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    4.5 (2.5k reviews)
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    Sea bass
    Janelle T.

    What an experience! The staff was so friendly and you can tell they really enjoy working at this restaurant. Every dish was brought out by a very enthusiastic member of the staff and they all presented it with a background story. The food was truly very original in taste which was what I enjoyed the most. The lychee salad was nothing I ever had before, full of flavors, and a combination of textures/flavors that I never would've thought to put together (it was delicious nonetheless!). Also, one of my family members does eat pork so they brought out a lychee salad with impossible meat so he would not be be left out - I thought that was so thoughtful! The ambiance was very quaint. It felt very down home south/bed and breakfast vibes. The bread pudding was also amazing (forgot to get a pic bc we couldn't stop eating it!)

    Jamel V.

    I've been to Rose's a few times when it first opened so when the menu was à la carte. Now there's a preset menu and LITERALLY everything was a hit! No notes. Service was excellent and the food was definitely a surprise and delight one thing after another. The restaurant didn't feel so loud that we couldn't hear each other at the table which was nice because we got to discuss the food with one another as it came out. Definitely enjoyed the surprise dishes sent out and we tried everything on the menu without feeling stuffed.

    Miso Glazed Sea Bass
    Nessa R.

    Whoa! Dining at this Michelin‑starred restaurant felt like stepping into a world where precision, creativity, and hospitality are treated as an art form. From the moment I arrived, the staff struck the perfect balance between warmth and professionalism, guiding the experience without ever overshadowing it. We met so many new faces with each presentation of each masterpiece. Reservations are hard to come by, so when my bestie reserved weeks in advance the only table available was bar seating! So bar seating it was! (It actually was not bad!) Each course was a thoughtful composition, visually striking, technically flawless, and layered with flavors that unfolded gradually rather than shouting for attention. The chef's commitment to seasonality was unmistakable; ingredients tasted as though they'd been chosen at their absolute peak. One standout dish combined unexpected elements in a way that felt both daring and harmonious, a reminder of why Michelin recognition is earned, not given. We will get into that later! The pacing of the meal was impeccable, allowing time to savor each plate while maintaining a sense of anticipation. Speciality drinks were recommend and elevated the experience. The ambiance was understated yet elegant, creating a calm backdrop that let the food take center stage. Every detail, from the lighting to the atmosphere felt intentional. Overall, this restaurant delivers more than a meal; it offers a curated journey. It's the kind of dining experience that lingers in your memory long after the final course, and one that fully justifies its Michelin star. Furthermore, for those that think small portions cannot fill you, WRONG! I was so stuffed and didn't eat all the pastas. Price: PreFixe menu $128 a person An added fee for compensation for the employees. 3.75% With drinks (several) this bday meal was well over $400! Not cheap but sooooo worth it! Thanks to my bestie for the best meal this bday! Before we get into the dishes, let me just say this: Most women don't like a man who has too many female friends (ew) they want someone exclusive, someone not for everyone. But this restaurant? It is for everyone, and somehow still makes you feel like the experience was crafted just for you. That's its magic. Let's get into it! Rose's bread service pull‑apart milk bread with miso honey butter. YUMMERS The pork and lychee salad the one & only! A must‑order!!!!! Super charred cabbage with champagne sauce & parmesan. Delicious! Pasta en papillote aromatic, delicate, and beautifully executed. YUM! Miso‑glazed sea bass , a tribute to chefs nobu & robuchon a fusion of two iconic dishes from French chef Joël Robuchon and Japanese chef Nobu Matsuhisa bold, refined, and unforgettable. To die for!

    Matt F.

