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I've been wanting to try reveler's hour fro years and glad I've been able to check it off my list. The restaurant is very cozy and warm inside. The menu is VERY small, with only about 3-4 entrees to choose from. We tried a corn ravioli and bolognese. Both sauces/pastas were very unique and yummy. However, I would not go out of my way to come here, given how small the menu is.
We celebrated our 15th dating anniversary with a special meal at Reveler's Hour. We had the asparagus alla romana to start and split the rigatoni alla vodka and half chicken, plus two garlic knots. What I remember most about this meal is how unique and tasty the sauces were on the chicken dish -- both the dressing for the salad and the gravy beneath the chicken. The croissants, which I'm told are very trendy online, were good -- they were croissant-like -- but I prefer those made with regular pizza dough. We finished the meal with a financier and a complimentary scoop of ice cream for our anniversary. Katherine took wonderful care of us during dinner.
Absolutely horrendous. We saw RATS in the kitchen. RATS!!!!! We saw rat droppings in the front of the house. Disgusting restaurant with a cheap owner. You've been warned.
A friend and I had dinner at Reveler's Hour this past weekend and had a great time. With an amazing wine list, a seasonally-focused menu, great ambiance, and very good service, Reveler's Hour was easy to like. We shared: their housemade sourdough with eucalyptus honey butter; a simple asparagus starter; their pappardelle with spicy roasted pork ragu and fennel breadcrumbs; and their rigatoni alla vodka with tomatoes, grana padano, and vodka. Other than the asparagus, which was fine but not special (the asparagus was so thin that I felt it would have been better in a raw preparation or just barely cooked), I thought the food was very good overall. When bread and butter is good, it's such a treat, and Reveler's was. The pastas were both good, and my friend and I had different favorites (pappardelle for me, rigatoni for her). I enjoyed my wines at least as much as our food. I had two glasses - one glass of Tannat and of Braucol. That they had four red wines by the glass, and that two of those were a Tannat and a Braucol (Fer from Gaillac) surprised and thrilled me. The Braucol in particular was a treat. If you love wine and European/Mediterranean food, Reveler's Hour is a very good option for dinner. I'd happily return. I might have to soon for a glass of that Braucol and some bread and butter.
Very elegant interior and great for a date night (very dimly lit). We started off with the sourdough bread appetizer (a whopping $15 for some bread and butter). I will say it was some of the best butter I've had, but it really should be free. For mains, the steak was the star. 9/10! Super flavorful and perfectly cooked. One of the best steaks I've had! Wish it came with potatoes on the side vs a veggie tho. The pastas were the real let down. The spicy ragu had no spice and lacked flavor. The rigatoni vodka needed salt and just overall was mid. Can make better vodka sauce at home Would recommend the steak overall!
I had a great restaurant week dinner here! Definitely recommend making a reservation as it was booked and busy that week especially. I stuck with water to start but my server brought me an NA strawberry cider to sip on before my appetizer - shoutout my server Isaac who was great! I started with the eggplant and tahini spread which was solid. Eggplant was super tender but I think the tahini could have used a little more punch. Really enjoyed the rigatoni, the pasta has a really nice texture and you can tell it's homemade! The corn cake was a nice little dessert to finish, not super sweet! my fave component was the espresso dulce de leche! I also got a little digestif post dinner which was a nice touch. Service beginning to end was lovely - had other servers come through with water refills and one offered me a reading light for my book which was a million stars for me! Enjoyed the low light romantic ambiance as well and would def come back here to try more food or enjoy a cocktail at the bar!
I had really high hopes for Reveler's Hour since it's Tailed Up Goat's sister restaurant that stayed in business despite the former's closure late last year. My co-workers and I got dinner here since we were craving pasta this past Monday. We even ordered all three pastas available on the menu! Our server was good about checking in on us, and we took our time to eat and catch up. COD CROQUETTES - 19 Think white fish mixed with cream cheese and hints of red pepper spice that's been deep-fried, and there's three of them. While these were delicious to start with, I couldn't believe that each croquette was more than $6 per pop. GRILLED MUSHROOM PANZANELLA - 19 This is an Italian bread salad mixed with a bunch of mushrooms, shallots, and bacon. This was a bit acidic, but in a kind of weird way. The bread (similar to croutons) was quite oily, and there were more shallots than there were mushrooms, which were also very oily and shriveled up. Personally, our table did not really enjoy this appetizer. RIGATONI ALLA VODKA - 32 This was the simplest and lightest of the pastas and definitely the most gentle in flavor. The rigatoni was the perfect al dente, and the vodka sauce was lightly creamy and sweet. However, there wasn't much to write home about. If I went to a farmer's market and bought a vodka sauce from a vendor, I could recreate something similar at home. SWEET POTATO & MASCARPONE RAVIOLI - 34 There was so much kale pesto that it completely covered the ravioli... And there were only 6 half-sized pieces of ravioli. I personally loved the filling of the ravioli -- "funky" as my friend had describe. The nutty pesto sauce paired perfectly with it. Taste wise, this was the most unique and my favorite. However, for how much it costed, we expected a bit more than 6 measly raviolis. The plating contained mostly sauce, some pistachios, and a bunch of garnish that we were mainly for decor. SPAGHETTI ALLA CHITARRA - 36 Lots of reviews raved about this one, and I was excited for the rich and hearty beef ragu. While it was tasty, it was incredibly greasy, to the point where I no longer enjoyed what I was eating. One of my friends enjoyed it a lot though, but unfortunately not for me. GARLIC KNOT - 5 Apparently, these are a must, so we all got one. Each garlic knot is $5, and the size of a small cinnamon roll. While it was pretty garlicky with a nice chewy texture, the exterior was soaked in oil, which I didn't enjoy. Similar to the spaghetti, it made my entire mouth feel greasy. OLIVE OIL CAKE - 14 One of the best olive oil cakes I've eaten. It was smooth and soft upon chewing, balanced by the sweet amaro cherries with a bit of light fattiness of the whipped cream. ALMOND FINANCIER - 14 The almond financier was incredibly crunchy and nutty, pairing well with the velvety, creamy sauce that reminded me of melted French vanilla bean ice cream. It was so tasty and not too sweet. Overall, I was pretty disappointed. The food was pretty mediocre (minus the desserts), and it was really expensive for what it was. Charging $30+ for a modest serving of pasta and sauce that didn't even have meat or anything else is outrageous -- looking right at you, rigatoni alla vodka. Most things were just too greasy for my taste buds, which didn't sit sell with my stomach afterwards.
