On the hunt for the best Burger in DC. Not only was it the best in DC, it's the best I've ever had…read moreand I've travelled to all 50 States. Walked in and seated at the bar right away. Novice was the bartender and recommended the Proper burger. I added my typical fries and a Diet Coke. The burger came out quickly. Right off the bat, it's visually amazing. A properly stacked Burger is hard to find. The 2 best things about this burger are 1. The taste , and 2. The form of the burger. The taste is absolutely fantastic. The Gouda paired perfectly with the red onions and the perfectly cooked, juicy beef patties. The aioli was just enough and not overbearing, like looking at a painting of a castle and noticing the subtle blurred background of misty forest. The arugula added another layer of flavor that helped kick this burger into the highest echelons of Burger superiority. And of course, the brioche bun was perfect for this style of burger. It kept its shape while I gently smushed it down in my hands. The entire burger kept its shape and didn't fall apart like some other Burgers will. As I sank my teeth into the first bite, the first thing I noticed was all the flavors blending together. Each bite afterwards just added to my mystified and puzzled bewilderment. The texture was moist and soft. As I chewed and swallowed each morsel, I began to think to myself, is this it? Is my search over? Is this the BEST burger in the country? Never had I tasted such a wonderful burger! (Sorry In-N-Out 2x1, raw onions, chopped chilis, toasted bun, you are no longer on the top of my list). As I neared completion of my newly discovered epitome of gluttonous desires, a feeling of sadness started to take over. I would be done with the burger in a few more bites, and with that, my journey would conclude. I sat there, staring at what would be my final bite. The last bit of pleasure in between my slender fingers, still dripping with the juices God had placed there after it was grilled to perfection in the Kitchen. I placed the final delectable piece into my mouth. I spent what felt like an eternity chewing this treasure before finally gulping down the goblet of wonder. What came after was a feeling of pure bliss. I had finally done it. All the years, all the time dedicated to finding the best Burger ever, is complete. I called my wife and told her "Honey, it's time. I'm coming home." The fries were ok.

We had a nice and quick dine-in experience for lunch. It was Take Your Child to Work Day and I…read moredidn't even know they had a kid's menu! Buttered pasta for the win hah. I had a burger and fries and both were tasty! It was slow service but once we got our food it was quick to get our check. Decor was cute and cherry-blossom-themed for a DC spring.

Had the pleasure of dining at Immigrant Food after attending an exhibit next door…read more Tried on a whim to see if we could be say after not having reservations in which we were thankfully able to sit at the bar. The hostess was nice enough to ask two diners to move over to make room to seat us. The decor and ambiance of the restaurant is very stylish and "at home". Food was delicious. We dined on the Greek winds and the ceviche. Drinks were delicious as well and we were so happy to come have come here. Can't wait to come back!

My friend and I stopped by Immigrant Food en route to a Planet Word visit. I'd been wanting to try…read moreit for a while, and appreciated the convenience of having someplace to grab a [very] quick bite before heading into the museum. The TL;DR is that it did not disappoint! We got and shared a number of things, including: - the lemongrass and chicken dumplings ($14) - the mushroom and cheese croquettes ($14) - the pupusas ($11 during happy hour) - the burrata ($17 during happy hour) It was a treat to have that kind of variety in our appetizers; really love the concept of the place. Everything was quite good. We especially enjoyed the burrata dish, while the chicken dumplings were probably my least favorite of the bunch. We got lucky and happened to stop by during happy hour, which was a nice bonus. What sealed the deal for me -- and made me wanna come back, aside from the proximity to the museum, of course -- was the wonderful service we received (from Ana, if I remember correctly?) and the vibe of the place. I liked the seating and the map on the wall was a fun touch. Looking forward to stopping by again sometime soon, hopefully with more time on my hands this go around (we were in a rush last time)! P.S. If by chance you're a member of The Word Association (i.e., if you have a Planet Word membership -- best name ever), remember to let them know so you can get 10% off. It's not much but it's something!

