best karahi i have in my life! awesome food!…read morevery authentic! open 24 hours.. very busy and noisy..

Stop the best in the DMV - by FAR. No one clones close to their chick peas. Open late…read more One downside: prices have gone through the roof. $21 for a kabob plate is rough. We used to go weekly, now maybe once a month.

Dining with my friend on Lebanese cuisine was a delightful culinary adventure filled with surprises…read moreand delights. Moussaka: A classic Lebanese dish. Eggplant and hummus were simmered until soft and flavorful, with a subtle smoky aroma. The addition of mint leaves enhanced the flavor. Bone Marrow: Beef tartare with bone marrow and pomegranate seeds--how interesting! The first two provided a rich, fatty texture and intense aroma, while the latter burst in your mouth occasionally, juicy, tangy, and refreshing. Brussels Sprouts: Brussels sprouts with grapes, walnuts, fig jam, and mint yogurt--a whimsical yet magical combination... The Brussels sprouts offered a fresh, vegetal aroma and a slightly roasted aroma; the walnuts provided a nutty richness and crunch; the fruit provided a fresh sweet and sour taste and plenty of juice; and the yogurt acted as a binder between the flavors while adding a touch of minty coolness. Duck Shawarma: My friend and I thought: ...Peking duck? The skin was soft, the meat tender, not gamey, with a subtle smoky flavor; the fig and lemon sauce was sweet and refreshing; the small pita pillows held the meat securely, better than the lettuce what might have been too cold. Lamb Stuffed Grape Leaves: Black rice was wrapped in grape leaves and simmered with minced lamb. The rice absorbed the fragrance of the grape leaves, similar to lotus leaves (my friend and I thought: lamb version of sticky rice chicken糯米雞...?). The lamb, however, was served separately at the bottom of the pot and didn't absorb much flavor; overall, it was intensely sour. In short, this dish was a bit oddly designed, and it was the only one we didn't finish because the sourness was unbearable. Pita Bread: The bread was thin yet chewy, with a rough, slightly powdery surface, making it substantial and satisfying. I especially loved the "everything wrapped in a big pancake" style! This restaurant is located on the wharf near the Potomac River and boasts beautiful floor-to-ceiling windows. The spring sunlight streamed in softly.

Tried ilili DC recently and honestly loved the vibe as much as the food. The space feels upscale…read morewithout being stuffy, and the energy at The Wharf makes it a great dinner spot for a date night or group outing. The mezze was fresh and flavorful, especially the labneh and hummus, and the patatas bravas absolutely lived up to the hype. Service was attentive even though the restaurant was packed. It's definitely on the pricier side, but the atmosphere and quality made it worth it for a special night out.

Both food and service were awesome…read more In May, it's a bit cool outdoors... But they provided blankets

I recently visited Rumi's Kitchen in DC and overall had an average experience. The service was good…read moreand the staff was attentive throughout the meal, which I appreciated. I ordered the gheymeh along with the yogurt and cucumbers, while my friend got the herb stew. The food was decent, but having also been to the Houston location, I personally felt the flavors there were much stronger and more memorable compared to the DC restaurant. One nice touch was the complimentary herbs, cheese, and bread they bring to the table, which added a traditional Persian hospitality feel to the experience. The inside of the restaurant is also beautifully designed with a very traditional Persian-inspired atmosphere, including artwork and Persian dancer designs that make the space feel elegant and unique. Overall, it's a nice spot for the ambiance and good service, though I preferred the flavor and overall food experience at the Houston location a bit more.

La Vie is literally "The Life" of the party in the restaurant world !! The atmosphere is extremely…read morevibrant and the staff is on point in a very energetic way. I was totally impressed with the entire experience at La Vie. I kicked things off with a dozen of oysters ( smallish for the price ) and a Ferrari cocktail that was definitely one of the best drinks I ever had in a restaurant setting. After that I dived into a super tasty Branzino complemented by a side of whipped potatoes... the branzino was flaky, with a sauce that gave it a nice boost !!! ( scrumptious ) With that said, the highlight of the night came at the very end.... The cotton candy ice cream on top of a fudge style chocolate cake was the perfect curtain call !!! And the fire display gave it a broadway show entrance.... I would literally go back just for absolutely out of this world dessert !!! ** Still trying to figure out exactly how a service charge differs from a tip ? Yes I understand what is being relayed... but it definitely felt like I was double tipping in real time !!!**

We had a very disappointing experience with our reservation at La Vie through OpenTable for the…read moreValentine's Day prix fixe menu. At the time of booking, we were charged a prepaid amount of over $190. However, when we dined at the restaurant, the final bill did not deduct this prepaid amount, and we were charged the full price again. After realizing this, we contacted the restaurant. We were told to send an email explaining the situation, which we did two weeks ago, followed by another email one week ago. To date, we have received no response at all. This is extremely frustrating. Not only were we effectively double charged, but the complete lack of follow-up or customer service is unacceptable. We expected much better from a restaurant of this caliber. At the very least, communication and basic billing accuracy should be handled properly.

The food is very good and made fresh. If you are looking for a yummy beef or chicken doner, there…read moreis no better place. It's my go-to spot in DuPont Circle.

