Unfortunately my visit to Matisse was rather disappointing. The hostess greeted us warmly, showed us to the table outdoors that we requested, and our server (never told us his name) was professional, gracious, and most attentive. Now to my meal... I began by sharing a Caesar salad that was so small that I needed to put my glasses on to see it. Adequate, but not memorable. I chose for my main course the pork special that came with risotto and cauliflower rosettes. My mistake was not asking to speak with our server/manager after tasting the pork. It was truly tasteless and dry, and the gravy that covered the pork was ordinary. Interestingly, though both the server and host stopped by to inquire how we were enjoying our meal, both saw a full plate of food not being eaten, and when our plates were removed, mine being full, there was no inquiry as to why, or my declining a box to take it home. My partner wasn't impressed with his branzino either. The dinner was expensive for a less than memorable meal. The DMV has many dining options that I have tried- rarely am I as disappointed as I was yesterday evening.
Cristina
The service was excellent thanks in great part to Enzo who prepared very nice drinks. The restaurant clearly attracts a devoted crowd of regulars. We could hear around us people confirming that they were returning clients. That is a good sign.
Robert
Chef Simon Thank you Liliane and I are very happy you did finally a new house to perform your Chef talent And I hope your new boss will appreciate your talent 🌹🌹🌹❤️🌹🌹
Margaret
The food was good. The service could have been better. A long time between order and delivery even though the restaurant was not particularly crowded.
Seth
We were delighted with the food, service, ambience, and reasonable prices. I will be going back, and back, and back. . . .!!
Wayne R Curtis PhD
It has been one of our favorite restaurants for a very long time. We took our 20th couple there for their first time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Deborah
It was our anniversary and it felt as comfortable as being at home. Saw friends there and the service was wonderful
Paul
Excellent soft-shell crab, gazpacho, watermelon panzanella, and poached pear with crème anglaise in light puff pastry. Warm service, from busboy to server to owner. Ambiance of a French country restaurant.
Marsha
The waitress was extremely knowledgeable of the menu which helped us with our selection. The food was excellent and the presentation beautiful.
Donald
My soft shell crabs and husband's fettuccine were excellent. Good, well priced French Chardonnay by the glass
We always enjoy Matisse. It has been our favorite restaurant for years. Max was our server and he was great!
Casey
We used to dine here from time to time. Then we moved back into the area after a decade away and this was our first evening out. Not disappointed. Love the ambiance. Food was quite good. The fried green tomatoes were a perfect start, they divided the order for us to share. The seafood risotto was rich in flavor. Halibut was perfectly cooked. The stuff it rested on was nondescript/confusing flavors. Strawberry shortcake was excellent. Jay the server was very personable. We'll be back.
Peggy
Our meal was delicious!! The service was very attentive and detail oriented. The restaurant decor is inviting and cozy. A longtime favorite that has been happily rediscovered by me and my friends!!
sunny
We love having the casual chic Matisse in our convenient neighborhood. The roast chicken is always comforting and reliably good. The wine by the glass is good, and the choices satisfying. I love the atmosphere of elegance. Our waiter was just the right combination of knowledgeable and charming.
Alicia
wonderful experience - first time there. Great dinner, service and very welcoming Atmosphere - will be back!
Unfortunately my visit to Matisse was rather disappointing. The hostess greeted us warmly, showed us to the table outdoors that we requested, and our server (never told us his name) was professional, gracious, and most attentive. Now to my meal... I began by sharing a Caesar salad that was so small that I needed to put my glasses on to see it. Adequate, but not memorable. I chose for my main course the pork special that came with risotto and cauliflower rosettes. My mistake was not asking to speak with our server/manager after tasting the pork. It was truly tasteless and dry, and the gravy that covered the pork was ordinary. Interestingly, though both the server and host stopped by to inquire how we were enjoying our meal, both saw a full plate of food not being eaten, and when our plates were removed, mine being full, there was no inquiry as to why, or my declining a box to take it home. My partner wasn't impressed with his branzino either. The dinner was expensive for a less than memorable meal. The DMV has many dining options that I have tried- rarely am I as disappointed as I was yesterday evening.
The service was excellent thanks in great part to Enzo who prepared very nice drinks. The restaurant clearly attracts a devoted crowd of regulars. We could hear around us people confirming that they were returning clients. That is a good sign.
Chef Simon Thank you Liliane and I are very happy you did finally a new house to perform your Chef talent And I hope your new boss will appreciate your talent 🌹🌹🌹❤️🌹🌹
The food was good. The service could have been better. A long time between order and delivery even though the restaurant was not particularly crowded.
We were delighted with the food, service, ambience, and reasonable prices. I will be going back, and back, and back. . . .!!
It has been one of our favorite restaurants for a very long time.
We took our 20th couple there for their first time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It was our anniversary and it felt as comfortable as being at home. Saw friends there and the service was wonderful
Excellent soft-shell crab, gazpacho, watermelon panzanella, and poached pear with crème anglaise in light puff pastry. Warm service, from busboy to server to owner. Ambiance of a French country restaurant.
The waitress was extremely knowledgeable of the menu which helped us with our selection. The food was excellent and the presentation beautiful.
My soft shell crabs and husband's fettuccine were excellent. Good, well priced French Chardonnay by the glass
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We always enjoy Matisse. It has been our favorite restaurant for years. Max was our server and he was great!
We used to dine here from time to time. Then we moved back into the area after a decade away and this was our first evening out. Not disappointed. Love the ambiance. Food was quite good. The fried green tomatoes were a perfect start, they divided the order for us to share. The seafood risotto was rich in flavor. Halibut was perfectly cooked. The stuff it rested on was nondescript/confusing flavors. Strawberry shortcake was excellent. Jay the server was very personable. We'll be back.
Our meal was delicious!! The service was very attentive and detail oriented. The restaurant decor is inviting and cozy. A longtime favorite that has been happily rediscovered by me and my friends!!
We love having the casual chic Matisse in our convenient neighborhood. The roast chicken is always comforting and reliably good. The wine by the glass is good, and the choices satisfying. I love the atmosphere of elegance. Our waiter was just the right combination of knowledgeable and charming.
wonderful experience - first time there. Great dinner, service and very welcoming Atmosphere - will be back!
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