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Zaytinya - DC

Name: Zaytinya - DC
Address: 701 9th St NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20001
Telephone: (202) 638-0800
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

19372 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 266 times today

Experiences are available.

Lively
Good for special occasions
Hot spot

Under the direction of celebrated chef José Andrés and concept chef Michael Costa, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Jose’s deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in Washington, DC.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Turkish
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 638-0800
Website
https://www.zaytinya.com/location/washington-dc/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
John Heineke
Private party facilities
Zaytinya offers special menus and private party spaces of any size and style to suit the needs of you and your guests. From our soaring mezzanine space, to the intimate bar and “blue room,” to the spacious but secluded terrace, we have the ideal space for you.
Private party contact
Amy Gagne: (202) 638-0800

Location
701 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighbourhood
Penn Quarter
Cross Street
9th and G Street NW
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

New Year's Eve Celebration
US$95.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
We’re thrilled to invite you to a two-hour tasting menu experience that promises to elevate your celebration. Begin your evening with an exquisite caviar starter, followed by four savory courses that showcase the finest ingredients and creativity, and conclude with a sweet indulgence to mark the occasion. To enhance the experience, we offer optional wine pairings, a curated cocktail journey, and sparkling bubbles from around the world. Join us as we toast to the New Year in style—your unforgettable culinary adventure awaits.

What 19,372 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Mediterranean
Washington, D.C. Area
Most Booked
District of Columbia
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Zaytinya in DC is a vibrant Mediterranean gem, offering "wonderfully scrumptious food" and a "fantastic" atmosphere. Guests rave about its diverse small plate menu, perfect for sharing. Service is generally attentive, though occasionally inconsistent. The lively ambience complements the expertly crafted dishes, making Zaytinya a "must go" spot for both locals and visitors.

19,372 Reviews

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jenningswalbridge
Stuttgart
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
the food was fantastic, but the architecture is nor suitable for winter, we froze near the doorway as huge gusts of cold air made it difficult to enjoy the dining experience. the entrance to the very busy restaurant needs to be redone!
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Cal
VIP
West Palm Beach
434 reviews
4.0
434 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Be ready for a crowded arrival scene. Some mezze were great, some ok. Wait person very helpful with food allergies. Some meats surprisingly dry; others great. Good but no longer great to me.
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Adam
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a tremendous meal, and a can't-miss restaurant when visiting Washington D.C. It was my wife and I, and we shared six plates: hummus, falafel, rice pilaf/barley, fried eggplant, brussels sprouts and (essentially) french fries. We were uncomfortably full when leaving, and this ran us a whopping $72 dollars before tip. Obviously if we had gotten drinks or wine, the price would have gone up considerably, but I can't imagine this kind of quality food in a metro area for $36/person in 2024. Plus endless homemade pita that was a cross between pita and naan was provided -- crazy delicious. The french fries had a house-made mushroom salt with a yogurt dipping sauce. The serving size on those were substantial, but basically they were just outstanding french fries. In terms of going for authentic Mediterranean food, we could have swapped this out for something else, but that was probably more our fault than theirs just having something a little more neutral on the menu for less-adventurous eaters. The other five items were all significantly above average, with my favorite being the sprouts and my wife favoring the barley/pilaf. Also, the speed with which we got through our meal was noteworthy -- one hour as they rotated through plates one at a time. It was a well-oiled machine.
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Linda
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a mix up on the type of table we requested. The reservation was made by the hotel and we were to be seated outside. The staff immediately jumped to find an inside table and we were seated nearly immediately. They were kind and courteous. The food was amazing as was our waiter. We will recommend to our friends and family
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Eileen
Seattle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and thoughtful service. I can see why you need to make reservations well in advance!
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Greg
VIP
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
One of our favorite places. Food is excellent but leverage your server if u have never been in order to get portions correct.
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susan
Washington DC
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great sharing food in a fun lively setting. Very crowded so reserve early.
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Sheridan
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food, with lots of vegetarian choices. Lively atmosphere, even early in the evening. Great, attentive staff.
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Vincent
VIP
Washington DC
72 reviews
5.0
72 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Everything was fantastic and next time we will try the tasting menu.
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Rebecca
VIP
Denver
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Zaytinya is consistently one of our favorite dining experiences in DC. The food and service are outstanding! Standouts: htipiti, crispy eggplant, smoked mushrooms, bronzino and the scallops… with a lovely wine from Crete!
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FAQs

Zaytinya - DC does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Zaytinya - DC also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 638-0800.

Zaytinya - DC is rated 4.7 stars by 19372 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 266 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

701 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
9th and G Street NW
Neighbourhood
Penn Quarter
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Turkish
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
John Heineke
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.zaytinya.com/location/washington-dc/
Phone number
(202) 638-0800
Private party facilities
Zaytinya offers special menus and private party spaces of any size and style to suit the needs of you and your guests. From our soaring mezzanine space, to the intimate bar and “blue room,” to the spacious but secluded terrace, we have the ideal space for you.
Private party contact
Amy Gagne: (202) 638-0800

Zaytinya - DC

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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Experiences

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What 19,372 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Zaytinya - DC offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Zaytinya - DC restaurant rated?

Is Zaytinya - DC currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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