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    Rice Bar L'Enfant

    3.8 (16 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 6:00 pm

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    Angel T.

    Food excellent. I always find it annoying when a tip is requested at a place where you stand at a counter to get your food and then you place your dirty items in bins yourself.

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    Meili L.

    Efficient spot for a quick lunch. I ordered ahead and went in for pick up. You cant go wrong with the bulgogi meat. I was in the mood for noodle soups, so i went for the yam noodles. I didnt get to read the nutrition info on the noodles, but i was hoping they are low carbs:0. They were delicious, so it was worth it. For under $10, this is definitely a great lunch spot. All the toppings are fresh and have varieties.

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    I was expecting more from the high ratings at different location. Food was okay but service was poor. Would not recommend this location.

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    Have been here a few times. Totally fell in love with it. Food is amazing and staff super kind. One of my faves in DC

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    4.4(3.5k reviews)
    1.5 miShaw, Downtown
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    Yep. If you're reading this, you should just make that reservation and go... and yes, I would…read morerecommend a reservation because this place is pop-u-lar, and I see why. The space itself is bright and airy and a bit on the noisy side. But the service was very good, and the food was served quite quickly. I've been on a shakshuka kick lately, so I opted for the the Sweet Potato Shakshuka, which is described as: Sweet Potato Curry, with Chickpeas and Sunny Eggs with a the chicken add-on - gotta get that protein in, after all. This was one of the most unique shakshukas I'd ever had... It literally tasted like a curry dish you might get at your local Indian restaurant, with a bit of a brunch flair to it. The curry itself had a wee bit of spice and was a bit sweet - but that could have been from the sweet potatoes. The chicken was served in a bowl on the side, which felt a bit... odd... I would've expected it to be incorporated into the main dish. It was kind of bland and a bit lukewarm, so I don't know that I'd order that again... but I would definitely order this again!

    True to its name, Unconventional Diner is not your average brunch spot - it delivers on fun and…read moreunique dishes (available until 3:45pm). The Tikka dish with fried egg was tasty, but wish paneer or larger protein option was built-in (not an upcharge)! The creamy red Tikka curry sauce, caramelized onions, crispy brussel sprouts, and fried ere tasty and paired well, the dish felt incomplete and something was missing, maybe some paneer or naan? I paid $5 for a side of zesty naan topped with different spices and really wish it came with the dish just came with it. While I was tempted to order the falafel, I couldn't justify shelling out another $5 for another upcharge and spend $10 on them for a total of $26 for just an entree - when these 2 upcharges should have been included in the entree by default. Wish there were more fun vegetarian dishes on the menu. Might come back for drinks and to explore the menu!

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    2.6(16 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    The food was about as good as an average sandwich you could slap together with stuff from the…read moregrocery store for like 5$, there were two ladies working but didn't seem very social, overall despite being a cheap sandwich.. for 2 sandwiches, 2 monsters, an apple, chips, 2 things of candy, and a very small amount of self serve stuff (less than a pound) cost 109$ for something I could run to the store and buy everything I need for 20-30$. The place downstairs is not only cheaper but has more food options and actually has hot food.

    I almost never leave a one star review, but a member of the staff's behavior was so repugnant that…read moreit's warranted. I stopped by the food court here with an elementary school class of 3rd graders to have lunch. They brought sack lunches and I wanted to order something from the counter at the restaurant. No sooner had I sat down with six children than I was approached by a small man on the staff who told me to go elsewhere. Mind you, all the tables were empty and I hadn't even ordered yet. Instead of asking me if there was anything he could get me, he led the conversation with "go elsewhere". Yes, this inconsiderate man told FIVE CHILDREN to get up and go elsewhere to eat. I was shocked and repulsed at his behavior. Rude, unnecessarily curt and left me truly at a loss for what passes for courtesy any longer. Two big thumbs way, way DOWN.

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    Daikaya Ramen Shop - Super spicy shoyu

    Daikaya Ramen Shop

    4.1(3.8k reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    Daikaya Ramen is an unassuming spot serving some seriously flavorful ramen in DC. If you're a ramen…read morelover, this place is definitely worth seeking out. We ordered the Spicy Miso with the spice bomb and egg, along with the veggie ramen with spice bomb. The Spicy Miso was the clear winner--easily one of the most flavorful ramen bowls I've had, with just the right kick and incredible depth. The veggie ramen was also excellent and a great option for vegetarians. We also tried the gyoza, spring rolls, and Sapporo beer. For dessert, we ordered the black sesame ice cream, but the ramen portions were so generous that we were too full to finish it! Service was quick, attentive, and efficient. The atmosphere is exactly what you'd want from a Japanese ramen spot--casual, lively, and unassuming. The food felt authentic and the flavors really stood out. They also have an izakaya upstairs, which we unfortunately didn't get a chance to try. Definitely saving that for the next visit!

    Let me start by saying I recently visited Daikaya on Monday, August 3, 2026, and unfortunately the…read moreservice that day was disappointing. I gave that particular visit 1 out of 5 stars. However, I also want to mention that Daikaya is one of my family's favorite ramen spots, so we were genuinely surprised by the experience because it has always been much better in the past. When we arrived, we were told that our entire party had to be present before we could be seated, which we understood. We also know that seating is first come, first served. In the past, we've been able to sit in a booth with two people, but this time we were informed that booths were reserved for parties of three or more. It was a little frustrating because the restaurant was slow at the time, and my wife politely explained that we would likely be finished before the dinner rush. Even so, we respected the policy and waited until a seat became available. I do want to give Terry a shoutout because he was very kind and professional. I explained that I couldn't sit at the bar due to my foot, and he was understanding. However, when he relayed that information to another employee, I immediately noticed a change in the other gentleman's body language and attitude. He seemed irritated about having to seat us. Once we were seated, the interaction only became more uncomfortable. He slammed our cups onto the table, and when I asked for a straw, he didn't hand it to me--he simply placed it down without saying much. There were several other small interactions throughout our meal that made us feel unwelcome. It reached the point where we decided we'd rather leave, so we flagged Terry down, asked for to-go containers, and requested the check. During our visit, I also noticed a party of four seat themselves and grab their own menus while both servers had their backs turned at the bar. When the same gentleman approached them, his demeanor was completely different. He was pleasant, took their order right away, and their food came out promptly. Watching that interaction made our experience feel even more disappointing. The food, thankfully, was excellent as always. That's one thing Daikaya continues to get right. I also noticed that none of the staff members we're used to seeing--who have always been warm, welcoming, and respectful--were working that day. Overall, this visit was a rare disappointment because the customer service simply wasn't up to the standard we've experienced over the years. While this particular experience deserves a low rating, I also want to acknowledge that every previous visit has been excellent. I'm hoping this was just an off day because Daikaya has consistently been one of our favorite places for ramen.

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