The Perfect Post-Comedy Nightcap! After catching a comedy show at DC Improv, we wanted somewhere nearby to grab a little nightcap, and Grazie Mille was the perfect choice! DRINKS: We came specifically for cocktails and a little post-show wind-down, and Grazie Mille definitely delivered. It's the kind of place where you can grab a drink and relax earlier in the evening, but the energy picks up as the night goes on. VIBE & ATMOSPHERE: This is where Grazie Mille really shines! Tucked away in a hidden alley behind Grazie Nonna, it has this dark, moody vinyl lounge feel that makes it feel like you've stumbled upon a little hidden gem in downtown DC. We especially loved the outdoor patio, where the DJ sets up on Saturday nights. It is SO cool and chic! The combination of the outdoor space, music, and late-night energy makes it perfect when you're not ready for the night to end but don't necessarily want to go to a full-blown club. Grazie Mille transitions from an Italian-American dinner spot earlier in the evening into more of a high-energy late-night lounge and party vibe, which I love. You can really make it whatever kind of night you're looking for. FUN FACT: Grazie Mille is from the same restaurateur behind Grazie Grazie at The Wharf and neighboring Grazie Nonna. Clearly there's a gratitude theme happening with the names, and I'm here for it! SERVICE & PRICE: The service was probably the biggest downside of the night. I stood at the bar for about 15 minutes before anyone even acknowledged me. At one point, a guy who clearly knew one of the bartenders walked up, cut in front of me, and yelled out his order. Instead of letting him know I had been waiting, the bartender actually stopped and listened to his order while completely ignoring the fact that I'd been standing there. That definitely left a bad taste in my mouth. And speaking of things that are hard to swallow...the prices! $26 for a skinny margarita is ridiculous. I expect to pay a premium for cocktails in downtown DC, especially at a trendy lounge, but $26 for a margarita is excessive. OVERALL: Grazie Mille was exactly what we needed after DC Improv: good drinks, great music, a chic atmosphere, and a really fun crowd. Whether you're looking for a nightcap, date-night drinks, or somewhere to keep the night going on a Saturday, this is definitely one to add to the list. I'll absolutely be back, especially for another Saturday night on that patio! read more

This place is the bar side extension of the restaurant, Grazie Nonna. We went here for their happy hour after work. We were seated right away in the bar area outdoors. Someone came to take our orders but we weren't served food or drinks until almost 30 mins after. Our food came before any of the drinks did and I cancelled my drink by then since I had already filled up on food. The food was great though. We ordered the cacio e Pepe, chicken cutlets, and mozzarella sticks. If we come back, we'll order the cacio e Pepe and the chicken but not the mozzarella sticks since they had candied garlic which I'm not a huge fan of. The cacio e Pepe was very creamy and a decent portion to fill up on. The chicken sandwich was spicy and came on focaccia on a bed of lettuce with spicy dressing. We didn't order the Sicilian slices but saw other people order and would consider ordering if we come back. read more

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My first time at Grazie Mille and I'm impressed! The food was so good. Service was great. And the vibes were nice. Came for an impromptu dinner date. We had an 8 p.m. reservation. I don't remember our server's name but she had dark hair and glasses and was super sweet. She took great care of us and did her best to anticipate our needs. What we ordered: Caesar salad, chicken parmigiana, arancini, garlic bread, calamari, tuna tartare, pink vespa cocktail Caesar Salad: pass - I'm used to really good Caesars at Italian spots. This was a little bland. Chicken parmigiana: very good. And the portion was huge Garlic bread: some of the best garlic bread I've had. Worth every penny. Covered in perfectly toasted/melted cheese Calamari: very good and fresh tasting. Good size portion, too. Tuna tartare: pass. I don't love bell peppers and this was very bell peppery Arancini: I'm on the fence. It was good but I think I would've preferred a meat option. However, they're generous with the cheese. Pink Vespa: very good. Cure presentation. Not super strong but good and refreshing. Vibes: around 9:30-10, the place started getting packed! But the music was good and there was a nice mix of people inside In all, I'd love to come back and maybe try the branzino. read more

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Once again, this is one of the best spots in the city. Clean, fun, low lights, a live DJ, amazing drinks, some of the best food in the city with explosive flavors, and stellar service. This is a staple and I love it! read more

