The food here is really good! My favorite bites were the tteboki a la vodka, the colonne pompeii, the truffle madeleines, and the mole dessert was great. The interior was cute. However, I was kind of disappointed by the service here as it felt like our server was avoiding us?? We saw her be much more attentive to other tables right by us and skip ours over several times. I am mostly disappointed because of the fact that I've heard from many people that this restaurant is the place to go for phenomenal service, especially to celebrate an occasion, which is why I picked it to celebrate my birthday. Unfortunately, we left disappointed. read more

4.5*s Magical night for our party of four (with two out of towners) and probably the best service I have ever had with Lindsay as our culinary guide and server. She was 5 star! The food is carefully and passionately prepared in an ambient, cozy setting. The bread service alone was noteworthy as well as the drinks! From start to finish you are treated like you actually like eating as opposed to being shoved micro plates that are Insta-worthy, but not necessarily satisfying. Rose's balances both food and presentation! The lychee pork salad is still brand-defining. The caviar course with coconut ice cream is outrageously daring and yet not at all, because it makes sense the minute you bite in. The tuna tartare in avocado was probably the most average of the dishes, but even then, it was what we wanted and prepared expertly. But stop the presses. The pasta was perfection - we split all three with the pea tagliatelle (I think) and tteok bokki in spicy sauce just out of this world! The ribs were a bit of an uninspired choice as our main, but I think that is because of the flavor explosion the pastas brought. It was tasty, but a little short in the portion department for two person sharing. Still, very good and didn't take the shine off the previous course. The toffee was diabetic coma-inducing deliciousness. Hard to imagine more flavor packed into that small, but appropriate because of the decadence serving. Overall, mostly lived up to the hype but the service put it over the top. Thanks Lindsay! read more

The interior is very casual and welcoming as well as the staff! I will say that our bartender (we sat at the indoor garden bar) and watching the staff joke around with eachother definitely made the meal better. Super friendly but informative people. I love the blend of some Thai flavors in these dishes. Although basically everything was good or great, it did feel overpriced as not as many items wowed me. The biscuit is nothing crazy a little dry like most biscuits are but the butter is very unique! It's super soft and easy to spread and the butter itself is sweet with a really nice fried chicken flavor. There's also bits of fried chicken in the butter itself which taste kinda like the burnt ends of a piece! Yummy but pretty heavy, I would probably enjoy it more with just that flavored butter but without the little pieces. 3.5/5 The famous pork and lychee salad was absolutely amazing! It tasted complex but everything went together so well. It was super refreshing and incredibly flavorful. I feel like I could eat a huge bowl of just that and continue to enjoy the strong but refreshing flavors 5/5 Our bartender let us enjoy an extra appetizer as we were curious on what else the cucumber salad would include but ultimately decided that the Rangoon sounded better. This was so good! The bread on the outside was thin and had a little bounce! It wasn't necessarily chewy but still felt like a mix of mochi donut and tempura texture. The inside was filled with completely melted cream cheese mixed with the savory squash. Surprisingly light but very yummy. It comes with two sauces 4/5 The cucumber salad was lightly seasoned and tasted very refreshing, sweet and vinegary. Yummy but nothing special 3/5 They surprised us with fried chicken which was coated in a sweet and sour sauce with some kick from the ginger. The chicken was a bit dry but the crunch and that sauce flavor was amazing 4/5 Mentaiko spaghetti was super yummy with a buttery, savory and nicely oceany taste. The uni adds a nice creamy sweetness to it too! 4/5 I loved the calamarata alla vodka. It tasted like a creamier complex vodka sauce with some Thai flavors. Not heavy very addicting. The pasta shape is cute and the actual squid inside was the most tender squid ive ever eaten 5/5 Miso glazed short rib was too heavy for my taste. Definitely dip it in the potatoes as they are too buttery to be eaten by itself but serve more like a thick sauce. The meat was a bit dry too. 2/5 Sweet corn crème brûlée is exactly what u expect. Refreshing sweet corn flavor and a nice crunchy top. The top did end up a little sticky though 3/5 Drinks Our bartender let us add some alcohol of choice to the lychee lemon fizz. Exactly as it sounds, a nice refreshing drink that masks that alc well 3/5 Tokyo electric was such a nice balance of sour and sweet and incredibly smooth. We loved this 4/5 read more

