Stinson Parks III

2 weeks ago

"Hit up Zaytinya for an earlier dinner on a Monday and the place was great. Started with the lamb hummus and another dip then on to the scallops and octopus and barely had room for the lamb burger but was still able to devour it because it was just that good. The service and ambiance were perfect as well. Would definitely go back to try other things."

Roze

a month ago

"Had such a beautiful and romantic dinner at Zaytinya in the city. The restaurant is absolutely stunning — cozy, aesthetic, and designed with a modern Middle Eastern touch that instantly sets the vibe. It’s warm, intimate, and perfect for a date or a special night out. We went with their Chef’s Experience, which is $80 per person (or $125 with wine pairing) and honestly, it’s so worth it. You get multiple courses — appetizers, salads, sides, entrées, and two desserts. Even though the portions are smaller, the variety and amount of food you get make it more than enough for two people. Plus, you get to try so many dishes you probably wouldn’t think to order individually. Everything was flavorful and beautifully presented. The spreads, salads, shrimp, falafel, and hot appetizers were amazing. I also tried a cocktail with za’atar, which was strong, unique, and really delicious. The service was friendly and very attentive, and the whole atmosphere felt elevated but still comfortable. It’s one of those restaurants you walk into and immediately feel relaxed. I would definitely come back to explore more of their menu. Highly recommend for anyone who loves Middle Eastern/Mediterranean flavors or wants a romantic, memorable dinner in the city."

TD C

a month ago

"As a regular patron of Zaytinya in DC, I knew what to expect for quality, service, and atmosphere. This was NOT what Zaytinya delivers. Our reservation was seated for 15 minutes before ANYONE even approached our table. Service was slow, inconsistent, and failed to meet even basic expectations. The food was delicious, as is expected. Our hummus and baba ganoush were decadent. The lamb was tender, the beef impeccably seasoned, and the chicken charred perfectly. At the culmination of the meal, the manager apologized for not meeting service expectations and had 2 desserts delivered to our table. There were issues with their payment system which resulted in our table being charged for the desserts., which we did not even choose. All in all there were multiple failures across their service lines. I cannot recommend this restaurant despite their good food. This is NOT the quality of this restaurant that I have come to know and experience previously."

Sebastian Ortega

a month ago

"Some of the best food I’ve ever had in my life. Went there with some friends and ordered the tasting menu, with an extra order of their lamb chops. We ate so much fresh bread (it kept coming out) with their delicious hummus, that we had to stop ourselves. Notably, this place had the best hummus, brussels sprouts, salad (smoked beet salata), and Greek yogurt I’ve ever had. I never thought I would say that about a salad, but the candied walnuts worked so well with their beets and cheese. By the end of the meal we were stuffed and extremely happy with the food we received. Definitely a great way to celebrate a milestone!"

michael t

2 months ago

"Went there for my birthday. Such a pleasant experience We opted to order A La Carte as you have the option to have the Chef's Experience. We loved the bread that was given warm, puffy and fragrant. Lamb hummus and alumni cheese for aptz were tasty. We shared the steak that was plenty for two, the veggies that accompanied it could have been a bit tastier. For desserts we had the kataifi that wasn't too sweet but balanced. We will definitely go back as drinks too were really good. The restaurant as also a great looking bar."