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I came for happy hour and it made me excited to try dinner here at some point. They have a 2 hour HH from 4-6 but it only applies to certain seats in the bar area (high tops, bar seats), but seating is quite limited. Unless you arrive before 4:30/4:45 you'll have a hard time getting a seat for happy hour. They did have an outdoor area where you can get happy hour but you have to order at the bar and wait in line which made the restaurant feel a little crowded honestly. They should just expand their HH seating to avoid the crowds and blocked walkways near the bar area. Other than that, the food was good especially the meatballs with the focaccia dish, red wine was tasty and portions were decent sized where you could eat enough for a decent sized dinner. read more

Great date night spot! Very romantic with great music. Speak easy vibes with vinyl records on the shelves. They have a dj outside who was pretty good. Cocktails were great. The calamari and steak were fantastic. Service was definitely slow. I think they forgot about us for a while. read more

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Grazie Millie is romantic but vibey -- loved the vinyl, and the moody lighting. Unfortunately, I would not recommend this restaurant for special events or holidays. Short version: *Tables are too small for 4 courses *Restaurant was overbooked and didn't let us know *The food was not worth the price and several dishes were sold out *Only option was pre fixe for V-Day I had a 9:30 res, and didn't get seated until 9:50. Thankfully, management gave us free prosecco (after I asked). We were locked into a pre fixe menu, which was not mentioned beforehand. They were also out of several items less than 2 hours into the night. Our waiter should've let us know before we ordered that the menu would be limited. The Cesar salad and veal were good, but the pizza was very average. Not worth $60 per person. There was also a hefty amount of butter and salt in almost every dish we tasted. An hour and a half into being seated, we were just getting our second main dish. I want to emphasize that the waiters and host were so accommodating, but extremely overworked. Waiters were running back and forth between Millie and Nonna, and even adding one more waiter would've made a difference. read more

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Grazie Millie is Grazie Nonna's cool best friend. The menu is the same, but the vibe is different. I liked the DJ, however, the service and drinks were not as good as Grazie Nonna. My friend's and I had a reservation for 8pm on a Friday and our server didn't come by until 8:15pm. I almost had to get up and go find someone. The experience just went down from there. Our food came out fast and was good. Our drinks came after we received our food and none of them were good. We had to send them back. Not sure if I'll be back. read more

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Great atmosphere. Very attentive bartenders. Food was good. I'd definitely return to grab drinks and vibe out if I want to do something lowkey. read more

Grazie Millie is a whole vibe. It's sexy, cool and lively. We went for dinner and they had a DJ playing really great music that added to the atmosphere. They also have a small bar area that gets packed really quick and some tables and couches all around for dining and drinks. Theres a huge patio area with plenty of seating and a outside bar thats great when the weather is nice. The food was great, no complaints at all. I ordered the chicken alfredo and it was really tasty and delicious. I would definitely order it again. My friend and I also shared a cheese pizza that was pretty good. If i went for pizza again I would probably try another one kind like a margherita pizza. The drinks were delicious and refreshing and hit the spot. Everything about Grazie Millie was great. If you're looking for good food, good music and good vibes this is the place to be. read more

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Grazie Mille is a really cute spot. The food was delicious. But the service was a little subpar. A group of three of us got sat down in the bar area with no menus. We asked the bartender if we had a server or if we ordered directly from the bar, and the bartender stated he didn't know and suggested we talk to the host. After finding out we had a server, it took a little while to get approached. We ordered a few plates and shared. For someone who doesn't like salads, the Caesar salad was delicious! read more

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Everything about this place is classy and cool. Looking for a happy hour spot before the flight out and found it here. With a backdrop of dark wood interior and low key vibes in the rear with a contrast of bright natural night and busy in the front area. Well designed and maintained. The bartender was the coolest cat. Provided cocktail suggestion and honest opinions on the food items. I enjoyed everything I ordered. Glad to have found this place, definitely a return spot when in town. read more

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Grazie Millie was a great option for dinner with friends. Daniel was super sweet and accommodating of our group, answering any questions we had. Even with the place being packed, he was very attentive. The food was also great with the pizza being my favorite! read more

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I've been telling one of my closest friends about this place for the past 6 months and we finally made our way over together for one of my birthday outings. It was a pretty busy night but there wasn't much of a delay when it came to service which was surprising. Ejaz helped us get seated and made our drinks. He was so helpful and nice, I had to get his name! My friend and I mainly came for drinks but we did have a few small bites. One day we'll try the real food on the menu but we had the Frito Misto and the Tuna Tartare. Both were good but I don't think I've ever had tuna tartare that good before!! Id come back literally just to order that. We also ordered drinks. I had the Pink Lady that was sweetened up a bit since I don't really go for tart or bitter drinks. My friend told Ejaz what type of taste she was going for and he crafted something up that she absolutely LOVED. It was spicy and had mezcal in it but according to her, didn't taste as smoky as it normally would which was perfect. Overall, it was a great night. The music was exactly what we needed, the vibes were just right, 10/10 experience! read more

