My second visit was much better than the first! It was beautiful day so we made reservations to sit…read moreoutside. It was so nice watching the boats dock & dine It took us about 15-20 min to be greeted, we noticed 2 servers discussing who would take the table and ended up with Vossi. He was polite and pretty consistent with service. We ordered 1/2 dozen oysters, hot crab dip & Thai mango salad to start with a Paloma and Margarita to wash it down. Each dish 5/5 - oysters were fresh but not fishy or salty, thai salad was refreshing & the hot crab dip was so delicious!! The cocktails were actually strong - I love when the flavor is balanced to where I can tell there's liquor but it still taste great. Still hungry but not wanting to be bloated, we shared the fried whole branzino which was perfect, generously seasoned and meaty. The glazed eggplant was the icing on the cake! So glad we visited again, definitely changed my opinion and now I can't wait to return

I went in with a Groupon for the Pre-Fixed menu. Simply put, the mixed green salad, branzino &…read moresalmon were amazing and hats off to the chef for that. However, my server was horrible. I am not sure because I came in with my Groupon that my service was not the same as the guest around me. Where the server engaged with them, we had bare minimum contact. The only time the server spoke was to tell us the menu, took the orders and made sure when he dropped off the check to make sure I knew how much was spent before the discount. The comment about the price after the service took me by surprise as to be bluntly honest, I could only chock up the rudeness to my server being homophobic. My final complaint as I was hoping to end my boyfriends birthday with a chocolate martini or something in the dessert category of drinks was told by the homophobic server that the bartender didn't have the ingredients for that but could do an espresso martini. What kind of full bar in a major city doesn't crème de cacao or have a competent enough bartender to make something on hand but as the manager gave the excuse, "the bartender is busy." I guess if you're heterosexual this place will be welcoming to you, if you're not, good luck. Maybe the next couple will be lucky enough to have a better experience. Huge shoutout to the server for making sure my boyfriend's birthday and our last dinner in DC was mediocre at best, that zero tip is exactly what I personally think of you.

catahoula is the best new restaurant in the navy yard! beautiful waterfront patio, the wine bar…read moreupstairs, the beautiful dining room, friendly service, but most importantly, the FOOD!!!!! New Orleans flavors are hard to recreate and these guys crush it. from the imported french bread, the seasoning, the fresh seafood, the delicious desserts, Catahoula is a place my fiancee and I look forward to coming back to time after time.

Today i had the pleasure of dining at this establishment for the first time. Interactions with…read moreeveryone from host Ronnie, our waiter James, as well as servers was very pleasant. My friend who is a big fan of brunch, went for a more traditional meal which consisted of the steak frites, eggs and hash browns. Because she is not a hash brown fan she ordered a side of grits w gouda cheese since substitutions are not allowed. Oh and whats brunch without a side of bacon, so she says. The grits is something she loved and said she would be back for. They gave a large serving of bacon so she had enough to take home for a late afternoon snack. I didn't come to play and was ready to experience all thing's cajun/creole. I started off with the fried okra 9/10 ( a tad bit salty for me,, but i am also the same person that orders french fries with no salt when i dine out). The sauce that came with the okra calmed down the saltiness for me and i would definitely order it again. I also ordered the corn puppies which i give a 10/10 and the honey butter was the perfect topping. I ordered an extra serving to go because the restaurant isn't close enough for me to just stop by tomorrow. But i knew from the first bite, i wanted to have it again and so i ordered it with a to go order of gumbo.. For my entree i ordered the Alligator and my stomach was not mad. It was covered with a glazed sauce, had sliced jalapeños and was on top of a bed a rice; good balance of sweet and spicy. I could also eat this every day but there are so many other things i just have to try. I have already put a date on our calendar to come back for the po boy and the blackened fish which were highly recommended by James and Richard. Cant end my review without speaking about dessert. I knew i was going to get beignets but when James recommended pairing them with the chocolate mousse to dip them in. I just thought i am doing way too much, but how could i say no now because everything James had recommended thus far including our alcoholic beverages were great. So we order the beignets and chocolate mouse and now i have to really think about how serious i am about this weight loss journey i am on. Ill revisit the weight-loss in September, because ill be back to Catahoula in August, and I'm certain more than once. I was sending a text message to colleague to organize a happy hour outing after work before i could even get out the door. Thank you for an amazing dining experience. Almost forgot, Gordon came by to check on us and also had a chat about beignets before we left, also very polite gentleman Overall 5/5 stars Okra - sharable portion Corn puppies- sharable portion Beignet- sharable portion Chocolate mousse- sharable portion Ambience is very nice, we dined indoors.

