A delightful five stars!!! I had a fantastic lunch here with my Mom and my wife the other day. The weather was fantastic and the outdoor seating area reminded me of a Paris cafe. Our server, Ana, was welcoming and thoughtful. She patiently answered all of our questions, took all of our special orders in stride and made sure everything ran smoothly. The food is a bit on the pricey side, but the service and the ambience are so exceptional that the entire package is a home run!! Menu highlights include: lamb meatballs with paradelle, fried chicken and mac & cheese, the grilled chicken cobb salad, and the roasted veggie bowl with salmon. Lots of choices for the vegetarians and pescatarians among us. Looking forward to my next visit! read more

Food was decent... except for the tomatoes on the eggs Benedict, which were not quite ripe, and they also had a piece of the brown/green part from the stem (see picture). Server was inattentive and spent the majority of her time chitchatting with the hostess and paying absolutely no attention to our table. We waited for long stretches for her (to ask for syrup for the pancakes, for the check, etc.). Service: 1 star Food: 3.5 stars read more

Silver - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Had a lovely late lunch after attending the service at the National Cathedral down the street. My server was attentive and polite. My food tasted delicious, flavorful, and bright. I liked how the restaurant uses locally sourced ingredients. The peach soda I had wasn't too sweet and had a nice flavor too. The shrimp taco bowl I had was amazing. Looking forward to revisiting again in the future! read more

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Truly one of the worst dining experiences I've had in DC in three years. We had to hunt down our server the entire night and there were only 4 tables of people. The chicken picatta was extremely salty, the vegetables and cauliflower mash were unseasoned; we had to beg for water refills and it only actually happened once. Then we waited over an hour after asking for the check to actually get it, and then our server never returned to collect it. Thank goodness we had enough cash to leave so we could escape. Truly just a terrible experience overall. The only things that make up for this service nightmare are the milkshakes are delicious. Will not be back. read more

*Brunch review* Came here for brunch on a Sunday and was surprised at how packed it was! We didn't have a reservation so we were seated at 1 of the hightops by the bar. Service was a bit slow and after ordering drinks, it felt like we had to flag down someone to get anything else. Other than that, the food was delicious. I recommend the chicken and waffles. Despite the slightly chaotic atmosphere, I enjoyed my experience and would return - just maybe with a reservation! read more

Silver - Pickle Fried Chicken + Waffles - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Silver seems to represent the broader post-pandemic malaise affecting so many restaurants, especially the local restaurant group chains that overextended and can't seem to recalibrate in the face of rising prices. The basics should be no-brainers, easy to quality-control and execute. If you're calling yourself a brasserie, steak frites should be fundamental. On autopilot. Yet my steak arrived as a tough, overcooked slab, paired with cold fries and an uninspired salad, all delivered with indifferent service with my water glass being refilled only once. So many restaurants feel this way now. Everything is just blah -- unimaginative, no vibe, no energy, staff going through the motions, no sense of the experience of now. read more

Silver - steak - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Our family has a tradition of going to Silver for brunch on New Years Day. It is such a happy way to continue the festivities of the night before. The menu gives a fun spin to all the dishes, and is varied enough for everyone to find something to like. For the restrained: oatmeal banana brulee. For the hungry but health-conscious: veggie huevos rancheros. And for the sweet carb lovers: berry pancakes with cinnamon dusted sugar or caramel french toast. Meat lovers fear not. There is bacon and bison. Pork sausage and chorizo. With eggs or with pancakes. Whichever way you want it. Many choices, good service, and the price not too steep. Nothing not to like here. Great place for a family gathering in a relaxed environment. read more

Excellent coffee. Loved the upscale brunch menu and service...thank you Anna. Ricotta Toast was terrific!

Great service. Sophia at Service country is particularly attentive and considerate. Breakfast is the best in town, especially the french toast combo... read more

We had brunch here and enjoyed delicious food and excellent service. I had the caramel french toast with eggs while my companion had had a delicious burger prepared to perfection. The service was prompt and friendly. read more

Just had the worst shrimp and grits ever at this place. I've tried it in any number of places, and this was by far the worst.

