Here's how I see it: MITA delivered a dining experience that felt thoughtful from the first course to the final spoonful. As someone who does not typically gravitate toward vegetarian/vegan menus, the meal felt especially fresh and quietly innovative--proof that vegetable-forward cuisine, when handled with this level of intent, can be just as compelling, layered, and satisfying as any traditional tasting menu. Opting for the Camino Corto menu proved to be a well-judged choice. Paired with the supplemental arepas, it offered a generous and satisfying progression without ever feeling heavy. The arepas--served with guasacaca, cashew sour cream, and chontaduro butter--were an excellent addition, setting a warm, flavorful tone and easily standing as a highlight on their own. From there, the menu unfolded with precision and clarity. The picaron with persimmon, lúcuma, and huacatay was playful yet composed. The arracacha with fava beans, plantain, and mushroom dashi brought depth and umami-driven warmth, while the watermelon ceviche with white soy, cilantro, and quinoa delivered brightness and balance. The malanga course offered satisfyingly to-the-perfect point chewy texture, and the arroz con gandules--pigeon peas, sofrito, and sea beans--managed to feel both comforting and refined, a balance not easily achieved. Dessert, a modern bienmesabe with coconut sponge, coconut praline, and pineapple sorbet, closed the meal with elegance and lift. What stood out most was how seamlessly the kitchen elevated vegetables beyond expectation--never as substitutes, but as the main event. Each dish felt intentional, expressive, and complete. Service mirrored the cuisine in its composure and warmth: attentive without intrusion, polished without stiffness. There is a quiet confidence throughout MITA that allows guests to settle in and fully engage with the experience. This is the kind of restaurant that shifts perspective--where even a dedicated omnivore leaves not missing anything, but instead discovering something new. Respect to the chefs and the entire team for a meal that was both elegant and deeply satisfying. read more

I visited MITA for Winter Restaurant Week, and while the atmosphere is lovely, the experience was a bit of a mixed bag. Because it was a set prix-fixe that wasn't posted publicly beforehand, it felt like a bit of a gamble, and unfortunately, it didn't pay off for my group. There was very little room for accommodating dietary preferences, which was surprising for a vegetable-forward concept. It would have helped if they had made the menu public so we knew what to expect before sitting down. The Malanga Gnocchi was a letdown. As a main course, it felt uninspired and lacked the "wow" factor I expected from a place with this reputation. Overall, I felt the dishes could have been much more inventive. For a Michelin-level spot, the flavors felt a bit safe and didn't showcase the full potential of plant-based Latin cuisine. The service remains attentive and the space is beautiful, but for the price point, I wanted more. read more

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Chase was doing a promotion with the Infatuation for chase card holders and they were giving a $75 credit. This restaurant was one of the list. I have never tried vegetarian and let alone this being a michellin star , I was so intrigued. My boyfriend and I did the Heritage' tasting menu - it was such a nice experience! I love learning about culture and flavor through food so our waiter /host shared a story each time they brought our food over. you can just tell that the chef puts so much thought and creativity into each food, and the flavors were so tasty!! if you have friends who enjoy meat and have never tried vegetarian, I really recommend this tasting experience. read more

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I had a wonderful experience here! Just a note it is pretty pricey and will come out to about $270 if you do the full tasting menu as one person and a couple of drinks. However, the ambience is just so beautiful inside and the staff is really kind and pretty prompt and I loved my experience sitting at the chef's counter, which takes almost 3 hours for the full experience so many of the dishes were completely delicious, but my favorite by far had to be the gnocchi! Even though the menu is completely vegetarian, it is all great and every dish was very inventive and beautiful! read more

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Honestly, the food is delicious. But there's just so little of it. We went for restaurant week so maybe that's the issue... the flavors are complex and the presentation is lovely. But we left so hungry. We saw two other couples who'd dined when we did our for pizza or tacos afterward. The eggplant served with the soba noodle dish was so insanely difficult to cut so that's where things went downhill with the food. The vibe is classy and the space is lovely but it was freezing. It was distractingly cold and they couldn't do anything about it as they said they don't control the AC settings. The service was robotic - no one seemed passionate about the food and when we asked about parts of the dishes being presented their answers were scripted and didn't seem authentic. Not sure I'd go back with other options out there for fancy vegan. read more

