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4.7 (17 reviews)
Closed • 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
Updated 3 months ago

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Samantha T.

Melange Foods is like mini food hall with three restaurant concepts under one roof. Mélange (gourmet burgers with French/Ethiopian fusion), Doro Soul Food (Ethiopian-inspired fried chicken), and Moya (Ethiopian-Mexican fusion tacos). I had the classic burger from Melange and the tenders and mac and cheese from Doro. The burger was an amazing and definitely worth the hype. The tenders were good and flavorful but I didn't really like the Mac and cheese. I sat at the bar and it wasn't busy so service was very fast. They're currently working on revamping their drink menu so the options were limited.

Moya Ethiopian Tacos Fish, Beef Stew Chicken
Cameron B.

Powerhouse of flavors, textures and a real 'mix' if cultures come together in a low key setting. The much beloved crispy Ethiopian spiced chicken dishes from Doro Chicken have not skipped a beat and still slap. 10/10, no notes. You can add extra sauce sides like their sweet-leaning Mambo sauce or their tongue searing hot sauce. Both pair well with the addicting Berber spiced fries. Flavors for days. The new kid in town are the hybrid of tacos and African prepared proteins. Moya has brought the simplicity of Mexican street tacos (think radish, cilantro, lime and onions....PERIOD) on a 4 inch flour or corn soft shell. Now later onto a nice portion of pillowy and crispy fried fish pieces, an African style shredded beef stew (ZOMG) or an African inspired chicken tinga (so succulent). 2 bites max and perfectly soft meat just melts in your mouth. This mash up is a winner!!! You can order food through a QR to your table but alcohol has to be ordered through a server or at the bar. Cocktail game is in development so I'd stick to a light beer to wash down these bold and spice rich flavors. Kitchen is still getting their legs so be patient. With a take-away outside counter and roll-away walls, this is the spot to start a summer night pre-game or snag on your way to a picnic. The Century of the mash-up continues!

Joe P.

Same spot as before? Yes. But wholly different restaurant - happy hour- drink scene. Melange's burger and chicken strips vie for maybe the best in DC. Yes, it's Italian style burger--with the green sauce--is one of the best burgers I've ever had, and one of the best in DC, easy.

Frenchie Burger

Melange DC has just moved into rotation! Chef de Cuisine Taddessee has blended his classical French training with the vibrant, soulful flavors of Ethiopia and has created something truly special here and authentically American. The vibe is open-air, welcoming, and perfectly positioned just off the 9:30 Club -- the ideal pre- or post-show spot. Drinx + Bites: Berbere Margarita -- A brilliant twist on a classic. Cuervo Silver, Triple Sec, lime juice, and a subtle but addictive berbere syrup. It's bright, spicy, and absolutely refreshing. The Frenchie Burger -- Caramelized onions, melty gruyere, and dijonnaise that could win awards. A true Paris-meets-Addis creation. Doro Chicken Tenders -- Hot, berbere-spiced, and maybe the juiciest tenders I've ever had (NGL). Crisp on the outside, full of flavor inside. Collard Greens -- Braised with smoked turkey and an Ethiopian spice blend that's both comforting and intriguing. Every bite tasted like bold, elevated twist. Run, don't walk!!! This is DC dining at its most inventive and delicious. PS- the vibe is totally on point. The perfect Melange mixtape for all guests.

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We had an amazing time. Food was delicious and the service was great. Would definitely recommend it and look forward to come back soon.

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4.8(96 reviews)
0.6 mi

It's a very small store but there was a little line of 2 folks ahead of me so not bad for the…read moresummer. A nice young man took my two orders for single scoop of butter pecan. Payment was easy and you can get points for their reward program. I quickly exited so I could take my mom her cup. I tasted a little before I hit the car I took a quick sample. Sweet but not overly sweet and creamy.

You want the scoop?! Well, this place is an authentic Black woman owned business!…read more I'm a first time customer here to say that this place has won me over! Very helpful staff, cute ice parlor vibes and decor..what's not to like! First, I can only indulge in dairy free products so while the selections here were few, the choice that I made was surprisingly shocking-all cashew milk are not enjoyable lol. I ordered the raspberry cheesecake ice cream and honey, after one bite, I thought that I was eating dairy because it was THAT creamy and good! Filled with flavor and delicious to the last drop, I thoroughly enjoyed it on a sugar cone. But here is where I laugh to myself because I sat outside, enjoyed a delicious ice cream and decided to then try a patty lol yes! I ordered one of the curry chicken patty and as a native Island gal, this place knows how to blend their flavors. Those patties were buttery soft and filled with flavor inside-ENJOYED IT! Would I return? YES! I do hope that they expand their vegan flavors but yes yes yes! It's hot in the District, stop by local and enjoy a well deserved treat.

