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BlackSalt, Washington, DC
BlackSalt, Washington, DC
BlackSalt, Washington, DC
BlackSalt, Washington, DC
BlackSalt, Washington, DC
Award-winning

BlackSalt

4.8
4.8
6731 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.

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Booked 48 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
BlackSalt is the much anticipated concept restaurant from Chef Jeff Black, featuring an upscale fish market fronting a vibrant bar and elegant restaurant.
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Global, International, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 342-9101
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Quanta Robinson
  • Private party facilities
    BlackSalt offers semi-private areas of the restaurant that will accommodate up to 30 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Aaliyah Sanders : (202) 342-9101
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighbourhood
    Palisades Northwest
  • Cross Street
    V Street NW
  • Parking details
    metered weekdays, nonmetered weekends
  • Public transit
    Foggy Bottom Metro/Dupont CircleD6 Bus Stop
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 6,731 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Seafood

  • District of Columbia

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
BlackSalt is renowned for its "best and freshest seafood" in DC, offering a diverse, ever-evolving menu. Guests rave about "exceptional service" and a "great atmosphere," making it ideal for celebrations. The restaurant is praised for its "superb food," "attentive staff," and the "cozy, charming" setting, though it comes with a high price tag.
6,731 Reviews
  1. Torri

    VIP

    Orange County

    45 reviews

    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service and food was good. We had a nice birthday dinner. Received a chocolate Grenache which was a nice touch from the restaurant.

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  2. richard

    VIP

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    While service was beyond excellent they put is in the back room which was the kiss of death. They put a private party of 12 next to us who were loud and obnoxious!! It was horrible and no one from management apologized or confronted the noise!!! However the waiter did his best!!!

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  3. Ashvin

    VIP

    London

    36 reviews

    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent cooking and value. Fresh ingredients. Well-trained, courteous and prompt service staff. I can always count on having a satisfying meal here.

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  4. Beth

    Charlotte

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The seafood was, without a doubt, the freshest we've ever had. We kicked off our meal with the seafood tower, a spectacular display that was as stunning as it was delicious. The crab cakes were bursting with flavor, the clams and raw oysters were hands down the best we've ever encountered. Not only were the staff incredibly attentive, but they also took the time to explain the menu in great detail, helping us navigate the options and make informed choices. Their passion for the food was evident, and it enhanced our overall experience significantly. In conclusion, if you're a seafood lover, this restaurant is a must-visit. From the exceptional quality of the seafood to the outstanding service, every element came together to create an amazing dining experience that we will not soon forget. We can't wait to return!

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  5. Felicia

    VIP

    Washington DC

    182 reviews

    5.0

    182 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service excellent as always. The best! Thank- you.

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  6. carolyn

    VIP

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very special neighborhood restaurant. Amazing food.

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  7. rjc7

    VIP

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure to dine at black salt. The food was delicious and service impeccable. Thank you!

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  8. Suzie

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The best and freshest seafood in the DC area. Service was a bit iffy. Waiter seemed impatient. Wanted to move us along. Not very friendly. Unusual for Black Salt though.

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  9. Elaine

    VIP

    Washington DC

    49 reviews

    2.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Took at least 20 minutes for server to come to the table to offer drinks. He couldn’t answer any questions about the fresh fish. Also no more chocolate peanut butter cake. We’d enjoyed that for many many years. This was a really disappointing experience.

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  10. Marco

    VIP

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best place to have lunch. Great service great quality!

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FAQs

BlackSalt offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 342-9101.

BlackSalt is rated 4.8 stars by 6731 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.

Select a time

Booked 48 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for BlackSalt

4883 MacArthur Blvd., Washington, DC 20007

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    V Street NW
  • Neighbourhood
    Palisades Northwest
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Global, International, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    metered weekdays, nonmetered weekends
  • Public transit
    Foggy Bottom Metro/Dupont CircleD6 Bus Stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Quanta Robinson
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 342-9101
  • Private party facilities
    BlackSalt offers semi-private areas of the restaurant that will accommodate up to 30 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Aaliyah Sanders : (202) 342-9101
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