The vibes are there but the prices were a bit steep for what you get. I came with friends for a bridesmaid brunch and service was sometimes quite slow. They asked if we were celebrating anything and we said our friend getting engaged but nothing special was presented. We had two bottles of rose which were nice but both pricey. Our mains came decently fast but I was surprised- the river bowl was tasty but for $20 it was half the size of a cava bowl. The flavors were good but they gave maybe 1.5 tbsp of tzatziki sauce for the whole bowl so I had to ask for more. The falafel was good but I added halloumi - for $12 extra like I added steak or something! I was just blown by the price- $32 for a bowl that is half the size of a Cava bowl. We got churros as a dessert and while they were tasty, at $12 for 6 tiny half size churros was a bit too much. Prices are high, vibes are Ok, drink prices were even higher. read more

What a great brunch spot by the water! A few friends and I stopped in for brunch and were blown away! The staff were amazing and the food was absolutely delicious. We tried almost the whole menu and didn't find a thing that we didn't like! read more

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

I attempted to make a reservation at River Club on a Saturday night a few weeks ago but the only options were the early bird special or very late, so I tried again for a weeknight and got a reservation for an acceptable dinner time - 6:15 pm. I actually got there closer to 6 and was seated right away. The decor of the restaurant is interesting - it's very pastel. I liked it and made it feel very vibe-y which is how i'd describe this entire experience. The service throughout the meal was pretty good. Our server Maxwell stopped by shortly after I was seated and told me about the drink menu, and gave helpful tips about how much food to order. I started with the fog cutter which is gigantic. I loved the presentation but found the glass a little hard to drink from because it was so tall. The food was really outstanding. We started with the labneh and the papas bravas. The papas bravas were crispy and I loved the dipping sauce, and it was also a solid portion size. The labneh was also very tasty. I didn't love the pita bread, it tasted pretty average and store-bought, but I also could have used more of it to sop up the delicious labneh. I was breaking it into smaller and smaller pieces to extend its life. Then we ordered two medium plates for our mains, the pasta limone and the gambas al ajillo. I really enjoyed both of these dishes and would highly recommend them. The gambas were the stand out - the oil it is cooked in is spectacular and it comes with a good amount of bread to soak it all up. The pasta is really delicious and light, even though it is creamy. The only real service downside was there was too large of a gap between the small plates and the medium plates to the point where I wasn't very hungry. There's a a 20% service fee included on the tab. It is included in fine print on the bottom of the menu, and says what the fee goes toward. read more

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If you're looking for a dining experience that's nothing short of spectacular, the River Club is an absolute must-visit! From the moment you step through the doors, you're greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere that sets the tone for an unforgettable meal. Let's start with the stars of the show! The beef carpaccio is a masterpiece that melts in your mouth, and the lamb arancini? Pure perfection! Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavor that leaves you craving more. The chicken and saffron rice is another highlight, rich and aromatic, making it an absolute delight for the senses. And for dessert, the Fig and orange bread pudding is simply divine! It's the perfect sweet ending to an already incredible meal. What truly sets the River Club apart is the impeccable service. Carlos and Max go above and beyond, making you feel like royalty from start to finish. Their attention to detail and genuine enthusiasm for the menu really elevate the entire experience. How can you not come to this great place? Ask yourself, can you really go to bed at night without trying the River Club? I think not! Make your reservation today--you won't regret it! read more

Great happy hour! Loved their special martini. We ordered one of everything on the happy hour food menu and enjoyed it all. The ambiance is adorable--perfect for a girls' night out! read more

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THE GOOD: service is fast, servers are super attentive and happy to help, decor is modern, eclectic, cute, and the place is always full of people which creates a nice vibe. THE BAD: the food :(( as someone who loves salt and flavor, even I thought the food was too salty. We went for lunch and got the croque señor, arancini, and pasta limone. When you add pecorino and jamon to everything, it all starts tasting the same. Maybe we should've ordered differently. The pasta limone went too hard on the lemon zest. Perhaps that's some people's cup of tea but I found the pasta to be too lemony. I think the chef needs to recalibrate their taste buds bc everything was very lemon, very cheesy, very salty, oily, saucey, so on and so forth. Also, you're paying Georgetown waterfront prices and a 20% gratuity is automatically added so yeah it's expensive too. The dinner menu may be worth a visit, also drinks on their patio is certainly an option. But we won't be back for brunch. read more