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Exceptional evening all around. Sat at the bar on a Thursday night, fantastic service and amazing food. We hadn't been in several years but the lychee salad was as good as I remembered it in my dreams! Ran out of steam to finish the pork belly because it is a very heavy dish, but every bite I did have was excellent. Service was top-notch, pleasant and fast and well-trained. You pay for it but worth the splurge! read more

We are so lucky to have Rose's Luxury. Made a reservation a month before our anniversary (a Tuesday night), secured seats at the chef's counter to watch the action, and took a dozen selfies sitting under the neon "Awesome" sign, of course. Every dish was simple and perfect: caviar and coconut ice cream (a MUST - seriously, spend the extra $), sweet madeleines (as the bread basket), grilled cabbage (wanted to try something different since we've had the lychee pork salad before, and glad we did), mentaiko spaghetti (so unique and creamy with a subtle oyster flavor), cacio e pepe soufflé (simple, airy, with a perfect pepper cream sauce), and the steak (had that perfect campfire-style crust) with potatoes topped with Crystal's (THE best hot sauce IMHO). We loved the little surprises between meals, especially the popcorn soup. Sounds odd, but mmm. A perfect blend of sweet and savory. Have I used the word "perfect" too many times? Well, I'll say at it again: Dinner was perfect. Rose's Luxury is a gem. read more

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Finally had the opportunity to go to Rose's Luxury for a 530 reservation. Unfortunately parking was a nightmare due to location and I hadn't planned for it. I let the restaurant know that I was running late and they were gracious about the tardiness. I got sat at the bar and was greeted by enthusiastic staff. The restaurant was lively and a bit loud for my liking, but it was great energy overall. The customer service was A1, one of the best I have had in the restaurant industry. Emre and Samantha were both knowledgeable, welcoming, and full of life. I hope to see them again. I accidentally spilled my drink during a food presentation, the staff cleaned up my mess, replaced my drink and made it no big deal. My hats off to them. The food was delicious to boot. Bread Service- Full of flavor and texture. The butter was impeccable Pork and Lychee Salad- Fun flavors and textures. The pork was mouth watering. Cucumber Salad- An interesting way of doing a classic. It wasn't my favorite since I like my salad a particular way. Caviar and Ice Cream- This is a must have. I didn't expect to love this combination of flavors as much as I did! SNOWMEN" TTEOKBOKKI A LA VODKA- I wish I had three to four servings of this to myself. Spicy but consistent with every bite! I loved this. Pasta Al LIMONE- a citrusy pasta dish. Another interesting flavor profile i wasn't expecting. Very tasty , but not something I'd eat again. Miso Glazed Short Rib - This was probably my favorite dish of the evening. This was also heavier than it appeared. However, there were no remains to be found when finished. I highly recommend this experience for anyone who wants to have fun with their food and feel seen and heard by staff at a restaurant. read more

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A great experience for a date night! I love that there is cheap parking nearby. The experience from start to end was so fun and the food is delicious. We received the pork and lychee salad for free! The waitress who came and brought it to us told us that she moved from NJ? because of this salad. If anything, the baklava sundae was a little too sweet and not enough like real baklava. read more

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Absolutely amazing... Was invited to Nile Rodgers' 70th birthday celebration. The space is small, and I rely on a lower wheelchair, but was able to navigate the downstairs space and truly enjoy time with friends. The food is exception. The drinks as well. And the service is wonderful. Highly recommend!!! read more

Amber- you welcomed us with a friendly attitude and smile. Perfect person to run the floor, thank you! Cesar- you made our night!! Every single detail, every interaction was ON POINT. Each bite was a WOW and perfectly portioned. As a restauranteur, we see EVERYTHING and they were all over every detail. This is how service should be! I can't wait to come back, my highlight of DC meals! read more

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I have never heard of this restaurant. My aunt had been wanting to go here and I am so glad we were able to dine in. First thing, we chose garden seating on Resy and it was actually bar seating. That was misleading and definitely was not a great impression. Ultimately, John the bartender turned out to be very amazing and attentive. He also made the most delicious mock tails. Now, to the food.. everything was absolutely delicious. Each person can choose two items and dessert. I honestly feel like it is worth every penny, and you will certainly leave full. read more

