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    Rooster & Owl

    4.5 (538 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndNew American, Tapas/Small Plates
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Delicious deconstructed pumpkin pie and not too sweet. Lovely complimentary (pomegranate?) sauce on the bottom.
    Angela L.

    Made a reservation here for two to try our first 1 star Michelin restaurant and it brought so much joy to my taste buds! Only street parking is available to make sure you account time for that. Service was quick and attentive. Plates came out quickly and reasonably between each course. We sat at the bar and the waitress/bar folk were informative and still gave us our space to chit chat. We were celebrating a special occasion and they originally brought out prosecco (neither of us drink alcohol) and they were so kind to notice and offer a non-alcoholic alternative!! This gesture shows just how attentive and exceptional their service is. Ambiance was okay -- while I enjoyed the rooster and owl decorations and the intimate setting -- there was a continuous draft of cold air blowing against our legs which made it a bit uncomfortable. The food was delicious! The starter buns and scallion oil butter made such a strong impression that I'm still salivating about it a week later. The ahi crudo was ok. I've had quite a bit of sushi in my day so this did not stand out to me. The duck was lovely -- one piece was juicy and tender which the other was crispy. The deconstructed pumpkin pie was a great, not-too-sweet dessert.

    Jung Y.

    FABULOUS MEAL! 4 courses for $125 is a great deal, and all the dishes tasted phenomenal. I really enjoyed the Asian fusion elements in the various dishes, along with the overall creativity and beautiful presentation of each dish. Some favorites included Octopus Ceviche, Chicken Liver Mousse with scallion mochi waffle, cranberry, and za'atar, "Bahn Mi" with bacon, foie gras, carrot, and coriander (deconstructed bahn mi), and Sablefish with Thai yellow curry, Okinawa sweet potato, and horseradish. The entire meal was truly delicious and fun! Staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. We'll definitely be back!

    Duck tagliatelle
    Becca S.

    I was impressed with the service, attention to detail, and overall experience. I felt like I was on a good adventure. I went for my anniversary and we greeted with complimentary champagne (alcohol free because we don't drink) and a personalized menu. Our server guided us through the menu and you order everything upfront. After ordering, the adventure begins. It is quite the experience. While it seems silly, my stand out favorite was the bread with the scallion oil butter. The other favorites were the bbq carrots, duck tagliatelle, and the sticky toffee pudding. I enjoyed being able to share everything with my husband. I only take off a star because for how highly ranked it is, Michelin stars, and all that you expect it to be, it wasn't worth the hype to me. It seemed somewhat standard farm to table. Delicious, but expected something more.

    Pasta 6/10
    Esy C.

    Food: 10/10 Atmosphere: 7/10 Service: 10/10 Tips: make reservation in advance! Everything was up to perfection and the food was amazing. We got extra dish for it an extra $15 on top of the fixed menu and there was totally worth it. Each of the dish combines ingredients that you wouldn't imagine possible- but coordinated so nicely and palatable. They are so-called Asian fusion which I really don't care for but this is one of the few fusion places I want to go back!

    Ken A.

    We returned to Rooster & Owl for a second visit. Our first visit was over four years ago, and we were hoping that the memories of our prior visit weren't inflated due to the years that had passed. No fear, it was exactly the way we remembered, although the portion sizes seemed bigger this time around. We added a cabbage dish and an eggplant dish to our prix fixe and realized that was a lot of food. It's tough to sort through the menu when everything looks and tastes so amazing! I've got to say that the short ribs and the cabbage were a highlight of the evening. That said, every dish was unique and flavorful and I would order them all again. Shame on us for waiting so long to return.

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    Keval P.

    Not worth the price at all. Ambiance and service were amazing. However, my wife and I decided to do the Valentine's Day prix fixe menu, and I think it's important to flag that specifically. One very shady part of how this was handled: the restaurant never released the menu ahead of time, so we went in blindly. Almost none of the main staples that make this place so well known were included, aside from the rolls and butter. I truly don't understand how this restaurant got away with charging a premium for this menu, considering there was absolutely nothing special on it. The protein choices were cheap and clearly a cost cutting measure. For a place charging far more than its normal menu, I expected higher end options. One course was literally a pile of sautéed mushrooms, some of which were so chewy they weren't even edible. Another was a single, basic piece of pasta with gamey meat stuffed inside. The main protein of the entire menu was quail stuffed with chicken. It was very average. Nothing about this menu felt like it was worth almost $180. At $100, I could understand it. At $180 to $220, this was actual robbery. I hated every single dish. The price compared to the food quality and quantity was just terrible. There are so many amazing Michelin star restaurants in this city. If you're looking for a Michelin star experience based purely on service, you'll get it here. If you're looking for food that matches the value of what you're paying, avoid this place at all costs. I blame nothing on the servers. The service was great. But the kitchen and whoever set this menu completely missed the mark. The food, the quality, and the flavors were all so subpar. I left this meal extremely depressed and regretful that I chose this place to spend Valentine's Day. I truly don't understand why this place has a Michelin star. I've been to plenty, and this was by far the worst. There's a reason this place doesn't make any top 20 lists, and it should never come close to yours. What a horrible waste of money and an evening. Avoid unless you're looking for nothing but good service.

    SHIMA AJI CRUDO
    Lulu T.

