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    Mai Thai

    3.5 (545 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    The Volcano
    Carol R.

    Visited this restaurant for dinner with my niece who attends Georgetown University. Service was fast and friendly. The restaurant was very busy. The spring rolls were wonderful, crispy and hot and delicious. The pineapple fried rice was yummy with a mixture of shrimp and chicken and, of course, pineapple. The Volcano was a hit with a great flavor accenting tender beef, shrimp, asparagus, spinach, snow peas, and shiitake mushrooms. The pad see eew: wide noodles with tofu and spinach is a favorite Thai dish of mine, so I was disappointed at the lack of flavor. And the noodles were even a tad overcooked. The noodle dish and the messy restroom made me minus a star. Otherwise, the food was very good.

    Curry Puffs
    Sarah K.

    Staff are friendly. When we came in Tuesday afternoon it was not busy. Maybe two other tables but it was nice and calm inside. The curry puffs had a strong curry flavor. I've only tried this at one other place (Sisters thai) so I had high expectations but they were just alright. It gets served with sweet chili sauce. I'll give it a 3/5 stars. The Red curry with chicken was super flavorful and hit the spot. I asked for it to be the hottest and it did not have any spicy or kick to it. Even as medium which is how I think it normally is served. The basil duck was not what we had tried the past. I think we were expecting maybe a side of the duck to be crispy? Not sure, but the overall taste of the duck was too gamy and did not go well with the sauce it was in. However the veggies they used were fresh! We were going to pack it up to bring home and let someone else eat it but the waitress was kind enough to take it off our bill. Heard good reviews from other sources so we came because we were in the area. The curry was good so I would recommend trying their pangang curry or green curry!

    Mai Mojito
    Sara R.

    I went to Mai Thai for a friend's celebration. I ordered the mojito and their tom kha gai (coconut mushroom chicken) soup. One thing to note if you're gluten free or celiac, they have very limited gluten free options. To start, we were a large group of 12 people. The waitress started taking drink orders from one side of the table and skipped about four of us, even though we were ready to order. My soup, even though I specified was my entree, came way before everyone's food, so I basically ate alone and then stared at people why they ate their entrees! The drink was really good, and nicely decorated. However, the soup was mediocre, to be honest. It was mostly liquid, few pieces of mushroom (cut in huge chunks, barely cooked) and chicken. I do not recommend ordering the soup at all! When it was time to pay, they do not split checks, so one person had to put down their credit card. I think this place is overrated, and would only return if someone really wants to go.

    Pad Thai shrimp
    Shirley H.

    Stopped in for dinner after a day trip to DC and Georgetown from Richmond. Service was great, glass of Sauvignon blanc was exceptional and food was good. We started with the Georgetown roll and chicken satay. For entrees we all picked: bbq chicken, pad see ew, pad thai shrimp, and cashew chicken.

    Red Curry
    Tuhin C.

    I thought the food here was decent! A friend and I shared Drunken Noodles and Red Curry and it was good. One thing that the restaurant should do is update their hours on Google since it currently says closes at 9:30 whereas Yelp says 9:00pm. There were a few guests right before us and as we were wrapping up our meal, we felt that the waiters were pushing to get us out which I kind of found to be a little bit rude. I feel that they should have told us directly about the closing time rather than indirectly pushing us out.

    Roasted Duck Salad ($12.95)
    Kristen H.

    Located on a picturesque street laden with cute cafes and upscale eateries in the Georgetown area, Mai Thai is a neighborhood favorite among students and residents alike, attracting a diverse set of clientele with its breadth of Japanese and Thai cuisine at a reasonable price. There's a nice outdoor patio area for seating, as well as a large interior with a sleek, modern, Pan-Asian vibe. I had made a reservation for 7pm for a party of six, but there were a good amount of open tables, so walk-ins are definitely possible! We were immediately greeted and seated by the host, and service was friendly and fast - we ordered within five minutes of being seated, and our orders came out within ten minutes! The menu is vast, ranging from Thai classics such as Pad Thai and Red Curry to Japanese favorites like sushi plates and Rainbow Rolls. I ordered the Roasted Duck Salad ($12.95) - it was beautifully presented, with lots of colors from the fresh vegetables, and a good portion for the price (located in the Appetizers section of the menu). There wasn't much duck in the dish, but it was flavorful and well-cooked, with a crispy exterior. The vegetables were crunchy and delicious, with red onions, carrots, scallions, ginger, and cilantro, and the softness of the cherry tomatoes added a nice textural contrast. The lime dressing the salad was served with was quite spicy (labeled as "extra spicy" on the menu"), but acidic and served to balance the fatty duck quite nicely. My friends all ordered the Pad Thai with Chicken ($16.95) or the Drunken Noodles with Beef ($16.95, +$2 for beef). Everyone enjoyed their noodle dishes, which came with a generous portion (they all took leftovers home!) of noodles, vegetables, and protein. All of the sauces were flavorful and not too sweet (the ultimate Asian compliment), and the noodles were cooked nicely to a soft texture without being overly cooked. One thing to note here is that they cannot do separate checks for large parties, so come ready to split the bill! Overall, Mai Thai is a great stop for a casual dinner in Georgetown without breaking the bank. It's not the most authentic Thai/Japanese food out there, but it's tasty, and you'll certainly leave full!

