This was sooo good! We went during restaurant week and had the dinner pre-fixe menu. The food was…read moredelicious, with the best bite going to the duck confit croquettes. I also loved the fried tapioca squares. They also give you a much food food, as you have plenty of sides and toppings to go with your meats. The service was friendly and quick, with our waiter even handing out these little jars of Brazilian spices to his table so they could try an authentic bite. The ambiance was also well done, with good music and low lighting to make everything seem more intimate. The only small con was the open kitchen meant there was the smell of smoke in the beginning, but they turned on the fan pretty quickly so it didn't feel smokey at all for the rest of the night. Would def recommend and return.

Almost two years since its opening, Cana is still worth a visit when in Adams Morgan. I've been…read moreable to grab drinks at night during the weekend, but those dinner reservations are still a little tricky, especially during the summer. Most recently, I was able to come in for brunch with a friend, and we had a great time! When you make a reservation, you're given options of chef's counter, dining table, or bar. The chef's counter is bar seating, but you can watch them cook, and there's plenty of space for your own food. I ordered the Escondidinho com carne and split the Rabanada with a friend. The Escondidinho com carne takes on the structure of a shepard's/cottage pie with a layer of meat, yucca, and cheese. It was flavorful, but heavy and salty at points, definitely something I would share. The Rabanada worked well as a dessert for us, and it was great! The outside was crispy, and I really enjoyed the hint of passionfruit throughout. The drinks were also good, as they're what they're known for. I'm not an expert on alcohol, so all I can say is that I enjoyed them.

I went here for a work off-site dinner with my job, and we had a preset menu…read more I ordered the salmon with no dairy sauce, and then I had a side salad for the appetizer, and then for dessert I did not have anything, but my colleague had the creme brulee chocolate cake. The salmon was really good. It needed slightly more seasoning, but it was on a base of vegetables and hominy, and that had a sauce and some flavoring, so it turned out to be okay. The salad was good, but it had a little too much dressing for me, but also that was fine, and I ate the whole thing, so I would definitely eat it again. The staff and servers were very attentive and friendly and never let our cups run empty. I had a sparkling mineral water, and the waiter made sure it was always filled to the top, which I appreciated. So I would definitely come back here. I don't know why the reviews are so horrible. It could be that maybe I just got something that most people hadn't tried, or maybe I came on a good day where the chef was having a good time and making good food. I'm not really sure, but I had a good experience. The ambiance was nice, dim lights, average noise but there seemed to be another off site happening at the same time in a back room.

RIS has been a staple in the area since 2005, and despite living nearby since 2000, I only recently…read moremade my way there, thanks to a friend's suggestion. With so many new spots popping up, it's easy to overlook the classics. I decided it was time to revisit some reliable favorites, and RIS did not disappoint. The atmosphere is inviting, making it a perfect spot for a cozy dinner. The service was attentive and friendly, adding to the overall pleasant experience. Plus, the discounted parking is a nice touch. For drinks, we tried the Uber Black Manhattan and the Hialeah Holiday, both of which were expertly crafted. We started with the Prince Edward Island Mussels, which were delicious and perfectly cooked. For the entree, my dining companion ordered the Pepita Crusted Salmon, while I opted for Chicken Milanese both dishes were fantastic. To cap off the evening, we indulged in the Chocolate, Coffee & Hazelnut Cake, a sweet ending that was simply divine. Shout out to RIS Locoste and the team. We dined sufficiently.

My husband loves tiki drinks so we decided to stop in. It was a fun place with a variety of fruity…read moreand well balanced drinks. The lumpia shanghai appetizer portion was small but OK for the price in DC and the fried chicken wings with spicy mumbo sauce was great. The general atmosphere is moody and dark and service was good.

My first time here was a bit confusing, we had a reservation and walked up the stairs to the…read moreentrance and the door was locked so we were confused. So we're getting ready to leave and only then realize there's also a basement door. If you come from downhill, you don't pass the basement door first so you don't see it. They should have a sign upstairs indicating entrance is downstairs. They offer guests public wifi? I'm sorry I don't know a single restaurant in DC that does this, every single one has a password. Public wifi isn't safe. I've been here twice now, first time they were out of the Dirty Banana. Second visit I sat at the bar and ordered it but they don't make it in front of you, it's made off in the back kitchen even though they have a blender on the counter and wall of liquor. It's a frozen drink made with Jamaican run, kahlua, baileys, banana puree, and dole soft serve vanilla. Took me an hour to drink it, it was so strong! Sitting at the basement bar somehow smells like a toilet even though it's at the back of the bar. The front door is open to the street so it's not cool from a/c in the middle of the bar. By 10:30pm music is cranked up. Bill has 20% tip auto included.