Such a cute and charming spot in Capitol Hill! We started with the buckwheat bread with butter,…read morewhich was absolutely delicious--simple but so satisfying. We also had the beet salad, which we enjoyed. For our main, we ordered the whole duck. It was well cooked and tender, but we found the flavor a little too subtle for our taste. We were hoping for crispier skin and a deeper, more savory flavor, especially compared with Chinese-style roast duck, where the crispy, flavorful skin is such an important part of the dish. This version felt a bit plain to us. Overall, though, it was a lovely neighborhood spot with a cozy atmosphere, and that buckwheat bread alone is worth ordering again!

Our party of four had dinner at this restaurant recently. The decor is modern, without an…read moreidentifiable theme. We ordered the large porterhouse steak and a full rotisserie chicken to share as entrees. For sides, we enjoyed trumpet mushrooms and asparagus. The pumpernickel was fresh and hot--but it cost $14 for a small loaf. Maybe skip that unless you are carb-deprived. The cocktails looked interesting, but expensive. We opted for tap water and a later cocktail at home. Service was excellent, but our waiter was spread thin over several tables. Water refills came often. They charged an $8.13 "kitchen benefit fee", which I don't agree with. Restaurant owners need to handle their staff pay and benefits internally. We may be back later in the Fall when friends visit DC, but we will avoid the cocktails and bread.

The best experience I've ever had at any restaurant…read more Shoutout to Derique for making sure we were taken care of and expelling his positive energy. Y'all hit that jackpot hiring that man. To Zach who moved an umbrella for us to make sure we didn't get rained on. It wasn't raining yet, and we didn't ask for it, but sure enough it started to drizzle a little while later. Finally to Dem who took an item off the bill because she could tell my Wife didn't really like it. Again, we didn't ask or say anything about it but she did it anyways. Of course the food was great, but the people were the best thing about this place.

The setting is pretty nice, with good ambiance and people preparing food. The waiter was thorough,…read morebut a bit rushed. The menu well written to impress but leaves out the important stuff which waiter has to fill in but unable to completely do so. Anyway, the non-alcoholic menu was limited. The appetizers were fine. The soup was cold (surprise), the oysters small and the fluke was decent. The I ordered the duck which was too salty, the duck leg was mushy not to my liking. The breast was ok. The trout was 1/3 cooked, which surprised one of my guests and she left it alone. The grits was on point, the mash potato was okay as well as the rest of the sides. The pasta side was meh, the collard green p*ssed off my black guests cause it didn't taste anything like what they expected. Overall, the place is well-decorated, professional looking. But the cooking was meh, the recipe was too odd (or maybe advanced) for your regular foodie to appreciate. It was not my choice and I think the person who chose it regretted. For the price you could have gone to some Michelin place. Glad I was done.

Wow wow wow! Some of the best food I've ever had, and probably the best in DC. I have tried a few…read moreother Michelin star spots in DC, but The Dabney has all of them beat in my opinion. The standouts and absolute must get items include the sweet potato roll catfish sliders, the skirt steak, the baked Virginia dessert, and honestly all of the snacks. The service is very nice and knowledgeable. The restaurant is dimly lit and gives more of a homey vibe as opposed to modern high end. It's really great for a date night and special occasion!

My friends and I came here for a late reservation for restaurant week and it did not disappoint. We…read moreall got restaurant week items. I got the catfish sldiera, steak, summer veggies and the baked Virginian. We also got bread for the table. Everything was fantastic. In terms of ambiance, it was great. We were seated at a huge table. The service was great and the server provided great suggestions. I would definitely come back here again.

