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I came here for brunch which is a great deal for unlimited food. If you're looking to try a bunch of food, their deal is a great option. We had a slight issue with our reservation when we came in. They seated us outside even though we asked to sit inside. Because of that, we had to wait a bit. Because it was a very hot day, we definitely had wanted to sit inside. The ambiance is great. I think they have a private room upstairs and they had plenty of room. It does get crowded for brunch so if you have a preference for inside or outside, I recommend a reservation. They did have plenty of bar seating though, which has the regular menu.
Went here for brunch, when I first walked in it was packed with people. The smell of meat will welcome you in the door and the ambiance of the restaurant is so cute! The buffet was vast they had all different kinds of meat such as lamb, chicken, beef and fresh veggies. My favorite things on my plate were the deviled eggs and lamb. I was so full after but they also had a dessert bar so o had to grab the baklava and try the dates they also have a chocolate fountain, which was really cool. The brunch was about $36 and if you wanna do mimosas with it, it's an additional $14 the pricing was good for the range of food that you got to try.
Checked out ala for a weeknight dinner this past week. The restaurant was lively and had a lot of people seated at the bar. We came to dinner not overly hungry, so we opted to do a bunch of cold and hot mezze plates - ended up ordering the baba ganoush, duck prosciutto (2 plates because we were so excited about it), salmon kibbeh nayah, tawook shish chicken kebab, and golden cauliflower. Overall, our picks were solid. The duck prosciutto had a nice crunch with the chip(?) underneath and very interesting, lovely salad base and vinaigrette. Can't go wrong with the golden cauliflower with its yummy sauce and pomegranate seeds. Salmon kibbeh was my least favorite but perhaps I'm just not used to the texture/taste of bulghur wheat.. the salmon itself was great tho! I've heard lots of good things about brunch so I would come back for that, and/or try the short ribs or branzino if I'm back in the area for dinner!
Brunch review ahead!!!!! Ambiance- perfect for a cute date, time with friends, family members, or coworkers. The ambiance welcomes it all. Hospitality- The hostess was incredibly friendly and seated us upon arrival. Waiter- Eric was an AMAZING waiter. Bubbly personality, very polite and personable. His service was definitely a 10/10 Brunch- My friend and I decided to try their Easter Sunday brunch and my only regret was not visiting here sooner and not selecting an earlier time to dine, LOL! The entire experience was phenomenal! Bottomless mimosas- SO worth the extra $ Standout dishes: Adana meatballs Braised lamb Chicken Golden cauliflower Crispy Falafel Desserts: Baklava Brownie Kadayıf Sadly we did not get to experience all of the brunch menu items because brunch ends at 3pm and our reservations were at the heel of this time. Nonetheless, the standout dishes and desserts were enough for me to come back. I've enjoyed their happy hour, cafe area, and now their brunch. Can't wait to return.
We saved Ala for our last meal in DC and went all in on their all-you-can-eat brunch--and let's just say, I left a few pounds heavier and completely, absolutely unbothered. No regrets. You know it's serious when I'm saying that. The menu hits that perfect sweet spot: extensive without being overwhelming. There's so much variety, but it never feels chaotic--just thoughtfully curated and incredibly well-balanced. That's the beauty of Levantine cuisine, and this place truly does it justice. Every dish felt intentional, flavorful, and harmonious. The hospitality deserves a special mention. They even offered me a complimentary tea in exchange for a Google review--which, honestly, felt refreshingly generous. Most places just ask; they don't give. Their tea selection, by the way, is excellent. Now the food--because wow. The lamb, chicken, fish, sausage, meatballs, and all the egg dishes were spot on. The lamb was so tender it practically fell off the bone, and the chicken was juicy and perfectly seasoned. And then there were the bureks--cheese and lamb--just unfairly good. And just when you think you physically cannot eat another bite... the dessert spread appears. I'm not exaggerating when I say it felt like I ascended (Fitting, considering we went on Easter.) There was a chocolate fountain, for starters. Beyond that, an incredible spread of pastries, sweets, fruits, jams, breads, and even some gluten-free options. It was one of those moments where you're full but still emotionally committed to dessert. The value for money here is fantastic, especially considering the quality and variety. Service throughout was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The space itself is cozy with a unique charm, and the music added a fun, lively touch--honestly, it gave me flashes of Slavic party vibes in Belgrade, which I didn't expect but fully enjoyed. Overall, an unforgettable meal and the perfect way to end our DC trip. This one stays with you.
