepit at each table. It really felt like an event, and it set the mood just right for an incredible meal. After being seated at a cozy table near the back, we settled on a glass of their delicious red sangria for her and a glass of stunning Greek assyrtiko for me. We followed that up with a couple of delicious vodka martinis that we sipped on throughout our meal. This spot features an incredibly abundant and surprisingly well-priced prix-fixe, which makes for multiple courses at a great value. The menu reads like a road trip through the Mediterranean, with touches of Spanish, Italian, Greek, Levantine, and North African coming through strongly at different points. For starters, the beet snd citrus salads were delicious, but the standout was the spanakopita arancini, fried crisp and perfectly seasoned with rice, spinach and salty feta. The outstanding focaccia, rich and dense, was equally as satisfying. Our attentive servers even served us a few extra bites not featured on the menu, all of which were perfect. The plentiful starters could have made the meal, but the entrees certainly made their mark. We decided on the caramelized ricotta gnocchi, a rich, buttery, and woodsy pasta dish that matched our table's cozy vibe. If that wasn't enough, our entree was served with an additional loaf of bread, salad, and a heaping bowl of truly the best cacio e pepe I have ever had. I am still dreaming of it. This was all topped off by a perfect little pistachio financier. The food was perfection, and coupled with the idyllic ambiance, and impeccable service, it was like a vacation. Iron Gate is sublime, a spot for a true feast, and a place that really calls for a celebration. Simply put, Iron Gate is one of the best spots in the city and a meal worth traveling for. read more

Can't say enough good things about Iron Gate. It's great every time. The food is delicious and the amount of dishes you receive on the tasting menu is unbelievable. The servers are friendly and the back patio is beautiful in the spring and fall. read more

This is my first time back since COVID began and I will not return until COVID is over. Firstly, while literally everyone else was in the main outdoor garden next to fires and heat lamps and under twinkly fairy lights....we got shoved in the corridor next to the kitchen entrance with none of the aforementioned ambiance. They also have a strict mask policy in place, where no staff will approach your table while your mask is down; I understand trying to keep everybody safe, BUT. When you're doing a toast and about to take your first sip of a drink, but someone is awkwardly hovering nearby making you feel like a delinquent because your mask isn't up, you hurriedly set your drink down and pull up the mask so they can drop off your water glasses. But instead of bringing all the initial items at once, they come back a second time with water...and a third time with a little hummus plate...and each time they hover, making you feel terrible that your mask isn't already up. Then the appetizers come--again in waves--so your fork is full on your way to your mouth but you have to hurriedly set it down because a worker seems annoyed that they can't drop off your next appetizer. Then a worker is kind of lurching forward trying to clear empty plates without getting too close because you're enjoying your wine. If that's going to be the policy, fine--but then strictly minimize the amount of interaction your staff has with the table, mainly by doing most things at once. And by the way--we were seated next to the aforementioned kitchen and entryway, so guests and staff were literally walking right next to our tables the entire time while our masks were down, but for some reason only became awkward and stilted and annoyed when they had to place something on our table. I got the grilled avocado, foccacia, and gnocchi, which were all just fine--but they weren't worth how awkward and not relaxed I was during the entire experience. read more