I was in Washington D.C. for the weekend and tried this amazing Mediterranean place for lunch. My friend who recommended this place has been obsessed with the food here and I can totally see why. We ordered mushroom kapnista, Halloumi pide, zaatar pide, htipiti and everything was so delicious. I'm not sure if I enjoyed the combination of dates and mushrooms together but really loved the smoky mushroom by itself. I was also very impressed with the Zaatar pide, it was cheesy and delicious. For desert we ordered greek yogurt with apricot and it was probably the best thing we tried here. The ambience is classy and they have ample of seating space. The overall meal didn't cost us as much as I thought it was, the prices were fairly reasonable! read more

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As one of the longer running Andres restaurants, Zaytinya flew under me and my wife's radar as we explored more trendy Mediterranean restaurants in the city. Though we typically look askance upon restaurants serving multiple ethnic cuisines, we nonetheless decided to try Zaytinya for dinner on the strength of friends' recommendations and when in need of a relatively last minute dinner reservation. The lively space is large and boasts bright white and marine blue accents characteristic of the Greek islands. While fancy enough for a date night, the place can get loud, so intimate evenings may be best had elsewhere. Zaytinya's large menu offers bites from Greece, Turkey, and the Levant. The meal begins with complimentary pita bread served with olive oil and pomegranate molasses. When fresh, the bread is soft and makes for pleasant munching. When it cools down a little it becomes a little hard and leathery, so be sure to eat it expediently. We started off with two Greek-inspired dips: the taramosalata and the tyrokafteri. Both tasted akin to what we have received at actual Greek restaurants, and subsequently hit the mark. Our zaatar pide arrived shortly thereafter. The dough on the flatbread was soft and we enjoyed the bites with egg and cheese. The zaatar itself ran more bitter rather than zesty, so while overall a decent bite I would skip it next time in favor of a different pide. Our imam biyaldi brought meltingly tender eggplant seasoned with warm spices, olive oil, and pine nuts. The dish tasted comforting and rustic. Our protein mezzes comprised the octopus Santorini, lamb kleftiko, and adana kebab. The octopus offered a generous portion of tender tentacles upon a schmear of creamy Greek style fava puree. The flavors and cook on the dish were good, though I could've used an acidic or herby element to bring a little brightness. The lamb kleftiko was the evening's uncontested favorite. Rather than the traditional parchment cooked preparation, the meat here is encased in homemade phyllo pastry and is set atop a rich tzatziki sauce. This made for a really delicious bite marrying juicy, tender lamb, crisp pastry, and cooling yogurt. Skip the adana kebab. The spicing on the skewer was adequate, but the somewhat bouncy texture of the meat and skimpy portion size made it a dud. Service ran smoothly but perfunctorily. We noted we were celebrating an anniversary on our reservation, but no mention was made. Our waiter didn't really explain the menu or offer suggestions for dishes. He did course the meal at a comfortable pace and the staff made sure we had plenty of fresh bread, and no errors were made. Our bill totaled $150 pre tip for six mezze and two drinks, which we found very fair for the quantity and quality of food. Overall, I can see why this restaurant has stood the test of time. While initially skeptical, we found most of the small plates here of a decent quality and taste and the menu appealing enough to return. Zaytinya thus gets four stars for solid Eastern Mediterranean fare at reasonable prices in lively surrounds. read more

