Really underwhelming. Decor was upscale Denny's and food was just okay. Nothing wowed us. Was expecting more. Wouldn't recommend.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Vivi Wolf
Im speechless, shocked & beyond upset by what happened at The Dabney. Days before our reservation, I made it crystal clear, said it multiple times, that we do not eat pork. I repeated it again when we arrived. & then again every single time a dish was brought to the table & they mentioned pork. Every server assured us they were aware & that accommodations were being made & yet my trout arrived with pieces of bacon on it. At first, I assumed they were mushrooms since my husband had steak with mushrooms so I put a piece in my mouth, started chewing & then I realized it was NOT mushrooms. I have NEVER eaten bacon in my life. I immediately spat it out. I cannot even describe how violated and sick I feel. What is even more disturbing is that now I’m questioning everything else that was served to us. If bacon made it onto my plate after repeatedly confirming “no pork,” what else contained pork that I didn’t notice? How can I trust that anything was actually modified as promised? And it gets worse, while I stepped away to the restroom, they packed up my husbands leftovers & when I came back, I saw hushpuppies in the bag, the very same hushpuppies that the server had SPECIFICALLY told us contained pork. Why would that even be included in our takeout after we were so explicit about NO PORK!?!? This was not a minor oversight. This was repeated, clearly communicated religious dietary restriction that was completely ignored. Im extremely upset, disappointed, and frankly stunned that a restaurant of this caliber could be so careless. We handed the leftovers & hushpuppies to the server as we walked out.
Food: 1
Service: 1
Eleanor
It was spectacular! We loved every bite and our waiter could not have been any more friendly or accomodating!
Ariana
We had the five-course dinner at The Dabney, and it was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. The space itself is cozy, intimate, and inviting the kind of place where you immediately feel relaxed and taken care of. Each course was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and full of flavor, with a clear sense of seasonality and intention behind every dish. Nothing felt rushed, yet the pacing was perfect. The service was outstanding warm, attentive, and knowledgeable without being intrusive. Our server guided us through the courses with genuine enthusiasm, which made the experience feel even more special. Overall, it was a memorable dining experience that felt both elevated and comfortable at the same time. Perfect for a special night out or an intimate dinner. We'll definitely be back.
erin
Wonderful food and drinks. I hate cauliflower but loved the cauliflower soup! I dislike peanut butter in most food but loved the baked Virginia! Just shows how ingredients you think you don't like become wonderful in the hands of a great chef! Service was good, as were descriptions of cuisine, but not quite the level I expected for a Michelin. Getting fresh ground pepper was a challenge, for example.
Aditi
really enjoyed the restaurant week experience here! we were treated with the same respect as a regular diner and the food was fantastic.
Shelly
Loved sitting at the bar for Restaurant Week and with Damo, the very helpful and friendly bartender serving our every need (including mine for a no-sugar dessert). We will be back!
Abby
We went to the Dabney for a restaurant week 2026. The food and service were incredible. Fabulous cocktails, and food was cooked to perfection.
Alexis
Excellent experience at The Dabney!! I went with my fiance to celebrate my birthday and the food was delicious with a warm and cozy ambience. We loved it!
Teresa
Highest recommendation! Perfect in every way. It was a lovely dinner and the desserts were especially perfection.
Would I recommend?: Yes Restaurant Week 2026 Winter Prix Fixe ($65) Items ordered: —— Sweet potato and fried fish slider Cornbread (not pictured) Lobster bisque Skirt steak Baked Virginia —— Fantastic service, ambience, sweet potato fish slider snack is a must! Got the steak, but other tables with the fish looked excellent. Not a big dessert person, but the baked Virginia was fantastic as well. Cadence of service was just right pace with a group of three. Definitely worth a visit
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Ali
The food was good but not amazing, and portions were quite small. The cocktails were very good, though.
Onur
Delicious food, laid back but cozy ambiance. I will definitely go back for special occasions.
Jeffrey
Lovely restaurant, wonderful service, and delicious food!! The patio is beautiful, but we were able to be seated inside on a very cold night. Big thank you to The Dabney team!!
Neal
Great meal for Winter Restaurant Week! Delicious oyster snack, cauliflower veloute, steak and chess pie. the clarified cocktails were fun as well, and equally delicious. Great place to celebrate a birthday!