River Club - Pasta limone and arancini - Lebanese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Came here for brunch during restaurant week and sat at the bar. The establishment is great inside with really cute decor. Definitely a vibe. I was intrigued by the weaving of cultural influenced from Lebanon, Italy and Spain. The server that attended to me at the bar was very attentive and kept checking in to make sure I was enjoying my meals. I started off with the blueberry French toast which was a hit. It was flavorful, light and too heavy. I next had the Pasta Limone which was okay--it was tasty but I think this would have been even better if given the choice to add a protein such as chicken or shrimp. I finished off with the churros with warm Nutella which were also delicious. Lastly, the affogato martini which reminded me of an espresso martini was SO good! I'd love to go back to River Club to experience options from the full dinner menu! read more

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Great spot to stop for a drink and some food. The drinks we had were one mezcal soul and river club gin basil. Both were good and well balanced. Mezcal drink was smokey but not overpowering had a nice kick 7 spice but was rich with the egg whites. Gin basil was equally well balanced and tasted well. Food wise we got the charred chicken and whipped labneh. Both were well balanced and tasty. The chicken had the perfect balance of smoky char and seasoning to make everything pop. Chicken was tender and tastes great. Labneh was well balanced with the harissa. The heat from the harissa was well balanced against the richness of the yogurt. The lemon juice added some nice acidity. Service was nice and friendly and helped us pick out drinks that would match our taste. Definitely has a upscale interior but its fun and a great place to go for just a drink or dinner. read more

River club DC was a really cute atmosphere for a girls dinner with upscale decor and great service. We tried several things on the menu and cocktails and we're pleased with everything that we got. The lemon pasta was a stand out item and we thought the portion sizes of everything was great for sharing. Highly recommend if you want to try a casual to upscale spot without breaking the bank. read more

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relatively empty because it is the night before inauguration + snow. service was friendly but made some mistakes (gave us papas bravas instead of gambas). the pita was very mid and not the fluffy leavened kind thats warm. the bread was on the spot, though. the pan con tomates was overrated. chilled tomatoes that weren't very flavorful. felt the same way with the cucumbers - couldve had more textural diversity. but all the meat dishes (skewers + gambas) were phenomenal. the marinades and sauces they used made the skewers juicy and sweet. and the gambas were sour and warm and rich and so good with the bread. tldr: veggies need to up the game. also maybe i shoukd t have listened to the server's recs. read more

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The food is incredible!! I have not stopped thinking about it. I will absolutely be back again. They also have really good mocktails. read more

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Went to River Club on November 22nd as a treat before seeing opening night of Wicked at the Georgetown AMC. I came with my best friend and we were dressed up for the film. The hostesses were extremely friendly, professional, and personable. We were so excited for our dining experience because the venue was beautiful and the service started off great. When we got sat, our server came over promptly and started with our drink order. The only photo I have from the evening is me with my mojito which was packed with ice but delicious. Everything on the menu sounded delicious but we ended up ordering the Whipped Labneh, Mujadara, Charred Chicken Skewers to start. (we knew we'd be hungry and order more) I have a serious Tree-nut allergy so we had limited options but my best friend made sure to let the server know when we ordered. (we have had bad experiences dining out before so she always makes sure to clarify) We let the server know and he said he'd make a note and I watched him do so. When the first appetizer arrived, the food runner announced what it was. The whipped Labneh was delicious, the consistency of the labneh was the thing I enjoyed the most. Seasoned to perfection and smooth but not too creamy. The pita that came with it was good but not as fresh as other places I've had in DC. The second appetizer arrived (and was announced), the Mujadara, a favorite of mine. I tore it up. Flavors were immaculate and at this point I was sold. I just knew everything was going to be amazing. Our third dish arrived, the food runner announced them as "skewers", we were so hungry and excited because they looked delicious and charred to perfection. My bestfriend ate them first and was saying how good they were so I ate them too, as I was chewing them I realized that they didn't taste like chicken. In this moment my best friend yells and tells me to "spit it out", I'm nervous and I spit it into my napkin. It took her a moment to process but she realized it was the lamb belly skewers which have pistachio on them. (something I am very allergic to and have had very bad experiences with). I immediately chug my water to try and clear my system. We signal for our server, and a manager comes over and we tell him what has happened and I ask for a Benadryl. I carry a epi-pen but I know if I use it I won't be able to attend the movie (which I was so excited for). He apologizes and looks to see if they have any (I was out of benadryl). I can feel my throat becoming scratchy and irritated. When the manager returns he says they don't have any and apologizes again. He comps our meal and takes down my information to follow-up. We didn't want to leave but my symptoms were getting worse and I needed to get medicine or I'd have to go to the hospital. The manager said that the server did note my allergy on our ticket but it must've been grabbed by a food runner and sent to the wrong table. He took down our info and said someone would reach out to follow-up on how the rest of night went and if I was okay. No one ever did (it's now end of December). We ended up getting to the CVS and I just had irritation till the meds kicked in. I was disappointed in the lack of follow-up and no engagement with what happened that night. I hope they have addressed and brought attention to allergy procedure. The feeling of your throat closing/being irritated is something that shouldn't be taken lightly. As someone who has worked in service before, I always made sure to make all FOH and kitchen staff aware of allergies. I would be hesitant to dine here if you have allergies, I am hopeful they have improved but safety must be first. read more

