Fresh and delicious guacamole, a sweet horchata, and great tacos. The service was very nice, and…read morethe restaurant had a great atmosphere. Be sure to check out this restaurant.

Happy I could stop by I got the birria burito and the beef and all other items were well seasoned…read moreand tasted great. The beef was tender and flavorful. The other fillings had good seasoning as well. One thing Id improve is giving some coseme along with the burrito.

The best experience I've ever had at any restaurant…read more Shoutout to Derique for making sure we were taken care of and expelling his positive energy. Y'all hit that jackpot hiring that man. To Zach who moved an umbrella for us to make sure we didn't get rained on. It wasn't raining yet, and we didn't ask for it, but sure enough it started to drizzle a little while later. Finally to Dem who took an item off the bill because she could tell my Wife didn't really like it. Again, we didn't ask or say anything about it but she did it anyways. Of course the food was great, but the people were the best thing about this place.

Ona Saturday night around 8pm I wandered in and ordered the Duck "smoked and roasted breast with…read moreConfit Leg and Fruit Mostarda Bone Reduction" & the Collard Greens. I washed it down with a very flavorful Tempranillo Red. The collards were middle of the road flavorful. The vegetables relied heavy on the tartness of vinegar, but not the variety of notes I've had elsewhere. The dish was serviceable, tasty even. I just wouldn't flock back to taste it again. The duck came in two forms: the breast was extremely tender, and yet very subdued in flavor. The confit leg was "crispy", which was a bit of flavor at least. The tempranillo red wine was the most complex flavor palette during the meal. Service was prompt and professional. The restaurant itself is very Lloyd Wrightesque, lots of wood and geometrics. The 3 rating is for a casual return, but other options exist. (versus 4 for Must Go Back)

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.

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.

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.

Okay - 4 months have passed since my last review of New Dynasty so it's time for an update…read more The hot & sour soup is still the best I have ever had anywhere in the world. The egg rolls are crispy but not too oily - and they're delicious on top of that! I also had some beef and broccoli and it was super good too. The flavor was savory, strong and pure. The broccoli was crispy, the beef was moist. No thickening flavor like flour or corn starch was evident in its tasty sauce. It wasn't even too salty. Go figure! So, it's surprising that a place that looks so old and dirty can churn out such great tasting food BUT NEW DYNASTY DOES!!! I have to admit that the people at the ordering counter are pretty darn friendly too. Please do not avoid New Dynasty because of the way the outside looks. As your mama told you time and again, it is what's inside that counts. And inside New Dynasty, the food is really, really good!

Yes, this place looks like a dump! But I have consistently had over the last 3 to 4 months the best…read moreSingapore noodles I've ever had! I now switched to the shrimp only. Be careful to watch your step going down!

Brunch review ahead!!!!!…read more Ambiance- perfect for a cute date, time with friends, family members, or coworkers. The ambiance welcomes it all. Hospitality- The hostess was incredibly friendly and seated us upon arrival. Waiter- Eric was an AMAZING waiter. Bubbly personality, very polite and personable. His service was definitely a 10/10 Brunch- My friend and I decided to try their Easter Sunday brunch and my only regret was not visiting here sooner and not selecting an earlier time to dine, LOL! The entire experience was phenomenal! Bottomless mimosas- SO worth the extra $ Standout dishes: Adana meatballs Braised lamb Chicken Golden cauliflower Crispy Falafel Desserts: Baklava Brownie Kadayıf Sadly we did not get to experience all of the brunch menu items because brunch ends at 3pm and our reservations were at the heel of this time. Nonetheless, the standout dishes and desserts were enough for me to come back. I've enjoyed their happy hour, cafe area, and now their brunch. Can't wait to return.

Three stars isn't the actual rating; I'd say more 3.5. Stopped by after visiting the Dupont…read moreCircle's weekly farmer's market to try their Sunday brunch buffet. Was warmly greeted, seated, and given an overview of the menu and brunch package options; decided to opt-out of the bottomless drinks, which had an alcoholic (mimosas and Bloody Marys) and NA (juices, sodas, drip coffee and black tea), as I wanted to try their more speciality coffee and tea. The drinks I ordered were the Turkish coffee, Levantine-style tea and digestive tea. All were quite solid. The Turkish coffee was as robust as espresso, yet not overwhelmingly bitter and slightly sweetened. The Levantine tea was a smooth black tea with natural sweetness and layered with a mint steep and floral notes of hibiscus, and rose petal. The digestive was more herbaceous with fennel and pomegranate zest, in addition to a steep of spearmint. The food was more hit-or-miss. On one hand, the meat and seafood was all very delicious and well-made. The braised lamb shank is their speciality, and well-deserved, as it's moist, savory and tender. The short rib similarly so, and the chicken casserole, lamb biajeen, Adana kebab and steamed lavraki (sea bass) were all similarly flavorful. On the other hand, the sides and mezze options were more mixed; the dolmas and fresh bites cheese with za'atar/nuts were delightful, however, the borek, cheeses, and some of the dips tasted reheated and/or not super fresh, the Brussels sprouts were quite scorched, and the savory salmon waffles were bone dry and flavorless. The French onion soup had the right flavor profile, but not the intensity; it tasted watered-down and even looked it, due to the noticeable oil blebs on the surface. Dessert was similar; the melon and fruits were fresh enough, the yogurt bar was quality, the kadayif nutty with the sweetness balanced, and the layali lubnan was intoxicatingly tasty, but many of the baked goods looked rather packaged and the fondue station was mediocre. The staff, however, were extremely friendly (my special regards to Mia, she's a great conversationalist and a sweetheart!). They answered all my questions, and one of the bartenders even gave me half a lemon to zuzh up my tea with. As I said at the start, more 3.5 stars than 3 stars. The core of their offerings are all quality, so I can't quite dock them a full two stars for the food quality because they had buffets aren't usually renown for said quality. You really can't expect perfection from AYCE, even though I naturally encourage the management to avoid sourcing pre-made items from Sysco if possible. The friendly staff and eloquent Eastern Mediterranean ambiance allows me to still say I enjoyed this experience, and may be back for dinner in the future.