Such an unexpected pristine experience! The staff was amazing, and the food was out of this world. Definitely add this to your list of glorious restaurants with divine flavor!!
Went here with a few friends for dinner last night and it was such a pleasant surprise! We did the $58 tasting experience with 3 entrees per person plus dessert and it was plenty of food for the whole table. My favorite dish was the falafel, it tasted so fresh and I loved how crunchy it was. I'm allergic to pomegranate and when one of the dishes had them the server was kind enough to take it back to the kitchen and have it remade. The ambiance was very classy and upscale. I'd definitely return!
This place is AMAZING and specializes in Levantine (historical geographical term referring to the eastern Mediterranean coastal region, encompassing modern-day Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, Israel, and Jordan from Google AI) and Mediterranean cuisine. They also have a $58 tasting menu option where you can order any three dishes from the cold and hot mezze menu. Very cool interior decor and service is very attentive (I believe our server was named Joseph or Jacob). Highly recommended if you are in DC!
Three stars isn't the actual rating; I'd say more 3.5. Stopped by after visiting the Dupont Circle's weekly farmer's market to try their Sunday brunch buffet. Was warmly greeted, seated, and given an overview of the menu and brunch package options; decided to opt-out of the bottomless drinks, which had an alcoholic (mimosas and Bloody Marys) and NA (juices, sodas, drip coffee and black tea), as I wanted to try their more speciality coffee and tea. The drinks I ordered were the Turkish coffee, Levantine-style tea and digestive tea. All were quite solid. The Turkish coffee was as robust as espresso, yet not overwhelmingly bitter and slightly sweetened. The Levantine tea was a smooth black tea with natural sweetness and layered with a mint steep and floral notes of hibiscus, and rose petal. The digestive was more herbaceous with fennel and pomegranate zest, in addition to a steep of spearmint. The food was more hit-or-miss. On one hand, the meat and seafood was all very delicious and well-made. The braised lamb shank is their speciality, and well-deserved, as it's moist, savory and tender. The short rib similarly so, and the chicken casserole, lamb biajeen, Adana kebab and steamed lavraki (sea bass) were all similarly flavorful. On the other hand, the sides and mezze options were more mixed; the dolmas and fresh bites cheese with za'atar/nuts were delightful, however, the borek, cheeses, and some of the dips tasted reheated and/or not super fresh, the Brussels sprouts were quite scorched, and the savory salmon waffles were bone dry and flavorless. The French onion soup had the right flavor profile, but not the intensity; it tasted watered-down and even looked it, due to the noticeable oil blebs on the surface. Dessert was similar; the melon and fruits were fresh enough, the yogurt bar was quality, the kadayif nutty with the sweetness balanced, and the layali lubnan was intoxicatingly tasty, but many of the baked goods looked rather packaged and the fondue station was mediocre. The staff, however, were extremely friendly (my special regards to Mia, she's a great conversationalist and a sweetheart!). They answered all my questions, and one of the bartenders even gave me half a lemon to zuzh up my tea with. As I said at the start, more 3.5 stars than 3 stars. The core of their offerings are all quality, so I can't quite dock them a full two stars for the food quality because they had buffets aren't usually renown for said quality. You really can't expect perfection from AYCE, even though I naturally encourage the management to avoid sourcing pre-made items from Sysco if possible. The friendly staff and eloquent Eastern Mediterranean ambiance allows me to still say I enjoyed this experience, and may be back for dinner in the future.