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Not everything ordered was perfect but the dishes that stood out was just incredible. WOW, I'm still telling people how amazing some of the dishes were. I felt lucky because I heard they never use to take reservations but now they do. I was able to snag a reservations on a weekend, prime time. The restaurant is pretty big with two floors. Love the open kitchen and the interior. Lets talk about food. My favorite dish of all was the THE PORK AND LYCHEE SALAD. It was just incredible, the flavor combos were like amazing. SO good! I can't even form a word but it was one of the best things I ate all year. Rose's Luxury has seasonal pastas and I was lucky enough to try the Princess Mafalda's Pasta. "if lasagna and fettuccine had a baby, it would look like this. tossed with charred asparagus and Calabrian chili." I would say pasta as it's best. We did order two pasta and my friend and I didn't like the Mentaiko Spaghetti. A little fishy for our tastebuds. We also loved the NOBU'S MISO-MARINATED BLACK COD but with Chilean sea bass. The fish was cooked to perfection and the mash potato, most creamy I have ever had. Everything else was good too. I can't wait to visit DC again just to dine here. read more

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Sooo happy I finally after years got to try this place! It is way more chill than other Michelin restaurants and the servers are so sweet. The chefs counter is the best place to sit and you get a lot of attention from staff there. All the food on the tasting menu was excellent but my faves were the lychee and tempeh salad and the tomato spaghetti was incredible!!! The tres leches cake was huge and super light and milky. Loved everything I tried just the short rib dish could have been more tender and warmer. I will def come back for a different seasonal menu! read more

This was truly an amazing flavor experience! To start of, the pork and lychee salad. I had NEVER tasted anything like this before, but I wanted BOWLS more of this. It was DELICIOUS. The two pastas we're so different but so smashing. The pea pasta was bright and the lamb pasta was heavy and earthy in ALL the best ways. It almost ate like a lamb lasagna. And another thing: both of these pastas passed the next day microwave test with FLYING COLORS! The next course was the soft shell crab taco lettuce wrap that was so good. The acidity of the fried green tomato was the perfect companion to the rich fried crab. The final food course was one of the best steaks I have had this year served with some amazing potatoes. Lastly, even though we were full, we still found room for the dessert. The mochi dessert had an AMAZING texture. All in all, this was such a great time. The service was amazing and the drinks were really good too. You def want to try this place sooner than later! read more

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Long story short, I thought Rose's was good and appropriately priced, but not sure I'd be back. Of all the Michelin restaurants in DC, this is the one that everyone hyped up to me so it certainly had high standards to live up to. Madelines to start were delicious. We pretty much tried the whole menu. The pork & lychee salad is their classic dish, which you get two of when you order it which I appreciated. My favorite dish was probably the cacio e Pepe soufflé and the cauliflower. Least favorite was the lamb manfredi which was incredibly over salted (and we had ordered two of those). Desserts were also delicious. Service was great and they even let us wait awhile for the rest of our party. The cocktail I had was mot good, especially for the price, so I would stick with wine or water. Overall things were good, albeit very salty and nothing to write home about. read more

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9.5/10: Rose's Luxury was a near perfect experience. It's no wonder Obama came here on his birthday. The second you step inside, you're surrounded by a warm farmhouse interior. Think string lights draped over dark brick and granite. The food was excellent. The chef, Aaron Silverman, used to work at different kitchens across the Northeast and the South, such as Momofuku. His cooking showcases both a mastery of balanced flavors and a playfulness. He takes traditional ingredients like caviar or pasta and introduces daring contrasts like ice cream or strawberries. The signature dish, pork and lychee, exemplifies the chef's creativity. At first glance, it sounds absurd to combine lychee and coconut foam with a relatively fatty meat. Yet, the combination somehow is brought together by the right balance of acidity, sweetness, and umami. The service was also superb. The waiters clearly know their stuff. They know exactly how the parsley oil is prepared and are quick to suggest nice cocktail pairings. We were also pleasantly surprised to receive two dishes on the kitchen. The Michelin star is well deserved. read more