I've been here a couple of times for drinks. This most recent time I had the Nonna martini and it was different in a good way. The servers and bartenders were super nice folks, service was excellent. Accessed by walking through Grazie Nonna, the ambiance is dim and intimate, great for a date night. There were a lot of couples when I stopped in. read more

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Blink and you'll miss it--literally. This place is tucked away like it's trying to stay a secret (and honestly, I kind of respect that). The vibe? Romantic, cozy, and just the right amount of moody. We kicked things off with a happy hour Manhattan--smooth, bold, and gone in about three sips. Then came the fries with steak and fresh mozzarella, which, let's be real, was a full-blown meal masquerading as a side. Flavor-packed and totally worth it. Now, service? Let's just say we had time to memorize the menu, do a little soul searching, and contemplate ordering on our own. But once things got rolling, it was a solid experience. I'd definitely come back--for the steak and the low-key vibe. Maybe next time I'll bring a flare gun to get the attention of the servers. read more

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Finally got a table and the service did not disappoint. The vibe is great with a live dj playing timeless records. We ordered a spread including meatballs, garlic bread, salad, and green goodness pizza. My favorite dish was the pizza and the meatballs. All the sauces were immaculate! read more

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If you want to play hide and seek for a restaurant, this is the one to play the game with! My Big Spoon is adventurous so for happy hour on Wednesday we decided to meet after work before heading to the boondocks. Having never been here before, I did notice Shotõ near by and the navigation was showing the restaurant was near there. The last time I dined at Shotõ I happen to walk through the area to get my food corn (no corn replace the c with a p) addiction out. I literally love walking to look at near by restaurants because that is what foodies do! I remember seeing Grazie Nonna but Grazie Mille nope, couldn't remember seeing it. I took a chance and walked into Grazie Nonna and the look on my face must have been telling because the sweet girl said, "are you looking for our sister restaurant, Grazie Mille?" I just smiled and she pointed me to the green exit sign where I walked right into the restaurant! ***Note to others- there is an entrance just walk on the opposite side of Nonna, or walk through.*** Ambiance is sleek, dim, speakeasy vibe, upscale with chandeliers even on the patio. People are coming from work so attire is casual but you can be bougie and dress up! Let's get into it! Happy Hour Menu is limited but decent. Frito Misto - YUMMERS! Calamari and Shrimp is perfect! Happy Hour Burger - Small but GOOD! Has a secret sauce, ate every bite. Flat Iron - Good! Drinks - Perfect! Definitely coming back in the Spring, and letting all my co-workers know about this! Love, love, love! High Five to my Big Spoon for another good pick! Alexa play Your love is King by Sade for the Big Spoon! read more

Friend made a reservation for 630p on a Saturday. Venue is about 2.5. Blocks from Farragut north. Limited street parking, but also garage parking across from Shoto If you walk past Shoto, look for Nona grazie in the courtyard. Get to grazie Millie by walking down either alley side of Nona, it's behind it We were seated near the door on the most windiest and cold December night, so I stayed a little chilly. Music and was loud and a bit overbearing. Each table were all shouting to each other to talk . Happy hour at the bar only 5-7 for those interested. Beautiful, old money emerald green decor inside My guest orders his food first . Since I didn't see that the menu was trifold. I ask for the waiter to come back in two mins. We had to hunt him down nearly 10 mins later for me to order mine. Friend did not like his burger or fries I has the chicken butter entree. Does not come with any sides, but it was flavored well and didn't need anything extra added. I nearly choked on one of those green things tho. Literally struggled a bit to try and pull it out if my throat. Good lawd, I almost didn't make it to see 2025 hehe. So don't eat these! Strong island was delish A dj was setting up vinyl records to play as we left Cool date spot. I would not visit on the regular however read more

