If you want delicious flavorful bites all night long, head to Maketto!! We went with a group and from small plates to large shareable, everything was amazing. The sourdough scallion pancake and cucumber salad were standouts and on par with their bigger items like five spice fried chicken! This is an awesome, intimate spot for amazing modern Cambodian and Taiwanese flavors! read more

Came here for a Friday night dinner and we had a great time! Maketto is right on H St but I had no trouble finding parking on a side street. We started with the ginger chicken soup dumplings and of course the sourdough scallion pancake. The soup dumplings were pretty standard but the broth really took it over the top! The scallion pancake texture was fascinating - half was bready and the other half was super crispy. Definitely was loaded with scallions but I didn't get a ton of sourdough flavor - still delish. I got the spicy beef and rice bowl as my entree and it was amazing! Loved the homemade pickles and crispy garlic topping. The portion was quite large and I enjoyed half the next day just cold from the fridge! My cousin ordered the duck noodle soup and she loved it. The prices were so reasonable - we got 2 apps and 2 entrees for $70 (service is already included on your check) which felt like a steal. Service was solid! The bar upstairs is cool and loved all the books along the back wall. Would definitely come back here and try some more dishes! read more

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I took a ramen workshop from chef/owner Erik Bruner-Yang a few years back and he was hysterical and memorable. I can still hear him say: "Oh, add just a little butter here", and then he proceeded to put in a stick of butter to the sauce that we were creating. My kind of guy. So, no surprise that I find his restaurant on H Street to be a special foodie place. Maketto throws down sophisticated yet playful Asian fusion cuisine that comes out of Bruner-Yang's experienced imagination--and it tastes simply marvelous. You gotta trust me (and him) on this. You won't be disappointed. Here's 3 dishes that I find blissful: -Crispy gruyere dumplings placed on a bed of Chinese chili beef. They're pillowy and lightly cheesy and complement the heat of the dish's foundation. -Sourdough scallion pancakes. Made with ginger and sesame, they make me wanna holler. -Duck noodle soup with confit duck leg, wonton noodles, mushrooms and greens. Best in the city. Maketto's website is commendable too; more food businesses could learn a thing or two from it. read more

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We came here for a midweek dinner and the overall experience was pretty good. We split a few dishes, but we originally thought there were more options for us because we are gluten free. Several of the denoted "gf" items have cross contamination, so this really limited us to about 3-4 things on the menu. With that said, the few things we could try were pretty good. We split the spicy cauliflower, the crystal shrimp dumplings (beware cross contamination), and the wok-fried rice noodles. The server was very knowledgeable about the menu and the service overall was great. The restaurant was somewhat slow for a Wednesday evening, but the vibe is great for a date night! read more

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Maketto is wonderful! The restaurant feels casual but the food is elevated. The pork buns were unreal - fluffy, flavorful, and just fell apart in our mouths. I think the cucumber salad is a great way to balance out some heavier flavors and has a delicious dressing. The Gruyère dumplings are very heavy and cheesy, so I would likely get something else next time. We didn't try the full fried chicken but did get the fried chicken sandwich and it's very crispy and full of layers of flavor. read more

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Have I really never left a review of my favorite restaurant in DC? Can't believe it. I have eaten here over 20 times and I absolutely love it every time. I'm a DC area native, and it's at the top of my list -- my favorite place to bring friends from out of town. Why? Because the food is phenomenal and unique. If these items sound good to you, my strong recommendation would be to pick these and don't think twice. MUST GET: - Steamed Bao Buns (both good but I always get pork) - Red Scallop Curry - Sausage Laab w/ Bone Marrow Crispy Gruyere w/ Chili is also a winner but if you're not a cheese lover may not be your thing. Desserts are always underwhelming for me, but that's ok -- the items I listed are absolute winners!! This place is incredible! read more

Everything is awesome but just leaving this review for the jian bing or scallion pancake breakfast wrap which was insanely good. It is now a top 5 thing I crave for in DC read more

revisit and everything was fire again. this has to be my top fried chicken in DC... can't stop thinking about it, and the steamed bao's. also, do yourself a favor and get a drink/coffee. it was so unique and well executed - we got the sesame mocha, and the cold foam has to be one of the best i've ever had. maketto has my heart read more