Great little place for a delicious cocktail. The bartenders are super friendly and create a great…read moreatmosphere to relax. A favorite in the Navy Yard.

One of my favorite cocktail bars of all time! My favorite cocktail they make is a scotch…read morePenicillin garnished with crystallized ginger followed by Espresso Martini, Old Fashioned and Martinis. HAPPY HOUR: Monday All Day and Tuesday-Friday 5PM to 6:30 PM The beverage program is clearly the centerpiece of the concept. The cocktail list is extensive including drinks like Pisco Sour, Old Fashioned, Martinis, Sazerac, Champs-Élysées, and Lion's Tail alongside house originals. All signature cocktails are priced uniformly and the menu also includes beer, cider, wine by the glass, spirit-free cocktails, and boilermakers, while offering accessible options for different preferences. Overall, the menu reads like a neighborhood cocktail bar with chef-driven bar food: playful, nostalgic American comfort dishes paired with a serious and historically influenced cocktail program. The bartenders provide top notch service and offer great recommendations. My water glass is always full and they check in often!

Our Captain Steven was on top of the entire service, his direction of the back waiters and front…read moreservers, was an exercise in non obtrusive service. The front of the house are like ninjas They suddenly are there one minute and gone in the next 12 minutes. Our Appetizers were excellent great variety of choices we opted for the Pan Seared Divers Scallops, the salads were tasty and fill d with healthy fresh vegetables. My Mushroom Tartine was earthy and resonate of shallots and herbs. The only noticeable difference was in the Waygu Steak Tartare. It was made with small pieces of fillet rather than a finely minced version that would emulsify with the other ingredients instead of separating. We were anxious to sample some new menu choices since our visit about this time last year. All of the entrees provided just the right amount of flavor and texture. The Halibut in Brioche was the clear winner. The Duck confit was highly praised by one of my companions. Two members of our party ordered the Filet with Trumpet Mushrooms and a rich Demi Glacé. The Rack of lamb was like visiting an old friend and was as memorable as an old friend reconnecting. Dessert choices were all decadent and the ice cream trio was so tasty and it featured house made ice cream flavors. The 1789 is definitely a destination dining spot . The ser is impeccable and the menu is amazing. If you're an old Georgetown alum and want to get together with your besties for a meal as memorable as the Hilltop itself.

1789 is such a special place for us! We've celebrated Thanksgiving here twice, and we've always…read moreloved the elegant yet cozy atmosphere. The lobster fettuccine and Dover sole are our favorites--both were fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. We especially loved the Dover sole. The scallops and hamachi were also ok. The one dish we didn't enjoy was the new pork loin. It was paired with peaches, and unfortunately, we didn't think the combination worked very well. Overall, we always enjoy coming to 1789. The charming atmosphere, consistently good food, and special memories make it a place we'll definitely return to!

Just stopped in for a post-dinner drink, but definitely liked the vibe in here. We'll definitely…read morecome back for dinner and maybe stop back at the bar for drinks. Drinks and service were good, normal DC pricing.

Severely disappointed by this experience. I had made a reservation weeks in advance and upon our…read morearrival to Lapop, we had discovered earlier on that they had overbooked and they had us wait to figure out where to seat us even though we had booked a time weeks in advance. We waited for 20 minutes which to me didn't make sense considering we had a reservation. I had done my research ahead of time and knew that Lapop had a separate menu from lapis. When I asked a waitress if we could get that separate menu she had told me that that didn't exist. We had gone solely because of the drinks and when the waitress found out that we weren't gonna order any food from the kitchen from lapis she gave us attitude and the service was pretty poor for the rest of the night.

Lucky Danger is located in Chinatown near multiple other businesses and with a lot of foot traffic…read moreso just look out for the red sign. Once you find it the inside has ample seating options ranging from bar seating for happy hour and a more comfortable section for lunch and dinner but doesn't serve happy hour. We made a reservation a couple of f days before so I was seated a few minutes prior to arrival although my friend came done minutes late I did not feel like a timer was hanging over me for the other party to show up. Now the food, was so tasty. This is a modern Chinese menu and they are not shy with their ingredients but it's also not done in an intimidating way. The sticky spicy beef was my favorite and a must try on the appetizer menu. Very flavorful short rib that was tender at the middle but a little crisp outside and the accompanying sauce was amazing. All of our dishes came with a side of salad which helped to balance the proteins and provided a refreshing option on a hot summer day. The allium pancake I did not care as much for in itself but it came with a shredded pork salad dish situation on the side that you could construct together with the pancake and that I loved. The dumplings were also very tasty and cane with a side of horseradish which gave a unique flavor. The staff was very nice and patient with us and also provided excellent menu recommendations when we asked. Overall really great experience.