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Wonderful little bar with a giant patio and cozy, gorgeously decorated space. I've visited Grazie Mille a few times, and I've been super impressed each and every time by not only the service and quality of drinks, but also by my own poor navigational skills. The bar is located behind Grazie Nonna, so it can be a little hard to find since you need to either go through the restaurant or get out of the commercial plaza that both establishments are tucked into and enter from the main street, but it's a lovely spot once you finally get your Google Maps to give you the right directions. The outdoor space is massive and can easily hold upwards of a hundred people between the outdoor bar, smattering of small cocktail tables, and plethora of couches and cozy outdoor chairs. It's demarcated with string lights and tall planters, and the slightly hard-to-find entrance means it's a bit insulated from the chaos of downtown DC. The inside of Grazie Mille, though, is even better. I love the ambient lighting and cozy, plush couches; it has the same energy as Grazie Nonna (after all, they are owned by the same people and connected in the middle), but somehow feels like Grazie Nonna's cool older sister. They have a pretty small food menu, with mostly finger / bar foods, as well as a large selection of steaks for whatever reason. I have yet to try a steak, but my friends and I did split their bruschetta, fried artichokes, and fries, all of which were fantastic. The bruschetta was super refreshing and the grilled bread was fantastic, and you can never go wrong with anything hot and fried. Their drink menu is triple the length of their food menu, but it's fantastic. All of their wine is sourced from either Italy or California, and you can't go wrong with anything on their menu. If you want something a bit sweeter, they also do a fantastic daiquiri and negroni; it's also not officially on their menu, but I do love their French 75. read more

This place is a whole vibe! IYKYK! Well once you find it that is. I visited for the first time a few nights ago. It was suggested by a friend. I liked that recommendation. It gives "speakeasy" and is upscale. Definitely my vibe! They're linked to Grazie Nonna. In fact when I tried to put Grazie Mille in Waze, it didn't even show up! It was a busy Saturday night so the inside was packed and standing room only. We opted to do the outdoor firepit seating. It was worth it. Service was great! The manager went above and beyond! We shared a pizza and it was delicious. The drinks are great here. I can't wait to visit again. This place is perfect for a girls night out or a date night! read more

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Terrible service. We were informed of a time limit for the table, yet the service throughout the evening was painfully slow. Drinks, food, and even getting the bill took an excessive amount of time. While trying to locate our server to request the check, the hostess approached to remind us of the time limit--despite the fact that our waiter repeatedly disappeared throughout the evening. The experience felt disorganized and unprofessional, which was disappointing. The food and cocktails were fine, but nothing particularly special. read more

It's rare to go somewhere and literally enjoy every time you've ordered! This was by far one of the best culinary experiences in DC for me. Everything was delicious from our appetizers to our entrees. The waitress was attentive and knowledgeable. The ambiance was sexy and moody. Perfect date night spot or night out with your girls! read more

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First time here and definitely will not be my last. We first went to the wrong entrance and it was Grazie Noona then we were walked over to Grazie Mille and I was impressed right from the start with the ambiance and decor. Then to hear a DJ playing vinyls was icing on the cake. The food was great from the salad, I got the salmon and my boyfriend got the steak with the potatoes. I didn't care for the spinach so much. The drinks were good. The service was great. Our server was very attentive. The whole staff was attentive for that matter. Will definitely get back. read more

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Definitely NOT hiding in plain sight. In fact, if the GF hadn't stumbled across Grazie Nonna a few months back, when she dined at SHOTO without me.. Lol, we probably would have missed out. Talk about up in the cut, in a breezeway surrounded by office buildings and condos.. Da*n! Grazie Mille is a speakeasy restaurant, which means, there's no sign.. So if you don't know you just don't know! You have to enter Grazie Nonna, ask the host and she'll direct you to the secret hallway! :) Being a lover of Speakeasys, I was thrilled to try Grazie Mille for the first time. We chose to kick it at the bar and take advantage of the HH menu, which was just OK. I'll definitely get a table next time!! We had a couple HH drinks and the cheeseburger, but ordered the Frito Misto and the Flat Iron steak off the regular menu. Everything was great! The place itself is super sexy with a cool azz vibe. The outdoor patio looked like a place I'd like to hang out extensively in the warmer months, and I WILL!! I guess I'm letting the secret out about a place that's supposed to be HUSH HUSH.. sorry, not sorry...LOL! read more

So, I went to Grazie Millie in DC last night (Friday) and grabbed a seat at the bar. The atmosphere and the food were honestly on point--no complaints there. But I've gotta say, the service left a lot to be desired, and that was mostly because of one of the bartenders, Bianca. Now, the guy working there--didn't catch his name, but he had a beard and slicked-back black hair--was super polite from the get-go. He made us feel welcome and got our drinks going right away. But Bianca's attitude was totally different. It felt like she just didn't want to serve us, and honestly, I couldn't shake the feeling that it was because we were Black. She was slow to even acknowledge us, barely checked in on what we needed, and the contrast was obvious when a white couple showed up. She got them water and took care of them right away, while a Black guy who came in after them had to wait ages before she even offered him a menu. And when I asked about a pizza we wanted--the Green Goddess pizza--she acted like she didn't even know the menu and had to check, which just felt unprofessional since we've been there before and that pizza's always on the menu. In short, the place has great food and a nice vibe, but the service really disappointed me this time, thanks to Bianca's attitude. read more