Rose's Luxury - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We hadn't been to Roses for several years and certainly first time post-pandemic. Restaurant was busy but not packed on a Saturday evening. Since our prior visits, the style has changed to a choose your own adventure, though you can choose entirely on your own or shared with the table. We went celebrating and birthday and Bonnie was absolutely amazing from start to finish ensuring the birthday person felt celebrated/recognized. She was also very attentive, friendly, and made great recommendations. Almost everything was good, with the exception of the short rib. We were very excited for this dish and even ordered a double quantity! However the dish was underwhelming - very little taste in the sauce and meat was dry. The slicing was also strange, like it was against the grain. The coconut tres leches dessert was overly sweet, we didn't even take leftovers, but perhaps personal preference. Again, Bonnie made the meal memorable - we will definitely remember her! read more

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The menu at Roses is so unique with dishes combining ingredients I never would have considered putting together. And it works so so well!! Be adventurous and trust the chef because you will not be disappointed. read more

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Still reeling over the amazing time we had here for a girl gang, Michelin-worthy dinner. Since it is technically still Covid, Rose has a "pre-fixe" menu wherein each person at the table chooses 2 dishes and every 2 people share a dessert. So that is what our gang thought we were getting into, BUT wait, for parties of 6+ RL books you for a Chef's Tasting. Needless to say we were surprised and excited because no one told us, until our waiter heard us trying to figure out which dishes we were going to order and which we were going to duplicate to share as a group, so he graciously came over to stop us (thank goodness he spared us because we were knee-deep into this 5-minute conversation of what to get). The Chef's Tasting was pretty much every item on their menu with a couple extra goodies. Their menu changes seasonally, so most of what I am highlighting, you may not try (except for the Pork & Lychee Salad, which has remained since they opened). Highlights for our table: Rose's Bread Service (foccacia), Pork and Lychee Salad, Honeydew Pappardelle (its honeydew sliced paper thin pappardelle pasta in a creamy dressing with blackberries and little edible flowers - light and refreshing), Birria Tacos with Consommé, Princess Mafalda's Pasta, Mentaiko Spaghetti, their house spaghetti (it was creamy but had some tang from sun-dried tomatoes and all parts cheesy), Nobu Miso Cod, and the Chess Pie (offset and paired perfectly with some sour cream and marmalade). Each one of us were literally so full that we had to pack up the last 2 main dishes. Personally, I felt like Violet from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory after she ate that not-yet-finalized blueberry gum. We received Spectacular service from every staff member. They gave us tidbits of history and facts about dishes and the restaurant throughout our meal. One of our girls got stuck in super bad traffic and they were so patient and gracious. Also- can I just say their Rosemary Mint soap in the bathroom smelled divine?! Is that weird? I'm sure it is... They did not disappoint for sure here. I can't wait to bath in some more luxury from Rose. Thank you! read more

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I think this has taken the spot as my new favorite restaurant. Walking in it was a lot more casual than I was expecting (the waiters all had on Hawaiian shirts) but it was still very nice. We went for our anniversary so our waiter kindly gave us a free glass of Prosecco to start which was delicious! For our dishes we started with the bread course with fried chicken butter. The biscuits were the best I've ever had and the butter was sweet, salty, and delicious. Next we had the cucumber salad which was incredible. It's hard to describe but the flavors were perfect together combined with the grilled flavor of the cucumber. Our waiter also brought us a small taste of the cauliflower which was also incredible. I won't describe the rest of the dishes but the pork and lychee salad was must; spicy and delicious, one of my favorite dishes in DC now. The other standout was the miso short rib. It's not shred-apart tender like a typical short rib you'd get but it was still easy to cut and eat and the miso flavor was great. The potatoes were equal parts butter equal parts potato so of course those were to die for. We opted for the wine pairing as well. Although I'm glad we tried it, I don't think I'd do it again. The wines were delicious and paired nicely with the food but everything was kind of boring compared to the pairing at Oyster Oyster. Our waiter, Nam, was a lot of fun. Very funny and had some great recommendations for things we should try. The icing on the cake is they gave us the ingredients to make the cacio e Pepe at home (which was another little extra dish they gave us during dinner). Overall probably the best meal I've ever had and will definitely be back in the future. read more