I tried the Iskender gyro platter at Capital Donar Shawarma, and it was a letdown. The dish…read morefeatured tough slices of roast beef instead of lamb, which felt off. The meat lacked flavor, making it a disappointing choice. Additionally, the staff seemed inattentive, which didn't enhance the experience. If you visit, and give it a shot ...stick to a classic gyro or doner sandwich instead.

Always a hit, I normally get the lamb, bc it's very ladleful, however getting the combo is always a…read moregood choice to have as well.my only complaint, is it can be a little slow to get the food out, especially when you have several people in a group, but overall, the flavor, and amount of food is great. And the Naan they provide is ginormous and always hot and fresh. Also a little on the pricey end, but what isn't these days to be honest.

Good kabobs. Can get busy at lunchtime, but worth it. Enjoy the nice tribal and city rugs on the…read morewalls while you wait. Quite pretty.

I've been to two of their other locations. The food has always been a good value. I think this…read morelocation is still working out the kinks though, I thought the koobideh tasted reheated and rubbery. I would come back to try their falafels and hummus, but I'd steer clear of the meat in the near term.

First it's not an easy location to find using a GPS, being at the bottom of a building in a food…read morecourt. The customer service was nice. Aside from that it's hard to say the food was even basic. It was overpriced, a tray full of rice and a palm full of steak. The Root Bear was the best part of my meal.

Super causal kabob restaurant with multiple locations. Food is good but the size is a bit on the…read moresmall side. We had the kobeeda kabob (a lamb beef mix) which comes with rice and a simple salad. It was very tasty. The chicken curry had simple flavors but was also decent. It comes with one piece of flatbread.

Food was excellent. We had hummus , lamb over rice with salad plate & a gyro . Order at counter and…read more choose a table . The lighting was harsh, music loud ( some kind of droning pop ) and not very cozy. With a few small changes decoratively it would be more comfortable. Felt like a cafeteria . The food was spiced perfectly, rice cooked to perfection. Could jazz up the side salad a bit . Fountain soda machine was broken , but there were available bottles in fridge for sale . Turn down the lights & music . Add a few decorative touches & it will be more cozy !

This place is in a great corner location, the food was delicious, and the staff were friendly…read moreoverall. We had a reservation to make sure we got a table, and the restaurant was completely full when we arrived. The only downside was that after being seated outside, we felt a little forgotten for the first 30 minutes or so. No one came by with water or to check in, and it seemed like the staff may not have realized a new table had been seated until we flagged down the outside host. There were also swarm of flies hovering around the outdoor tables, which another table pointed out and then we started noticing too. Aside from that, the experience was good overall. The inside dining area definitely had a dressier vibe compared to the patio seating, and once we were helped, the food made up for the slow start.

Placed a large order via Uber Eats since restaurant will not accept takeout orders directly…read more Restaurant does not allow any specifications when ordering through Uber Eats - for example, one person wanted one ingredient held from her salad. Uber Eats lacked description for Zaytinya's food items (such as the ounces of the drinks) and some items (such as the horta salata) were not as pictured. There were no extra napkins in our bag. The Coke came in bottles but we didn't receive any bottle openers. To top it off, we had three food items missing. I called the restaurant again to let them know about the missing food - they were unapologetic and didn't know what the proper protocol was to fix the situation. The service was subpar and the servings were small. Won't be back. The next day we had food delivered from another local restaurant where both the food and service were outstanding, unlike at Zaytinya. UPDATE: After writing the Yelp review, a general manager at Zaytinya emailed me the following: "..."The restaurant normally offers takeout, but the location was actually closed that day for a private event. However, since the order had come through, we tried to honor it. The mujadara and 2 orders of rice were missing because we hadn't prepped those items, as they were not offered for the buyout..." The restaurant knew on Friday what I was ordering for Tuesday. They had plenty of time to reach out to me and tell me they would be closed and wouldn't be able to fulfill the order. Instead, they knowingly sent out an order without all of the food for our group and charged as if we received everything. This shows a lack of professionalism and is disrespectful.

I've been a number of times to the yellow in Georgetown, but this was my first time to the union…read moremarket location. It's nice that they have a pick up window to make it easier for online orders because even around two an hour before they close there was still a line out the door. It was moving pretty fast, so not as big of a deal. There's a decent amount of indoor seating, and I felt like the turnover of tables was pretty high with open seating, so not too hard to find a seat. I ordered the BBQ lamb shoulder pita which is also apparently rated one of the seven best sandwiches in North America. I can understand it. It was actually really good. A lot of good flavors. I felt like it was going to be not filling in the beginning, but was actually quite filling and had good meat depth in the pita. They pitas are made in house, so small imperfections make it more original. It is a little bit saucy so definitely grab some napkins, but it's a ton of flavor and definitely makes sense why it's one of their signatures. I've had their chicken pita in the past and that was also really good. Definitely a must stop if you're in the union market area. You can also order online if the line is

Good food, but that's where the positive experience ends…read more Service is a mess, some people getting numbers, others getting names called out. It's very chaotic, and this was at 2 pm on a weekday. There's only 1 single bathroom with massive line ups. Prices are standard for the area.