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Had dinner here which was a great experience. We ordered the Maketto Fried Chicken and Wok Fried Noodle which were both delicious. Both these dishes were plenty for 2 of us to split (we probably should of only ordered one of the 2 especially since the chicken pieces were quite large). Service was friendly and attentive, menu selection good and price decent. The seating was just a little closer than I prefer because you could hear the conversations of the neighboring tables. Overall, our experience was very good and I would return to try some different dishes. read more

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First time hearing and trying a Taiwanese-Cambodian inspired fried chicken but was pleasantly surprised by it. Their 101 tower cocktail was great as well, smokey yet sweet. read more

I've been to Maketto twice now--once with a large group and another time with my father. Both times the service and food were absolutely fantastic! They offer a good mix of familiar favorites from several Asian countries and even the simple dishes like Lo Mein are SO GOOD!! There are plenty of less familiar options as well like Cambodian Noodle Salad. Cocktails are on point and a step above most Asian restaurants in the city. read more

First off, love the vibes. It was very hip (they had a cool collection of sneakers and street fashion) and it felt very young. Perfect to come for a casual date or with friends. Food was actually really really good! I'm usually skeptical about a lot of Asian places in the US (since I'm so used to good Asian food back home). But the lo mein and crispy chicken here were amazing--- perfect amount of sweet and salty. The sauce on the chicken was super addicting!! Service was fast and good. I'm definitely coming back to try their other dishes!! read more

Maketto - Lo Mein, Crispy Chicken Wings - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Let me just start with a fact - I'm not cool enough to be at Maketto. It's got this amazing hip vibe, with sneakers and clothes and home goods and records and all sorts of memorabilia hanging around, and I'm just a middle-aged dork. That did not stop me from enjoying myself so much tonight, nor did it stop the servers and staff from being absolutely delightful. My friend and I were seated upstairs and immediately greeted with water and our excellent server, Jose. We perused the Restaurant Week menus (we didn't even know!) and the regular menu, ordered drinks, and then grilled Jose until he had basically walked through the entire menu with us. I got the " the kind you find in a secondhand store" drink, which was (you guessed it) a lovely shade of raspberry. And delicious. And had tequila. Need I say more? For our first course, my friend got the spicy cucumber salad and I got the strange flavor eggplant. We both totally love the cucumber salad, it had a really nice mixture of spice and sweetness. We also loved the eggplant, which was a play on baba ghanoush. The portions were surprisingly big. For our second course, my friend got the ginger chicken soup dumplings, and I got the pork bao. Again, both outstanding. I love the delicate flavors of the soup dumpling and really enjoyed the massive bao. as an addition to our already gluttonous meal, we ordered a scallion pancake. OMG. So so good - highly recommended. For our main course, I got the crispy chicken salad and my friend got the brisket. The crispy chicken salad was great, with a complex set of funky, spicy, sweet, and savory flavors. Yum!! I also liked the brisket, which was about the only non-spicy thing we got all night. The sauce was sweet and the brisket was very tender. For dessert, my friend got the almond apple cake, and I got the mochi beignets. Honestly, the beignets were the only thing I wouldn't order again. They were fine, but nothing special, and when compared to the rest of the meal fell flat. But the almond apple cake was pretty damn good. I think I'm already planning my trip back here, if they let me in the door again . ;) read more

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I literally just love their chicken. I went for restaurant week last year and came back this year because I wanted their chicken again. Their coffee was also super good. Everything else was not as memorable. The service the first time was super good, but the second time was poor. Our second time server's vibe was giving 'I don't need to give good service to these customers because they're young'.' We still tipped good. Besides that, I love their chicken, so I'm definitely coming back again!! read more

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One of the more interesting Asian fusion places I've been to. My girlfriend and I ordered four small plates to share - it turns out that the portion size is quite substantial, and while we did finish everything, three small plates would have also sufficed. First came the crispy gruyere dumplings. It came on a bed of ground meat which had a distinctive five spice taste. Then we had the strange flavor eggplant, which contained of mashed eggplant topped with cucumber slices with a mild mala seasoning on a bed of what appears to be hummus but is actually tofu. The ginger chicken soup dumplings is the only item I would actually consider small plate; there were four of them and came dressed in a mild chili sauce. Finally, the jumbo scallop red curry had a rich coconut sauce and four pieces of scallops. We also got the five spice latte; there was definitely a hint of five spice but we felt it could be a bit stronger. read more

