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    4.2 (105 reviews)
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    SAPODILLA’S ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Intimate
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Shrimp and pumpkin roti
    Katie N.

    I came here with a friend after having the Ft Washington location. These are definitely two different vibes. The food here is a bit more American fusion versus being all the way Caribbean authentic like the Ft Washington location. However, the food at this location is still very good and full of a ton of flavor. We got the cos fritters and wings to share, along with the shrimp and pumpkin roti, goat roti, and rum cake. Everything was very good and the food came out rather quickly. Everything also had an appropriate level of spice. The service was also great, we were seated promptly at arrival, and were checked in on numerous times. Highly recommend!

    Oxtails with rice and cabbage
    Brandi B.

    I've been to Sapodilla's For Washington location many times. I was excited to try their DC location and they did not disappoint. I went around lunch time on a Saturday. The portion size of the oxtails was filling and they were delicious! The service was great. I'll definitely be back!

    Brittany R.

    Sapodillas came correct with all plates served. I had the jerk oysters, mango wings, oxtail and snapper dish. I cant grouse about a single matter. Each dish was cooked with tender love and care. I prefer my wings fried hard but nonetheless no crumbs were left. The jerk oysters will have you begging for more. Being that sapodillas is Guyanese owned I thought the music Played would have been culture based, I was surprised to hear commercial pop music but they changed the genre at our request. CANT WAIT TO RETURN FOR THOSE JERK OYSTERS. On my Daddy!!

    Shawn H.

    Friday night in Southeast and I needed somewhere to land. Sapadillas did not disappoint. I walked in and the DJ was already going, the place was packed, and there were still people waiting to be seated. That's the kind of energy that tells you something before you even sit down. Two levels, a bar on the first floor, plenty of seating once things moved along. Here's the part that made me smile: happy hour is all day on Fridays. ALL day. I got a margarita with Sorrow in it (yes, that's the liqueur and yes it was delicious), brussels sprouts, and char grilled oysters. Everything on the happy hour menu was $12. Twelve dollars. I ordered the tamarind BBQ wings to go and I need you to understand that once I got home and opened that bag, it was over. Fried perfectly, sweet, sticky, and absolutely worth whatever guilt you're carrying. I'm already plotting a return visit for the oxtails. Now, Lamar. The bartender on duty that evening deserves his flowers. Within two minutes of me sitting down, I had water and a placemat in front of me. He stayed attentive the entire time without hovering, checked in on everyone around him, and genuinely made the experience feel cared for. The rest of the staff that came around were just as friendly and on point. If you're in Southeast DC and looking for a spot with good vibes, good food, and staff that actually shows up, Sapadillas is it. I will be back.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    Happy hour food menu
    Ama A.

    All day happy hour on Friday is definitely unmatched. The menu did not disappoint at all. For dinner, we ordered the chow mein and the salmon--I actually saw this place on TikTok, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. Both dishes were so good. We also tried the escovitch fish, which was very tasty. It was a little small for the market price, but the flavors were definitely there--nothing was left on the bone. Highly recommend, and I will definitely be back. We went on a Friday when there was a live DJ, which added to the great atmosphere. At times the music was a bit loud and made it hard to have a conversation, but the DJ was playing great music. If the volume were lowered just a little, it would be the perfect balance.

    Fabiola S.

    I absolutely love this place! When you walk in, it is beautiful the Guyanese flag and inspired art. The food was absolutely incredible. We had oxtails and whole red snapper. The drinks were made so deliciously. Everything felt so authentic and well-made. There are no complaints! The service was great as well. Our server was attentive to us

    Jerk Chicken Sandwich w/ French Fries
    Carla R.

    Always enjoy visiting my friends at Sapodilla's. They recently celebrated one-year of bringing elevated Caribbean vibes to the amazing Anacostia neighborhood. My favorite dishes are the Tamarind BBQ wings and the Branzino. After visiting more than a few times, I happily tried something new when I noticed updates to the menu. The Jerk Chicken Sandwich was delicious, not overwhelmingly spicy, and full of flavor. The meat could've been a bit more tender, but overall I enjoyed the sandwich. The fries were made to perfection. Ask for TJ and Lamar when you visit because both will take great care of you while you sit and enjoy the Caribbean flair, including the amazing music that's sure to make you want to dance.