Grazie Mille has to be one of my favorite spots in DC. It definitely gives grown and sexy vibes and the DJ is FIRE. Depending on the night, you'll get old school R&B vibes or a nice house mix. Now that it's nice out, the DJ will be outside on the patio. It's great for dancing and enjoying drinks with friend read more

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We loved our visit to Grazie Millie!! Thank you GM Amjad for the warm welcome,..and the excellent booth seating! And for the surprise discount on our bill. We didn't order any food, but next time, we'll save our appetites and enjoy the bites. Our drinks were phenomenal though, and our servers were on top of their game with being attentive and courtesy. The place is grown and sexy, and is very lush and stylish.. My only compliant is that I could not read the dang on menu because it is sooo dim at the tables...it was embarrassing :) holding up the phone flashlight (yes, i was one of those people). Also, shot out to the NBA assistant coach (who was in town to play the Wizards), who bought us a few rounds to celebrate my bday. You were so thoughtful..and hilarious. Highly recommend this spot!! make reservations if your party has more than 4 ppl. read more

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I was enjoying what began as a genuinely lovely evening with friends -- dim lighting, thoughtful shareable plates, excellent cocktails. The kind of place that clearly aspires to be a serious dining establishment. And for a while, it succeeded. Then the dinner theatre began. At the booth beside us, a couple had brought a small dog into the restaurant. Not a service animal. Not discreetly tucked beneath the table. The dog was fully installed in the booth, as if it had a reservation and a vested interest in the wine list. Naturally, the situation escalated when the woman began suspending slices of beef carpaccio from her own fork above the dog, dangling it like a culinary piñata while encouraging the animal to perform small acrobatic feats for its dinner. Meanwhile, her partner documented the spectacle on video, flash on, of course, as though this were a charming dinner-time vignette rather than a baffling breach of basic restaurant etiquette. Let me reiterate. Suspended beef from the same utensil she was using. Hand-to-mouth-to-dog in a seamless rotation that can only be described as... ambitious. I found myself briefly wondering on which planet this behavior is considered socially acceptable, because it certainly isn't this one. What made the spectacle even more bewildering was that the staff clearly observed the entire scene and chose to do absolutely nothing. No intervention, no polite correction, no acknowledgment that several health codes were likely being violated in real time. If the restaurant has decided to pioneer a new culinary concept -- farm-to-table-to-dog, shared utensils included -- then I suppose congratulations are in order for the boldness of the experiment. Unfortunately, it's not an experience I'm eager to repeat. ............ food and drinks were super great though. read more

Let's get into Grazie Mille the new Italian lounge located behind Grazie Nonna. The decor is gorgeous and it sets the mood for a cute lil date night! The service was amazing. The saffron risotto with short rib was LIKE THAT! 5 My waitress Ari was attentive and the busser Christobal was the highlight! He went above and beyond to ensure I had everything I need including a camera man. Haha. They have a DJ starting at 8pm that sets the vibe to enjoy more cocktails from the Elite Bartenders Mir and Hiram! Can't forget the exceptional quality of customer service from the GM Amjad! Thanks for the warm welcome. Cheers to this being the new vibe for 2024! read more

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I truly love this place for the ambience. I definitely recommend going here for a date night, but not expecting anything from service. This was our second time going here and we really loved the vibe with the music and the lights in the whole set up a little speakeasy typing behind the Italian restaurant. However, Each time we've been here our servers have given us minimal attention, and you have to waive them down to place an orders, ask questions, etc. The first time the food was phenomenal! The second time the food came out, incorrect multiple times and cold. However, each time we did complain about either the service or the food they definitely went above and beyond to add an additional items for express a sincere apology due to the lack of service or food quality. I would suggest just going here for a night out for drinks! The music is super cool because they have a DJ who plays by vinyls. read more

