We stopped just for happy hour and had the grape leaves - very good! Also my Espresso Martini was…read moredelicious. The restaurant was very clean and tables were nicely decorated. The music was relaxing and just the right volume so we could talk without hearing others. Wish we had time for dinner. Hope next time.

Unfortunately their food wasn't good at all. We ordered three different dishes and were…read moredisappointed with all of them. It all tasted like canned food items. The meatballs on the sampler were raw, we informed the server and he took it to the cook who said it was fine and is supposed to look like that. The server did a great job although I wouldn't recommend this restaurant.

When we lived in the middle east, I would destroy Lebanese food. It's been hard to find authentic…read moreLebanese food. They had the garlic paste I love and their chicken is the best I have had. Very tender, and very flavorful. I ate so much that I had heart burn all night, but so worth it It's a great restaurant inside and out. It has great lighting and the service was perfect. I'll be back.

The restaurant was cute. There was indoor and outdoor seating available. I ordered the calamari and…read morea Greek salad. The calamari was delicious, however, it could have been fried longer. The Greek salad had so much flavor. I wish I ordered it with a piece of salmon. I'll definitely be back. The service was great.

Service was very friendly and resident Ambiance was…read moredefinitely like being transported across the waters. Food was delicious and freshly made Highly recommend the rice pudding!

It feels like you've stepped directly into Greece when you arrive at this restaurant! Apparently…read morethey have a pretty nice outdoor patio as well Large menu with tons of options including a very affordable tasting menu with 4-courses included for ~$40 I came here for dinner with my fiance and we tried a variety of dishes. While the hummus and our mocktails were disappointing, the rest of our food was tasty (especially the falafel - it was fantastic!). Service was very fast and people were very friendly

- Great happy hour! -- $6 sangrias but not that strong -…read moreWaiter is attentive - Hummus is good and lots of fresh pita - Patatas bravas are SO good with the aioli - Calamari is so fresh and chewy - Skewers are meaty with tzatziki - Nice shaded area outside not in the water with a pretty view of the water

The ambiance alone gives this place more than 3 stars -- the service was great as well…read more After dinner at Ada's on the River, we walked over to Barca, Ada's sister restaurant, for a change of scenery, and you really can't beat the setting. Sitting outdoors along the waterfront, watching the planes pass overhead while enjoying the evening breeze, is an experience all on its own. We ordered sangria, an Old Fashioned, and the lamb chops. The lamb chops absolutely stole the show, they were tender, flavorful, and easily the highlight of our visit. The drinks, however, didn't quite live up to the food. Both the sangria and the Old Fashioned were underwhelming and lacked the balance and flavor we were hoping for. Even so, Barca is worth visiting for its unbeatable outdoor ambiance. If you're looking for a place to relax by the water with great views and excellent lamb chops, it's a wonderful choice. Next time, I'd probably skip the sangria cocktail and focus on more of the food and the atmosphere.

Lovely place for wine and food. The specialty is lamb and seafood - highly recommend the flounder!…read more Service is wonderful - staff make you feel like family. I brought my scooter inside and the staff lifted it for me up the stairs. They also cut all the food in half if you want to share plates and are on point with water pours. Outdoor seating spot is a gem for Alexandria. Beautiful and relaxing and dog friendly.

Great place! Lovely atmosphere, we sat outside on a beautiful evening. They have a really great…read morepatio, and the inside looks very inviting as well. Food was really good, I wasn't blown away but I did like it, it was fresh and presented very beautifully, the eggplant mezze was good and the poached apricot dessert was also quite good-needed more apricot for the amount of yogurt though. The service was excellent, everyone who works there was very pleasant, and they did separate the checks for our group which was really convenient. I would definitely go back. Downsides are it's a bit pricey and the parking is a challenge.

The baba ghannouj is well-balanced -- smoky char from the eggplant comes through clearly without…read morethe tahini overwhelming it, and it's not overly heavy despite the richness. Good start to the meal. The lamb kleftiko is the standout of the three. Slow-cooked until it falls apart easily, with the seasoning penetrating all the way through rather than sitting on the surface. It's a dish that rewards the time it takes to prepare -- nothing rushed about it. The kofte kebab holds its own too -- well-spiced, good char on the outside, moist inside, not dried out the way kofte can sometimes end up. Solid textural contrast against the kleftiko. Overall a strong meal across the board -- each dish distinct but all working within the same confident, well-executed style that Zaytinya is known for.