Wow, I wish I'd know about this spot since it opened but I'm glad I can now add it to the rotation. There is apparently something magical about Columbia Rd bc of the number of really great places concentrated there! The RH menu is relatively small and apt to change often, though we loved every item. Their garlic knots are famous for a reason- think more like a clementine-sized piece of fried goodness than a chewy small doughball, though do brace for the minced garlic on top. The staff are casual though made us feel comfortable. Their emphasis on wine makes the experience that much more pleasant and interesting. Can't wait to come back soon.
staff is very friendly and helpful, food is great... would recommend the lions mane mushroom + grilled okra and definitely the garlic knots. place filled up super fast but the food comes out pretty quick!
Let me start off by saying the food was incredible. This is my first time having flavorful Italian food outside of Italy and the portion sizes were more than enough! The group participated in the three courses special, so we all left full. The restaurant has dim lighting which adds to the intimate ambiance and the music selection was 90s and early 2000s based which we loved. The drinks were good as well, and they had a wide variety of non alcoholic selections. We had an issue of being charged twice for several menu items ordered, but the manager and waitress fixed it swiftly once we noted it. Since a 20% service fee is automatically included on every bill, I would recommend that the service time be faster. There were times where we ordered drinks and they would come out 10 to 15 minutes later. And our food took a while to come out after ordering: 20 minutes for the starter and about 45 minutes for the main entree. I would go back for sure simply for the tasty food.
I enjoyed a great 3 course dinner here during DC restaurant week and was satisfied with my meal. Everything was cooked and prepared perfectly. My cocktail was expertly crafted and I even received a free glass of wine which shows how important exceptional service is to the staff. There doesn't seem to be a bad seat in the restaurant as the whole space, even the bar, was beautiful and intimate. I would just keep in mind that this is a very expensive restaurant. While I dont think the quantity and type of food served should be priced so high I can at least appreciate that the food is quality.
Talk about delicious food! Came here to friends after an event at the line hotel and it was the exact fuel we needed. First off, the cocktails here were terrible, especially the espresso martini. My friend and I ordered drinks and return them for wine, which you obviously can't go wrong with that. For the food: grilled sourdough - skip it. The ratio was off. Too much ricotta, not enough hot honey, the nectarines didn't do much. I just felt like I was eating a spoonful of ricotta Romaine alla romana - tasty! Great appetizer, it's a play on a Caesar salad, I could've eaten the whole bowl myself it was great. Sicilian fried orange chicken - I ordered this and thought it would come out and little chicken bites, no you get practically the whole chicken. You definitely get your moneys worth. The skin is crispy and seasoned well, you get both light and dark meat. I was so full I couldn't even finish it. It does come with a fennel salad, which does balance out the flavor of the chicken. I do wish it came with another side or bread, but it was still good nonetheless. Rigatoni alla vodka - one of my friends got this and it looks basic, but it was so tasty. Loved the flavor, out of the two pasta dishes I preferred this one. I usually don't care for vodka pasta, but I would've eaten a bowl of this. Not too much fluff or frill just a tasty meal. Bucatini - my other friend got this dish and again no complaints. This is an Italian restaurant they make their pasta well (as they rightfully should), so I enjoyed trying this dish as well. The staff was nice, very hospitable, recommended great wines to go with the dishes. I enjoyed my time here. Lowly lit, great ambience. I like when there's music playing, but it's not too loud so you're able to have a conversation in your normal voice without having a shout over the table. Great for dinner with a group of friends or date night or if you wine grab some glasses of wine with friends. Would recommend and I would return.