Cool interior, and good Chinese food. My favorites were actually their desserts (basil olive oil…read morecake and also the brown butter and miso banana bread). Both were sweet and perfect. Sadly, the crab rangoon appetizer was pretty mid, overpriced, and felt a little stale compared to the crispy squid which was fresh, crunchy, and light. The short rib lo mein needed a bit more meat but was tasty and tender. The chongqing chicken was more my speed, garlicky, gingery, slightly spicy, and filling. Plenty of chicken too. Oh, shoutout to the Honk Kong style iced tea, that was an awesome non-alcoholic drink to enjoy. Our server was pretty nice, she took our order and made sure we were good. Glad to have come here. Also, I wish I knew mahjong so I could play it here (they have a mahjong table at the back) looked super cool.

New brunch spot alert!…read more First, welcome to DC! This restaurant adds value to the culinary journey which is brewing in DC. I must say that I'm excited to see them launch the final brunch menu and take the food scene by storm. Next, their team is so much fun! Shoutout to JP our incredible waiter, Peter-who took great care of us, and the amazing Neyo-the best bartender ever! Each of them took great care of us and made this place feel like home. The rest of the staff were also amazing and very attentive. We decided on their bottomless brunch and bottomless mimosas and I'm glad that we did. Everything we tried and loved: Brown butter lobster scrambled- this was buttery soft and bursting with juicy pieces of lobster. Placed on a bed of the most delicious breakfast potatoes, this shareable dish was worth it. Charred steak and eggs- another winner and a favorite for my cousin. The fried egg was excellent and the perfect selection for the most deliciously prepared NY-strip steak. It also came on a bed of potatoes. Crispy oysters- this was so delectable!!!! My new favorite way to enjoy avocado and fried oyster together! Fried green tomatoes- babyyyyyy this was everything! Placed on a bed of pimento cheese and topped with pepper jelly-honey this was some AMAZING fried green tomatoes! Three layered French toast- I only got to try a small piece because it was oozing with sweetness and something I could enjoy in small bites. Very tasty but again, too sweet for me. Chicken and waffles- the fried chicken strips were seasoned to perfection and the waffle was tasty and fun. Lamb chops and grits- this was sinfully good! AMAZING! Of course I just said that everything was good and I meant it. Everything was extremely delicious. Drinks: Their cocktails and mimosas were excellent! The melon-berry mimosas were my fav! And little fun fact, they use freshly squeezed juices. We decided to order more cocktails: Espresso martini (the espresso was freshly prepared guys! OMG what a delicious addition to a classic drink! And they added nutmeg on top! *chef's kiss* Coco-lychee- think Miami Beach and you'd understand how refreshing this drink was. Agua Fresca- babyyyyy this drink is for the mature folks only! It's sexy in look and taste! Sooooo refreshing. Overall, I cannot wait to visit again. To know: Brunch is from 10:30am-1pm. This time is subject to change once the restaurant fully opens in October

We recently visited The Grace for brunch and had a great time! We were excited to try this new spot…read moreand were lucky to go during restaurant week, so we were able to try a bit of everything. Although restaurant week is over, it seems that they'll be offering a limitless brunch now where you can enjoy multiple small plates at a time. I'll start with the highlights. The place itself has been redone and is very well decorated and welcoming. We were greeted immediately and sat right away because we had a reservation. We were in a group of five and everyone enjoyed their meals. The food itself was fresh, flavorful and everything came out all at once for each course, which was nice - sometimes in a group, we can have people waiting but they were very intentional here. The food itself was excellent and we went in with mild expectations given that the place was new. The service started out super strong but towards the end it fell off a bit. I don't blame our server at all, he was wonderful, but I think there was a shift change or end of shift happening and things fell off. First, we were asked if we needed anything else as the kitchen was going to close. We said no - but then our last courses came out and we had to go to the bar to ask for the check after about waiting a half an hour. Not a huge deal but it was interesting because the service had been great up until that point and it seemed they were ready to wrap up with all of the remaining parties, but then never brought the check. The courses did take a bit to come out, but they were spaced just well enough where we weren't too impatient about the next course. Again, I think we need to be understanding that they're just getting started. Overall, we enjoyed our time at The Grace and we will definitely be back to give them another chance - the food was awesome and there's something on the menu for everyone! I wish their team much success!