As a Chef myself I appreciate dining and what is involved to execute elevated fare. I came to DC to visit my daughter on an internship @ the capitol building. I came across the Dabney bybpure happenstance when searching for a nice restaurant to take her to. In doing so we had an "ah ha I get it" moment. I ordered us the 8 course and added the classis wine flight and a reserve flight as well. My goal was to show her the beauty of food and wine pairings... Success! We talked over each course explaining what to look for.... sensation on the palate, complements, contrasts, bridging elements.... and as her understanding grew with each course the smiles grew! The receptionist 5/5, Eric 5/5, and Joe(? I'm embarrassed as his name may be escaping me) the sommelier (level 2 som) 5/5(x 2). You all smashed it. Thank you...!
David
Exceptional dinner. This is the best dinner I've had in DC (and ranking you against Minibar, Rania, Imperfecto, Apero, etc.) Absolutely exceptional all around. Well done and thank you for such a memorable evening.
Mike
The open air kitchen was wonderful to watch, and the choreography between members of the staff was very impressive. The food was phenomenal, and I'm very glad we got the wine pairing because it worked out very well. Overall, an outstanding experience and can't wait to go back again for the next special occasion!
Haley
It was our first time eating at The Dabney, and we really enjoyed our meal! We celebrated a birthday, and the staff was very kind and gave us a birthday card as well as complimentary drink. We left feeling satisfied with our meals and definitely not overly full. Expensive for sure, but a very nice spot!
Eric
Service was very professional and attentive. Most of the dishes were interesting and tasty. It was an 8-course tasting menu, so we did not expect big portion for each course. Most of the dishes were "bite" size, including the main course - the Wagyu ribeye beef was about 1 oz with a bite size braised beef tongue with squash and a small piece of grilled eggplant. There was nothing expensive or exotic on the menu other than the small piece of Wagyu beef. Normally, we will be full/stuffed after eating an 8-course menu...we were not! For $235 per person, it is not worth it. There are better choices elsewhere!
Jennifer
Incredible dining experience. Our party of four had the three course dinner and it was excellent from start to finish. Creative and very delicious food. Located in a really cool area, the decor is lovely - elegant, warm and understated. Service was expert level.. Highly recommended!
Amelia
Disappointing service and food. Food came out cold, under seasoned and most of the proteins were undercooked. FOH staff dismissive of concerns. Perhaps it was an off night but at this price point not worth risking disappointment by trying again. Shining light was wine program - excellent.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Amelia
Disappointing service and food. Food came out cold, under seasoned and most of the proteins were undercooked. FOH staff dismissive of concerns. Perhaps it was an off night but at this price point not worth risking disappointment by trying again. Shining light was wine program - excellent.
Johnny
The food was good the staff is friendly but I wouldn't recommend this restaurant. I would say it was the worst experience I had at a Michelin Star Restaurant. Maybe it was an off day but almost everyone in the restaurant was not happy. There was one table that just wanted to take there food and leave. For a eight course meal it took over 3 hours to complete, and the portions were about under 3 bites each. We left a little hungry.
Daniel
Service was amazing! The food was GOOD. But in the end this place was way over-priced, making it a cool experience but an overall poor value. Again, service was amazing, but I expect more from a food perspective to merit a $700 meal for two (including drinks). That price tag included a hefty service charge for the staff, which was largely merited given the stellar service, but it also contributed to leaving one feeling conflicted on the overall value given the food you get for the money. Also, one of us had a dietary restriction, but items were removed from our 8 (teeny tiny) courses vs. items being swapped in. Again, no issue spending the coin if the value is there. We enjoyed spending our anniversary there though! Again, the staff and level of service was incredible!
If I could give The Dabney more than 5 stars, I would! The pork loin was the highlight—perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor, while the corn grits were creamy and rich, making for an unforgettable pairing. The beef tongue stew on top of the zucchini was another great item.
The cozy atmosphere and commitment to local ingredients only enhance the experience, and the attentive service ties it all together. A must-visit in DC!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Mark Quin
We went to the Danny for dinner. It was very good. The wine pairing was very good especially for the dessert. There was one that was a bit disappointing (the beans) it reminded me of eating chili which is not really something I would expect at such a nice restaurant. Other than that, everything else was fantastic.
My favorite was the appetizers and the dessert.
The sommelier really made the evening. He told us stories about the wines and the wineries they came from.
Would I go there again ? Absolutely !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Andrea
Personally we were a bit disappointed because we thought it would be more intimate. Being our anniversary we thought we would at least get a little something extra but that wasn't the case. Especially for the price point, I feel the portions were soo small too.
Albert
Food at Dabney is great. Had three courses in bar and felt rushed. No time to enjoy cocktails before it was right into first course. Also high top was nice but is oddly placed. Was just a bit disappointed.
