I stumbled upon The Conservatory with little knowledge of its ties to Gravitas, which is in a building that was once a tomato packing warehouse , but I'm glad I did. Nestled inside a greenhouse, this casual extension boasts a modern and inviting ambiance. The concrete-colored bar adorned with green tiles sets the tone perfectly. One of the highlights? Stepping out onto the deck to soak in the captivating Ivy City view. Now, let's talk about the food. My taste buds were treated to perfection with the Chorizo-crusted scallops--a true delight. But the real magic happened at the bar, where Mike, the bartender, crafted drinks on the fly. The Giving Tree cocktail stole the show with its exquisite blend. In summary, The Conservatory is a must-visit. From its charming atmosphere to its stellar culinary offerings and inventive drinks, it's an experience worth indulging in. Highly recommended.
Markiea K.
This Michelin-starred establishment truly lives up to its reputation. Our bartender, Mike, was exceptional. After sharing our preferences, we trusted him to craft a cocktail, and he surpassed all expectations. Following his recommendation, I indulged in the chorizo-crusted scallops, which were simply exquisite--light, flavorful, buttery, and flawless. We concluded our meal with an Italian digestive, capping off an unforgettable experience. The ambience is very sophisticated.
Joshua May
We had the most amazing experience. I strongly recommend the rooftop! The drinks were phenomenal and the food was exquisite. We will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eda Stark
I was charged double the cancellation fee that Resy had calculated. I’ve been trying to reach the restaurant to sort this overcharge. No response.
Vine a celebrar mi cumpleaños y me la pasé muy bien. El ambiente fue bastante agradable, aunque la comida me quedo a deber un poco en cuestión de sabor y presentación. No fue mala en lo absoluto, pero creo que mi expectativa era mayor para mi tercer restaurante Michelin. Aún así la amabilidad del equipo de cocina y de servicio me hicieron sentir bastante apreciado, el detalle del postre de cumpleaños y que la Chef se acercara a la mesa fue un plus a nuestra experiencia. Espero volver pronto para una segunda buena impresión.
Shsh
Every one from waitresses to waiters and sommelier were very courteous and accommodating. The beverage director Judy was very knowledgeable and creative about cocktails. We tried this drink called “liquid Gold” made with Safran and rose water which made it very unique. We were celebrating our anniversary and they made it special. I would highly recommend trying the food at this place if you are interested in a prefix tasting menu.
Gymrat56
We were seated upstairs because of condensation droplets on the first floor. The upstairs temp was barely OK. Bathroom was an inferno. All of the food from the canapes through dessert was outstanding both presentation and flavor. Our server was just OK. We had to ask to have the butter refilled 3 times. New silverware was not placed in a timely manner and the runners were waiting with our hot dishes. Not good. Sommelier was helpful.
Matt
My wife and I had dinner at Gravitas to celebrate our Fourth Wedding Anniversary and the team hit it out of the park. We splurged on the six course tasting menu. I had the wine pairing and my wife had a non-alcoholic cocktail because she is expecting. The team accommodated a dairy allergy for my wife as well as the necessary accommodations for pregnancy without any fuss. The food was fantastic and we had a wonderful time. I particularly enjoyed the chicken main dish. My wife had the wagyu and after a small bite I can confirm that her rave review was spot on. The meal was a splurge for us on a special occasion, but we had an amazing time and found the splurge worth it. Luckily if you want to economize there are plenty of options, so even if your budget is tight I'd recommend Gravitas. What a gem! We're so happy we spent our special evening with the Gravitas team. Highly recommend!
michelinjunky
Fairly disappointed for a Michelin star spot- food was underwhelming and uninteresting and portions were aggressively small. Ambience (especially the rooftop conversatory) is incredible thought
George Sellers
Service and ambiance 4/5Ate at the winter chalet which is on rooftop. Was drafty.Food 3/5. Good food but not great value or portion size.
Amazing experience. I cant recommend this place enough. It's inspired, well done, a slightly refined flavor of edgy, and a great celebration of culinary art in a comfortable environment. Think Per Se light if it was in a warehouse and jeans were allowed.
George Junca
Great cocktails and food and cool rooftop
I'm_nobody Who_are_you
Delicious food and exquisite drinks ?
Foodie
Wonderful food -- one of the best meals we've had during our Michelin explorations in the DC area. We had the chef's table experience and I would have preferred a less drawn-out experience -- service seemed a bit slow, sometimes with long waits between courses, and we were at the restaurant for 4.5 hours. But every dish was really excellent, both the regular omnivore menu and the vegetarian tasting that one of our group had. The vegetarian dishes were every bit as creative and interesting as the omnivore dishes, not just "pale copies" as you sometimes get. The wines selected for the wine pairing were also delicious, appropriate, and interesting. Overall a very enjoyable experience! (Just be careful where you sit -- there are glaring lights across the street that shine directly into your eyes if you sit along the benches to the left of the restaurant.)
AlphonsoS
? Happiness! We celebrated my sweet wife's birthday there on Wednesday night, being the last reservation of the evening and not only were they expecting us at 8:15pm, but they remembered all of the little nuisances I mentioned in my Open Table request (fresh purple flowers from their garden, her name, occasion and type of flavors). The food was even more nuisanced, with 24 different fresh vegetables from their roof top garden (pic#2), tasty gazpacho, chicken and lobster (pic#4), etc. A surprise also was the Bedlam vodka recommended by the Sommelier, a brand marketed by the singer Jason Derulo. We would recommend Gravitas mostly, clearly, not surprisingly, for the food. We would return, for the feeling!