The chili olive naan is worth ordering on its own. The chili is worked into the dough rather than…read morejust sprinkled on top, and the naan comes out slightly charred with good chew -- noticeably better than standard naan. The lamb biryani is well-executed: rice cooked properly with each grain separate, lamb tender enough to pull apart easily, and layered spicing that doesn't hit all at once. It's a dish that reflects real technique rather than relying on heavy spice to make an impression. Overall a strong meal -- refined without being fussy, and consistent with Rasika's reputation as one of the better Indian restaurants in DC.

Excellent service, quality food and ambiance. The duck is a standout as it paired well with tge…read morecurry sauce, tender. It's not common and Indian restaurants. The spinach palak chaat is a staple with crisp spinach and tasty toppings. The black cod is still a flagship entree. The potatoes were a bit dry and could be better but work. The lamb was tender and well prepared. Some of the lamb dishes rotate seasonally. Regarding dessert, I love their cardamom gelato. The chocolate samosa was alright. The chocolate is rich but the dough has no flavor. I enjoy most items at Rasika as items are typically prepared well.

This is my go to takeout spot for lunch when I'm in the office. The food is great, price is…read morereasonable and delivery is always on time. We also cater for work from here on occasion and they have great options for catering!

In a nutshell: Superb…read more They've been around for decades and still deliver -- best bang for buck. The meats and rice are sublime. Old school, gold, cool!

This place is okay. The review is for take out only! I decided to grab a quick dinner before…read moreheading back home. I stopped in between 4-430 so noone was really in there. I decided to get a noodle bowl with steak and a bunch of veggies. I do like they had a sauce bar so I was able to get multiple sauces to go! I also grabbed some of their free miso soup to go as well. When I got home I ate my foods. There was barely any meat and mostly the extra ingredients. Def. Needed more sauce (I did a mix of yum yum and teriyaki) but luckily I grabbed more! Overall meal was good but wasn't mind blowing. Might have been when I went and the food was sitting out for a couple of hours. Who knows. The miso soup was terrible and tasteless. Couldn't eat it and threw it away (would not recommend). Maybe if I ate there during lunch or dinner time it would have been better other than that it's just average :/

Rarely does a fast casual spot impress me; but Bibibop got my attention…read more The array of foods to choose from is deceptive. It doesn't seem to be anything different from its competitors--but that's where I was wrong. The random bowl of food I ordered was quite delicious. The purple rice, sesame kale, kimche, savory potatoes, seasoned steak and other goodies I selected without much thought turned out to be a terrific meal. There are several sauces available for topping/dipping. The cucumber-wasabi, teriyaki and Korean red are noteworthy. Plus the free, hot miso soup is a nice touch. For $10, this is a good value for lunch or dinner.

Had the opportunity to visit Lapis / Lapop this week. Was immediately taken in by the interior, it…read morehas such a nice vibe! Perfect for a night out with friends. Made a reservation for 5pm, beat the rush, and was able to secure street parking across the street. The staff were very accommodating with making all our dishes (except the mixed grill) vegan, which was really appreciated! The appetizers were stellar, I was so surprised by the pakowra, I loved it. The pumpkin and onion potato filling in the bolani were very flavorful. The main entrees were good across the board and enjoyed the Golden Hills cocktail. They are generous with their drinks, mine was strong but not overwhelming so. NOTE!!! Their attached bar Lapop does not have a unique menu, it's the same as Lapis. Don't go there thinking they have exclusive drinks.

I felt like I was in this cool Middle Eastern fusion bistro I once went to in Paris…read more Loved this place. The atmosphere was fantastic. The vibe was really great--it is a bit noisy but in a lively way. I had the lamb chops. Excellent. Others had the lamb pilaf and the trout. They raved about their dishes. We started with the dumplings and a cold chickpea salad. Both were great.