NeylaGreat New BrunchNeyla's newly introduced brunch is a great addition to a great restaurant with very attentive staff.5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMA Georgetown gem!Whenever I have the chance to visit Georgetown, I make sure to dine at Neyla, and I am constantly recommending it to friends and colleagues. The staff is great, the atmosphere is unique and transports you to the other side of the world, and the food is fantastic. I've never had a bad bite at Neyla, and enjoy dining there whether I'm by myself or with a group of 10 people. Two thumbs up for Neyla!5/6/2013 12:00:00 AMParty of Four with 5 star reviewEach one of us at the table could not get over how amazing the food was not only in the presentation, but every dish tasted so delicious. We loved the authenticity of the hommus, Lamb chops, Chicken Shawarma, mixed grill (I can go on,,)...Oh and you must try their Arabesque...they use a special lemonde to mix with the Vodka, it had a mint flavor to it, very good. We all walked away feeling so good about the meal we just shared. I highly recommend Neyla.5/1/2013 12:00:00 AMWorth the waitHad to wait for an outdoor table but the host kept an eye on us at the bar so we weren't forgotten. A large party before us caused our dinners to be delayed quite a bit, but our waiter kept us informed, and brought two desserts on the house. While there is a list of entrees, one can chose an assortment of small plates instead, and all were delicious, including the bread and dipping suace that arrives complimentary. I am not a fan of baklava but would definitely order it again here.4/13/2013 12:00:00 AMI just love Neyla! The foodI just love Neyla! The food is superb, the restaurant is beautifully decorated and the waiters and waitresses are attentive and helpful. For the first time, we sat outside as the weather had warmed up, and I was pleasantly surprised how quiet it was--easy to have a conversation over good food, even though it's close to busy Wisconsin Ave. I live in Adams Morgan, but go over to Neyla's all the time.4/10/2013 12:00:00 AMMy wife and I chose NeylaMy wife and I chose Neyla for its location near a concert we were to attend. We had never been and had no particular expectations. What a terrific surprise! First, the food was outstanding, made with the freshest of ingredients, meticulously prepared, very delicious, and beautifully presented. Second, the service is impeccable: the wait staff are well trained, formal but not snooty, and extremely attentive -- a rarity in the US! Third, and important to us because of hearing impairments, they honored our request to set us in a quiet area (which they have). We can't wait to tell our friends and can't wait to return. Neyla is a superbly managed restaurant, a tad pricey but well worth it for the food and the experience.4/6/2013 12:00:00 AMCozy and romanticThis place was really nice. I loved everything about it. The only drawback was the food. As a person who's very familiar with Middle Eastern dishes, all different entrees that we tried at Neyla was kind of spiced the same - lots of allspice and clove. I just wish they'd expand their menu a bit and add a little variety. Other than that, if I lived in Washington DC, I would make it a regular spot.3/26/2013 12:00:00 AMSOUND/SPEAKER SYSTEMPerhaps the sound system can be re-assessed, whereby the louder volume speakers are positioned nearer the bar area and the other speakers at the corners of the room can have lower volume so that diners hear each other and not yell at each other. We had a party of 5 and we were yelling to be heard. tHe music was too loud and because it was already upbeat, it sounded even louder.3/23/2013 12:00:00 AMThis place is a must try!!!This place is now our favorite restaurant in DC. The food was out of this world! The small plates and big plates are all meant to be shared. The cocktails, wine, desserts were delightful. This place is a good value. The space is well laid out and not over crowded. The service was impeccable, informative and pleasant.3/23/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat food and service andGreat food and service and atmosphere but too loud to have a good conversation3/22/2013 12:00:00 AMAuthentic, fresh Lebanese gemFresh, authentic and creative Lebanese cuisine are the hallmarks of this neightborhood gem in the Georgetown area of Washington, DC. All the traditional Lebanese staples are here (hummus, babaganouj,fatoush, taboulieh, falafel and much more), served beautifully. The mezze menu is extraordinary - beyond the "usual" Middle Eastern fare in the U.S. Freshly made, piping hot pita is served, and the kebabs are prepared over an open coal fire in the heart of the dining room. Service was meticulous and very friendly on our Sunday night occasion. House-made desserts, including baklava and kanafe, were outstanding. A nice wine list compliments the service. The dining room is very welcoming.3/17/2013 12:00:00 AMWe were visiting Washington,We were visiting Washington, DC with our family and went to Neyla for dinner on a Saturday evening. They seated us promptly at a roomy table and imediately brought a plate of pita chips, dip, and olives. We sampled several of the Mezze (including the falafel, hommus, tabbouleh); all were excellent and made even better by the basket of hot pita bread that simply melted in our mouths. The chicken shish taouk and beef kebobs were very good, and the branzino (in a marinade of lemon, olive oil, and oregano) was outstanding. The service was fast paced (a bit chaotic) but attentive. We skipped dessert (as Georgetown Cupcakes beckoned from around the corner) but they looked good from a distance. Neyla is a great dining option in Georgetown!3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMBest kept secretThis was a real roll of the dice... After looking online for any reviews, I wasn't sure what to expect. My bf and I went to dinner here with 2 other couples, and it was actually very very good. I'm surprised there isn't a bigger buzz about it. We ordered a ton of tapas, all delicious and mostly vegetarian (which was hearty enough to feed all of us meat eaters :) ) the staff was quick and charming in helping us decide which mezzas we wanted. The prices were excellent -avg. $9 per mezza. Best of all was the lighting/mood. Really unique and sexy, and perfect for a date or a group of friends. Definitely going back!3/15/2013 12:00:00 AM