I stopped into Dauphine's while visiting Washington, D.C. for happy hour, and the experience was…read moreabsolutely exceptional. From the moment I sat down, the bartenders made me feel genuinely welcomed and taken care of. They took the time to walk me through cocktail recommendations, suggest food items, and even let me sample a couple of things to make sure I found something I would truly enjoy. That kind of thoughtful, personalized service is rare, and it made the entire experience feel less like just grabbing a drink and more like being hosted. The cocktails were fantastic, the food recommendations were spot on, but what really stood out was the hospitality. The team made me feel heard, valued, and comfortable -- especially as someone stopping in from out of town. I would highly, highly, highly recommend Dauphine's. Amazing atmosphere, incredible service, and the kind of staff that makes you want to come back. Can't wait to visit again the next time I'm in D.C.!

Sunday 11-3pm live jazz - make reservation for main dining. You won't regret it…read more Ambiance - high ceilings and New Orleans feel. Upscale as it is a Michelin guide restaurant. Service was very attentive. Freaking loved the jazz. Brunch - Creole inspired cuisine with amazing cocktails. Came for brunch, loved the raw oysters - so fresh and has three levels of salinity. Bread basket - delish, banana bread was the best I've ever had and I'm not a huge fan of banana bread. The other biscuits were nice, the pimento cheese scone was really good too. Chicken and waffles were delicious with a perfect mix of spicy, sweet, and savory. Very crunchy on the outside without compromising the moistness of the chicken. The pig ear salad was just okay.

The fried chicken wings might've been one of, if not the best chicken wings i've had.read more

Sooooo... Thursday Barrett, Andy, and I came here to scratch a serious crawfish itch--and…read moreabsolutely nailed it (see my April 2 review ). Fast forward to today... Spencer rolls into DC yesterday, and guess what... the itch was BACK. No debate--we knew exactly where to go. Only difference, it was a beautiful day, so we sat on the outside patio, which was perfect... roomy, open, and breezy. This time, Shae hooked us up with a feast: 5 lbs of crawfish (Hot N Juicy, medium heat), 2 lbs of Spicy head-on shrimp, 2 lbs of spicy headless shrimp, 2 lbs of extra spicy crab legs... and plenty of COLD beers to keep things flowing. She was fantastic... super attentive without hovering... and made sure we were set the whole time. Bottom line: another awesome visit, lots of laughs, and that crawfish itch? DEFINITELY scratched... again!

10/10 best bread pudding, soft sweet with some tart cream cheese notes as well. Will be backread more

Boyfriend and I went to Union Market for a post-dinner sweet treat. I saw this place all over…read moreTikTok, I knew I needed that Brown Butter Bourbon Bread Pudding. They give free samples for NEARLY ALL of their food, I mentioned I traveled to DC from CA, and the workers gave me a sample of one of everything on the menu! Gosh, I have never experienced such AMAZING customer service! My boyfriend loved the etouffee and my favorite was the gumbo sample. We were so stuffed from our previous dinner, and couldn't order more. We noticed everything on the menu was VERY affordable for DC pricing and gave good portions. We ended up opting for the bread pudding, and finished it in minutes. The bread pudding feels like a warm hug, and is a MUST with the ice cream. It has hints of nutmeg, cinnamon, and the bourbon perfectly balanced the creaminess and sweetness of the ice cream.

Anson was our waiter/ new homeboy!! Absolutely loved everything he showed us the ropes since it was…read moreour first time. Definitely will not be the last. The seafood was top tier and THEE freshest. Beyond the seafood the lamb chops deserve their own page on the menu. Go check them out and don't forget we need to love beyond in these crazy times.

Overall a good experience. The food and the service were great. It's a busy place but the wait time…read moreis adequate. I will definitely go back.

I ordered catfish platter with fries. The fish was very good, nice and tasty. I ordered fried…read moreshrimp and calamari and everything was delicious. The food was so good I ordered 2 days later snd added the fried oysters which was terrible , burnt and a strong fishy sea taste, I threw in the trash. This order was placed on Uber Eats , I will order everything again except fried oysters.

If you are looking for a good seafood at decent price, look no further! The boiling crab has a…read morelittle bit of everything with a whole lot of thought behind their service. I so appreciated the bibs, gloves, hand washing stations and easily accessible restrooms. We will be back!

Got the crab cakes; food was okay, but the venue itself really stole the show! Honestly, it's…read moreprobably my favorite concert venue I've ever been to. The space feels so intimate, which makes the whole experience more personal and memorable compared to larger, more crowded venues. The atmosphere was great from start to finish, and everything felt well-organized. The service was also a highlight, our server was incredibly sweet, attentive, and made us feel really comfortable throughout the night. Even though the food was just alright, the overall experience more than made up for it. Between the vibe, the quality of the show, and the excellent service, it's definitely a place I'd come back to again and recommend to others looking for a unique night out/date night!