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Mount Desert Island Ice Cream

Mount Desert Island Ice Cream

4.5(218 reviews)
1.1 mi•Mount Pleasant
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We loved this little ice cream shop! They have many unique flavors, and unlike other places, when…read moreyou order a regular size cup, it's one and a half scoops and you can get two different flavors! I chose Blueberry Sour Cream Crumble and Butterscotch Miso. Both were wonderfully creamy, however the blueberry wasn't very flavorful-but I loved the crumble pieces. The Butterscotch had a nice rich, flavor. Definitely want to have it again. My husband got the Maine Sea Salt Caramel and the Vietnamese Coffee. He said it had a very strong coffee flavor and he loved it. The caramel ice cream tasted exactly like its name-you could taste every flavor and it was yum! There are steps going up to the shop and some counter seating around the perimeter inside. The staff is very friendly and took great care of us. They seemed really proud of their shop and the high-quality products, but especially were committed to giving customers a nice experience! There appeared to be on-street parking available but we walked. Very fun place overall!

I stopped in to try the ice cream since I was already in the area. It's a small shop offering a…read morevariety of interesting and unique flavors. I tried the chocolate and Alfajor. The chocolate was good, but I found the Alfajor to be fairly mild and lacking the flavor I was expecting. The ice cream itself has a unique texture, although it melts surprisingly quickly, so it's definitely something to enjoy right away. Overall, the ice cream was good, but it didn't particularly stand out to me. I'm glad I tried it while I was in the area, but I'm not sure I would make a special trip just for the ice cream.

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Larry's Homemade Ice Cream

3.5(534 reviews)
1.2 mi•Dupont Circle
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No-frills ice cream shop that hidden away underneath many of the shops in Dupont…read more Has a variety of flavors of very tasty ice cream, including most of the classics and a few original ones as well Only have a few stools inside for seating Solid waffle cones

On our way to the metro, we noticed this ice cream shop and decided to stop in. This was an obvious…read morechoice for a large group of Wisconsin residents. No negative feedback in this review. All good things! 1. Appearance of the Venue This spot has a really cool, old-school ice cream parlor vibe. It feels traditional, welcoming and exactly what you want a neighborhood ice cream shop. 2. Service The service here was great and very friendly. We were traveling in a large group, and the staff was able to accommodate all of us in a very timely manner. Which we really appreciated since we were on our way to a destination and had other family members meeting us at the metro station. Thanks to their quick service, we didn't keep anyone waiting. 3. The Ice Cream As a Wisconsinite, I am a bit of an ice cream and custard snob being from the dairy state! While it doesn't quite match up to Wisconsin's Custard (IYKYK), I will say it was good ice cream and definitely tasted better than some I've had in other states. This made the spontaneous stop worth it. They offer several fantastic flavors of hand dipped ice cream. I ordered the salted caramel in a cake cone. The ice cream was really good. It was rich and flavorful. Not too salty either. It is wonderful to find a great local spot while traveling as I always love supporting small businesses. Here you go asking me again, will I return? Yes! The ice cream was really good plus the service was fast and friendly.

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Purple Patch

4.4(1.6k reviews)
1.2 mi•Mount Pleasant
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Had lunch with a friend, and now I completely understand why this place was recommended…read more I ordered the Tocino Entree which came with grilled sweet pork, atchara papaya salad, a house salad, and garlic fried rice. It was SOOO good! The pork was flavorful with the perfect balance of sweetness, and the garlic fried rice paired wonderfully with it. Everything on the plate worked so well together. My friend ordered the Ube Waffle & Filipino Fried Chicken with Ube Ice Cream. I loved the waffle and the ice cream, but unfortunately, the fried chicken was a bit too dry for my taste. It wasn't bad, but it definitely wasn't the highlight of the meal for me. Of course, we had to save room for dessert, and I'm so glad we did. The Ube Bread Pudding with Ube Ice Cream was AMAZING. The bread pudding was warm, rich, and comforting, while the ice cream balanced the sweetness. If you are an ube fan, this place is a must-visit. There are other ube-inspired menu items. Will definitely be coming back. Hubby will love it! There are so many other dishes on the menu that I'd love to try and Tocino Entree alone is worth another visit.

I love Filipino food and I was so happy that Mount Pleasant has this little gem situated there…read more I've been to Purple Patch twice now, once for dinner and once for weekend brunch. It's a bit of a small space, but they have packed as much seating as physically possible in there. There's small tables and a bar seating area as well. Reservations are highly recommended because it can get extremely busy. In this review, I'll share about my weekend brunch experience. We came on a rainy day not expecting too many people so we didn't make a reservation beforehand. Turns out, everyone was hiding from the rain in here and it was quite lively inside. The host still graciously sat my friend and I at the bar, and we could still order from the same food menu. I love a savory brunch so I ordered the classic Filipino breakfast with Tocilog. We also got a side of their crispy pork. The breakfast was good, but I honestly feel like it could have been better. The tocilog itself and the egg were a bit cold. The flavor still tasted good, but I'm sure the whole dish would have been even better if everything was warm/hot. The crispy pork was unfortunately dry. It was difficult for me to want to finish it, and I love crispy pork! The ube cheesecake and ice cream was the perfect dessert for sharing and to end the brunch on a sweet note. Would definitely want to come back just for that.

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