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No doubt this place has fantastic food. We did the 6 course tasting menu. Overall, superb presentation, flavors and ambiance. The main negative was lack of a proper main dish - gnocchi was not filling enough. It's just never a good feeling to leave such a meal a bit hungry. Maybe the 14 course meal is enough but the 6 course needs to be adjusted. Lastly, our entire "experience" took exactly 1 hour from sitting down to leaving the restaurant. They rushed us through every course. I've never seen something like that before. It was not by chance. Over $300 for 1 hour is simply not appropriate. read more

I debated on putting up photos or not because I didn't want to ruin the experience but I chose to because I am still in awe that everything was plant based and amazing! The story behind each "act" (love that they called each course that). We did the 6 course experience and we enjoyed it! We added the arepas at the beginning and we also got a beautiful delicious coconut sherbet! It was a great experience and the space was super casual at a corner spot, but the inside and service were clearly met the Michelin expectation! We will definitely be back. read more

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Worst Michelin star we've been to (out of 13 in multiple countries.) Honestly have no clue how they got their star. The food is atrocious to the point where fast food tastes better. Both of us are vegetarians with extensive time living in Latin America so we were excited to try MITA. Absolutely horrible, food was bland with no flavor and for a Latin American restaurant the lack of high quality Latin American wines was disappointing: Chile and Argentina have such quality products, but none of that was here. Honestly, if you want a good vegetarian meal, Burger King's impossible whopper is better than every single dish here. Save a few hundred dollars and go to the nearest BK drive through. read more

Definitely one of the all time great high end vegetarian food experiences. Every dish was inventive and incredibly delicious. The cocktails and mocktails were high quality, service was impeccable and the place is wonderfully decorated and in a great location for before and/or after. If you're vegetarian this is a must visit. Simple as. Phenomenal experience all around. read more

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We went to Mita to celebrate my birthday , and it was our first visit. We had the 6-course prix fixe menu, and the all-vegetarian selection was impressive! Some flavors were so unique they even reminded me of meat flavors, which was really surprising and well-executed. A special shoutout to my father-in-law, who is usually a picky eater and not one to try new things--but he actually gave multiple dishes a shot and even liked some! That alone says a lot about how well-crafted the dishes were. On the downside, the restaurant was very loud, and I could barely hear the servers explaining each dish. My family had the same issue, which was disappointing since I love learning about what I'm eating. It would be great if they could find a way to make it a bit easier to hear. Unfortunately, none of us enjoyed the dessert--the flavors just didn't work for us. On a sweeter note, I received a birthday card, and they brought out a cute music box that played Happy Birthday, which was a really thoughtful touch. Overall, Mita offers an impressive vegetarian experience, but the noise level and dessert missed the mark for us. read more

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Great Food, great service! Really expensive. I enjoyed a wonderful dinner. The food was so good perfectly paired with the wine tasting menu. read more

MITA - Deliciousness - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Mita offered a great dining experience with really creative dishes providing a range of Latin flavors. The dishes truly were art - while I am not one to take photos, there were a few that I could not resist taking a photo of. The tasting menu was moderately priced at 6 courses for $95 and while dishes were smaller portions, it's the right amount of food. Service was great - we appreciated the regular cadence of dishes, stories and descriptions, and warm welcome. read more

MITA - Cherry blossom dessert - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Fantastic experience here! From the moment we came in, the host took our coats and hung them on a coat rack. We were seated on the right side of the restaurant on a Friday night, and by some stroke of luck, nobody sat around us so it was like having our own private area. We loved every dish that came out and the stories behind it. Great care was made with each presentation. Afterwards, the chef came out and shook our hands and took a photo with us. The only thing I didn't like was my drink - the Jamaica mocktail tasted like stale juice. read more

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I enjoyed an anniversary here and it was an awesome dining experience. Each course in the tasting menu was superb: unlike food I ever normally get to experience and thoughtfully presented. So much flavor packed into each course. We added the arepas supplemental and that was great. The atmosphere was lively but not overwhelming. I would highly recommend MITA and look forward to coming back to try new menu items. read more

