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    Scarlet Oak

    3.6 (443 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    SCARLET OAK ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Trendy
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Half Pepperoni and It's-A-Meat-A-Ball
    Michael B.

    Stopped in on a Friday night in Navy Yard. They have a large enclosed patio that is warm and inviting. Both the main restaurant and patio are loud environments though. Our server was efficient. Ordered a small half pepperoni and half meatball Detroit style pizza. The crust was perfectly crisp and chewy. Plenty of cheese for a good pull. Both sides of the pizza had good flavor. There weren't as many meatball pieces as I expected but the other half was loaded with pepperoni. There's a nice variety of menu items.

    Chicken Mumbo
    Chuckie R.

    Early on a Friday evening..good crowd but not packed. Fairly 'spirited' would be hard to have a convo. Seated right away and got food and drink in play. Ordered chicken Mumbo pizza.... Detroit ish style. Had a side of chopped jalapenos...almost a garidina feel. Service.was good. Food prep time felt long. Give it a go!

    Classic Caesar Salad
    Keilani S.

    Chill spot to go for drinks and food. Staff is pretty friendly. I recommend ordering the salad. They come in a HUGE bowl. My friends and I were pretty shocked lol. They also make excellent espresso martinis.

    Detroit Pizza...The kids love this stuff!
    Tia M.

    I absolutely love Scarlet Oak. It is one of Washington, DC's true hidden gems. A part of me wants to keep it all to myself, but here is another gift from your fairy foodie godmother because I believe in sharing joy through great food. From the moment you walk in, the restaurant looks gorgeous, smells incredible, and somehow there is rarely a wait. In DC, that feels like winning the lottery. The vibe is relaxed, the music is just right, and the staff moves with purpose and friendliness every single time. Let us talk about the drinks. They are elite. They are dangerous in the best way. And the guava lemonade? That is not just a drink, it is an experience. Trust me like you trust your GPS. I ordered the Cobb salad, and it was fresh, colorful, and full of flavor. Then the wings arrived... and let me tell you, those wings will have you planning your next visit before you even finish the first plate. You will strongly consider ordering another batch to go, just for the car ride home. If you want delicious food, unforgettable drinks, a chill atmosphere, and a place that never disappoints, Scarlet Oak is absolutely the move. Run, do not walk.

    Risotto balls
    Sehar M.

    I came here for a happy hour and it was a pleasant surprise! I came here upon opening at 4pm. Happy hour was only available at the bar and some high top seats. We were quickly served some water. The ambiance is great. It became full as we stayed at the place longer and they had plenty of seats everywhere. My friend and I shared the Detroit style cheese pizza and risotto balls. The risotto balls we're okay - I definitely have had better. The Detroit style cheese pizza was absolutely wonderful though! We ended up getting a second order. They service it with ranch and a great spicy pickle relish. I would definitely go back again!

    Spinach & Artichoke Dip | cream cheese, mozzarella, pepperjack, parmesan, corn tortilla chips
    Angela B.

    As friends who hadn't seen each other in a while, we stopped by Scarlet Oak to catch up over drinks and a few snacks. It was a gorgeous evening, perfect for sitting outside and enjoying the weather. Although we just missed the Happy Hour window, we still had a great time. The food and drinks hit the spot, and the company made it even better.

    White sangria, espresso martini and menu
    Imani J.

    I've lived near this place for years and for some reason never tried it until today! Went during their brunch, there are great bottomless options that you can choose from. The food was really great and fresh and filling, the service was also great. Everything came out quickly & our server kept the drinks coming and checking in. The ambiance is also nice, there's an option for covered outdoor dining, indoor dining and also sitting at the bar. Would definitely go again, this may be a new staple!

    Bucatini with meatballs

    Experience here was terrible. The hostess was very cold, and didn't say much to us at all when we arrived. Our server was friendly and quick to take our order. Food was the worst of all -- 3 different pasta dishes, all flavorless, pasta was either severely overcooked or super undercooked. Sauces all tasted like water and lacked seasoning. Would not recommended. I didn't see online, but there's also a 20% service fee added to every bill, which isn't considered a gratuity. Not at all worth it. The server waived the bill, which was a nice gesture.

    Kevin A.

    Food was good, service was pretty good and the overall experience was in line for the price. Was a little disappointed they ran out of Diet Coke or so I was told and then saw an employee carrying Diet Coke a few minutes later.

    Ribs very meaty and tender - The image shows a plate with a grilled meat portion topped with a dark sauce and chopped green onions. French fries are placed beside the meat, and a small side of vegetables is partially visible on the right. The plate is on a dark surface, and a fork is partially visible on the left side of the plate.
    Steven C.

    Nice all around American food restaurant. Pizza, pasta, ribs and many salads and appetizers. We tried all and they were great. Server was excellent, large beer and wine selection. Nice outdoor dining too. Most highly recommended!

    Bobbi D.

    This place is AMAZING! The food is incredible! The service is amazing! The only downside: it is so incredibly loud... I don't know if it's the acoustics in this building or what but it sounds like everyone is yelling... it is difficult to have a conversation at a table. Apparently it's a Wednesday thing because it's half off bottles of wine (that's what our server said). But I would definitely come back here! The food is so good! Where it's late we're going to sidecar, but there was no indoor seating and it was raining so we went next door since they served the same pizza and it was so worth it! Highly recommend!

    Cheeseburger and fries
    Kelci M.

    Great service! We sat outside and the waiter offered my dog a water dish right away and was very attentive throughout our dining experience. I ordered the cheeseburger with fries. It was good but I wish it only had 1 patty instead of 2. I would rate it a 7 out of 10.

    Alex P.

    I just want to make people aware that is restaurant is serving food under 4 different restaurant names which i find to be extremely weird. Early bird sells breakfast burritos, which apparently you can only normally get to go but get in restaurant at "scarlet oak" on Saturday and Sunday. They also appear to be serving sushi which is under a different nameand pizza under a different name "side door pizza."Overall, it's just a bit weird to serve 3 different foods under 4 restaurant names, almost like a ghost kitchen. I tried out early bird burrito from early bird take out and it was 3/5. The early bird latte wasn't great. Overall, would not return.

    Very good bacon topped deviled eggs@ Scarlet Oak! - Four halved boiled eggs filled with yellow yolk mixture are topped with chopped chives and small bacon bits. The eggs are arranged in a line on a white rectangular plate, with some green leafy garnishes underneath and scattered chives around. The background is a dark surface, highlighting the presentation of the appetizer.

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    It's loud, the service is slow, and the food is terrible. Other than that, the place is great...

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    Visiting Navy Yard? Scarlet Oak has Great drinks and food - quiet, quaint ambience. 1st date? Great choice, location and neighborhood.

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    Excellent service and hot chicken sandwich. The staff were great even though there was a private event that was very busy.

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    Do I need a reservation? What time is breakfast over?

    Not required but recommended for peak hours. I ate therw without a reservation, but they are small and can get booked solid.

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