There was a roach in their salad today! Time bought was between 12:30-1pm…read more All they did was a refund! Wish I took a picture. My coworkers and me will avoid this place at all costs and also let our office building coworkers know about it!

The food was very fresh and tasty. Servers behind the counter was friendly and hardworking…read more Ordered a tropical chicken and southwest steak. The tropical chicken was very good. The only complaint I have for the southwest beef was that it was cold. The description did not show that it would be cold. I removed a star for the cleanliness of the place. It was not super busy but the booths and tables had a lot of crumbs. The staff was super busy and focused on serving food behind the counter and no one was taking care of the seating area.

I love grazie. I have been coming here for years and you can't go wrong. Really always a good…read morechoice if you are looking for top notch but no pretension. Food is always great with enough I think it's enough for two. Very worth it for the food

Haven't been here in a while and was pleasantly surprised! Ordered the Minelli and it was…read moreincredible! The cold cuts were flavorful and thin and paired so well with the red onion and arugula. The bread was sesame crusted and didn't get soggy even with all the fillings. Again, wharf prices can get $$$ so this was $15 and will set you back $17+ with service fee and tax if ordering online. Overpriced but it was delicious and I'm willing to splurge on it as a treat.

I was there for an event that included a buffet. The food was really good. I plan to go back soon…read moreto eat off their menu.

Good food but great service & server Andy was excellent. He was the perfect host fir our episode…read moreof Chopped

If you're a salad lover in a rush to find a meal at noon, this is your place…read more I'm nor certain I'd serve their salads at a dinner I'm hosting, but if you're busy and hankering for a salad, this is where you'll want to go. Lots of food, a good substitute for a lunch from home.

Great salad and delightful environment! I had the chicken miso bowl and it was wonderful. Great…read moreflavors and fresh ingredients. Simple, but done right. It was a nice bonus that you could sub regular rice for cauliflower rice. The staff was very kind and patient while explaining all of their different options. Everything was delish and the restaurant was extremely clean! WINNING! The seating area is spacious and comfortable. It was nice to enjoy my salad and do a little people watching . I can't wait to go back!

This place will make you feel Alive! We stopped in on a Saturday and were able to snag a booth…read morepretty quickly. There were a mix of people working on laptops or having full on lunch, so they really can go all day. I got the bibimbap which was super reasonably priced ($15) for everything being organic and vegetarian! I liked the mix of flavors and the presentation was great. I wish they had more tofu though because it was delicious! Overall, I would definitely come back to try their breakfast and coffee which looked amazing! Definitely recommend trying this place out!

Stumbled across this place after leaving Georgetown and was pleasantly surprised. The interior is…read morevery vibrant and inviting, although, they had the heat up to the max the day I visited. I was able to find an open seat right away after ordering at the register. I had the chili garlic noodles. They were very good and perfectly seasoned with tons of veggies. Good noodle to veg ratio. My total was about $18 which isn't horrible for downtown DC. I could have easily gotten 3 portions out of this meal. I ate as much as I could and had to discard the rest because I couldn't carry leftovers with me. I definitely want to try the peanut noodles and one of their warm drinks next time!

Gypsy kitchen This…read moreplace is quite good. I really love the charcuterie board and the cauliflower was amazing. This was the first time I've been impressed by charcuterie from a restaurant. The Spanish cheese (Mahón) along with the crackers and mustard sauce was superb. All the meats had their own characteristics and unique flavors but the jamón stood out to us the most. It even went well with the sauce that came for our cauliflower dish. It was fun piecing the components together to make unique tasty bites. I would come back just for the charcuterie alone. The drinks we got were Angelli's Ferrari along with the espresso martini-ish. My favorite was definitely the Ferrari one, but the espresso martini was super mild and had a slight coffee flavor. Good for people who like very light coffee. The Ferrari one was very bright and had lots of fruity notes to hide the alcohol. For entrées, we had the shakshouka, crispy, cauliflower, and brunch pork belly. Out of all these the cauliflower was definitely my favorite; super light with good earthy flavors and nuttiness and acidity from the lemon. The brunch pork belly was good too. The meat was perfectly cooked, but I found the beans to be a little bit overwhelming. I'm not a fan of baked beans personally so that might've been my fault for picking the dish, but I still did enjoy it and the pork that was well cooked made up for it; definitely for someone who likes beans. Shakshouka was very hearty with a lot of tomatoes and red vegetables in general. If you like lasagna or any sort of tomato spaghetti dish, you will like this one. I found this to be a bit much though. I was slightly tired of the flavor at the end. Just be aware it is a bit spicy. We had a pear tart for dessert. Honestly, it reminded me of an apple pie and it was good, but I think that some of the other desserts would've been a bit better. Had a lot of sweet cinnamon notes along some crispy flaky dough from the outside. It was an interesting take but it was still good. The atmosphere is great here; we had seating on the second floor, so it was different from the busy first floor. Very relaxed and there's a lot of natural light coming around which made everything feel very welcoming. Our server was also super friendly. I will definitely be back at this place

We paid $130 with tip for croquettes, lamb skewers, tuna crudo, hummus, and two 50 Shades of Purple…read more(drinks with butterfly pea gin). We sat outside on the patio and it was a gorgeous day. The decor is perfect and I love that they've added plants to cover the staircase. Drinks were delicious and the food came out quickly. Our water glasses were rarely empty. Service was kind. Food wise if I were to stack rank I would say the hummus is the best of what we ordered. The pita bread is thick and garlicky and oily and massive. The croquettes would be at the bottom of my list simply because they're dissimilar from any I've had before and a little bit underwhelming. The tuna was fresh but it's a small dish and not much to write home about. The lamb skewers have a subtle kick to them and they're pretty substantial. I'll definitely be back to try more! Highly recommend on a warm summer day as you're covered by the canopy above, if you're looking for a rooftop vibe.