Service, A+, the staff was very attentive, almost too attentive, but always made sure our water was filled and table was clean. Very sincere and knowledgeable. Some might find it slightly fast, but we enjoyed it. The only issue, not the fault of the service, is our first dish came smoked and something was oozing out of the bottom that left a sap like blob on our table. Not even the waiter could get it out, it glued itself to the top. Ambiance, A++: Like someone else said, the porcelain clay Cookplay tableware was superb and unique! It fit the decor perfectly and was a nice touch. For a Michelin star restaurant however, the food could use more seasoning. The food was unique and rich in variety, very fresh but could have used spices. We went for restaurant week and got the Arepas supplement. Copalera - Came out looking like candy wrapped in edible rice paper. Tasted like a gummy bear coated in Tajin seasoning. Presentation was great but lacked depth. Arepas - Must have, wish the quantity was larger, but the assortment of breads was delicious and we loved the cashew sour cream. Gazapacho - delicious and perfect for a hot day, came out cold and was one of the better seasoned courses. Andes To Kyoto - The main dish was a disappointment. The soba noodles tasted like smoked salt. There is no way this dish was supposed to be this salty. The Bok Choy was rather mild in flavor but well cooked. The Eggplant was decent, but overall the dish needed some TLC. Cosecha De Miaz - They did not hold back on the corn in the desert. This was actually pretty impressive with a corn flavored ice cream and sweet jam. A good way to end the meal. read more

MITA - Andes To Kyoto - Main Dish - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Weeks before a big celebration dinner, my boyfriend contacted Mita to confirm they could accommodate nut and lentil allergies for us. They assured us they could, so we booked their $500 tasting menu plus the $400 wine tasting pairing (totaling almost 1k for dinner for two) instead of one of the other restaurants we had in mind. When we arrived, the staff had no record of the allergies. When we brought it up again, a server asked whether my boyfriend could eat lentils if the dish contained "lentil protein," which was a concerning sign of how little the team understood about allergy safety. Things got worse from there, the very first course arrived with cashews in it, and the server told us to simply "eat around the cashew dip" despite knowing the entire table had a cashew allergy. Out of the 8 courses, 4 contained ingredients we couldn't eat or that weren't properly modified. My boyfriend ended up having an allergic reaction that left him sick for over 24 hours. We were lucky to avoid a hospital visit. On top of that, management canceled our pre-booked $400 wine pairing at the table, claiming the menu was "too modified" to pair wines, except the kitchen hadn't actually modified anything. They simply removed components and sent out incomplete plates that didn't make sense as dishes. No sommelier assistance was offered either for ordering a la carte wines since they canceled the pairing, despite one being on site and serving other tables. The staff was dismissive and rude throughout, the service felt rushed, and the overall experience was not what anyone would expect from a Michelin starred restaurant, or frankly, from anywhere. The frustrating part is that all of this was entirely avoidable. If Mita had simply been upfront when we reached out weeks in advance and said they couldn't safely accommodate us. We would have happily booked elsewhere, that was the whole point of asking ahead. Zero harm, zero foul if they had been upfront about it. Allergy safety isn't a minor inconvenience, it's a matter of guest wellbeing, and the lack of regard shown that evening was genuinely alarming. read more

Reservations were easy to make at this location and we were greeted promptly and politely at the entrance. Once seated we got the full "fine dining" experience. Six courses with four glasses of wine. Suffice to say, we left full and a little tipsy. Each course delivers a unique flavor journey, from literal volcanic mango candy all the way to dessert. Each meal came with a story, individual plates and cutlery, and the history of the chef. This was an excellent experience and well worth the money spent. read more

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LOVE LOVE LOVE Mita!! It's pretty rare to find fine dining establishments that highlight only vegan options and I feel Mita absolutely killed it. We had the 3 course set menu and I wasn't expecting it but I can out of the meal pretty full. We also got the additional arepas which were absolutely delicious. The servers were very attentive and explained the entire menu to us like a journey was really fun and interesting. Its a pretty small restaurant so I would recommend booking reservations ahead of time but highly highly recommend! read more