We celebrated our 15th anniversary here and left completely floored, by the food, yes, but even more by how genuinely cared for we felt the entire night. Our server Yannik was exceptional. Warm, attentive, knowledgeable, the kind of server who makes a special occasion actually feel special. The moment you walk in, the space wraps around you. Warm wood, soft lighting, an atmosphere that feels intimate without being cramped, the kind of place that makes you want to slow down and stay a while. The team went above and beyond when they learned I don't drink: they gifted us a non-alcoholic wine, a complimentary appetizer, and dessert. That kind of hospitality isn't scripted... it's felt. Now, the food. The housemade sourdough with eucalyptus honey butter is dangerous, I could have stopped there and been happy. The roasted carrot salad with hazelnut dukkah and garlic toum was one of those dishes that makes you rethink a vegetable entirely. The garlic knots had no business being that good... crispy, layered, almost croissant-like, deeply garlicky in the best way. For pasta we had the pappardelle with spicy roasted pork ragù and fennel breadcrumbs, and the canastra cheese ravioli with wild garlic pesto and brazil nut pangrattato, that stunning deep green dish topped with chive blossoms looked like art and tasted even better. Both pastas were perfect. Then the Brazilian budino with coconut caramel and toasted coconut came out with a little candle tucked in. I nearly cried. This is a restaurant that treats every table like it matters. We will absolutely be back.
Reveler's Hour may be a little dark on the inside with all the dark wood and low lighting but the service and the food bring a light to your meal. Firstly, I really have to commend the staff. They were so attentive and thoughtful. Our server, for example, brought an extra little light to our table when she saw we were struggling to read the menu in the low light. They were great about checking with us, keeping the water glasses filled and anticipating other needs such as a bag when we wanted to take some of our meal home. Everyone was very kind and this added so much to our meal. We enjoyed our progressive meal which reflecting the chef's heritage from both Italy and Brazil. Our starting mocktails of the ploughman's surprise and the fermented peach soda were good. The peach soda had a great amount of fizz but could have used a little more peach. Maybe the nectar just sunk to the bottom and by the time we drank that far, the ice had diluted it. We preferred the ploughman's surprise, which, coming with no ice (yah!) stayed flavorful to the very end. Our app of grilled peaches and burrata was tasty but we actually preferred it eaten as its separate components rather than together where the burrata seemed to overpower the other flavors. Special shout out to the sourdough crisp on top. Super crunchy and delicious! The bread was also a stand out in the panzanella. This dish had a great kick from the jalapeno and was fresh and refreshing. For our third dish - the bread also was really good. This time it was garlic knots which everyone looked forward to the moment that garlic aroma arrived at our table. The summer lasagna came with a very light and slightly sweet tomato sauce which only made us wish we had even more bread! The main entrée was the picanha steak. It was very well cooked and though not as hot temperature wise as we would have liked, it was really good even just warmed. The oven roasted potatoes were just right and the chimichurri sauce was very good (anther longing for more bread - can you see a theme?...) Dessert was a soft and custardy on the inside corn cake with mascarpone and espresso dulce de leche. Although I couldn't taste much of the coffee flavor, the dish was another example of Reveler's Hour comfort food wheelhouse. The food and the service at Reveler's Hour are definitely worth coming back for. Next time, we might try to sit towards the front where there is more light from the windows. There is a small outdoor public lot a block away. read more
Reveler's Hour is dark, cozy, and intimate, the kind of restaurant that's great for date night or dinner with friends. The front bar has a nice mix of high tops and booths if you're stopping in for drinks, while the dining room in the back is filled with smaller tables. The food absolutely lives up to the atmosphere. Absolutely start with the garlic knot. You can tell the pasta is homemade. The pappardelle is my favorite but you can't go wrong with any of the pasta dishes! Between the warm ambiance, thoughtful service, and incredible food, Reveler's Hour is a great spot in Adams Morgan. read more
I've been wanting to try reveler's hour fro years and glad I've been able to check it off my list. The restaurant is very cozy and warm inside. The menu is VERY small, with only about 3-4 entrees to choose from. We tried a corn ravioli and bolognese. Both sauces/pastas were very unique and yummy. However, I would not go out of my way to come here, given how small the menu is. read more
15 days ago
We celebrated our 15th dating anniversary with a special meal at Reveler's Hour. We had the asparagus alla romana to start and split the rigatoni alla vodka and half chicken, plus two garlic knots. What I remember most about this meal is how unique and tasty the sauces were on the chicken dish -- both the dressing for the salad and the gravy beneath the chicken. The croissants, which I'm told are very trendy online, were good -- they were croissant-like -- but I prefer those made with regular pizza dough. We finished the meal with a financier and a complimentary scoop of ice cream for our anniversary. Katherine took wonderful care of us during dinner. read more
1 month ago
Absolutely horrendous. We saw RATS in the kitchen. RATS!!!!! We saw rat droppings in the front of the house. Disgusting restaurant with a cheap owner. You've been warned. read more