I finally ordered the peking duck from Maketto and specifically asked for the tender part of the duck. After all, you miss out on 100% of the shots you never make. They initially said that it would be about a 20-30 minute wait. I didn't mind as I had some errands to run in the area. After the wait I immediately went home to enjoy. The good: The accompanying veggies that come with the duck are amazing. The kimchi, carrot claw, and pickles are perfectly fermented, and the eggplant has a unique and very spicy taste. The bad: In fact, the veggies are the only reason why I would give this duck another try as the duck itself was very and I do mean VERY lackluster. The duck wasn't moist at all and it didn't have a lot of flavor by itself (1/5). However, maybe it was an off day. After, I added in some of the veggies it turned this 1/5 into a 3.5/5. I can only imagine how good it'll taste when the duck is in better condition. read more

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I don't have to recommend Maketto, its reputation is already gone out far and wide! Some foodie friends drove up from North Carolina looking for a weekend of good eats. I got a text: "We have reservations at Maketto at 5:30 tomorrow..." This wasn't my first rodeo at Maketto, the H-Street haunt has a unique layout that features a restaurant on the first floor and a vinyl, magazine, and shoe store on the second floor. Upon arrival we were greeted with a welcome cocktail. The service overall was very polite. Here's the rundown on our meal: Crystal Shrimp Dumplings: just like Dim Sum but better. Soy Milk and Dough Sticks: I don't do soy but I love combining dough sticks with soy milk! I've always had dough sticks sans anything. Drunken Shrimp Fried Rice: The perfect amount of heat to kick things up a notch above what you get for take-out. Crispy Gruyere Dumplings: The real highlight of the meal and a great example of the fusion concept of their menu. It was so delicious with great textures and flavors. Wok-Fried Rice Noodles: I can never say no to a fried rice noodle. Smoked Dry Aged Brisket: Another example of thinking differently: the dish came paired with naan. I loved taking the slices of brisket and making "mini tacos" with a torn piece of naan. Mochi Beignets: Perfect size for sharing with the entire table, a sweet end to a wonderful meal. Maketto's vibe and ambiance is such a great fit for the H-Street neighborhood, yet it also stands out with the bold and exciting choices it makes with its menu. Pro-Tip: The bathroom can be found downstairs behind the sneaker display. Also water is served sans ice- you have to ask for it if you prefer cold water. read more

Maketto - Crispy Gruyere Dumplings - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Maketto was a wonderful spot located in northeast DC. The inside was beautiful and there was patio seating for the summer as well. It took a bit longer than we'd hoped to be seated even though we arrived 5 minutes earlier than our reservation but thankfully after that the service was wonderful. We received complimentary champagne as we were celebrating a birthday and our waiter was so helpful, giving us recommendations and helping us figure out what is vegetarian. We got vegetarian pan seared leek and mushroom bao pictured below, wok fried rice noodles, and the tofu and spicy basil sauce which was my personal favorite of the entrees. The star of the show in my opinion was the apple almond cake at the end. The white chocolate shavings, orange creamsicle ice cream, and apple almond cake left me wanting 3 more!!! read more

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Amazing service, ambiance and food. We came here on a Wednesday and it wasn't too difficult to find parking. I somehow forgot to make a reservation but they took us anyway. We got the Negroni ceremony. It was too strong for me but my boyfriend enjoyed it. We ordered strange flavor eggplant, ginger chicken soup dumplings, num pang sandwich, wok fried noodles, and the egg custard dessert. Everything was amazing. Highly recommend the dessert and noodles. I loved the eggplant too and wish I knew how to make it. The bread that came with the eggplant was warm and comforting. I'd love to come back to try more options. read more

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Maketto was so good! every dish we ordered was phenomenal. My favorite was the crispy gruyere dumplings (pillowy, gooey cheese in a crispy shell topped with spiced ground beef and herbs) and the duck noodle soup (fall off the bone confit duck that isnt gamey, and the broth was really clean/not too oily at all!). Massive portions and very well priced. It's a little out of the way for me on H street but i'll definitely be doing take out from here in the future~ read more

