The food was very good and great atmosphere for a work lunch. Only problem is that they did not have 2 of the main entrees available and one of the deserts. And we were early for lunch. But otherwise very good! read more

Sometimes I wish you could give separate ratings for food and service. Honestly, we came on a whim last Tuesday night, but I did enjoy my meal a lot. I finally found pizza I'd go back for in this city. The only problem was, our waiter (so want to call him out but I'll be nice and NOT do that) was a total douche. Um, has he never seen three hungry girls who were having the crappiest week at work EVER and wanted to be together and eat a lot before??? I guess not, since he made about 200 comments about how much we ordered. Two of us decided to split a large pizza with pepperoni, mushrooms, and arugula. We also got small house salads. I needed some protein so I asked if they could make a calamari appetizer since it wasn't on the menu. They did (props there), and we all shared it. Big deal. My other friend just ordered the salad with the steak (can't remember the name). They put some of the dressing on it, which she specifically asked them not to and also asked for balsamic on the side. So instead of insulting us on a continuous basis, maybe he should've LISTENED to what she wanted instead...just a suggestion. The pizza rocks. Calamari was all breading...doubt I got much protein out of it anyway. The salad was refreshing and light. I liked the atmosphere of this Capitol Hill location. Waiter just needs to check himself. read more

the service is always great and so is the food! love the salmon and spincah as well as the shrimp and grits.

Came here for brunch, Matchbox was very accommodating with our party which had my little pup Dunks. They brought out a doggie bowl and all =) My favorite drink was the Capitol Hill, which was a mimosa with apple liquor and garnished with a slice of granny smith! Very tarty! We had the special (blueberry muffin french toast), the Lox flat bread and a side of bacon. Bacon was on the greasy side, I know I know, it's bacon! But it was like it was straight from the pan without hitting any paper towels to absorb some of the excess fat... The blueberry muffin french toast was AWESOME! Not too sweet and it had a nice crunch factor with the granola clusters. The lox flatbread, always delish! I wish they served this plate at all Matchbox locations. The highlight of our meal though was our server, Noah, we've had brunch here a handful of times before, but this past brunch experience was the BEST service we have had at this Matchbox location. He was very knowledgeable of all the menu items and quality checked with us after our meals came out. read more

I want to thank Ronnie and his staff at Matchbox for helping to make my daughters sweet 16th birthday special! While Matchbox was not her first choice, it was the best choice. Ronnie was VERY understanding and accommodating to me. He understood that we wanted to make it as personnel as possible and he made sure it happened. The food was good, service was quick and the servers were great. Thanks again, good customer service goes a long way!! read more

food is phenomenal! the crab bisque is some of the best soup I have ever had! The pesto grilled chicken pizza is also great! I love this place! read more

My boyfriend and I visited DC two days ago and planned on eating here as soon as we hopped off the bus and checked into the hotel. It was brunch on a Sunday afternoon, around 2pm and a wait that was about 20 to 25 minutes. We both had the cast-iron steak & eggs, which was quite good. He also had the "fire" bloody mary (or something along those lines) and he loved it! Between the both of us, the bill came to 43 dollars, what a bargain! Our waiter was so sweet and helpful, he really made the dining experience all the more enjoyable... But although our waiter was great, while we were waiting to be seated, there were two waitresses (by the names of Brittny and Ebony... YEAH, I remember your names!) who repeatedly gave us dirty looks - Needless to say, that began to turn me off to the place. Not quite sure what that was about, but I'm just glad the food and our assigned waiter made trying this restaurant out worth the while! read more

Although this location is a little off the beaten path compared to the Matchbox Chinatown restaurant, I had a better experience at Matchbox Capitol Hill. The atmosphere was warm and conducive to discussions. Our server, Jeff had a very effervescent and personable personality. We were lucky to have him service our table. He had a work ethic like no other. From the other unfortunate reviews it sounds like in that environment he literally had a work ethic like no other. Everything was timely, cooked to perfection with a smile. We went earlier in the week. Fantastic Happy Hour selections! read more

Really wanted to try their unlimited brunch, arrived and was told there was a 25 minute wait. For some reason the hostess assumed this would turn us away, but after staring blankly at us for about a minute and a half she realized we were waiting for her to take our name for the wait. I later asked that extremely rude hostess if the high tops by the bar were open seating, and she replied yes, all except the two that were open. Great. We left and walked around for a bit. Came back and asked how much longer the wait was. She said they had reservations and we had only been waiting for 15 minutes. I then asked what the grace period is for reservations, since just from where I was standing I could see four open tables that had been open when we first came in. Got another rude response. We left. I wouldn't come here if you expect to be treated with respect. Went next door to Ted's, they had a 20 min wait and we were seated before we even received a text from Matchbox. read more

best pizza I've had in D.C. so far, also great mini burgers!