    Words cannot describe how incredible this experience was. From the second we sat down to the very last bite, every moment was perfection. The food... oh my... such great creative combinations THAT WORK. The coconut sorbet with caviar absolutely floored me, it should not have worked nearly as well as it did. The pork and lychee salad was divine, easily the best salad I have ever had. Every single thing we ate was a home run, the menu is an absolute smash. Most importantly, the service was as good as service can get. No matter who our server was on a particular dish, every single person was so friendly and personable, having a conversation and really getting to know their diners (especially our main server Rob!). I cannot recommend this place enough, we will certainly be back when we return to DC. Highly recommend sitting at the chefs counter and watching the action!

    Hannah H.

    One of my favorite meals in DC. I wish I could eat here once a week. It's quirky, it's weird and it's always delicious. Their pork lychee salad was my favorite dish - it's odd in a good way.

    Adult Happy Meal
    Rolonda D.

    I went to Rose's Luxury for my birthday and had an excellent time! One thing about roses is that you will never leave hungry. Rose's Luxury has a prix-fix 5 course menu that allows you to choose dishes either for the table or per person for each course. We started off with their bread service which was a truffle madeline which had a good balance between the umami of the truffle with the sweetness of the madeline dough. For our appetizers we got the pro and lychee salad and the asparagus with pineapple aioli. Both appetizers were excellent. The pork and lychee salad is one of Rose's Luxury's signature dishes for good reason. The pork pairs nicely with all the accompanying flavors like lychee, red onion, coconut milk and other garnishes. The asparagus with pineapple aioli was also really tasty. For pasta we got the colonne pompeii and the Tteokbokki with vodka sauce. These dishes had a sweeter profile. The Colonee Pompeii was made with Sweet Pea Cream with feta and mint. The feta helped balance out the sweetness of the cream based sauce and added a nice touch of saltiness. The Tteokbokki reminded me of the Korean version of the dish but elevated and was a nice addition to our meal. For our protein we ordered the fried pork which was a large pork cutlet that was battered, deep fried and topped with a honey mustard based sauce. I didn't eat too much of this at the restaurant because I was starting to get full but I enjoyed it when I had it for breakfast with a fried egg the next day. We also got the adult happy meal which is a wagyu cheeseburger and fries, topped with truffles and served over a cheese based sauce on a sizzling skillet. I loved the cheese sauce and our waitress was nice enough to pack up the leftovers to take home. For dessert we got the Tres Leches Cake which was made with coconut milk and added a nice twist to the classic recipe. Overall the service and food at Roses Luxury was great and I will definitely be back!

    Fried Chicken
    Antoninette B.

    Such an amazing restaurant and experience! It's very cozy and lowkey inside, the staff is incredibly warm and inviting, and it feels very un-pretentious for Michelin restaurant. I recommend sitting at the bar and doing the Choose Your Own Adventure menu. It's a lot of food and really worth it for the price ($128 per person so a nice special occasion dinner but for sure a lot of food). I also loved doing the wine pairing! All we tried were awesome and really elevated the experience (it's an additional $75 I believe). Some of the food highlights were the Pork and Lychee Salad (incredible!!), the Tuna Tartare Avocado, Cacio e Pepe, Fried Chicken, and all of the desserts (Strawberry Mousse and Fried Bread Pudding). It's a really worth it experience for a nice dinner that feels warm and leaves you full and wanting to come back! Worth it for the money and a super cool experience.

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    Iris P.

    Roses Luxury in Capitol Hill has been on my bucket list for months. I finally got to check it off for my birthday. The first word that comes to mind to describe the meal is: FUN. Styled as a "choose your own adventure", as a party of five we tried everything on the menu. Every time a dish came out, we pulled out our cameras to capture its whimsical yet ornate presentation. We began with cubes of soft Japanese milk bread with miso garlic butter. It breaks apart into wispy cloud-like strands In our first course, our favorite was the pork & lychee salad--tender umami pieces and bursts of juicy sweetness, cut by the sharpness of raw onion. The restaurant brought out complimentary plates of roasted cauliflower, as if they were a long time friend. Look, I LOVE cauliflower. My night was already made. Out of the pastas, Colonne Pompeii was the star of the show. Majestic spirals turned green by sweet pea and mint, flourished with feta and violet flowers. We couldn't resist the miso glazed cod on a bed of decadent potato puree inspired by Chefs Nobu and Robuchon. For dessert, get the mousse. Dig past a layer of sliced strawberries to reach soft, airy whipped cream. As it melts in your mouth, surprise fireworks will burst -- ah, pop rocks!

