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    Rose's Luxury

    4.5 (2.5k reviews)
    Open 5:30 pm - 9:30 PM

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    Miso Glazed Sea Bass
    Nessa R.

    Whoa! Dining at this Michelin‑starred restaurant felt like stepping into a world where precision, creativity, and hospitality are treated as an art form. From the moment I arrived, the staff struck the perfect balance between warmth and professionalism, guiding the experience without ever overshadowing it. We met so many new faces with each presentation of each masterpiece. Reservations are hard to come by, so when my bestie reserved weeks in advance the only table available was bar seating! So bar seating it was! (It actually was not bad!) Each course was a thoughtful composition, visually striking, technically flawless, and layered with flavors that unfolded gradually rather than shouting for attention. The chef's commitment to seasonality was unmistakable; ingredients tasted as though they'd been chosen at their absolute peak. One standout dish combined unexpected elements in a way that felt both daring and harmonious, a reminder of why Michelin recognition is earned, not given. We will get into that later! The pacing of the meal was impeccable, allowing time to savor each plate while maintaining a sense of anticipation. Speciality drinks were recommend and elevated the experience. The ambiance was understated yet elegant, creating a calm backdrop that let the food take center stage. Every detail, from the lighting to the atmosphere felt intentional. Overall, this restaurant delivers more than a meal; it offers a curated journey. It's the kind of dining experience that lingers in your memory long after the final course, and one that fully justifies its Michelin star. Furthermore, for those that think small portions cannot fill you, WRONG! I was so stuffed and didn't eat all the pastas. Price: PreFixe menu $128 a person An added fee for compensation for the employees. 3.75% With drinks (several) this bday meal was well over $400! Not cheap but sooooo worth it! Thanks to my bestie for the best meal this bday! Before we get into the dishes, let me just say this: Most women don't like a man who has too many female friends (ew) they want someone exclusive, someone not for everyone. But this restaurant? It is for everyone, and somehow still makes you feel like the experience was crafted just for you. That's its magic. Let's get into it! Rose's bread service pull‑apart milk bread with miso honey butter. YUMMERS The pork and lychee salad the one & only! A must‑order!!!!! Super charred cabbage with champagne sauce & parmesan. Delicious! Pasta en papillote aromatic, delicate, and beautifully executed. YUM! Miso‑glazed sea bass , a tribute to chefs nobu & robuchon a fusion of two iconic dishes from French chef Joël Robuchon and Japanese chef Nobu Matsuhisa bold, refined, and unforgettable. To die for!

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    Janelle T.

    What an experience! The staff was so friendly and you can tell they really enjoy working at this restaurant. Every dish was brought out by a very enthusiastic member of the staff and they all presented it with a background story. The food was truly very original in taste which was what I enjoyed the most. The lychee salad was nothing I ever had before, full of flavors, and a combination of textures/flavors that I never would've thought to put together (it was delicious nonetheless!). Also, one of my family members does eat pork so they brought out a lychee salad with impossible meat so he would not be be left out - I thought that was so thoughtful! The ambiance was very quaint. It felt very down home south/bed and breakfast vibes. The bread pudding was also amazing (forgot to get a pic bc we couldn't stop eating it!)

    Jamel V.

    I've been to Rose's a few times when it first opened so when the menu was à la carte. Now there's a preset menu and LITERALLY everything was a hit! No notes. Service was excellent and the food was definitely a surprise and delight one thing after another. The restaurant didn't feel so loud that we couldn't hear each other at the table which was nice because we got to discuss the food with one another as it came out. Definitely enjoyed the surprise dishes sent out and we tried everything on the menu without feeling stuffed.

    Matt F.

    Words cannot describe how incredible this experience was. From the second we sat down to the very last bite, every moment was perfection. The food... oh my... such great creative combinations THAT WORK. The coconut sorbet with caviar absolutely floored me, it should not have worked nearly as well as it did. The pork and lychee salad was divine, easily the best salad I have ever had. Every single thing we ate was a home run, the menu is an absolute smash. Most importantly, the service was as good as service can get. No matter who our server was on a particular dish, every single person was so friendly and personable, having a conversation and really getting to know their diners (especially our main server Rob!). I cannot recommend this place enough, we will certainly be back when we return to DC. Highly recommend sitting at the chefs counter and watching the action!

    Hannah H.