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First of all, it was very easy to make a reservation. When I arrived, they sat us promptly and the service was high touch. They changed our plating and utensils in between each course and even boxed our leftovers. Second, the interior is huge, two floors. Loved the vibe on both floors. We were seated in the top door and had a retro 90s vibe with VHS tapes and video games. And now, the food. Wow, the flavors. Really loved the eclectic take on the food. Great spices and seasoning. We ordered the guyere dumplings, the sourdough scallion pancake, pork bao, fried chicken and lo mein. Definitely more than enough for 2. I loved the seasoning and the crunchiness of the chicken. The bao tasted like pulled bbq pork and it was phenomenal. The guyere dumplings were a different taste and it was out of this world. The texture of the thicker scallion pancake was a different dimension! I need to come back soon! read more

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We walked in without a reservation and they told us it would be 15 to 30 minutes on a Wednesday night so they had us sit and wait. They were so kind and brought over waters for all of us as we were waiting. They asked if we wanted any cocktails, and so off the bat, I felt that the service was going to be great. We then we were seated after about 20 minutes and we ordered a bunch of small plates and we got one medium plate and the server was amazing. She was so friendly and so great. Let us know that we ordered enough food and we got all the small plates really quickly. We got the sourdough scallion pancakes, the spicy cucumber salad, and the strange eggplant which was not strange at all, ha. All three dishes were amazing. We also got that's not pictured the veggie noodle salad, which was a bit of a wait to get, but they were super apologetic and really kind about it and so even though we had to wait a little bit to get our last dish, it was a really great experience because the food was amazing and the service was incredible. Overall, I rate this place five stars because not only was the food great and the service but also the ambience was a great date night and also a great place to just have dinner with friends and I definitely recommend this place on H street. read more

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OVERALL: disappointed in the flavors they didn't pack a punch FOOD: I got the Cambodian style pho and mochi beignets. The pho was lacking flavor and the container they sent it in was too small. The strawberries that came with the beignets were clearly thawed out and nearly spoiled. I'm surprised they decided to give a customer something like that. The beignets was good. I can't comment on the service or ambiance as I ordered delivery. read more

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After a late night at library of Congress took a short Uber ride to Maketto. We were warmly welcomed and given a shirt review of the menus. We did not go for the four course meal which is a good deal for $40.00. The food came out with a steady flow. Ginger chicken soup dumplings was delicious. The drunken shrimp had a nice spice and was a big portion. Sourdough scallion pancakes were very good. Spicy Cauliflower was spicy and yummy. The tables are far enough apart to have private conversations. read more

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For a pretty well known DC restaurant, the place was very empty on a Friday afternoon. Made reservations in advance but came in way earlier than expected. Because there were plenty of tables open, they just sat us down earlier. I was excited because it was a Taiwanese Cambodian fusion place. However, I think the dishes that we ended up getting fell more toward Taiwanese flavors. Pidan tofu was pretty basic. The flavors of the actual ingredients were left to shine. Not much other seasoning. Wanting the tofu to soak up the tare a little better. The pidan was very smooth though. Tofu wasn't. Duck noodle soup was my favorite. The soup was savory and seasoned nicely. The duck could've been more tender and moist. A hearty bowl of noodle soup. The you tiao was good, light and crispy. I didn't like the Maketto fried chicken as much as I thought I would. The batter on the chicken was a little bit thick and could've been crispier. However, given how the sauce was a caramel it makes sense why it wasn't as crispy. The flavors were good. The caramel made it sweeter than I wanted it to be. However, the chicken was super moist. Staff were friendly. Overall, I would say most of the dishes have a more Taiwanese flavor profile. I wasn't blown away by anything in particular, but it wasn't a bad meal. read more

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TERRIBLE MANAGEMENT..... I previously left a review about this restaurant months ago. I'll start by saying that the management is absolutely terrible. I was enjoying a beer waiting for my food to arrive and I was approached by the manager of the restaurant who had an issue with the previous review that I left which was a one star review. I really don't appreciate being accosted in a restaurant about feedback that I have every right to deliver especially when I'm paying for the service. That was very unprofessional. I will save the manager public embarrassment and simply say that I hope the owner is actually looking at this review so you know who your manager is on this day. I plan to file a complaint with the DC government as well because that incident was borderline intimidation and harassment. This place could've easily earned a five star review for me today but because of the service and a terrible way that I was treated as a customer a longtime customer at that, I will never patronize this restaurant again. I don't think I've ever left a review like this, but I want everyone who read this to see it. Do not come here if you want five star service and food. There are plenty of other great places in the DC area where they will not only appreciate your feedback, but we will treat you with respect when you give it. To the owner of the restaurant, you really need to get a better management team because the manager from today is the worst I've seen in my entire life. I also plan to reach out to the owner and speak with him myself ASAP. read more