    Polina S.

    Charming place with a truly unique vibe! Everything is in the best way - and incredibly delicious. Our whole group was impressed, and the caviar ice cream was absolutely amazing!! ;)

    Jessica O.

    Was only able to secure upstairs bar dining, but didn't realize we had to sit at the bar itself, instead of at a neighboring table. The food itself was good. Loved the bread! Service was ok. It felt like there was a long time in between dishes, unevenly paced. I really enjoyed the pork and lychee salad, the blooming green onion was ok, but wouldn't order again. Same with the pasta en papillote, just ok. The tteokbokki pomodoro was also very good. My drink was really good. I'd come back to give it another shot, but maybe not right away.

    Derek C.

    Have been dying to try Roses for probably the last decade and finally got to try it, but felt super let down by the food. It is honestly way too expensive for what it is and semi laughable that they have a Michelin star. We recently ate at Albi and in no world is this restaurant on the same level as that. This was $380 after tax and tip for two with a drink each and at most should be at the $250 price point. Service was excellent so no negatives on that. The food is fine, but lacks any oomph to take it over the hump to be great. Bread and butter; warm, but just in general fine. Tuna tartare in an avocado; what the heck, tuna fine I guess, but guac/avocado literally tastes like Sodexo out of a bag. The star pork and lychee salad; fine, but honestly tastes like any starter appetizer salad you could get at a half decent Thai restaurant. Pastas; fine. Roasted cauliflower; forgettable and nothing special. Miso cod; well cooked, but again nothing new or pushing boundaries. Yeah maybe I just don't get the appeal of this restaurant or its best days are behind it. I'd be less critical if it didn't have a Michelin star, but to rank it equivalent to Albi and Nakazawa is a crime. I don't recommend coming.

    Kathy T.

    Writing this review a bit late...but this restaurant was my first Michelin experience and it definitely lives up to the hype. My cousin treated me out to this place for my birthday and the service was top notch! We got seated at the bar and they gave some extra dishes and desserts for my birthday! At the end of the meal, they even gave us a tote bag!! As for the food, everything was absolutely delicious. The lychee salad was something different but the sweet and savory definitely worked. My favorite dishes for this menu rotation was definitely the sweet pea pasta and the tuna tartare with avocado. Presentation of the meals and service was spot on. I can't wait to come back and take others to try out this place!

    Lychee Salad
    Antonia N.

    We had a lovely anniversary dinner at Rose's Luxury last night. Not only was the food luxurious, but so was the service! Even though it's a Michelin rated restaurant, it feels approachable and not stuffy at all. The menu is quirky and fun. I mean... they have an adult Happy Meal and "slightly ridiculously sized desserts." Love it. I really appreciated how much they accommodated our food preferences. They even wrote me a menu to show what was spicy and not. It was very helpful! They also started our dinner with a complimentary Prosecco. Now the food. Their truffled Madeline's were divine. Super crispy on the edges and soft in the middle. The truffles didn't overpower them at all. Wish I had 2 more! I didn't know what to expect with their lychee and pork salad. Honestly, it sounded weird to me - but we gave it a shot. The flavor of the sweet lychee with the salty pork, crunchy garlic and peanuts, and herbs all worked well together. I'm not sure I would order it again, but I'm glad I tried it! We enjoyed their whimsical tuna tartare that looks like an avocado. For pasta, we enjoyed their "the Bear" pasta but the Colonne Pompeii was a standout. The pea purée sauce was so creamy and the long spiral pasta was fun to eat. For entrees, we had to try their Nobu/Robuchon cod and the adult happy meal. The cod was a bit tough, but flavorful. The potatoes were insanely rich! Good for a bite or 2, but I don't think I could eat more than that. The burger was delicious! The Waygu was smashed nicely with melty American cheese. But, there was a topping that was a bit too sweet for us on top. The fries were crispy and salty - like fast food fries. For dessert - we didn't love the sticky toffee pudding. It was dense and the spicy sauce on the side was strange to us. But, overall it was a really interesting New American meal!!

