Disappointed. We were excited to try Slate Wine Bar but my husband and I both left with the same thought... 'How is this place still open.' We did the 3 course tasting menu with the wine pairing. The food was below average for the price point and the wine pairing was unremarkable / not worth finishing in one case and tables around us were complaining. The service was weird and not what you would expect in this price point, among other things, for every course they served our food first then poured the wine making us awkwardly wait for the wine explanation before we could start eating... We spent $250.00 on this meal and my husband said "there's a burger place next door" as we were paying the bill ? Warning for a two top they auto charged 22% gratuity on our total bill that was almost 50% alcohol. ? The plating was pretty though.
Yovan Diaz Reyes
I would give more than 5 stars if I could. The establishment is amazing and service top notch. Gabby was our server (highly recommended as server). She is so knowledgeable and charismatic. Very professional throughout the service. Following that, we had Nicole serving us our food. She was on point with food information and description as well as the wine pairing. Sophie came by as well to check on us and provide us with more wine highlights. Overall, an it was an amazing experience. I appreciate their hard work and knowledge so please always be kind to your servers. Their time and knowledge matters. Will definitely be back, amazing sport and 100% recommend to wine lovers and people 21+ years.
Maryam K.
Love this place so much that it's become my go to! The menu, the service and the stellar wine list are top notch. Chic atmosphere without being pretentious. Chef and staff always go out of their way to make customers feel welcomed.
Viv C.
Top notch service and great dining environment. Cannot say that about the good though. Our pork shoulder was very salty… the pairing source was delicious though.
J A.
3.5. I guess. The food here is fine. I liked the mushroom small course but it was way too salty for a few at the table. Cauliflower course felt like something I could make at home and was also luke warm. I enjoyed the steak but med rare order did come out over. The cookie in a cast iron w some ice cream for dessert was simple and tasty. Pacing was on the slower side with some courses having much more time in between than others. I think I'm being generous rounding up. Nothing very interesting to report here. Mainly I think this is a spot to grab a glass of wine before dinner somewhere else.
Itinerante53
... which somehow does not quite 'click' (and the parade of people being told the same story on their way to the restaurant upstairs makes for a very odd atmosphere).
Daisy de Santiago
Slate is no Xiquet. Same chef but different experience for us. We loved Xiquet. Slate — not so much.The octopus was tough. The wagyu was just okay. And the cheesecake wasn’t good at all. Our server was just okay, too. The whole evening felt like a flop.Maybe it was just one of those times where they just couldn’t hit the mark; but, that they generally offer a great dining experience.It was a two-star experience. The third star is there because Xiquet does carry some weight. And I’d like to give the chef the benefit of the doubt.I’ll give Slate some time and try them again.
M Duncan
This place is a hidden gem serving up tasty cocktails and Michelin-quality food. The atmosphere is smart and trendy and the service is excellent.
Jennifer Holm
Great service, amazing food, exceptional cocktails, and an all around wonderful experience.
Carl Hobbs
Unbelievable. We've been 3 times now. Each time was amazing. Presentation, food, service...top notch.
Horrible - refused to refund the $40 deposit associated with our reservation even though we explained on the phone, as well as via email, that both members of the party tested positive for COVID-19. Received horrible service on the phone and was dismissed quickly via email. Cannot believe this restaurant would rather contribute to the spread of COVID at the risk of its community rather than refund $40 for service that was never provided. Was excited to dine here but thoroughly disappointed by all this especially during unprecedented times.
Bayley W.
Horrible - refused to refund the $40 deposit associated with our reservation even though we explained on the phone as well as via email that both members of the party tested positive for COVID-19. Received horrible service on the phone and was dismissed quickly via email soon after. Cannot believe this restaurant would rather contribute to the spread of COVID at the risk of its community rather than refund $40 for service that was never provided. Was excited to dine here but thoroughly disappointed by all this especially during unprecedented times.
Luana C.
Tastiness: My husband and I went for the Chef's Tasting Menu and every single dish was delicious! The pulpo (octopus) in particular is the best I've had in DC and reminded me of the style of preparation typical for Valencia - tender, grilled, a little char, no sauce. The deserts were surprising (white chocolate with passion fruit mixed for the coating) with delicate petit four to wrap up. Presentation: Outstanding - this is the type of restaurant where if you go for take-out you miss out on 2/3 of the experience! Ambiance: The wine-bar itself has comfortable seating, but the interior is pretty simple. The service contributes significantly to creating another dimension: feeling welcome and appreciated as a guest. The staff is outstanding from the first person who greets you to the bartender and kitchen magicians! Cleanliness/COVID prevention: Everyone wears their mask properly, the tables are distanced as they should be, and the restaurant is spotless! Price: Fair for the area, NW DC Overall: This restaurant is a gem that I am happy I tried. Don't allow yourself to get dissuaded from trying this place due to the ratings - not sure how a place like this doesn't have 5* and thousands of glowing reviews!
TheOriginalBCB
Great place for quick bites or dinner
Maria D.
We always loved Slate Wine Bar, and now that it's re-opened, it's better than ever! We had their wine flight and tried most of the small plates, which were all delicious and perfectly executed. Betsy and Daniel provided friendly attentive service at the bar. They are both a great addition to the crew! We can't wait to go back and try the cocktails They look amazing!