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

I enjoyed everything I tried. The lamb belly was my favorite! We also had the Bronzino and the tar tar

I was so excited to come here, but it was a big disappointment. Everything about it was odd. The location, the decor, the drinks, and the service. The decor really throws me off. There is no uniformity and it's all just kinda all over the place. It reminds me of a hotel luncheon room. It made me feel like I was dining in the Holiday Inn or something. The drinks were awful. Bizarre, watered down, and just not very flavorful. None of them were well made. I tried three cocktails and don't remember what any of them were called because they were all forgettable and tasted like water. Really disappointing since this is the same ownership as Residents, which is known for amazing cocktails. The hummus, pita, chicken skewers, roasted carrots, and mujadara were all good, thankfully. The mujadara (rice with lentils and cripsy onions) was excellent actually and the portion was pretty big. The chicken skewers are flavorful, but definitely on the small side. It took a long time to be acknowledged after we sat down, and people who sat down after us were attended to before us. The server was actually behaving very strangely the entire time, and we had to flag down other people to help us. We were also stuck in a corner next to a lady who kept screaming very loudly whenever she laughed, and no one said anything to her. The server was laughing right along with her though (instead of acknowledging us). read more

When our reservation at another restaurant fell through, made a last minute reservation here and so glad we did! From the moment we entered we were welcomed with smiles and seated right away. Staff shared their recommendations, which was so helpful! My favorites were the hummus and flatbread and the lamb skewers. It literally melts in your mouth and was so well seasoned. The decor is very cute, good for any kind of gathering or a solo date. read more

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River Club is a great dining experience. The food was a blend of Lebanese, Italian, Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine. The flavors were blended to perfection. Each dish was well thought out. The ambience was cool too. Music permeated the speakers as the attentive waiters were at your beck and call. Sundays brunch was worth the drive. read more

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Stopped by the river club for a belated birthday celebration. The bubbles were bubbling, the staff were staffing, but unfortunately the food was NOT fooding. We started off with the bubbles and a round of cake pops for the table, which were definitely off. I know where caviar comes from so it's a no brainer that it should have a slightly fishy taste, however after eating the cake pop it was a full blown ocean flavor and not in a good way. Next on to the mains we opted for both the whole branzino and the smoked lamb shoulder. As a lamb connoisseur I looked forward to sampling the lamb, however after one bite I found that it was nearly overdone, oily and was extremely charred (and I'm a gal who loves a good bbq). Thank goodness that we ordered the branzjno as well! The branzino was definitely the more favorable of the two but it still didn't wow me like the harissa grilled carrots. Overall, a 2.5/5! read more

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

Ambience is very nice. Location right on K street is great. Waiters/waitresses were very nice and helpful. Menu is very unique. Food was very tasty. I will say one thing as someone who is Lebanese ...a lot of places try to do middle -eastern fusion and do not execute at all and really spoil the flavors of authentic middle eastern cuisine. River Club doesn't try to hard to play with flavors and they end up doing a great job! read more

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Food, drinks, and service was GREAT for happy hour. Will definitely be coming back. The interior is really cute and the service is great! read more

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Food and cocktails were fine but portions were extremely small, also found it to be very overpriced.