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    Hello! Is there an a la carte menu currently (have reservations for Feb 2025) or it is pre-fix only?

    The times I've been you've been able to order a la carte or do the pre-fix. Specific days like holidays are pre-fix only, but you should be ok on that day.

    Are there gluten free options?

    Yes, plus the menu changes frequently. I know there was a gluten free dessert the night we were there.

    Hello, My parents are Bengal Muslims, so they don't do pork or shellfish/oysters/raw fish. I'd love to bring them here for Mom's birthday -- Would you say you have enough alternatives for them? Sadly no pork/lychee salad for 🥲.

    Absolutely! Highly highly suggest the vegan "pork" and lychee version it is amazing! Many halal versions. And you can get the whole fried whitefish too!

    Reservations are $95/person. Does this include the $85/person meal? Or is the total meal with reservation = $180/person?

    Hi Jeff, Our Choose Your Own Adventure Menu is $95 per person which includes our unlimited bread… Read more

    I have reservations for the garden bar. Do they still seat you if it is raining?

    Hi Jeanni, Thanks for reaching out. The Garden Bar is a section in the restaurant located in our… Read more

    How dressy? Nice jeans & Tennies or dress ?casual

    Nice jeans and stylish casual shoes are fine (no running shoes) are fine

    Where do people park when dining here? We're going on a Saturday evening and are worried about not finding a place to park.

    There is street parking but it can be tough to find around the area.

    What day and time do advance reservations get released now?

    30 days in advance of the date you want.

    What is a better dinner experience, the bar or dinning room?

    Our Indoor Garden bar has 6 seats in our interior courtyard in the dining room. It's less of a bar vibe and more of a dining room feel with bar height and high-back comfy chairs. The Chef’s counter has 8 seats also bar height with high back cozy… Read more

    I am,thinking of bring my niece here for dinner but she only has 1.5 block of time? Is that enough on a Tuesday night?

    I went on a Tuesday back in February with a total of three people and we only waited about 10 minutes for a table. It was probably around 7:00pm. They also have same day reservations available starting at 9:00am on their website, might be worth… Read more

    What time do the same-day online reservations open up?

    9 am on the dot.

    If I'm towards the front of the line, can I choose when to be seated? Or do I have to be seated at 5?

    You can choose to be seated at a later time!

    What is the average price per person (menu prices seem reasonable but everyone says $$$)? Thanks!

    I went with 5ppl and we tasted almost everything on the menu and it was about $70 per person.

    Are we allowed to actually order what we want now - I remember back when it was all hype n stuff in 2016, they made whatever they wanted for you without asking?

    The menu changes a lot but there is a menu when you sit down and you can order what you want. My friend is gluten sensitive and they were able to modify the menu pretty much on the spot to accommodate her.

    Does this place still have a line even before it opens?

    Not always! I went on a Monday and there was no line. I was advised to go on a Monday and it worked out.

    Did they change the rules for the bar stools (upstairs), I'm being told I need to give up my seat for people on a waiting list. I thought bar seats were first come first serve?

    The bar stools upstairs or downstairs? The ones downstairs are seated.

