We are neighbors of Bresca and had dined there several times before and were always pleased. This time was different! The food was not up to the standard of a one star Michelin restaurent. The lamb was tough, chewey with white connective tissue and cut in thick pieces (a no no for lamb). These are basic rules for serving lamb. Similarly, the wagyu beef was chewey and just too much. Rather have less that is tender than more that is difficult to handle. Bresca should do better.
Vincent
Excellent meal during Restaurant Week! We had been previously to Bresca and it is always special!
Stefanie
Stellar service- well deserved one-star Michelin rating. I sat at the bar as a single diner and the service was still excellent. Each waiter explained each dish and the bartenders were super attentive and friendly. The Restaurant Week menu was fantastic- highly recommend upgrading to receive all of the snacks... and the apple linzer torte was lovely. Highly recommend.
Raymond
Bresca was a lovely fine dining experience. The staff was so kind and friendly. The food was elevated and delicious. The vibe was high class but laid back enough that you could relax. We will be back!
Jean
Love the creative food choices which match the phenomenal service. Bar service and creativity is beyond. Recommend pairing wine with food to get the full experience. Will be back!!
Caitlin
We absolutely loved our night at Bresca. The service and the food were outstanding! The menu was incredibly creative and so well executed with the service, which really took it from great food to a great experience.
Natthavee
Best experiences. Food and service are phenomenal. Our server is Zineb T. She took care of us very well.
Matthew
Overall excellent experience. Top shelf service, food and drink also excellent. Unfortunately our table location was less than desirable as we had a tight traffic lane on either side of us. Be sure to request a seat along the outer wall.
Courtnee
One of the best meals I've ever eaten - the perfect spot for a special occasion with a fun, lively atmosphere and outstanding service. Creative, delicious, amazing overall.
Cassie
Staff was excellent. Explained the menu and options for the evening. Noise level was louder than we expected, but the restaurant was packed. We went during DC restaurant week and were given the options for the $65 pp meal, as well as upgrades. Appreciated that we could upgrade parts of the meal individually, such as: I upgraded to try all of the starters for $15 and my husband upgraded to the steak for $30. Food was excellent, with beautiful presentations and delicious flavor combinations. The starters were very creative, wonderful presentations, and tasted fantastic. One caveat - the crab leg texture was a bit tough for my liking. The butternut squash salad was very good and my pork entree was cooked and seasoned to perfection. Two disappointments: they do not serve any soft drinks, so if you are not drinking alcohol they really only have water and $6 glass of hot tea. The dessert had way too much clove for my taste buds and it totally overpowered the dish. However, they brought a second smaller dessert of cookies on the house that were light and delicious. Would definitely go back!
Wonderfully attentive service and delicious creative food. We loved our table. Birds Eye view of everything. Memorable night
Olivia
Happy we finally tried dining at Bresca! We went during a restaurant week, so I think they were more slammed than usual. Service was exceptional when someone was tending to us, but we weren't tended to as often as expected. The staff seemed to acknowledge this, and provided exceptional service to make up for it. Food was creative and conscientious. I would return to dine again! Thinking behind rating if of interest - We had a really lovely evening overall, though there were a few service hiccups. Despite having a reservation, we waited about 20 minutes to be seated. The pacing between courses didn't bother me personally, but it did affect part of our group. A drink and appetizer add-on was forgotten, and one guest didn't receive wine with their main because they weren't asked if they'd like another glass. That said, the thoughtful touches stood out. We were welcomed with a glass of champagne and handwritten cards. The food was very good, and we left feeling comfortably full, which a win with a tasting menu. Our table was adorable, and food highlights included the white chocolate “butter stick” with the madeleine and the trout, both of which were excellent. My only food-related critique was the breads; the madeleine and milk bread were a bit dry and could be improved.
Chandan
Very good experience. We tried the Chef's 5 course menu of the restaurant month and every single item was unique and delightful. Service was top notch. Our main server Zenab and the entire team were great. Highly recommended!
Allyson
Very enjoyable dining experience. We came here to celebrate our anniversary. We were welcomed with a nice note and a welcome aperitif. All the courses were plated beautifully and presented to us with beautifully descriptive details on how it was prepared. The service was attentive but didn't feel rushed at all. The flavors were all incredible. There was not a dish we didn't enjoy. Would recommend!
Alejandro
Bresca delivered a memorable evening, with service that was truly the highlight of our anniversary celebration. From the moment we arrived, the staff was attentive, warm, and thoughtful. They went above and beyond to make the night special, including a handwritten note with my wife's name placed at her seat — a small but incredibly meaningful touch that did not go unnoticed. The food was good, though not exceptional for the price point. Each dish was seasoned perfectly and cooked with precision, and the five-course tasting menu offered a well-balanced assortment of seafood and red meat. While every course was enjoyable, the dessert course stood out as our favorite and was, in our opinion, the strongest part of the meal. Overall, the experience was elevated by the impeccable service and attention to detail. I would absolutely return to dine at Bresca again and would happily recommend it — especially for a special occasion where hospitality truly matters.
