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Rooftop Kitchen at City Ridge

3.5
3.5
14 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
  • Great for brunch
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Innovative
Rooftop Kitchen at City Ridge, nestled above Northwest DC's bustling streets, is a welcoming oasis of culinary delight. Our menu, highlighted by handcrafted pizzas and exquisite burgers, complements the charming vistas of the city skyline. Great fare demands exceptional cocktails, and our beverage program complements each bite with artfully mixed drinks that excite and refresh, paired with a laid-back ambiance, crafting an intimate dining enclave for both locals and guests to enjoy.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Pizza Bar, Burgers
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 770-3772
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Roderick Flores
  • Neighbourhood
    Tenleytown
  • Cross Street
    Ridge Square and Wisconsin Ave NW. We offer 50% validation at garage.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 14 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.5
3.5 based on all time ratings
  • 3.5Food
  • 3.4Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rooftop Kitchen at City Ridge offers a "lovely rooftop setting" and "unbeatable" views, especially at sunset. The ambiance is praised, complemented by live music and an "amazing" Cesar salad. Service can be inconsistent, but new management ensures the "best customer service experience." Perfect for drinks, appetizers, and enjoying the view.

14 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We had a reservation at 11 am. We showed up and no one was there!!! The cooks and wait staff didn’t bother to show up! It was horrible! They said they were running late. By 11:15 we just left

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  2. Joyce

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The rooftop setting is lovely especially at sunset. We went on a Friday. There was a band playing street level that you could hear from the rooftop - wasn’t our genre. Later, there was jazz on the roof which we enjoyed but it could interfere with conversation. Food was uneven. The crab appetizer was yummy as were pizza and burger. Salad and pasta just OK. Margarita was good. Service was uneven. Our server was very rushed and forgot items (had to ask twice for a beer ordered after meal was served and finally got it at the bar) and left us unattended. Think he was covering too many tables and just needed to slow down a bit. Did not inform us that 20% is automatically added to bill but we noticed it. Despite that, it’s a great spot for a drink and apps, pizza to share. As our friend said, it doesn’t feel like DC, more like Miami.

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  3. dianeg

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service. Chef came out and what a beautiful space. Good food also

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  4. Jessie

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The spicy pasta was great, and the salmon cooked perfect. The pool was busy and looked fun, they also had live music!

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  5. NeverAgain

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been waiting to visit this rooftop all summer. It is a little oasis in the sky. We were able to take advantage of the Happy Hour menu and loved the sweet potato fries and tuna tartare. The drinks were also very refreshing. Most of all Octavia (the General Manager) ensures the Best Customer Service Experience. She also informed us that there will be Live Music every Thursday-Saturday nights. We will surely return.

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  6. allyW

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The view & the staff are unbeatable! The new management (Octavia and Kim) have excellent service and are willing to accommodate (if they can!). Chef Rodrick makes an amazing Cesar salad and pepperoni pizza. I’ve never been disappointed with any food or drink I’ve ever gotten. It’s pricey but it’s worth it for the ambiance! Since mid-May there has been a lot more staff so timing has gotten better (if you saw previous reviews). There are definitely kinks to work out (re pool membership) but that is the responsibility of the pool not the Mina Group.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I was excited to check out City Ridge since I live in the area, and made a reservation for an early Friday night dinner. The view is gorgeous, but I was mostly disappointed by the rest of my experience. It took close to 30 minutes for my cocktail arrive (after being told they were out of Prosecco, I was given a pretty bland non-alc option which I sent back). I ordered a soda then the waiter returned with the original Prosecco cocktail they didn’t have. I ordered the salmon BLT, which would’ve been great if the salmon had a bit more flavor. The fries were good! The place wasn’t full so I’m unsure if they were just understaffed, but def don’t be in a rush if you visit.

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  8. OzgurK

    Washington DC

    82 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We went here on recommendations and ordered drinks nothing after 4o minutes they apologized but nothing. After 45 minutes we walked out and told the bartender we are leaving. The place was not busy. I have never walked out of a restaurant before. I don’t know how they will stay in business. The servers were nice but there is no service.

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  9. CbobM

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was expensive for average quality. We had pizza. The margarita type was very salty, the mushroom was better. Service was very good, and our server was wonderful.

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  10. SusanK

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The setting is perfect in a nice day. We had many issues with the service. The manager was great and addressed our concerns; she even reduced our bill. It is a great spot for appetizers and drinks - I hope the service is better when I give it a second try.

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Rooftop Kitchen at City Ridge is rated 3.5 stars by 14 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Rooftop Kitchen at City Ridge

14 Ridge Square NW Penthouse Level, Washington, DC 20016

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ridge Square and Wisconsin Ave NW. We offer 50% validation at garage.
  • Neighbourhood
    Tenleytown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Pizza Bar, Burgers
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Executive Chef
    Roderick Flores
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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