    Dining room
    Lisa L.

    We came for dinner before happy hour ended at 6 pm. It was not crowded, we were the only customers in the dining room at 5:40 on a Thursday. We tried 3 appetizers for $4 each - fried calamari, curry puffs, and Thai chicken wings. The first 2 appetizers were good, but the wings were hard and overcooked (not recommended). We also ordered 2 entrees - pad see eew with beef and ginger stir fry with chicken. Both were large portions that were shared by 3 people. The ginger stir fry had mixed vegetables that were not specified on the menu and taste was bitter. But the pad see eew was very good in which the beef and Chinese broccoli were tender. Our server was attentive and filled our glasses of water several times during a hot summer day. The restaurant is nicely decorated and played American pop music sung by unknown artists in a jazzy tune. The best time to come for dinner would be before 6 pm so take advantage of the happy hour appetizers!

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    Ed D.

    I love drop-in surprises and Mai Thai is one of those gems. We were doing the tourist stroll around Georgetown on a rainy weekday and happened upon this cozy little restaurant. Service was quick and the food superb! I typically order green curry at Thai restaurants but saw the Lad Na and decided to give it a try. I've never even heard of this dish or seen it on a menu but will certainly ask when I dine at Thai restaurants in the future. I highly recommend it. My partner's red curry was also very good.

    Refund for a he 18% tip the staff added without my husband's authorization
    Jes Anne G.

    Used to come here a lot when I was going to Georgetown. It was a must stop when my husband and I were in town for our anniversary. The food was great but the service was really awful. When my husband thanked the waitress for bringing his drink, the lady looked at him and basically rolled her eyes. He shrugged it off. During our meal, we asked for more napkins and the guy we asked acted as if he had to get some from his personal stash. When I asked which way the bathrooms were (it's been a while), the ladies at the front looked at me for a few beats and then pointed at a hallway behind me. Thought that was weird and rude. The staff became super attentive and switched their energy when they dropped off the bill. We decided from all the bad service encounters to not leave tip. About a week later, my husband reviewed his credit card charges and noticed the charge for our meal here was a bit more than he remembered authorizing on the receipt. I called in and asked what the charge would be for the exact things we ordered. They told me about $65, which is what we remembered. I asked "so why was my husband charged about $12 more than that?" They said since there was no cash tip they "assumed" we meant to leave it on the card. Absolutely not. We authorized what the meal costs. The audacity to charge 18% on BAD SERVICE is wild. I told them if they didn't refund the tip amount I would report their bad practices. I should have demanded the entire meal refunded because what they did was FRAUD. Avoid going here. Especially if you're a tourist.

    Chicken and ginger stir-fry
    Anna C.

    The decor is dated, the restaurant does not give a "clean" vibe, and the bathroom was gross. IMO, the bathroom says a lot about any establishment. The service staff was a little odd almost like it wasn't the year 2024 nor were they giving professional staff energy. The food: the "spring rolls" were NOT spring rolls. They were skinny egg rolls and the sauce proved it...duck sauce and not fish sauce. Some people may like that cabbage filling, but call it what it really is. The eel and avocado rollers horrendous! Thick, doughy rice with chewy, fatty eel pieces. Miso soup was so salty...why?! The chicken pad see ew was actually tasty and so was the chicken stir fry. I can see ordering to go items if you're a local , but would not go for a sit down meal again.

    Honey Chicken
    Julie K.

    I'm surprised by the mid rating of this place! I thought the food was great:) Great ambiance for dinners. Went on a reservation with a large group and they were able to accommodate us very well. Panang Curry (5/5) I really liked this dish! Large portion sizes, very creamy and tasty. Sweet and somewhat savory dish that was very good. Slightly nutty flavor. We got chicken as our protein with this. Was delicious. Green Curry (3/5) I think this was also quite tasty but it could've been better if there was less ginger. I definitely bit into chunks of ginger that left a bad taste in my mouth (i'm not a fan of ginger). Then after taking leftovers home the next day I could not stomach this. Just tasted like ginger soup :( . Pad Thai (5/5) Standard pad thai, thinner noodles I think. Sweet and savory, very tasty!! Cant go wrong with this classic. Pad See Ew (5/5) It was rlly good! First time getting this dish and I like it. Savory dish with wider noodles. The noodles got a bit soft and stuck together but that's expected. Mango Sticky Rice (4/5) Small portion and mango wasn't the freshest but still tasty!

