Garrison

Garrison reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

1. VJ

   VictorJ

   New York City33 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on January 13, 2019

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   I’ve been a fan of Garrison for two plus years since I moved to DC. It always was a dependable reliable great place with good ingredients great recipes and good service. I dined 10 to 15 times over two and a half years. When I read this morning that tonight was the last night of service I was dismayed and booked a table immediately and especially because a good friend who I had met there was in town. Unfortunately the last experience was very poor. Garrison didn’t take care of us and didn’t honor our reservation; they didn’t meet their commitment to us and we went elsewhere and had a great time but, you know, we missed what might’ve been a great sayonara to a great place. I wish the chef the best. But I’m going to go to his next place with a question in mind now about how he treats loyal guests. I’ll be providing a more detailed letter to the Washington Post and the New York Times. This place was good enough that it warrants a watch.
   

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2. HH

   HeatherH

   Washington DC19 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 13, 2019

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Garrison is one of the few places I've found in the year I've lived here that I really love. They are consistently warm, welcoming, unpretentious, with delicious food and drink. I am so sad to see them close. The neighborhood will not be the same without them!
   

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3. SG

   SGab

   Washington DC1 review

   2.0

   Dined on January 13, 2019

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   I've been to Garrison twice now. The first time was great. Superb even! This second time, though, you'd think the kitchen had never prepared for a full house before. 1 of our 3 apps came out 45 minutes after ordering followed by our mains. The serve actually told us that the kitchen was so backed up it was no longer preparing apps. One of the members of our party found her food cold and the garlic totally blackened. It's a shame because I expected more
   

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   wadzenga15

   Washington DC7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 13, 2019

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This is an awesome restaurant. Sad that they are closing.
   

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Washington DC9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 10, 2019

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   One of the best restaurants in DC.
   

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6. M

   Matt

   Washington DC1 review

   1.0

   Dined on January 1, 2019

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Service on New Years has been an absolute disaster. We were given the incorrect drinks twice, the pacing for courses was uneven, there was no explanation of the food when it was served, and one tall bearded server in particular was rude with guests. Look, I get if the waitstaff doesn’t want to be here tonight, just don’t advertise it as a New Years dinner. We’ve felt rushed and for the price it has been an extreme disappointment.
   

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7. MM

   MatthewM VIP

   Baltimore1 review

   2.0

   Dined on December 22, 2018

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Pretty disappointing. Scallop meal came without any sides and I left feeling hungry. I won't be back.
   

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8. WB

   WBLMac

   Washington DC7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 21, 2018

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful as always. Even when you *think* you know how the dishes will taste, intriguing surprises await. The seasonal items this time included fried celery root and a robustly flavorful gingerbread dessert. Good service and nice wine options. A great place for holiday dinner with family.
   

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9. KS

   KyraS

   Chicago5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 18, 2018

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was very seasonal and delicious. I loved the creativity of the menu and we had very attentive service.
   

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10. N

    Neighbor VIP

    Washington DC58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 10, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We started with the gougeres which are delightful. The waiter recommended the cabrito and two people had that and said it was amazing. I appreciated being able to have a half portion of the lovely pumpkin pasta, and we all admired the cheeseburger which was also delicious.
    

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