A friend and I had dinner at Reveler's Hour this past weekend and had a great time. With an amazing wine list, a seasonally-focused menu, great ambiance, and very good service, Reveler's Hour was easy to like. We shared: their housemade sourdough with eucalyptus honey butter; a simple asparagus starter; their pappardelle with spicy roasted pork ragu and fennel breadcrumbs; and their rigatoni alla vodka with tomatoes, grana padano, and vodka. Other than the asparagus, which was fine but not special (the asparagus was so thin that I felt it would have been better in a raw preparation or just barely cooked), I thought the food was very good overall. When bread and butter is good, it's such a treat, and Reveler's was. The pastas were both good, and my friend and I had different favorites (pappardelle for me, rigatoni for her). I enjoyed my wines at least as much as our food. I had two glasses - one glass of Tannat and of Braucol. That they had four red wines by the glass, and that two of those were a Tannat and a Braucol (Fer from Gaillac) surprised and thrilled me. The Braucol in particular was a treat. If you love wine and European/Mediterranean food, Reveler's Hour is a very good option for dinner. I'd happily return. I might have to soon for a glass of that Braucol and some bread and butter. read more
6 months ago
Very elegant interior and great for a date night (very dimly lit). We started off with the sourdough bread appetizer (a whopping $15 for some bread and butter). I will say it was some of the best butter I've had, but it really should be free. For mains, the steak was the star. 9/10! Super flavorful and perfectly cooked. One of the best steaks I've had! Wish it came with potatoes on the side vs a veggie tho. The pastas were the real let down. The spicy ragu had no spice and lacked flavor. The rigatoni vodka needed salt and just overall was mid. Can make better vodka sauce at home Would recommend the steak overall! read more
I had a great restaurant week dinner here! Definitely recommend making a reservation as it was booked and busy that week especially. I stuck with water to start but my server brought me an NA strawberry cider to sip on before my appetizer - shoutout my server Isaac who was great! I started with the eggplant and tahini spread which was solid. Eggplant was super tender but I think the tahini could have used a little more punch. Really enjoyed the rigatoni, the pasta has a really nice texture and you can tell it's homemade! The corn cake was a nice little dessert to finish, not super sweet! my fave component was the espresso dulce de leche! I also got a little digestif post dinner which was a nice touch. Service beginning to end was lovely - had other servers come through with water refills and one offered me a reading light for my book which was a million stars for me! Enjoyed the low light romantic ambiance as well and would def come back here to try more food or enjoy a cocktail at the bar! read more
I had really high hopes for Reveler's Hour since it's Tailed Up Goat's sister restaurant that stayed in business despite the former's closure late last year. My co-workers and I got dinner here since we were craving pasta this past Monday. We even ordered all three pastas available on the menu! Our server was good about checking in on us, and we took our time to eat and catch up. COD CROQUETTES - 19 Think white fish mixed with cream cheese and hints of red pepper spice that's been deep-fried, and there's three of them. While these were delicious to start with, I couldn't believe that each croquette was more than $6 per pop. GRILLED MUSHROOM PANZANELLA - 19 This is an Italian bread salad mixed with a bunch of mushrooms, shallots, and bacon. This was a bit acidic, but in a kind of weird way. The bread (similar to croutons) was quite oily, and there were more shallots than there were mushrooms, which were also very oily and shriveled up. Personally, our table did not really enjoy this appetizer. RIGATONI ALLA VODKA - 32 This was the simplest and lightest of the pastas and definitely the most gentle in flavor. The rigatoni was the perfect al dente, and the vodka sauce was lightly creamy and sweet. However, there wasn't much to write home about. If I went to a farmer's market and bought a vodka sauce from a vendor, I could recreate something similar at home. SWEET POTATO & MASCARPONE RAVIOLI - 34 There was so much kale pesto that it completely covered the ravioli... And there were only 6 half-sized pieces of ravioli. I personally loved the filling of the ravioli -- "funky" as my friend had describe. The nutty pesto sauce paired perfectly with it. Taste wise, this was the most unique and my favorite. However, for how much it costed, we expected a bit more than 6 measly raviolis. The plating contained mostly sauce, some pistachios, and a bunch of garnish that we were mainly for decor. SPAGHETTI ALLA CHITARRA - 36 Lots of reviews raved about this one, and I was excited for the rich and hearty beef ragu. While it was tasty, it was incredibly greasy, to the point where I no longer enjoyed what I was eating. One of my friends enjoyed it a lot though, but unfortunately not for me. GARLIC KNOT - 5 Apparently, these are a must, so we all got one. Each garlic knot is $5, and the size of a small cinnamon roll. While it was pretty garlicky with a nice chewy texture, the exterior was soaked in oil, which I didn't enjoy. Similar to the spaghetti, it made my entire mouth feel greasy. OLIVE OIL CAKE - 14 One of the best olive oil cakes I've eaten. It was smooth and soft upon chewing, balanced by the sweet amaro cherries with a bit of light fattiness of the whipped cream. ALMOND FINANCIER - 14 The almond financier was incredibly crunchy and nutty, pairing well with the velvety, creamy sauce that reminded me of melted French vanilla bean ice cream. It was so tasty and not too sweet. Overall, I was pretty disappointed. The food was pretty mediocre (minus the desserts), and it was really expensive for what it was. Charging $30+ for a modest serving of pasta and sauce that didn't even have meat or anything else is outrageous -- looking right at you, rigatoni alla vodka. Most things were just too greasy for my taste buds, which didn't sit sell with my stomach afterwards. read more