    One of my favorite meals in DC. I wish I could eat here once a week. It's quirky, it's weird and it's always delicious. Their pork lychee salad was my favorite dish - it's odd in a good way.

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    Rolonda D.

    I went to Rose's Luxury for my birthday and had an excellent time! One thing about roses is that you will never leave hungry. Rose's Luxury has a prix-fix 5 course menu that allows you to choose dishes either for the table or per person for each course. We started off with their bread service which was a truffle madeline which had a good balance between the umami of the truffle with the sweetness of the madeline dough. For our appetizers we got the pro and lychee salad and the asparagus with pineapple aioli. Both appetizers were excellent. The pork and lychee salad is one of Rose's Luxury's signature dishes for good reason. The pork pairs nicely with all the accompanying flavors like lychee, red onion, coconut milk and other garnishes. The asparagus with pineapple aioli was also really tasty. For pasta we got the colonne pompeii and the Tteokbokki with vodka sauce. These dishes had a sweeter profile. The Colonee Pompeii was made with Sweet Pea Cream with feta and mint. The feta helped balance out the sweetness of the cream based sauce and added a nice touch of saltiness. The Tteokbokki reminded me of the Korean version of the dish but elevated and was a nice addition to our meal. For our protein we ordered the fried pork which was a large pork cutlet that was battered, deep fried and topped with a honey mustard based sauce. I didn't eat too much of this at the restaurant because I was starting to get full but I enjoyed it when I had it for breakfast with a fried egg the next day. We also got the adult happy meal which is a wagyu cheeseburger and fries, topped with truffles and served over a cheese based sauce on a sizzling skillet. I loved the cheese sauce and our waitress was nice enough to pack up the leftovers to take home. For dessert we got the Tres Leches Cake which was made with coconut milk and added a nice twist to the classic recipe. Overall the service and food at Roses Luxury was great and I will definitely be back!

    Fried Chicken
    Antoninette B.

    Such an amazing restaurant and experience! It's very cozy and lowkey inside, the staff is incredibly warm and inviting, and it feels very un-pretentious for Michelin restaurant. I recommend sitting at the bar and doing the Choose Your Own Adventure menu. It's a lot of food and really worth it for the price ($128 per person so a nice special occasion dinner but for sure a lot of food). I also loved doing the wine pairing! All we tried were awesome and really elevated the experience (it's an additional $75 I believe). Some of the food highlights were the Pork and Lychee Salad (incredible!!), the Tuna Tartare Avocado, Cacio e Pepe, Fried Chicken, and all of the desserts (Strawberry Mousse and Fried Bread Pudding). It's a really worth it experience for a nice dinner that feels warm and leaves you full and wanting to come back! Worth it for the money and a super cool experience.

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    Iris P.

    Roses Luxury in Capitol Hill has been on my bucket list for months. I finally got to check it off for my birthday. The first word that comes to mind to describe the meal is: FUN. Styled as a "choose your own adventure", as a party of five we tried everything on the menu. Every time a dish came out, we pulled out our cameras to capture its whimsical yet ornate presentation. We began with cubes of soft Japanese milk bread with miso garlic butter. It breaks apart into wispy cloud-like strands In our first course, our favorite was the pork & lychee salad--tender umami pieces and bursts of juicy sweetness, cut by the sharpness of raw onion. The restaurant brought out complimentary plates of roasted cauliflower, as if they were a long time friend. Look, I LOVE cauliflower. My night was already made. Out of the pastas, Colonne Pompeii was the star of the show. Majestic spirals turned green by sweet pea and mint, flourished with feta and violet flowers. We couldn't resist the miso glazed cod on a bed of decadent potato puree inspired by Chefs Nobu and Robuchon. For dessert, get the mousse. Dig past a layer of sliced strawberries to reach soft, airy whipped cream. As it melts in your mouth, surprise fireworks will burst -- ah, pop rocks!

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    Got a seat at the upstairs bar walking in and it was phenom. Service out of this world. Food was great. Will be back 100 times out of 100.

    Polina S.

    Charming place with a truly unique vibe! Everything is in the best way - and incredibly delicious. Our whole group was impressed, and the caviar ice cream was absolutely amazing!! ;)

    Derek C.