Great food with a nice atmosphere. Ala has a great location. Metroing in is super easy as the station is just across the street, and parking is available (although sparingly) on the streets nearby. They have an excellent patio area as well, as well as very beautiful interior design. My friend and I did the choose 3 option with dessert. The price we calculated I believe ended up showing that if we wanted dessert, then the option was worth it. The food was very good. The flatbread was our favorite and I'd come back just for that honestly.
Attentive staff, delicious food, cute modern vibe. I was so upset I was dining alone because I wanted to try more and more but I was so full!
Restaurant Week 2025 Tried 8 different items. My favorite was probably the Brussel Sprouts. Baklava was amazing. No items were bad. I'm not an expert on West Asian cuisine, so much of this tasted very new to me. I think the owner and several of the waiters are Turkish, but I wasn't sure what to classify this cuisine as. "Modern Mediterranean"? Service and ambiance are great! But it was delicious. Portions are generous. Food has great color. Go!
Came on my 31st birthday for dinner and it was amazing! I would make a reservation as it can get busy, but it's because it's so good! My boyfriend and I did the tasting experience because we wanted to try a few dishes and we're so glad we did! Everything on the menu sounds amazing and the items we got were so yummy! The drinks were also very good! Our waiter explained the menu and a little history and overall service was amazing. The whole vibe there is wonderful and we will totally be back!
10 months ago
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Deniz G.
Hi Bennett,…
2 years ago
This place is beautiful, very trendy, great for a date night or to grab drinks. The food presentation was nice but some of the items lacked flavor which was really surprising. The dipping sauces with the pita weren't all that good to me and I would have preferred for the pita to be in a chip form rather than a whole, uncut pita. The sea bass was tasty. This was my first time trying. I would have liked for them to cut the head off. My friend liked the short rib but said It was a tad too salty and the potatoes had no flavor. We sat at the bar so the service was quick. They brought everything out at once. read more
I wanted to go somewhere nice for my prez day off and here I am at Ala. I've been preferring Mediterranean/lighter fare and Ala fits that bill. I went for lunch, and got the shish eggplant, grilled neck veal, and fried red snapper. The fried snapper was pretty good, I liked how the tahini and green sauce went with the fried snapper. Personally, I would've prefered the snapper grilled over fried, it was a bit dry, but the onions/veg on top was a nice touch. The grilled neck veal with cous cous is a more bland/mild tasting dish. The veal was perfectly cooked and the cous cous had perfect texture, but the lack of seasonings and sauce made this one pretty bland, but still good due to the execution of how it was cooked. Lastly, my favorite was actually the veg dish, the shish eggplant with the hummus and spicy sauce was really delicious. I'm not listing everything it has in there, but it all went together really well and was the most interesting of the 3 dishes. I would get this again. There was only one server and one host doubling as a server for the entire restaurant so the service was slow, but with the staff shortage, it's to be expected and it's not a knock against them. read more
Phenomenal! I reserved a table for two on OpenTable. They are also on Resy. I was immediately greeted by several staff, the manager checked me in, I was seated and given the option to self-select my desired table, and handed menus right away. Service was top-notch, consistent, reliable, friendly, and superb. My friend and I ordered from the happy hour menu (sparking wine, red wine, fried halloumi, harissa hummus, za'atar) and from the regular menu (golden cauliflower, shish batinjan [eggplant skewers]). The presentation was outstanding: masterfully created and garnished dishes. The food was utterly exceptional and words cannot do it justice. Every single bite of food and sip of drink was delectable. If it were socially appropriate, I would have licked the plates clean! The prices for each dish (even happy hour items) are on the higher side but the flavor, texture, portion, and execution make them well worth the price! It's very cozy inside, with dimmer light and artificial dangly foliage decorated throughout. The outside patio is likely suitable for warmer months. Highly recommended! read more