Wow, I wish I'd know about this spot since it opened but I'm glad I can now add it to the rotation. There is apparently something magical about Columbia Rd bc of the number of really great places concentrated there! The RH menu is relatively small and apt to change often, though we loved every item. Their garlic knots are famous for a reason- think more like a clementine-sized piece of fried goodness than a chewy small doughball, though do brace for the minced garlic on top. The staff are casual though made us feel comfortable. Their emphasis on wine makes the experience that much more pleasant and interesting. Can't wait to come back soon. read more
9 days ago
staff is very friendly and helpful, food is great... would recommend the lions mane mushroom + grilled okra and definitely the garlic knots. place filled up super fast but the food comes out pretty quick! read more
Let me start off by saying the food was incredible. This is my first time having flavorful Italian food outside of Italy and the portion sizes were more than enough! The group participated in the three courses special, so we all left full. The restaurant has dim lighting which adds to the intimate ambiance and the music selection was 90s and early 2000s based which we loved. The drinks were good as well, and they had a wide variety of non alcoholic selections. We had an issue of being charged twice for several menu items ordered, but the manager and waitress fixed it swiftly once we noted it. Since a 20% service fee is automatically included on every bill, I would recommend that the service time be faster. There were times where we ordered drinks and they would come out 10 to 15 minutes later. And our food took a while to come out after ordering: 20 minutes for the starter and about 45 minutes for the main entree. I would go back for sure simply for the tasty food. read more
I enjoyed a great 3 course dinner here during DC restaurant week and was satisfied with my meal. Everything was cooked and prepared perfectly. My cocktail was expertly crafted and I even received a free glass of wine which shows how important exceptional service is to the staff. There doesn't seem to be a bad seat in the restaurant as the whole space, even the bar, was beautiful and intimate. I would just keep in mind that this is a very expensive restaurant. While I dont think the quantity and type of food served should be priced so high I can at least appreciate that the food is quality. read more
Talk about delicious food! Came here to friends after an event at the line hotel and it was the exact fuel we needed. First off, the cocktails here were terrible, especially the espresso martini. My friend and I ordered drinks and return them for wine, which you obviously can't go wrong with that. For the food: grilled sourdough - skip it. The ratio was off. Too much ricotta, not enough hot honey, the nectarines didn't do much. I just felt like I was eating a spoonful of ricotta Romaine alla romana - tasty! Great appetizer, it's a play on a Caesar salad, I could've eaten the whole bowl myself it was great. Sicilian fried orange chicken - I ordered this and thought it would come out and little chicken bites, no you get practically the whole chicken. You definitely get your moneys worth. The skin is crispy and seasoned well, you get both light and dark meat. I was so full I couldn't even finish it. It does come with a fennel salad, which does balance out the flavor of the chicken. I do wish it came with another side or bread, but it was still good nonetheless. Rigatoni alla vodka - one of my friends got this and it looks basic, but it was so tasty. Loved the flavor, out of the two pasta dishes I preferred this one. I usually don't care for vodka pasta, but I would've eaten a bowl of this. Not too much fluff or frill just a tasty meal. Bucatini - my other friend got this dish and again no complaints. This is an Italian restaurant they make their pasta well (as they rightfully should), so I enjoyed trying this dish as well. The staff was nice, very hospitable, recommended great wines to go with the dishes. I enjoyed my time here. Lowly lit, great ambience. I like when there's music playing, but it's not too loud so you're able to have a conversation in your normal voice without having a shout over the table. Great for dinner with a group of friends or date night or if you wine grab some glasses of wine with friends. Would recommend and I would return. read more
6 months ago
We celebrated our 15th anniversary here and left completely floored, by the food, yes, but even more by how genuinely cared for we felt the entire night. Our server Yannik was exceptional. Warm, attentive, knowledgeable, the kind of server who makes a special occasion actually feel special. The moment you walk in, the space wraps around you. Warm wood, soft lighting, an atmosphere that feels intimate without being cramped, the kind of place that makes you want to slow down and stay a while. The team went above and beyond when they learned I don't drink: they gifted us a non-alcoholic wine, a complimentary appetizer, and dessert. That kind of hospitality isn't scripted... it's felt. Now, the food. The housemade sourdough with eucalyptus honey butter is dangerous, I could have stopped there and been happy. The roasted carrot salad with hazelnut dukkah and garlic toum was one of those dishes that makes you rethink a vegetable entirely. The garlic knots had no business being that good... crispy, layered, almost croissant-like, deeply garlicky in the best way. For pasta we had the pappardelle with spicy roasted pork ragù and fennel breadcrumbs, and the canastra cheese ravioli with wild garlic pesto and brazil nut pangrattato, that stunning deep green dish topped with chive blossoms looked like art and tasted even better. Both pastas were perfect. Then the Brazilian budino with coconut caramel and toasted coconut came out with a little candle tucked in. I nearly cried. This is a restaurant that treats every table like it matters. We will absolutely be back. read more
