Lebanese Taverna - Washington DCDelicious Lebanese fareWe enjoyed both food and atmosphere at Lebanese Taverna. The chef's platter provided 9 tastes of common delights (e.g., grape leaves, falafel, hummus, etc.) and was delicious with the beautiful pita on the table. Many gluten-free options for those who care about such things (not I). For dessert, I enjoyed the bread pudding. I would return to eat here again for sure.5/24/2013 12:00:00 AMtasty foodOur group of 4 shared the taste of... platters. The flavors and presentation were absolutely outstanding. And, those "bites" were enough for dinner for all of us. Atmosphere was very pleasant; the contemporary, comfortable renovation made for very pleasant dining. This was my second visit to the Lebanese Taverna in two years. Food was excellent both times; new décor made the atmosphere much more pleasant this time.5/22/2013 12:00:00 AMGood food, great atmosphereWe really enjoyed the atmosphere and the food, both of which were pretty solid. The first time we went we conservatively ordered the tasting platter and a smaller dish (don't remember at the moment), and we were so pleased with them that we came back the next day and ordered larger entrees - it did not disappoint, passed our 'sophomore test'. I would say that the quality stands up to middle-eastern places in NYC (where we live), so we were happy.5/22/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat LunchI hadn't been to this location for a while, so I was surprised to see the beautiful renovation. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was perfect for a lunch date. I definitely recommend it!5/13/2013 12:00:00 AMFantastic Mother's Day BrunchWe had not been to Lebanese Taverna since they renovated, and wow, what a change for the better. While they lost 20 seats, it is now not nearly as crowded for the diners, and is less noisy. They had a special brunch on Mother's Day, $35 per person for unlimited small plates from a special menu. It was great to make a meal out of the small plates, and every one of them was really good. I expected them to be very crowded since they always were in the past, but to my surprise there were many open tables. Once all the old customers know they have reopened, I'm sure it will once again be packed with diners who appreciate their excellent Lebanese food.5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMPerfect ServiceImpeccable service -- by far the best service I have ever received in DC. Food was delicious as well.5/11/2013 12:00:00 AMOutstanding All AroundMy fiancé and I dined here with our mothers from out of town. Charlie, the general manager, ensured we all had an outstanding experience. The service was top notch. Our server was attentive and helpful in recommending dishes for our mothers who were first-time diners at Lebanese Taverna. We were all impressed with our appetizers and entrees. The atmosphere and mood of the restaurant was lively and inviting. We will definitely continue to bring our out-of-town guests to Lebanese Taverna to enjoy great food, wine and ambiance!5/11/2013 12:00:00 AMOne of my favorite DC restaurants!One of my favorite DC restaurants! I always try to dine there when in Washington DC.5/6/2013 12:00:00 AMBeautiful space...Very nice wait staff. Would recommend unconditionaly. Great for sharing!5/6/2013 12:00:00 AMGood food, friendly staff, noisyThe Lebanese Taverna has undergone a significant renovation since we were last there. The old-world space has been replaced by a more modern interior. The restaurant is quite attractive, but the boxiness and hard surfaces of the new space have increased the noise level. Some diners will prefer the new look and feel, but we miss the old space. While not as loud as many DC restaurants, this is not a place for quiet conversation. The food, as in the past, was very good. We had a number of small plates, and all were good. We were there on a Friday night during busy hours; the servers were efficient and friendly, and managed to keep up.5/3/2013 12:00:00 AMVery good food and service.Very good food and service. jA bit too noisy for easy conversastion.5/1/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food is so delicious-The food is so delicious- hummus, baba ghannoush, tabbouleh salad, chicken and lamb. Always have fresh bread.
Love coming here. Wish they had this in NJ4/27/2013 12:00:00 AMThis is a fantastic restaurantThis is a fantastic restaurant with the very best Lebanese food. Portions are large so do not order too much. Ambiance is great although, since the restaurant always is packed, it can get a little loud. A real keeper!4/23/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat food as always but notGreat food as always but not the lamb salad!! Yuk.