Every time I come here the service is friendly and fantastic, the atmosphere is lively, and most of all - the food is always flavorful, unique, and fresh. Have always been wowed each time I come here! read more

Stumbled upon a total gem. Fusion like No other. We enjoyed the company of Jose and everyone here. The atmosphere was just so wonderful. However...let's get to the real reason why we came in-we were Hungry or Hangry! Wow the the Chicken was Insane and Lo Mein whoa!! Just come here everyone!!! It's SO goooood!! read more

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Tried Maketto with a few coworkers and my wife during restaurant week and our experience lived up to the hype. We tried a wide variety of their menu, including :Sourdough Scallion Pancakes, Pork Soup Dumplings, Crystal Shrimp Dumplings, Taiwanese Fried Chicken Salad, Spicy Beef & Rice Bowl, Cambodian Style Pho, Num Pang Sanwich, Custard Egg Tart, Mochi Beignets, and Apple Almond Cake. For me, the Taiwanese Fried Chicken Salad and the Spicy Beef & Rice Bowl were the clear standouts. The chicken salad included a lot of chicken and a surprisingly spicy, but not overbearing, slaw. The Spicy Beef and Rice Bowl had a number of different hot and cold elements and was a large meal (we got a few out of it). read more

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I'm so glad we came across the DC episode of Somebody Feed Phil just a couple of weeks before our trip. This is my husband's first visit to the city. Although it's my 3rd, my 1st visit was almost 30 years ago and my recent 2nd visit was for a short conference and everything was arranged so it did not count. We had no idea where we would eat until we watched the episode. Maketto was one of the places featured. It looked good and a reservation was made! It was very easy for us to reach the restaurant in the H Street NE neighbourhood via Metro Rail and the DC Streetcar from The Mall. After spending an entire day walking the length of The Mall and visiting the Capitol and the National Gallery of Art, we were eager for a nice and leisure dinner so we opted for a table in the courtyard near the back of the restaurant. We felt relaxed as soon as we sat down. Our server José was extremely helpful providing us recommendations. Someone who I think is the owner came by more than a few times, too. We ordered: 1. Crispy Gruyère Dumplings, 2. Cambodian Noodle Salad with Pork, 3. Cambodian Style Pho with Chicken, and 4. Drunken Shrimp Fried Rice Did we order too much? YES! But did I regret it? NO because they were soooo good. First came the gooey cheesy dumpings. They were perfectly paired with a spicy chunky beef sauce. José told us it's the same sauce they use for the Spicy Beef and Rice Bowl (topped with a fired egg). I could eat that every day. Then it was a fried rice. When we saw the portion, we knew we would be in trouble. The aroma and flavour were so addictive that we stopped ourselves from consuming the whole dish to make room for the rest of our order and I'm glad we did. The noodle salad was refreshing. The soup base of the pho was light with a slight tang but also rich in flavour. Both had very generous portions of their respective protein. I'm glad there was a good balance of dark and white meats in the pho and the white meats were very tender. We packed the rest of the noodle salad and fried rice to go. I tried to finish the pho but my gut was already sticking out an inch further than half an hour before so I stopped. I'm looking at the leftover fried rice in the hotel room now and I think I'm hungry again! read more

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Service 5/5 Food 4/5 Drinks 4/5 Dessert 5/5 This is definitely a spot that we will return to for Friday night dates. The fried rice with shrimp added was the best item that we ordered! Desert was amazing and the icing that they used was not overpowering on the sweetness. On our return trip we will need to find a different appetizer. A plus was that (I believe it was the owner) saw us multiple times throughout the evening and each time referred to us by name! It definitely set him and the restaurant apart! read more

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Update: Chef Erik got in touch with me and we went through my order one by one. He explained that the wok fried noodles were probably where cross contamination happened and that it was a server error. While the server explained that they clean the woks in between uses, Erik told me they only use hot water and no soap because of the material of the wok. Because of this, it's probably not celiac safe. The other possible culprit was the fried tofu on the Cambodian noodle salad. It's possible the receipt didn't print to the kitchen correctly to inform them to use the separate fryer, but I'm not sure how to avoid that in the future. I was also given a gift card and an apology, which was very nice. I won't be going back but my gluten eating friends will enjoy the gift card! read more

