Yum!! I placed an order with Chopsmith via DoorDash and I am so, so glad I did…read more Either I beat the lunch crowd or they are efficient because my food arrived in 25 minutes and was so very fresh. I ordered the chimichurri steak plate and really enjoyed it. Funnily enough, the chimichurri itself was the least enjoyable item. I didn't love the texture of it (much too coarse) but, fortunately, it was packaged in a small container separate instead of on the steak itself. The salad probably had a bit too much dressing but I had the option to order that on the side so that's on me. Nonetheless, the steak, potatoes, salad, corn, avocado were all excellent. I also added chips, a lemon zest cookie, and a blueberry breeze handcrafted drink. The cookie is big and chewy, unlike others I have had. It's definitely not something to eat in one sitting. The drink was a little blah and nothing I would order again. All in all, very good!

My partner and I came for lunch today and each had a bowl. I got the salmon and avocado bowl with…read moredressing on the side. The salmon was well prepared and the other ingredients were fresh. A delicious bowl. My partner got the Baja bowl (dressing on the side), which they also enjoyed. We were each surprised how big and how filling the bowls were. We ordered a side of hummus ($7.79). It was a nice portion with pita bread, but the hummus was kind of "meh." Texture was good but not much flavor. A disappointment. The beverage bar has an interesting variety of self-serve drinks, including unsweetened tea, tea with pineapple, a mango drink and a drink with a kale base. I tried several of them and mixed some together. It was $4. Worth a try. The place was not crowded when we were there and it's comfortable. Nice upbeat music playing not-too-loudly in the background.

Food was delicious. Really interesting flavor profiles. Good amount of food for price. Bread was…read morefresh, crunchy and delicious. You order on a screen and service was fast. No interaction with staff. Ambiance was chill and relaxed.

Yum yum yum! I've…read morebeen on the hunt to find a good cheesesteak in the area. Opted to order delivery here and was pleasantly surprised. It's a seriously delicious cheesesteak! It had just the right amount of everything. Even the bread was delicious. I'm drooling just writing this. And the waffle fries were great too. Large, crispy, and well seasoned. In sum, was totally happy with my order. Packaged well and delivered hot. And it was packed with yummy goodness!

This is our favorite traditional place to dine in while im Washington DC. On the last day of my…read morestay, my daughter and I came for brunch, which is traditional. The weight was super busy, but we were able to meet a couple on the way in who had a reservation. When we got up to the front, we noticed that the couple ran to the counter at the bar and got seats. When we asked the hostess, how long the wait for a party of two would be she said one hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes. I had to catch my flight so we definitely could not wait that long. Right when we were about leave and walk away, the very kind and nice couple (Montez & Alayna) that we met walking up, told us that they had secured bar seats and that we could take their breakfast brunch dining reservation. THIS WAS A BLESSING! I purchased their first round of drinks because they were generous with their reservation. There are great people in this city, thanks! We were seated right away at a dining table, and the place was packed, as usual. Our server was wonderful. I believe her name was Alisha or Aisha, and she took care of us very well. We ordered: Naan Bread Appetizer, Blueberry Pancakes with Mascarpone, side of chicken sausage, Creme Brûlée French Toast, side of scrambled eggs, and side of Hash browns. For beverages we had coffee and apple juice plus water. Our food came out within 10 to 12 minutes and everything was delicious and amazing. We were so stuffed and really enjoyed our time here. At the end of our reservation the restaurant Manager approached us (named Derek or Ryan) with the gentleman from the couple who gave us his reservation. They surprised us each with a decadent dessert! This was in response to us buying their first round of drinks. The customer service of our server was AMAZING, the food was DELICIOUS, and the surprise desserts were FABULOUS! This is definitely our go-to restaurant in DC. Thank you for another AWESOME experience!! it's about to rain. I see it.

