I loved this place! The decor inside is so chic and fun and the outdoor space is fantastic and colorful as well. Our waitress was amazing, we loved her. I started with the River Club Martini, which came out in a really fun and fancy display. For food, we shared a bunch of things--the lobster gnocchi was delicious, the lamb belly skewers are making me salivate just thinking about them again, the Lebanese peas were shockingly so good we were licking the plate, and the gambas al ajillo were classically well done--so much so that we ordered bread to sop up the sauce. The only thing that was just ok and that I *wouldn't* order again was the smashed cucumber. I can't *wait* to come back again, I want to try so many more things!!! read more

The food was good, but unfortunately the overall experience was disappointing. Service was extremely slow throughout our visit, and the staff seemed inattentive. We were seated in a room packed with other guests, which I can understand if there was a large party or staffing considerations, but it made the experience feel crowded and less enjoyable. I had indicated when making the reservation that we were celebrating a birthday. The staff acknowledged it, which was appreciated, but there was no special gesture beyond that. Even something small, such as a complimentary dessert or other thoughtful touch, would have helped make the occasion feel more special. What I found most frustrating was the additional 4% operational fee added to the bill. Operational costs are part of running a business and should be reflected in menu pricing rather than passed on as a separate charge to customers. Considering the premium prices already being charged for the food, this fee felt unnecessary and left a negative impression. The food itself was enjoyable, but the slow service, crowded seating arrangement, and added fee took away from what should have been a special celebration. read more

Went to River Club for a friend's birthday dinner. Had a really nice time! Definitely think it's worth a second visit to try out rest of menu and we had pre-fixe. Food: Since we had a large group here for a birthday we were all served the pre-fixe menu. This included a welcome drink of house margaritas, pita bread. hummus, salad, chicken, lemon pasta, and dessert per person. (Probably forgetting something). Portions were large and all the flavors were delicious. My favorites were the hummus, chicken and pita bread. Service: Our server was very friendly and attentive. We had some issues with table setup as our group was larger than expected but the staff and manager were very accommodating to ensure we all sat together. Ambiance: Restaurant decor and vibe is definitely well suited for a date night or just a general nice time. Feels upscale but isn't super pricey when compared to other restaurants in Georgetown area. read more

I came here for girls night to celebrate my birthday. I was pretty disappointed by the customer service, the wait time for the food was extremely slow. The food tasted okay nothing mind blowing for me to recommend. The branzino smelt very fishy, the arancino was good, bbq carrots too. When my friend asked for extra pita for the hummus she was asked to pay extra for a piece of pita. Another disappointing part which I've never seen was the birthday dessert I received which was basically a small piece of chocolate candy like you could have just kept that and not wished me happy birthday tbh. Literally those candy people have in a bowl at the lobby just a joke. Anyways yeah disappointing experience overall read more

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Incredible addition to the Georgetown food scene! River Club feels luxurious yet approachable without a formalized dress code. The food and cocktails run on the pricier side but everything is made with quality and fresh ingredients. The food was light and bright but also incredibly flavorful. I loved the labneh and burrata appetizers as well as the lobster pasta. The plates run on the smaller side but they're great for sharing a few different dishes. The service was amazing and the team came around to clear and wipe our table between courses. Can't wait to go back and try even more. read more

River Club - Burrata & labneh - Lebanese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The drinks were a bit slow and pricey, but the affogato is a dreaaaam and worth the price and wait. The beef carpaccio and hummus were the absolute stars of the show! The beef carpaccio is also a pretty killer deal for how large the serving was. The bed of mashed potatoes the short rib rests on should push you to get the dish. The tuna crudo was also very fresh and bright. A wonderful overall dining experience. The vibe is also super cool and everyone should go on a date there. read more

River Club - Beef carpaccio, short rib, tuna crudo, hummus, lemon pasta - Lebanese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

A girlfriend and I went to River Club for shareables and drinks. Come to find out that the restaurant is part of Restaurant Week and only that menu was available, which we weren't feeling at the time. The staff felt really bad about it. They were very sweet too. Rather than leaving immediately, we enjoyed a couple drinks before venturing elsewhere. We will definitely be back to try River Club's everyday menu. read more

