Great place to celebrate. We were there for our anniversary and chose the 6 course tasting menu. Did not disappoint! Amazing food, great service.
Shane Simpson
Third times the charm? I hate doing this but no idea how this place still holds a Michelin Star. I’ve eaten at countless James Beard and Michelin restaurants. After three visits, the service was nice and good (though very slow at times), the food has always just been good to very good, and the atmosphere is almost nonexistent besides the occasional 90s hits the soundtrack.
My server was really nice but overall there was very little engagement and at times very clumsy service overall by the adjacent waitstaff. No background on dishes or ingredients (things to expect at Michelin restaurants). This is a good place, but no where near excellent, outstanding or exceptional. Food was barely served warm and noticed it at the pass just sitting too many times. Betty and the bar tender were great.
Stand alone, I can appreciate it but there are so many other options in DMV to make this place a priority —Just a good restaurant. Also, my table rocked back and forth—not Michelin standards. One of the few times I regretted spending $$$ on a meal. When you consider the price and expected standards/awards the rating must reflect.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Jon Weiss
overpriced and mediocre ate here years ago but still think of how much money i spent that i wish i spent anywhere else
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Melanie Zalewsky
Went on a Sunday night so it was not busy at all. Only 1 other table. We did the tasting menu. It was average. Not the best neighbourhood. The host offered to escort us outside to our car across the street.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
David Galloway
The best mushrooms I’ve ever had and Matt is we a great setvet
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aďa
Food was very tasty with interesting combinations of ingredients. Service was excellent, and the atmosphere was warm and pleasant. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Lazar
I went here for restaurant week and was not disappointed, despite the typical drop in service and quality. Everything was amazing, especially the desserts! I also love the atmosphere in here. The earthy, industrial vibes were fantastic.
I don’t remember everything we ordered and the most memorable part of the meal was how expansive the offerings were. Everything from the bread, to the sashimi, the chicken, and the dessert, were unbelievable.
The menu will certainly change by the time you try them, but you definitely should. I can’t wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michelle
Gravitas is a lovely spot with a cozy and intimate atmosphere, and I appreciated the focus on seasonal, local ingredients. The dishes were creative and beautifully presented, but for me, the flavors didn’t always fully come together. Some courses felt a bit underwhelming compared to others, which made the experience a little uneven. The service was friendly and attentive, though the pace of the meal was slower than I expected. It’s a nice place for a special occasion, but I’m not sure I’d rush back just yet.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Sarah jeanette
Industrial setting. 1 star Michelin dining. Plenty of space for a larger party (8+).
Went for a tasting event. Loved the rose with the tuna.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Treff LaPlante
I brought my wife here for her Birthday, and we've eaten at a few Michelin Star restaurants around the world. The experience here was absolutely PHENOMENAL, and VERY WELL PRICED.
If you are not eating here for ANY Reason, it is your loss. You are missing out on an experience that you may not match in your lifetime. Yes, the food and service is that good.
FYI, we had the 15-course tasing menu at the Chef's table. We were there for 5 hours, and loved every minute.
Moderately disappointed by the food. Kitchen felt dysfunctional because every dish came out lukewarm as if they had been sitting for a good 20 minutes before being served. It’s especially bad for the foie gras and the pasta because without the right temperature they just taste like greasy mess. And the whole meal took 3 hours which averaged out to 25 min wait time per dish. With just 3-4 tables of guests the entire night, the restaurant wasn’t even busy. The palate cleanser took 30 minutes to serve, and it was just one scoop of sorbet. Surely it doesn’t take that long to scoop the sorbet? The branzino was decent. Skin was perfectly crispy and the rice stuffed squash was delicious. I was surprised by how bad the strawberry dessert turned out. The super sour lemon jelly ruined it for me. And the corn bread was very bland and didn’t work.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
joe ruel
I recently dined at Gravitas during restaurant week with a group of three. The food was great, but the service was disappointing. Despite our frequent visits and positive experiences, this time we felt different. We brought a friend for her first time and had high expectations. Our reservations were at 7:30 p.m., but we didn’t leave until almost 11 p.m. The service was slow, and we felt forgotten. It was odd that when we ordered caviar service at the start of our meal, we were told it sold out. I spoke with a friendly woman via phone call prior to our visit, where I explained our plans for 3-4 courses and it being our friend’s first time at the restaurant. She assured me, she was writing everything down for our waiter.
