The Setting

2512 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington
(202) 558-6330

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leoul tariku

Wrong number and address

Anthony Asmar

I had come here before my birthday, and it was a great experience. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. The food and drinks were great.

Michael Hinds

Showed up and they are closed for renovations. Checked their website prior to arriving and no mention.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Neil Sheth

Amazing service from Michael and Devin! Very chill atmosphere and good music. If we lived here, this would be THE spot

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Matteo Trentini

Had an absolutely amazing experience. The tasting menu with cocktail pairing was incredible. The entire team was incredibly friendly and made you feel like family. We will definitely return.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ty McL

Great experience, great drinks, lovely atmosphere

Todd Schneider

Amazing cocktails. The Setting is the perfect setting. An intimate bar with delicious libations and bites. Nick and Meredith know their stuff and make a mean cocktail.

Jeff S

Great place for drinks. Nice boutique location

Francisco Vieira

What an immense and beautiful experience. The chef has curated a journey of flavors and textures unmatched by anything I've ever experienced. Artistry, pure and simple.

Over the years I’ve come here four times and I can tell you, with great confidence, this is the best restaurant in DC… possibly the best anywhere.

Rylin McGee

This place is great. High quality and the service is incredible. The bartender is super friendly!

Gabriela RW

WOW. What a hidden gem!This spot had been on our list for awhile. In our defense, the website isn’t representative of the creative and funky vibes as soon as you enter, plus the stellar dishes and drinks, so we had put it off. And yes, I regret this!It’s located under a jewelry store, so the name makes sense.You descend down a flight of stairs and are welcomed by a dance floor and Alice in Wonderland vibes all over. Clocks on clocks on clocks, making you feel like you fell down the rabbit hole. The dance floor is just a vibe, not for dancing:)Devin is a mocktail and cocktail wizard, and he created the perfect drinks for us. They offer tea as well, which I loved. Even the honey isn’t basic, it’s been infused by some typa otherworldly sorcery.The Hokkaido Scallop (Egg custard, Coconut foam, Shiro dashi, Trout Roe) was such s surprise, complete with coconut foam.The tiny Rösti (Yukons from Moon Valley Farms, Hen of the Woods, preserved White Truffle) was my fave. Each bite ended with a delicate taste of mushroom flavor. We ordered s second, and I feel no shame about this.I only wish this place offered a dessert menu, because I know it would be epic.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jamie Jones

Just wow. Best kept secret in DC. Was blown away! Every course came with a story and a whole lot of flavor. I have never dined like this. Fantastic. Cocktails were unlike anything I've ever had. The food, its the flavor. You won't get this type of flavor at any steakhouse, etc. Every bite is well thought out! From steak to cake, its all really, really good. Do yourself a favor and give it a go! You won't regret it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Marshall W

Fun little bar in DC. We were the only people there because I had expected it to be super busy at 530 on a Friday but it was still a nice experience.The staff is friendly and the cocktails are pretty good for their price point.I'd like to go back when it's a little more crowded to get the full atmosphere and vibe!Recommend for a pre-dinner spot for drinks as a date idea. Worked great for me.Didn't have any food but it looked good ?

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

A “Joe” Badin

First time there, we did the tasting menu, great culinary experience and the cocktails were just right. Service was excellent. The space is small intimate, and eclectic (think the rabbit hall of Alice in wonderland) ; thus, it was difficult to bring a stroller there given the tight place

pd chic

Good food, good company. I got the chef’s menu and liked everything. All the flavors paired well together. There were only five courses, which I felt was the right amount (for me anyway). I left feeling full, satisfied, but not too full to where my stomach is bloating and uncomfortable. Excellent cocktails!

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