Excellent value for money, truly fantastic. Compared to similar dishes like ilili, it might be more palatable to a wider audience. Pita: Pure wheat flavor, substantial texture, and even more moist and soft than ilili. It didn't dry out even without a cloth covering it. More suited to Chinese tastes. The accompanying simple vinaigrette was complemented by a particularly fragrant olive oil. Hommus: The hummus was smooth and creamy, with a perfect balance of acidity and a hint of garlic. A splash of chili oil added aroma and richness while preventing it from drying out; the vegetables were fresh and crisp, perfect for dipping. These two combinations were new to me, showing attention to detail compared to the usual simple dish of hommus. Shish Taouk: Tender chicken, with sumac giving it a distinct smoky flavor, and a refreshing, slightly acidic garlic sauce. The combination was both fragrant and light, truly deserving of its signature dish. Unfortunately, the onion salad was mildly sweet, offering limited relief from the richness; the roasted tomatoes, coated in spices, had their sweet and sour flavors overshadowed, resulting in a slightly weird taste. Lamb Baharat: The lamb leg was a bit dry and tough, and the tahini sauce and hommus were somewhat repetitive, but the Tabbouleh salad won me over from the first bite! The fresh aromas of parsley, mint leaves, and onions, the bright sweet and sour notes of tomatoes, and the wheat crumbs reminiscent of couscous and quinoa, with their hearty wheat flavor balancing the raw taste. Overall, it was restrained, light, and comforting. Crispy Brussels Afelia: The barberries, and garlic yogurt were all sour, making the overall dish too acidic and monotonous. It wasn't as good as ilili's system, built with grapes, walnuts, and mint yogurt, which achieved a balanced sweet and sour flavor, layered texture, and a smooth mouthfeel. Greek Yogurt and Apricots: What a beautiful dessert! The top layer was the rich, sweet aroma of apricot sorbet, with sprinkles of pistachios that enriched the taste; the middle layer was the tartness of apricot pectin and the fermented tang of yogurt; just when starting to feel a little disappointed by the monotony of the bottom, I discovered sweet, slightly crunchy diced muscat-soaked apricots at the very bottom. Its elegance, refinement, and meticulousness left me only with awe and admiration, and a sense of blissful ecstasy. The restaurant's decor features classic Greek blue and white tones, with natural light creating a clean and comfortable atmosphere; the tableware was decorated with traditional Greek patterns, making it both distinctive and exquisite. read more

My husband and I had a fantastic time trying Zaytinya! We love inKind and found out they were a partner with them. I grew up in Arlington so loved Jose Andres restaurants and was excited to try this one. First, lots of love to the endless bread they serve you. It's warm, fresh, and perfect. We mentioned we just got married in our reservation and while the seating wasn't the most romantic, our server was extremely charismatic and friendly. We ordered the htipiti, piyaz, grilled lamb chops, and octopus Santorini. These were so incredible. I almost bought the cookbook they were selling I loved these dishes so much. My favorite was the htipiti. It was a refreshing dip for a hot summer day. We ordered cocktails that I'm blanking on right now, but they were expertly crafted. I really loved all our dishes. It's hard to find spots that make octopus well and this spot did it WELL. They surprised us with the galatopita and sorbet since we mentioned we were celebrating just getting married. I had a lovely time here, I'd highly recommend this spot. read more

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Visiting after a few years...and not disappointed. Jose Andres restaurants are never a miss. Service is amazing, the decor is beautiful and matches the cuisine, try all of the dips, the seared halloumi with sour cherries, spanakopita with home made phyllo, can't go wrong with fries topped with garlic yogurt, and while i would typically order the octopus.. i recommend the lamb shoulder. Order the Lamb Kleftiko - tender smoked lamb shoulder with salad wrap and spreads. Lamb is particular and this was just so delectable - not gamy, not too smoky, and paired nicely with a recommended beverage. The creative menu options will not disappoint. The culinary genius, the well informed staff and immediate service are all wins. Whether you are a local, or tourist - this is a must to stop by! read more

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I've been visiting Zaytinya for about 20 years and the food has never disappointed. The only bad thing about it is it's hard to get a reservation, but if you drop in during happy hour and snag a seat at the bar, you're set. The happy hour menu (M-F, 4-6pm) includes drinks, pides, and other shareables. During this particular visit, I shared hummus, halloumi pide, as well as the branzino and the tzatziki (these last two are on the regular food menu). For a quick bite and a drink, this is perfect! The vibe is always super super lively and busy, so be sure to make friends with your bartender if you sit at the bar! read more

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Located across from the Portrait Gallery with easy access to the metro. This is a great place to have shareable items that is delicious and flavorful. Had dinner here with friends and ordered several shareable plates, and two desserts. I also ordered the Turkish coffee though a bit disappointed that it was cold by the time it got to my table. Service is great, friendly staff. The place has a lot of indoor standard seating and outdoor seating as well. read more

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We were in DC for daughter's wedding and after all the celebrations & activities spouse and I went to Zaytinya for Sunday evening meal. The outdoor table was perfect for a rare and enjoyable August evening in the district, The service and menu complimented the setting and we had a nice ending to our weekend. read more