    Ambience is nice.
    Kathy T.

    As a Thai Native, I enjoy the authentic Coconut Curry at Mai Thai. I ordered Red Curry Jae from Vegetarian Menu for my dinner. It came with the fried tofu. I did not know and asked for "No Fried Tofu" in my curry. Staff were very supportive. He removed the fried tofu and added steamed vegetables for me. The red curry (No added spice from original curry paste) was delicious. The first bite, I remembered the red curry in Thailand cooked by mom. I came back another day to try Green Curry Jae - Vegetarian (asked for no Tofu!) It's delicious! The quality is consistent with generous fresh vegetables! I sat outside and it's peaceful and beautiful ambience! Thank you!! Note that Green Curry is made from Green Chilies which is more spicy than Red Curry! Curry paste is authentic. Generous portion of vegetables. Come with Jasmine Rice. Good quality of coconut cream No MSG Fresh vegetables and ingredients Coconut is considered as a "Fruit of God". Coconut is Pure Energy. Coconut Curry makes my skin so soft and radiant with natural moisturizer! I love Coconut Oil as it's natural. Let food be thy medicine! I highly recommend to try authentic Thai foods here. Very nice staff, Chefs. Thank you! Kathy

    The entrees
    Leesa T.

    The service was good and timely. The Thai coconut red curry was flavored spicy and delicious. This isn't the best Thai food I've had but it was good. The tuna sushi rolls were a 6 out of 10. Hawaii certainly has the freshest tuna. Compared to Hawaii's tuna, we rate this a 6 out of 10. Overall, we enjoyed the meal and the service!

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    Really nice people and the service is always prompt when I go in there. The food is great and has a really relaxed atmosphere inside.

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    I had the duck at lunch. It was tough, tasteless, and overall regrettable. Service was fair.

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    Service was good but food was not the best. For the price we were expecting better taste.

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    Everything I tried here was amazing. I tried the panang curry and the pad mee and I would highly recommend this place

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    Kyojin DC

    4.4(330 reviews)
    0.1 miGeorgetown

    Tucked away in the alley behind the Main Street nw in Georgetown, we got there right around 5 when…read morethey open, and watched it turn from a quiet restaurant to a thriving and lively place. Excellent service, the food was great and not outrageously priced (considering the area), and looked amazing inside! The decor and the lighting is makes it a cozy and intimate place but also great for a large party as well We booked our experience during restaurant week, we love trying out new places and their restaurant week menu offered a little bit of everything. We got some champagne to start, ordered some cocktails after, and the food started rolling in. We started with a caviar bump, and moved into the beetroot salad (which was amazing and so flavorful, we both wanted more), had the Tataki/carpaccio style followed by the nigiri/sashimi, then for the main course - the winner/volcano lobster roll. We didn't want our night to end there, there were so many great options in the menu so we opted to hold off on our desert and ordered some more food We got the sushi dinner dish to share along with the lavender smoked salmon Tataki style. Definitely could've eaten more after but decided to end our night after that, and had our ice cream to finish the night (matcha ice cream and raspberry sorbet) The service was 11/10, our waiter was extremely knowledgeable and all of the other waitstaff was extremely kind and was more than willing to help us with any questions or things we needed. The restaurant was very clean and they had nice bathrooms. The quality of the food was amazing and every dish had us hungry for more. This is definitely a place we'll be coming to again and will be recommending to everyone