Disappointed. We were excited to try Slate Wine Bar but my husband and I both left with the same thought... 'How is this place still open.' We did the 3 course tasting menu with the wine pairing. The food was below average for the price point and the wine pairing was unremarkable / not worth finishing in one case and tables around us were complaining. The service was weird and not what you would expect in this price point, among other things, for every course they served our food first then poured the wine making us awkwardly wait for the wine explanation before we could start eating... We spent $250.00 on this meal and my husband said "there's a burger place next door" as we were paying the bill ? Warning for a two top they auto charged 22% gratuity on our total bill that was almost 50% alcohol. ? The plating was pretty though.
I would give more than 5 stars if I could. The establishment is amazing and service top notch. Gabby was our server (highly recommended as server). She is so knowledgeable and charismatic. Very professional throughout the service. Following that, we had Nicole serving us our food. She was on point with food information and description as well as the wine pairing. Sophie came by as well to check on us and provide us with more wine highlights. Overall, an it was an amazing experience. I appreciate their hard work and knowledge so please always be kind to your servers. Their time and knowledge matters. Will definitely be back, amazing sport and 100% recommend to wine lovers and people 21+ years.
Love this place so much that it's become my go to! The menu, the service and the stellar wine list are top notch. Chic atmosphere without being pretentious. Chef and staff always go out of their way to make customers feel welcomed.
Top notch service and great dining environment. Cannot say that about the good though. Our pork shoulder was very salty… the pairing source was delicious though.
3.5. I guess. The food here is fine. I liked the mushroom small course but it was way too salty for a few at the table. Cauliflower course felt like something I could make at home and was also luke warm. I enjoyed the steak but med rare order did come out over. The cookie in a cast iron w some ice cream for dessert was simple and tasty. Pacing was on the slower side with some courses having much more time in between than others. I think I'm being generous rounding up. Nothing very interesting to report here. Mainly I think this is a spot to grab a glass of wine before dinner somewhere else.
... which somehow does not quite 'click' (and the parade of people being told the same story on their way to the restaurant upstairs makes for a very odd atmosphere).
Slate is no Xiquet. Same chef but different experience for us. We loved Xiquet. Slate — not so much.The octopus was tough. The wagyu was just okay. And the cheesecake wasn’t good at all. Our server was just okay, too. The whole evening felt like a flop.Maybe it was just one of those times where they just couldn’t hit the mark; but, that they generally offer a great dining experience.It was a two-star experience. The third star is there because Xiquet does carry some weight. And I’d like to give the chef the benefit of the doubt.I’ll give Slate some time and try them again.
This place is a hidden gem serving up tasty cocktails and Michelin-quality food. The atmosphere is smart and trendy and the service is excellent.
Great service, amazing food, exceptional cocktails, and an all around wonderful experience.
Unbelievable. We've been 3 times now. Each time was amazing. Presentation, food, service...top notch.
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Horrible - refused to refund the $40 deposit associated with our reservation even though we explained on the phone, as well as via email, that both members of the party tested positive for COVID-19. Received horrible service on the phone and was dismissed quickly via email. Cannot believe this restaurant would rather contribute to the spread of COVID at the risk of its community rather than refund $40 for service that was never provided. Was excited to dine here but thoroughly disappointed by all this especially during unprecedented times.
Horrible - refused to refund the $40 deposit associated with our reservation even though we explained on the phone as well as via email that both members of the party tested positive for COVID-19. Received horrible service on the phone and was dismissed quickly via email soon after. Cannot believe this restaurant would rather contribute to the spread of COVID at the risk of its community rather than refund $40 for service that was never provided. Was excited to dine here but thoroughly disappointed by all this especially during unprecedented times.
Tastiness: My husband and I went for the Chef's Tasting Menu and every single dish was delicious! The pulpo (octopus) in particular is the best I've had in DC and reminded me of the style of preparation typical for Valencia - tender, grilled, a little char, no sauce. The deserts were surprising (white chocolate with passion fruit mixed for the coating) with delicate petit four to wrap up. Presentation: Outstanding - this is the type of restaurant where if you go for take-out you miss out on 2/3 of the experience! Ambiance: The wine-bar itself has comfortable seating, but the interior is pretty simple. The service contributes significantly to creating another dimension: feeling welcome and appreciated as a guest. The staff is outstanding from the first person who greets you to the bartender and kitchen magicians! Cleanliness/COVID prevention: Everyone wears their mask properly, the tables are distanced as they should be, and the restaurant is spotless! Price: Fair for the area, NW DC Overall: This restaurant is a gem that I am happy I tried. Don't allow yourself to get dissuaded from trying this place due to the ratings - not sure how a place like this doesn't have 5* and thousands of glowing reviews!
Great place for quick bites or dinner
We always loved Slate Wine Bar, and now that it's re-opened, it's better than ever! We had their wine flight and tried most of the small plates, which were all delicious and perfectly executed. Betsy and Daniel provided friendly attentive service at the bar. They are both a great addition to the crew! We can't wait to go back and try the cocktails They look amazing!