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ala

Name: ala
Address: 1320 19th St NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20036
Telephone: (202) 500-0000
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (1179)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

1320 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036

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2 people

Jul 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

Welcome to a gastronomic gem that transports you to the sun-kissed shores and rich culinary traditions of the Levantine region. Nestled discreetly within a charming corner of the city, Michelin-rated restaurant ala invites you on an unforgettable journey through the flavors and aromas of the Mediterranean.

Step into a world where heritage and innovation harmoniously intertwine, a place where passion for authenticity meets avant-garde culinary techniques. As you enter, you'll be captivated by the warm and elegant ambiance, adorned with tasteful hints of Middle Eastern motifs that effortlessly blend with modern chic.

The thoughtfully curated wine list complements the menu perfectly, offering a carefully selected range of regional wines, arak, and innovative pairings that elevate the dining experience further.
Prepare to be enchanted by the brilliance of the Levantine cuisine and the experience that has earned its well-deserved place in the revered Michelin guide.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 500-0000
Website
https://www.ala-dc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We can accommodate 10 to 200 guests, we are happy to work with you to plan an office party, business breakfast, lunch or dinner, reception, or another event that requires special attention.ala coffee+more will be here to host your breakfast meetings. Reservations can be made for groups of 10 and more, with a 3 days notice. events@ala-dc.com

Location
1320 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Dupont Circle
Cross street
Sunderland Pl. NW
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Ala is across the street from Dupont Circle Metro (red line)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,179 people are saying

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

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ala offers a "wonderful selection" of flavors with delicious vegan options and a "great experience and service." The brunch buffet is extensive, and staff are "amazing." While some find the atmosphere and pricing challenging, the food is praised for its taste. Some customers appreciate the personalized service and cozy bar ambiance.

1,179 Reviews

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vanessa
Los Angeles3 reviews
1.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
They allowed me to book a reservation and then were closed!
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Tawana
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff was AMAZING and the food was as well. Loved the vegan options.
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Jeff VIP
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful selection of many tastes. Everything was delicious.
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mary VIP
Washington, D.C. Area12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were inside almost alone. It was great
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Sabrina
Denver / Colorado15 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food- was super surprised and delighted.
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Deb VIP
San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews
1.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
From the start it was bad…seated no menus, no napkins no silverware. Two servers took orders, but neither brought our drinks - appetizer served - no napkins, no silverware - still no drinks. Then they forgot other appetizers and finally drinks. The water zombie kid ignored me each time I tried to call him over - they took my friends cocktail away that wasn’t finished… They charged me 2x for the meal - as a split meal and then through the app inkind which they said they stopped…so now I am disputing the double charge with Apple and with inkind and I told Ala but no response. Lots of choices for restaurants - this was very disappointing. Won’t go back.
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Nicole
Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
For lunch, to hava hot cold l Meze mix for $52 per person was a little pricey
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Christopher
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
The lighting in the upstairs dining room was incredibly bright and intense—they should consider changing it. The room quickly filled up and became chaotically loud with that many people in such a small space. The waiter was friendly, but we had to remind him about few times about items we ordered that he forgot to bring out. The food was enjoyable enough though.
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Sherri VIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA16 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beyond satisfied with our experience! We will happily return. 🙂
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Presha
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience and service! The brunch buffet had a large selection
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FAQs

ala offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 500-0000.

ala is rated 4.4 stars by 1179 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

1320 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
Sunderland Pl. NW
Neighborhood
Dupont Circle
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian / Vegan
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Ala is across the street from Dupont Circle Metro (red line)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.ala-dc.com/
Phone number
(202) 500-0000
Private party facilities
We can accommodate 10 to 200 guests, we are happy to work with you to plan an office party, business breakfast, lunch or dinner, reception, or another event that requires special attention.ala coffee+more will be here to host your breakfast meetings. Reservations can be made for groups of 10 and more, with a 3 days notice. events@ala-dc.com

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