Stopped by during restaurant week and it did not disappoint! Great spread and selection. Really enjoyed the mimosa bar that you can create your own creations. Food was tasty and so delicious. The shrimp grits were yummy and the lamb burger was the perfect size. Amazing baklava and croquets read more
This was my first time trying this spot. I love Mediterranean food and how fresh it is, but the buffet style restaurant week did not appeal to me. There was delicious food but i think the buffet style menu diminished the quality of the food. The food was great and delicious. I did try their French onion soup with a vegetarian broth, but it was not that great. They also had main courses to order but it was also quite underwhelming. Otherwise, the service was good and attentive, and did make a point to check in often. The ambiance was thrown off by the buffet line as the center of the restaurant so it felt very casual. I will have to try again on a regular day! read more
This gem was a real treat! Came for my birthday and Vanessa was my ahhhmazing waitress! She not only recommended the best hot and cold mezzes but her suggestion were on point!!we had the chicken, shrimp and broccoli. Idk who was out that brócoli together but those flavors was phenomenal! As a main, I had the Adana kebab, branzino, short rib and lamb shank! The meat was sooo tender. The fish was perfect cooked and crispy! And to top of off their were other patrons celebrating birthdays! The bartender Obe sent a round of drinks!! Def a night to remember and I'll def be back! read more
SO GOOD!! I came for bottomless brunch with a few friends and had an absolute blast. I loved making my own mimosas-- such a fun idea. My only complaint is that I didn't know what I was eating most of the time, so I wish the servers told us what they were serving us. Especially important for those with food allergies. Luckily, everything was delicious read more
6 months ago
1 year ago
I would say this place is more like a 3.5 star restaurant but I'm just rounding up. For starters, I really like the vibe of the place. It is such a cute place to have dinner with friends and I really like the aesthetic. The food was okay. My favorite dish was the adena kebab. Would recommend getting that, but I just think it was a little pricey for what it's worth ($36). The branzino was the most disappointing. I thought the fish was cooked extremely well but the flavors were just not it for me. I was most excited to try that as well. Pita bread was good and solid. Service was good nothing too crazy. For a place to be Turkey inspired, I wish they had turkish tea to end the meal. Maybe something to add to the menu? read more
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Deniz G.
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3 years ago
Came for the bottomless brunch with a party of 6 and expected more from Ala tbh. Server at first did not want to bring us mimosas to our table (said we could go to the bar) even though the menu mentioned we could ask for drinks at our table. Eventually it worked out but it took some requesting. We tried almost the entire menu; while the food was good, it wasn't memorable or remarkable. The Feta Croquettes were pretty good, as was the Labneh Parfait and Batata Hara. Fried Halloumi was not melty at all, in fact was a little tough, and Baba Ghanoush was fine (but I have had better). For mains, the Shakshouka Omelet was okay (very eggy....), and the Sibil Eggs (sesame bagel with runny egg) was decent as well. I enjoyed my Dolma but it was served cold and hard to eat in a bowl as it was served (I wanted to be able to cut my dolma with a knife). One of the best things we ate was actually the Chocolate Mousse, surprisingly. Not too sweet, it was creamy and rich and chocolate-y. Could have this dish again for sure. Overall, probably won't come back but glad we tried it. Nothing to write home about - looks like menu has changed for the worse from before. read more
Come check out their brunch on the weekend! It includes unlimited mimosas and a three course menu which you can choose from. The staff were sweet and attentive to us during the entire time. Brunch does last for 90 mins. Loved the bright ambiance inside and outside of the restaurant. Definitely want to come back to try other items on their menu. read more
