This was a mind-blowing experience with phenomenal execution of what is honestly a challenge - locally- and responsibly-sourced ingredients in a predominantly vegan space. The only dish that wasn't that impressive was the namesake oyster. But every other dish stood out, service was excellent, and the entire staff is very familiar with the multi-course menu. The ultimate highlight for me was the mushroom, among the best I've had, with a rich and spicy seasoning that elevated the dish. If I lived in DC, this would be a perfect date night spot. read more

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I appreciate and am a big fan of their dedication to locally and responsibly sourced ingredients, the level of care they give every ingredient, the engagement and knowledge of the staff, and the overall layout of the small space was very nice. Phenomenal philosophy that fell short of execution for our party of 4. The wine and juice pairings were a bit hit or miss. NA sparkling Riesling for the juice pairing was an absolute delight. Many of the wines just fell pretty flat for us, not much body, not really adding to the dishes served. Juices were overall very interesting! Again, super cool that they offer full NA pairings. The standouts were the oyster and their divine bread service with marigold vegan 'butter'. None of the courses were bad, but many of them were very interesting sounding but didn't really shock and awe us in terms of flavor - just a decent bite or two. None of us were really taken aback by any particular dish. Pay for food in advance, tight reservation windows meant we got the boot and didn't really get to chat over our final dessert/digestifs (we were offered to hang out in an adjacent to the restaurant private dining room, but we had to wait there for our table originally... so we just headed home), and the overall price point... combined with everything else just made the experience very mid overall. We were really looking forward to Oyster Oyster, but it was a miss for us. read more

Where to even start! I've been to this restaurant a few times, and each time it is consistently exceptional. The food, service, ambiance...everything is always perfect. The creative and reuse touches are so unique and add to the restaurants overall message of focusing on local and using what is available. The way that each course reuses a prior element and yet tastes so unique and different speaks volumes about the OO authenticity. Each bite is an adventure and at the end, you're ready to begin again. What's most appreciated is that this isn't a large establishment, so you feel very seen, taken care of, and in an intimate environment. When booking you have the option of sitting at the chefs counter or at a table. I've only done the latter, but the first could be fun. They also have an optional wine pairing (alcoholic and non alcoholic). This is a great restaurant and will definitely be returning. read more

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I will not bore anyone with my pedestrian take on this inventive preparation of food. We knew it would be good, but it left us, happy, amazed, full, and with a new respect for the possibilities of a vegan diet. The wine pairing, the menu paper, the service, the stories, the seating arrangement: everything was special. Thank you. read more

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Food was good but why are we still doing the 22% service charge in 2026. With minimum wage rises paused and no tax on tips, this is like a 30% service charge with base priced also rising. Especially on wine, where there's no service beyond screwing a top and pouring? I asked them to remove it so I could add a more reasonable 18%. They refused..... read more

Oyster Oyster - Vegetarian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Truly- one of the best meals I've ever had. They do excellent work with vegan and local ingredients. The staff are also incredibly knowledgeable and excited to tell you about dishes. The environment itself is small and intimate but make for a wonderful experience. If you can splurge, I'd highly recommend doing the wine or juice pairing. We did wine and were so happy with the flavors and stories of each bottle. I can't wait to return already! read more

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My boyfriend and I went to Oyster Oyster for his birthday, as I'd always wanted to try it, and he was willing. It's a small, sleek restaurant in Shaw, and we got a bit of street theatre as we looked out over 8th Street. Oyster Oyster is a vegetable-forward, largely vegan restaurant. Although they do serve oysters and honey, the tasting menu can easily be made vegan. Oyster Oyster is about sustainability and strives to be a zero-waste restaurant. The food items are largely sourced from farms in Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, and the menu changes seasonally, with occasional tweaks during the season. Some of their plates are made from upcycled wine bottles. At the end of service, you get a list of what foods you ate, printed on a page that you can plant. We began with a rich mushroom-garlic welcoming broth. From there, we had three small bites of a corn masa with a creamy center, a tomato with seaweed and sesame, and a lion's mane mushroom wrapped in kohlrabi. The next dish was a new potato "salad" that looked more like a potato cake with celery root, mushrooms, and potato skin vinaigrette, followed by a honeynut squash with peanut, farro, and hen of the woods mushrooms. This also came with a dome of bread and marigold butter. (Leftover bread is ground up and cooked into the next day's bread.) I wasn't a fan of the final savory dish, eggplant dumplings, but that's just me. Dessert was corn "froyo" with popped sorghum and gooseberries. And as a final treat, we got a baby fig and sesame-mushroom fudge. Since it was my boyfriend's birthday, they brought over a dish of mushroom-shaped stones for him to select as a gift. I will definitely be back, but maybe when they change their seasonal menu. read more