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I am rarely pleasantly surprised by a restaurant but wow the food and service at Rose's were amazing. We made a reservation to celebrate our anniversary here for the first time. Not only did the server bring out some Prosecco to cheers the occasion in the beginning, but he continued to delight with little treats and extra plates throughout the night. He also has great recommendations and steered us in the right direction when we were indecisive. The music and decor are bumping. We want a little overboard and ordered extras, thinking we'd be hungry given the small plates but boy were we wrong. We were so stuffed halfway through that we had to order the final plates and dessert to go... that's never happened before! Serving sizes are generous for a small plates format. We were able to try: Pork and lychee salad is their most popular staple. They are able to do it without cilantro. Hazelnut pesto colonne Pompeii pasta - giant thick chewy pasta noodles with a hazelnut pasta. Miso short rib Fancy fish camp - delightfully filleted and served in front of you with caviar tartare and hush puppies Chess pie Charred cauliflower with yogurt Lobster popcorn soup Bread course came with flaky layered biscuits and chicken fat butter Cacio and pepe to make at home White truffle pasta was extra and it's basically grown up buttered pasta Run don't walk! We'll definitely be back. read more

It has been a while since we visited Roses but we took the whole family there a while ago and it was fantastic. Not inexpensive but everything was top notch. read more

Tried looking for a nice, boujie spot for mah boothaang for his birthday and came across this restaurant in my search. Reviews and pictures looked very appealing. Setting is very cute, cozy, divey, and modern. The staff was very friendly and accommodating to the max. They're very happy to serve you. Keep in mind, each person is required to order two dishes in the menu. I'm not for sure if their menu changes from time to time but we ordered NOBU'S MISO-MARINATED BLACK COD, "SPRING CHICKEN", GREEN TOMAMTO PANZANELLA, and an Empanada dish. Every dish was spectacular in the mouth. LIKE WOW. My most favorite is the spaghetti and chicken, like how?! how did they make this so good?! HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Make sure you got some money cuz this is quite expensive! read more

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Outstanding! Simply an amazing dining experience. The staff are amazing, friendly and knowledgeable and went out of their way to ensure you are well taken care of. The cocktails are delicious and the food top notch. They also do an amazing job catering to food allergies. It is pricey, but every cent is worth it! The desserts are to die for! read more

A quick update is in order because we visited for the first time in five years, and the experience is quite different. Gone are the days of standing in line outside. Thank the food gods for that. Now you can make reservations, and you will need one. Also gone are the days of a la carte ordering. As of January 2023, the dinner is prix fixe for $95 per person. The menu offerings are much different than the old days, too. Thankfully, they are still award winning quality. The food may actually be better now than our first visit. For two people, you get to choose four items off the menu plus a dessert. There was no chance we could finish all the food they brought, we were super stuffed and had food to take home. Before our selections arrived, they gave us an amuse bouche of popcorn soup with a piece of lobster meat. I bet you've never had that before. Nice start. They also bring some table bread, which is a warm, soft brioche. My wife said it was the best free table bread she ever had. Our four choices were all tasty. To give you an idea of what the menu offers, we tried: + Caramelized cauliflower, a nice start that was topped with an amazing truffle oil yogurt + A martelli penne dish, the simplest of our selections, but decent flavor + Brisket sandwich - can you go wrong with brisket? + Steak and eggs. I save this for last because it is beyond exceptional. This is one of the best dishes I've ever eaten in DC and easily the best steak. It's a grilled rib eye served medium-rare with a "side car" of potatoes. It is literally a cardboard car, a fun touch to the dish. I cannot recommend recommend this one enough. It is the kind of dish that inspires involuntary moans after every bite. For dessert, we went with the brown butter cake, a giant swirly cake served with ice cream. Amazing as well. It will go straight to your hips, but it is so good you won't mind carrying those sweet memories with you. I appreciate that despite the focus on amazing food, they also offer unique cocktails, and they are well balanced enough that they don't feel like conceptual excercises but actually tasty drinks you will enjoy. One we tried, called the "last one I promise," could have easily fallen into the "too cutesy" category, with brismet washed bourbon. Somehow they nailed it. It really tastes like smoked brisket in a glass, but amazingly we found it as sippable as an old fashioned. The banana rum punch was a winner, too. One thousand bonus points because they really make an effort to make you feel special. We came for a bday, and during the course of the meal, they brought us two free rounds of prosecco and a small dessert for free with a bday candle. That was on top of the "ridiculously sized dessert" that comes with your meal normally. Rose's remains one of the best places in town for a special occasion. read more