6 months ago
The restaurant space is absolutely beautiful - an air of fine dining with a welcoming ambiance that makes you want to stay for hours. The service was fast, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu - I wouldn't have changed a thing! The food was good overall, but not sure it was good enough to demand the price point. If you are particular about your steak being a medium rare, you may want to order a medium. Personally, I loved the texture of the medium rare, but it was a little red for the rest of our table. Fan favorite for our table was the octopus - it's to absolutely die for! read more
1 month ago
Revelers Hour is my go to celebration spot and home to my favorite bites in the DMV. Their garlic knots I dream about often, and their pastas are the best I've had in the United States. Always seasonally appropriate and evolving, the menu is a delight. Tonight we enjoyed an incredible tomato panzanella that was so refreshing, the delicious and hearty gnocchi, a portion of the crispiest and juiciest chicken that was enough to feed at least two people and the STAR of the night was the corn pasta dish - little clouds of heaven with a perfectly nutty sauce and sprinkle. I'm fighting the urge to get back immediately for seconds. As an added bonus- for being a wine lovers paradise their NA menu is impressive. I used to love a Pimm's Cup on summer days and they have a mocktail play on this classic drink that was an excellent nod to the OG version. Hats off to Revelers hour as always and an aside to say that every single person working at this restaurant has amazing style. The vibes are immaculate and not in the cheesy instagrammable way. Don't miss a stop to the bathroom (I know- what?!) just trust me. The design will keep you busy while you wash your hands for at least 30 seconds :) read more
Lovely restaurant, amazing food, great, attentive servers, extensive wine list, fantastic music. We had the three course dinner which was the ideal option. I loved the rigatoni, it was big, delicious, full of flavor and had plenty of bite. The gnocchi had lots of pork flavor and the fried chicken was very generous and well done. The sour dough was great, the polenta balls were really good, the tomato salad and the shaved fennel were refreshing and full of flavor. The music list ran through so many different genres, yet was a perfect accompaniment to the restaurant and the meal. The music was just another layer added on top of the service, food, drinks, and ambiance. Can't wait to return. read more
When I walked in, I thought this will be my favorite spot. It's perfect for people like me. But it was a bit disappointing. It's beautiful ambience. Don't get me wrong. I loved it. Server that I had, she was amazing. I didn't get to ask her name but I enjoyed everything she recommended. From appetizer to wine. I went there group of 4, but most of my group didn't enjoyed their food. Serving time between the foods is too long and honestly speaking, food just looked fancy not flavorful. It's either too salty or too oily read more
I recently had dinner with a friend here. I liked the romantic ambiance inside featuring dim lighting which created the perfect setting for a date or catching up with friends. The bar is charming, and the cocktails are thoughtfully crafted and delicious. The service was standard. I like the concept of a changing menu, and I'm interested to return and explore other dishes in the future. Must-Try (5/5): Garlic Knots - These are the best garlic knots I've ever had. Perfectly garlicky and buttery, they had a crispy exterior with a moist, warm, and fresh interior. Still Good (4/5): Grilled Mushroom Panzanella, Roasted Cauliflower Arancini, Short Rib, Amaro Budino. Pass (3/5): Mezzaluna - While visually appealing, I found the combination of chili sauce, roasted butternut squash purée, cheese, and hazelnuts didn't quite work together; Olive Oil Cake - Unfortunately, this dessert didn't meet expectations. Compared to others I've tried, it was on the dry side. read more
From the moment you walk in you know that this is a place that you will dream about. The staff is beyond kind, from making sure to account for dietary restrictions, walking you through the menu, and picking out the perfect entrees. We were here for dinner on a Monday and it was packed. Got a booth right in the middle where we could see all of the action from the kitchen, but never felt like we were in the way of anything. Our party got the three courses and it is such a deal for a little more than $60. We split nice bottle of a light red and shoutout to Robert for picking out the perfect pairing. Since there were a few of us we split all of the appetizers. Get the cabbage, I didn't think something so simple would be filling and flavorful. It is massive and grilled. The beets were also so good and so much food. The cheese was simple, but also perfectly tart and firm. Entrees were the highlight. The vodka pasta is so simple, but when it's cold you want a bowl of pasta and it does the job. Everyone loved the meals that they got. I really think my favorite thing was the garlic knots. Do yourself a favor and add at least one to your entree. They are famous for a reason and will live rent free in my head until the next time that I get to go here. Perfectly massive, soft, fresh garlic, and cheese. Dessert is never my favorite, but I loved the olive oil cake. I can see why this is the go to dessert on the menu. Just know it is cream, not ice cream when you take a bite. Coupled with the cherries, it is a delightful contrast. Throughout the meal multiple staff members came to check on us. We never ran out of water or wine. They took the time to crumb the table and replace our table wear between each course. Truly felt that we had received the best treatment. Gratuity is already included and they made it very clear on the menu and the receipt. Given how many restaurants do this I appreciated the clearness and also their level of service was beyond what we expected. Cannot say enough good things. read more