A coworker recommended Zaytinya, and I quickly agreed--without realizing it's under the direction…read moreof celebrated chef José Andrés. That made the experience feel even more special in hindsight. We walked in on a Monday night without reservations (clearly a theme for us!), not knowing they were needed. Thankfully, they were able to seat us in the bar area, which turned out to be a perfect spot for a relaxed dinner and a glass of wine. We ordered a mix to share: hummus, spanakopita, kofte kebab, and adana kebab. Everything was delicious, but the spanakopita really stood out. It was a bit unexpected--not layered like the traditional version, but more of a rolled presentation. Even so, the flavors were wonderful and elevated in a way that made it memorable. The only slight disappointment for me was the wine selection. The red wines leaned more dry than I typically prefer--I tend to go for something more fruit-forward--but it didn't take away from the overall experience. Dessert was the one miss. We were really hoping for baklava, which wasn't on the menu. Instead, we ordered the walnut delight. While it had all the right flavors, it didn't quite deliver the wow factor we were hoping for. That said, the food, atmosphere, and overall experience were still impressive. I was excited to learn that Zaytinya has locations beyond D.C., including closer to home in the Bay Area--so I'll definitely be visiting again. Highly recommend, and maybe make a reservation!

Maydan was one of the most anticipated dining experiences for my partner and I on our DC trip and…read moreit was even better than I expected. Gorgeous restaurant centered around a giant hearth, the heart and soul of the space where much of the food is cooked. We went with two friends and opted to do ala carte, and ordered a bunch of items to share. - Muhammara & hummus spreads were both phenomenal - creamy, delicious goodness served with piping hot, generous portions of freshly made pita bread. - Halloumi with a nutty honey glaze - perfection - Sweet Potato - soft and just melts in your mouth - Mushrooms - super unique preparation, definitely worth a try. Very delicious. We also ordered every kabob on the menu (shrimp, scallop, chicken and lamb). The shrimp and chicken kabobs were excellent - charred to perfection and bursting with flavor. Paired with zhoug sauce, I was in heaven. Do not miss these! Scallop and lamb kabobs were just okay. Incredible service, beautiful ambiance, and a memorable meal that will stay with me. Grateful to have experienced Maydan!

Finally! I've been trying to make it to this restaurant, and my gfs took me for my birthday…read more The best experience. I can't quite tell you that you'd have the same experience each time you go because it all depends. I believe it also depends where you're sitting how impactful it will be on your experience as well. Whatever you do come back each time and try something else because I will Love Amb

I think we just unlocked our new favorite local spot! My partner and I drove past Omar's Pita &…read morePlatter a few weeks ago and said we'd have to stop in if we were ever back in the area. I'm so glad we did! The menu is simple, which I actually appreciate because it lets them focus on doing a few things really well. We ordered the chicken platter, and everything was fresh and flavorful. The chicken was perfectly seasoned and tender, the vegetables were cooked just right, and the rice was light, fluffy, and delicious. The sauces really brought the entire meal together and added the perfect finishing touch. We'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. If you're looking for fresh, delicious Mediterranean food with generous portions, Omar's Pita & Platter is absolutely worth a visit. A new favorite for us!

Whoever Omar is, someone give that man a hug! Flavorful and refreshing menu for a quick late night…read morebite. Visiting the DMV area to see a show at The Wharf, staying in a hotel nearby this place and wow, glad I stopped in. More impressed by how everything was still mad fresh even with ordering at 11:30pm. (They close at 12am.) Service was smooth, mans who took my order helped me and wifey navigate the menu in a firm but friendly way. Clean spot. Tidy drink frig. And they had those cold Arizonas on deck. I had the Jerk Chicken Platter. Wife had the Chicken platter no onions. Fries and of course a Fruit Punch Arizona. The jerk chicken was on point. Not too spicy not bland. Not necessarily Jamaican jerk but still valid. Chicken was cooked perfectly tho. Fries are just fries nothing special there. I'd give this spot a very solid 4.9 Took off one point for those fries. Bangin! Would definitely make my way back here for lunch next time I'm in town.