    Our evening was spectacular. We visited Rooster & Owl with a party of eight (reserved via email) and were seated right on time. Service was attentive without being intrusive, and each dish was clearly explained and well paced. The restaurant dimly lit to be inviting but still modern. The wine pairings were delicious and absolutely worth it. While the luxury add-ons are fun, the chef's menu stands on its own--creative, well-seasoned, and satisfying. I preferred the delicious pumpkin pie to the toffee pudding, as it was a bit overly sweet. We'd definitely return for a special occasion.

    Short Rib
    John H.

    Reasonably priced Michelin star that serve a four course prix fixed American menu. You have a choice of four items for starters, appetizers, main entree and dessert. We fortunately came as a party of four so was able to try everything on the menu. Service was great - one of our servers heard my daughter liking the blueberry in her drink and then bought out more blueberries! Love the thoughtfulness! Certainly enjoyed the food and it's presentation.

    Entrees
    Shelby P.

    Really cool to be able to try a Michelin starred restaurant in an affordable price point. We got sat outside and thank goodness they had bug spray because otherwise I would've been eaten alive. We had 4 people so it was the perfect amount for us to share all the items on the menu which I highly suggest. Two favorite dishes - lamb entree- so pull apart tender with amazing flavor - pea ravioli entree- wow such a nice compliment throughout the dish. Perfectly cooked and ample amount of raviolis Two of my least favorite dishes - baba ganoush- I just didn't even want to eat this. The top part was way too bitter for me - key like dessert- just not good. I think it was creative but so sweet that I wasn't interested. Really appreciate how well spoken our waitresses were and how attentive.

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    Sophia W.

    What a lovely dining experience - Rooster & Owl definitely deserves its Michelin star! We had the 4-course tasting menu, and since we were a party of four and there were four options for each course, we got to try every dish on the menu. Every dish was unique and interesting, and the flavors complemented each other so well. My favorites from each course include the Korean Melon Elote, the Seared Scallop, the Grilled Short Rib, and the Chocolate Tart. Everything else was also fantastic. The service was amazing. The staff cleared our plates and wiped the table after each meal, and they checked in on us frequently. The food arrived quickly. Overall, I only have good things to say! I recommend a try if you're looking to celebrate a special day, or just to splurge on a classy culinary experience.

    Crudo
    Shantal W.

    Wow wow wow! What an experience! And experience is key anywhere you go. Definitely a great date night spot or place to catch up with friends. It's intimate, the servers are excellent, and the flavors are extraordinary! I ordered the wine pairing with my dinner and my server was so knowledgeable and thoughtful with each wine. All of them complimented the food very well and I loved the range in the wines that they had. From a sparkling wine to start and finished with a delicate pear wine for dessert. I'm posting the crudo because I didn't love my first course, the cucumber salad. Nothing wrong with it, but the flavors didn't jive for me. After mentioning my feelings about the salad, they brought me the crudo. Mind you... this was the first course of 4 and I only mentioned it close to dessert! How thoughtful and kind! The cheesecake was out of this world! Not overly sweet and melts in your mouth. I wanted 14 of them stat! You won't regret your experience here. Try to make reservations in advance and enjoy!

    Annie P.

    We took advantage of Parents Night Out and dined here with another couple. Since there were 4 of us, we went with the dine-in menu since there were 4 dishes across each course (To Start..., ...Then..., ...And Then..., To Finish). The shared tasting menu was fun and encouraged us to try every dish. The presentation was thoughtful and the flavors were creative without feeling overly experimental. They also offered a wine pairing along with the dine-in menu but we opted to try their cocktails instead. Standout dishes included the tuna crudo (the wasabi avocado was such a great touch!), lamb shank (literally fell apart once we cut it), and milk chocolate tart (I welcome the charred marshmallow gelato!). The menu changes seasonally and there are some choices that may stay the same, but most dishes are rotated for the most part. The service was attentive and well-paced, and the ambiance struck a nice balance between upscale and intimate. Overall, I thought it was a unique dining experience that's worth trying, especially for a special night out or a date night.

    Chocolate tart
    Lauren S.

    I don't think it's possible to explain how much I love this restaurant in one review. I tried it for the first time in 2024 when visiting my best friend and it was my one request when I made my visit again this weekend -- so you're getting an updated write-up. After a pretty horrendous travel day (3 hours sitting on a runway) and panic texts unsure if we were going to make it, walking in and being able to have the dining experience I had been dreaming of all week made up for it. From the hostess to our bartender/server Nick, everyone who works there is top notch and makes you feel like a regular. And the food. My god this food. We ate so much and I would recommend everything but please do not leave without having the lamb that's crusted in falafel (yes, you read that right), that made my part Middle Eastern heart melt. Dessert you also need to get the cheesecake and the olive oil cake and the chocolate tart. All three. Don't skip one but also I listed them in my order of top top to next top in case you are too full. If I lived in DC I would have a standing monthly reservation here.

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    Ask the Community - Rooster & Owl

    Whete do we park?

    There is street parking, but sometimes its hard to find parking on the street. If you go later in the evening there is high chance to get a spot but during rush dinner time mostly you have to walk a bit after parking.

    Are there heaters for patio seating during the winter?

    Yes. I was there last week and heaters outside.

    How long does the serving last usually 1hr or 2hr? Just trying coordinate after dinner plans.

    Is there bar seating available?

    Yes

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