I would consider this my favorite restaurant in Washington DC and possibly one of my favorite restaurants anywhere. As a matter of fact, I recommended this place to one of my good friends who was visiting DC with his family and he told me it was one of the best dining experiences he's ever had. A few years ago I was visiting my cousin in DC, and he was busy one night, so he suggested I come here. I was worried because it sounded like the seating and wait was pretty daunting. I just showed up by myself and put in my name and as luck would have it, I was able to get seated at the bar within 5 to 10 minutes! The food and what I ordered/ received (so you know I'm not just sprinkling this place with superlatives and hyperbole for no reason): -The bread: even the bread was so tasty. It was potato brioche, and it came with a side of sour cream and chives and crispy onion I love baked potatoes and bread. The perfect dinner starter doesn't exi...wha! -Romaine heart, crispy potato, duck egg: I guess this was my salad, but eats more like a small plate appetizer. -Lychee & pork sausage salad (their signature dish): holy heck. I mean seriously... So freaking good. It's almost like a perfect blend of flavors, textures, and overall just fun and playful. You get some crunchiness from the onions and pork sausage. You get some sweet from the lychee and coconut cream/dressing. I'm still dreaming of this dish years later. -Hand cut trenette cacio y Pepe: perfectly cooked pasta, and a delicious emulsified sauce and the earthy flavor of pepper. Great pasta dish and a great piece of the whole meal. -trio of ice creams: OK I don't mean to blow them up, but I didn't order this and they let me have a sample of their three different types of ice cream. They brought this out and it was a very lovely surprise. And oh my gosh all the ice creams were so freaking good. The service was super friendly, and I would consider it impeccable. I seriously felt like a VIP that night. Not the bum off the street coming in by myself on a Saturday night like what it was in actuality lol. The restaurant itself is just so beautiful. That exposed brick and wood and lighting made for such a beautiful atmosphere. It also helps that all the guests seem to have fun and the vibe in there was just so jovial. The bar seating area was just so fun that if I ever come back. I would consider specifically asking to sit at the bar. My cousin has since moved to a different city. But I am very tempted to visit DC maybe just to go to this restaurant, haha. But if I do find myself back in DC, this is a must and at the top of my list. Disclaimer: I ate here years ago, but came across the pictures recently. I still have fond and vivid memories, and like I mentioned above, I have recommend this restaurant to multiple people since my visit and they seem to agree with quality of this institution. read more

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Wow. What an incredible dining experience. The staff was so attentive and kind. The food was absolutely delicious; every dish was special. We had a vegetarian in our group and they made accommodations for each dish so we could enjoy both options. The cucumber salad and fish were my favorites but I loved everything. We also went for a friends birthday and they made the experience extra special and brought an adorable candle with our dessert. 10/10 recommend and already can't wait to go back. read more

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I've been to Rose's twice now, in different seasons and with different people, and both times it was great. The service was spot on both times and I appreciated how helpful and friendly our servers were. They made the dining experience more fun! The first time I went was with my husband, and the second was with my husband and some friends. I think I liked it slightly better with a bigger group. With just my husband and me, the portions were almost too big. Weird complaint, I know. But I wanted to eat it all and keep eating and I just got overwhelmed because of how full I was (and how good everything was)! Going with friends we still got a ton of food, but somehow the portions felt a bit more manageable. I like that they let you choose your own tasting menu and each person at the table can choose different things. This allowed us to try many of the options on the menu. And the food - it was all amazing. So, so good. People rave about the pork and lychee salad for a reason. Just get it. Yes, it seems like an unusual combo but it just works! Trust me on this one. I also LOVE their lemony spaghetti. Just thinking about it makes me crave it again. Rose's is definitely a "special occasion" kind of dinner, but it's worth it. It's a great place for a date night, a celebration, or somewhere to take your parents. I will definitely be back. read more

This place was amazing! The staff is awesome and on point. Everything was delicious. We got the caviar ice cream, sea bass, chicken, and the oxtail birria. The chess cake was also great! Would definitely recommend this place to everyone. I want to go again ASAP! Also, we had some chicken left over and omgggg it was so good the next day. read more

Rose's Luxury - chilean sea bass - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