Came in yesterday and our server, Anahi, was kind and attentive. The service was amazing! Highly recommend the ribeye steak, it was delicious. The place was welcoming and become one of our favorite places to visit. Overall, the food was incredible and we had a great experience. Will definitely be back :) read more

So many great spots in Washington DC stumble upon and we did! After visiting the national Cathedral, we decided to stop in this neighborhood spot. Very trendy and very good! I had their seared Aji salad while my wife enjoyed their tomato basil soup and a turkey sandwich. Their cocktails were absolutely delicious! For dessert, we enjoyed beignets and ice cream! What a great little spot! You can't go wrong here. read more

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Silver is a good option for upscale diner food featuring contemporary American cuisine and healthy food options. They hang their hat on sourcing locally grown ingredients. I appreciate the effort they put into refreshing and broadening their menu. I visited on an early Saturday morning with a reservation. I was seated immediately. Customer traffic was light, however, it did pick up upon my departure. I recommend booking reservations if you are able to plan in advance. I also appreciate the availability of comfortable booth seating. The food was overall OK at the cost of their healthier take on classic menu items, such as their French toast and Shrimp & Grits. I believe this place deserves a 4* due to clean recipes, customer service, cleanliness, and availability of street parking. This is a good spot for casual dining for the health conscious. read more

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Everything on the menu looked appealing. Everything. The pickle-brined fried chicken waffle (with fluffy buckwheat waffles) was *fantastic* -- tender, crispy, thin chicken breasts, perfect waffles, fresh fruit on the side. Tremendous selection of excellent brunch cocktails -- the Bloody Mary was solid, and I highly recommend the Bellini (we got a pitcher to share) and the Orange Blossom (a delicate elderflower cocktail, light and refreshing). Cozy, Art Deco diner ambiance, busy! They still accommodated the 15 of us with ease and grace. Service was exceptional: Anna, thank you for taking such care of us, taking time to talk and give recommendations, and for being someone well worth meeting! I will return. Maybe for supper! Great place. read more

Silver - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I stopped by yesterday for brunch. I will say the restaurant was clean and the service was great. Unfortunately, the food was not good. How can you mess up breakfast....eggs, potatoes....etc. The worst thing was their (Grits cakes). I took one bite and almost choked. I will not be back. Grits cakes read more

This place has got amazing burgers and the fries are even better! Not bad for $19. Also, the old-fashioned cocktail made with makers markers $11! read more

Silver Brasserie Wisconsin Ave. is currently my favorite D.C. restaurant. They do a lot of things well, but their finest achievement is the Wagyu beef sliders with fries. These have all the flavor of fancy-restaurant burgers but you can pick them up and take a nice, satisfying, cheeseburger bite. A cheeseburger that requires a knife and fork can never be truly satisfying. And they are savvy enough to use American cheese, the only kind that melts right. You can have two (perfect for lunch) or three if you're hungry, and they come with excellent skinny fries. You can get essentially the same meal with perfect little crab cakes. The tuna poke bowl is also worth mentioning, as are the steak bowl and lamb meatballs bowl. You can get french toast with eggs and sausage all day every day, with real maple syrup, naturally. Plus the clientele has an authentic NW DC feel. Really nice waiters too. A thoughtful touch -- plexiglass risers between the booths, which give some shelter from too much ambient noise. Unlike so many restaurants, you can actually have a conversation! read more

Diana was fantastic greeted us immediately when we walked in; I asked her for an off menu cocktail and she crafted it perfectly! Wonderful and refreshing balance of hospitality and charisma! I will certainly be back. Diana's Cynar Daiquiri was one of the best I've had in the city, which is no easy feat. read more

Silver - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Very, very delicious all-day brunch! Quick, personable service. Such a warm inside and outdoor space that reminds me of France. I had a classic mimosa with a Power Breakfast (removed the feta and added avocado). Also added a side of potatoes because I couldn't help myself! Loved everything ordered! read more

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Probably one of the best places that I've been in DC! I can't wait to return here when we come back to DC. I loved the interior and the ambiance, all of the servers were dressed professionally and had very respectful and friendly attitudes. The food left me speechless! I wish I could eat that pickle fried chicken sandwich every day of my life. The crunch on that chicken was unbelievable! I also had a latte that was made to the 9 and a yogurt parfait as well. We also enjoyed some potato dish that had some sort of zesty sauce and my goodness, nothing short of divine. I 100% recommend this place to anyone! read more

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Drink menu is extensive and brunch offerings were plentiful including vegan and gluten free options. They get 3.5 stars as the food was serviceable but not exceptionally flavorful. Basic would be a valid description. Our waiter was attentive and the decor reminds me of Ted's Bulletin. If you are looking for a place for picky eaters and dietary restrictions this is probably a good option. read more

Silver - Ricotta lemon curd pancakes - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I came this evening for dinner and was pleasantly surprised! We were first treated by Sophia who was absolutely lovely and showed us to our table. Our server was Giselle who was very attentive and welcoming. The service and food were equally as great and the food came out relatively quickly. Would recommend to anyone in the area! read more

