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Zaytinya - DC, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Zaytinya - DC

4.7 (19885)
$30 and under
Mediterranean
701 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

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2 people
7:00 PM
animated flamesBooked 361 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Under the direction of celebrated Chef José Andrés and his ThinkFoodGroup team, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on José'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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Mon–Wed 11:00 am–10:30 pm Thu, Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 7:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 7:00 am–10:30 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
    Terry Natas
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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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What 19,885 people are saying

Zaytinya - DC reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 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 - DC offers a vibrant Mediterranean dining experience with "fantastic food" and "superb service." Guests rave about the "chef's tasting menu" and extensive wine pairing. Despite occasional noise and service hiccups, patrons appreciate the "delicious small plates," "great ambiance," and "attentive staff." A "must-visit" for flavor enthusiasts!
19,885 Reviews

  1. Steve VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an enjoyable evening with great service and food.

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  2. Tam

    New Orleans1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Chef Experience was branded like a tasting menu but wasn’t really. Annoyed that we had to share the food and still pay $85 when we could have ordered it from the menu.

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  3. Sherif VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and ambiance, excellent service from Anna.

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  4. Mialeeka VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area37 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was exceptional, the atmosphere was great. The food was cold and just ok.
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 1 day ago
    We regret to hear your expectations were not met, but we hope you'll join us again in the future to taste more of our menu. We also invite you to share more with us over email so we can exceed expectations when we welcome you back. Please email our team at info.dc@zaytina.c..

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  5. Kim

    Washington, D.C. Area26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always excellent food and service. You must try the crispy brussel sprouts…they are so good! The only place with better brussel sprouts is Jose Andre’s’ other restaurant Oyamel.
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the kind words. We look forward to hosting you again here or at another José Andrés Group restaurant soon!

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  6. Michael VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Long time customer / and this visit the food was subpar.

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  7. Tracy VIP

    Philadelphia County17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fabulous meal. Server was attentive and professional. All our dishes were incredibly delicious. Never disappoints.
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for all the support. We are so glad you had a wonderful experience. We loved hosting you and look forward to welcoming you again here or at another José Andrés Group restaurant soon!

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  8. Jarrett VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and ambience. Will def go again
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the kind words. We look forward to hosting you again here or at another José Andrés Group restaurant soon!

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  9. Jenn

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I hadn't been to Zatinya since before the pandemic and was so pleased to find it was just as I remembered - one of the best meals I've had in awhile, great service.
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the kind words. We look forward to hosting you again here or at another José Andrés Group restaurant soon!

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  10. Lynn

    Washington, D.C. Area21 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I haven’t been to Zaytinya in years. I’m writing so I can remember why Zaytinya is off my favorites list. Normally wait staff explains that everyone chooses a few dishes and you pass the plate to share. This time, there was none of that, and it made the experience awkward when someone hogged the scallops! The food is usually brought all at once, to facilitate sharing. However, our food was brought out in a random fashion. We never knew what was coming next or who had ordered what or how much actual food there would be, so it made it hard to figure out how much of each dish to share. In similar situations, wait staff always ask if we’d like the food brought all at once or in order of cheese, mezze, entree, etc. The first to arrive were in their 70s. They were seated up a long, steep staircase. I’m sure they said it was fine, but probably only because they are working hard to “stay young.” The man finishes triathlons ahead of most 30-year-olds and is world-class, but the woman is a bit unsteady on her feet, especially with heels. What’s almost as bad is the wait staff - anywhere from two to four servers - stood around at the very top of the stairs, near the landing, requiring them to move around every time we used the stairs. It was awkward for the person climbing the stairs and for those seated at adjacent tables, and probably for the servers as well. The food was uneven. Dessert was by far the best course. We spent so long waiting for the mezze that the women’s appetites were ruined by the copious, albeit delicious, bread. The service was impersonal. I had left a note in OpenTable about the special occasion we were celebrating, yet there was no congratulations forthcoming, and the only smile we received was when we left. I didn’t think our family party of six was that bad to wait on!
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 1 day ago
    We regret to hear your expectations were not met. We always strive to provide the best guest experience and have passed this along to our team. If you'd like to send our team an email at info.dc@zaytinya.c.., we always welcome additional feedback. We hope you'll join us again at Zaytinya or at another José Andrés Group restaurant in the future.

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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 19885 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Penn Quarter

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2 people
7:00 PM
animated flamesBooked 361 times today
Google Map for Zaytinya - DC

701 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    9th and G Street NW
  • Neighborhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Mon–Wed 11:00 am–10:30 pm Thu, Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 7:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 7:00 am–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • 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
    Terry Natas
  • 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

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