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    $$$$

    Spouse and I were gifted $200 last year to use here, and we finally used the gift certificate after…read morea year. Bottom line: superior atmosphere and service, excellent food, WAY overpriced. Not sure I would return; I would definitely return if someone else was paying (e.g., corporate expense account). We reserved for dinner on a winter Saturday night. We found street parking and walked over. The restaurant is inside the Waldorf Astoria hotel, formerly the Trump hotel, formerly the Old Post Office. Finding the entrance was annoying and challenging. The entrance is from Pennsylvania Avenue a half-block east of 12th Street NW, between 11-12th streets. It's a small driveway leading to the actual hotel entrance and a reception hall. Wish we had known. Upon entering the hotel, the architecture strikes you. Soaring atrium that soars up 10 or so stories. Festive, beautiful, striking. The restaurant takes up the entire left side of the lobby. The restaurant has a lower and upper level. We were seated on the lower level, behind the reception desk. That was a bit annoying but did not detract from our evening. The good part was the view of the lobby which definitely enhanced our experience. Had we been seated in the upper level, there were no tables remaining on the outer veranda with the view, so we would have been seated in an interior area with no view up. So we were fine. Extensive menu with signature cocktails and a lovely wine list. Limited number of by-the-glass wines (as is expected), maybe 20 wines total which is not bad. We both had margaritas with salt foam which were delicious and original. I also enjoyed a fino sherry pre-dinner, outstanding. With our meal we both had Rioja red wines which were excellent. The food choices are too many to list. They offer two tasting menus which look amazing. We are pescatarians and so we could not order the tasting menus, we could eat maybe 1/3 of the items offered. If I was a meat eater there is no question I'd do the tasting menu. The server suggested 6-10 dishes for two people, these are small taste plates, with any item being 1-3 bites. So small. Some of the items we ordered: mini Waldorf salads served in small chervil leaves Ceviche served in a dragon fruit (cobia, cherry hibiscus air, pecans, avocado) Neptunes pillows, which is spicy tuna on airbread (sesame rocoto, spicy tuna, fresh wasabi) Pau Gasol Potatoes, which is a tube of potato with caviar (fried potatoes, labneh, cured egg yolk, Ossetra caviar) Brussels sprouts with foam (lemon pith puree, apricots, green grapes and apples, lemon air) Honey miso eggplant, the winner of the evening for me. honey-miso glaze, masago pearls, preserved lemon, pine nuts, sesame Salmon cooked in a parchment-like thing, super flavorful Ora King "en Papillote" Ora King Salmon, sauce alcaparrado, crispy quinoa Japanese peaches and burrata. Every item was good. The brussels sprouts were tender and not what I expected and were ok in my opinion, these were the only item that I would not order again. The ceviche, Neptune pillows, Pau Gasol potatoes, and honey miso eggplant were truly outstanding. We also had coffee with our dessert, basque cheesecake, which was outstanding. Our server was outstanding and added to our evening. Responsive, caring, smart, highly enjoyable. When the evening ended, the total bill (including an automatic 20% service fee which seems fair) was $379. We turned toward each other and said, "How did the two of us just eat $400 worth of food?" We don't feel we went overboard at all on food or drink, so this is pretty darn pricey. As wonderful as the food and service and location are, that's a heck of a lot of money so the value is questionable. Ratings: Service and Atmosphere 5, Food 4, Value 3.