    Birthday dinner brought us to Kyojin Sushi on a Monday night, and while the food definitely…read moreimpressed, the service kept this from being a five-star experience. We had a reservation for 7:30 p.m. for a party of 12, and I think that was the first issue. A group our size really needed a dedicated server, but instead we had one server covering our entire section. To be fair, he may have been stretched thin, but unfortunately, the service itself also left a lot to be desired. We were seated at 7:30, but our drink orders weren't taken until around 7:50. Then he disappeared for another 20 minutes before returning to take additional drink orders from people who had arrived later. We were ready to order food, but kept hearing, "I'll be right back." Throughout the night, drinks and items were forgotten. One friend finished her first glass of wine, ordered a second, and didn't receive it until we were literally asking for the check. At that point... we're leaving, friend. To make matters worse, several menu items we wanted weren't available. The mochi? Sold out. The Wagyu? Sold out. There were three or four different items people at our table ordered that were unavailable. On a Monday, that was a little surprising. Now for the good part... the sushi was REALLY good. I ordered the Yume Roll and the Tiger Roll, and both were incredibly fresh. The Yume Roll was especially unique and one of my favorite specialty rolls I've had in a while. It was made with spicy tuna, avocado, seared tuna, jalapeño, spicy mayo, eel sauce, and crunchy tempura bits, which gave it the perfect combination of heat, texture, and richness. The Tiger Roll was another standout, made with lump crab, avocado, cucumber, spicy mayo, steamed tiger shrimp, and a mango tobiko sauce. The combination of flavors was fresh, light, and perfectly balanced. I also ordered the edamame with the spicy black garlic sauce, and I absolutely loved that twist. It was a nice change from the usual salted edamame. One dish that completely missed the mark was the Tempura Rice with Chicken, which I shared with the table. Unfortunately, this was the only thing we ordered that I genuinely didn't enjoy. The chicken was dark meat, lacked seasoning, and honestly tasted like it had come straight from a bag of frozen Tyson nuggets. It didn't have the crispy, flavorful bite I was expecting and felt completely out of place compared to how fresh and well-executed the sushi was. I'd definitely skip this one on my next visit. My cocktail was just as impressive as the food. It was made with Ilegal Mezcal, pomegranate, hibiscus yuzu, simple syrup, and egg white, and it was absolutely gorgeous. The egg white gave it a silky, frothy finish, while the pomegranate and hibiscus yuzu added a bright, slightly tart flavor that paired beautifully with the subtle smokiness of the mezcal. It was as pretty as it was delicious. The restaurant itself is gorgeous. It's tucked away in an alley, so it's a little easy to miss, but once you're inside, the space is modern, spacious, and has a really cool stone bar that gives the restaurant a sleek, upscale vibe. I was also pleasantly surprised by the prices. Specialty rolls ranged from about $12-$20, with only a few premium options around $25. The edamame was about $8, so overall I thought the pricing was very fair, especially for Georgetown. Would I come back? Yes... but probably with a much smaller group. The food and ambiance are worth another visit, but I'd definitely be hoping for a better service experience next time. I also hope they have a better handle on inventory because I'd still love to try the Wagyu and finish dinner with the mochi.

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    4.3(18 reviews)
    0.1 miGeorgetown

    My wife and I went for our anniversary dinner. The restaurant is in the basement of a row house…read morebut open to a nice patio. The atmosphere was low key and very pleasant. Most importantly the food was delicious! Everything we ordered was delicious, but especially the fatty tuna, which was amazing! The service was low key and responsive. A wonderful experience!

    Welcome to Georgetown, Chef Ota and Sushi Gaku!…read more Fun fact: Chef Ota is one of the only chefs in the area to hole a fugu preparation license! Making a dinner reservation on their online platform was a breeze and seamless. Try their Okimari Prix Fixe, as it comes with miso soup, a choice of a sashimi carpaccio, 10 pieces of premium nigiri, a choice of maki, and ice cream. There is also Gakyu Omakase specialties, where one is a sushi course and one is a fugu course (that is seasonal). They also have Signature Sushi Sets, in which the Edo Style Nigiri and the Gaku Sushi Assortment are recommended! We enjoyed the Chef's Langoustine Lobster roll and the Chef's Crunchy Spicy Tuna roll, several nigiris (Aburi-style), and the sushi sets. Other options include various soups, apps, and a la carte items. Service was kind, friendly, and attentive. Look for the Sushi Gaku sign/plaque, and go downstairs. The space is bright and clean, and I liked the 'sparkly' fabrics they used for the furniture. Metered street parking can be found in the area. +omakase +sushi sets +online reservations available

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    3.9(449 reviews)
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    This place feels like it tried to be a hit in the 90s and failed. The sushi just isn't that good,…read morethe whole menu is white washed mid sushi at high prices. The ceviches and crudos and such are all fine, but they're not good. It makes it hard to want to enjoy them at all. Service is nice and friendly, but understaffed. Everything took incredibly long. Why are they understaffing this place?!? Especially at the prices. The cocktails are actually pretty good, though the wine list is uninteresting. It's a fine spot if you're looking for a quick meal in Georgetown, but it's not a destination spot by any means.