River Club - Entrance - Lebanese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This was the best restaurant I visited in the DMV. We got the branzino, shrimp entree, pasta limon, fattoush, carrots all were delicious, plenty of flavor. The pasta had a strong lemon flavor in the best way. The service was great. The restaurant had low light not too loud but a nice ambiance. My only issue was there was no sweet drink no good dessert. They had tokaij but I didn't like it. There are no flavored margaritas no flavored Mojito. Waitor said serious drinks only (not verbatim) read more

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After dining here for a birthday dinner I had to come back for brunch and again they exceeded all expectations. Everything was delicious. Our wonder waiter Daniel explained the brunch menu and the prefix options. We were sat in one of this other spaces because they had another private event in the larger dining room. Service was great and super quick. Nice way to spend a chilly March day. Will be back for their brunch again. read more

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3.5 stars. Walked in right after they opened on a weeknight and had no issues getting a table. I'd come back. Cute spot with a fun fusion idea. Service was nice. We tried the prix fixe chef's tasting menu ($65 a person) which came with a little amuse-bouche of battered shishito peppers (they were fine; nothing amazing). The truffle oil in the beef carpaccio was unnecessary and heavy-handed, but the tuna crudo was delicious. Plating was a bit chaotic. I went for the pasta limone, which was very lemony and rich. I only wish I'd had something else to break up the monotony of the dish because it became overwhelming after a while. I would definitely order it again, but only if I order some sides or bread just to break up the taste. The mahalabia tart dessert at the end was light and refreshing. The milk custard wasn't too sweet, although I'm not sure what part of the dessert was the "tart" bit. The basque cheesecake was very dense and rich. read more

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Dinner on a Tuesday night. No issues finding a table. This is a very well managed restaurant. Everything is clean, excellent decorations, place settings and even the bathrooms were nice (smelled great also). Amelia was our server and she did an excellent job. She explained the menu perfectly and really how it best enjoyed as shared dishes. Each of her recommendations were spot on. the papas bravas and smashed cucumber salad. The papas bravas were twice fried potatoes with a saffron aioli. The smashed cucumber salad was really good tossed with olive oil. Both super tasty. We went with the bbq carrots and seared rockfish to finish the meal. The BBQ potatoes were prepared nicely with a great char and natural sweetness of the carrot with molasses added with almonds and lemon made for a great flavor combination. The seared rockfish was cooked perfectly, nice and moist with touch of hummus, aioli, almonds and other spices made for a great treat. Service, food, ambiance all 5 star. Great night. read more

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This place is amazing. The lemon pasta with chicken was excellent. Great atmosphere and great service.

This place is over hyped. They have so much turnover on staff they can't keep it together. I've dined here multiple times and I'm happy they did away with the Fig Dessert. The Basque Cheesecake is interesting and I can see why people enjoy it. The staff need to be more knowledgeable about the restaurant too - how do you not know what the picture hanging in the middle of the restaurant is? How do you not know about the previous River Club? The bathrooms are a mess, there's food/plates in the hallway on the trip there too. Disappointing the more I type about it. The only saving grace of this place is literally the food. Get it together. read more

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I loved the ambiance, the vibe and the host service, I don't know if I'd come here for food. I stopped by for a night cap but the bar had a private event. I decided to take a table in the dining room. Wagyu Beef Carpaccio looked good on Yelp and was praised by other diners. In reality, I found it soaked in truffle oil, and was sliced too thick for a reputable restaurant. The portion was too small for $20 and I was also upcharged to $23. It's one of those cases where 3 bucks leaves bad taste in your mouth. I'd probably come back for a drink, but based on food and service - would not stay for dinner. read more