    Have been dying to try Roses for probably the last decade and finally got to try it, but felt super let down by the food. It is honestly way too expensive for what it is and semi laughable that they have a Michelin star. We recently ate at Albi and in no world is this restaurant on the same level as that. This was $380 after tax and tip for two with a drink each and at most should be at the $250 price point. Service was excellent so no negatives on that. The food is fine, but lacks any oomph to take it over the hump to be great. Bread and butter; warm, but just in general fine. Tuna tartare in an avocado; what the heck, tuna fine I guess, but guac/avocado literally tastes like Sodexo out of a bag. The star pork and lychee salad; fine, but honestly tastes like any starter appetizer salad you could get at a half decent Thai restaurant. Pastas; fine. Roasted cauliflower; forgettable and nothing special. Miso cod; well cooked, but again nothing new or pushing boundaries. Yeah maybe I just don't get the appeal of this restaurant or its best days are behind it. I'd be less critical if it didn't have a Michelin star, but to rank it equivalent to Albi and Nakazawa is a crime. I don't recommend coming.

    Jessica O.

    Was only able to secure upstairs bar dining, but didn't realize we had to sit at the bar itself, instead of at a neighboring table. The food itself was good. Loved the bread! Service was ok. It felt like there was a long time in between dishes, unevenly paced. I really enjoyed the pork and lychee salad, the blooming green onion was ok, but wouldn't order again. Same with the pasta en papillote, just ok. The tteokbokki pomodoro was also very good. My drink was really good. I'd come back to give it another shot, but maybe not right away.

    Kathy T.

    Writing this review a bit late...but this restaurant was my first Michelin experience and it definitely lives up to the hype. My cousin treated me out to this place for my birthday and the service was top notch! We got seated at the bar and they gave some extra dishes and desserts for my birthday! At the end of the meal, they even gave us a tote bag!! As for the food, everything was absolutely delicious. The lychee salad was something different but the sweet and savory definitely worked. My favorite dishes for this menu rotation was definitely the sweet pea pasta and the tuna tartare with avocado. Presentation of the meals and service was spot on. I can't wait to come back and take others to try out this place!

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    Ask the Community - Rose's Luxury

    Hello! Is there an a la carte menu currently (have reservations for Feb 2025) or it is pre-fix only?

    The times I've been you've been able to order a la carte or do the pre-fix. Specific days like holidays are pre-fix only, but you should be ok on that day.

    Are there gluten free options?

    Yes, plus the menu changes frequently. I know there was a gluten free dessert the night we were there.

    Hello, My parents are Bengal Muslims, so they don't do pork or shellfish/oysters/raw fish. I'd love to bring them here for Mom's birthday -- Would you say you have enough alternatives for them? Sadly no pork/lychee salad for 🥲.

    Absolutely! Highly highly suggest the vegan "pork" and lychee version it is amazing! Many halal versions. And you can get the whole fried whitefish too!

    Reservations are $95/person. Does this include the $85/person meal? Or is the total meal with reservation = $180/person?

    Hi Jeff, Our Choose Your Own Adventure Menu is $95 per person which includes our unlimited bread… Read more

    I have reservations for the garden bar. Do they still seat you if it is raining?

    Hi Jeanni, Thanks for reaching out. The Garden Bar is a section in the restaurant located in our… Read more

    How dressy? Nice jeans & Tennies or dress ?casual

    Nice jeans and stylish casual shoes are fine (no running shoes) are fine

    Where do people park when dining here? We're going on a Saturday evening and are worried about not finding a place to park.

    There is street parking but it can be tough to find around the area.

    What day and time do advance reservations get released now?

    30 days in advance of the date you want.

    What is a better dinner experience, the bar or dinning room?

    Our Indoor Garden bar has 6 seats in our interior courtyard in the dining room. It's less of a bar vibe and more of a dining room feel with bar height and high-back comfy chairs. The Chef’s counter has 8 seats also bar height with high back cozy… Read more

    I am,thinking of bring my niece here for dinner but she only has 1.5 block of time? Is that enough on a Tuesday night?

    I went on a Tuesday back in February with a total of three people and we only waited about 10 minutes for a table. It was probably around 7:00pm. They also have same day reservations available starting at 9:00am on their website, might be worth… Read more

    What time do the same-day online reservations open up?

    9 am on the dot.

    If I'm towards the front of the line, can I choose when to be seated? Or do I have to be seated at 5?