In December, I ended up eating at Silver three times in two days (long story lol) and I enjoyed my experiences here! The service is very kind, and the restaurant is beautiful with a good amount of space. The food here is fine; some items like the Mediterranean quinoa bowl rocks. Some items like the tacos and the chicken piccata are lackluster. The milkshakes are a must! I highly recommend that you split one, since they're absolutely huge. read more

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Silver Brasserie on Wisconsin Avenue is always busy because it has a fabulous menu and terrific customer service. At Sunday brunch, everyone can order exactly what they want- whether it is avocado toast, three plain scrambled eggs or the Oat Milk Berry Pancakes. The ambiance is noisy. Our server Bailey G deserves a shout out for keeping our coffees, waters and iced tea replenished and her general good customer service. Another plus - plenty of local Parking. read more

Silver - Two Oat Milk Berry Pancakes - extremely tasty - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The food was great and the place was very clean it had a good atmosphere. The service was something to be desired because I was seated quickly. But was not served until other table seat down in front of me . It was not too busy , so don't understand. There was a service who was deal with a big table to my left. When I saw him take the order of the table in front of I ask who is the server for this table. He could not reply . Still waited for other ten or fifteen minutes he came back and said can I getYou coffee. He pointed to other servers and said I believe this is her table. Waiting for her come by to ask her if she was server. She said no let find out . Finally the server who gave me Coff took my order. I was myself so it made me feel like only if you two more do you get served. After that the manager came by and apologized, but the damage was done. He did ask me to come back and give other chance, which I will do on another occasion. For right now they get a bad review, let wait and see what happens next time. read more

Silver - There were coffee grounds in my coffee , which was not fresh. - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The Silver Diner or whatever the heck they are calling this place now seemed to over-deliver on the food quality, quantity (for sure) and taste. We were pleasantly surprised at our brunch items. The pancakes were light and fluffy, the bacon was crispy, the western omelet was filling and tasty. The service too was good. Andres, our server, was very attentive. He was knowledgeable about the menu and wanted to make certain that we knew EXACTLY what we were getting and EXACTLY what the ingredients were. The hostess who seated us was likewise very professional. So, overall, the dining experience was good. The one thing that left a bad taste in our mouths - and still does - is the nickel & diming they seemed to do. You want real actual maple syrup on those pancakes??? That is an extra charge. I am not certain what sort of syrup you get if you do NOT order the real actual maple syrup but it makes me feel sad for those who don't do it. Overall, though, it was a good experience that was better than I expected. I would recommend this place for a fast and casual meal. read more

I want to a leave very positive experience. I had previously taken a little break from Silver because the service seemed poor and the food was pricey and unmemorable. However, the wonderful service and tasty food today made all the difference. The hostess which I didn't catch her name was wonderful!!! And Emerson my server was wonderful despite a crowded patio, and he even attended to my dog! Silver, you've done good with the new staff! read more

Food: We'll prepared, excellent choice of dishes and brunch all day. Kaprise made a great Spanish coffee (for her first time, 5 ) I had the bison and French toast. Both good portion and pricing. I mean, where can you get bison at breakfast. This is a challenge I know and they managed to have it so, they've got something here. A place for couples, family and friends and I would go again. Service: Manager was frazzled. Seems she had a bunch of things to do but, she was short in her service communication however, helped staff with needs. Kaprise was great. She went above and beyond (as did the manager) to make a Spanish coffee. (Id recommend getting it on the menu as this is a hard find and you guys did a great job accommodating) and it's really one of the things I look for aside from mimosas in the breakfast/brunch areas. It sets other places aside from the basic Irish coffee in my opinion. Ambiance: soft/low volume music (lots of Michael Jackson) it's a large place. Well put together and the atmosphere is very classy. They have cloth napkins, fancy. Cleanliness/Standards: One thing I noticed is people on their phones will on the line working. I mean.. this is tough, it's 2023 everyone is on their phones at work it seems, maybe I'm just overly critical but, it's the biggest problem I see in cross contamination. It's not needed and I don't personally like it, especially when it's right in front of me. Aside from this regular hand washing between stations/glove changes were done but, could be better with the exception of this. read more

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Did management or the chef change? This past Tuesday, I brought some coworkers to dinner here. First, I noticed that all day breakfast is no longer an option, which is unfortunate but I decided I'd try something new. My lamb meatballs and pappardelle was practically inedible (way too sweet and mushy). Additionally, I ordered a chocolate milkshake, which was almost like chocolate milk in consistency. When the check came, I mentioned that it was Tuesday, which is half price milkshake night. The server informed me that they no longer do that; I told her it was still on their website. She spoke with the manager and returned to say that they'll update the website. They could have honored the half price milkshake but they did not so I paid $10 for chocolate milk. The whole thing left a bad taste in my mouth (pun intended). I live around the corner from Silver and go at least a dozen times a year, so I'm very sad about this last experience. I will try them again and I hope I just came on a bad day. read more

