My wife and I visited Resy on Saturday and had the most amazing time. We chatted with the regulars, with the bar tender, with the manager, and even met the owner-chef... and had some amazing food along the way. It was an incredible experience and one I look forward to reliving again and again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
C
Beautiful experience with delicious fresh food. They made our special day really beautiful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thomas Fahy
Wonderful restaurant experience led by a distinguished award-winning chef that offers consistently high quality menus items matched by superior staff service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary McCusker
From start to finish, our experience at Ris DC was outstanding. The food was absolutely delicious, served hot and full of bold, satisfying flavors. The Chicken Milanese was perfectly cooked with a crisp, golden crust and tender, juicy chicken inside. Every element on the plate was thoughtful and well-executed.
The dessert was a true highlight. The chocolate hazelnut cake was rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced — an unforgettable way to end the meal.
The staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the evening.
It was an extra treat to say hello to Ris as we were leaving. Her presence in the dining room always adds something special, and it’s clear her passion and care are reflected in every part of the experience.
Ris DC remains one of my favorite spots in the city. Looking forward to coming back soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lindsey Caraway
We dined here before a show at the Kennedy Center, and it was perfect. Comfortable, delicious, generous portions, and friendly service. We will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ray Huff
Great restaurant to celebrate a birthday.
Service was spectacular attentive buy not overly so. Food was superior.
Enjoyed our meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anna Masovets
Warm and cosy setting with amazing food. Taste of home, but more elevated and exciting. Yummy cocktails 🍸🥂
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Juergen Boehler-Royett Marcano
Very friendly and competent staff. Excellent food. I will come back for sure 🌈🇺🇸🇨🇭🥂🫶
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Justin Zalewsky
I love this place. Ris is a rockstar. This place should have a star.
Great for a business lunch informal or formal: quiet and professional.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amy Smith
We had 18 people for cocktails and dinner upstairs in the private dining room. It was quiet and the service was impeccable. The pasta is amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Saminda Wijegunawardena
My friend and I enjoyed a very nice dinner here last month. The food was very good overall, service was excellent, and it had a friendly and warm atmosphere.
I started with the French Onion Soup Gratiné (Gruyère, croutons, Port) and while not epic, it was one of the better ones I've had in DC.
We then shared an excellent Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad (roasted sweet potato, dried cranberries, candied pecans, goat cheese, sherry-maple vinaigrette) which was bursting with distinct flavors and textures. Quite good.
We also enjoyed the Miso Salmon Tartare (wasabi cream, sriracha aioli, wakame seaweed and anise crisps) which also had great texture, but the delight was in the creamy blend of the wasabi and Sriracha flavor, giving this some welcome heat. Superb.
As for my main, I had Ris' Cheeseburger (house made potato roll, onion jam, secret sauce, pickles and a side of Kennebec fries), and it was a very solid burger, zero complaints.
My friend enjoyed his Pepita Crusted Salmon (shrimp, chiles, lime, tomato, hominy, tomatillos, pico de gallo, ancho crema, cilantro), a very creative preparation.
Service was attentive, engaged and very professional.
The food was okay, but expensive for the service and quality provided. The seafood stew was good.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Seafood Stew
DJ Morris
The staff is excellent and engaging. I just thought the establishment lacked ambiance and would have been more inviting. It did seem clean although it seemed a bit older in construction. The food was also mediocre. I thought my protein was cooked well, but the accompaniments were lacking.
My wife and I visited Resy on Saturday and had the most amazing time. We chatted with the regulars, with the bar tender, with the manager, and even met the owner-chef... and had some amazing food along the way. It was an incredible experience and one I look forward to reliving again and again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beautiful experience with delicious fresh food. They made our special day really beautiful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful restaurant experience led by a distinguished award-winning chef that offers consistently high quality menus items matched by superior staff service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
From start to finish, our experience at Ris DC was outstanding. The food was absolutely delicious, served hot and full of bold, satisfying flavors. The Chicken Milanese was perfectly cooked with a crisp, golden crust and tender, juicy chicken inside. Every element on the plate was thoughtful and well-executed.
The dessert was a true highlight. The chocolate hazelnut cake was rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced — an unforgettable way to end the meal.
The staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the evening.
It was an extra treat to say hello to Ris as we were leaving. Her presence in the dining room always adds something special, and it’s clear her passion and care are reflected in every part of the experience.
Ris DC remains one of my favorite spots in the city. Looking forward to coming back soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We dined here before a show at the Kennedy Center, and it was perfect. Comfortable, delicious, generous portions, and friendly service. We will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great restaurant to celebrate a birthday.
Service was spectacular attentive buy not overly so. Food was superior.
Enjoyed our meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Warm and cosy setting with amazing food. Taste of home, but more elevated and exciting. Yummy cocktails 🍸🥂
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very friendly and competent staff. Excellent food. I will come back for sure 🌈🇺🇸🇨🇭🥂🫶
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love this place. Ris is a rockstar. This place should have a star.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very tasty and great service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Great for a business lunch informal or formal: quiet and professional.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had 18 people for cocktails and dinner upstairs in the private dining room. It was quiet and the service was impeccable. The pasta is amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My friend and I enjoyed a very nice dinner here last month. The food was very good overall, service was excellent, and it had a friendly and warm atmosphere.
I started with the French Onion Soup Gratiné (Gruyère, croutons, Port) and while not epic, it was one of the better ones I've had in DC.
We then shared an excellent Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad (roasted sweet potato, dried cranberries, candied pecans, goat cheese, sherry-maple vinaigrette) which was bursting with distinct flavors and textures. Quite good.
We also enjoyed the Miso Salmon Tartare (wasabi cream, sriracha aioli, wakame seaweed and anise crisps) which also had great texture, but the delight was in the creamy blend of the wasabi and Sriracha flavor, giving this some welcome heat. Superb.
As for my main, I had Ris' Cheeseburger (house made potato roll, onion jam, secret sauce, pickles and a side of Kennebec fries), and it was a very solid burger, zero complaints.
My friend enjoyed his Pepita Crusted Salmon (shrimp, chiles, lime, tomato, hominy, tomatillos, pico de gallo, ancho crema, cilantro), a very creative preparation.
Service was attentive, engaged and very professional.
Definitely recommended.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Miso Salmon Tartare, Pepita Crusted Salmon
The food was okay, but expensive for the service and quality provided. The seafood stew was good.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Seafood Stew
The staff is excellent and engaging. I just thought the establishment lacked ambiance and would have been more inviting. It did seem clean although it seemed a bit older in construction. The food was also mediocre. I thought my protein was cooked well, but the accompaniments were lacking.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
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