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Maketto is one of my go-to spots for any occasion -- but it's my anniversary tradition for a reason. The service is always thoughtful and warm, with a welcome glass of bubbles that makes the night feel special every time. My must-orders? The fried chicken (crispy, juicy, perfection) and the fried rice (packed with flavor and somehow comforting and elevated). Add in the cool, indoor-outdoor vibe and you've got a DC gem I'll never get tired of. read more

omg everything we had was so good, the chicken was super crispy! drinks were good too & no complaints on service! read more

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I am 64 years old, Chinese from Taiwan. My Ex-husband and I had a big Chinese restaurant before In Taipei Taiwan. I moved to USA since 2004. We went to Maketto restaurant for dinner today. We were very disappointed about the food. The food was terrible. Their fried chicken was pretty popular. But two pieces fried chicken cost $64, the meat was pretty dark and dry. It makes me think that they refried few times. It didn't look like fresh at all. Our bill was $360 for 6 people.The price was way too much. They don't have good restaurant level. I think it's not worth for that kind of money. Be careful! read more

Great food! The lo mein became my confort food and I order it at least once a week. Also love the gruyere dumplings and the peanut wings!!! I love love maketto! The vibe is and the food is anazing. read more

Went for restaurant week and the food was absolutely delicious. My date and I got: tofu num pang, spring rolls, scallion pancake, chicken cambodian pho, coco melon and mochi beignets. The portion on the mochi beignets was very small and they weren't a standout of the night. The best items in my opinion were the scallion pancakes, coco melon and num pang. 3 stars is for the dismal service. We waited 30 minutes for our check and had to literally walk up to the front of the restaurant and ask for it. Then, two servers brought it to us at once. I get that restaurant week is hectic but I do consider 30 minutes a little unreasonable. read more

Maketto - Cambodian Style Pho - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

GREAT SERVICE!! I would recommend making a reservation as the place is pretty busy. If you're celebrating something they give you champagne to take to your table. The host was friendly and the server was also friendly and attentive. We ordered the Pork Steamed Bao, Dry Aged Half Peking Duck, and Apple Almond Cake. The pork steamed bao was the best thing we ate. The bun had an outstanding flavor and plenty of meat. The duck was overcooked which absolutely ruined the taste. The apple almond cake was just like an apple bar you could get anywhere. To celebrate they also gave us a scoop of cinnamon honey ice cream, if my memory serves me right, which was the second best thing we had. Overall, the execution of the duck was poor resulting in a low rating. read more

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Due to the hype surrounding this restaurant, I decided to try it during Winter 2024 Restaurant Week since it was a good deal. When I walked into the restaurant, however, the vibes were instantly off. I was directed to seat myself. Once I turned around to sit down, I heard the FOH staff who told me to find a seat, a young woman, start muttering something I could not hear. I turned around only to find the other FOH staff, another young woman, giving me a dirty and rude look. I brushed this off since I just wanted to focus on my upcoming meal so that their rude behavior did not ruin my meal. Unfortunately, things did not get better since the first FOH staff spoke to me in a condescending tone regarding using the QR code to order and pay. It's 2024. I know how to use a QR code. It isn't rocket science. Oh well. At least she read off the menu and pointed out new things for just restaurant week. But she disappeared after that and so I had no other opportunity to inquire about things on the menu before ordering based on my gut. How I was treated was vastly different from how she treated another customer who came in like 5 minutes after me: she was pleasant and extremely helpful. Quite interesting. For the food, I ordered the Taiwanese Chicken Salad. It was delicious and quite filling for a starter. The only negative was that the fish sauce was too much and so, it was quite salty and ruined my hard palate. But, I finished it because it was that tasty. Next, I got Pork Lo Mein. This was quite oily and not as flavorful as I expected. Unsure if the saltiness of the Taiwanese Chicken Salad clouded my taste buds. But, I would not recommend it. For dessert, I had the mochi beignets and they were just okay. I should have ordered the apple almond cake instead. Overall, my experience at Maketto was tainted by the FOH staff members' attitude and customer service. The owners may be aware of this and so that's why an automatic gratuity is included. It's as if they know that customers would be unlikely to tip their rude, inconsiderate waiters. Your FOH staff should be better trained on how not to gossip about their customers right in front of them. read more

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The food is absolutely amazing here! The service is great and they have clean, functional bathrooms. Ambiance? Yup! Kudos to Maketto for holding it down on H Street the right way! read more