Blues Alley has maintained their street cred after all these years as being one of the best places…read morein town to catch a live jazz performance. I enjoyed the crab cake with a Caesar salad. The cocktails were veteran made and solid. The dining room is intimate, adding to the connection of the artists and the show. Deborah Bond dropped her new album Amber Dust, a true R&B artist keeping the tradition of the music well and alive. She hosted a listening party show with a customized cocktail menu with drinks named after her latest album! The show was amazing and the sound was clear. Although the menu is a bit limited I enjoyed my crab cakes, which had no filler. Oh and be sure to save yourself time and park in the parking garage across from the alley. This is an amazing little space with big names. Every time I've come here I've always met with the artists after the show. So if you're a super fan and your favorite artist is performing here, GO!

I don't eat this cuisine often, but this definitely hit the spot! Came to dine-in, and ended up…read morebeing the only party dining in honestly. I did enjoy the French/Spanish music in the background. The staff were kind and fast with things. The portion was quite large, which I wasn't expecting. The poisson was quite good with the sauce provided. I found the veggies that came with the rice seasoned quite nicely too. We did also try the turkey creole, which was a tad bit dry, but still good. Plantains and rice were standard in my opinion. We REALLY enjoyed their rum cake though as dessert. Heavier on the alcohol but it made it so good! Definitely a nice experience here.

The food was authentic and cooked to perfection…read more I tried the ox tails, turkey, legume (w/ goat), rice, bean sauce, salad, and fried banana. Everything was flavorful and tender. The service is informal. So, speak up if you want something.

TL;DR: Delicious food!…read more Parking is free - its across the street between the Dollar Tree and Sherwin Williams (no parking slip needed) I made a reservation for 2 on a Saturday at 6pm, it was pretty empty but quickly filled up as the night went on. I have dreamed of eating good crawfish Étouffée again since first having it in Galveston, TX and this did not disappoint. Lots of crawfish, rich in flavor, well spiced. I got the she crab soup, there wasn't any visible roe (which made me sad) but it was still yummy. Sometimes with soup like this, its too salty but this wasn't! The key lime pie was huge! Very easy to eat (not cloyingly, not too tart). If it wasn't such a drive from me, I'd definitely go more often! Yay for this Nova Foodies recommendation.

The alligator soup lacked flavor to me. The shrimp and crawfish etouffee tasted the same as the…read morealligator soup, however, once the weather brought over the Tabasco it was a smash hit! I also ordered the brussel sprouts which were fried perfectly however, I didn't get to taste the sauce until I decided to bring the dish home then, I could taste the sauce from what I poured into the container onto the brussel sprouts and then they were delicious! Maybe they can find a way to have the sauce throughout the dish The bread pudding was just okay also. The staff was delightful. They paid attention to detail and made sure to check on the table regularly. The restroom was really small. I would go back and try another dish.

Amazing experience! The food was delicious, the service was friendly and attentive, and the…read moreatmosphere was warm and welcoming. Everything was well prepared and served promptly. I would definitely recommend this place and look forward to visiting again.

A DC local took my family and I here to celebrate my husbands graduation. it was the hottest day of…read morethe year with a heat index of triple digits and after waiting an hour in the hot sun, we opted to come here for a celebratory lunch, ice cold water, and air conditioning. I am not much of a drinker but the occasion called for a bevvy and the bloody maryland sounded delicious. It was MASSIVE and had a nice kick. we ordered calamari to start and my husband and I split the calamary fra diablo and steak sandwich with frites. Everything was delicious. Fo dessert we shared the creme brulee which was the perfect ending to a great lunch. the decor is classy and very "old DC" but felt very cosy - it was the perfect spot for our late lunch. The service was wonderful as well- our server took great care of us and even ensured we got extra ice in our water to help us hydrate and cool off after experiencing the heat.

I cannot say enough positive things about the St. Germain team! Carrie was attentive, patient, and…read moreso helpful throughout the planning process. She responded to my questions quickly and was always willing to adjust our invoices or provide recommendations. They are also the most affordable company I've found in the DC area. On site, the catering team went above and beyond to ensure our events went seamlessly. I have never had guests compliment the staff and the menu as much as they did with St. Germain! As the event coordinator, I appreciated that Ceecho, Donal, and Johnny checked in with me throughout the event, quickly adjusted to the schedule changes, and were efficient and helpful throughout the set up and tear down process. I highly recommend Saint Germain for our next catered function in DC! We will be a repeat customer for sure!

Very little meat provided for the sandwiches - too much bread and lettuce- confusion over delivery…read moreaddress as well