I came here with a colleague for lunch, and the restaurant is beautiful. The service was…read moreincredible, and 99% of the food was excellent. The dips were fantastic, and the eggplant and zucchini chips were surprisingly light, crispy, and delicious. My colleague ordered the lamb shank, which was tender and full of flavor. The only reason I'm giving 4 out of 5 stars instead of 5 is the whole fish. It was highly recommended and presented as being deboned, filleted, and easy to eat, but unfortunately it didn't have much flavor and had a ton of bones, so I could barely eat it. My recommendation would be to skip the whole fish, but everything else was incredible. I would absolutely come back.

Place has good food and drinks, but tonight (I've been here a few times before) I was greeted by a…read more"host" and told to take my hat off... I totally get it (and have had no problems in the past wearing my hat in here). And complied. As soon as I looked around there were two other gentleman wearing baseball hats sitting at a table/ I went to the bar). I asked about the policy and he said "you can wear them if you have a Reservation" What a shit-biased "rule" Nothing worse than a prejudiced restaurant- Poor excuse and handling of the situation (arbitrarily making rules-) boo I will surely be spreading the word of their "rules" that only apply to some people

It has been years since I have eaten at Hank's. Too long really. But we wanted some seafood and…read moretheir Dupont location was close so - off we went. We were seated immediately and the dining room is adequate. Sufficiently decorated to make it okay. It is furnished for maximum occupancy which is fine. Think casual place, almost bar with food, not fancy at all. I do not mean for this to be a negative comment. Hank's presents itself as more of a beachside joint, not a high end seafood restaurant. Each of these sorts of restaurants has a place in the spectrum. Our waiter - Keith or Kevin - I'm so sorry but I cannot remember his name - was GREAT! Funny, good at his job, great personality and helpful. He started out with a corny, but cute, joke and he kept getting better all night. The manager too was quite good, professional and friendly. What a great staff! The food is good. I could talk about the lobster bisque (a bit on the strong side) or the flounder (a bit on the salty side). But, honestly, the food was good and I enjoyed it a lot. I did not complain about any of it nor do I think a complaint was necessary. So, as I said before, it had been years since I had last eaten at Hank's. But it won't be that long anymore. I recommend Hank's for a casual seafood meal.

I finally checked out Hank's Oyster Bar for their Monday $1 oyster special, and it lived up to the…read morehype. I sat at the bar to access happy hour (bar-only, but oysters are available everywhere). Ordered a dozen oysters, bacon-topped deviled eggs, Old Bay fries, a salmon slider, and a tequila pineapple drink. Everything was solid-- the oysters were fresh, the deviled eggs were flavorful, and the Old Bay fries were perfectly seasoned. The standout for me was the salmon slider-- the sauce was so good I wish I ordered more. Great vibe for a casual happy hour. I'd definitely come back, especially for the $1 oysters.

This is an update to the last experience at Clydes of Gallery Place…read more Impressive customer service. Angel (Assistant General Manager) reached out to me. He said he wanted to make it right. He honestly thought we were being sarcastic when we weren't being sarcastic, and he apologized. I can understand the miscommunication. When you finish your entire meal the way we did, that usually means you genuinely liked it. Nevertheless, he invited us back and promised everything would be right this time. I'm very impressed, actually.

Why haven't I reviewed this place?…read more I'll admit, I've been here a handful of times and each time it's been great. Now Clyde's for me isn't a place that I'll say, "let's go to Clyde's" unless I'm headed to Capital Arena but it's solid! I was able to partake in March Madness because my besties sons played for Duke, since they were complimentary tickets I knew I wouldn't have access to the lounge like most other games that I've gone to so Clyde's it was for pregame! With the World Cup going on this past week the honey pot said we should try there after my day at the office and honestly great pick! They have great food and all the T.V.s make for a great game day spot! Service has always been great! Impressed that the servers are able to maneuver through the crowd at the bar but they manage. Ambiance is chill, ladies do not wear your Sunday best, it's giving causal! Let's get into it! Oysters Rockefeller - Delicious! Cheeseburger - Delicious! Shrimp Spaghettini - Delicious! Overall, Clyde's is a solid. Love all their salads too!!