We are neighbors of Bresca and had dined there several times before and were always pleased. This time was different! The food was not up to the standard of a one star Michelin restaurent. The lamb was tough, chewey with white connective tissue and cut in thick pieces (a no no for lamb). These are basic rules for serving lamb. Similarly, the wagyu beef was chewey and just too much. Rather have less that is tender than more that is difficult to handle. Bresca should do better.
Excellent meal during Restaurant Week! We had been previously to Bresca and it is always special!
Stellar service- well deserved one-star Michelin rating. I sat at the bar as a single diner and the service was still excellent. Each waiter explained each dish and the bartenders were super attentive and friendly. The Restaurant Week menu was fantastic- highly recommend upgrading to receive all of the snacks... and the apple linzer torte was lovely. Highly recommend.
Bresca was a lovely fine dining experience. The staff was so kind and friendly. The food was elevated and delicious. The vibe was high class but laid back enough that you could relax. We will be back!
Love the creative food choices which match the phenomenal service. Bar service and creativity is beyond. Recommend pairing wine with food to get the full experience. Will be back!!
We absolutely loved our night at Bresca. The service and the food were outstanding! The menu was incredibly creative and so well executed with the service, which really took it from great food to a great experience.
Best experiences. Food and service are phenomenal. Our server is Zineb T. She took care of us very well.
Overall excellent experience. Top shelf service, food and drink also excellent. Unfortunately our table location was less than desirable as we had a tight traffic lane on either side of us. Be sure to request a seat along the outer wall.
One of the best meals I've ever eaten - the perfect spot for a special occasion with a fun, lively atmosphere and outstanding service. Creative, delicious, amazing overall.
Staff was excellent. Explained the menu and options for the evening. Noise level was louder than we expected, but the restaurant was packed. We went during DC restaurant week and were given the options for the $65 pp meal, as well as upgrades. Appreciated that we could upgrade parts of the meal individually, such as: I upgraded to try all of the starters for $15 and my husband upgraded to the steak for $30. Food was excellent, with beautiful presentations and delicious flavor combinations. The starters were very creative, wonderful presentations, and tasted fantastic. One caveat - the crab leg texture was a bit tough for my liking. The butternut squash salad was very good and my pork entree was cooked and seasoned to perfection. Two disappointments: they do not serve any soft drinks, so if you are not drinking alcohol they really only have water and $6 glass of hot tea. The dessert had way too much clove for my taste buds and it totally overpowered the dish. However, they brought a second smaller dessert of cookies on the house that were light and delicious. Would definitely go back!
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Wonderfully attentive service and delicious creative food. We loved our table. Birds Eye view of everything. Memorable night
Happy we finally tried dining at Bresca! We went during a restaurant week, so I think they were more slammed than usual. Service was exceptional when someone was tending to us, but we weren't tended to as often as expected. The staff seemed to acknowledge this, and provided exceptional service to make up for it. Food was creative and conscientious. I would return to dine again! Thinking behind rating if of interest - We had a really lovely evening overall, though there were a few service hiccups. Despite having a reservation, we waited about 20 minutes to be seated. The pacing between courses didn't bother me personally, but it did affect part of our group. A drink and appetizer add-on was forgotten, and one guest didn't receive wine with their main because they weren't asked if they'd like another glass. That said, the thoughtful touches stood out. We were welcomed with a glass of champagne and handwritten cards. The food was very good, and we left feeling comfortably full, which a win with a tasting menu. Our table was adorable, and food highlights included the white chocolate “butter stick” with the madeleine and the trout, both of which were excellent. My only food-related critique was the breads; the madeleine and milk bread were a bit dry and could be improved.
Very good experience. We tried the Chef's 5 course menu of the restaurant month and every single item was unique and delightful. Service was top notch. Our main server Zenab and the entire team were great. Highly recommended!
Very enjoyable dining experience. We came here to celebrate our anniversary. We were welcomed with a nice note and a welcome aperitif. All the courses were plated beautifully and presented to us with beautifully descriptive details on how it was prepared. The service was attentive but didn't feel rushed at all. The flavors were all incredible. There was not a dish we didn't enjoy. Would recommend!
Bresca delivered a memorable evening, with service that was truly the highlight of our anniversary celebration. From the moment we arrived, the staff was attentive, warm, and thoughtful. They went above and beyond to make the night special, including a handwritten note with my wife's name placed at her seat — a small but incredibly meaningful touch that did not go unnoticed. The food was good, though not exceptional for the price point. Each dish was seasoned perfectly and cooked with precision, and the five-course tasting menu offered a well-balanced assortment of seafood and red meat. While every course was enjoyable, the dessert course stood out as our favorite and was, in our opinion, the strongest part of the meal. Overall, the experience was elevated by the impeccable service and attention to detail. I would absolutely return to dine at Bresca again and would happily recommend it — especially for a special occasion where hospitality truly matters.
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