At the end of the meal, the waiter offered a discount due to our experience, but when the bill arrived, there was no discount. The amount deducted from our bill was the deposit we paid when booking. We didn’t ask for a discount, and it was off-putting that they acted like they gave one, when they didn’t. I emailed Gravitas, but I didn't receive a response.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Faith Tabora
My experience with Gravitas was short lived. I booked my reservation for myself and my parents a month in advanced for restaurant week for August 23rd, 2025 @ 6pm. We were in route and got a call at 5pm saying that Resy shouldn’t have been open for restaurant week. Please keep in mind that it’s Saturday of the one week of DC restaurant week. Meaning that they understood this was an issue and chose to call me AN HOUR before my reservation. This can only be indicative of the fact that Gravitas has an inconsideration for its customers and sloppy grasp of their operations. How can a Michelin Starred restaurant fail this badly? I budgeted for two months to be able to take my parents to an experience they’ve never had before. I was excited to spend a lot of money and tip in cash. Restaurants at this supposed caliber should center both food and service. Gravitas? Not sure what happened tonight.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Debbie Stein Botteri
We loved Gravitas. The food was delicious, from the bread to dessert. Dishes were plated beautifully and our waiters explained each dish to us. Great creativity translated to delicious food. The sear on the Salmon was perfect. *Recommendation to add some sign to identify the location*
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tommy Tang
First of all. The atmosphere is amazing! Very well moderated interior design. The drink was great, our service was excellent and absolutely amazing. But we had to be honest, we were slightly disappointed with the food quality. They were not bad, but also not great. I would say they were not well balanced between the spices. We did the 4- courses tasting menu. the tuna sashimi was a bit overly soaked in the sauce, a bit too salty too. The pasta was super sour, it hit really hard and you can barely taste anything else. The Lamb loins were over spiced with the rosemary, if you enjoyed very much then it would be great, if not that’ll be another case. The foam with veggies dish was my top recommendation. Overall, the experience was good, but I was not impressed by the food.
Great place to celebrate. We were there for our anniversary and chose the 6 course tasting menu. Did not disappoint! Amazing food, great service.
Third times the charm? I hate doing this but no idea how this place still holds a Michelin Star. I’ve eaten at countless James Beard and Michelin restaurants. After three visits, the service was nice and good (though very slow at times), the food has always just been good to very good, and the atmosphere is almost nonexistent besides the occasional 90s hits the soundtrack.
My server was really nice but overall there was very little engagement and at times very clumsy service overall by the adjacent waitstaff. No background on dishes or ingredients (things to expect at Michelin restaurants). This is a good place, but no where near excellent, outstanding or exceptional. Food was barely served warm and noticed it at the pass just sitting too many times. Betty and the bar tender were great.
Stand alone, I can appreciate it but there are so many other options in DMV to make this place a priority —Just a good restaurant. Also, my table rocked back and forth—not Michelin standards. One of the few times I regretted spending $$$ on a meal. When you consider the price and expected standards/awards the rating must reflect.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
overpriced and mediocre
ate here years ago but still think of how much money i spent that i wish i spent anywhere else
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Went on a Sunday night so it was not busy at all. Only 1 other table. We did the tasting menu. It was average. Not the best neighbourhood. The host offered to escort us outside to our car across the street.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
The best mushrooms I’ve ever had and Matt is we a great setvet
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was very tasty with interesting combinations of ingredients. Service was excellent, and the atmosphere was warm and pleasant. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I went here for restaurant week and was not disappointed, despite the typical drop in service and quality. Everything was amazing, especially the desserts! I also love the atmosphere in here. The earthy, industrial vibes were fantastic.
I don’t remember everything we ordered and the most memorable part of the meal was how expansive the offerings were. Everything from the bread, to the sashimi, the chicken, and the dessert, were unbelievable.