Really underwhelming. Decor was upscale Denny's and food was just okay. Nothing wowed us. Was expecting more. Wouldn't recommend.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Im speechless, shocked & beyond upset by what happened at The Dabney. Days before our reservation, I made it crystal clear, said it multiple times, that we do not eat pork. I repeated it again when we arrived. & then again every single time a dish was brought to the table & they mentioned pork. Every server assured us they were aware & that accommodations were being made & yet my trout arrived with pieces of bacon on it. At first, I assumed they were mushrooms since my husband had steak with mushrooms so I put a piece in my mouth, started chewing & then I realized it was NOT mushrooms. I have NEVER eaten bacon in my life. I immediately spat it out. I cannot even describe how violated and sick I feel. What is even more disturbing is that now I’m questioning everything else that was served to us. If bacon made it onto my plate after repeatedly confirming “no pork,” what else contained pork that I didn’t notice? How can I trust that anything was actually modified as promised? And it gets worse, while I stepped away to the restroom, they packed up my husbands leftovers & when I came back, I saw hushpuppies in the bag, the very same hushpuppies that the server had SPECIFICALLY told us contained pork. Why would that even be included in our takeout after we were so explicit about NO PORK!?!? This was not a minor oversight. This was repeated, clearly communicated religious dietary restriction that was completely ignored. Im extremely upset, disappointed, and frankly stunned that a restaurant of this caliber could be so careless. We handed the leftovers & hushpuppies to the server as we walked out.
Food: 1
Service: 1
It was spectacular! We loved every bite and our waiter could not have been any more friendly or accomodating!
We had the five-course dinner at The Dabney, and it was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. The space itself is cozy, intimate, and inviting the kind of place where you immediately feel relaxed and taken care of. Each course was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and full of flavor, with a clear sense of seasonality and intention behind every dish. Nothing felt rushed, yet the pacing was perfect. The service was outstanding warm, attentive, and knowledgeable without being intrusive. Our server guided us through the courses with genuine enthusiasm, which made the experience feel even more special. Overall, it was a memorable dining experience that felt both elevated and comfortable at the same time. Perfect for a special night out or an intimate dinner. We'll definitely be back.
Wonderful food and drinks. I hate cauliflower but loved the cauliflower soup! I dislike peanut butter in most food but loved the baked Virginia! Just shows how ingredients you think you don't like become wonderful in the hands of a great chef! Service was good, as were descriptions of cuisine, but not quite the level I expected for a Michelin. Getting fresh ground pepper was a challenge, for example.
really enjoyed the restaurant week experience here! we were treated with the same respect as a regular diner and the food was fantastic.
Loved sitting at the bar for Restaurant Week and with Damo, the very helpful and friendly bartender serving our every need (including mine for a no-sugar dessert). We will be back!
We went to the Dabney for a restaurant week 2026. The food and service were incredible. Fabulous cocktails, and food was cooked to perfection.
Excellent experience at The Dabney!! I went with my fiance to celebrate my birthday and the food was delicious with a warm and cozy ambience. We loved it!
Highest recommendation! Perfect in every way. It was a lovely dinner and the desserts were especially perfection.
Restaurantji Recommends
Would I recommend?: Yes
Restaurant Week 2026 Winter Prix Fixe ($65)
Items ordered:
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Sweet potato and fried fish slider
Cornbread (not pictured)
Lobster bisque
Skirt steak
Baked Virginia
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Fantastic service, ambience, sweet potato fish slider snack is a must! Got the steak, but other tables with the fish looked excellent. Not a big dessert person, but the baked Virginia was fantastic as well. Cadence of service was just right pace with a group of three. Definitely worth a visit
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
The food was good but not amazing, and portions were quite small. The cocktails were very good, though.
Delicious food, laid back but cozy ambiance. I will definitely go back for special occasions.
Lovely restaurant, wonderful service, and delicious food!! The patio is beautiful, but we were able to be seated inside on a very cold night. Big thank you to The Dabney team!!
Great meal for Winter Restaurant Week! Delicious oyster snack, cauliflower veloute, steak and chess pie. the clarified cocktails were fun as well, and equally delicious. Great place to celebrate a birthday!
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