Overall experience was excellent. Food was interesting and fun. Chicken appetizer was fantastic. Service was outstanding -- friendly, attentive and informational when asked.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Eli Gruber
The tasting menu is:
1) just about flawless from start to finish 2) generously portioned 3) diverse in flavor and absolutely worth the $85
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rena Machani
A homey, warm restaurant with bold flavors! This is a hidden gem in D.C.! Extra points for their seasonal menus!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shawn H.
I rarely write reviews, but this time around I felt like I had to! I never thought that drenching food in every possible ingredient is all it takes to get the Michelin Guide status. The amount of fat, salt, sugar, sesame oil, soy sauce - you name it - that goes into the dishes at this place is mind-boggling! We could not tell the difference between their branzino and broccolini tempura due to the overpowering taste of the think, oil-soaked, over-fried batter. The stake (prime galbi) had a really tough-to-chew, black sear that gave the dish a horrible bitter aftertaste of burnt meat. The service deserves some praise, but we will never understand why the hostess had to seat us right outside of the restroom despite the fact that literally all other tables were available (we were the first customers when they opened that day, and we had a reservation). The most regrettable $600 ($120 per person) we have ever spent at any restaurant in our experience! We are not coming back!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Gavin MSPM (Gavin)
Never been to a Korean barbecue place and my group came in on a tight time line. I explained we wanted a lot of food for 3 people, that we liked spicy, and wanted what ever they recommended. Our server took the menus, asked a few more questions and told us what he would bring out. They brought out four dishes, my favorite was the fried chicken, best I've ever had.
We were in an out in less than an hour. It was one of the best restaurant experiences I have ever had. The service was fantastic. Worth the price and wait. I will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Korean Fried Chicken
Isaac Yi
Really wanted to like this place. After much deliberation my partner and I got the tasting menu. The food was all just slightly upscale Korean food, but the flavors honestly were not novel or something I couldn't get elsewhere. They gave us the cheapest entrees on the menu and the cheapest dessert. Tasting menu was very not worth it for me. If I had a gun pointed to my head and had to go again, I would just get the yukhoe (best bite of the night) and one entree or something. Very not worth it, especially since the price is so steep
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Dina Fainberg
Lovely place. Tasty food and great service. Slightly pricy for what you get.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
J NM
The dolsot bibimbap and haemul bokkeumbap were amazing. I love that the bibimbap contains more vegetables than rice, which is not always the case in othet Korean restos. And the bokkeumbap has the perfect amount of spicyness.
You have to reserve a table well in advance because they’re quite popular.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
C C
Great food and drinks. Dark and loud and hard to get a spot but worth the wait!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Tracy Huang
Anju offers a vibrant and modern take on Korean cuisine, blending bold flavors with creative presentations. The dishes are thoughtfully balanced—from crispy, comforting favorites to beautifully executed shareable plates. The atmosphere is lively yet intimate, and the service is warm and knowledgeable. A standout choice for an exciting, flavorful dining experience.
