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    4.2 (74 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Debbie O.

    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.

    Tiffany C.

    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.

    Yuca
    FoodLover S.

    Great vegan food. Amazing service. We tried the restaurant course menu, which was four courses, and we added an additional gnocchi portion, which was as amazing, if not better than the rest of the courses. Great place. Would highly recommend.

    Mita!!!! Wow!!! Well done We will savor those exquisitely delicious layered flavors, stunning presentations, delightful warm, personal service & outstanding ambiance & experience long after the last bite! Thank you so much for showing us just how incredibly tasty & flavorful plant based menus can be to enjoy fully. This was our first visit, but we can assure you we will be back soon & will let all our friends know to come & experience Mita for themselves. One of the best meals ever, truly!!

    For an extra $21, these should be double the size (each one is the size of a large coin).
    Camsie M.

    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.

    Yaz R.

    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!

    Bansari S.

    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.

    Michael S.

    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.

    Xeniya B.

    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.

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    Soul S.

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

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    Evan P.

    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.

    J C.

    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.

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    Phillip G.

    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.

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    Ask the Community - MITA

    How filling/worthwhile is the 4 course menu ($75)?

    Is there an outdoor dining option?

    As far as I know, there isn't and probably won't be. The sidewalks near there are pretty narrow.

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    Benitos Place - Pastelitos

    Benitos Place

    4.7(176 reviews)
    0.6 miShaw, Downtown
    $$

    I've only ordered this to go using the Uber Eats app, which I wish allowed the option or better…read moredescription of the items, including the various sauces packed with the order, because although generous, the 2 types of sauces provided are too spicy for me! Of the dishes I've had: champurrado (yum, except not securely packaged for delivery); chips & salsa (the salsa did not agree with my tummy); sopes carnitas (pork chunks were more fat than meat); tacos fritos de pollo (super dry despite the salad that's lauered on top -- needs sauce!), and the baleadas, my favourite is the baleadas sencillas (good portion, nice flavour, perfect texture).

    Freezing, I walked along 11th street on a Tuesday evening searching for Benito's Place. An old…read morefriend had suggested it but..I couldn't find it. I walked a little back and forth, but.. no. Across the street, I saw another Mexican restaurant on the corner, but it looked closed, or even shut down. Maps told me it should be there. Looking across the street my eyes were drawn to the second floor, and a series of neon lights for a tarot card reader and psychic. Taking this as a sign, I crossed. That's when I found Benito's and realized that it's neon sign was out. Walk too fast and you might miss it. A narrow door aside a bay window lit from inside. It's a small place with a warm, cozy feeling. Benito's is very much a neighborhood Central American restaurant, but FYI: no alcohol. Started with guac and chips, usual fare, delicious but nothing that singled it out. I ordered the Pollo a la Plancha and it was rather good. The chicken was grilled through but not tough, it still had moisture and you could cut it. Rice, greens, etc. and the small 2oz solo of black beans, all standard fare. The corn tortillas were interesting, not your usual thin tortillas, so it took my mind a moment to consider what I was holding. It had the thickness of a pancake, maybe a sope base, and reminded me of thick, handmade tortillas when you don't have the press. Curiously, the tortillas were not the same that my friend got with his Mole Poblano, which were thin. Granted, it was a cold Tuesday evening, but in two hours only two other individuals came in to eat. Seems like they do brisk take away business. I expect on a warmer night with higher foot traffic this place fills up quickly. The service was great, did not want for anything. We were served with two containers of sauce, green and orange. Ostensibly green chili, and habanero, I did not learn specifically however. When I dine in DC I can't help but confront the blunt question: Was it worth it? Yeah, it's good food, good people, and a good place. You'll feel comfortable there and leave full. But the price of dining out is too damn high, and this meal is on the higher side of what, ten years ago, would have been $15. I fear that prices will continue to be pushed higher and places like Benito's might disappear, so get over there because the food excellent, the people are nice, and it's just a warm space to hang out for an hour or so talking to an old friend.

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    La Estancia Churrasqueria - Parrillada mix to

    La Estancia Churrasqueria

    4.0(177 reviews)
    10.6 mi
    $$

    1 Star is too much -- Very disappointing experience…read more We were really excited to try this restaurant because we were hoping for an authentic Argentinian dining experience. Unfortunately, it was nothing like what we expected, and the food was extremely disappointing. Then I found out the owner is Bolivian not even Argentinian. The chimichurri was red and had a very different taste than what we expected. The green hot sauce was basically like eating raw jalapeño--extremely overpowering. The mashed potatoes were watery and very salty, and the broccoli was literally sitting in so much water that almost half of the bowl was full of it. The rice tasted like microwave rice, and the French fries were just ordinary fries. The biggest disappointment was the meat. It was extremely fatty, chewy, and had almost no flavor. The chicken was overcooked and tasted like leftovers that had been reheated. For an Argentinian restaurant, the quality and preparation of the meat should be one of the highlights, but unfortunately, it was the complete opposite. Honestly, we could barely eat our food and ended up leaving most of it. What made the experience even worse was that, despite barely being able to eat the food, we were still charged half of the meal. The total bill was over $85, and that included $5 for a small cup of what tasted like microwave rice. Just in case the food looks half-empty in the pictures, we did put some of the food onto our plates to try it. Unfortunately, we couldn't eat it, so that's why some of the containers look partially empty. As someone who was genuinely looking forward to trying Argentinian food, this experience was incredibly disappointing. In my opinion, this restaurant does not represent the quality or flavors that people expect from Argentinian cuisine. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this restaurant, and I would not return.