I read several rave reviews on Yelp about Ala before I went. It was a quiet lunch after Christmas. Service was courteous, food was different and creative, the prices were on the higher end. I got a cup of Julius Meinl Drip coffee when I checked in on Yelp. 4*Fried Halloumi-fried cheese with pine honey, dukkah and chives. It was unique and I liked the texture. Honey gave the dish some mild sweetness. 3*Golden cauliflower-Turmeric roasted cauliflower head, dukkah pesto, lemon tahini, pomegranate seeds, preserved apricot, sumac herb salad: it was certainly different from any cauliflower I have ever eaten. The portion was decent and healthy. 3*Red Snapper- Fried red snapper fillet with hummus sauce, pickle, and crushed coriander seeds. It was recommended by the waiter, but I didn't think it was their best. The fish was not that fresh or tender. It was an interesting mixture of flavors. read more
I love Ala. I've been going for years, back when they used to be a different name. The bottomless brunch is exceptional. They have great happy hour deals. And I still have to go for dinner. Not to mention the service is friendly and helpful. I highly recommend the Chilbir and Lahmacun together. As the Chilbir only come with a little bit a bread, the Lahmacun pairs really well. And the acidity from the labneh helps cut the meat on the Lahmacun. The eggs in the Chilbir were perfectly jammy also. Just which there was more delicious bread! The Lahmacun was filling and and delicious. And the tawook was crunch and light. A but dry but would order it again. Ambiance was excellent also:) read more
1 year ago
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4 years ago
Great brunch with unlimited mimosas(only $8 extra!!) I've wanting to try this place for a while and finally get to try their brunch. Too bad that they changed the unlimited food to 3 courses, but we loved most items we got. $8 unlimited mimosas is hard to find in DC nowadays, especially it's a self serve bar that you can get champagne without juice if you prefer, also the berries are nice additions to the mimosa bar. I liked most food items except the fried halloumi, it's just not my type of food. Will be back again and hopefully to try dinner next time! read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
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Great vibe coming in-- I was seated early, even though my friend wasn't there yet. Our server Kimverly was so accommodating-- she let me order off the happy hour menu with 15 minutes to spare! Drinks and baba ghanoush were incredible! You will probably want to order some pita for the baba ghanoush-- just comes with two pieces of "chips." I love the SHISH BATINJAN-- which was eggplant over pearl couscous. Flavors were wonderful. Will definitely come back for happy hour or to try out brunch! read more
Food was so so so so good!!! I especially loved the mixed spreads and lamb kebab. The cocktails were fantastic too. Service was great and the ambiance was very relaxing and nice-- the dining chairs were super fluffy and nice to sit on. read more
Located near DuPont circle, this place is amazing! We got some mocktails and the spiced trail is amazing! The food here is so flavorful and really good. Everything we tried was really good! I look forward to going back again! The ambiance is really chill and it's located near the metro station. read more
4 years ago
Came here with two friends for brunch and wasn't sure what to expect. I was so happy we came here though! Definitely a more "cute grown up brunch" compared to some bottomless brunch experiences. It was a great vibe though. We were seated upstairs and the ambiance was so romantic and cozy, yet chic? Not sure how else to describe it, but it works. Our food was incredible. We ordered different items with the intention of sharing tapas style and I'm so glad we did because everything was so good! Highly recommend the following: Fried Halloumi, Shakshuka, Chicken Kabob, Harissa Hummus We also liked their mimosa bar which had different syrups and fruits to customize your mimosa. I recommend adding fruits first, then champagne, a splash of juice, then your syrup. Stir slightly. If you add the syrup first it'll be stuck at the bottom of your drink. read more
2 years ago
The Bethesda location just opened up and it's tucked away on Fairmont ave. Very cozy setting and cute patio! Went for happy hour and it was perfection and the amount of food that came was a lot. Got the Brussels and potato's and it was so crunchy and yummy, Faith was our waitress and she was welcoming and answered all our questions. Celebrated a birthday and we got baklava! I have been to the DC location but happy the Bethesda one has opened as it is closer. read more