Nicholas Spencer
Amazing, fresh, tasty food! Melon sorbet was out of this world. Best dessert I've ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bourbon Brown Butter Ice Cream, Sorbet
As a Chef myself I appreciate dining and what is involved to execute elevated fare. I came to DC to visit my daughter on an internship @ the capitol building. I came across the Dabney bybpure happenstance when searching for a nice restaurant to take her to. In doing so we had an "ah ha I get it" moment. I ordered us the 8 course and added the classis wine flight and a reserve flight as well. My goal was to show her the beauty of food and wine pairings... Success! We talked over each course explaining what to look for.... sensation on the palate, complements, contrasts, bridging elements.... and as her understanding grew with each course the smiles grew! The receptionist 5/5, Eric 5/5, and Joe(? I'm embarrassed as his name may be escaping me) the sommelier (level 2 som) 5/5(x 2). You all smashed it. Thank you...!
Exceptional dinner. This is the best dinner I've had in DC (and ranking you against Minibar, Rania, Imperfecto, Apero, etc.) Absolutely exceptional all around. Well done and thank you for such a memorable evening.
The open air kitchen was wonderful to watch, and the choreography between members of the staff was very impressive. The food was phenomenal, and I'm very glad we got the wine pairing because it worked out very well. Overall, an outstanding experience and can't wait to go back again for the next special occasion!
It was our first time eating at The Dabney, and we really enjoyed our meal! We celebrated a birthday, and the staff was very kind and gave us a birthday card as well as complimentary drink. We left feeling satisfied with our meals and definitely not overly full. Expensive for sure, but a very nice spot!
Service was very professional and attentive. Most of the dishes were interesting and tasty. It was an 8-course tasting menu, so we did not expect big portion for each course. Most of the dishes were "bite" size, including the main course - the Wagyu ribeye beef was about 1 oz with a bite size braised beef tongue with squash and a small piece of grilled eggplant. There was nothing expensive or exotic on the menu other than the small piece of Wagyu beef. Normally, we will be full/stuffed after eating an 8-course menu...we were not! For $235 per person, it is not worth it. There are better choices elsewhere!
Incredible dining experience. Our party of four had the three course dinner and it was excellent from start to finish. Creative and very delicious food. Located in a really cool area, the decor is lovely - elegant, warm and understated. Service was expert level.. Highly recommended!
Disappointing service and food. Food came out cold, under seasoned and most of the proteins were undercooked. FOH staff dismissive of concerns. Perhaps it was an off night but at this price point not worth risking disappointment by trying again. Shining light was wine program - excellent.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Disappointing service and food. Food came out cold, under seasoned and most of the proteins were undercooked. FOH staff dismissive of concerns. Perhaps it was an off night but at this price point not worth risking disappointment by trying again. Shining light was wine program - excellent.
The food was good the staff is friendly but I wouldn't recommend this restaurant. I would say it was the worst experience I had at a Michelin Star Restaurant. Maybe it was an off day but almost everyone in the restaurant was not happy. There was one table that just wanted to take there food and leave. For a eight course meal it took over 3 hours to complete, and the portions were about under 3 bites each. We left a little hungry.
Service was amazing! The food was GOOD. But in the end this place was way over-priced, making it a cool experience but an overall poor value. Again, service was amazing, but I expect more from a food perspective to merit a $700 meal for two (including drinks). That price tag included a hefty service charge for the staff, which was largely merited given the stellar service, but it also contributed to leaving one feeling conflicted on the overall value given the food you get for the money. Also, one of us had a dietary restriction, but items were removed from our 8 (teeny tiny) courses vs. items being swapped in. Again, no issue spending the coin if the value is there. We enjoyed spending our anniversary there though! Again, the staff and level of service was incredible!
Restaurantji Recommends
If I could give The Dabney more than 5 stars, I would! The pork loin was the highlight—perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor, while the corn grits were creamy and rich, making for an unforgettable pairing. The beef tongue stew on top of the zucchini was another great item.
The cozy atmosphere and commitment to local ingredients only enhance the experience, and the attentive service ties it all together. A must-visit in DC!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
We went to the Danny for dinner. It was very good. The wine pairing was very good especially for the dessert. There was one that was a bit disappointing (the beans) it reminded me of eating chili which is not really something I would expect at such a nice restaurant. Other than that, everything else was fantastic.
My favorite was the appetizers and the dessert.
The sommelier really made the evening. He told us stories about the wines and the wineries they came from.
Would I go there again ? Absolutely !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Personally we were a bit disappointed because we thought it would be more intimate. Being our anniversary we thought we would at least get a little something extra but that wasn't the case. Especially for the price point, I feel the portions were soo small too.
Food at Dabney is great. Had three courses in bar and felt rushed. No time to enjoy cocktails before it was right into first course. Also high top was nice but is oddly placed. Was just a bit disappointed.
Amazing, fresh, tasty food! Melon sorbet was out of this world. Best dessert I've ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bourbon Brown Butter Ice Cream, Sorbet
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