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I treated myself to a solo date at Oyster Oyster. My reservation was right at opening and was seated upon arrival. Prior to my reservation, the restaurant reached out to ask about my dietary restrictions. Oyster Oyster is mostly vegetarian, but they also serve oysters. They wanted to know if I wanted full vegetarian or to have an oyster. Food: I opted for a full vegetarian experience. It was quite delicious. I only wished I was served more mushrooms. It was about 8 courses, with each course being a few bites. Service: Service was excellent. I was sat at the kitchen counter, where I could watch the chefs make each of their courses. The servers were all friendly and knowledgeable about each course. TL;DR - Great vegetarian experience with great service. Wish there was more served mushrooms. read more

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Oyster Oyster has been on my restaurant list for a long time, and it definitely did not disappoint! My partner and I ventured here for a Friday night dinner at 8 pm. Definitely note that the entire menu is done in a tasting format and that you should make a reservation ahead of time. Upon entry, the staff greets you with warm smiles and welcomes you to their quaint dining space. It is an intimate setting, and everyone is there to make you feel special. The entire team ensured we were right at home and continued to throughout the whole evening. The menu is seasonal and rotates based on the local produce that they source in the DMV. Everything is primarily vegetarian and their drinks are wine, beer or juices. The dinner started with warm broth, followed by a selection of fall vegetables formatted as finger foods. The squash bite and the oyster were by far my favorites. Next we munched on their amazing home made bread with vegan butter, followed by their steak mushroom dish. It is definitely the focal point of the whole menu. We finished the evening with two lovely desserts, the small cookies being the perfect touch for the evening. They also offered us champagne to celebrate our move out of DC. We absolutely loved this experience. We would recommend it to anyone who is interested in an amazing evening celebrating an occasion. Cheers! read more

A wonderful vegetarian Michelin experience that left us both full and satisfied. I was excited that my partner was able to snag a reservation at Oyster Oyster especially as we're kicking off our year with a meat-free and dry January. The restaurant recently rolled out their late winter menu exploring ferments and we were wowed by every dish. My favorites were the main course-- loved the lions mane mushroom-- and the mochi dessert. We had the kombucha to drink. Service was wonderful and personable. 10/10 experience! read more

Oyster Oyster - Squash mochi - Vegetarian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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*Note: I am reviewing Oyster Oyster having attended a special tasting experience here - Trés Veg - which featured Latin American cuisine and corn. Oyster Oyster is a lovely, small restaurant in Shaw. As noted above, the menu when I went was different than their normal one, but I still feel I got a glimpse into their approach to food and service. The service was outstanding - courteous and helpful and attentive without feeling like too much. As for the food, it was fresh and clearly made with care. The welcome broth was outstanding and set the bar for the rest of the meal. The flavors were deep and well-developed, especially in the mole. I can't wait to return to try their more "traditional" menu! read more

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An experience you wish to relive over and over and over and over and....you get the point. There's a reason this place is being spotlighted throughout the Nation. Oyster Oyster is intentional about all things - their ingredients, their wines, their guests needs. My experience started 2 days prior to my reservation when the chef called to triple check all my allergies, walking me through the dishes. First time for that! After an incredible dinner, my experience ended with a jar full of little charm mushrooms and selecting one for good health. The littlest things go a long way, and that's something stuffy Michelin Star restaurants forget - not Oyster, Oyster! read more