    Writing a review for Bazaar by Jose Andres is like writing "A Tale of Two Cities." It was the best…read moreof times, it was the worst of times. This restaurant has a dining room that is as beautiful and impressive as any in DC. The architecture of the Waldorf Astoria Hotel (the Old Post Office Pavilion) is stunning. The crystal chandeliers shimmer, the furnishings are top notch, fancy even. The atmosphere could not be better. Likewise the food shines. Each dish outshone the one before. We started with the oxtail croquettes and they set the standard very high. The meat was luscious, luxurious even; the crust was perfectly crispy and crunchy. Then on to the she-crab soup. OMG it was to die for. The flavor was intense, like a crab bomb exploded in our mouths. We scraped the sides of the little bowls to get every drop. Our main dish was the beef tenderloin Rossini and this was easily among the best steaks I have ever had. Cutting the steak was easy because it was so tender. And the seared foie gras on top made it heavenly. So, to keep with my opening concept, the atmosphere of the dining room and the quality of the food were "the best of times." What was "the worst of times?" The service. It is hard to imagine food this good coming from a staff that is so unprofessional, uninspired, uninterested, unfocused. The staff - all of them - seemingly had no interest in providing top notch service. We waited to be approached. We waited for our drinks. We waited for our food; indeed, one of our courses never arrived. Never have I had such great food and such bad service all at the same time. Ronny was our waiter and, to be honest, he was not good. But everyone who we interacted with was bad so, I can only conclude, that this terrible service is what Jose Andres intended. And all of this at a meal that is VERY expensive. My spouse and I talked about the pricing. When you dine out, are you paying for the food only, or for the food and the service? The answer, of course, is that you are paying for both. So, while I do NOT mind paying a lot for a meal, I do want and expect that the food and the service will be somewhat equivalent to the price I have paid. At Bazaar Meat, that did not happen. Maybe the service lacked polish and professionalism because of the 20% tip that was automatically added onto the bill. They did not have to work hard for a tip since it was automatic. Sure, you could decrease the tip - it even said that at the bottom of the credit card slip. But would you ever do that? Not likely. So, that is my "A Tale of Two Cities" review of Bazaar Meat. Food and atmosphere, GREAT! Service, TERRIBLE! Do I recommend Bazaar Meat? No. Will I return? No.

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    Bazaar Meat by José Andrés - Inside seating

    Inside seating

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    Taco

    Bazaar Meat by José Andrés - Upstairs seating overlooking the Waldorf Astoria lobby

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    Upstairs seating overlooking the Waldorf Astoria lobby

    AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill - Asparagus with quail egg

    AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill

    4.5(2.4k reviews)
    0.1 miCapitol Hill
    $$$

    Our company division recently hosted a team offsite in the DMV area, and to encourage us to meet…read morenew colleagues, we were placed into small groups of 10-12 people where a local colleague selected a restaurant for the group. I chose Ambar for my group, and I'm very pleased with our selection. Food Most of our group had dietary restrictions. Several of us were gluten free, and one person was both nut and seafood free. Ambar did an excellent job curating a menu that worked for everyone without making anyone feel like an afterthought. We opted for the Chef's Table experience, which included a spread tasting with veggie sticks and a variety of dishes that were clearly labeled and thoughtfully prepared: * Bean hummus - GF / DF / NF * Ajvar - GF / DF / NF * Balkan salad - GF / DF / NF (one prepared without feta cheese) * Baby carrots - GF / DF / NF (one prepared without tofu sauce) * Roasted peppers - GF / DF / NF * Cauliflower - GF / DF / NF * Baked beans - GF / DF / NF * Roasted lamb - GF / DF / NF * Stuffed pork belly "Sarma" - GF / DF / NF * Brussels sprouts - GF / DF / NF (one prepared without yogurt and bacon) * Seafood platter Everything was flavorful, well-seasoned, and beautifully presented. The meal was so delicious that I didn't even manage to get photos of everything, which rarely happens for me. Just know we dined very well and left completely satisfied. Service The staff was wonderful from start to finish. From the event team member who served as our account manager, to the chef, to the servers and wait staff, everyone was attentive and accommodating. They handled our dietary needs with care and professionalism and made sure our group felt taken care of throughout the evening. Pricing We paid a set fee that we were able to negotiate, and the final rate wasn't too bad for a group experience like this. Just keep in mind that there is an admin fee, a 20% gratuity, and taxes added on top, so be sure to factor that into your planning if you're booking a group event. Overall, I'd absolutely recommend Ambar for group dining, especially if you have guests with dietary restrictions. They made coordination easy, delivered great food, and created a memorable dining experience for our team.

