Lebanese Taverna - Washington DC

Name: Lebanese Taverna - Washington DC
Address: 2641 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20008
Telephone: (202) 265-8681
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1167 Reviews

$30 and under

Middle Eastern

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Lebanese Taverna DC is located directly across from the Woodley Park metro, this location offers a 15-seat bar, lounge and seating for 130 people. Great for groups of all sizes and offers a private room for seating up to 50 people.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 7, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

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Takeout

(202) 265-8681

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Vegetarian / Vegan, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Sunday: 12noon -9:00pm Monday - Thursday: 11:30am- 9:30pm Friday: 11:30am -10:00pm Saturday: 12noon. - 10:00pm. Happy Hour: Monday - Friday 4:00p.m. - 7:00p.m. in the lounge and bar. Appetizers and drinks $4-$7.00
Phone number
(202) 265-8681
Website
http://www.lebanesetaverna.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Joseph Comfort
Catering
Let us bring Lebanese Taverna to you! Catering by LT, our full service catering division, offers our authentic Middle Eastern cuisine as well as seasonal American dish with Middle Eastern flavors. From the food, the rentals and the servers Catering by LT will make your event memorable. The Catering Department can be contacted by calling (703) 841-1503 or by email at events@cateringbylt.com
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion or hosting a corporate outing, Lebanese Taverna affords you both private and semi-private option for groups of all sizes. The Cedar Room holds up to 60 people for a seated event & 40 for a standing reception. The main dining can also be reserved for groups.
Private party contact
Cherish Carswell: (703) 841-1502

Location
2641 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008
Neighborhood
Woodley Park
Cross street
Conveniently located near the Marriott Wardman and Omni Shoreham Hotels
Parking details
Complimentary garage parking available after 5pm.. Please see the hostess for validation.
Public transit
Metro Red line - Woodley Park
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

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Wardy, Perle Du Chateau, Lebanon - 2013$11.00
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Interesting Whites

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Ken Forester, Petit Chenin Blanc, South Africa -2015$9.00

Blended Lebanese Whites

Ksara, "Blanc De Blanc", Bekaa Valley - 2015$10.00
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Massaya, Blanc, Bekaa Valley - 2015$41.00
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Ixsir Grande Reserve, Batroun - 2013$69.00

Red Wines

Pinot Noir

Angeline, CA - 2015$9.00
A To Z, OR - 2014$12.00
Brooks, "Runaway Red", Willamette Valley, or - 2015$53.00
Paraiso, Santa Lucia Highland, CA - 2013$49.00
Lafond, Santa Barbara, CA - 2014$57.00

Syrah/ Shiraz

Bulletin Place, Australia - 2015$9.00
Domaine Ferraton, Crozes-Hermitage, France - 2013$47.00
Stolpman, Santa Ynez, CA - 2013^^$63.00

Merlot

Gouguenheim, Valle Escondido, Mendoza, Argentina - 2014$8.00

Zinfandel

Peachy Canyon "Incredible Red", Paso Robles, CA - 2014$10.00
Green & Red, Chiles Mill, Napa Valley, CA - 2013^^$67.00

Sangiovese

Borgo Scopeto, Chianti Classico, Italy - 2013^^$43.00
Caparzo, Brunello Di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy - 2011$79.00

Grenache

Breca, Old Vines, Calatayud, Spain - 2013$11.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

Santa Julia, Argentina - 2015^^$8.00
Cousino-Macul, Antiguas Reserve, Chile - 2013$41.00
Château Ksara, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon - 2013$49.00
Pietra Santa, Central Coast, CA - 2012$12.00

Malbec

Tilia, Mendoza, Argentina - 2015$8.00
Catena, Mendoza, Argentina - 2013$49.00

Interesting Reds

Domaine Ferraton, Cotes Du Rhone, France - 2014$35.00
Zenato "Alanera" Rosso Veronese, Veneto, Italy - 2013$47.00
Las Claras, Heritage, Ribera Del Duero, Spain - 2011$51.00
Sean Minor "Nicole Marie", Merlot/zin, Napa, CA, USA - 2013$12.00
Saint-Cosme, Cháteauneuf-Du-Pape, France - 2013$97.00

Blended Lebanese Reds

Château Musar "Jeune Rouge", Bekaa Valley - 2013$53.00
Ixsir Altitudes, Batroun - 2010$12.00
Château Musar "Hochar Pere Et Fils", Bekaa Valley - 2011$69.00
Massaya, Le Colombier, Bekaa Valley - 2014$37.00
Château Ksara, "Reserve Du Couvent " Bekaa Valley - 2014$10.00
Wardy, Chateau Les Cedres, Bekka Valley - 2009$12.00
Château Clos St. Thomas, Bekaa Valley - 2010$57.00
Domaine Des Tourelles "Marquis Des Beys", Bekaa Valley - 2011$37.00
Château Ksara, Bekaa Valley - 2012$55.00
Ixsir Grande Reserve, Batroun - 2010$69.00

Sweet Wines

Sweet and Bubbly

Degiorgis, Moscato D'asti, Piedmont, Italy - 2015$10.00
Château Ksara, Moscatel, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon - NV$41.00