The menu will certainly change by the time you try them, but you definitely should. I can’t wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gravitas is a lovely spot with a cozy and intimate atmosphere, and I appreciated the focus on seasonal, local ingredients. The dishes were creative and beautifully presented, but for me, the flavors didn’t always fully come together. Some courses felt a bit underwhelming compared to others, which made the experience a little uneven. The service was friendly and attentive, though the pace of the meal was slower than I expected. It’s a nice place for a special occasion, but I’m not sure I’d rush back just yet.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Industrial setting. 1 star Michelin dining. Plenty of space for a larger party (8+).
Went for a tasting event. Loved the rose with the tuna.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
I brought my wife here for her Birthday, and we've eaten at a few Michelin Star restaurants around the world. The experience here was absolutely PHENOMENAL, and VERY WELL PRICED.
If you are not eating here for ANY Reason, it is your loss. You are missing out on an experience that you may not match in your lifetime. Yes, the food and service is that good.
FYI, we had the 15-course tasing menu at the Chef's table. We were there for 5 hours, and loved every minute.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Moderately disappointed by the food. Kitchen felt dysfunctional because every dish came out lukewarm as if they had been sitting for a good 20 minutes before being served. It’s especially bad for the foie gras and the pasta because without the right temperature they just taste like greasy mess. And the whole meal took 3 hours which averaged out to 25 min wait time per dish. With just 3-4 tables of guests the entire night, the restaurant wasn’t even busy. The palate cleanser took 30 minutes to serve, and it was just one scoop of sorbet. Surely it doesn’t take that long to scoop the sorbet? The branzino was decent. Skin was perfectly crispy and the rice stuffed squash was delicious. I was surprised by how bad the strawberry dessert turned out. The super sour lemon jelly ruined it for me. And the corn bread was very bland and didn’t work.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
I recently dined at Gravitas during restaurant week with a group of three. The food was great, but the service was disappointing. Despite our frequent visits and positive experiences, this time we felt different. We brought a friend for her first time and had high expectations. Our reservations were at 7:30 p.m., but we didn’t leave until almost 11 p.m. The service was slow, and we felt forgotten. It was odd that when we ordered caviar service at the start of our meal, we were told it sold out. I spoke with a friendly woman via phone call prior to our visit, where I explained our plans for 3-4 courses and it being our friend’s first time at the restaurant. She assured me, she was writing everything down for our waiter.
At the end of the meal, the waiter offered a discount due to our experience, but when the bill arrived, there was no discount. The amount deducted from our bill was the deposit we paid when booking. We didn’t ask for a discount, and it was off-putting that they acted like they gave one, when they didn’t. I emailed Gravitas, but I didn't receive a response.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
My experience with Gravitas was short lived. I booked my reservation for myself and my parents a month in advanced for restaurant week for August 23rd, 2025 @ 6pm. We were in route and got a call at 5pm saying that Resy shouldn’t have been open for restaurant week. Please keep in mind that it’s Saturday of the one week of DC restaurant week. Meaning that they understood this was an issue and chose to call me AN HOUR before my reservation. This can only be indicative of the fact that Gravitas has an inconsideration for its customers and sloppy grasp of their operations. How can a Michelin Starred restaurant fail this badly? I budgeted for two months to be able to take my parents to an experience they’ve never had before. I was excited to spend a lot of money and tip in cash. Restaurants at this supposed caliber should center both food and service. Gravitas? Not sure what happened tonight.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
We loved Gravitas. The food was delicious, from the bread to dessert. Dishes were plated beautifully and our waiters explained each dish to us. Great creativity translated to delicious food. The sear on the Salmon was perfect.
*Recommendation to add some sign to identify the location*
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First of all. The atmosphere is amazing! Very well moderated interior design. The drink was great, our service was excellent and absolutely amazing. But we had to be honest, we were slightly disappointed with the food quality. They were not bad, but also not great. I would say they were not well balanced between the spices. We did the 4- courses tasting menu. the tuna sashimi was a bit overly soaked in the sauce, a bit too salty too. The pasta was super sour, it hit really hard and you can barely taste anything else. The Lamb loins were over spiced with the rosemary, if you enjoyed very much then it would be great, if not that’ll be another case. The foam with veggies dish was my top recommendation. Overall, the experience was good, but I was not impressed by the food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
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