River Club - Inside - Lebanese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Come here for the decor if nothing else! Tucked away in the Washington Harbor, this new restaurant offers a fusion of Lebanese, Italian, and Spanish. Sounds weird, but it's down right! Floor to ceiling, the decor keeps the eye interested. A wild combination of patterns and colors that all goes well together. I'm not an insta girlie, but this place made me wanna have a photoshoot! Service was extremely friendly and accommodating. The restaurant got packed quite quickly, so expect to spend some time dining, but the food is worth the wait! We started with a jallab royale and a 1938 mai thai, which were both awesome. The mai thai came out in full force, with a tall, tall glass and all the fixin's. I was nervous the arak flavor would be too forward in the jallab royale, but it was very subtle and the drink was sweet and refreshing. The wagyu beef carpaccio was to die for. The truffle x parm combo packed a delicious punch. The pesto burrata was also wildly flavorful. We very much enjoyed the prawns al ajillo, and the polenta base was cooked to perfection. Couldn't leave without trying their famous pasta limone, which went extremely hard on the lemon zest but was still tasty and filling. We ended the night with a delicious affogato and a flavorless mahalabia tart. Overall, I'd love to come back. This restaurant is perfect for ambiance and would be fun for a group event. Prices are a bit steep, but that's to be expected on the waterfront. ID love to try more of their menu, or even enjoy a date night at the bar. read more

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A girlfriend and I popped over here after having dinner at Nobu. You can walk pretty easily! I had their amazing cheesecake and a mocktail. Kept it simple as we were both heading back home early morning. This place is wildly cute and the seating is really really tight. Honestly, it's too tight on the bar side for most to be comfortable and I'm a pretty small person. Service was great thought and so was that cheesecake! read more

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I stopped by for happy hour and it was okay but not great. I really liked the ambiance of the space. The bar area was cozy, with soft colors and lighting, and it seemed trendy but also reminded me of the 1960s or 70s but in a good way. We sat at a hightop near the bar and had a waiter. I liked that he was brisk and prompt, but in a good way... except when he disappeared after we asked for the check; we had to get it from someone else. He also told me they didn't have Wifi despite a "River Guest" network, idk what was up with that. The food and drinks were decent. Happy hour is M-F 5-7 PM and includes $10 cocktails and wine, $6 beer, and food from $7 to $12. The website menu is accurate except for the food pricing (lower in person). I liked the Jallab Royale cocktail a lot, which didn't taste too much like anise despite the arak (a good thing). The negroni sbagliato and Spanish gin and tonic were also solid. The gin basil was good, with some savory notes from the celery salt, but the portion was too small -- the coupe glass was only about half full and much of that was foam. For food, we tried the arancini ($8, one large piece), croquettes ($9, three pieces), and labne / hummus dip duo ($9). They were all only okay. I wanted larger portions and stronger flavors. It was an okay happy hour spot, I might return if in the area but I wouldn't go out of my way. read more

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Sooo I'm a bit late with this review but I just had to leave one because I'm currently craving the Lamb Ragout Cavatelli!! Omg when I say it is so F R E A K I N G good, I really mean it. The flavors, spices, temperature, portion size and everything was spot on. I couldn't have asked for a better birthday meal. The Mujadara was also quite savory. I do realize these two items are seasonal so they may not be on the most current menu :(. Just try them in the winter! The server (omg I forgot his name) was thee best. He gave me complimentary rose -- which stamped that I was going to have a good time. I mean everyone there provided amazing service and really helped to ensure my dinner/evening was remarkable. I highkey recommend this restaurant. From the decor, ambience, food to the service, everything was great! read more

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I got to visit this place as part of a dinner club special. I've been wanting to go here for a while. The ambience of the restaurant is beautiful. I love the all pink restaurant and the bar area was all stocked. We got to try five different menu items two of which were experimental my favorites were the Ahi tuna ravioli and the Arancini ball. This restaurant is inspired by Lebanese, Spanish , and Italian culture. I think they do a really good job of blending these all together. All five dishes were honestly delicious. Also, all the servers were very nice and quick with suggestions. If you're looking for a nice after work vibe this is where you go. I would come back and try their brunch menu. read more

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River Club really doesn't miss, especially in terms of standout food and of course vibes. Some must orders for us are still the pan con tomate and pasta limone. We build the rest of the order around those. Loving the mujadara lately too. Still haven't tried their new brunch service but hoping to in 2026. read more

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We tried The River Club with my sister and her bestie, and honestly, hands down, it's our new favorite brunch spot in Georgetown! The prices are a great value for the quality of the food--everything was flavorful, tasty, and the portions were generous enough to share. The interior decor is absolutely breathtaking. The pictures speak for themselves! I can't wait to come back with my hubby and try their dinner menu! read more