    Victoria T.

    I love Carribbean food so Sapodilla's has been on my list for some time now. I was able to swing by their happy hour a few weeks ago. My friend and I stuck to the happy hour menu and got the beef patty, hot honey shrimp basket, and jerk/mango habenero wings. The restaurant wasnt too busy when we were seated, so we were definitely perplexed with how slow the service was. It appeared that only 2 waiters were working all the tables and they looked overwhelmed. Food was okay but nothing special. I would recommend sapodilla's rum punch if you want a strong drink. (Beware: the haitian rum will definitely hit you). I won't write them off completely until I try the brunch or full dinner menu, but Sapodilla's definitely has room for improvement.

    Oxtails
    K N.

    Came here for brunch on a Sunday, we didn't have a reservation so my friend and I sat at the bar. At the time our bartender was Dwayne he was personable and helped us navigate the menu. I got the oxtails and an order of plantains. The flavor of the oxtails was amazing, I wish they were a tad bit more tender but I'd order them again for sure. My friend had the omelette with grab which he devoured so I'm going to say it was good as well. I'd definitely visit again and look forward to trying new items.

    Capri L.

    Hey friends! I met a friend here for dinner. I did some Yelp research for a Black-owned spot with great vibes in DC and this spot came highly recommended. On Fridays, they have all-day happy hour, amazing! We ordered a few items off of the happy hour menu. The beef patties were enjoyable, we wished it was a bit spicier. The fried shrimp and french fries stole the show! The shrimp were golden, huge & well-seasoned. Fries were the perfect balance of crispy exterior and soft interior. Our beef patties took a while to come out, so our server gave us complimentary coco bread while we waited. The coco bread was delicious! The texture was amazingly soft, our only distaste was that the bread lacked moisture. Drinks were strong! We ordered two Rum Punches. Not overly sweet, perfect balance of flavor and bartender was generous with the liquor. -Great atmosphere. Dim lighting. Great music, not too loud. Nice decor. -Street parking. -Happy hour prices were affordable. -Customer service was amazing, Lamar was our server and bartender he's the best! This spot will definitely stay in my rotation for good happy hour dates. I hope you enjoy!

    Ashleigh T.

    We visited Sapodillas on a Tuesday evening with no reservations. I have had this restaurant on my hit list for a few months so I was super excited to visit. The bar was full but the dining tables were wide open. We were seated in the dining area and our server came right away. We both ordered a spirit. Mine had far too much soda so it was watered down. For food we went with the mango habanero wings, spinach, cabbage, sweet potato fries and Mac & cheese. The wings didn't really have the sauce on them it ran onto the plate and left the first few flavorless. The cabbage was one the dry side, the spinach was too salty but the Mac and cheese was perfect. The sweet potato fries were on the dry side. Overall I think the place is cute, cozy and has a good vibe. I was hoping for more in terms of the food. Such a great addition for this area!

    Upstairs of venue
    Candice H.

    I attended a birthday event here and the staff was beyond accommodating. Every couple of minutes you saw their staff picking up glassware or tidying up after guests. I would highly recommend for events. My friend had about 50+ guests upstairs. There were not enough coat racks upstairs but draping over the railing is fine. The food was delicious. I especially loved the lamb burger, beef patty, and chickpeas. Chefs kiss. The bar staff was on it and moving swiftly with the amount of people they were servicing. Can't wait to return for a dinner or lunch meal.

    Bar
    P B.

    Best dinner experience ever. Dinner was an excellent experience led by the wonderful "Earl the pearl". We started our evening with a Lychee Martini and smoked coconut old fashioned, fantastic craft cocktails. The butternut squash soup was delicious, thick and rich. The Caesar salad is a table side presentation and just as delicious. Our entrees were the curry snapper and the lemon pepper snapper. We couldn't decide who made the better choice. They were both amazing. We ended the evening with the flambe' bananas, another table side presentation. The pianist, Rufus was great, and the entire staff was warm and welcoming. The property is beautiful, and the building is a showpiece of art and antique pieces. We can't wait to come back and do the exact same thing again!

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    Food is delicious. Service is amazing. The vibe is great. I would recommend anyone and everyone to come in and have a ball.

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