Reveler's Hour has been on my list for a while and was a great choice to celebrate a birthday. I made a reservation for a Thursday night and on arrival it was pretty empty. The place filled out by the time we left but it never got too loud which was nice. For food, we chose to do the 3 course option and shared all of our selections. The standout for me had to be the Rigatoni alla vodka. This one really surprised me and was amazing! We mistakenly forgot to order the garlic knots and once the main courses arrived, I realized my error and they were able to bring them to us without waiting to long. Don't make our mistake because they are totally worth it! I always enjoy a place who will fold your napkin when you go to the bathroom and enjoyed the service here. Everyone was very friendly and willing to help you when needed. Reveler's Hour isn't getting 5/5 stars because some of the dishes just didn't really hit for me. I was especially disappointed in the pistachio gelato because I love pistachio gelato and I love dessert and I really did not like this no matter how hard I tried. When do I not like dessert?! If I am in the neighborhood, I would definitely return. I am also told they are a good option if you are gluten free. read more
KenScale: 8.25/10 Visits: March 2025 One of the restaurants in DC that my wife Jun and I have regularly been to since our move from NYC is Reveler's Hour in Adam's Morgan. It is one of those restaurants where we always had very solid meals from starters to pastas to desserts. The menu at Reveler's Hour is probably not that different from what you typically see in an upscale bistro restaurant with Italian-accented menus, but it's the execution that really elevates the dining experience here. One thing that I noticed on our recent visit is that the restaurant now has a three-course dinner format in addition to a la carte options, at $62 per person. Factoring in the prices of the individual dishes, the three-course option definitely looks like a bargain. We started the dinner with endives salad and grilled octopus. I was quite fond of the endives salad with ricotta salata and garlic chips that was fresh and delightfully crunchy, while the grilled ocotpus with smoked paprika aioli and celery salad was also a standout dish that Jun enjoyed very much. In our previous visits, we would order two pastas for main courses; over time, however, we switched to one pasta dish and one other main dish that quickly became one of our favorite dishes in DC, period. The latter, pork Milanese, is not a dish to skip if it's on the menu. "How hard would it be to pull off fried pork?" You would think, until you take a bite out of the wonderful version from Reveler's Hour and quickly realize you haven't had a proper one until now. The sides for the pork Milanese seem to slightly change over time, and on our visit, the addition of roast garlic aioli and olive salad was spot-on. For the pasta at Reveler's Hour, getting one with meat-based sauce is always a safe bet, like we did with bucatini with miso roasted pork and Aleppo pepper; the seasoning was slightly aggressive, but it was otherwise a delicious dish. For desserts, we shared olive oil cake with red wine figs that was not overly sweet to our liking, and Jun enthusiastically savored pistachio gelato as well. Reveler's Hour used to be packed from the opening, but on our recent visit at least the early hours seem to have quieted down (although the restaurant quickly became almost full toward the end of our dinner). The wine list at the restaurant is still pretty strong, with interesting themes changing by the seasons and sourcing a wide variety of wines from all over the world. A combination of pastas, pork Milanese and wines is a winning combination at Reveler's Hour and I'm glad the restaurant is still maintaining its consistency in excellence of execution throughout all the years we have been visiting. read more
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1 year ago
Best pasta in DC. If the anchovy bucatini with sun gold tomatoes is in the menu, don't sleep on it. So good it made me emotional. Vodka sauce with rigatoni is also perfect. read more
From the owners of top-rated Tail Up Goat, Reveler's Hour has been on my list for awhile. When they released their Valentine's Day menu, my wife and I snagged a slot at one of their high-top tables. Here's our experience. 1) Food: The Valentine's Day special included three courses where we each picked an item from a list of options. To start, the Kohlrabi Caesar Salad and Grilled Red Cabbage were both delicious, especially the Ceasar Salad. For the second course, we both got the bucatini with spicy pork ragu, pickled green garlic, basil, and pecorino. The flavor was there, but the spice wasn't. It didn't have a kick to it. It also was a little dry, but still tasted good. We added the garlic knot to our second course for $5. A cross between a savory doughnut and croissant, they melted in our mouths. The Olive Oil Cake was dense, moist, and delicious. We chose to eat the citrus it came with after the cake v. with it. 2) Drinks: Their drink list includes wine, cocktails, and more. In February, they partnered with Latin American wine store Grand Cata to highlight Chilean wines. The Orange Sauvignon Blanc was refreshing. 3) Service: Despite being fully booked, we didn't feel rushed. Our server was friendly, attentive, and guided us through her recommendations. She even brought over a tasting of a red wine to go with our second course. 4) Price: It was $180 per person for the Valentine's Day meal, a little less expensive than other restaurants in the city. Wine and the garlic knot were extra. 5) Space: Along a busy street with street parking, the space is larger than expected. There's a front room and a back room with a well-lit bar in between. The restrooms have on-brand quirky drawings on the walls. 6) Located on the Lanier Heights-Adams Morgan border, there's a lot to do in the area from walking to Malcolm X Park to trying other restaurants and cafes. There's a plethora of street art nearby too. read more