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The ambiance at this restaurant was amazing! It was dimly lit and a cozy vibe. The only complaint is the area as soon as you walk in is very tight. There's not much space for people to sit and move around. The seating in the back of the restaurant is more spacious and the seats are lounge style. The service was pretty good. The waiter was very attentive. The food was delicious; however the portion sizes are too small for the amount you pay. The small portions are t worth the cost. read more

River Club - Lebanese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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My husband found this chic spot for us to check out for date night. The aesthetic immediately takes you into Havana! Kudos to the design team! We caught happy hours and tried a few things. The lamb arancini, lamb belly skewers and the dip platter. You can taste the freshness in everything. We've had lamb just about every way except on a skewer. This was a pleasant surprise!! We will definitely be back. read more

River Club - Lamb belly skewers - Lebanese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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had a very nice meal here recently. great service, friendly staff, the inside is beautiful. cocktails were great - standouts were the pistachio affogato martini and the gin basil with celery notes. for food, highlights were hummus, lamb mujadara, jamon cicchetti, the whole chicken, and the eggplant (nice kick on this dish) desserts were ok but no standouts. read more

This is a fantastic place to eat. The food is influenced by Lebanese flavors and cuisine. The place can get loud, and the lighting is a bit dark for my taste. The food is definitely interesting deviating away from the traditional Lebanese kebab style genre of food, and they have crafted some unique flavors definitely worth trying at least once. read more

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Honestly, all I can say is that we had an amazing experience thanks to Max, mostly, but also Diego and every single person we interacted with at River Club. We walked in on a Saturday night (I recommend making a reservation on Resy) after seeing that they were celebrating national espresso martini day. For $12, they had amazing martinis on offer. And when I tell you that these are, hands-down, the best espresso and Affogato martinis in DC, I'm not lying. I was shocked when Diego, the manager, told us that the restaurant had only been open for about a month or so. Because it seems like they have everything down to a science. They were able to accommodate us at a high top table, but they had a private event that night so, we really got lucky. But we were so grateful because they were so kind about it and did not turn us away as some restaurants would. They made sure they found away to accommodate us. We were here for hours, casually, sipping, enjoying some topics, and honestly enjoying the vibes of the place. There were so many different types of people here, and the overall vibe was just great. But the service? Spectacular. Max was our server, and he did an amazing job the entire night of checking in on us, even though we were sort of off to the side. He also was really good at anticipating our needs. We ordered a bunch of food at the beginning, and he was very good about pacing it for us so that we could maintain a decent amount of space at our table, but also not be overwhelmed by everything we ordered. He provided outstanding service the entire time and made the experience such an enjoyable one, a very wonderful way to celebrate a belated birthday. Let's get into the food. Their menu is so dope. It is definitely peak Mediterranean/Balkan fare. Here's what we had: Patatas bravas: fire and perfectly cooked Duo Dip (labneh and hummus): baybeeeee. The labneh was so good. Much better than other places to which I've been. Pan de tomate: so simple, yet so flavorful. The tomato was perfect. It wasn't bitter or hyper acidic, and it wasn't overly seasoned in a way that took away from what the dishes supposed to be. Additionally, the bread it was served with was toasted perfectly and was the perfect balance of soft and crunchy. Burnt ends (lamb): listen.... It was worth it. That's all I can say. This made me very excited to try the lamb Arancini when we return. Notice how I said "when," right? We will absolutely be back. We had a great experience and we can't wait to hang out here in the summer. They even have a little patio, and this is a great spot in Georgetown right near the water. Thank you for an amazing evening, River Club! read more

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Great location, pastel colors, great cocktails, and good food. Our exposure to RC was during the Restaurant Week, and actually over dinner prime time on a weekend. They managed the service super well. If you have been to Residents, you'll be met with a similarly creative cocktail menu. Admittedly, everything in DC is overpriced these days. But at least, we got colorful, carefully curated, and appetizing plates with fresh touches. Do try the crunchy cucumber salad and the lamb belly. Unique concept to be able to choose from Spanish, Italian, and Lebanese options in every section of the menu. read more