I really wanted to like this place. Went this morning for breakfast and honestly left bummed as did…read moremy 3 friends I brought. I moved from Arizona a couple years back and the thought of having a diner with Latino food nearby sounded like a dream come true. I genuinely fear that this restaurant will not last if they can't fix the food. I want to see Rosa's succeed and if so you'll catch me here every Sunday morning guaranteed. Pros: Interior is extremely nice - nicely decorated and feels "home-y" Staff was nice Menu had variety Food looks visually fantastic Cons: All of the food was just missing something Breakfast burrito - tortilla wasn't toasted and just tasted like raw tortilla. The interior was mostly eggs with no seasoning and just felt bland. Chicken and Waffles - the Chicken was dry. Waffles were way too sweet and drenched in syrup. Churro French toast - way too sweet and somehow lacked flavor. Just tasted like caramelized sugar with no churro flavoring or pineapple butter. BLT-Bread was very hard. Coffee - out of stock for cold brew and horchata latte. Only had espresso and milk. Had iced latte but was basically just milk since brought out in a large glass. (Drinks were comped which was extremely nice). I want to emphasize that I'm writing this in hopes of seeing it fixed. I want to love Rosa's and I hope the staff take this as constructive. I've actually never written a review but am writing this as a critique to see a restaurant that deserves to stay around, succeed.

I came in for a quick healthy lunch and the chicken bowl was delicious and nutritious. My server,…read moreStiveen was very friendly and helped me pick it out. The ingredients were very fresh a I left feeling full and energized. I'm excited to come back and try some other menu items. Great atmosphere, service and food.

Showed up on a recent Sunday around 7pm with a group of four and was able to walk right in and…read moreorder. There was one party already there having drinks while waiting in line for the rest of their party to come. When we got to the counter to order the employee taking orders walked us through the menu and gave us lots of menu recommendations. We were happily able to select a bunch of different dishes to try. We had heard great recommendations for the Fried Chicken but that had been taken off the menu and replaced with a roasted chicken. We got the roasted chicken to share and it was delicious. Can't say how it compared to the fried chicken as we never got to try that but everyone in our party enjoyed the roasted chicken and we would get it again. After ordering we went and choose a table. There were a bunch of tables to choose from. The waiter who later would bring us our food was very attentive even though we had ordered at the counter. He came over multiple times to check on us and ensure we had what we need. The food then started to come out. It was paced in a good way and didn't feel rushed. We were able to order an additional dish without having to go back to the counter and directly with our waiter. At the end of the meal the waiter came to check to see if we were interested in desert. There was a delicious sounding dessert menu but we were stuffed and had to pass. Guess we will have to come back to try the dessert menu because if the food is any comparison I am sure it will be delicious.

