Really enjoyed this meal. The sushi was well prepared and the black miso cod was well prepared and not to saucy. They had a nice selection of sake as well. The service was ok and they were pretty child friendly as well.

The biggest complaint was that the plates were too big for the table! I am all for style, but this was a bit much.

Reminded me a lot of Raku but with a slightly different offering of dishes. Looking forward to going back!

Well, this is the place! Fantastic Matzo Ball and Chicken Noodle soup. Just what you need when you are under the weather or in the mood for a hearty soup.

Very extensive menu of traditional deli sandwiches – pastrami, corned beef, turkey – plus lots of classic Jewish fare, like Kasha and noodles, knish, bagels, rughelah and really tasty chopped chicken liver!

You can get your order to go (Phone ahead or wait) or you can grab a seat in the back. I hear they have a nice brunch menu as well.

I look forward to returning to this deli!

We had a fantastic meal here – very classic French. They also have a nice selection of wines by the glass including several from the Alsace region.

The meal began with a nice variety of bread and an amuse of quiche from the chef. For my first coure, I had the bouillabaisse which was fantastic. The red sauce had just the right amount of kick, the assortment of fish was just right (scallop, muscle, lobster, shrimp and white fish) and the saffron offered a nice extra bit of flavor. The toasted bread was perfect for soaking up the sauce.

The next course was the house salad which exceeded my expectations. It had a nice vinagerette dressing and a “very” garlicky crouton (which they warn you about!). To clear my palate, some mango sorbet with a small bit of crystallized violet.

For the entree, how could I say no to duck a l’orange prepared with Grand Marnier? The meat was tender and cooked just right. While I wish the skin were crispier it was nicely done. The portion of wild rice was nicely accented with a sweet chestnut. The accompanying vegetables and additional side of root vegetable mash balanced out the meal quite nicely.

At last, my long awated Grand Marnier Souffle for dessert. Is there any dessert better than that?? It was prepared in the classic way with a lovely creamy sauce on the side. Our coffees came with a cookie and truffle.

Throughout the meal our service was great. The waitress did not hover but kept the meal moving at a good pace. Plates were cleared in a timely manner, but not so that we felt we were being rushed, even though we were out in just over 2 hours.

It should also be noted that the menu is priced off of your entree – appetizer, salad, sorbet, entree and dessert are all included. There are supplements in each area so be aware as that can start to ratchet the price up more.

It is a cozy atmosphere and while there were some families with children, this would not be the place for one using a highchair. (Note that we are the type of parents who bring our son almost everywhere!) I hear that when the weather is nice there is a nice garden in which to sip cocktails as well.

While eating here on a regular basis may be a bit excessive, it is lovely for a classic French meal.

The highlight of this restaurant is the variety of wines available by the glass – you can get a small pour or a regular one, which is nice if you enjoy a smaller taste with your meal during each course. Our waiter was also very helpful in assisting us with pairing meals with each course.

I had been really excited to try this restaurant given the buzz I read about it, and while I enjoyed it, it fell a bit short of my expectations.

The atmosphere is very hip located right near the verizon center. For $12 you can valet, which is handy if there is an event going on.

For my meal I started with the crispy pork confit served over slaw. There were 3 pieces of pork – tasty but a little dry. My family had the waygu sashimi, which was fantastic and the meatballs with angolotti, which were very nice. The crisp bread served to the table was great!

Our entrees were the miso glazed sablefish which I wished I had ordered. It was so yummy! I opted for the spiced peking style duck which was much blander than I expected and did not have any cripsy skin on it. The vegetables it was served on were not that exciting, though the toasted pistachios were a nice touch.

For dessert, I had the carmelized banana with banana bread and icecream. The highlight was the homemade peanut brittle. My hubby’s English toffee pudding cake was a nice take on a traditional English dessert and was very decadent.

All in the atmosphere was very hip as is the location. The service was very good and the wine selection excellent. While I enjoyed my meal, and it was a good one by most standards, it fell a bit short of my expectations.

We arrived for an early dinner at this restaurant and were the first patrons. The service during our meal was very good. The food was nice but not exactly what I would have expected.

I started with the roasted beets served with walnut garlic pesto and blue cheese. While it was all tasty it was a bit too saucy…

For my entree, I opted for the new addition to the menu – the sumac dusted swordfish with eggplant napoleon and English pea coulis. The swordfish was excellent – 2 delicate pieces of fish with a very nice flavor. Unfortunately, the eggplant napoleon left a bit to be desired. It was a little cheesy and the eggplant pieces were a little larger than expected. The flavor was ok, but as a bit eggplant fan, I had higher expectations.

I wrapped up my meal with the chocolate bread pudding. Again, presentation was very nice but it wasn’t exactly what I expected. There were cherries in the breadpudding which were ok, but not the texture I was hoping for. The icecream was good that was served with it.

The atmosphere of the restaurant was very nice. I loved the cherry blossom branches decorating the dining room. Our water glasses were never empty and everything was nicely presented and just the right temperature. Overall I thought the meal was a soild one but it wouldn’t make it into my top 20 favorite metro dc meals. If you are in the neighborhood, it is certainly worth a try.

One of the best parts about eating here is the great view of the Capitol. The food is quite nice as well. Lots of classic steakhouse items. Started my meal with the foie gras which was served with fig and marscapone crepes. I opted for the aged steak, which was very nice. My hubby had the oysters and the European cut of the beed. I think the aged one was a big tastier. For the sides, the twice truffled potatoes were huge! They were good but not as truffled as I would have expected. Our asparagas was nice, as were the horseradish and chimichurri sauces. For dessert, we opted for one of the chocolate options, which was very nice.

Service was excellent, as to be expected for a restaurant of this caliber. All in, a warm atmosphere with a great view.

This seafood restaurant is not really a “restaurant” given that you can only stand at one of the several tables set up in the Lexington Market for patrons. At $12.95 for a lump crab cake you would except something amazing – and it is! This truly has lumps of sweet crab meet and what little filler they use tastes great. They are so good that no additional garnish is needed.

The menu includes many other items, including seafood platters, fish and several sides that looked great. The company will also ship crabcakes anywhere in the US.

My only disappointment is that I have waiting this long to try this place! All other crabcakes will surely pale in comparison.

A truly fantastic burger. Nothing fancy, but hot and fresh. PLUS, you can get it as rare as you want – a real treat! Cash only and pretty limited menu, which does include some baked goods, but if you didn’t want a burger, why go to the burger joint?

This is indeed one tasty place for brunch. Best on an expense account, but then again, who can eat that much on a weekday when you have to go to meetings. Even the bread basket it tasty! Go for one of the fancy versions of the French toast.

What a treat! Have driven past this restaurant many times and we finally went in for brunch one day. I had heard the waffles were great and they certainly lived up to the buzz. Unlike most waffles, these have a unique lightness to them with a taste that is sort of breadlike. They serve them with powdered sugar or you can add butter and syrup. I got the strawberries with caramel on mine- what a tasty treat!!

The potatoes are served pancake style are a very tasty, though be sure you like onions otherwise you may find them overpowering.

The coffee was nice, the service was very good and the ambiance was bright and cheery. I am adding this to my brunch roster and look forward to returning for a waffle dinner one night!