I stumbled upon The Conservatory with little knowledge of its ties to Gravitas, which is in a building that was once a tomato packing warehouse , but I'm glad I did. Nestled inside a greenhouse, this casual extension boasts a modern and inviting ambiance. The concrete-colored bar adorned with green tiles sets the tone perfectly. One of the highlights? Stepping out onto the deck to soak in the captivating Ivy City view. Now, let's talk about the food. My taste buds were treated to perfection with the Chorizo-crusted scallops--a true delight. But the real magic happened at the bar, where Mike, the bartender, crafted drinks on the fly. The Giving Tree cocktail stole the show with its exquisite blend. In summary, The Conservatory is a must-visit. From its charming atmosphere to its stellar culinary offerings and inventive drinks, it's an experience worth indulging in. Highly recommended.
This Michelin-starred establishment truly lives up to its reputation. Our bartender, Mike, was exceptional. After sharing our preferences, we trusted him to craft a cocktail, and he surpassed all expectations. Following his recommendation, I indulged in the chorizo-crusted scallops, which were simply exquisite--light, flavorful, buttery, and flawless. We concluded our meal with an Italian digestive, capping off an unforgettable experience. The ambience is very sophisticated.
We had the most amazing experience. I strongly recommend the rooftop! The drinks were phenomenal and the food was exquisite. We will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was charged double the cancellation fee that Resy had calculated. I’ve been trying to reach the restaurant to sort this overcharge. No response.
Vine a celebrar mi cumpleaños y me la pasé muy bien. El ambiente fue bastante agradable, aunque la comida me quedo a deber un poco en cuestión de sabor y presentación. No fue mala en lo absoluto, pero creo que mi expectativa era mayor para mi tercer restaurante Michelin. Aún así la amabilidad del equipo de cocina y de servicio me hicieron sentir bastante apreciado, el detalle del postre de cumpleaños y que la Chef se acercara a la mesa fue un plus a nuestra experiencia. Espero volver pronto para una segunda buena impresión.
Every one from waitresses to waiters and sommelier were very courteous and accommodating. The beverage director Judy was very knowledgeable and creative about cocktails. We tried this drink called “liquid Gold” made with Safran and rose water which made it very unique. We were celebrating our anniversary and they made it special. I would highly recommend trying the food at this place if you are interested in a prefix tasting menu.
We were seated upstairs because of condensation droplets on the first floor. The upstairs temp was barely OK. Bathroom was an inferno. All of the food from the canapes through dessert was outstanding both presentation and flavor. Our server was just OK. We had to ask to have the butter refilled 3 times. New silverware was not placed in a timely manner and the runners were waiting with our hot dishes. Not good. Sommelier was helpful.
My wife and I had dinner at Gravitas to celebrate our Fourth Wedding Anniversary and the team hit it out of the park. We splurged on the six course tasting menu. I had the wine pairing and my wife had a non-alcoholic cocktail because she is expecting. The team accommodated a dairy allergy for my wife as well as the necessary accommodations for pregnancy without any fuss. The food was fantastic and we had a wonderful time. I particularly enjoyed the chicken main dish. My wife had the wagyu and after a small bite I can confirm that her rave review was spot on. The meal was a splurge for us on a special occasion, but we had an amazing time and found the splurge worth it. Luckily if you want to economize there are plenty of options, so even if your budget is tight I'd recommend Gravitas. What a gem! We're so happy we spent our special evening with the Gravitas team. Highly recommend!
Fairly disappointed for a Michelin star spot- food was underwhelming and uninteresting and portions were aggressively small. Ambience (especially the rooftop conversatory) is incredible thought
Service and ambiance 4/5Ate at the winter chalet which is on rooftop. Was drafty.Food 3/5. Good food but not great value or portion size.
Restaurantji Recommends
Amazing experience. I cant recommend this place enough. It's inspired, well done, a slightly refined flavor of edgy, and a great celebration of culinary art in a comfortable environment. Think Per Se light if it was in a warehouse and jeans were allowed.
Great cocktails and food and cool rooftop
Delicious food and exquisite drinks ?
Wonderful food -- one of the best meals we've had during our Michelin explorations in the DC area. We had the chef's table experience and I would have preferred a less drawn-out experience -- service seemed a bit slow, sometimes with long waits between courses, and we were at the restaurant for 4.5 hours. But every dish was really excellent, both the regular omnivore menu and the vegetarian tasting that one of our group had. The vegetarian dishes were every bit as creative and interesting as the omnivore dishes, not just "pale copies" as you sometimes get. The wines selected for the wine pairing were also delicious, appropriate, and interesting. Overall a very enjoyable experience! (Just be careful where you sit -- there are glaring lights across the street that shine directly into your eyes if you sit along the benches to the left of the restaurant.)
? Happiness! We celebrated my sweet wife's birthday there on Wednesday night, being the last reservation of the evening and not only were they expecting us at 8:15pm, but they remembered all of the little nuisances I mentioned in my Open Table request (fresh purple flowers from their garden, her name, occasion and type of flavors). The food was even more nuisanced, with 24 different fresh vegetables from their roof top garden (pic#2), tasty gazpacho, chicken and lobster (pic#4), etc. A surprise also was the Bedlam vodka recommended by the Sommelier, a brand marketed by the singer Jason Derulo. We would recommend Gravitas mostly, clearly, not surprisingly, for the food. We would return, for the feeling!