I found this restaurant at the last minute and boy am I glad we did!…read more We arrived at around 7:45 and the place was packed. The hostess told us we likely wouldn't sit until 9:45 so I inquired about the bar and the manager quickly stepped in to put us on a waitlist. Since the restaurant is connected to a food hall of sorts, she recommended we grab a drink there while we wait. Shortly after we got our drink, we received notification of an opening and were seated by 8:15. We had the burrata appetizer, Ragú x 2, and the seafood fra diavolo. The burrata was one of the best I've had since they serve it with pesto, pine nuts, and garlic bread. It was truly divine! The Ragú was not far behind. Incredible flavor and a generous portion. The seafood dish had a nice kick and had plenty of seafood, which is not common as of late. All dishes were also priced reasonably for the quality you received. As we sat at the bar, we had pleasant conversation with the bartender and finished our meal with a small cannoli that really sealed the deal. If you're looking for excellent Italian food in DC without breaking the bank, look no further than Caruso's grocery! However, I'd recommend reserving ahead of time because it's certainly not a secret. LOL

I picked this place as my birthday dinner with some girlfriends. I was unsure of the vibe, food etc…read morebefore arriving. The place gives cozy speakeasy vibes. We we sat down the waitress was very friendly and welcoming. She knew alot about the menu items and such. As soon as she handed me the wine menu and saw Chianti as one of the wines, I didnt hesitate to get a bottle for the table (I love Chianti with a story behind it). We ordered the Creamy Burrata, with Grilled Bread and four cheese sauce and the calamari for the appitizers. All of the appetizers were amazing and Im a sucker for grilled crushy bread. For the main course i ordered the Trout Piccata. The fish was cooked to perfection and the veggies were well seasoned. My friends ordered the chicken piccata, Caruso Alfredo and baked Cavatelli. Everything was good. Next up we ordered the butterfinger sundae, Nutella cannoli and tiramisu. The sundae base is chocolate ice cream. If you are fan of chocolate ice cream you will love the sundae. Overall great experience and I will definitely return!

Great burgers. I really like the fries They are different from most fries. There is a. Casual…read moreatmosphere. Good beer selection.

LOVEEEE the vibe at Hill East Burger. It makes me feel like I was easily transported to Brooklyn or…read moreBaltimore. It gives chill, with quality food. The interior is thoughtful with fun chachkies all around and exposed brick. And the food/beer selection is pretty good too. I've enjoyed the "OK burger". And the seasoned curly potato wedges!!! I would come back just for these. sooo sooo good. I also love how many sauce options they offer. The team is always really friendly and attentive. Chicken nugs and Lancaster burger are so so. I didn't really enjoy the arugula on the burger because it got wilted fast.

Quality dive bar with a fun theme, great food actually, and nice bartenders! Great spot for a hot…read moredog and cold beer.

Appears to be a dive bar at first glance, but the vibes and prices don't reflect it. Really dug the…read morelook to this place and the staff for the most part was pretty welcoming, but the vibe and clientele were not what you would come to expect from a traditional dive bar experience. My drink was extremely overpriced in comparison to other similar places in DC. I enjoyed the decor (especially upstairs) but that's pretty much about it. I can't speak for the food though which did look pretty good, since we had already eaten prior to visiting.

Happy Hour Alert!…read more First, why did I take so long to check out this gem?! Well, I'm glad that I finally did because my Happy Hour experience was fantastic!!!!! No reservations made, we made the decision to visit at the spur of the moment and the hostess was very accommodating. Shoutout to our incredible waitress Maria! Thank you for your recommendations and hospitality. Happy Hour- the prices and the portions are beautifully matched in that they were affordable and generous in serving. Drinks: I ordered the passion fruit margarita which was AMAZING! The liquor to passion fruit juice ratio was spot on and the drink had a little smokiness to it, thanks to the dried fruit added on top. My next drink was the white sangria which was okay but I think that my experience with the margarita made it hard for me to enjoy this drink right after. It wasn't bad, just wasn't my favorite like the margarita was lol My last drink was the espresso martini (not on the HH menu). This drink was worth every penny and now added to my top 20. Food: Spicy creamy shrimp- a dish so delicious, we ordered another one. The crunch on the shrimp set the tone for the burst of flavor to follow. The shrimp was fresh and the flavors combined so well. Mejillones en curry, which came with a slice of blue corn bread, was absolutely delicious! The curry sauce was such a hit that we talked about it long after dinner ended. Using it as a dipping sauce for the blue corn bread was also a good touch. This dish was creamy and the mussels were delicious and fresh. Brussel sprouts- a fun play on roasted Brussels with a delectable peanut butter sauce added. This was another fav, pretty much all of the food was phenomenal but this dish left you wanting more. Lastly, we had the Tostada de Cangrejo which was perfectly topped with crabmeat. The crabmeat was sweet, I cannot explain but the sweet succulent taste was complimented by the creamy guacamole. To conclude an amazing time, we tried their Tres Leches cake and I would say that I didn't like the whipped cream topping but I loved the cake itself. Overall, I had an incredible time. The ambiance was simply beautiful, grown, and sexy. The food was impeccable! And the drinks were divine!

Great food and service!…read more Had the guacamole, the cafe de olla, and the serrano bloody Mary. All delicious!