    You can choose to be seated at a later time!

    What is the average price per person (menu prices seem reasonable but everyone says $$$)? Thanks!

    I went with 5ppl and we tasted almost everything on the menu and it was about $70 per person.

    Are we allowed to actually order what we want now - I remember back when it was all hype n stuff in 2016, they made whatever they wanted for you without asking?

    The menu changes a lot but there is a menu when you sit down and you can order what you want. My friend is gluten sensitive and they were able to modify the menu pretty much on the spot to accommodate her.

    Does this place still have a line even before it opens?

    Not always! I went on a Monday and there was no line. I was advised to go on a Monday and it worked out.

    Did they change the rules for the bar stools (upstairs), I'm being told I need to give up my seat for people on a waiting list. I thought bar seats were first come first serve?

    The bar stools upstairs or downstairs? The ones downstairs are seated.

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    One of my favorite places when I feel like I have the budget to spend. I came here on a weeknight…read moreand it was very quiet, which made for a relaxed experience. I started with Ben Frank's Milk Punch and it was really good. I couldn't taste much alcohol, but I think that's intentional compared to versions I've had at other places. The onion soup was interesting. I seemed to misread the "cappuccino" element. It definitely tasted like onion soup, but it wasn't very hot. The presentation also threw me off -- drinking it made my mind expect a dessert rather than a savory dish. The Cotton Candy Foie Gras was exactly why I came. It's a fun appetizer and I loved the balance between the cotton candy, foie gras, and corn nuts. You're supposed to shove it all into your mouth and eat it in one bite, which adds to the experience. The Tortilla de Patatas "New Way" was also delicious. I liked the contrast between the crispness and the creaminess of the sauce. It also came out super hot, which is how I prefer it. I didn't get to order more since it was meant to be drinks and apps, but based on what I tried, I wouldn't be surprised if the other items were just as delicious. Service was ok, they checked in with me but not enough for refill. Ambiance was luxurious which was a nice experience.

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    AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill

    4.5(2.4k reviews)
    0.1 miCapitol Hill
    $$$

    Our company division recently hosted a team offsite in the DMV area, and to encourage us to meet…read morenew colleagues, we were placed into small groups of 10-12 people where a local colleague selected a restaurant for the group. I chose Ambar for my group, and I'm very pleased with our selection. Food Most of our group had dietary restrictions. Several of us were gluten free, and one person was both nut and seafood free. Ambar did an excellent job curating a menu that worked for everyone without making anyone feel like an afterthought. We opted for the Chef's Table experience, which included a spread tasting with veggie sticks and a variety of dishes that were clearly labeled and thoughtfully prepared: * Bean hummus - GF / DF / NF * Ajvar - GF / DF / NF * Balkan salad - GF / DF / NF (one prepared without feta cheese) * Baby carrots - GF / DF / NF (one prepared without tofu sauce) * Roasted peppers - GF / DF / NF * Cauliflower - GF / DF / NF * Baked beans - GF / DF / NF * Roasted lamb - GF / DF / NF * Stuffed pork belly "Sarma" - GF / DF / NF * Brussels sprouts - GF / DF / NF (one prepared without yogurt and bacon) * Seafood platter Everything was flavorful, well-seasoned, and beautifully presented. The meal was so delicious that I didn't even manage to get photos of everything, which rarely happens for me. Just know we dined very well and left completely satisfied. Service The staff was wonderful from start to finish. From the event team member who served as our account manager, to the chef, to the servers and wait staff, everyone was attentive and accommodating. They handled our dietary needs with care and professionalism and made sure our group felt taken care of throughout the evening. Pricing We paid a set fee that we were able to negotiate, and the final rate wasn't too bad for a group experience like this. Just keep in mind that there is an admin fee, a 20% gratuity, and taxes added on top, so be sure to factor that into your planning if you're booking a group event. Overall, I'd absolutely recommend Ambar for group dining, especially if you have guests with dietary restrictions. They made coordination easy, delivered great food, and created a memorable dining experience for our team.

    We had an enjoyable experience. The all-you-can-eat small plate style is great for sharing with…read morefriends or family and trying a lot of different dishes. The food was overall tasty, especially the dips -- we all really enjoyed the beet dip, and I liked the fresh citrus balance in some of the spreads. The medium rare steak was also cooked well. Some other dishes like the shrimp and grits, sliders, and mac & cheese were more underwhelming and a little lacking in flavor. But overall a solid spot for to come with a group and a good way to try a variety of Balkan-inspired dishes.