Zaytinya - Grape Leaves Dolmades, tabouleh and cocktails to start dinner al fresco. It only got better as the meal progressed. - Greek Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Zaytinya must be resting on their laurels since I really did not feel the Jose Andres aura during my visit. Came during lunch and sat at the bar. While I was handed a drink and food menu pretty promptly, it took forever to flag someone else down to place my order. Fortunately, I was given some olive oil and pita to nibble on as I waited. Unfortunately, the pita was stiff and dry - reminiscent of chewy cardboard. I decided to go with a few things off their brunch menu: Chicken Shakshouka, Za'atar Pide, and a Hommus because how can you not try it whenever you're at a Mediterranean restaurant. Pretty much all of these were middling. Shakshouka was super watery with two sad pieces of chicken, and the cheese on the Pide overwhelmed the za'atar seasoning and undersalted egg. I was hoping the Hommus could compensate for the underwhelming pita, but it was a similar match in terms of flavor and lackluster gritty texture. Only the chili crisp and peas in the center gave it any sort of personality. The dishware was pretty to look at, which I had plenty of time to admire while the waitstaff ambled around looking like they'd rather not be there. At least prices were not horrific and I left full, but would not recommend to anyone who actually enjoys eating Mediterranean food. read more

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Shared two orders from their pre-theater menu as a group of three and felt it was just enough food for all of us. As a group, we tried: the hummus, baba ghannouge, gardies me anitho, beef soutzoukakia, Adana kabob, imam bayildi, & greek yogurt and apricots and olive oil cake for dessert. Most of the dishes were nothing special but I thought the gardies me anitho stood out above the rest with an exceptional buttery lemon sauce, and the olive oil cake -- though dry-- also stood out. Would go back solely for the gardies me anitho though read more

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This restaurant from Jose Andres is Mediterranean elevated... by an amazing chef (must be his name). It's tapas style (typical of this guy) so it means you get to try a bunch of things, which is my favorite. Who wants to eat the same thing every meal, or even in the same meal? I met a friend here for lunch and we tried a variety of dishes. The atmosphere was perfect on a sunny day to really get the Greek Vibes going. Everything was delicious with one exception... the salmon which was a little dry (hence the loss of a star). But the scallops, shrimp, fattoush salad, crispy eggplant, lemon soup, and bread made up for it. Pro Tip - Eat the bread first as it gets too chewy at the end of the meal. It's like a magic trick. The cocktails were good too. I had a few and mixed it up with those as well. They need a flight of each of their specialty cocktails. I'd totally get that! Service was also amazing with checking on things and making sure we had enough food and drinks. Reservations are definitely recommended but you could get lucky and snag some bar seats or a table. It's a tad pricey, but you're worth it, right? read more

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Food - Hunkar Begendi, Bone Marrow Kibbeh, Shish Taouk and Branzino. All were good! Service - was decent but in fairness, we came in at a busy time as well so I guess it was to be expected. Ambiance - very good upscale rockin' place. Bar, indoor dining, outdoor dining. Overall, a fun lively experience with good food to boot! read more

It's just a step below the other Jose Andres restuarants here in DC. FYI: it's all small plates/small portions. And actually, that FYI is one of my knocks, there's just less bang for your buck portion wise here. Everything is very flavorful and well done though. My Chicken Kouvetsi, while tasty seemed to have not that much chicken. Many bites were just orzo and tomato sauce. I needed more chicken. The bread is complimentary and very tasty; hilariously, after we asked for more, they just kept bringing our group 2 baskets. This review sounds very negative for 4 stars, but Zaytinya is niceand the food is tasty. Just know all the above going in. It's also very noisy,to the point where it was hard to hear everyone at our table and our server had a hard time hearing us. They probably need to update their soundproofing or just have fewer tables. That actually led to some confusion about the "for the table" lamb dish we ordered, which seemed to come out as sliced lamb, seasoned as described on the menu, on a plate. Frankly, for the price it didnt seem like enough for our group of 6. Also, there were 2-3 flies around our table before we sat down. They eventually left, but that probably should signal there's more mess there than just wiping down the table takes care of. read more

This place is in a great corner location, the food was delicious, and the staff were friendly overall. 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. read more

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The outdoor space is lovely, and well I wish there were more Turkish or Lebanese music on. It was pleasant. The indoor space was way too loud. There's no way I could have dined in there. The food was simply delicious, some really creative plates. I would've never imagined. Even the quality of bread and the vinegar dip as we waited for our food to arrive was great. Service was slow, but very lovely people and friendly and helpful with the menu. read more