Brunch: Blood mary has a weird smokey taste. Was not a fan. If you are looking for a good bloody mary for brunch, go somewhere else.

Great time! Fabulous "coffee" and donuts dessert. Great pizza! Fantastic service! The waitress was very attentive and made great suggestions. Cheesy bread thing was to die for. We will definitely be back. Easily accessible from the Metro. Father and son had a great time! read more

Attentive servers, interesting cocktails and yummy food made with fresh ingredients. The chicken sandwich has fresh mozzarella on it. The mini-burgers are delicious and served with a pile of the thinnest, crispiest, yummiest strands onion straws. The salad was very nice, too. I will be back. read more

The service was rude and seemed annoyed the entire time, and the ambience isn't special or fun. It was very business lunchy. The shrimp and grits was a very small size for sharing, but fresh and tasty. The veggie pizza was great - though it doesn't come with marinara sauce so pay attention to the menu - and they thankfully had ranch and marinara sauce for dipping. read more

Went there for lunch on a Sunday. Decent pizza, not spectacular but not bad either. Decor was nice, service good. Saw a plate of sliders that made me wish I'd ordered them instead. I would go back but not necessarily out of the way. read more

Excellent brunch, inventive but not silly food, fresh ingredients, friendly service. Not life-changing but, sadly, the best meal I had in DC in 48 hours. read more

so i tired the fire and smoke pizza based on yelp reviews. it was good and gooey. and Very hot. painfully hot. also tried the veggie pizza. which was really really good. the mushrooms were juicy, salty, and awesome. the little potato chips on top added a nice crunch. read more

I am conflicted about how many stars to give this place because I have mixed feelings about it. I have eaten here a handful of times and the food has been great. That being said, the service is ABYSMAL. The times I have been there, friends and I have been seated and then waited 15 minutes for a server to show, only to take a drink order and not return for another 15 minutes. There have been two other times that I have attempted to take my parents there during their visits to DC and took our name off the waiting list in annoyance and gone elsewhere. There would be quite a few empty tables with no one taking the initiative to clear them, seat people there, etc. and then still claim that there is a half hour to 45 minute waiting list...with a number of employees present with clearly not enough to do. Yesterday, after running the National Marathon, we went in around 10:00 a.m. and was told that there was a half hour (at least) waiting list (even though there were NUMEROUS empty tables) AND that they were short-staffed. Short staffed on a sunny Saturday with a huge event just having taken place in the neighborhood??? Again, we left in frustration and went elsewhere. It is a shame that their service standard is so low and that they are obviously indifferent to expeditiously attending to their customers (and retaining reservations when people leave frustrated) because their food really is good. When thinking about going here, I just always hesitate and consider whether or not a completely aggravating experience with their employees and service is worth the food. read more

This restaurant is the catalyst for all of the development on 8th street. Just really good food and great beer/wine selection plus friendly staff and brick oven pizza. Knock it if you want but why is wait long???...because it's great! read more

On point. Great mini burgers and white pizza delicious, great service.

This place is pretty mediocre. Standard brunch menu, more expensive than it's worth. The service was pretty bad too. I asked if the huevos rancheros were served runny and the waiter told me they were scrambled. No one makes scrambled huevos rancheros so I was surprised but ordered them. Of course they come--fried and runny. My friend ordered them too and her yolk was solid; clearly no consistency or intentionality in the way they were cooked. They offered to scramble them and brought them back, which was nice, but they then basically made a weird omelette. Other dishes seemed ok but this was a less than ideal dining experience. read more

Pretty decent pizza. Their sausage pizza is good. And their glazed prosciutto fig pizza was interesting.

We loved this place. Excellent mini burgers to start. Then amazing wood fired oven thin crust pizza. So, so good! The service was very friendly, too! read more

matchbox is one of my favorite restaurants in my neighborhood (and probably dc as a whole). the capitol hill location is quieter and less crowded than its chinatown companion, but the food and drinks are just as good. all of their pizzas are prepared with fresh ingredients and served on a thin, crispy crust. my favorites are the chicken pesto and matchbox meat, and the only one i'd approach with caution (and a gallon of water) is the spicy fire and smoke. the miniburgers are the best i've ever had (try them with gouda) and the apple/pear salad is always a good bet. be sure to ask your server for a side of their mac and cheese--it's only a seasonal addition to their menu but if you know they serve it they will make it for you anytime. read more

good freakin pizza...the restaurant is nice...almost a club kinda atmosphere...it's dc...so you know it's a bit overcrowded...and everyone is trying to cram a drink down and dance some where...but this pizza...fantastic...almost as good as largo pizza...=) read more