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    Zaytinya

    Zaytinya

    4.2(6.3k reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$$

    This place is in a great corner location, the food was delicious, and the staff were friendly…read moreoverall. We had a reservation to make sure we got a table, and the restaurant was completely full when we arrived. The only downside was that after being seated outside, we felt a little forgotten for the first 30 minutes or so. No one came by with water or to check in, and it seemed like the staff may not have realized a new table had been seated until we flagged down the outside host. There were also swarm of flies hovering around the outdoor tables, which another table pointed out and then we started noticing too. Aside from that, the experience was good overall. The inside dining area definitely had a dressier vibe compared to the patio seating, and once we were helped, the food made up for the slow start.

    Placed a large order via Uber Eats since restaurant will not accept takeout orders directly…read more Restaurant does not allow any specifications when ordering through Uber Eats - for example, one person wanted one ingredient held from her salad. Uber Eats lacked description for Zaytinya's food items (such as the ounces of the drinks) and some items (such as the horta salata) were not as pictured. There were no extra napkins in our bag. The Coke came in bottles but we didn't receive any bottle openers. To top it off, we had three food items missing. I called the restaurant again to let them know about the missing food - they were unapologetic and didn't know what the proper protocol was to fix the situation. The service was subpar and the servings were small. Won't be back. The next day we had food delivered from another local restaurant where both the food and service were outstanding, unlike at Zaytinya. UPDATE: After writing the Yelp review, a general manager at Zaytinya emailed me the following: "..."The restaurant normally offers takeout, but the location was actually closed that day for a private event. However, since the order had come through, we tried to honor it. The mujadara and 2 orders of rice were missing because we hadn't prepped those items, as they were not offered for the buyout..." The restaurant knew on Friday what I was ordering for Tuesday. They had plenty of time to reach out to me and tell me they would be closed and wouldn't be able to fulfill the order. Instead, they knowingly sent out an order without all of the food for our group and charged as if we received everything. This shows a lack of professionalism and is disrespectful.

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    AMBAR Restaurant, Clarendon - Cheese pie

    AMBAR Restaurant, Clarendon

    4.3(2.2k reviews)
    5.3 mi
    $$$

    I can't believe I haven't heard more people talking about Ambar in DC/Clarendon! We went to the…read moreClarendon location for dinner yesterday and it was absolutely incredible. They offer an all-you-can-eat dinner menu (plus brunch), and every single thing we tried was delicious. We were a party of two and definitely overstuffed ourselves trying as much as we could Honestly, I think 3-4 people would be the perfect group size so you can share everything and sample more dishes comfortably. The food came out quickly, tapas-style, which made the whole experience even better. Great price for the amount and quality of food, excellent service, and such a fun ambiance. The decor was also super cute. I really liked that they had a large disability ramp as well.

    Came here for the first time on Mother's Day Mother's Day. They ran a special three dish Mother's…read moreDay to their brunch experience for $49.99. When we walked in, we thought it was gonna be packed because there were no reservations on OpenTable however they were able to see us right away. A very nice touch to add a stem of Rose for the women. I would say that I gave it a lower star rating not because the food was bad. It was actually delicious, but probably the experience itself. The restaurant felt chaotic, and even though all the tables were not completely packed of course there were flowers everywhere people gathering with grandmother's mother's children, etc We were seated in a two people table and all the top past dishes started to pile up very quickly. Instead of monitoring, the progress of the finished dishes and removing those dishes due to space constraint, the dishes came from the kitchen, almost on top of one another, and at one point I had to hold a dish in my hand in order to make space to put a dish on top of another flatbread pan/dish, making things super chaotic. Also dishes had to be put on top of the menu because in order to order additional food, you need to leave at least one copy of the menu at the table. Overall, again the flavors and taste were good, though I might have had similar dishes from other places, and my partner commented that some of it is actually very close to the Capital One landing at DCA. I would just say that it was more due to the chaos and just the way that all the dishes piled up on top of us we felt like we were we had to eat super quickly so that we could stack dishes ourselves and create room at the table. Also, when serving the dishes were not kept level and basically was slide to the side of the dish, making presentation off

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