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I made reservations for Sunday Brunch and was looking forward to experiencing another Jose Andres restaurant. We were seated immediately by the matra-dee before our reservation time slot. The decor is open and airy and there's a large patio if you prefer to dine alfresco. We wanted a variety of items and began with Hummus, smoked beet salata and baba ghanoush. Followed by Crispy brussels afelia, Chicken shakshouka, Soujouk pide and shish taouk. For dessert we enjoyed Greek yogurt with apricots and olive oil cake with champagne. The presentation of all the entree's were plated professionally, tasted outstanding, and service from our waiter was on point. I highly recommend this restaurant by Jose Andres. read more

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It had been a moment since I had dinner in Chinatown ... between a fast-paced lifestyle and balancing that with a little more intentionality on home cooked meals where possible, I had not been over to Penn Quarter for a bit. Friday evening found me at Zaytinya for a girl's night out - where the weather and cuisine made for a perfect and memorable evening! Eggplant is usually a difficult dish to liven up - and Zaytinya does it to perfection! try the imam bayaldi and disk up the tomato sauce with their signature fluffy bread, or the bantijian bin laban (crispy - wow)! Parking is available in lots (street parking is pretty tight) - however the metro is literally opposite the restaurant - so it's always accessible & sustainable. read more

Whoa. Horrible outside host for outdoor seating and even worse experience with the indoor host for indoor seating -- this was not an okay experience at any level. Zero professionalism, no hospitality, and probably way too over their head with how popular this restaurant is for Middle Eastern cuisine. Completely not cool as to how they treat those who try to patronize their business. Note to management: we understand your establishment has great reviews but please don't take that for granted. Please train your staff to treat every single guest regardless of party size with respect, professionalism, and hospitality. Not mad about not being able to dine here because y'all were "fully booked" but more disappointed with how your outdoor and indoor hosts handled the messaging. P.S. There were plenty of tables left unoccupied for "7:30pm reservations" but it was already 8:00pm -- so I take it the grace period for reservations is 30+ minutes?! read more

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Visited here for brunch and I was quite impressed with this place! My friends and I decided to do the Chef's Selection for brunch and its $70 for 2 guest which is quite reasonable! They offered a wide variety of plates to try such as dips, meats, and veggies. Everything was delicious but my top favorites were the brussel sprouts and soujouk pide. My least favorite item was the olive oil cake because it was dry. Service was excellent and they made sure to refresh the pita bread basket when it was running low. I would definitely come back to this place if I was planning a trip in the area! read more

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Solo diner review (3/24/26): I came to Zaytinya for a pre-theatre dinner on a Tuesday evening. I had reservations at 5pm and was surprised at how busy the restaurant was for that early hour -- come to find out, there's a huge concert at Capital One that night and they are stacked with reservations and walk-ins. The restaurant is full of natural light and reflects the Mediterranean colors of cobalt ocean blue and bleached wood. I sat in a reserved booth in the bar area and had a great view of the comings and goings. It seems like a great spot for small and large groups. It was my intention to do the chef's tasting menu for $85 and I specifically asked my server if I could do that in the time I had (5-7pm would still get me to my show with curtain at 7:30pm). He said yes. I did not. I'm not sure how much of the service lags were standard and how much was due to the overwhelming number of patrons there on a Tuesday night, but I was disappointed to have to take my desserts to go. Highlights of the meal were the Squash Hummus with toasted pumpkin seeds, Wheat Berry Kisir salad, Lemon Potatoes with the amazing roasted garlic yogurt, and Moshari Me Kastano with an delicious chestnut puree and super tender steak. I do feel like I needed some different textures to the meal as it went on - there were a few too many hummus and purees for me. However, I will give amazing credit to my server and the kitchen for adapting this menu (as much as reasonable) for my allium sensitivity -- taking the onions off the plates if possible. Verdict: I probably won't be back, but this was nice to try. And bring your appetite! (When I mentioned that it was "a lot of food" to my server, he quipped back with a grin that it was "a healthy amount of food.") read more

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This place was such a nice place for my final dinner in DC! It's a tapas concept, so I loved that I could try many different things. My personal favorites were the brussels sprouts and the goat cheese dip. The place was packed on a Monday night! It had beautiful interior design, and my personal favorite was the bathroom. The waitstaff was constantly coming around with more water and pita and to ask if we wanted anything else. They also recommended the chocolate cake, and it did not disappoint! read more