Food: 10/10 | Atmosphere: 10/10 | Service: 2/10…read more The food is EVERYTHING! The service? Not so much. I visited Unconventional Diner on a Monday morning around 10 a.m. to catch up with a longtime friend, and what a culinary experience! The atmosphere is gorgeous! Modern, sleek, and stylish while maintaining that cozy diner charm. Another pleasant surprise? Street parking! I found parking right around the corner, which is a huge plus in D.C., especially when nearby garages charge $20 or more. Now, let's talk FOOD! My friend ordered the Hibiscus Citrus drink, which was refreshing and delicious. I enjoyed fresh decaf coffee served in a wonderful insulated mug that kept it perfectly warm. Loved that thoughtful touch! My friend ordered the fluffy buttermilk pancakes with blueberry-lavender sauce and mascarpone cream. She shared a portion with me, and WOW! The delicate floral notes, bright citrus flavor, and creamy mascarpone were a beautiful combination. Absolutely delicious! Those pancakes are definitely on my list for next time. I ordered the corned beef hash with over-medium eggs. The corned beef tasted incredibly fresh, and the gravy was rich, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. Whoever is running that kitchen deserves their flowers! The food was a solid 10/10. Unfortunately, the service didn't match the quality of the food. Having worked as a server and hostess for many years, I understand the demands of the industry, but I also know how much great hospitality can elevate a dining experience. Our server was inattentive and rarely checked on us. My decaf coffee was mistakenly refilled with regular coffee, requiring a replacement cup. The hostess wasn't particularly welcoming either. Overall, the hospitality was disappointing. What made this especially frustrating was the automatic 20% service charge. Our $61 meal totaled $80.52 after the $12.20 service charge and taxes. I don't mind paying for excellent service, but when a restaurant automatically includes a service charge, the hospitality should reflect that expectation. Would I return? ABSOLUTELY! The food is simply THAT GOOD! The menu is creative, the atmosphere is beautiful, and I'm already looking forward to trying those pancakes again and exploring their cocktail menu. I'm hoping the service was simply an off day. Final verdict: The kitchen understood the assignment! If the front-of-house team could match that same energy, Unconventional Diner would easily become one of my favorite breakfast spots in D.C.!

I got a chicken club wrap, my first time and it was surprisingly delicious. It was light and fresh…read more Consider the thermostat in DC was set on hell that day it was the perfect lunch. The service was nice with the lady that was putting all my stuff in the bowl. The guy doing the actual chopping seemed pretty annoyed that I asked to add cheese at his station. It was my first time and it was a lot taking in all the ingredients. Makes me miss salad and go here in OKC.

Great salad and delightful environment! I had the chicken miso bowl and it was wonderful. Great…read moreflavors and fresh ingredients. Simple, but done right. It was a nice bonus that you could sub regular rice for cauliflower rice. The staff was very kind and patient while explaining all of their different options. Everything was delish and the restaurant was extremely clean! WINNING! The seating area is spacious and comfortable. It was nice to enjoy my salad and do a little people watching . I can't wait to go back!

I was blown away with the taste of the healthy food this place has to offer…read more We split the Blueberry Superfood Waffles and a quinoa egg bowl which I want to say had eggplant in it however it has been almost a month since we went so I cannot recall what was in it exactly, but I do remember it tasted amazing. House coffee was great and my girlfriend ended up buying one of their match teas or fancy drinks to go. We both were thrilled with this spot before we hit the road from DC back on our way to PA. As always people SYOY!!!!! Highly recommend you try some of the food here especially if you need a place that makes gluten free food.

My lunch companion and I wanted to try a new healthy place and decided on this location. Stepping…read moreinto the restaurant, we were greeted by one of the more unfriendly hosts/cashier I have encountered in a long time. She seemed to act as though our simple questions about what to order and what's popular in the menu was an inconvenience to her, although we indicated it was our first time at the restaurant. We ordered our food with the host/cashier and waited at our table for the food to be delivered. My companion's food was delivered and the server asked us if there was anything else. I said my food hadn't come and she asked me what I ordered. I told her it was the Greek goddess. I had to wait quite a long time for my meal to arrive and when it did, the server placed the plate on the table, grabbed the table number and walked away.No apology for the extended wait, no, "enjoy your meal." It was quite rude. The Greek goddess was pretty bland and my friend's soup was boring. The Falafel pita was ok. We have lots of options for lunch in Washington DC. I will not return to this establishment, ever.

Everything about this restaurant was outstanding! We ordered one of each appetizer and all of them…read morewere great!

I've forgiven them for the brunch experience. This spot remains one of my fave Mediterranean in DC!…read moreThe food and flavors are amazing and it's a great spot for a date or happy hour with friends. The labneh is always a must!

I love you guys sooooooo much omg. my go to order is the meal deal with the basic b burger, medium…read morefries, campfire bbq, and sweetened green tea. holy crap it's so good. honorable mentions are the philly cheesesteak and veggie burger as well I was devastated when the DuPont circle location closed. I need the Chinatown location to never close so I'm writing this review

This was really good!! I had this place bookmarked since the previous time I visited DC. We had…read moreattended a hockey game and were starving afterwards. As we were walking back towards our hotel, we actually were passing here so I chose it for our din din spot. I thought for sure it was going to be packed but luckily it was not. I knew I wanted a burger but was struggling with choosing which one. Hubs knew he wanted the Cheesesteak and knew I wanted fries. I went with the Smokehouse burger. We grabbed a seat and did not wait long for our food to come out. I really enjoyed my burger and scarfed it down! I paid for sauces, which were tiny and super overpriced. Hubs enjoyed his cheesesteak but he prefers meat. I had a bite and thought it was really flavorful and very closely tasting like the real thing. I noticed later this is a chain, which is pretty cool. I think the prices were pretty steep so I might skip on the fries next time. The food could have been warmer as well. Definitely worth a visit and will most likely be back when in DC again.