Taverna Sangria

Bubbly$9.00
red or white sangria, prosecco
White$8.00
white wine, triple sec, fruit, basil leaves
Red$9.00
pomegranate wine, triple sec, brandy, fruit, cinnamon, basil leaves

Non-Alcoholic Refreshers

Taverna Breeze$5.00
pomegranate green tea, syrup, Morrocan mint tea
Taverna Lemonade$4.00
freshly squeezed, mint sprig
Pomenade$4.00
pomegranate, lemonade, orange
Orange Juice$4.00
freshly squeezed
Passion Fruit Ginger$7.00
passion fruit juice, passion fruit seeds, lime juice, fresh ginger
Ayran$4.00
yogurt drink
Mango Lassi$4.00
sweet yogurt, mango

Crafted Cocktails

For Fig Sake$10.00
Evan Williams bourbon, lemon, LT fig syrup, Benedictine
Phoenician$10.00
vodka, pomegranate juice, matcha green tea, lemon, soda
Beirut Mule$10.00
arak, lemon, simple syrup, ginger beer, mint
Milk & Honey$11.00
Johnny Walker Black scotch, chickpea milk, clover honey
Rouse, Refresh, Repeat$10.00
Citadelle gin, parsley, cucumber, lemon, soda
The Stigma$11.00
Citadelle gin, LT saffron-syrup, lemon, soda

Beers

Almaza$6.00
Lebanon
Miller Lite$5.00
United State
Guinness$7.00
Ireland
Heineken$6.00
Netherlands
Samuel Adams$7.00
United States
Amstel Light$6.00
Netherlands
Buckler - Non-alcoholic$6.00
Netherlands

Water

Evian Still
- Small$3.00
- Large$6.00
Badoit Sparkling
- Small$3.00
- Large$6.00

Traditional Arak Service

Ghantous Aboraad
- 1 Serving$9.00
- 2 Servings$17.00
- 4 Servings$33.00
- 6 Servings$49.00
Ksarak
- 1 Serving$10.00
- 2 Servings$19.00
- 4 Servings$37.00
- 6 Servings$55.00
Le Brun
- 1 Serving$11.00
- 2 Servings$21.00
- 4 Servings$41.00
- 6 Servings$61.00

Sweet Endings

Knafe Bel Jibne$7.50
warm sweet cheese tart, golden semolina crust, sesame seed biscuit
Um Ali$7.00
bread pudding, phyllo, pistachios, pine nuts, raisins, coconut, honey ice cream
Warm "Taverna-Style" Awamat$7.00
lebanese donuts, honey-saffron syrup, yogurt-milk pudding
Halawet Jibne$7.50
sweet cheese crepe, semolina pistachio brittle, candied orange zest
Chocolate "Turkish Coffee" Cake$8.00
cardamom, marshmallow, pistachio-orange ice cream
Lebneh Cheesecake$7.50
pistachio, baklawa crust, orange blossom syrup, orange peel
Traditional Baklawa$6.50
pistachios, pomegranate syrup, honey ice cream
Ice Cream Trio$6.50
pistachio-orange, honey, vanilla-cardamom
Kid's Ice Cream$3.00
one scoop of chocolate