I've been to Ala a few times for brunch and dinner, always a reliable option in the area! I like the setup of the dining room - not only are the decors super cute it is spacious enough so we can talk at a comfortable volume even when the restaurant gets quite crowded and busy. I also appreciate the staff always coming to introduce themselves soon after we get seated. They can get a little overwhelmed when service is busy but they make the effort to take care of everyone. I've never had a bad bite here, but some dishes are great and flavorful while others are meh. I think the $34 brunch 3-course prix fixe is great in value and they offer quite a variety of options. Some highlights of the brunch menu are the baba ghanoush with warm pita, shrimp mihlama, and baklava. I was pleasantly surprised by the shrimp mihlama - the perfectly tender prawns, delicious sauce, and creamy grits, not to mention it's $22 on its own. They are usually quite busy during weekend brunch services so not all dishes come out pipping hot. The falafel benedict was not the best experience - the poached eggs were slightly overcooked and the hollandaise got cold. For the dinner menu, my favorites are the cauliflower and shish kebab. The cauliflower kind of blew us away for the presentation and how unique and flavorful it was. The dessert menu is always quite strong here, definitely would recommend the baklava but don't think you can go wrong with any options. read more
I finally visited this place! We made reservations on resy a couple of days before and stopped by for Sunday brunch. There is a fixed brunch menu with bottomless mimosas (or Bloody Mary's) and 3 courses. We started with the fried halloumi, which was crunchy but also soft inside, very interesting dish. Next I had the Sucuk Benedict, which was a Sucuk sausage and Benedict, with what seemed like flatbread at the bottom, but it was super hard for me to cut through and eat the "bread" so I didn't really feel like I was able to fully enjoy that dish. My friend got the baba ganouche, which I slightly preferred to my Sucuk Benedict. For dessert, we both got the chocolate mousse which was sooo good--Highly recommend this! Our service was great! The waitress was very helpful whenever we had questions and/or wanted recommendations. It was a great brunch experience and will recommend that you stop by for your Mediterranean cravings. read more
2 years ago
We loved our brunch experience at Ala this weekend! First, the inside seating is comfy, stylish, and a vibe! Their buffet-style brunch was always being replenished with fresh food, and there was a TON of it! Everything was delicious, from the cold mezze to the baklava! The bottomless mimosa option was also fun to add to our meal! Additionally, we loved the made-to-order entrees, they came quick and hot! The Fall Latke was also so good and the Shakshuka! All of the staff were kind and efficient! Special shout out to Zeineb! She was warm, friendly, and very accommodating to whatever we needed! We enjoyed our meal (& mimosas) so much! Can't wait to come back here and highly recommend a group brunch at Ala! read more
7 months ago
We got the restaurant week brunch 3 course and drink deal. For the starters, we got labneh and Batata Hara. Both starters were so good definitely recommend them and we also got more pita everytime we finished them. For the main course I got falafel Benedict, it was alright and the portion size was pretty small. For the dessert we got the halva mousse and baklava and I loved both of them! The restaurant is absolutely beautiful and very aesthetic. Everyone at the restaurant was super kind and food came out pretty quick. read more
4 years ago
What a fantastic brunch spot! Ala is a Levantine restaurant featured in the Michelin Guide. Its bottomless brunch features bottomless mimosas--you get to self-pour your own champagne and choose from an assortment of juices, tinctures, and fruit toppings. You also get bottomless starters, which consists of Labneh (Kefir cheese), Lavender infused milk cream, Harissa hummus, dolma sea. Then, you get to choose one main dish and then an additional dish for dessert. My table ordered the Musakhan tawook (breaded fried chicken), Toum beef gyro, and spinach bourekas. For dessert, we had two orders of Caraway toast with tahini choicloate sauce and one Zerde (tumeric rice pudding). Everything was fantastic. For $44, this bottomless brunch is a great value. read more
2 years ago
I visited Ala back when it first opened and everyone was hyping it up all over social media. While the food was good and the interior decor was pretty, our service was incredibly awful. It took painfully long to order food & drinks, and then painfully long to receive said food and drinks. (Like to the point we were there for 1.5 hours and could only order 1 drink between the 3 of us.) Our server would disappear and just seemed uninterested in providing any recommendations. While I always thought I'd go give it another try in hopes it'd be better the second time around, I just never made it back. On another note... the food presentation was pretty and worth taking photos of! read more
