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4.6
Exceptional(20652)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter
Booked 227 times today
Follow the server recommendations- everything was delicious!
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4.8
Exceptional(1560)
$$$$
• Vietnamese • Washington
Booked 75 times today
Another phenomenal dining experience at Moon Rabbit. It’s a place I visit every time I’m in D.C. - and tonight’s dinner reminded me why. I had the Chef’s Tour of Vietnam, which was a multi course tasting menu showcasing modern Vietnamese food with French techniques and influences. The level of precision and appearance of each dish was matched by the equally complex and delicious flavors. The emotion and care by Chef Tien and the kitchen was evident in every bite. The cocktail and wine program are well curated to enhance the cuisine, with a nice selection of non alcoholic beverages as well. The world class service and hospitality made the dinner one to remember. I can’t wait to return!
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4.7
Exceptional(4613)
$$$$
• American • Penn Quarter
Booked 64 times today
We ordered the Taste of South served family style at the recommendation of the waiter and we thoroughly enjoyed every bite. The spread included three courses with perfect portions of each component, served with appropriate time in between to savor each dish. It was a wonderful sampling that included some items we would not have tried otherwise.
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4.7
Exceptional(2492)
$$$$
• Italian • Penn Quarter
Booked 28 times today
One of my all time favorites - outstanding every time.
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4.5
Awesome(865)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Penn Quarter
Booked 6 times today
Carmen was an extraordinary server. The food was delicious and presented well. Overall an elevated experience.
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4.8
Exceptional(771)
$$$$
• Middle Eastern • Logan Circle
Booked 74 times today
Excellent food, great service and lovely ambiance.
A photo of Founding Farmers Fishers & Bakers DC: Georgetown restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(14130)
$$$$
• American • Georgetown
Booked 117 times today
The food was great, fresh and well seasoned. Definitely order the biscuits and a house made soda!
A photo of Café Fiorello DC restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(374)
$$$$
• Italian • Penn Quarter
Food and services were excellent. Only issue is they don’t have a regular coat check. They put the coats it seems where ever they could find space. When it came time to leave they couldn’t find my coat. Eventually they found it but it took a while.
A photo of Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C. restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2496)
$$$$
• Seafood • Mount Vernon Square
Booked 17 times today
The crab rice was delicious. I enjoyed the voila recommended by Lindsey.
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4.6
Exceptional(387)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Georgetown
Booked 38 times today
Very pretty room. Lively atmosphere. The food and service were excellent.

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  • Simeon
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We enjoyed a beautiful bottle of Tenuta di Trinoro. The food, ambiance and service were all amazing. Ali, our server was very knowledgeable and made excellent recommendations. Will definitely be returning.
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    Centrolina$$$$• Italian• Penn Quarter
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    4.7
  • Marlene
    Washington, D.C. Area •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Absolutely my favorite restaurant for superb food, outstanding cocktails and exceptional service. Love, Love, Love Zaytinya.
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    Zaytinya - DC$$$$• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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    4.6
  • ACM123
    Baltimore / Maryland •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Carmen was an extraordinary server. The food was delicious and presented well. Overall an elevated experience.
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    Estuary$$$$• Contemporary American• Penn Quarter
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    4.5
  • Mike
    Indiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We ordered the Taste of South served family style at the recommendation of the waiter and we thoroughly enjoyed every bite. The spread included three courses with perfect portions of each component, served with appropriate time in between to savor each dish. It was a wonderful sampling that included some items we would not have tried otherwise.
    More info
    Succotash PRIME$$$$• American• Penn Quarter
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    4.7
  • AndyGold
    Orange County •630 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Another phenomenal dining experience at Moon Rabbit. It’s a place I visit every time I’m in D.C. - and tonight’s dinner reminded me why. I had the Chef’s Tour of Vietnam, which was a multi course tasting menu showcasing modern Vietnamese food with French techniques and influences. The level of precision and appearance of each dish was matched by the equally complex and delicious flavors. The emotion and care by Chef Tien and the kitchen was evident in every bite. The cocktail and wine program are well curated to enhance the cuisine, with a nice selection of non alcoholic beverages as well. The world class service and hospitality made the dinner one to remember. I can’t wait to return!
    More info
    Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien$$$$• Vietnamese• Washington
    •
    4.8

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