We continued our tour of DC happy hours with a trip to Kaché on a Wednesday night. We arrived a…read morelittle before 5, so it was only us and another table of 2 at the restaurant. The staff were super attentive and we found out that the restaurant has only been open a few months. Because it wasn't that busy, the hostess spoke to us for a bit. The bartender also brought us a drink to ask us what we thought of it. We ordered one of each of the $5 happy hour specials and added on a warm cabbage salad. The salad needs a rebranding, but I liked having some charred veggies to balance out all of the fried stuff. My favorite item on the Happy Hour Menu was The Sweet Spot (crispy shrimp). After eating all the appetizers, we added on a Smoke & Stack burger. This was by far my most favorite part of the meal. A very large, juicy beef patty, cheese, garlic aioli on a soft potato bun. What puts this over the top is the cooked down onion jam. It's like caramelized onion deluxe - I think I could put this on ice cream. Fries were really well cooked. Kache has an awesome laid back vibe with an extremely staff and some unique dishes. We really enjoyed our experience here.

Kaché was a chic, upscale Black-owned restaurant in Washington, D.C.'s Mount Vernon Triangle…read morefeaturing Caribbean-influenced cuisine in a stylish setting. We were seated in the upstairs lounge area, which offered a more intimate vibe. The seasoned chicken was very delicious and paired beautifully with a colorful pickle salad that added a refreshing balance. The dish was paired with Kaché, a Black-owned white wine. I am not a wine drinker, but the others in my group shared that the wine was smooth and paired well with the dish. The General Manager was friendly and knowledgeable, taking time to explain the dish and recommend the wine pairing. The dining experience was okay. The setup included bar seating, stools, and small tables with small plates, which made the space feel more lounge-style than a traditional dining experience. Highlights: Chicken, should have asked for more to go Overall: A beautiful concept with great flavors, but the seating arrangement impacted the dining experience.

Celebrated a birthday dinner at Dauphine's and left with mixed feelings…read more The restaurant was surprisingly busy for a Tuesday evening, which was great to see, but service felt a bit disjointed. We had three different servers throughout the meal, which may have been due to staffing challenges. While everyone was pleasant, the experience lacked consistency. I also noticed the manager/general manager circulating through the dining room but never stopping by our table to greet us or check on our experience, which felt like a missed opportunity, especially as first-time guests celebrating a special occasion. For drinks, I ordered the Hurricane and my partner had the Sazerac. Both were enjoyable, although the Hurricane was served in a glass packed with ice, making it feel like I finished the actual cocktail in just a few minutes. We started with the Pommes Souffle. Unfortunately, they didn't meet expectations. Rather than being light, airy, and crispy, they were somewhat flat and soft, almost as if they had been sitting too long. For our entrees, I had the Blackened Catfish Creole and my partner ordered the Grilled Tuna au Poivre. Both dishes were flavorful and well-prepared. The catfish was especially enjoyable. The tuna tasted good as well, though we expected it to be sliced thin to better absorb the sauce and complement the dish. We also ordered a side of red beans and rice, which was a nice addition. Dessert was a highlight. The panna cotta and chocolate cheesecake with raspberry sorbet were both excellent and ended the meal on a strong note. Overall, I expected a bit more given the restaurant's Michelin recognition displayed at the hostess stand. While there were certainly some bright spots, particularly the entrees and desserts, the overall experience didn't quite live up to the anticipation. That said, because the food showed promise and the restaurant was clearly popular, I'd be willing to give them another try on a future visit

Service - freakin amazing Ambience - dark dimmer light…read moresetting - not a fan cause it makes me drowsy but it sets the date mood Food - phenomenal Got a second plate of oyster pasta cuz it was that freaking good!!!! And even asked for the recipe! Soooo good!

Bottom line up front: I really enjoyed my time at the dirty habit. The overall cocktail menu was…read moregood. They had decent happy hour prices. And lots of great clientele. It was particularly a good location for an after work, kind of venue and happy hour. Unfortunately, I didn't try very much of the food only had their fries which I thought were amazing both fresh and perfectly seasoned and cook cooked. From a cocktail side I really enjoyed their old-fashioned and they're smoked old-fashioned. Ultimately, I would recommend and I will return.

We stopped at Dirty Habit for cocktails before a concert at Capital One Arena and sat at the patio…read morebar. The location was especially convenient since the arena was directly across the street. The drinks were good, and the atmosphere was vibrant and lively. It worked well as an easy place to start the evening before the show without committing to a full meal. I would stop in again before another concert or event at Capital One Arena, especially for the convenient location and energetic patio atmosphere.