2 years ago
Ala is a Middle Eastern restaurant in the Dupont Circle area. The menu is Levantine known for meze spreads of of hot and cold dishes, most notably hummus, tabbouleh and baba ghanoush, accompanied by bread. We were a party of 4 and we did the bottomless brunch with bottomless mimosas. We ordered baba ghanoush, hummus, feta croquette, crab omelette and samboosa, quzi kofta burger, latke and karanab. For dessert, we had halva mousse and antep baklava. The servers were very attentive and the food came out pretty quickly. I really enjoyed their mimosas! It is a bit on the pricey end but the portions are pretty decent. The food is classic Middle Eastern and very flavorful. Each reservation has a 90 minute limit starting from the reservation time but the servers were nice enough to give us an extra 30 minutes especially since the brunch hour was about to close. We stayed in the upper floor with multiple people. It didn't feel crowded and the ambience was very Mediterranean. I've been here once before for dinner. I would definitely be open to come back. read more
2 years ago
I have been to this restaurant more times than I can count now and they NEVER miss. Everything on the menu is delicious and the staff are always so kind and efficient. The restaurant itself (both outdoor and indoor seating) are so cute and perfect for a cost efficient girls day. read more
Yummy! If this spot wasn't such a hike, I would come here on a weekly basis. The food is complex and flavorful! Our server was incredible and she had the best recommendations. Can't wait to be back here again for another delicious meal. read more
3 years ago
We had a great experience at Ala which had lots of vegetarian options. The service was great and the staff were very attentive and explained the dishes when we were ordering. The food tasted exceptional but the dips and the bread were my favourite part. The prices were on a big on the higher side but the quality of food and service makes its all worth it. We will definitely be back here soon. read more
Service was friendly and nice. The bubbles bar was such an interesting concept, though bottomless mimosas can get loud in an enclosed space. The temperature was a bit hot but thankfully they turned a fan on. We got bottomless mimosas (for 90 minutes) and the 3 course fixed price menu. Everything was incredibly flavorful but my favorites were the halloumi, roasted butternut squash, and the pumpkin spice fried dough. We were recommended to not try the lamb burger, which we should have listened to. The middle was still raw and unappetizing. The $14 bottomless mimosa bar is such an interesting concept, I'd like to come back again and try different juice and syrup combinations. We were seated a bit late for or reservation due to the party before us lingering, but our server let us have an extra round of bubbly when our reservation time ended. read more
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1320 19th St NW
Washington, DC 20036
Dupont Circle, Downtown
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Do kids pay full price for brunch?
Hmm they don't have anything listed on their menu nor website but I'm sure you can ask in person.
Is the 3-course brunch the only option during the day on the weekend? Can we order off the regular dinner menu instead?
Unfortunately during the brunch hours it’s the only option.
Is Ala the same establishment as Ankara? Same owners / chefs?
Pretty much but there have been some changes to the menu.
Hello, any heating options on your patio?
Starting from September 25 yes we’ll have patio heaters.
Do you guys have a new year eve special menu or something like that?
Hello, Thank you for asking! We will be offering both our New Year's Eve specials and our all-day…
Any gluten free options?
Hi Ale, We have plenty of different gluten free options. Please check our menu www.ankaradc.net/menu
Will you ever bring labneh back? Yours was the best in town!
Hi Meredith, Thank you so much for interest:) We're planing to bring it back better than ever at the end of August.
Are opening hours different during Ramadan?
No. We open as our regular hours. Weekdays 11 AM to 10:30 PM weekends 10 AM to 10:30 PM
Do you guys have kokoreç?
Hey Wali! Unfortunately we do not have it. But we'd like to have it in our inventory at future!
Is your place serving HALAL meat?
All of our dairy and meat items are Halal certified!
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