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I had a fantastic meal here!!! The staff was welcoming, friendly and kind. They ask you to take your coat, normally at restaurants you have to ask if they have a coat check. And they offer you purse hooks for the table! I liked the initiative here! They also have interesting mocktails. Looking at reviews from a year ago I see Mita had the exact same menu, does it not change? They participated in Restaurant Week but I only found out after they posted to Instagram that it was booked solid. I would recommend the restaurant have a bar menu for those that just want to come in and have drinks, then only serve the arepa course for food but make the arepas bigger! Each arepa is made from a different ingredient and about 2 inches in diameter. Looking at my picture, from the left is a ball, then the next one I think was corn, that was the most delicious one! Please make that full size for order! My only critique is when cleaning the table, between EVERY single course, make it quick. I don't want a man hovering over me for an extended period of time, we don't need to be that close. I like a little personal space. The bathroom did not have a hook on the back of the door so I had to hold my purse while using the bathroom, not convenient. For some reason you don't get opentable points when dining here. This was my most expensive meal at $200 per person! read more

MITA - arepas - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Saw this place was a part of Summer Restaurant Week, and knew I wanted to end my DC trip here. The staff took my food allergies into consideration and made sure to still provide me with the same level of service and experience as every other patron. The staff is uber attentive and friendly. I did not have high expectations for the food, I was initially just going for the experience. However, this is one fine dining establishment that actually serves up flavor. I loved that all the dishes were based off a plants and not soy or faux meats. I was absolutely stuffed by the time I rolled myself out of there. If you're concerned about the small portions, don't be. Now I can't speak for everyone's hunger level though. I could eat the hallaca, ceviche, and poke cake every week. And as an accompaniment I ordered the arepas and wine pairings. The atmosphere is calming, modern and immaculate. The restrooms were clean and gender neutral. Definitely worth the money and time. read more

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interesting and creative vegetarian representation of latin american food - had an enjoyable meal at the bar recently. they serve a la carte at the bar, vs the prefix or tasting menu in the dining room. the menus shared many of the same dishes, but I was told they would be refreshing them soon to switch things up. cocktails were well made - the garden margarita is earthy and delicious for food - we sampled one of everything. the arepas were the highlight, especially the trio of sauces which were all delicious. second favorite was the soup, a large and hearty portion perfect for cold weather, with chunks of cassava and plantain. the watermelon crudo was interesting, served with a leche de tigre but the end product left me wanting more citrus and spice. the mushroom taco and barley risotto-like dish we didn't care for. service overall was sharp, prefer the slightly more laidback bar to the dining room. would return to take vegetarian/vegan friends for something a little different read more

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Every moment and bite was exceptional. I wanted to experience the meal again when I was done! read more

MITA - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Mita is hands-down one of the best vegetarian dining experiences I've had in DC. From start to finish, everything about this place felt thoughtful and elevated. The way each dish is served and explained adds so much to the overall experience--it's clear the team takes pride in what they're creating. I tried the Tomatito cocktail, and my dinner companion had the margarita--both were absolutely delicious and beautifully balanced. As for the food... it's hard to pick a favorite because everything was outstanding, but the fava bean soup really stood out. It was comforting, flavorful, and perfectly executed. Whether you're vegetarian or not, Mita is a must-visit. I would keep going back. read more

My partner and I did the full tasting experience at Mita and were very impressed - and full. It's 14 courses and all vegan. They were easily able to accommodate my gluten allergy too. The arepas - the third dish - really stood out. The avocado and cilantro oil dip served with them was soooo good. The soup that had plantains and fava beans was also outstanding - unique flavors, layered and complex, and interesting textures. Overall, the food was inventive and unlike anything I've tried. The service was attentive and knowledgeable and they gave a cultural tidbit with each dish. We didn't love sitting right by the window - felt kind of exposed - but the bar is gorgeous. Highly recommend for a special night out! read more