Dessert,Baklava-delicious.4/20/2013 12:00:00 AMGorgeous new renovations makeGorgeous new renovations make it a vibrant place to eat!4/20/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent food and service.Excellent food and service. You won't be disappointed!4/20/2013 12:00:00 AMI often take small groupsI often take small groups to this restaurant as there is something for everyone to eat.4/16/2013 12:00:00 AMWe thought our entire experienceWe thought our entire experience here was excellent, despite some confusion. We had ordered two fish, but only one arrived. The restaurant insisted on bringing something in the interim, and also sent us a complimentary dessert. Food delicious, especially salmon. More traditional, but as good in its way as Zaytinya. Sitting in the back room was much quieter than up front.4/13/2013 12:00:00 AMBeautifully remodelled! GreatBeautifully remodelled! Great job. Food was fantastic.4/12/2013 12:00:00 AMHad the Chef's Platter whichHad the Chef's Platter which is a small sampling of 9 different dishes. This is a great variety of dishes and perfect with a glass of wine for an outdoor lunch4/12/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent and InterstingThis is one of my favorite restaurants in DC. If you are looking for good food and are adventurous enough to want to dip into new cuisine, you will really enjoy this place. It also has great ambience--very pretty and soothing aesthetic.4/9/2013 12:00:00 AMWonderful renewalThe newly renovated Lebanese Taverna is terrific! It is much brighter with the white stone arched look, without the feeling of being at Grand Central Station. Both the food and the wine/beer selections were excellent, and the waiter was extremely patient in going through the menu with our semi-uninitiated group. Despite a big crowd on a Sunday night, the service was efficient and attentive without creating a hovering presence.4/7/2013 12:00:00 AMDelicious as always! GreatDelicious as always! Great look following the remodel!4/6/2013 12:00:00 AMHadn't been to Lebanese TavernaHadn't been to Lebanese Taverna since the interior remodeling, and now I don't know why I waited so long! I always loved the outdoor dining there, but now the indoor restaurant is one of my top neighborhood faves.4/6/2013 12:00:00 AMOur first time here - andOur first time here - and we were thrilled. So was our six year old. We tried a ton of things and all was excellent.3/29/2013 12:00:00 AMslow startThe service was very slow at the beginning. But later the manager himself came over and made sure that we were being taken care of. After that the service became a lot more attentive.3/27/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat Food, Great TimeWith many great restaurants to choose from in the neighborhood this one stands above the crowd. Decor and ambiance are of finest. The hummus is to die for. My wife said it all when she proclaimed, "I'm in heaven."3/25/2013 12:00:00 AMAmazing food, good for large groupsWe went there with a party of ten. The staff was very accommodating. It was a busy night and the place was packed. We have been there many times. It was suggested that we do a family style priced fixed dinner. Unfortunately, this did not highlight the amazing food at LebaneseTaverna. 2 of the ten were not delighted with the food. However, the majority liked it. My suggestion dine with a smaller group or check that the family style menu pleases all. We never miss Lebanese Taverna on a trip to DC.3/21/2013 12:00:00 AMBeen going here for years.Been going here for years. Recently remodeled, food remains outstanding. Try the pomegranate sangria!3/19/2013 12:00:00 AMis my 4th time dining here.is my 4th time dining here. always delicious! i love their new renovation3/17/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat food and love the ambiance.Great food and love the ambiance. I had the falafel and lamb sharhat-both delicious! Quick service as well.3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat food and great serviceI booked this restaurant for my dad and son because it is such a busy restaurant. I added a comment in the special request section that I would not be joining. They went out of their way to make them feel special. The food here is amazing and the service is impeccable. Thank you, honestly best restaurant experience we had in DC.3/15/2013 12:00:00 AMFood was great and serviceFood was great and service was fantastic for our large group of 19.They served us family style.make sure you ask ahead for yourGroup if you will be able to order from the menu or not and that you ask price per person so you are not surprised. I thought it was reasonable to be served manager choice and price was reasonable. Loved the sangria!3/14/2013 12:00:00 AM