Modern European Restaurants near Washington, DC

“Such a fun experience during our trip to DC. All the items we choose were outstanding and different . It was the highlight of our rainy day .“

“Sophisticated flavor without being pretentious. I would have appreciated a larger portion of cheese with the charcuterie. However, before my visit I never had a relationship with mustard and now I do. It is not to be underestimated. Dave/David was a pleasant and knowledgeable server with great suggestions.“

“If you are coming here with a decent sized part of people, I would highly recommend going with something from the Chef's Menu so you can try a little of everything. You'd be happy you did, and you definitely won't leave hungry.
Myself and four others went here for dinner on a Sunday night and it was phenomenal!
Phoebe did a fantastic job answering our questions about the menu and providing recommendations. When we all decided to do The Classics on the Chef's Menu, Phoebe made sure our wants and needs were addressed, and her and the kitchen provided the most incredible selection of tapas. If my memory serves, we received about 5 or 6 different tapas and two paellas. Then, at the end, the churros were included in the cost.
Overall, the value, quality, and service were all superior and when we're in DC again, we will be back.“

“Penne Pasta with Pork Bolognese Crispy Lemongrass Chicken Caramelized Cauliflower It tastes good. The environment is nice“

“Al was an exceptional host. He made sure we had everything we needed, and his friendly demeanor and charismatic personality made the evening feel especially warm and welcoming. He also kept the conversation engaging throughout the night.

The food was outstanding — especially the duck entrée and the passion fruit dessert, both of which were highlights of the meal. I highly recommend this restaurant for its relaxed yet refined atmosphere and beautifully designed surroundings. The ambiance leans upscale with a low-key charm, so business casual to upscale attire fits perfectly.“

“Yesterday was our first visit to Amber, and it certainly won't be our last.

From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed by the host, who also happened to be the manager. Even though we didn't have a reservation, he was incredibly accommodating and made us feel genuinely welcome. What impressed us even more was that he later came to our table to personally check that everything was going well.

Our server, Mario, was outstanding. He took the time to explain the all-you-can-eat concept and walk us through the menu, which offers an impressive variety of options. His recommendations were spot on, and every dish he suggested was absolutely delicious.

Mario's professionalism, friendliness, and attention to detail truly elevated our dining experience. Combined with the excellent food, welcoming atmosphere, and exceptional service, it made for a memorable evening.

Highly recommended. We look forward to coming back soon!“

“service...food....ambiance..... everything!! A1!!!!!!!! amazing!!!!“

“The Best of the Best restaurant ! Delicious food with a great menu and great service!“