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I came here for restaurant week so the review is for a smaller menu. When I arrived they offered to take my coat which was nice. I was taken to my seat at the bar, which isn't my favorite, I feel like it's a single diner tax, but i digress. The meal started off with a little candy, which was cool because the "wrapper" was made of rice so it was also edible. They also have a few mocktails and N/A wines. I had the N/A sparkling rosè. Then there was an option to add a variety of arepas as a supplement. The arepas were wheat, regular, yucca, potato, and plantain. The plantain one was my favorite. They also came with 3 sauces, the mango one was perfect for the plantain. Now for dinner. The menu was predetermined. Eggplant/beets dish- 4/5 Black bean/mushroom dish- 3/5 Dessert-4/5 read more

MITA - Dessert - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Great service and ambiance. The team that works here is super nice. I loved trying these new foods I have never heard of. The artistry involved in making these dishes is unreal. It truly feels like you are eating art. No dish that I had was like anything I've ever had before. I love the concept that the dishes were associated with different countries. You won't walk away stuffed or hungry from this restaurant which is nice; you'll feel satiated which is a good place to be. i did the $95 prix fixe + $21 arepas tamarind - mango - tajin 4.5/5 arepas i plantain - smoked potato - yuca - corn - wheat guasacaca - sour cream - chontaduro 4.5/5 yuba - black bean mole - celery root 4/5 arracacha - fava beans - sweet plantain - dashi 5/5 this is the best thing on the menu hoja santa tortilla - marinated squash - crispy kale - mole verde - huitlacoche 4/5 watermelon - fermented carrots - wild rice- cilantro 4.5/5 pearl barley - grilled mitake - charred banana - pea 3.5/5 tuile - yuca cake - ... 3/5 flavors weren't doing it for me in that the flavors clashed and it tasted bland read more

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Very pleasant, fun experience. Each dish was so uniquely inspired. The soup was inspired by something the chef's mom used to make I believe. Very delicious. The vibe is very nice as well! Very pleasant staff as well ! read more

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My boyfriend and I loved going to Mita when they were a pop-up restaurant at La Cosecha, so we were happy when they opened a free-standing location on V Street, just down the block from 9:30 Club. However, this is not a place to go if you have plans. Mita is an experience in itself. If you include the two amuses bouches and final bonbon, there are fourteen courses in which vegetables, fruits, grains, beans, and nuts take center stage. While there are a few items that made their way from their old location (the dish made of charred banana, pearled barley, and seared maitake was very familiar, as was the watermelon crudo), I was glad to enjoy new tastes, such as the arepa platter, featuring five different types of arepas with three beautiful dips. Some of the dishes feature ingredients you probably won't be able to get anywhere else north of the Mexico-Guatemala border. Many of the dishes come with stories, and I do wish the little menu we got at the end included it so I could remember the importance of the offering box that held our fourth course, a yuba, black bean mole, and celery root bite. I also wish there were more non-alcoholic drinks (or cocktails that could be made zero-proof). I'm told Mita will likely change its menu seasonally, so I'll be sure to go in a few weeks when that happens. This is definitely a splurge/special occasion restaurant, but well worth it. read more

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All around 5 stars- ambiance, food, and service. Worth it! My fellow gemini and I, opted to celebrate our birthdays a little early and went all out and did the large course set menu. The food is all vegan and delish, we loved almost every plate! I would highly recommend the experience for a decadetnt meal in DC. read more

This was a spontaneous restaurant week outing and I'm so glad I made it! The food was unlike anything I've ever had--the arracacha soup was like eating a cloud in the best possible way! We also splurged and got the area add on which were served with delicious dips. Well worth the extra cost. Their wine selection was spectacular and included a rare yet affordable Sicilian wine which I thoroughly enjoyed. Servers were very attentive and friendly. All were very helpful in describing the flavors in each dish and really helped us enjoy the food experience more. The ambiance was very nice and relaxed. I can't wait to come back! read more

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10/10 (you won't miss meat!) MITA is an amazing restaurant where you will taste the love and passion in the creative food. Service is all around perfect and they have a knowledgeable somm on staff if you want to enjoy wine. Friends invited me to join them for the tasting menu (14 courses- which sounds like a lot, but you leave feeling more than satisfied and not overly full). The atmosphere is lively but not loud 20. Lots of thoughtful touches throughout the meal. I wont show all the photos as you need to be tempted to try it for yourself :-) read more