    Food? Fantastic Service? Impeccable (Sierra, you rock!!)…read moreAtmosphere? Chill; a perfect lazy-Sunday brunch vibes (music at the perfect volume for talking, tables not too close together, Spanish-style decor) HIGHLY recommend!!!

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    AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill - Third floor bar

    Third floor bar

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    Meat pie

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    Jaleo

    Jaleo

    3.8(2.7k reviews)
    1.8 miPenn Quarter
    $$$

    I've eaten here several times now and each time everything, food, wine selection, service, and…read moreambiance, was on point.

    I met up with a few friends here after attending the nearby escape room…read more Jaleo has been on my list for a long time. I love Jose Andres and have been to a couple of his restaurants. The restaurant was packed. So for sure get a reservation if you can. First things first, the restaurant is beautiful. The art, the menus, the ambiance. Just a really great hangout spot. Our server was really knowledgeable and friendly. As for the food , unfortunately, i didn't have anything that blew me away. My mini hamburger/Ibérico de bellota mini hamburguesa was actually my favorite item. Very juicy and flavorful. Though $13.00 for one slider was a bit much. My least favorite was the rabbit confit with apricot puree/Conejo en salmorejo con puré de albaricoques. I was excited about this because I can't recall the last time I've ever had rabbit but I think it was the texture of the puree that took away from the dish. Coming in at the middle was the seafood paella. I know it's one of the restaurants headlining menu items but I found the seasoning inconsistent. The rice seemed a bit salty and the shrimp was pretty bland. Combining it to balance it out didn't yield the flavor I was hoping for. Weirdly enough, if I went back and the table ordered it again, I definitely wouldn't mind but probably wouldn't get it myself unless my companions were interested. All in all, I'm not opposed to trying other items on the menu should I know anyone who would like to visit though I can't say it hooked me enough for me to go on my own accord

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    Zaytinya

    Zaytinya

    4.2(6.3k reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$$

    I made reservations for Sunday Brunch and was looking forward to experiencing another Jose Andres…read morerestaurant. We were seated immediately by the matra-dee before our reservation time slot. The decor is open and airy and there's a large patio if you prefer to dine alfresco. We wanted a variety of items and began with Hummus, smoked beet salata and baba ghanoush. Followed by Crispy brussels afelia, Chicken shakshouka, Soujouk pide and shish taouk. For dessert we enjoyed Greek yogurt with apricots and olive oil cake with champagne. The presentation of all the entree's were plated professionally, tasted outstanding, and service from our waiter was on point. I highly recommend this restaurant by Jose Andres.

    Placed a large order via Uber Eats since restaurant will not accept takeout orders directly…read more Restaurant does not allow any specifications when ordering through Uber Eats - for example, one person wanted one ingredient held from her salad. Uber Eats lacked description for Zaytinya's food items (such as the ounces of the drinks) and some items (such as the horta salata) were not as pictured. There were no extra napkins in our bag. The Coke came in bottles but we didn't receive any bottle openers. To top it off, we had three food items missing. I called the restaurant again to let them know about the missing food - they were unapologetic and didn't know what the proper protocol was to fix the situation. The service was subpar and the servings were small. Won't be back. The next day we had food delivered from another local restaurant where both the food and service were outstanding, unlike at Zaytinya. UPDATE: After writing the Yelp review, a general manager at Zaytinya emailed me the following: "..."The restaurant normally offers takeout, but the location was actually closed that day for a private event. However, since the order had come through, we tried to honor it. The mujadara and 2 orders of rice were missing because we hadn't prepped those items, as they were not offered for the buyout..." The restaurant knew on Friday what I was ordering for Tuesday. They had plenty of time to reach out to me and tell me they would be closed and wouldn't be able to fulfill the order. Instead, they knowingly sent out an order without all of the food for our group and charged as if we received everything. This shows a lack of professionalism and is disrespectful.