Excellent food! Great service! The wine list is a good size with plenty of options and reasonable prices! Also a good beer selection. Make sure to save room for the donuts for desert! read more

Great friendly service including the hostess and our waitress. Unpretentious and warm, yet upscale atmosphere. Delicious salad (with just the right amount of dressing). Yummy pizza (I had the Q special). It hit the mark for us. Would definitely return next time I visit D.C. read more

We went to Matchbox last night for my husband's birthday and it was great, as always. I always get the calamari salad (spicy and delicious, the calamari are so crisp, they pair nicely with the greens, olives), but last night I decided to try to warm mushroom salad (I think it may be a new winter dish) and it did not disappoint. Mixed mushrooms (think chanterelles and other fancy mushrooms), lentils, perfectly cooked fingerling potatoes and a wonderful dressing over greens--it was delicious and even better the next day as leftovers (I couldn't finish it because I was also eating pizza). It's a really kid-friendly place and they have kid cups and are very patient with wandering toddlers. The service is excellent and they went above and beyond to bring us a special birthday donut plate, complete with a candle at the end of the meal. My only warning/complaint is that the plain cheese pizza is a bit on the spicy side (I think it might be a combination of raw-ish garlic or other strong spices), which turned off our kids a bit. Overall, I would recommend the veggie pizza with the thinly sliced fingerling potatoes--it rocks! The sliders are always a hit with kids and adults alike, so definitely get those if you go. read more

I smelled the pizza and saw the wait for this place and thought, this is going to be great! Not so much. The only thing I loved, was the pepperoni roll app. The pizzas were ok and seemed to lack flavor. I found myself loading up on crushed pepper and cheese. Kind of disappointing for pizza. read more

I've been a regular at this matchbox since 2010. I have never been met with such awful hospitality as Toni the hostess this evening. I had the highest regard for this place. Kip and Dillon the bartenders are amazing. I felt that this was a home away from home. A "Cheers" if you can please or remember. However, after tonight's experience. I will never be a guest of this establishment. Not only did she disrespect me and roll her eyes at me after asking her how much longer our wait was, she completely lied to the management with no regard. I have no idea why she was hired, but I do know that this is not the front person (first impression) that matchbox usually has. I'm very saddened and disappointed. Unsure if matchbox has lowered it standards or if this is a fluke. Either way, on 8th street, there are tons of options. Smooches Matchbox, I don't have to pay to be disrespected!... Louis the manager tried...I think. But no I don't want a free dinner. I just never want to be disrespected in this way read more

Our first ever eating at Match box and the food and service was awful. They repeatedly got orders wrong at table the server forgot to put in a order seemed like he was on chill time and not work time. My 15 dollar burger was gross not to mention everything was cold even the onion rings. Just a bad experience and not to mention it was 7 of us and everybody dish was almost 60 a piece. read more

Outside of having a brick oven, Matchbox is an average pizza parlor at best.....except for the pricing. A large, thin crust pizza will cost you $22. It is not a good place to take a date or your family. The tables are very close together. I would recommend sitting at the bar and sharing a pizza and a few drinks if you decide to go! read more

Had a great dining experience here on Mother's Day. The table we made an online reservation for was ready upon our arrival and the waitress had a great attitude. read more

Good food, great location. Clean and the service was pretty good, along with couple friends, we all liked the food and enjoyed our meals. Black bean burger was really good and would like to try it again! read more

Usually very good but my banana bread french toast was very blah, way too dry, with four puny raspberries. Took two requests for syrup to get....well, honey. Friends' crabcake eggs benedict won raves from him, but chef needs to step up the french toast game. read more

This dinner was so good! Do not go to the cupcake place by it though...that place sucked. But matchbox was worth the trip.

Great for brunch, just be prepared to wait. A fair price for excellent food and ambiance. Loved the live jazz, and hope it's a regular feature. read more

pretty much awesome. good beer, good pizza, good sliders, good environment. only con is the long wait time, but it's worth it. our favorite pizzas are the pepperoni and the one with coppala ham and arugula. yum. read more

Excellent service, really good food. My son's glass broke while he was drinking. Faulty glass, noone's fault. The staff could not have been nicer, the manager came over and we felt really looked after. Pizzas were excellent - up to true Italy standard, and the doughnuts (which you definitely don't get in Italy) were really good too. Highly recommended. read more

I called to be placed on the waiting list and the hostess was very rude. Decided not to go there because of the rudeness. Went to banana cafe instead. Pizza places some a dozen in DC. Matchbox is not the last one standing. read more