    Came to experience the Thursday night grown folks R&B night. The music was on point and the food…read morewas good but the service was lacking. If you love old & new R&B this is the place to be on Thursday & Sunday nights. My only complaint is that the music is so loud it's hard to have a conversation or even place your order. We had to ask our waitress multiple times for limes, soy sauce and a to go box. I don't blame her for being overwhelmed since the music was so loud but there is room for improvement! Sebastian Roll: 10/10 fried crab roll was delicious. This is my new go to roll! Buenos Aires Roll: 7/10 nothing crazy. Reminded me of an elevated California roll with torched salmon on top. Vegetable Gyoza: 7/10 pan fried instead of boiled which I prefer! Kind of bland. Would be better with a different sauce or added protein. Calamari: 7/10 good but it did not stand out. Comes with both rings & tentacles. We don't like tentacles so we ate around them.

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    4.4(60 reviews)
    1.0 miDupont Circle, Downtown

    I had a fantastic lunch at Onggi. My husband and I sat at the bar and experienced top notch…read morehospitality. The bartender went out of their way to discuss with the chef vegan options to ensure we had a fully plant based meal. We started with the Clay & Craft soju flight. This was such a treat! We have never tried soju with such high alcohol proofs. It felt so upscale and unique. We shared the Onggi Lunch Jeongsik Set modified to be vegan. This was a great portion size of food to share among two people. The pajeon was my husband's favorite part of the meal. I enjoyed the vegan jigae the most. Overall there was no weak part of this meal and we did not leave a single morsel of food behind. I will note that the vegan bulgogi tasted almost identical to the bulgogi you can buy at Trader Joe's. We love that bulgogi so that is not a problem. It was just funny to taste something very familiar to us. The rest of the meal was new flavors for me, and reminded my husband of his 4 years living in Korea. My husband has not had authentic Korean flavors made vegan before so this was a major treat. We saved room for dessert and enjoyed this soft nutty sweet treat. It was the perfect finish to a delicious lunch. Thank you Onggi for being so vegan friendly! We cannot wait to enjoy another meal here.

    Food 5/10 Atmosphere 8/10…read moreService 8/10 For the price point, this place definitely lacked value and taste. I can't really call this authentic Korean food, things kind of tasted off. We didn't end up finishing the bossam or the kimchi jeon. There werent a lot of banchan and they also tasted pretty bland. The spirits and alcohol were great though!

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    Astoria DC

    4.3(641 reviews)
    1.4 miDupont Circle
    $$$

    First time visiting this place after saving it on my list for a while now. Well, let's just say…read morethat it's worth the hype! Advice: sitting outside might be better in the cooler weather because we were being eaten alive by mosquitoes and fighting off flies. I really hope that they consider some type of nature oils near the tables to help guests feel more comfortable outdoors. Also, it would help to get more than one fan. Hospitality: aside from the bugs encounter, I would say that we did not have reservations (they were packed inside) so the hostess was nice enough to accommodate us outdoor. Our waiter, Anthony was a ball of energy and he really understands the dishes and was able to give great recommendations, some of which we plan to try on our next visit. Portions: the dishes are shareable so we only ordered the beef noodles and walnut shrimp and both were more than enough for a party of 2. DRINKS: I ordered the dark and stormy which can best be described as not too sweet and perfect for anyone desiring a well balanced drink. The bourbon smash was also really good. Well balanced with a smoky flavor which I loved. FOOD: Beef noodles- gosh this was so divine! Be warned however, there is a bit of spice to it but nothing that you won't be able to handle. I think the spices paired with the preparation of the noodles and the beef all made this dish memorable. Walnut shrimp- another memorable dish which came with a side of white rice. The shrimps were HUGE! But the flavors on each shrimp paired with that crunchy texture and creamy sauce, spectacular! Safe to say that we enjoyed both dishes and cannot wait to return and reserve indoor tables lol

    Dishonor to my cow and my entire family for not taking a picture of this food! The people here were…read moreso kind--literally the sweetest. I don't even know how to describe the energy in this place, but you can just feel it the moment you walk in. The restaurant has a dark aesthetic that gives it such a cool, cozy ambiance. My daughter and I ordered the Dan Dan noodles and spicy wontons. Everything was so filling that we ended up ordering another bowl of the Dan Dan noodles! And honestly, I still crave them. The Dan Dan noodles were SO good. The sauce was the perfect combination of creamy and spicy, and there was a generous amount of minced pork that balanced everything out really well. The wontons paired perfectly with the chili sauce that came with them! They were spicy--my ears turned red and my nose started running--but I literally could not stop going back for another bite. Even the wontons alone were incredibly filling. I don't live anywhere near this place, and I genuinely wish I did. I traveled pretty far to get here, and I'd absolutely do it again. This was one of those meals that stays on your mind long after you've left!

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    Astoria DC - Interior dining space. Narrow but really nice on the inside.

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