Ashley has been terrific. She has served as our host for many weeks and we really appreciate her efficiency, thoughtfulness, and bright conversation. She is a sterling addition to Silver. We look forward to seeing her. You are lucky to have her. Harry and Pamela Edwards 202-407-1403 read more

We had a great time for our company holiday lunch. We were especially grateful to have Sophia as our hostess and Elizabeth as our waiter!! My Cesar salad was amazing as well. read more

Came here for breakfast and it was delicious . I ordered a green juice which was very refreshing. I also ordered the pickle brine fried chicken sandwich. My grandma had the eggs Benedict and my boyfriend had a simple breakfast with bacon and eggs I think. Overall the prices were good and they had ample seating. This is a family favorite so I'm sure we will be back. read more

Diana was the best server! She gave amazing service, was super attentive, and had amazing energy! We loved her!!

Great place for us to have lunch with older parents. Found a parking spot on the street right out in front. Had a reservation but didn't seem to be necessary for lunch on a Thursday. Service started out attentive and then fizzled but whatever... we had our food, right?! The menu definitely worked for my gluten-free dairy- free needs -- Yay!! Bathroom was close by but the doors were too heavy for my elderly mother-in-law. Best part -- I didn't have to pass on dessert -- dairy-free milkshake!!!! read more

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Extremely Disappointing Experience - Will Not Return I recently visited silver diner Wisconsin ave, and I must say I was incredibly disappointed. Based on the reviews and the restaurant's reputation, I expected much more, but unfortunately, my experience did not come close to meeting expectations. Food: I started with a coffee, which ran out quickly and was never offered a refill. I didn't even have the chance to request one, as the service was lackluster from the start. My girlfriend ordered the hot chocolate, which was cold, tasteless, and seemed watered down--definitely not worth the price. For the main courses, we ordered the Power Breakfast, Bison Huevos Rancheros, and the Pickled Chicken and Waffles. The Power Breakfast was difficult to swallow, with oversized tomato slices that were undercooked and unpleasant. The Bison Huevos Rancheros was passable, but nothing remarkable. The real disappointment, however, was the Pickled Chicken and Waffles. For 21, the portion was shockingly small--barely the size of an appetizer--and the dish was dry, bland, and lacked any real flavor. Honestly, I wouldn't have paid more than5 for it, even as a snack. Service: The service was another major issue. While the waiter was generally polite, he disappeared for long stretches of time, leaving us with no attention or care. When I tried to get the attention of one of the waitresses, she saw me but chose to ignore me completely. She didn't offer any explanation or even acknowledge my presence. After a minute of trying to get her attention, I turned to another staff member at the counter, but she too chose to ignore me. It wasn't until I flagged down what I believe was the manager that I finally got some assistance, but by that point, the frustration had already set in. I requested a juice that never arrived, and it was clear that the staff were either understaffed or uninterested in providing basic service. This lack of responsiveness and attention to customers is unacceptable, especially considering the price point. Overall Experience: The total for our meal came to $104, which I find completely unjustifiable given the poor quality of both the food and service. Based on my experience and the consistent negative feedback I've seen online, it seems that this is not an isolated issue, yet nothing appears to be done about it. I left feeling disappointed and frustrated, and I can honestly say that I will never return to this restaurant. I would not recommend it to anyone, and I strongly suggest management take a hard look at both the quality of their food and the level of service provided. read more

Disappointed. Service was slow and the fish and chips I ordered had obviously been sitting for so long that the attempt to "reheat" it resulted in a meal that was not edible. To add insult to injury, the manager couldn't even be bothered to at least offer an apology. read more

The tuna bowl was great! Will order the next time I go. Good service sitting at the bar. read more

Silver - Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I haven't been in this neighborhood in a while. Met family here for brunch before walking over to National Cathedral. They sat our group in the corner. Plenty of room. Extensive menu and good Bloody Marys. Service was fast and friendly. Food was excellent. Definitely want to return for another visit. read more

Silver - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Returned to Silver Diner Cathedral Heights, Washington, DC for dinner on Jan. 4, 2024. Diana was our server; she was efficient, courteous and helpful with the menu specials. She also had a great sense of humor which is much appreciated in this town. We shared a fruit and spinach salad for two which was fresh and delicious. I had a great Impossible Burger with gruyere cheese (not a vegan), rocket greens and special sauce; a nice combination. it came with crispy fries. My husband had the Glazed Salmon which he enjoyed very much. He said the glaze was sweet but not overpowering. A great post-holiday recovery dinner even though we ended it with the special Pecan Pie for two. Oh well. Start counting those calories tomorrow. read more