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Causa, Washington, DC
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Causa

$50 and over
Peruvian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
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Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Causa is our Michelin-Starred tasting room where the world of Peruvian culinary tradition comes to life, thanks to the artistry of Chef Carlos Delgado. Here, you'll embark on a journey through the gastronomic heritage of the Peruvian geographical regions.

Reservations can be booked two months in advance. This prix-fixe menu is $179 (tax & gratuity not included). Enhance your experience further with a Remarkable Wine Pairing to compliment your 6-courses or venture into North America's rarest pisco selection and fully immerse yourself in the bounty of Peru's national spirit.

If you have any questions or clarifications on allergens or restrictions, reach out to info@causadc.com prior to booking.

Gift Card? Please use a credit card to book hold your reservation and we will refund you upon completion of your meal. Causa accepts inKind House Account credit and is unable to accept general inKind credits. Please reach out to inKind support for further clarification.

Why they're an Icon

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2023

From the OpenTable editors: This MICHELIN-starred stunner from chef Carlos Delgado is an ode to his native Peru. In the colorful, 26-seat spot with an iced fish counter display and open kithen, Delgo prepares dishes that star rare catches from Japan and beyond, plus South American-forward plates that could include bomba rice with uni and caviar. Toast with a glass of pisco from the restaurant's 100-plus bottle collection.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (202) 629-3942
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
  • Neighbourhood
    Shaw
  • Cross Street
    We are inside Blagden Alley (between M / N St NW and 9th / 10th St NW).
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are in the Shaw neighborhood two blocks away from the Mt Vernon Square 7th St-Convention Center Metro Station on the Yellow/Green line.
  • Additional
    Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • Valentine's Day at Causa - Table Experience

    US$260.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Celebrate Valentine's Day with Washington's #1 Restaurant. We will have exclusive and unique offerings for the special menu. Our current menu contains beef, shellfish, fin fish, allium, cilantro, gluten, dairy, soy, and egg; none of which can be modified. We are unable to accommodate vegetarian or vegan diets but we are able to accommodate pescatarian diets with advanced notice. If you have any questions or need clarifications on allergens or restrictions, reach out to info@causadc.com prior to booking. Please plan accordingly to be on time for your reservation and note that we do not seat incomplete parties as the experience begins as soon as you enter the dining room. There is a 15 minute grace period before your tickets are forfeited.
    Valentine's Day at Causa - Table Experience photo
  • Valentine's Day at Causa. - Counter Experience

    US$260.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Celebrate Valentine's Day with Washington's #1 Restaurant. We will have exclusive and unique offerings for the special menu. Our current menu contains beef, shellfish, fin fish, allium, cilantro, gluten, dairy, soy, and egg; none of which can be modified. We are unable to accommodate vegetarian or vegan diets but we are able to accommodate pescatarian diets with advanced notice. If you have any questions or need clarifications on allergens or restrictions, reach out to info@causadc.com prior to booking. Please plan accordingly to be on time for your reservation and note that we do not seat incomplete parties as the experience begins as soon as you enter the dining room. There is a 15 minute grace period before your tickets are forfeited.
    Valentine's Day at Causa. - Counter Experience photo
  • Causa Tasting Experience Counter Service

    US$179.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Our current menu contains beef, shellfish, fin fish, allium, cilantro, gluten, dairy, soy, and egg; none of which can be modified. We are unable to accommodate vegetarian or vegan diets but we are able to accommodate pescatarian diets with advanced notice. If you have any questions or need clarifications on allergens or restrictions, reach out to info@causadc.com prior to booking. Please plan accordingly to be on time for your reservation and note that we do not seat incomplete parties as the experience begins as soon as you enter the dining room. There is a 15 minute grace period before your tickets are forfeited.

What 77 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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    Best Overall

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    Best Service

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Innovative

  • District of Columbia

    Best Overall

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    Best Food

  • District of Columbia

    Best Service

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    Best Ambience

  • District of Columbia

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Causa offers an extraordinary dining experience with "incredible tasting menus" and "world-class service." The attentive staff and knowledgeable servers enhance every visit, while the "amazing wine pairings" complement the innovative and delicious dishes. The ambiance is casual yet sophisticated, making it perfect for special occasions. Causa is a must-visit for culinary enthusiasts.
77 Reviews
  1. Juan

    VIP

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    To start, the service was exceptional! From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, to the time we left, everything moved smoothly, and the staff was very knowledgeable and professional. Now to the food. The courses were delicious and I thoroughly enjoyed every plate. We did order an extra menu item (whole fish 1.5oz) and we were so glad we did! We customized it half cooked and half cudo with the specific recommendation provided by our server. Best decision!! We were definitely full by the end of our meal. I did get the wine pairing, and each glass paired perfectly with each course. Thank you, Causa, for an amazing experience!

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  2. Alan

    New York City

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, fantastic service with really passionate staff. We had a wonderful experience at Causa. There are tons of add ons you can order with cold and hot preparations. These plates are pretty big. I would recommend getting add ons if you are very hungry or have a larger party (4+) or maybe just one to try. It was a lot of food for us. Great drinks as well and amazing mixologist at the bar. Very cool ambiance - casual, good music playing and not stuffy at all. We will absolutely be back!

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  3. Amanda

    VIP

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect experience with such wonderful team-oriented service.

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  4. Ash

    VIP

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can you make a Michelin stared restaurant your standing dinner spot away from home? The team at Causa might make it possible. Dining there alone tonight made me feel so welcomed.

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  5. Charlotte

    VIP

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible tasting menu with amazing wines to pair. Every detail is perfectly thought out. We loved it!

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  6. Rajiv

    VIP

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tasting menu was a great experience. Great quality food and filling. The chefs, bartenders and servers were excellent.

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  7. Eric

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The team at Causa absolutely delivered. My wife and I celebrated our anniversary and were met with the warmest welcome. This was an especially special because my wife is Peruvian and was able to relive childhood memories through Chef’s unique tasting menu. My biggest recommendation for anyone looking to enjoy the tasting menu here is to do a little research into Peruvian cuisine. We will definitely be back!

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  8. sindy

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was phenomenal! The service was attentive, the food was incredible!

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  9. Ben

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely phenomenal experience. Every interaction was better than the one before. Felt like it was a joy to the staff that I was there. In addition, each dish and wine pairing was unbelievable. I wish this could be in m weekly budget ! I would always be there if I could.

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  10. Maya

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a next level dining experience. Each meal was a work of art bursting with flavor. By far one of the best meals I’ve ever had, and the staff are wonderful.

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FAQs

Causa is rated 4.9 stars by 77 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.
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Causa

920 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
  • Cross Street
    We are inside Blagden Alley (between M / N St NW and 9th / 10th St NW).
  • Neighbourhood
    Shaw
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are in the Shaw neighborhood two blocks away from the Mt Vernon Square 7th St-Convention Center Metro Station on the Yellow/Green line.
  • Additional
    Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access
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