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Amazing Mediterranean food made at scale. We didn't have a reservation and went by after visiting the national portrait gallery and found a great high top at the bar. Even though it was rush time, our server was attentive and helpful. We had a guest that had a gluten allergy and they offer a full allergy menu and our server made sure that they could modify fried foods to make in the pan and avoid any cross-contamination. The shish taouk was the star, the halumi a close second, with its nut and syrup pairing. Inside was tidy and great austere decor. It looked like eating outside on a nice night would be ideal. read more

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Zaytinya was excellent and a place I most definitely will visit again! My hubby, parents and I went on 2/7/2026 and enjoyed our experience. We had a reservation, so we were seated quickly. I asked our server for some recommendations and although he was nice, he didn't give us recommendations vs. reviewing the menu in its totality. We opted for - Hommus Ma Lahm (delicious), Fattoush (amazing), Mushroom Kapnista (yummy), crispy brussells afela (yummy), branzino (good, not my fave) and a chicken dish I can't recall that was also good, but not my fave. We also got a rice dish that I can't recall the name of that was very good. Generally speaking, we were all quite impressed by the food and felt it was all delicious. Service was good and friendly, but we did have to ask for things more than once, otherwise it was all good! read more

This is our third time in this restaurant. Zaytinya is one of those restaurants in DC that people talk about a lot, and after dining there, I can understand why. The restaurant, led by the team of chef José Andrés, focuses on Mediterranean mezze inspired by Greek, Turkish, and Lebanese cuisine, with dishes designed to be shared. We went for dinner and decided to try a variety of plates across seafood, vegetables, and traditional mezze. The whole fish was the highlight of the evening. It was beautifully presented and tasted fresh, with delicate flavors that let the seafood shine without being overcomplicated. It's definitely a dish worth ordering if you enjoy Mediterranean-style seafood, and you eat a lot. It can serve two. The octopus was another strong plate. It had a nice grilled flavor and tender texture, which can be difficult to achieve with octopus. The char and seasoning complemented the dish well and made it one of the more memorable items we tried. The Brussels sprouts were excellent--crispy on the outside with a flavorful seasoning and yogurt-based elements that balanced the dish nicely. I strongly recommend it and seem to be one of the restaurant's standout vegetable plates. The spanakopita was solid: flaky phyllo dough filled with spinach and feta, a classic Mediterranean combination that worked well as a mezze-style starter. For dessert, we had the Greek yogurt with apricot, which was light, refreshing, and a perfect way to end the meal. The yogurt's creaminess paired nicely with the sweetness of the apricot, making it a satisfying but not overly heavy dessert. To accompany dessert, we ordered lavender mint tea, which was fragrant and calming--an excellent palate cleanser after several savory dishes. read more

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I got the lamb baharat, cauliflower, and imam baylidi-- these are the top favorites off the menu. I dont like other jose andreas restaurants in the area-- this place is 100% worth it though. The restaurant was my staple for consistency and effort. It was genuinely refreshing. Not a fan of the Turkish coffee, despite being a coffee fan. Service is good indoors, but they could do better. Ambiance inside is expensive and beautiful. read more

Zaytinya - Turkish coffee - Greek Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere and overall vibes were great. It is such a welcoming and lively spot, and the presentation of the food was beautiful which made my experience better. We ordered the whole fish which came with a fresh salad, sun dried tomatoes, and skordalia. Everything paired so well together and tasted incredibly fresh and flavorful. For dessert, we had the Turkish coffee chocolate cake and it was absolutely delicious, the perfect way to end a meal! Make sure to have a reservation because it gets busy. Overall it was a great experience and I cannot wait to be back! read more

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Great ambiance and service, and nothing to really complain about, the none of the food stood out to me. I came here with a friend we ordered 3 dishes each, with a flatbread and hummus to split. The best thing here in my opinion was the flatbread. Everything else sort of fell flat. read more