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Cosy speakeasy-vibe restaurant/bar behind gratzi nonna. The seating is comfortable though slightly uneven, my bench seat was higher than my husband's chair, which made for a noticeable difference. We made a reservation the night before and arrived 15 minutes early. The hostess seated us immediately. From water to dishes, the service here is top notch. We each got two cocktails. My favorite was the Palermitano and my husband liked the sorrono sour. We split the frisée salad which had an acidic vinaigrette which was evened out by the poached pear and creamy cheese-it was a great combination. We also got the focaccia with ricotta, truffled honey and black pepper. Delicious. The portion of ricotta was generous and the focaccia was crisp and chewy. We ended up needing a second piece to use up our ricotta (they charge $3 for extra focaccia). For our main we got the cannelloni, which was four long tubes of pasta filled with salami and green ricotta covered in a vodka sauce and cheese. It was delicious. For two people, we were stuffed when we left. Definitely recommend this place! read more

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Lively lounge vibe including live DJ spinning, low light, but comfortable. Def see the appeal of starting your night with dinner at Nonna next door, then sliding over to Mille for a nightcap, but the select menu here was also really well done. I was initially thinking the portions might be a bit precious to keep with the sleeker lounge atmosphere but they were very decently sized. Get a starter or two if you're just going for a drink, otherwise the steaks and mains won't steer you wrong either. read more

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You step into a speakeasy with opulent tones when coming here. The chairs are velvet, the art is immaculately placed, and the whole bar is set up for an intimate conversation. I loved the vibes here; I would say it's dark. I had to shine my phone flashlight (which I hate to do!) to read the menu; It was also very loud. If you're looking for a hopping, noisy spot that's enticing with a mysterious menu, this is for you. If you're looking to bring your family who is a bit hard of hearing and eyesight, pass on this. You'll never hear the end of it if you bring them. The drinks were delicious, and we loved our server. They were attentive and very helpful with questions about the menu. I had the spritz and would get it again in a heartbeat. The oysters were delicious and had a fun, unique feel with the cheese. It's a great date or after-work spot for 1-2 coworkers. Keep this a small and intimate gathering for the best vibes. read more

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Very ambient place for drinks with the girls. The apps were phenomenal and paired very well with the drinks. Perfect for date or drinks with the girlies although it can get pretty loud/busy on the weekends! read more

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I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND TO MY WORST ENEMY!! WORST Service ever!! -- Waited more than 20 minutes for service, and once we received service, didn't see/hear from the waiter until we LITERALLY flagged him down to close us out! FOOD - Mediocre at best, and certainly not worth the wait, nor does it make up for the horrible service. AMBIANCE - NOT AT ALL WHAT WAS ADVERTISED. Seriously lacking, for amateurs. read more

Service was great and the decor is wonderful, but the spacing between tables is so narrow. The music was also a tad too loud for my friend and I to hear one another. However the short rib rotolo with the spicy red sauce was excellent! read more

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Now that I've been to Grazie at least 5x since March, I've got to admit it's one of my favorite newcomers to the DC restaurant and nightlife scene. It's the perfect place for catch up with a friend, date or group. Depending on the day of the week, you may have a slightly different experience but it's always a vibe. They book fantastic DJs that keep the energy fun and sexy, without it ever feeling like a club. There is plenty of space, both inside and on the patio so it's never too difficult to find the perfect nook to settle in. From my very first visit this past winter, we've only experienced the most professional, hospitable and accommodating staff - from servers, to bartenders to the awesome GM (shout out to Amjad) they really make an effort to ensure that you're taken care of. Keeping this one in my back pocket as a go-to for just about anything and everything in the months ahead! Thanks, Grazie for knowing how to do the grown and sexy thing right! read more

Had three different servers, a messed up order, it's almost like they kept forgetting that we were there. If it wasn't for the DJ, we would've left after the first 20 minutes we were there and didn't get greeted. It also took us maybe 15 minutes to get our card back from the staff while we finished paying. Some kind of WiFi issue with the scanners. When it finally finished going through, no apology was given. We were basically shoo'd away. read more

If you're reading this, you're thinking about going to Grazie Mille. Unless something changes, don't do it. My party went out of desperation; those of us who were coordinating had our doubts, but we pushed through them thanks to the smattering of positive reviews mixed in with the bad ones. Shortly after we got there, all of the stuff in the bad reviews was front and center for us: terrible service, overpriced food, payment tools that barely worked and forced me to give a much more generous tip than the waiter deserved, overly-eager busboys trying to clear plates that we were still eating from. The food wasn't bad, but overall it was a bad experience. Hopefully someone is having a good experience there, but based on the recent reviews, I doubt it. Sad to be one more in the chorus of negativity. read more