    I came to La Estancia for a family birthday celebration, and must say, they did an excellent job…read moreaccommodating a party of 17, including six children. The service was excellent and accommodating. I was impressed because I know large groups can be difficult to wait on, so was very pleased with the service and how quick they were to get our orders in and us served. We ordered a variety of appetizers, such as the the empanadas, calamari, and garlic shrimp. My favorite items were the empanadas and calamari, which were extra tasty with the accompanying sauces. We also ordered a variety of grilled meats, including the two large Parrillada meat platters and picanha . The accompanying sides we tried were the fries, cheese rice, fried yucca, and plantains. I really liked the plantains, but the cheese rice was not was I expected. It was more like grits than cheesy rice. The meats were cooked to how we requested it, and of course tastes especially good with the sauces. My favorite cuts were the strip steak, beef rib, and picanha. I didn't really care for the sweet breads, but that is a personal preference. Value wise, the Parrillada platters could easily feed 4 - 5 people, so we had plenty of leftovers. I would definitely recommend checking out La Estancia if you enjoy grilled meats!

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    La Estancia Churrasqueria - Menu, as of January 2023

    Menu, as of January 2023

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    Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar - Bread - Hard & tasteless

    Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar

    3.5(2.1k reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    I was in Washington, D.C., a few days before a work event and spent the day exploring the city…read more After miles of walking, I stopped into Cuba Libre, and it turned out to be the perfect place to recharge. I ordered the El Cuban sandwich, and it was outstanding. It came with black bean soup, a salad and tropical chips. I'm not usually a fan of beans, but the black bean soup completely changed my mind--it was rich, flavorful and one of the highlights of the meal. The drinks were also excellent, the service was friendly and attentive, and the whole experience was exactly what I needed after a long day on my feet. If you're looking for great Cuban food in D.C., Cuba Libre is absolutely worth a visit.

    The food was good but for the amount of money we spent we had the worst service ever…read more They tagged on the gratuity per check and that's understandable. We were a big party 16 and they agreed to split our checks. When I went to speak up all of a sudden some girl who wasn't even our server had the audacity to say that doing so was a courtesy. Not only that, she then proceeded to raise her voice at me and a few others requesting our checks to be paid. That chick's name who wasn't even our server name is Telmar and has a horrible attitude, not only her . Not only that the manager on duty was then supposed to call me and never did. Hopefully they fix their attitudes.

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    Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar - Pineapple Guacamole Cubano

    Pineapple Guacamole Cubano

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    Seven Reasons - Half Dozen Oyster

    Seven Reasons

    4.1(589 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$$

    Awesome food and great service. I had the trout which was cooked to perfection. I had the…read moreold-fashioned drink. It wasn't a typical old-fashioned with bourbon. I think it might have had Scotch and another alcohol in it, but it was delicious. The service was great and it was a very nice ambience.

    I'm sure food and ambiance is awesome here. But staff competence is poor based on a simple request…read morethat went badly awry. Again I must preface by saying I didn't dine here or experience the place. I was invited to a dinner here that I couldn't attend, and as a birthday surprise I wanted to send that table a bottle of champagne. I intended to order a Dom Perignon (for which they charge ~$400 per bottle). But the staff was on amateur hour -- instead of taking my order, they altered the reservation, then alerted the birthday person who made the reservation (ruining any potential for a nice surprise gift), and said they would have to cancel the original reservation because the number of people changed. Birthday person had to call them and me to smooth it all over. Then, another person called me to get my email address to send me a PDF to fill out (which I had to then send them on WhatsApp) for my order - a comically silly added bureaucratic/administrative load. Just take the credit card over the phone on the first call/request, like 99% of businesses around the world. This place takes 3-4 steps just to order something... This person had absolutely zero idea that I made the request as a surprise, so it suggests there is pretty poor coordination and communication amongst staff. I'm sure people come here regularly and have great meals and great times. But at their prices, wine/champagne mark-ups, and promise of an 'elevated' experience -- staff need to get their act together.

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    Main dining room

    Seven Reasons - Whole Fried Fish

    Whole Fried Fish

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    The Royal - I got karats

    The Royal

    4.2(446 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    The Royal is one of my local go-tos! I've been able to walk in successfully on weeknights but…read morerecommend reservations for weekends. Most recently went as a party of 4 and got the crab beignets, beef arepa, masa gnocci, and parillada for two. Crab beignets were our favorite - perfectly crispy and great flavor. Masa gnocci was a little overcooked this time but still yummy. Beef arepa is a classic dish to get at the royal; two people can easily share one arepa. Parillada was a hearty entree and probably best for 2-3 people. This amount of food altogether was just nice. We probably could have ordered one more thing to be extra full. I don't typically get Latin American food but love all the flavors at this restaurant. Next time will try their breakfast menu!

    Yummy. This is my favorite burger in dc. It is toooooooo good. & the fries are fire too. Seasoned…read moreso nicely. The burger was cooked to a perfect medium rare. It had a beautiful chew with the classic burger toppings with an amazing pairing of their slaw with a garlicy aioli. The bun was very pillowy and soft with a nice crust. They also never lack on their specialty lattes. I got their carrot cake latte and it was just so fabulous. Extremely smooth espresso and perfectly steamed milk. Syrups made in house of course and you can tell. Just a perfect latte. I usually am an iced latte person but I recommend getting their lattes hot. Hits different.

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    The Royal - Beautiful bar area

    Beautiful bar area

    The Royal - Masa Gnoochi

    Masa Gnoochi

    The Royal

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    MITA - vegan - Updated September 2026

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