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I'd been to Zaytinya years ago, but couldn't remember what the food was like. We were visiting DC this weekend, and decided to try it out. We started with house made pita bread - or 'puffy pillows' as they're called. They came with a small dish of olive oil. Aesthetically, they look amazing! However, they have no flavor or taste- I know they're meant for dipping into various mezzes - but the olive oil didn't exactly adhere to the pita. We were disappointed we didn't have a solid, flavorful pita bread to begin our meal. Next up, the Spanakopita. I'm somewhat of a spanakopita aficionado. I worked downtown (DC) back in the '80s, and there was a cafeteria near the office that made incredible spanakopita-every day! I had it at least once or twice a week. I was expecting a square of crispy, flaky phyllo filled with a mixture of spinach, feta, onions etc. Instead they served what look like a little hot dog - a fried roll - that had a hard exterior (didn't even resemble phyllo) from being deep fried - it had a mostly spinach stuffing, with feta sprinkled on top, and a green sauce which was probably spinach as it had no flavor either. It was, to say the least, below average. Next, the Scallops with sweet corn and turmeric yogurt. I love scallops - my favorite had been at Aqua Grill in NYC. I know it's not easy to cook scallops - they must be dry - high heat and a very hot pan to sear them sufficiently. These scallops were 'seared' on each side for what appeared to be a few seconds - they had no char whatsoever on the outside and appeared almost raw inside. A good scallop has a deep brown sear on both sides and is cooked medium - the interior should be an opaque white color. See the attached picture - it's the saddest example of seared scallops I've ever seen. Well, we had one dish left - Lamb Chops. They brought the Lamb Chops and we each had one. Surprisingly it was very good - it was a very flavorful chop that was lean and juicy with plenty of meat! Luckily, the lamb chop 'salvaged' our meal. Based on its reputation, I expected much more from Zaytinya. read more

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This was the first restaurant we hit on our DC trip. What a way to start things off. From the complementary thin and light pita to the Turkish Chocolate Cake, everything was a delight. They serve small dishes for sharing (mezze). Think tapas. So we got a variety of plates: Baba Ghannouge, Santorini Octopus, Bone Marrow Kibbeh, Hunkar Begendi, and a special they had that I can't remember the name. It was basically a tartare with lettuce cups. And of course the Turkish Chocolate Cake. Everything was a smash. The highlights for me were the tartare, baba ghannouge, and the crispy Brussels afelia. This cuicine was new territory for our son, so our server recommended the cheese pide. It was basically a cheese pizza, which he liked. Speaking of service, our server was attentive and helpful. read more

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It was a nice museum day at DC, we were taking a friend who was from out of town around. We postponed lunch because we were very focused on the exhibits at the Natural History museum, and before we knew it, we were so hungry! We walked into Zaytinya at around 4pm with no reservation, and luckily it didn't look too crowded. However, we were told they needed the table back at 6. Perfectly fine, we were happy to be seated and weren't planning on taking that long. There were a good number of folks sitting at the bar socializing, but wasn't super loud in the restaurant, so it was nice to be able to hear each other. It took quite a while for someone to come check up on us... nobody asked if we wanted drinks, and and there weren't already water cups on the table either. There were waitstaff at the PoS waiting around, but either didn't see us raising our hands, or didn't bother because we weren't part of the tables they were in charge of. Eventually someone came to take our orders, must have taken about 7 minutes. After the order, they took off and... missed our ask for water again. It wasn't until our first dish came out that we managed to catch someone and ask for water. As for the food, we got the Tirokafteri goat cheese, smoked beet salad, bantijian bil laban eggplant, seared halloumi, Egg pastirma pide, brussel sprouts, the lamb leftiko, shish taouk, branzino, and Galatopita. The food was good, a little on the pricy side - the biggest disappointment was the halloumi.... we got just two pieces of halloumi. Crazy. It was a bummer that the olive oil cake was only part of the chef tasting menu, because we've had it before and it's incredible! A shame the service was quite slow, because we intended on eating and getting out of there before 6pm but it ended up taking that long before we could finally leave. read more

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Awesome experience here last night! Our company meeting was in DC this week and our team arranged to dine here. What a great choice. You walk into the restaurant and feel the energy. The spices and aroma fill the room. The staff were friendly, attentive and highly efficient. Love them! We have a bunch of small plates that were served family style. I think I counted 12 courses at least. Everything was sooo good. I loved doing dinner this way because I got to try so many new, delicious foods. Often it can be intimidating to order dishes you don't know, so this solved and removed that stress. I honestly don't think I had a bad bite. I definitely recommend this spot. I come back here next time, except next time with friends. read more

Zaytinya - Greek Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Ordered the Brussels sprouts, the sautéed shrimp dish, and a cucumber mint refresher. The brussel sprouts were perfectly flavored and the yogurt helped give it a refreshing citrus touch. The cucumber mint refresher was a little too sweet for my liking and was lacking the mint aroma. The ambiance is great, I was able to get a seat outside and enjoy the sun. Service was amazing, my food came out in about 7 minutes after ordering. It's never been done before read more