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    AMBAR Restaurant, Clarendon - Cheese pie

    AMBAR Restaurant, Clarendon

    4.3(2.2k reviews)
    5.3 mi
    $$$

    I can't believe I haven't heard more people talking about Ambar in DC/Clarendon! We went to the…read moreClarendon location for dinner yesterday and it was absolutely incredible. They offer an all-you-can-eat dinner menu (plus brunch), and every single thing we tried was delicious. We were a party of two and definitely overstuffed ourselves trying as much as we could Honestly, I think 3-4 people would be the perfect group size so you can share everything and sample more dishes comfortably. The food came out quickly, tapas-style, which made the whole experience even better. Great price for the amount and quality of food, excellent service, and such a fun ambiance. The decor was also super cute. I really liked that they had a large disability ramp as well.

    Came here for the first time on Mother's Day Mother's Day. They ran a special three dish Mother's…read moreDay to their brunch experience for $49.99. When we walked in, we thought it was gonna be packed because there were no reservations on OpenTable however they were able to see us right away. A very nice touch to add a stem of Rose for the women. I would say that I gave it a lower star rating not because the food was bad. It was actually delicious, but probably the experience itself. The restaurant felt chaotic, and even though all the tables were not completely packed of course there were flowers everywhere people gathering with grandmother's mother's children, etc We were seated in a two people table and all the top past dishes started to pile up very quickly. Instead of monitoring, the progress of the finished dishes and removing those dishes due to space constraint, the dishes came from the kitchen, almost on top of one another, and at one point I had to hold a dish in my hand in order to make space to put a dish on top of another flatbread pan/dish, making things super chaotic. Also dishes had to be put on top of the menu because in order to order additional food, you need to leave at least one copy of the menu at the table. Overall, again the flavors and taste were good, though I might have had similar dishes from other places, and my partner commented that some of it is actually very close to the Capital One landing at DCA. I would just say that it was more due to the chaos and just the way that all the dishes piled up on top of us we felt like we were we had to eat super quickly so that we could stack dishes ourselves and create room at the table. Also, when serving the dishes were not kept level and basically was slide to the side of the dish, making presentation off

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    AMBAR Restaurant, Clarendon - Interior

    Interior

    AMBAR Restaurant, Clarendon - TG-Sudzuk Flatbread

    TG-Sudzuk Flatbread

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    Palette 22 - Mushroom pan pizza

    Palette 22

    4.4(2.6k reviews)
    5.7 miShirlington
    $$
    Full bar
    Large group friendly

    The food was excellent, and the ambience had a wonderfully eclectic charm. I especially appreciated…read morethe artwork and the painter's style throughout the space. Our server was incredibly helpful and provided top-notch customer service that made the experience even better. Unfortunately, the hostess left a very different impression. They came across as rude and passive-aggressive, which was disappointing since they are the first point of contact for guests. I understand weekends can get busy and stressful, but a more welcoming and professional attitude would greatly improve the overall experience.

    With the block party outside, Palette 22 was one of the many restaurants inundated with people on…read moreCinco de Mayo evening. I was fortunate to find an empty spot at the packed bar. I couldn't get a real feel for the restaurant because of the crowds of people, but I did enjoy the artwork hanging in the bar area. They had $7 margarita specials, and I really should've ordered 2 because it was exactly what I needed. After devouring one order of chili shrimp tacos, I felt another was warranted. The taco shell was a bit inconsistent, soft in some parts and charred/crispy in others. The flavors were exceptional though, with the heat from the chili sauce paired with the shrimp and peanuts.

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    Palette 22 - Inside

    Inside

    Palette 22 - Dark Chocolate Mousse chantilly cream, hazelnut crumble, chocolate sauce

    Dark Chocolate Mousse chantilly cream, hazelnut crumble, chocolate sauce

    Palette 22 - Each table was prepared for the small plate brunch!

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    Each table was prepared for the small plate brunch!

    Rose's Luxury - newamerican - Updated May 2026

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