Consistent Delicious Fast They don't disappoint…read moreI always get the same order Chicken Green curry and white rice Chicken pad Thai Sampler platter (the best) This is the only carryout I trust in this area I will try the Thai iced tea soon

I love this place sooo much I almost don't even want to review it to bring more attention I want…read moreit all for myself!!! 10/10 Thai food, service, everythinggggg!!! Thai Orchid is easy to miss but is SUCH a gem. Literally love it here and I am a customer forever. My fav items are the chicken pad see ew, salmon fried rice and dumplings

Walked over to the Roost for mid day lunch on a Saturday afternoon. We decided to try Hi/Fi while…read morevisiting the Roost Food Hall. We sat at a table nestled in the back corner of the shelter bar, we ordered using a QR CODE on our table. I went with the enchiladas and chips & guacamole to share with my friend. The food came out within about 10 minutes. While it wasn't hot, more like room temperature, the presentation and flavors were great. The chips and guac were a generous portion so much so we didn't even finish. The menu had many choices burritos, tacos, wings, nachos, appetizers, and even platters. Definitely check out Hi/Fi if you ever visit the Roost it's well worth it!

While I had a very small tasting of two tacos, I thought Hi/Fi Taco had a lot to offer. For my…read moredining pleasure, I went with the Orange Soda Braised Carnitas Tacos. I think this experience marks the first time I've ever had American cheese on a taco. I have to give it up to Hi/Fi Taco for its creativity. I thought the $8.50 price tag was pretty generous with the amount of meat that is packed on the taco. During our visit to the Roost, I thought my tacos came out very fast based on the amount of people that were dining at the Roost. I hope to visit Hi/Fi Taco again in the near future to check out more of their tacos.

We came here a few times during our stay in DC. We ordered things like coffee, fresh juice, ice…read morecream, chips and nachos, crispy avocado tacos, fish tacos, an eel bowl, and pizza. Everything here is pretty good. But the Mexican food was just okay (beans and cheese dip tasted canned/powdered), while the tacos were pretty standard. But my partner enjoyed having his coffee and juice here as well as the pizza. Overall we really enjoyed the concept of this place -- the shared community space, the tall ceilings, and the fast and seamless ordering system. You can order at any kiosk/stand, but it's better to grab a table, sit down, and order from the unique link you scan from each table's unique QR code link, and they bring the food to you. It's a model ahead of its time but one that makes it easy to order your food (though I can see the drawbacks like having to order once you get to the building since there are unique QR codes that prevent you from ordering food when you're not there. I honestly would give the food closer to 4 stars, but my partner had such positive experiences at this place that I am giving it 5 stars.

My friend invited me here to coworker for the day and I've never been so I decided to check it out…read more The place is really cute. They have varieties and the seating options are plentiful. We sat pretty much closer to the bar area. I believe that's where most of the plugs were. I ordered a chai and two steak tacos. The chai was not that great and it was lukewarm and the steak tacos were just not good. It was just a taco. Nothing seasoned about it and nothing special. And I love tacos. I was absolutely disappointed. The service was quick. you scanned the QR code place your order and they bring it to you. So that part was very efficient but this is not a place I would go for tacos maybe I needed to try something else, but I expected the chai to be good since it's also labeled as a coffee shop. Needless to say, I will be back to coworker, but I will probably hold off on ordering any food.

We were very happy with the dinner we had delivered tonight…read more We started with an order of steamed dumplings, which were filled with diced chicken. They were very good. For one entree, we had sweet & sour with shrimp. It was delicious. Our other entree was the eggplant with chicken. It was excellent.

Their menu covers all the classic Thai staples you'd hope to find. My friend and I decided to order…read morea few dishes to share so we could try a bit of everything: the Drunken Noodles with chicken, Panang Curry with beef, and an order of Wontons. A huge plus is that they have a spice rack. Not every Thai restaurant has it. Every dish had great flavor. On top of the food being delicious, the service was fantastic. Our orders came out very quickly, and the staff was attentive throughout our meal. It's a wonderful place for a casual bite or a shared meal with friends. I'll have to try their Nam Khao next time!

The service is outstanding and the food is absolutely amazing…read more The staff is sensational and very accommodating. I've been here at least twenty times in the last 2 months. I have had a number of different dishes. This place is outstanding and you must give it a try.

Wow - best restaurant I've tried so far this month. The sushi was good, the curry was perfect, and…read morethe pork belly was AMAZING! We stopped there before a concert and had a couple drinks - if you follow them on instagram you'll get a free shot! - and the food really exceeded our expectations. The place is simple but nice and casual. The service was great too. We will definitely return!

I have been going to Barrel since they opened in the mid 2010s. As someone who loves whiskey this…read moreis the place to go for a range of offerings. The bar staff has always been knowledgeable on providing recommendations. For instance, they were the first place I tried the Old Forrester Birthday Bourbon. While it's not something I get frequently, since then I treat myself to it every full moon. They have selections from around the world and I have sent many friends here and they have been impressed. Also while their menu seems small-please know everything they offer that they do very well. The burger is delicious, the fries, the mac and cheese and wings are some of my favorite items. Go and enjoy!

Popped in for happy hour on a Friday around 5pm. Arrived when it was still pretty slow and was able…read moreto take my pick for seating at the bar. The bartender was friendly and helpful, I'm not a whisky girl so I went with wine. My partner tried a whiskey that was recommended and then a whiskey based cocktail that were both really good. For food we tried the fat fries they were delicious, hot fresh and plentiful! My partner also ordered the chicken sliders, 3 fried chicken (thighs I believe) on biscuits with a drizzle of honey. The sliders were a bit dry for my liking and lacked any flavor/seasoning. Chill vibes and good service I would definitely return!