I've been twice- once for a drink on a Friday afternoon and once for an early dinner on Sunday - both times were great. Service is incredible, the decor is insane, and food/drinks were delicious! Both times I loved my seasonal negroni and my husband enjoyed the River Club martini, which is made tableside. For food, we enjoyed the cucumber salad and pasta limone but the labneh and chicken skewers were our favorites! Felt that the labneh and pasta were generous portions- chicken skewers and cucumber salad were both small but appropriately priced. read more

The food was delicious and the playlist was even better. When I arrived, I was greeted to the tunes of Curtis Mayfield's "Pusherman". The next song was In the Midnight hour by Wilson Pickett. I was perplexed as I didn't think a restaurant that serves a blend of Lebanese, Italian and Spanish food would play such soulful tunes. All in all, I enjoyed my experience. I would like to come back to try different dishes and cocktails. Cocktails Tommy's Margarita (refreshing): tequila, lime, agave, smoked paprika, chili threads Skewers Smoked Lamb Belly (melts in your mouth): Harissa honey, shishito peppers, pistachio-coconut dukkah Medium Plate Pan Seared Halibut (so much flavor): Roasted tomato sauce, calabrian chili crunch, pistachios, roasted garlic and caper aioli Dessert Baklava Cheesecake: so creamy (pause) and good. Complimentary chocolates read more

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River club is a cute restaurant in Georgetown (no views) but there is a small outdoor section in the front of the restaurant. The inside is insta worthy , giving Miami vibes. Going with a group allowed for us to try most of the menu. Everything is a la carte and comes out as it's prepared. The drinks are pretty and order the whole branzino and share it with the table! Also the restaurant was accommodating in allowing us to order a side of potatoes that aren't on the brunch menu (on dinner menu) ! read more

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Move over Fiola. There's a new contender next door for a possible nod in the Michelin Guide. Brand new to the Georgetown Waterfront is the River Club, a fusion of Lebanese, and Spanish cuisine: two quintessential District cuisines. A must is the table side cocktail service. What a pleasure! What a Martini. The flavors: a South African vodka!! You just can't get one. The food was spectacular. From the gambas Al ajillo served European style (not Spanish) with the whole head on, to the kibbeh (the best I've had), deconstructed pan con tomate, to the croquettas, oh El Mercado de San Miguel in Madrid eat your heart out! All of this was possible to Max our waiter. He let us be when we advised we were waiting for a guest from the Hill. And then meticulously attended to our every fancy. We asked for a recommendation and he suggested the American Beef Wagyu carpaccio. Delicious, but a little too much sauce. The decor is a combination of White Lotus, Sadelles (Bagel Shop) and Palm Beaches' Sant Ambroeus. A subtle nod to the Paris of the Orient and or Marbella, with a mid modern nod. It is walking distance from the Ritz, Edition or the Four Seasons. Parking is in the garage and they are working on validation. read more

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the service was amazing they were overly kind with great recommendations and so attentive the food was astonishing and so were the drinks! it is a truly beautiful restaurant every small detail was lovely cannot wait to return! read more

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The food and vibes are SO good, but the service is SO slow. Came for a work lunch and it took over an hour. Same experience for dinner and even just for cocktails. read more

Visited for an early dinner on a Saturday night and had a wonderful experience. The pink-and-green Palm Beach meets Miami decor is just my vibe, and the chairs were extremely comfortable--which is an often overlooked feature. I absolutely adored the decor. The bathrooms also had luxe soap and candles that made it feel very upscale. As for the food, it was stellar. My favorite dish was probably the waygu carpaccio, but everything we had was delicious: the papos bravas, the croquettes, the pasta limone, seafood paella, and the halibut. The pasta limone was a last-minute addition after we had the other dishes and decided we were still a little hungry, and I'm glad we added it (and they got it out very quickly!)--it was probably my second favorite dish, after the waygu. My pistachio affogato espresso martini was also top tier and a must-get, and my friend's raspberry cobbler cocktail was also a hit. We got the chocolate flourless cake, and I can't say it was worth it. I'd pick another dessert or just get the dessert cocktail. It wasn't fudgy or filled and was rather dry. On top of the great food, the service was stellar. Our waiter checked in at all the right moments and our busboy kept our water glasses filled. We had one guest who was gluten free (but not Celiac) and they weren't able to make any substitutions (e.g., gluten free pasta) but were able to point out the menu items that were gluten free. Would definitely go back! read more

I tried River club yesterday and I had a phenomenal time. I would wanna live at this restaurant and dine here for every meal if I could. We got small plates, medium plates and a couple of cocktails and everything was amazing. I like how everything is made to share because you get to try a lot of food. The ambiance is very cool, you will feel like you're in a Wes Anderson film & the staff is kind and helpful. read more