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We honestly did not love it. We're Latino and very much felt like this catered to a gentrified crowd. We left the restaurant hungry and disappointed. The service felt very formulaic and the multiple people who served our table were pretty unfriendly as well. The "tasting" was just that - a taste, and while the flavors were interesting nothing really wowed us. We would not return. We definitely think this place is overhyped. read more

I have never been to a place so pretentious that they lock the door and even lock patrons inside which sounds illegal and when I tried doors the hostess just looked at me instead of telling me they were fully booked. Even for a Michelin star that is really extra. read more

MITA - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Had an amazing experience at MITA for Valentine's Day. Usually don't love a set menu but this was SO good and I enjoyed every course. Everything was so thoughtful (special Valentines menu items and cocktails) and the service, with a quick explainer of every course, was great. Truly a place where you wouldn't know the food was vegan. read more

MITA - Take on an old fashioned - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I reserved a pair of seats at the bar for 6pm using their site the night before. We showed up, there wasn't much of a crowd but it was a rainy Tuesday. The staff were extremely friendly, genuine and patient. We spent very little time waiting for food; we ended up enjoying all of the courses that we ordered a la carte, but our favorites were the arepas, the wild rice with a roasted beet slice, and the sopa (soup). In the future, if we have more time to dine, we will probably order the 6 course prix fixe or go for the full tasting menu. As vegetarians we are very happy to see a vegan restaurant earn a Michelin star, and they really earned a glowing review with their service, telling us about the dishes, and the quality and creativity of the food. None of it was boring or standard, it was truly an experience. read more

MITA - Nazca Lines, one of their desserts - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Long overdue review! Had a really wonderful dinner back in early February when they had only been opened for a couple weeks. We were a group of 5 and the service was impeccable, we were so looked after by several waitstaff. The beautiful decor/ambiance, food, and presentation were incredible - and all vegetarian! They also provided great recommendations for pairings and were very accommodating for a friend with several food allergies. Another friend does not like vegetables but was satisfied and impressed so that's saying a lot! It was a feast for the senses and you will not leave hungry! They should definitely be on Michelin radar. Only one disappointment - I had called after our dinner for a copy of the menu but it never came. read more

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The place is basic looking but there is a nice cute bar area. The service is on point and very attentive. The food was amazing! Everything is vegetarian. There was one item that was a candy looking item that was wrapped, everything of that is edible and delicious. The only item I wasn't a fan of was the one that was made with banana because the banana taste overpowered the rest of it. This place is totally worth it for special occasions. read more

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Came here for my birthday and honestly it was such a lovely experience. The ambiance is very well designed and felt very inviting and comfortable. Loved the soundtrack of latin music in the background and the organic feel of the khaki chairs and plants. There was great attention to detail in each dish of the tasting menu. Each plate had impeccable presentation and told a story; and had very thoughtful flavor combinations. The great thing about the menu is that it is vegan, but the dishes make sense. No weird substitutions or vegetables pretending to be meat, just fresh ingredients and really good seasoning in a variety of traditional dishes. I really loved the arepas, the three different sauces provided were so good we ended up eating them with a spoon after the bread ran out. We also loved the soup with mushroom and the crudite. Honestly all of it was good! And our server and support team were so sweet and attentive and made it a good time. My friend is already planning to come back with her parents next week (high praise considering they are peruvian chefs). Thanks so much to the team for making my low key birthday dinner so special! read more

MITA - Vegan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Absolutely incredible culinary experience and most certainly well deserving of its Michelin star recognition. Enjoyed the rotation of cuisine influences from Mexico, Venezuela, and more; coupled with tasty cocktails. Excited to bring our entire familia in the future to enjoy this gem in the city! read more

Wonderful dining experience at Mita! Every dish was delicious and the drinks were incredible! I'm a huge meat eater and I didn't miss the meat at all! We did the 14 course tasting menu and was stuffed by course 7 - but I would do it again! Service was impeccable as well. Only small suggestion is maybe turn on a bit of background music and mood lighting for a bit of ambience because the restaurant was very quiet and bright. read more

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