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An outstanding Michelin star restaurant and the ideal of what a Michelin star restaurant should be-outstanding, above-and-beyond service from the moment my friend and I arrived until we left, great ambiance, innovative food, presentation, and plating, and phenomenal food taste. Oyster Oyster changes its menu seasonally, so my friend and I had the fall menu served between late September and late December (see picture below). Highlights included the harvest salad (one of the five best salads I've ever had), the celeriac taco, the sweet potato dumplings, and the poached quince. Although expensive (everything prepaid online), Oyster Oyster was worth every dollar. I highly recommend for your next very special occasion! read more

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Solid three (yelp) star fine dining in DC. The kitchen demonstrates solid technique. However, front of the house fails to deliver. Service was disjointed and the sommelier particularly disappointed. Space is small and casual. For a date night go with a later seating, restaurant has a wall of windows with no curtains and is rather bright. Once we were seated, we were handed a drink menu with no explanation of the options. This was the first time my wife and I chose to split a wine pairing as we had cocktail reservations after dinner. Unfortunately the pours were consistently uneven -- my wife's glass consistently had less to the point where it became a running joke with each course. The final pour was most glaring, with both of us receiving less than half a typical serving. One of many small misses that added up to an overall mediocre experience -- it just didn't quite quench our thirst . Worth a try, but there are definitely better options nearby, especially for vegetarians and vegans. read more

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We had a lovely dinner last evening at Oyster Oyster and AMAZING still comes shy of our experience. The restaurant/decor is beautiful! The team from our greeting upon arriving continued with ALL the servers. Each dish we received was a delight to our palette...one delicious amazing dish after another!!! 100% recommendation!!! A vegan "must have" experience! read more

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A fantastic experience! Such a great ambiance and friendly staff. I sat at the chef's counter and the service was a delight and personable. The meal was absolutely delicious--one of the best I've had recently. I never knew a salad, celery root or a shiitake cookie could be so flavorful. With a James Beard award and Michelin Star, Oyster Oyster is definitely worth a try. read more

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What does one of the country's best new restaurants look like - a vegan Michelin-starred restaurant that sources local ingredients and has a seasonal menu. Oyster Oyster more than lived up to the accolades. The menu was creative with each dish full of interesting flavors sourced within the region. The staff was extremely friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Despite a packed restaurant, it was very clearly that the staff operated as a team ensuring you had what you need (and anticipating needed- my water was never empty and they were on the ready with my orders). I felt like I had multiple conversations with staff and was able to get their perspective on dishes - this truly added to the experience. I did not know what to expect with the food as I admittedly need to eat at more vegan-focused restaurants. I was really impressed with the flavors of each dish and how each seemed to build on the prior one. I left comfortably full while also craving more of each dish. If you want to get close to the action, I recommend bar seating as you get a firsthand look into the preparation and team making magic. read more

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Our party of four dined at 5:30 on a Saturday evening, just as the restaurant opened. The ambiance was pleasant and the service efficient yet friendly. The dining area filled up pretty quickly but conversation was easy. One nice touch was that our server asked if anyone was left-handed (no one was) -- the answers would've informed how they placed the silverware. It took me a moment to wrap my head around the menu (it's vegetarian EXCEPT that an oyster (the bivalve) is included. The restaurant caters to some dietary restrictions but not all. The red meat/game/shellfish avoidances of one diner and the vegetarian diet of another were easily handled. We asked for no finishing salt for one diner and that was also complied with. This was one of the best meals I've had, ever. I say this not only because the food was not only well prepared, as you would expect in any restaurant of this caliber, because it rose to the level of alchemy, where multiple ingredients that you wouldn't have thought to put together take a dish to a new and unexpected level. I would have rated every dish a solid "A" or higher. We all especially loved the potato salad and the old/new bread. I loved the kojinut squash, with the bread dunked in it, as our server recommended. The restaurant offers four beverage pairings: juice; (alternating) wine and juice; "OyOy" wine pairing, and a high-end wine pairing. All were also "alchemical" in that they took the dish they were paired with to a new level. The restaurant aims for sustainable and zero-waste practices and local, seasonal ingredients. This approach, which is carried out systematically throughout the restaurant in all kinds of ways, is explained at https://www.oysteroysterdc.com/sustainability/ and also by the servers. I was particularly touched that for one of the courses they had sourced almost everything from a local purveyor that had recently experienced a devastating fire, in an effort to support and highlight them. When you reserve your table, you pay for the (prix fixe) meal, tax, and a 20 percent service charge. As in Europe, everything is covered, unless you want to leave a nominal tip for outstanding service. On site, you pay only for your beverages. Tax and a 20 percent charge is also added to those. The tasting menu at this time of year was $135. With hefty DC restaurant tax and the 20 percent service charge, the meal came to $175, which I thought was fair for the quantity and quality of the meal. Our beverage pairings (one wine/juice and one wine) came to an additional $200, also a pretty fair price I thought, for what we got. This is all clearly explained on the bill. The restaurant is small, probably no more than a dozen tables, seating either two or four people. If your party is larger than that, you can reserve the adjacent funky-decor "Shroom Room" for a private dining experience. In short, although this review has turned out to be pretty long, Oyster Oyster was a real treat and a memorable meal. read more