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

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This is a great Lebanese Cuisine! We're visiting from LA and were recommended to try this restaurant. Eve despite the mixed Yelp reviews, we decided to try it for ourselves, and it was absolutely worth it! From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the beautiful ambiance and the exceptional service. The food is truly amazing for authentic Lebanese cuisine, every dish was prepared to perfection. We tried out several items--starting with the kibbeh with ground meat, juicy chicken skewers, hummus, and perfect mujadara. Every bite was a better than the previous one. To top it all off, we ordered the cheesecake baklava, which was a deliciously unique twist for a knowen classic dessert. Don't be alarmed by Yelp's 4-star rating--this place is a hidden gem you won't want to miss! I highly recommend it! read more

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We were visiting DC and decided to try this place as it's highly recommended. Honestly it's over hyped. Decent food and ambiance but pretty bad service. The tables next to us were constantly getting checked in by the servers and one of the table next to us with 4 ladies, was consistently getting free shots. Sure they probably knew someone there, we saw a couple people who work there stop by to chit chat with them and offer the free drinks but as a customer, I have to say it's probably not a great idea to continually do that and not provide equally great service to the table right next to them. It just ruins the experience for others regardless of the good food. read more

The food was good and the restaurant is stunning. Service was very poor. Had to wait approximately 40 minutes between plates with little engagement from the server or apologies for the delay. While getting our last drink two separate servers asked us to move to the bar due to an upcoming reservation even though the delay was on their part. It was a special occasion dinner noted on our reservation which was never acknowledged. Disappointing experience specially it being sister restaurant to Residents, which is a favorite. read more

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Ambience was interesting.. the decor is cute but the beach-y, Miami-esque theme does not fit the Georgetown "waterfront" especially because you can't see any water and the restaurant is not that close to the river. Food was overpriced for what it is (even for Georgetown). I'd rather have gone to Agora. The pita was not good- tasted like microwaved, grocery store pita. I think the best thing we ate was the smoked lamb but it was very burnt. Next, was the potatoes but you can't really screw that one up. The paella was fine and had a lot of lobster but $44 is steep for that portion size. Service was fine but it's impossible to eat at the bar area. The tables are tiny so it's hard to do tapas style with everything that you order. They brought out the food in waves but still very inconvenient. Save your money and find any other Mediterranean, Spanish or Italian place. read more

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The older, cooler, cuter version of Residents (their sister bar)! I just gotta say how well rounded this spot is - incredible food (do not skip on the falafel), amazing cocktails (duh, espresso martini) and adorable decor / ambiance. Our waiter was fantastic and doubled up as the bartender. It was a slower brunch day which made us feel like we owned the place. Can't recommend this place enough. read more

Cancelled within minutes of reservation after realizing my daughter booked the wrong day. They charged me 50 dollars. Expensive mistake. Be careful when you book. read more

The ambiance of this restaurant is wonderful and great for a girl's night. The servers and host were very friendly. Our food was great... until we were brought the wrong item and my friend had an allergic reaction. We had ordered labneh and mujadara to start and they were delicious. The pita was nothing special. We notified our server when ordering that our party had a severe nut allergy. We then ordered chicken skewers. However the food runner brought lamb skewers, which were topped with pistachios. We noticed quickly and notified staff. Our waiter had noted our nut allergy, but the food runners did not check. The restaurant didn't have any Benadryl and we had to leave abruptly to seek medical care. The manager was helpful but it was a disappointing end to our evening. We hope they are more careful moving forward, and hope to return once things are addressed because the food we were able to try was great. read more

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Service was perfect, no comment on that. The food was good, however, 2 of the dishes came to us kind of cooler than they should have. I wish the bread pudding was warmer, would make it easier to pull apart. read more

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The appetizers were yummy but the main lemon dish wasn't as flavorful as I would've liked. The drink was very refreshing and delicious. read more

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The decor is super cute but everything else was very average for the price - good and cocktails were unimpressive and service wasn't very attentive. There are much better options in the city for Mediterranean/Middle Eastern. read more

We had a memorable New Year's Eve at River Club, with a festive menu (prix fixe, choices for two courses) and wonderful cocktails. The proprietors have created a fun atmosphere with lovely decor and perfect live music. Go there for great food and a great mood! read more

Nick was absolutely amazing tonight he made sure our anniversary was so special even adding chocolates and wine complimentary to our meal! If you have an anniversary or special occasion they will be sure to make your experience the best. read more

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