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Had a very good dinner here! Every dish was great and tons of gf options! One of our favorite dishes was the burrata. Loved the lamb belly as well. And it was so cute! Loved the vibe. Highly recommend checking it out. I would definitely go back. read more

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celebrated my bday at @riverclubdc in georgetown this year and the tawlet packages were fabulous feat. a welcome glass of cava, hummus, whipped labneh, cucumber salad, wagyu beef carpaccio (the best bite of the night), charred chicken, patatas bravas, roasted carrots and mujadara --- seriously everything on the table was so delicious no complaints about the service or ambiance either, this was the prettiest restaurant I've seen in a WHILE! they really made my bday special read more

River Club - Tawlet Package - Lebanese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The vibes of this place is the perfect place to get the perfect digital cameras with your friends while also eating literally anything from the menu. The moody lighting sets the tone for the night and the food instantly cured my hangriness. Our waiter was super attentive and gave us the perfect rundown of the menu. While today we didn't get any drinks, me being the nosey person I was asked the people next to us about their drinks and they loved them. While it looks like a lot of food my party of two was full by the end of the night. The location is super cute too with lots of cute photo ops by the water front and an easy walk into Georgetown. It's about a 15 min walk from the foggy bottom metro station so be mindful if you aren't driving in. read more

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Refined dining experience inspired by Italy, Lebanon, and Spain in its favors, Mezze style service, and beautifully curated decor. I recommend starting the night off right with the sweet but savory Charred Chicken skewer paired with the Mujadara basmati rice w/ tzatziki --probably the best dish on the menu. The rice was good too! The River Club Paella w/ poached Maine lobster and bomba rice came highly recommended by staff. Although seasoned, it almost felt like it was just enough to not be bland but not enough to leave a strong impression. Granted this is Mezze style, the service was a bit slow. Definitely an area for improvement. Overall: Perfect for date night, entertaining guests with a refined palate or those looking to try something new read more

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great happy hour! good service and a super cute spot by the water in georgetown would definitely go back! good happy hour food too!! read more

River Club - hh slider - Lebanese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Great girls night/date night spot off the river in Georgetown! The ambiance is such a fun vibe both on the bar side and dining room side. I was with a group of 8 so we got to try a lot. All the dips were impressive with enough pita to not have to ask for more and we enjoyed the cucumber salad. For the entrees, you have to get the rice dish, SLOW SMOKED LAMB SHOULDER, charred carrots and the star was the WAGYU BEEF CARPACCIO! The ROASTED HALF CHICKEN was another popular option as the skin had a great crisp to it. Can't wait to go back, just saw they have a M-F read more

Had a great girls night dinner at River Club! The aesthetic was beautiful and I loved the decor inside. We were a party of 4 and decided to share plates family style in order to try different dishes. We got the croquetas, papas bravas, chicken skewers, lamb skewers, lemon pasta, and lobster paella. The croquetas, chicken and lamb skewers, and lemon pasta were the highlights for me. The skewers were really flavorful and the lamb pieces were very tender. The lemon pasta was delicious and the croquetas were really good too. Our waiter was very friendly and helped us pick the right dishes and drinks to order. Overall it was a good experience! read more

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Came for a dinner with girlfriends on a Friday night and the restaurant as filled with other groups of gals enjoying the night together. The energy is unmatched! The drink menu is great for summer--I had the best mai tai of my life. The caviar pops, smoked lamb belly, and snapper crudo were my favorite dishes of the night. The desserts should not be slept on either! read more

River Club - Caviar popper - Lebanese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Was wandering around the Georgetown waterfront on Forth of July and decided to eat here because there was no wait for a table. Alas, I was made to wait (quite a bit) anyways. Service was ridiculously slow. We were seated promptly, given menus and water. And then left alone for at least 20 minutes. I might be more understanding if they were short-staffed or if the place was full but alas, neither of these things were the case. I saw a rotating cast of servers walk around chatting with each other and enjoying the holiday vibe. When I looked around, the restaurant was maybe at 10% capacity, if that. I had to flag someone down to take my order as we had been forgotten. We ordered four small plates. Two came out relatively quickly -- the cured pork plate and a tomato dip with bread. There was another 20 minute gap between our two other plates, (two ridiculously small) lamb belly skewers and... hummus!!!) It was a really frustrating dining experience for me. The food was not bad, but not particularly memorable. Though the only item I can say I enjoyed was the lamb belly. Decor is good. Servers and staff are very nice, though in my case, in attentive. Also, we sat outside and there were a lot of ants on our table. read more