Oyster Oyster - Oyster Oyster seasonal menu for 6 December 2025. - Vegetarian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

"FUCK AROUND AND FIND OUT" -Oyster Oyster (a D.C. pearl) They say a picture is worth a thousand words; however, there aren't always words to describe those unique experiences with our taste, smell and visual senses. And when combined over the course of a meal at Oyster Oyster--it truly is an incredibly special experience. Those behind this incredible eatery and those who help maintain its allure obviously possess passion, integrity and a discipline for purposeful action. They mean what they say and follow through on their word. From the moment that they open, 5:30 means 5:30, not one second earlier or later, which is what the sign says if you arrive before the stated time. But once inside, that same philosophical mindset follows the next best two hours of your life you will experience on whatever date and time you get to sit and allow them to host you. Irrational obsession, something you expect from a Lao Tzu or Marcus Aurelius book, but this establishment embodies it. Everything is done intently and with purpose. Why they ask you your dominant side-- for proper/convenient tableware placement Why do they wipe the table/counter after every course-- for fresh flatware placement. Yesterday's service bread is dried, ground, blended and repurposed into fresh baked loaves for "today's" service! Dishes are made from pulverized glass bottles. The food preparation behind the open counter resembles a symphony of culinary excellence and masterful execution. If eating with our eyes filled our belly's, then five minutes in would have you reaching to loosen that belt or wish you had worn those jeggings for dinner. Words could not describe how Oyster Oyster brings the season's flavors to life course after course. Michael Markarian led me through dinner with beverage pairings like a Master Somm. But when each chef presented their respective dishes their description of ingredients and processes it is a wonderful set-up, preparing the palate for the novel experience that's about to go down; like taking the potato and butternut squash skins, reducing them to tea leaf like consistency then brewing them to create the base for the au jus. I noticed Three signs when dining at the counter, Two Michelin Star Awards and One, not so conspicuous--"Fuck Around and Find Out". The sign hangs above the exit way in the kitchen, hanging and reminding; reminiscent of the Fighting Irish sign, "Play Like a Champion Today." Oyster Oyster absolutely played like a champion during my dinner service, and they most certainly did NOT Fuck Around as I found out. read more

Stellar vegetarian Michelin dining experience!! Making a reservation here was one of the best decisions we made before going on this trip. The tables were all booked! The space was really thoughtful as well, complete with oyster candles and a bag holder to boot. Service was down to earth yet professional, food was literally art and yummy, we cleaned off all our plates! To top it off, they had the best dessert complete with mochi balls. I can't describe the menu as well as these pictures can but it left me wanting more..and they always rotate the menus. It's worth the experience. read more

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Overall we had a great time here! The menu was very interesting and ordered very well. The setting is very intimate and quiet, servers are knowledgeable and attentive without being too overbearing. Most of the menu is veggie forward so definitely be prepared if you don't like vegetables. Only note is that some of the dishes were a tad bit over seasoned for my taste but still delicious. read more

Oyster Oyster blew away all expectations. Unique, delicious, surprising, and welcoming - I have not had a better dining experience in 15 years living in DC. From the warm and friendly staff (Midya was so nice) to the knowledgeable chefs and service, everything was perfect. We sat at the kitchen counter. The vibe is comfortable and not at all pretentious. But the service was phenomenal. There are many courses, and the amount of food left us full and satisfied. There were some courses that "look" like it may taste like something familiar but plays a trick on your brain once your taste buds hit realization. This is my new favorite restaurant in DC, and I will be recommending it to all of my friends. read more