I love you guys sooooooo much omg. my go to order is the meal deal with the basic b burger, medium…read morefries, campfire bbq, and sweetened green tea. holy crap it's so good. honorable mentions are the philly cheesesteak and veggie burger as well I was devastated when the DuPont circle location closed. I need the Chinatown location to never close so I'm writing this review

This was really good!! I had this place bookmarked since the previous time I visited DC. We had…read moreattended a hockey game and were starving afterwards. As we were walking back towards our hotel, we actually were passing here so I chose it for our din din spot. I thought for sure it was going to be packed but luckily it was not. I knew I wanted a burger but was struggling with choosing which one. Hubs knew he wanted the Cheesesteak and knew I wanted fries. I went with the Smokehouse burger. We grabbed a seat and did not wait long for our food to come out. I really enjoyed my burger and scarfed it down! I paid for sauces, which were tiny and super overpriced. Hubs enjoyed his cheesesteak but he prefers meat. I had a bite and thought it was really flavorful and very closely tasting like the real thing. I noticed later this is a chain, which is pretty cool. I think the prices were pretty steep so I might skip on the fries next time. The food could have been warmer as well. Definitely worth a visit and will most likely be back when in DC again.

I give l'ardente 5 stars and the 3 g's: Gorgeous, glamorous , and glorious. I was solo dining and…read morefelt so well taken care of. The waitress I had was so sweet and their guest service coordinator constantly checked in with a warm attitude. I got the focaccia and was between the girasoli and spaghetti pomodoro. I am so glad I went with my waitresses recommendation and got the girasoli! It was unlike any pasta I've ever had. Similar to a ravioli, but has a veggie puree opposed to cheese on the inside. The leek and lettuce within the lemon butter sauce was to die for, and the girasoli itself was pleasant and unforgettable. The focaccia was also SO FLUFFY. The outer crust was not too crunchy and just right. The inside is so glamorous but also feels Italian. Very clean, nice and spread out, and overall a fabulous vibe. If I'm ever back in DC, this is on my list of restaurants to be coming back to!

I think I am in "my finally" season - trying all of the things I have been meaning to get to…read more Ever since L'Ardente opened in 2021, I've wanted to try it. Unfortunately, I never got a chance to while I lived in DC, because to be honest, I never got in an Italian mood. Now that I no longer reside in the DC area, I use every visit to eat my faves and occasionally a new spot. So, after another popular (and cheaper) Italian place closed before I could finish my delivery order, I spotted L'Ardente. I ordered the famous Lasagna - their 40-layer specialty - with short rib sugo, truffle mornay, and Sottocenere Cheese. The truffle mornay added a smooth, melty, creamy cheese sauce. It is good, but I am not sure if it is worth the hype at $40 lagnasa. I think the cost is built into the work but not the flavor profile. I think the meal is better without the sauce - it made it too salty with it.

A spectacular lunch experience and working meeting at Founding Farmers Restaurant Group with Megan…read moreChadha, GWSB Alum'22, Ellen Palmer Wellness LLC, Founder of Corewise Collective, and Taylor Cappel, F. David Fowler Career Center Senior Employer Relations Consultant...from Eku's warm welcome, to Samantha's attentive service, to the delicious food (as always), and ending with Adone's gracious goodbye, it could not have been a better experience!

Loved this restaurant! The food was so fresh and delicious! We had the veggie scramble with fresh…read morebiscuits and fruit. Our server, Enrique, was the best! Thanks so much!

When my niece requested Italian for her birthday I knew just where to take her for her birthday…read more While it's hard to snag an early dinner reservation before 9PM, I've been there plenty times solo and was able to secure a single seat at the bar.That place is busy, welcoming & warm and well worth it! The hospitality and service is top tier. When celebrating a birthday they greet you from the host stand with a happy birthday! We started with the Roasted Garlic Caesar and the Garlic Bread Quattro Formaggi both super tasty and flavorful. For dinner went with the Spicy Neapolitan Ragu, my personal fav, which is hearty and full of flavor and the Caruso's Alfredo that's creamy with wild mushrooms and truffle butter. My picky 19yr old left with her heart and stomach full and impressed with Caruso's! It was my pleasure to introduce her and happy to add another fan gal!

Love this place for some good old Italian! Chicken parm was absolutely ginormous and had a good…read morebalance of sauce and tomato. The ragu was perfection. The perfect mixture of umami and tang. They also used bucatini noodles and I feel like not many restaurants do that and I just love how it absorbs all the sauce. Bread was delicious as always, but the cheese was just okay. Honestly I feel like the bread tasted better with the ragu sauce. Potatoes were exactly what you would expect - herby and slightly cheesy. Vibes in there are perfect - like an old style Italian homey restaurant. Service took a little while but they were also busy.