I will not say the food is not good the food just wasn't something that I would recommend for myself or visit again compared to other returners I have eaten at. I understand the menu size but I wish there were more options. The service was great they did have a limited number of cocktail options and the option I chose I sadly hated. I think the food lacked flavor and depth it felt very simple but too simple. The bread was great ! The resturant is always packed so the food is good just sadly not my preference. read more
i want to swim in this pasta bowl and drown in the sauce while grasping for the perfectly cooked homemade noodles - this is for sure a stunning, romantic restaurant. the wine cellar walls, exposed brick, candles, and artwork are just dreamy and proved this is a place to bring someone you're trying to impress - we split the scallop crudo which was tangy and zesty. the scallops were melting in your mouth leaving the citrusy vinegar taste on your tongue. my only thought is that the mushy texture can only be withstood for a few bites so adding chips for a texture break would be ideal or maybe if they cut the scallops into thinner slices - the waitress said that the garlic knot is the restaurants "lore." in my head, there's no way a garlic knot could be that good. but this was that good. it almost had the texture of a croissant. the outside was a hard layer and then you crunch into garlic butter soaked soft innards - the pastas were mind blowing. the clam pasta had some light buttery amazing sauce I can't even describe. the buttery noodles carried a slight crunch from the breadcrumbs and zest of lemon topped with chewy clams. I understand how it's aesthetic to serve them in the shell but pulling the meat out wasn't the cutest look. i chewed every bite slowly just savoring the delish moment - my gluten free companion got the prosciutto pea dish with their GF pasta and loved it. perfectly salty sauce and a rare good shape of GF pasta with normal texture - our waitress was sweet and attentive! it's definitely pricey but a great place to celebrate or, as I said, impress people. we got a free celebration dessert and usually I'm not a gelato person but the dried strawberries in the gelato and on top added a delicious twist read more
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2 years ago
I fell on your raised carpet and no one bothered to come check on me ..... Very rude. When we left... You still didn't bother to fix the carpet.... read more
Dinner at Reveler's Hour - A Mixed Experience Came to Reveler's Hour on Saturday night for dinner with my wife and another couple. We made a reservation in advance due to the restaurant's popularity--be aware that there's a $25 per person fee if canceled after 5 PM the day before. Given all the great reviews, I had high expectations for this meal. Location & Atmosphere The restaurant is in NW DC, near Adams Morgan, which is a very busy area--parking is tough, especially on a Saturday night. We ended up using a nearby parking lot, which charged $30 cash or $50+ through SpotHero. The restaurant itself has a great vibe, perfect for gathering over drinks. It's a bit dark inside, but the interior is lovely and inviting. Service The service was great. Our server was attentive, checked on us regularly, and even brought out a few wines for us to taste. She also offered fantastic recommendations on wine selection, which was a nice touch and added to the experience. Food & Experience We opted for the 3-course meal ($62 per person), which included an appetizer, main course, and dessert. Appetizers (Best Part of the Meal) Grilled Octopus - Easily my favorite dish of the night. The octopus had a great texture with a delicious fire-grilled taste. It paired well with the Smoked Paprika Aioli, which was creamy and flavorful, and the celery salad added a refreshing contrast. Cacio e Pepe Arancini - My wife ordered this, and it was crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside with pecorino and mozzarella. The black pepper gave it a nice kick. Great start to the meal. Main Course (Disappointing) Tagliatelle with Black Truffles - Huge letdown. The pasta was completely bland, tasting like plain boiled noodles mixed with oil. Even the black truffles couldn't save it. I usually enjoy bold flavors--salty or spicy--but this dish had none. Cappelletti - My wife had this, and while there was nothing wrong with it, there was also nothing special. Just a very forgettable dish. Desserts (Not Great Either) Pistachio Gelato - Started off tasting great, but after a few bites, it felt overly sweet and overwhelming. Chocolate Sorbet - An absolute disaster. It lacked sweetness and wasn't even a good dark chocolate bitterness. The addition of olive oil resulted in a strange, off-putting flavor. Final Thoughts Overall, the appetizers were fantastic, and the service was excellent, but the main courses and desserts fell flat. The wine recommendations and tasting experience were a highlight, but the food didn't fully meet expectations. Would I come back? Maybe for drinks and starters, but definitely not for the full meal. read more
Absolutely delicious food and cute place. Our party of two had dinner here. We started with the eggplant arancini and marinated beets. Both were delicious, but I especially love the eggplant. The crispy, fried ball has so much flavor. My main dish was the pork milanese. I highly recommend trying the milanese. It's a huge piece of crispy pork, served with a side salad. Great presentation and delicious too. I don't quite remember what the sauce is, but it goes well with the pork. I thought the space was average noise and quite intimate. This was on a Saturday evening. Looks like they can even accommodate large-ish parties, as I saw a table of at least 12 people. Service was fast and friendly. They had a lot of staff running around. Parking is terrible in the area. Try to avoid driving...I'm serious. read more
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