Overall, 3.5/5, but bumping to a 4/5 since it's more of a 4 than a 3…read more The folks behind Tail Up Goat packed up the original restaurant and turned it into Rye Bunny, a more casual "order food at the counter and seat yourself" concept. Despite the grand opening earlier this year, it already made its way onto NYT's 2026 Best Restaurants list. My friend and I arrived 15 minutes before opening this past Thursday, and we were the fifth group in line. While waiting to order, we chatted with a server who walked us through the menu and offered to grab us drinks while we waited. We passed on drinks, but other groups were more than happy to have something to sip on to pass the time. We ordered food at the counter and were told that we wouldn't really be able to order more food (minus desserts) throughout the meal. They recommended 4-5 plates to share between the two of us. After ordering, we sat at one of many two-seat tables, and our food trickled in throughout our ~80-minute dining experience. ANCHOVY TOASTS (2 PCS.) - 15 Each toast turned into three bite-sized pieces of a mix of savory and sweet, with the most fluffy, cloud-like milk bread. The anchovy was salty, and we were shocked at the unique combination with the sweet jam. We'd highly recommend starting with this! TALEGGIO RAVIOLI - 28 A bit pricy for what it was, as each order only comes with six ravioli. Each ravioli contained the freshest cheese, and the creamy sauce was lightly sweet from the Asian pear and honey, with some freshness from the radicchio and thyme. I don't know how, but it truly tasted like "late summer transitioning to the beginning of fall," which was what was so impressive to me despite the price point. SOY MARINATED AUTUMN PORK CHOP - 32 This was pretty underwhelming. The flavors were good, but nothing we haven't had before. We had a variety of pieces of pork -- some were lean and honestly bone dry, and some were 90% fat and juicy with very little meat in them. The pork rib was incredibly tough to eat. I gave up trying to shear off the meat, and my friend spent a good few minutes gnawing away. We were disappointed that it wasn't fall-off-the-bone tender. ARCTIC CHAR A LA PANCHA - 40 This proved to be a heavier dish, and the flavors reminded me of Scandinavian creamy fish soup, but in entree form. The skin of the arctic char was a bit too dry, which made it hard to cut. But the fish was tender, going well with the bright, herb-heavy sauce mixed with scallion(?) oil and leeks that was incredibly addictive. The crispy potato was surprisingly the star, as it had the perfect texture and seasoning. MINT CREME BRULEE - 13 Our server came by after we cleared our dinner and informally told us the two dessert options. We went with the mint creme brulee since that seemed more interesting. However, this ended up being the most disappointing part of the meal. The torched caramel layer was incredibly burnt, and it was super thick. It was unpleasant, leaving a sticky and bitter aftertaste in our mouths. The creme brulee was way too fatty, which was sloppy and unappetizing. We thought they were going to incorporate the mint in a more innovative fashion (similar to the anchovy toast), but it was just mint-flavored. This needs work. We felt like our meal started off at a high, but rapidly declined throughout. I'd highly recommend both anchovy toasts and taleggio ravioli, and the arctic char a la pancha was quite good too. Still, the price point is steep for a casual dining concept, and we were a bit disappointed with the pork chop and mint creme brulee.

The hype that caused hour+ long waits has finally died down, or at least it seemed that way at…read moreopening (5 PM) on a Thursday. The bar is well-decorated and has a cozy atmosphere, but the music was wayyy too loud - so loud that my friends and I could barely hear each other, the servers couldn't hear us, and we couldn't hear them. It would be one thing if it was 8 PM or later, but at 5 PM on a weekday it was just too much. I asked if they could turn down the music and one server said she'd ask her manager, but never followed up. At one point it got so bad that our ears hurt and we decided we'd ask to be seated outside, but they informed us there was only one table outside that could seat 3-4 and it had just been taken (though they said we could move to the drink railing seating). They did turn down the music a tad, but because of the sound mixing, it didn't make that much of a difference depending on the song (base-heavy songs really came through). As for the food...unfortunately disappointing. We ordered the mozzarella sticks, crab & artichoke dip, a grilled cheese sandwich with a side of onion rings, and a brownie sundae. The mozzarella sticks and marinara sauce were fine. The crab & artichoke dip did have a fair amount of crab, and they do bring you extra fried saltines if they notice you've run low, but definitely needed more flavor (they give you ketchup and hot sauce before you order, which was nice). I noticed another table had old bay so I requested that as well, and it helped. The grilled cheese was fine. The onion rings were good, as was their special sauce. I'm really disappointed in the sundae - the description is as follows: "A brownie we put our whole hearts into. HOT FUDGE, house-made whippped cream (brownie served warm of course) & vanilla ice cream." While it was delicious (it would be a feat to mess up a brownie sundae), they used a big glass dish and a ton of whipped cream to cover up a very small brownie and a tiny scoop of ice cream. At $14 I hoped for so much more (literally and figuratively). The cherry on top (pun intended) was that the service was meh. While I don't expect everyone to be cheerful and bubbly, I was a little uncomfortable with the lack of hospitality.

A bit torn here. Found the food to be truly excellent. Thought it was a bit weird of a rec from our…read morewaitress, but then tried it and in fact the ceaser salad is absolutely to die for. Also love that the kitchen is open late. For some reason I was under the impression that the espresso martinis there are really good, mine was pretty disappointing. Just wasn't that good, which was a bummer. Other thing is, I was expecting a neighborhood bar feel, but it was a very college bar feel which was a bit disorienting.