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Theres a parking garage right next door so we didnt have any issues finding a parking spot. A smaller space than expected so if you do show up early, you'll likely have to wait outside or take a quick walk around the block like we did. When we did come back, our table was still being prepared but that was probably the bumpiest part of the evening. A quiet and quaint little space, it was definitely cozy. They have mocktails and wine but only 2 options for beer which was a little disappointing but the wine recommended ended up being perfect for me. The food was definitely the highlight and I was pleasantly surprised at how flavorful and amazing everything was. I really loved the lions mane and we were all very full by the end of the night. We were sent home with a copy of the menu and my mother in law got a little keepsake for her birthday. I would definitely recommend coming here to try something a little different than the other Michelin restaurants and just in general! read more

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We have dined here twice in the past year. I prefer the winter menu to the the more recent spring visit, but both were innovative and delicious. The winter menu was a bit heartier and mushroom forward whereas the spring was much lighter. The service is not as great as anticipated for a Michelin stared restaurant. We had the same server both times and he fell a bit short. It's a very small restaurant and the ambiance is warm and welcoming. Reservations are reccommended a week or more in advance due to the size. Overall, I'd attend again but likely as for a different server. read more

Oyster Oyster - Menu - Vegetarian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I loved my experience here. I took my mom out for her birthday dinner. We are both vegetarian, so having a fine dining spot that is dedicated to that is a dream. Every single course was amazing. The presentation, the balance of flavors, the source of the food, and even the portion sizes were perfect. I left pleasantly full without feeling either hungry or too full. My mom had a delicious wine with dinner (not the tasting) that was recommended by the stellar Sommelier. I had a delicious dealcoholized wine that was delicious. I think it's the first non alcoholic wine I have ever enjoyed. The whole experience was very special. Our table was great. The ambiance is warm yet elegant, and the servers were attentive, professional, and a lot of fun. Before I could even realize I wanted something - it was there. Truly impressive. We had a great evening here. It is a wonderful dining experience. Enjoy! read more

Oyster Oyster - Vegetarian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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My husband and I are big meat eaters, but we really enjoyed their vegetarian-predominant menu. At $135/person, you can choose between an all-vegetarian menu or to substitute one of the amuse bouches with a raw oyster (the seafood kind). I am not a fan of raw oysters, so opted for the all-vegetarian menu. Each course had unique flavors and textures. It was really fun to try foods from different preparations. For a restaurant that serves mostly seasonal fungi and vegetables, I was not expecting so many preserved vegetables. They all tasted good, so no complaints there. With the multiple courses, the meal was actually pretty filling. The most unique item I saw there? The oyster shell candles. read more

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I visited Oyster Oyster for a special menu dinner. The food, wine pairing, and service were all excellent. I also appreciate their mission to be more sustainable and locally sourced. Your menu might vary, but we got dishes like: - fried celery root nest - a small bite, excellently fried, very tasty - truffled potato - tasty although pretty typical potato - beets with smoked tomato - not a very strong beet flavor (this is a good thing), very strong tomato flavor, also had an oyster in it. Excellent - kohlrabi with mushroom ragout - also excellent - beet bread with "butter" - very good, also not a strong beet flavor - confit squash and stuffed cabbage - excellent - apple spice cake - very good, although pretty sweet if you don't have a sweet tooth. I enjoyed it, my companion did not finish hers. We also had very nice wine pairings and service. Definite recommend. read more

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Try their grandma pizza slices, which are perfect for bites, and their fresh oysters. Get their chili and the mushroom XO sauce for the dressing on the bivalves! Staff are friendly and welcoming! The space is small, as it holds up to 20 guests at a time and opens at 5 in the evening - great for HH get-togethers. Note that it's attached to Oyster Ouster at the pickup area. read more

Went here for my birthday and I was blown away! Every dish was so exciting totally new flavors I've never experienced. Their commitment to sustainability is very impressive. Lighting made from mushroom mycelium new bread made with yesterday's bread leftovers with the marigold butter was a standout. The service was the best I ever had everyone was so friendly! I had just recently quick drinking and I used to love a good wine pairing and to my surprise they had a fresh house made juice pairing that didn't disappoint. Just like the food each creation was so unique and delicious. My husband is not vegan but he was equally impressed and left totally satisfied, he was even jealous of my fun juices. I really can't say enough good things about this place. One of my favorite dining experiences ever! I can't wait to come back in the spring to see what's new. read more