If i could I'd give service more than 5 stars - this place was a breath of fresh air after so many dining experiences that you know are short staffed and trying their best. Everyone was so welcome & kind! We were celebrating a girlfriends birthday who has been to RL multiple times (it was our first). Food was amazing! Do yourself one and if available get the coconut ice cream & caviar plus of course the famous pork and lychee salad. Loved every meal that was brought out! Just an all around wonderful place for special occasions and delicious food! Will def read more

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3 stars I'm not sure I can fully put into words how underwhelming I found the food here. The lychee salad (their signature dish that's been raved and raved about) was warm. The spare ribs were salty and the cucumber salad (which I was kindly provided a tasting of on the house) was fine without being as amazing as the bartender made it seem. I also ordered the gin, basil, grapefruit cocktail but the only flavor that came across was the grapefruit and ever so slightly. There also didn't seem to be much gin in the drink. Compared to the Dabney and the Smith where you can walk in with literally no pre-conceived notions and have an amazing dining experience (food quality wise) I was sorely disappointed by RL. The food was dressed up but lacked flavor and panache read more

Good place to try casual Michelin star dining, but for this price ($95per person)? I really wanted to like this place, but I think you can find a lot of cheaper alternatives with better food. Overall, this restaurant seems to be overpriced and a little overrated. The concept is pretty cool. Prix Fixe for 2 people is a choice of 5 dishes from the menu of 10 listed items. My friend and I found the pork and lychee salad to be our favorite appetizer on the menu! A MUST, if you go!! All the appetizers were delicious. Our server even gifted us a free dish because of the long wait times we had between courses. However, we found all the entrees to be mediocre. Nothing wrong with the food, it just didn't exceed our expectations for what we were going to pay for. If you're planning to go, go with no expectations and with a reservation! read more

Rose's Luxury - The pork and lychee salad - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Rose's never disappoints, a fantastic meal, excellent service, quality dishes, and a great price point (which contributes to living wages for their employees!) Their menu does change, so try not to fall too in love with anything (unless it's the pork and lychee, which hopefully stays indefinitely). The service is absolutely stellar, the food delivers share details about each dish with delight and the servers take pleasure in making recommendations or helping you make hard foodie decisions. I will continue to come here as often as I can! read more

Plot twist: we were invited back after our horrendous experience and it was AMAZING this time around. From the food (the lychee and vegan pork is bomb) to the service, everything was top notch and unpretentious. This time we did the chef's table and it was fun to see the chef's and servers at work. And damn do they work hard. All our servers were kind and polite and respectful. The presentation and taste of the food was top notch. Details. For drinks, I got the tiki rum drink (can't remember the name), which came in a reusable red solo cup, umbrella and Marichino cherry. It was sweet with a tiny hint of spicy but not overwhelming and I got quite the buzz! My friend got the spicy tequila drink and their signature rose drink. Both phenomenal especially the rose one. For food, started with the bread ( the least exciting of the dishes) followed by our lychee salads, which was so good I used up the bread to scoop up the juice. We next got the strawberry pasta which I really enjoyed and want to emulate (strawberry purée and pasta sauce) but my friend found to be basic. We next got an amuse bush of popcorn soup which was tasted like butter and purée with two nice chunks of purée. I could put that in a baby bottle and drink all night it was so good. Lastly I got the short rib in a mashed purée of sorts and it was a beautiful presentation but I didn't love the texture of the beef. My friend got the Dover sole with hush puppies, and it was fun to see him debone the fish. At that point I was stuffed but out came THREE DESERTS. Two fun birthday celebration cakes and one coconut and ice cream desert. We were absolutely stuuuuuuffed at this point. A great redemption, and dreaming of coming back now! read more

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Hands down best Michelin restaurant we've been to. Everything was so outstanding- food, service, and atmosphere. The vibes inside were literally perfect. I think next time we'll try sitting at the chefs counter for a unique experience. read more