When I think of amazing restaurants I've been to In Washington DC, this one definitely tops my…read morelist. The vibe, the food and the service all Come together in what I can only describe as a perfect restaurant experience. Well done, L'Ardente, well done! We were staying close by for the Indy race in Washington DC and I was excited to try the 40 layer lasagna. Food (5/5): we started with the Focaccia - Rosemary | Fleur de Sel | Tomato Tapenade (v+) and it was delicious. Our favorite was the Fuoco Pizza - Soppressata | Fennel Sausage | Pickled Peppers | Calabrian Chili The pizza was so light and flakey and delicious! We did try the lasagna- it tasted like a short rib pasta and was creamy and decadent. Service (5/5); so wonderful. A sweet woman came by to ensure we had a good experience here. Ambiance (5/5): amazing beautiful restaurant.

Had this place on my list for a long time and it was worth the wait! Here are my hit/misses:…read more Arancini: creamy, cheesy, comforting but also elevated! I was surprised I could actually taste the saffron in this since there are more robust flavors going on here with the chili oil but I appreciated it! Focaccia: comes out looking like a popover but has that classic focaccia texture. Tomato tapenade is a must with this. Very good, but if you are picking one veg app go for the arancini. Cacio e Pepe: some of the best I've had in DC. Creamy, cheesy sauce cut with the perfect bite of black pepper that is obviously high quality and fresh. The pasta itself is perfectly chewy and it's all just glorious with a glass of the Sauvignon Blanc. Linguine al frutte di mare: seafood heaven. Not very spicy at all -- just enough for the enjoyment of it. Plenty of seafood and none of it was overdone. Flavorful sauce and once again perfectly cooked pasta. Hubby devoured but did note that he didn't get shrimp and scallops just crab and squid. Not that it was bad, just that's what he got and he would have liked the shrimp and scallops for balance. A note about the Vanilla soufflé: we wanted it but it takes 20 min to make and we didn't know so we didn't get it -- next time I come I'm getting it and ordering it with my meal. Just something to keep in mind. Pannetone bread pudding: love the concept and the execution. Pannetone makes a great base for bread pudding. Beautiful decor -- very classy and modern. Large dining area and a decent sized bar area. I Appreciate that the servers know and understand their menu and are available for recommendations without being overbearing.

I loved having Andy as our server! We were celebrating my daughter's Sweet 16 and actually had more…read morepeople show up than expected in our reservation. Andy took care of us and kept a smile the whole time. We will be back.

Founding Farmers has always been a staple here in Foggy Bottom, and today I had Andy who was a…read morefabulous server !

My wife and I recently ordered the garlic bread and the alfredo for delivery and received our order…read morein a timely manner. Both dishes did well in transit and were still warm when we got them. The garlic bread was well-baked and flavorful, with delicious cream and olive oil dipping sauces. The alfredo was homemade, fresh, rich, creamy, and had good umami and the right amount of salt. I would recommend Caruso's Grocery!

I found this restaurant at the last minute and boy am I glad we did!…read more We arrived at around 7:45 and the place was packed. The hostess told us we likely wouldn't sit until 9:45 so I inquired about the bar and the manager quickly stepped in to put us on a waitlist. Since the restaurant is connected to a food hall of sorts, she recommended we grab a drink there while we wait. Shortly after we got our drink, we received notification of an opening and were seated by 8:15. We had the burrata appetizer, Ragú x 2, and the seafood fra diavolo. The burrata was one of the best I've had since they serve it with pesto, pine nuts, and garlic bread. It was truly divine! The Ragú was not far behind. Incredible flavor and a generous portion. The seafood dish had a nice kick and had plenty of seafood, which is not common as of late. All dishes were also priced reasonably for the quality you received. As we sat at the bar, we had pleasant conversation with the bartender and finished our meal with a small cannoli that really sealed the deal. If you're looking for excellent Italian food in DC without breaking the bank, look no further than Caruso's grocery! However, I'd recommend reserving ahead of time because it's certainly not a secret. LOL