Cozy bar atmosphere. Super friendly. Amazing dishes. Don’t be afraid to try the chefs tasting menu. It’s well portioned for solo diners. Bar team is so friendly, especially M!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bri C
My partner and I recently experienced a fantastic date night at Anju, and it truly exceeded our expectations! Although we couldn't secure a reservation, we were lucky to snag a cozy spot on the heated patio. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warmth and friendliness from everyone we met. Our server, Cecilia, was an absolute delight--her recommendations were spot-on and made our meal especially memorable. We savored every bite of our food and drinks, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere. If you're looking for a special place to dine, I recommend giving this hidden gem a try!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Kanghee
Decent. Food all came in luke warm. Fried chicken and short ribs dry. Came for brunch.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Elliott Jones-Poulson
I had an absolutely marvelous dinning experience at Anju recently. The care and attention to providing a sophisticated yet welcoming dining experience was evident upon entering. The food and beverages were PHENOMENAL! I’ve been thinking about how much I enjoyed the experience and dreaming of the day I can revisit with friends and family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atown Apples
Evennnnn tho they forgot my lotus root- that damn bimbap wit bulgogi (i think thats how you spell it) OMG! LIFE CHANGING LOL possibly one of the best things I ever ate 🤞🏾
Overall experience was excellent. Food was interesting and fun. Chicken appetizer was fantastic. Service was outstanding -- friendly, attentive and informational when asked.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The tasting menu is:
1) just about flawless from start to finish
2) generously portioned
3) diverse in flavor and absolutely worth the $85
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A homey, warm restaurant with bold flavors! This is a hidden gem in D.C.! Extra points for their seasonal menus!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I rarely write reviews, but this time around I felt like I had to! I never thought that drenching food in every possible ingredient is all it takes to get the Michelin Guide status. The amount of fat, salt, sugar, sesame oil, soy sauce - you name it - that goes into the dishes at this place is mind-boggling! We could not tell the difference between their branzino and broccolini tempura due to the overpowering taste of the think, oil-soaked, over-fried batter. The stake (prime galbi) had a really tough-to-chew, black sear that gave the dish a horrible bitter aftertaste of burnt meat. The service deserves some praise, but we will never understand why the hostess had to seat us right outside of the restroom despite the fact that literally all other tables were available (we were the first customers when they opened that day, and we had a reservation). The most regrettable $600 ($120 per person) we have ever spent at any restaurant in our experience! We are not coming back!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Never been to a Korean barbecue place and my group came in on a tight time line. I explained we wanted a lot of food for 3 people, that we liked spicy, and wanted what ever they recommended. Our server took the menus, asked a few more questions and told us what he would bring out. They brought out four dishes, my favorite was the fried chicken, best I've ever had.
We were in an out in less than an hour. It was one of the best restaurant experiences I have ever had. The service was fantastic. Worth the price and wait. I will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Korean Fried Chicken
Really wanted to like this place. After much deliberation my partner and I got the tasting menu. The food was all just slightly upscale Korean food, but the flavors honestly were not novel or something I couldn't get elsewhere. They gave us the cheapest entrees on the menu and the cheapest dessert. Tasting menu was very not worth it for me. If I had a gun pointed to my head and had to go again, I would just get the yukhoe (best bite of the night) and one entree or something. Very not worth it, especially since the price is so steep
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Lovely place. Tasty food and great service. Slightly pricy for what you get.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The dolsot bibimbap and haemul bokkeumbap were amazing. I love that the bibimbap contains more vegetables than rice, which is not always the case in othet Korean restos. And the bokkeumbap has the perfect amount of spicyness.
You have to reserve a table well in advance because they’re quite popular.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and drinks. Dark and loud and hard to get a spot but worth the wait!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Anju offers a vibrant and modern take on Korean cuisine, blending bold flavors with creative presentations. The dishes are thoughtfully balanced—from crispy, comforting favorites to beautifully executed shareable plates. The atmosphere is lively yet intimate, and the service is warm and knowledgeable. A standout choice for an exciting, flavorful dining experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Cozy bar atmosphere. Super friendly. Amazing dishes. Don’t be afraid to try the chefs tasting menu. It’s well portioned for solo diners. Bar team is so friendly, especially M!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My partner and I recently experienced a fantastic date night at Anju, and it truly exceeded our expectations! Although we couldn't secure a reservation, we were lucky to snag a cozy spot on the heated patio. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warmth and friendliness from everyone we met. Our server, Cecilia, was an absolute delight--her recommendations were spot-on and made our meal especially memorable. We savored every bite of our food and drinks, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere. If you're looking for a special place to dine, I recommend giving this hidden gem a try!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Decent. Food all came in luke warm. Fried chicken and short ribs dry. Came for brunch.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
I had an absolutely marvelous dinning experience at Anju recently. The care and attention to providing a sophisticated yet welcoming dining experience was evident upon entering. The food and beverages were PHENOMENAL! I’ve been thinking about how much I enjoyed the experience and dreaming of the day I can revisit with friends and family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Evennnnn tho they forgot my lotus root- that damn bimbap wit bulgogi (i think thats how you spell it) OMG! LIFE CHANGING LOL possibly one of the best things I ever ate 🤞🏾
Food: 5
Service: 4
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