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My husband took me here for my birthday. Before my first visit, I was told they won a Michelin star several years back so I couldn't wait to see what all the craze was about. And I did.. They really outdo themselves. We had: -The Pork & Lychee salad that you have to "destroy to enjoy" - The Mushroom Tortelleni en Brodo that had a tasty broth you could sip afterwards -Seth's fancy fish camp (whole fried Dover with caviar tartar saucer) which was seasoned and crispy to perfection! - The Miso glazed short rib that I could literally eat everyday until the end of time. Every ounce of this dish was carefully thought out from the bed of purée, to the butter-like tenderness. - some mystery dessert bar that I was given for my birthday. I plan on finding out what it was because it was the tastiest dessert I've ever had! We LOVED our server, Cesar's, customer service. He didn't just stick to the standard "how was everything" serving script. He was a lot more attentive, personable and engaged. For example, when he realized I had hardly touched the Lycee salad (that they're known for), he inquired if there was an ingredient I wasn't a fan of etc And I'm glad he did, because it turned out I misunderstood the dish. My husband and I mistook the Lycee for eggs (which I don't eat) so I was carefully eating around them. Once he explained that there were no eggs, I gobbled the salad down in seconds! He really went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of, which I could sense is the culture there. All staff kept up this same quality of customer service. They also wait until the second you finish a dish to bring out the next, fresh instead of bombarding the table with several dishes at a time. There were SO many nice touches but favorite had to be the gift bag they provided at end with a pasta recipe AND the dish ingredients! I've never been giving such a neat parting gift from any restaurant. For such an upscale dining experience, they definitely have a smooth, casual feel that makes you feel comfortable yet well taken care of. I will definitely be back. read more

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Just wow. I think this might have been the best meal of my life. Every dish had flavor combinations I've never had before and every bite was worth savoring. You have to get the lychee salad, it's been on their menu since forever for a reason. The decor was sleek and chic and our waiter was a hoot. This is the place to go if you're celebrating. read more

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One of the most delicious meals of my life! I attended a networking dinner here and it was fantastic. Beautiful setting on the upstairs patio, fantastic service, delicious and inspiring food. The wine pairing flight was perfectly paired with the dishes. Loved this meal and will add it to my 'special dinner' rotation. Totally worth the $ and effort to get in. Fantastic experience all around - food, service, ambiance. read more

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Great experience here! Definitely worth sitting at the chef's counter to really get the best experience. Food was extremely well made and service was great. read more

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Rose's luxury is very popular so you definitely have to plan ahead and make a reservation several weeks in advance! There is some street parking available in Capitol Hill but you might have to take your chances. The vibe is super chill, and our server was very friendly. We even got the popcorn soup with lobster chunks at the bottom as a treat! - ice cream, caviar, & happiness fish eggs - the pork and lychee salad times two - miso glazed short rib à la chefs nobu and robuchon - sethole fried dover sole with a side of avesomeness (aka caviar tartar sauce) - baklava sundae (one dessert serves 2.9 people) We were super full by the end and we even got ingredients to make Cacio y Pepe at home as a gift. It was a great date night experience! I am really impressed by the creativity involved with coming up the combination of flavors. I'm guessing there was inspiration from different cuisines (e.g., French, Asian, Mediterranean, etc) and these different elements come together so well! I would love to come back again and check out other dishes! read more

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Finally made it here for dinner. Got seated at the counter which was a cool experience. Love the ambience and vibes of this restaurant - fun music and lively and you can tell the staff was having fun. Service was very attentive and not rushed. Started with some drinks and bread service. Bread was sooo delicious and warm with honey butter shaped into a rose. Got the lychee salad and grilled cucumber salad. The lychee salad was SO FUN! I was unsure about the flavors but once you mix it all together it's a burst of flavors...it was amazing and never had anything like it. The grilled cucumbers were interesting...def eat it with the yogurt but overall it was too intense and we couldn't eat all of it. The pasta we got the tteokbokki a la vodka and the mentaiko spaghetti. Tteokbokki was ok .. tastes like chewy rice cake with your sweet spicy sauce... I wouldn't say it was the most special. I think the sauce could off been a bit less sweet. The mentaiko spaghetti was the best! Definitely tastes like the sea.. noodles were cooked perfectly and the sauce was tasty and not overwhelming. it was the perfect amount. We shared the lobster... it was cooked perfectly and so meaty. The 1982 sauce on top was good but a bit sweet due to the mangos. We ended the night with a special bday treat - chest pie - and shared the sticky toffee pudding with horchata ice cream. the pudding and ice cream combined was not good..they taste better separately and you can appreciate each of the flavors. Overall great experience.. I think overall food could off been a little better or mayb change some of the item. I recommend checking it out for a special occasion. read more

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