Inventive dishes and fun for the palette. Service was great; ambiance elegant and minimal. The English peas was beautifully presented, actually all the dishes were gorgeous, but it smelled a little funky. Not bad funky just....different. However it tasted good, the green pea paste in the wonton-like package was delicious. The marigold butter tasted like pate, yum! As for drinks, all four of us opted for the non-alcoholic pairing. To me, they tasted like bland kombuchas or lackluster fruit juices. I was not thrilled except for the last one which was more like a bubbly white. The 2nd one (the sparking blanc de blanc) we all agreed smelled, and tasted, not great. Beverages aside, this was a fun experience and the food was quite filling. read more

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Great vegetarian michelin restaurant! Almost all of the dishes served here are vegetarian with the exception of an oyster that they serve during the first course. Th oyster was dressed with kimchi juice, the kimchi juice was very fresh and not fermented enough for my liking, thus I think you're not missing anything if you were to skip the oyster. They have a vegan option as well which many people opted in to. We were very full by the end of the meal! Our favorite dishes were the broccoli bread and the asparagus with ramps, this was to die for! Second favorite was the pumpkin seed gnocchi which was very hearty and filling (served with a fennel salad on top so it was very well balanced). Since it was my birthday, they gave me a bowl of little porcelain mushrooms which I was able to pick one and take home with me! The chefs serve and introduce the dishes to you so you get the most detail about the dishes which was a great touch. read more

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We came here for our anniversary and absolutely loved it! Many small courses with knowledgeable and kind staff who described in detail every ingredient in every course. We're doing dry January, so opted out of the wine pairing, but we will likely come back again and include the wine. Our server brought us a zero proof sparkling rose at the end of our meal and pretty much every staff member wished us a happy anniversary throughout the evening. We really appreciated the attention to detail. I loved that most ingredients were plant-based and locally sourced. It made me feel good about the food we were consuming. I also love that they seem to update their menu based on the season, and if we do return it will be in a different season to have that new experience. The stand-outs for us were the dried celery root, the pecan mousse at the bottom of the winter salad, the beet bread & butter, the heirloom beans (truly the best beans I have ever had), and the lions mane mushrooms. I also love that they gave us a printed menu at the end that included every course. I loved this experience and though it was pricey, will probably be back again! read more

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Enjoyed dinner here while in DC. It is a prepay/price fix venue. The atmosphere is nice- it's small and you are near the open kitchen- a cool concept especially for the foodie. The service was nice and professional- not quite as personal as I like but very efficient. It is strictly vegetarian and locally sourced. Everything was very good with great flavor- dinner was pleasant and even though the portions are on the small side, you leave satisfied. read more

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It's hard to say exactly where this restaurant falls on my favorites list but it's easily top 5, if not top 3. My middle name might as well be "meat" but I did not miss the meat in this meal one bit. Everything was perfect. The dishes all had excellent flavors and textures but my favorites were the celeriac, the salad with oyster, and the custard. I was also pleasantly full after the meal which I was a little unsure of going into it. We also got the wine pairing which was 5 or 6 glasses and was probably my favorite beverage pairing from any restaurant. There were some very unique wines you won't find anywhere else, and as they poured it they told you about the flavors, growing environment, and the winery. My only complaint is they don't have a phone number on their website or anywhere else. I definitely want to come back and try the other seasons' menus! read more

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We celebrated our anniversary last Saturday night at Oyster Oyster, which we have wanted to try since opening. The food and experience exceeded our expectations. The flavors were complex and left my taste buds wanting more. Not sure I had a favorite course...they were all so delicious. The entire staff was attentive and made us feel as if we were the only ones in the room. Loved the trendy, casual vibe as well. I can't wait to go back for next seasons menu. I am vegan, my husband is a meat eater and loved it as much as I did. Thank you Oyster Oyster for making our 1st anniversary spectacular. We will be back. read more