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The restaurant is lively, bright, and modern. My colleagues and I met up for lunch. We were seated quickly. They served up fresh warm bread with olive oil. I ordered CHICKEN DURUM. It came with a tomato based salad that' was well seasoned. I'm not much of a tomato lover but ate it. I shared the chocolate molten cake which came with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It didn't make it to my pictures. It was tasty. I'll be back. read more

Zaytinya - CHICKEN DURUM chicken, garlic toum, lettuce, tomato, lavash bread - Greek Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

In case you didn't know - this restaurant is under the James Beard Award-winning chef José Andrés and has won the Bib Gourmand. I came here for restaurant week 2026 Jan , party of 4 so we ordered 1 of each on the menu so that we could do family style and try everything. The quality of food is so delicious and because we came during the lunch menu, it was $35 per person. You will be full sharing all these meals and the warm pita is so fresh with all the different dips. Overall, I'm a huge fan of Mediterranean tapas. Definitely try everything! read more

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Found this spot on in kind and decided to check it out (use my code if you wanna try in kind!)... Make sure to get a reservation- I figured we were good on a chilly Monday night, but it was HOPPIN - even outdoor. We were able to sneak in a spot at the bar. The free warm fresh bread is tasty - with olive oil and balsamic. The halloumi pide had a strange flavor palate for my taste - trying to put my finger on it but it was like it had a hint of brown sugar and cinnamon, which, for me, doesn't go with cheese and red sauce. The soup was delicious! Drinks are bougie! Definitely expensive, but I'd go back (and get a reservation next time haha). read more

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Exceptional service. Clean and bright atmosphere and amazing food. I've been to a few of chef José Andrés' restaurants and this is my favorite! Who doesn't love free pita? And boy did they keep them flowing! I split a few things with my friend: Branzino: 7/10. The salmon was moist but the cold potato spread threw me off. I wish it was warm. Cauliflower: 9/10. Delicious! Ask for extra sauce! Pita: 10/10. It's complimentary! Add meat and sauce to it for the ultimate bite. Htipiti: 10/10 yummy roasted red pepper sauce. Pairs nicely with chicken and pita. Labneh: 10/10 goes great with everything!! read more

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Went in for a quick lunch and it was so good! Parking is available street side and parking garage. The place was crowded for lunch we had a bit of wait but it was worth it. Our sever was really nice and gave us the lunch specials, we settled on the chicken and salmon durum and they were so flavorful! And so was the Greek salad. I would definitely go back. The interior is also very lovely. read more

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An awesome New Year's Day dinner to kick off 2026 They have a pre theater menu that's a great deal & we had for apps, fattoush & the trio spread. For entrees, we chose crispy brussel sprouts & grilled octopus Santorini which was I believe the best grilled octopus we've had in a long time As there were 4 of us, we also ordered from the a la carte menu. Kofte kebab, Lamb kleftiiko ( our fave , scrumptious! ), shrimp & grilled chicken skewer. For dessert, we shared the olive oil cake & the Greek yogurt with apricots. We totally enjoyed everything as they were all very, very tasty! Service was quite attentive and those wonderful fresh and warm Greek pita just kept coming ! The restaurant is nicely bright and spacious with high ceilings and very comfortable. Phenomenal experience! They also gave each of us a take home treat- mini butter pound cakes read more

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Besides the beautiful diningware, come for flavorful little Mediterranean tapas. Recommend the brussel sprouts and the ashta French toast. For drinks, people recommended the 3 PM in Istanbul. I found it too lavendar-y/minty, but it was a unique taste. Recommend making reservations! They also have an amazing tasting menu, so recommend coming for that as well! They have a $70 for 2 brunch special, otherwise, $85 per person other times. Do note that the entire table must do the tasting menu. They also offer unlimited bread which is nicely toasted, airy, and served warm! Really lovely bathrooms and many beautiful dining areas read more

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This place was super hard to get into. Literally the doorway was packed with people. I went on a whim and was hopeful to get a seat at the bar. I had to wait about 15 mins but a spot opened up. I got a halloumi pide, octopus, and shish taouk. The cocktail had ouza and wasn't my favorite but it was different and had Moroccan mint. Everything was really good. The best thing was the shish taouk. The only thing I would have enjoyed more would have been more of the garlic toum. I loved the dishes and the decor. It was worth it and I would go back. read more

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