Went in there because I have heard from friends it's good. It wasn't that busy but the menu looked good. I went to the bar and while I'm looking at the menu the bartender smashed these drinks and got some on me and on my pants. Instead of giving me napkins the guy started cleaning the bar top and I'm just standing there waiting until I asked him for napkins or something to clean off the drink. Definitely not a good vibe. There are better options at the waterfront read more

River Club far exceeded my expectations!!! We visited for a late birthday dinner on a Friday night while friends were in town during the holidays. We arrived at exactly 7:30 for our reservation, the restaurant is cozy with ambient lighting and plush seating at the bar, high tops and tables. They offer coat check which a nice touch. We were seated in the dining room and our server was absolutely wonderful he was really helpful with explaining the menu options, recommendations and specials for the evening. I was torn between the prawns and the shrimp and the labneh and hummus and after his descriptions and due to an allergy at our table we went with the prawns for the garlic flavors and larger portion and the hummus to skip the dairy. We also ordered the barbecue carrots which were absolutely delicious (we wish the portion was larger) the murjudara (I'm sure I've spelled it wrong it's a rice and lentil dish they forgot to put the yogurt on the side so my friend didn't get to really enjoy this) and the ciabatta bread was sooooo good I wanted more was really full. The lamb was really good, I was a little disappointed that it was more potatoes than lamb, The flavors were really really rich and savory. River club does an outstanding job with ambiance as everything was beautifully plated. Dishes come out they are ready. For drinks, we started with a round of cocktails and switched to a bottle of Tempranillo for the table to complement the lamb. Overall everything was outstanding and I look forward to returning sometime again soon! read more

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Went here to celebrate my birthday last week and had a great experience. From ambience to server and food, we had a great time! My favorite appetizer was the lamb belly, they are to die for I have to say they are better than pork belly in my opinion. We had dry aged steak with saffron butter, which was amazing very tender and flavorful. We also got the lobster paella, which was OK I didn't love it just because there wasn't enough meat in it, next time I will get the lemon pasta since it's so popular. One of my favorite dishes, believe it or not was the carrots, trust me don't underestimate them give it a try! To finish, we had baklava cheesecake. Our server was really nice and respectful, he always asked us if he could take the plate away instead of just taking it like many other servers would do. Can't wait to be back! read more

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The location of this restaurant is really cool in Georgetown on the Washington Harbor. As other reviews have stated the decor and ambience is a little 1980's Miami / Golden Girls so you're not really sure what the vibe is when you enter. Things started off really well from a food and drink standpoint as we absolutely loved our small plates appetizers and first round of cocktails. Unfortunately, we were so hungry we didn't snap any pictures of our first course. But what our first course consisted of was hummus, chicken skewers, lamb belly skewers, and cucumber salad. Our main course was unfortunately the opposite flavor wise of what the prior course experience was. The paella had a very unique flavor, and as the menu described, it was a cross between paella and risotto. Where at first you think this could be really good, however, what it allows is for the rice to technically come out cooked at any consistency that is between risotto and paella. The steak while cooked well did not really have much flavor on its own, however, I guess the restaurant can say that is why it is accompanied by butter and a sauce ... but in my opinion steak should still be able to stand on its own without those accompaniments. The Limon pasta while cooked, wonderfully seemed to be a little off from a flavor standpoint. Additionally, our second round of drinks, which was recommended by our server, tasted like pure syrup. The desert was liked by half of our party ... when generally dessert is typically something that our entire party enjoys. Lastly, our service was mid ... while our server did his job, he did exactly the bare minimum and I am not sure if that is because a 20% service charge is already included for his tip. Overall, it was an interesting experience, but we are not banking on coming back for another meal. read more

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