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I was skeptical about a Michelin star restaurant with a vegetarian tasting menu but was totally blown away by Oyster Oyster! If you have the Capital One dining perk you can make a reservation the week of or week before which is what we did. We had a 6pm reservation on a Friday and snagged a beautiful table next to the window thanks to their helpful staff. They only serve beer and wine from what we could tell and we both decided to go with the beverage pairing. The pairing was $60 and included 5 different and unique wines that change/enhance with each course they are paired with. It was totally worth it. Highly recommend getting it! Courses 1) Melon with peanuts and herbs - the juiciest and sweetest cantaloupe I've ever had! 2) Crispy Celeriac - Celery root fried with a tofu purée. Enjoyed in a single bite! Paired with a French Alps Pinot Blanc (white wine) 3) Heirloom Tomatoes - the freshest tomatoes with their famous oyster hiding in the middle Paired with a Listan negro rose from the Canary Islands (savory rose) 4) Summer Squash served with a badger flame beet bread and marigold "butter" - my favorite course by far! Paired with a French red wine from the northern Rhône region 5) Graffiti Eggplant - pan fried with a roasted lunch box pepper. May have been my least favorite but still delicious. Paired with a 100% Chardonnay Champagne 6) Summer Berries - Black walnut mousse with berries and jam Paired with a dessert wine of Moscato Ottonel and Vidal grapes 7) Stone fruit - Peach's with toasted buckwheat that's candied and lemon verbena 8) Shiitake chip cookie - I wanted more than one of these! The staff was so great as was expected of a Michelin star rated restaurant. The greeters helped me get the table we wanted and continued to help throughout the night. Our waiter, Eric, was so nice and helpful and patiently explained each wine pairing for us. The courses were brought out by different staff members who beautifully explained each dish. The vibe was relaxing most of the night and where we were sitting it was quiet for the most part. There was one point another table got a little louder towards the end of the meal but they quickly settled. They were just excited about the food I'm sure! Overall, the meal was a wonderful experience and I left pleasantly full. The menu changes seasonally and reservations can be difficult but you should definitely add Oyster Oyster to your DC Michelin tour! read more

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Writing a quick update as I've been to about every menu so far - just as wonderful as before. Service is so friendly and personable, I love the space and open kitchen, and each menu has seasonal components that are transformed and turn into very well rounded dishes. Never had vegetables presented this well anywhere else, everything is fun and unique, definitely a great dining experience and unlike any other in dc. Instead of trying to make vegetables meat-like, they prepare them perfectly with wonderful sauces and make them the star. Keep doing what you're doing OO! Also the wines we've had have always been a nice compliment to the courses. Again the only downside is the meal can be on the lighter side (and faster as a result) - only about 7 courses usually which includes the amuse bouche and post dessert cookie. read more

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Oyster Oyster stands for a culinary experience. The flavors we had were delightful with beautiful presentation. It was our first vegetarian-focused tasting meal and each course was a flavor party. Time slowed down throughout the tasting as I closed my eyes to experience the harmony and dance of the various flavors. I think it's relatively easy to make meat sexy and enticing, but you can see the top technique in the way these vegetables were treated and lovingly prepared. We were delighted, surprised and left quite joyful and full. The umami broth to start your meal was like a warm hug, followed by a dip in the ocean with a scrumptious seaweed and sesame bite. My absolute favorite (though I loved every course honestly) was the golden beet bread with marigold sunflower seed butter. Imagine the bread of your dreams, light but chewy with that slight crispiness on the outside and a dip I'd love to spread on everything I eat from now on. Just salivating thinking about this again... I also loved that the restaurant's mission of sustainability also included sourcing from other like minded businesses. It also highlighted produce, peanuts and beverages from Virginia which I thought was super neat. The ambiance was the kind of cool-chic warmth where you instantly feel at ease. The staff were all super engaging and personable. This is in my top restaurants in DC. Hope to come back soon! read more

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Set menu with amazing unique dishes using the best local produce. Staff explained each dish and was very attentive.

Great experience, service was so friendly and thoughtful! Food is very unique and delicious. The taco was the favorite of the night, though everything was great. Very sleek environment, and hardly any noise so very easy to enjoy conversation. Would recommend! read more

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