What 1,167 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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pcdc
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Lebanese Taverna, and really do miss the restaurant they had in Bethesda. Their food is always excellent!
FF
FoodieF
Washington DC
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience5
The flavors and seasonings are close to my grandmothers and the warm fresh bread with the Zatar is a nice addition as a starter!!
t
thfthf
Washington DC
81 reviews
vip
5.0
81 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is classic Lebanese food at its best. All of my friends enjoyed it, too. No complaints at all.
J
Jjd13
Washington DC
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great for groups. Child friendly.
JH
JeffreyH
New England
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service as always!
SP
SusanP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience4
Very pleasant evening dinner, good food and ample portions.
BL
BethL
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
The food was fabulous but the service could have been better. The waiter seemed to be over extended.
C
Chevalier
Washington DC
35 reviews
vip
3.0
35 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
The service was GREAT unfortunately the quality of food lost its pizzazz!!!!!
a
alexandriagirl
Washington DC
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2022
overall5food4service2ambience4
Our 8 year proclaimed the hummus was “100 stars” and wanted to send compliments to the chef. 😂
MA
MichaelA
Washington DC
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We dined at their DC and Tysons Corner locations before. It is refreshing to have a restaurant that is consistently top-notch, where you can bring friends for a great meal. We look forward to our next visit!
MO
MarielO
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience2
Awful service and my food wasn’t good. I ordered the mix kabob and lamb wasn’t good. The chicken was regular. Not coming back the service was rude
C
Crazedwombat
Baltimore
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
This is a lovely establishment. The menu is very varied options all of which were done well. Service was good but a lack of ordering alcohol seemed to limit the waiter's returns.
MW
MaggieW
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2022
overall3food5service2ambience4
Food was delicious, but I don't recommend this restaurant for a special occasion.. After making my OpenTable reservation for 3 the day before, , I telephoned the restaurant to tell the manager on duty I wanted this to be whether a low-key surprise birthday for my brother, one of my guests. I was assured that was doable, that they would put a birthday candle in whatever dessert he chose, and bring me the bill. None of that occurred. After we'd finished our entrees, I quietly asked our waiter about it. He looked at me blankly. I then got up and flagged down "Jose" from the kitchen to explain. When I returned to the table, I saw my brother's partner had already paid the bill! Our waiter then appeared with dessert, and said they didn't have any candles. A real fiasco.
DZ
DebZ
Raleigh
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Excellent food in a lovely setting. Highly recommend
PF
PennFoodLover
Exclusive
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and service- authentic Lebanese food and very nice atmosphere.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friends in from New York fir thanksgiving lunch
AD
AvidDiner
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Always delicious.
2
2frequentdiners
New York Area
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was wonderful as usual. This place never disappoints!
F
Foodlvr
Milwaukee
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
58 reviews
vip
4.0
58 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Lebanese Taverna isn’t as efficient without all the convention traffic that accompanied the Wardman. We still like the food but service isn’t as prompt.
C
Chellebellet
Baltimore
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lebanese Taverna is our favorite! The food is so craveable!
V
Vane
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
Waiters need to be nicer. Service was not so good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
As always Lebanese Taverna nailed the meal. Food was excellent. We had a table of 12 half adults and half kids and they handled the kids with ease. Loved our meal.
S
Shader
Miami
29 reviews
vip
3.0
29 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
Nothing special, my friends lamb was over cooked certainly not medium … Not sure why I won’t get points for this reservation? Spent $122 …
JK
JonathanK
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always stop by Lebanese Taverna when in DC. You can't go wrong getting a bunch of small plates, and the Kibbeh is the best in the city. Highly reccomend.
BP
BenP
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience3
Service was terrible and really dampened the whole experience. Our waiter would ignore us for long stretches at a time (I won't say "disappeared" because we saw him at other tables - he just didn't acknowledge us, even after we walked over to tap him to get his attention one time). It took more than 30 minutes from when we were seated to when he took our order. Food was also very slow to come out - we had about a 20 minute gap where all our mezze plates were done but they didn't bring out our entrees. We were there for a birthday but decided not to order dessert because it was taking so long. All-in, from seating to leaving, we were at the restaurant for nearly 2.5 hours, even though we only had appetizers and entrees. If the food were super amazing maybe it would be worth putting up with the service, but for just decent Lebanese food it's not. There are better options out there.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 11, 2022
overall2food4service2ambience3
Service was atrocious, food was alright but overpriced. They are clearly incredibly understaffed however I was hardly acknowledged by waitstaff.
F
Fisher
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent selection, plenty of vegetarian options, attentive but not overwhelming waitstaff, lovely, understated decor, airy feel due to the high ceilings. Just a great go-to for Mediterranean fare. Highly recommend.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
So so good going back next week
SH
SharonH
New York Area
432 reviews
vip
5.0
432 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great appetizers. Go with a group. Get lots of apps and enjoy!!!
P
Pierre
Washington DC
104 reviews
vip
4.0
104 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
We went to the Lebanese Taverna for lunch . The Chef's platter is excellent and reasonably priced. The service was a bit slow and erratic, though. And the Baklava as dessert was quite disappointing (too dry).
OT
OpenTable Diner
Birmingham
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went above and beyond to find the Alabama game for us.
EG
EdwardG
Washington DC
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lebanese Taverna has introduced a "Monday Mezze Madness" that 4 of us went to on Labor Day at Woodley Park. It was, perhaps unfortunately for LT, not that crowded. But the dishes flowed on and on, many of which we had not had before (such as the fried artichoke). It is a great opportunity to taste the many dishes that LT is famous for, such as the kibbeh, m'saka, and the babaganoush. The camel wings are not that special (but OK) as well as the french fries with garlic (good, but there are SO many other dishes to relish). I would not suggest doing this every Monday--unless you want to take home some leftovers for Tuesday, Wednesday... But it exposes you to dishes you might want to get the next time you visit (and perhaps at a small savings when you just order a smaller number).
S
Scoop
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Dining outdoors on a balmy night: perfect, except for street noise (sirens). Waiter recommended the Mezze Platter for four ... and it worked out perfectly (plus a few delicious pieces to take home).
p
ppvelasquez
Fort Lauderdale
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Everything exceeds expectations
K
Kirk
Baltimore
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love to come here. The chief comes to our table to ensure my wife’s allergy is handled properly. The food is always top quality and the service and waiters are the best in the DC area.
TM
TeddM
Atlanta
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was delicious. Interesting, new tastes that were delightful and exciting. Substantial portions, attractively presented.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food
AC
AndresC
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Mediterranean fare and plenty of bread, keeps this outdoor seating venue energetic outdoor space. Service can be a bit spotty especially after the food arrives, though the overall experience is excellent. Portion sizes are good, so the price point of appetizers is high, the entrees are abundant and better value.

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Lebanese Taverna - Washington DC does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Lebanese Taverna - Washington DC also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 265-8681.

Lebanese Taverna - Washington DC is rated 4.6 stars by 1167 OpenTable diners.

Lebanese Taverna - Washington DC does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.