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Kapnos Taverna College Park, College Park, MD
Kapnos Taverna College Park, College Park, MD
Kapnos Taverna College Park, College Park, MD
Kapnos Taverna College Park, College Park, MD
Kapnos Taverna College Park, College Park, MD

Kapnos Taverna College Park

4.4
4.4
207 Reviews
$31 to $50
Greek
Mike Isabella’s Kapnos Taverna in College Park serves classic and coastal-inspired Greek dishes, including favorites from the Greek Islands along with tastes from other regions known for their fine local products.
A sister restaurant to Isabella’s Kapnos, located on 14th Street in Washington, D.C., Kapnos Taverna College Park fatures more traditional takes on the ancient cuisine alongside some of the biggest hits from his modern ode to mainland Greece. The restaurant’s liquid offerings feature a Greek-heavy wine list and Mediterranean-inspired cocktails.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Greek
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am - 3pm Brunch Sat & Sun 11am - 3pm Dinner Sun-Thu 5pm - 9pm Fri & Sat 5pm - 10pm Join us Monday - Friday for our Express Lunch! Choose one gyro, one select side & a drink for $16 Happy Hour Everyday from 3pm - 7pm in the bar area only All night Happy Hour at the bar every Monday and Tuesday night!
  • Phone number
    (301) 864-1983
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mike Isabella and George Pagonis
  • Catering
    Please contact our Catering Department at events@cateringbymic.com
  • Private party facilities
    Mike Isabella’s Kapnos Taverna in College Park serves classic and coastal-inspired Greek dishes, including favorites from the Greek Islands along with tastes from other regions known for their fine local products.
  • Private party contact
    Gina Dakouni: (202) 321-5857
  • Neighborhood
    Lanham
  • Parking details
    The Hotel at the University of Maryland offer valet. You may also park in the hotel parking garage.
  • Public transit
    College Park - U of MD stop on the Metro Green line.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 207 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4
4.4 based on all time ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

207 Reviews
  1. LightningSailor

    Washington DC

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2018

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    We've eaten at Kapnos several times and have never been disappointed. There is ample food if you order several dishes. We tried the mixed grill and it was more than enough to feed 5 adults. It would be an improvement if they turned off the sound on the TVs since there's music playing anyway. It's sometimes hard to hear people at your table, and no one was watching the sports anyway.

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  2. rthom

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2018

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We loved getting little plates of food to share, and the food was great. It is an excellent way to try different dishes. The wine we had was also great.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2018

    overall1food1service3ambience1
    I wanted to hear Greek music and enjoy the atmosphere but the had a horrible dinner experience. The “grilled plate”came burned and there was just burned meat and no side dish....For me was first and last time going there. I been to Greece and Greeks restaurants and this bar is nothing like Greeks eat. The only “Greek”things was the name. Very disappointed and won’t recommend this place.

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  4. PauletteC

    Key West

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2018

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    I was disappointed in my lunch. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing. The gyro was dry, as well as the ‘shell ‘ it was served in.

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  5. DwightN

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a hidden Gem, the food it excellent, staff friendly and it gets 5 stars in my book

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  6. Novalinium

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had dinner here, and everything went quite well. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable, and the food came out quickly. I especially liked the hummus, and the falafel was crispy and excellent.

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  7. LightningSailor

    Washington DC

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a delicious dinner with friends sharing a number of plates. We went there on a Sunday night and were surprised at how few customers were in the restaurant. I don't know if this is a #MeToo reaction to Mike Isabella, but I really hope that they don't close. We have so few really good restaurants in PG County.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic experience at our first visit, for our anniversary. Our waiter doubled as a bartender and made a super cool and delicious old fashioned and recommended a great wine. Food was amazing—highly recommend mixed grill plate and dip sampler. The manager personally ensured we had a memorable celebration and we will absolutely be back. Definitely hard to top this place for a date night in the area!

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  9. Debis03

    Chicago

    47 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2018

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    The food was average Only farm raised fish and chicken gyros only dark meat

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  10. MCC98

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed the food immensely. Server was very friendly. Thank you.

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  11. Gardener123

    Detroit

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2018

    overall2food3service1ambience4
    We were very disappointed with the service and the food. We were not offered drinks or even water for the first 20 minutes we were there, even though it was not busy. We asked for salt for the meal and they never brought it out. They also did not offer us a dessert menu at the end. It was a very disappointing experience overall.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2018

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Everything we had was delicious from the chicken kebabs to the zucchini fritters. Cocktails were also good.

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  13. stewartl

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 10, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    took our large group on short notice with flying colors.

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  14. marcm

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2018

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Food is excellent and service is quick. However, happy hour is no longer offered on Saturday and Sunday which is a shame because that is the only draw for me to drive to College Park from Silver Spring.

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  15. Beth

    Philadelphia

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Terrific food - fun sharing multiple courses (spreads, salad, fried cauliflower, beef and chicken kabobs). Service from waitress who was a senior at Univ of Maryland was outstanding.

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  16. AnnaB

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2018

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    A great place for a laid back dinner after a crazy day

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  17. pmrthird

    Philadelphia

    816 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    816 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2018

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Came for dinner and chose happy hour at the bar for tapas. Nice selection of wines during happy hour especially the Syrah. The spicy eggplant is very good however the crispy brussel sprouts or phenomenal! Excellent restaurant with great Greek food and nice service! Free parking at the hotel when you get your ticket validated at the restaurant! Good service as well!

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  18. MichaelM

    Baltimore

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had the express lunch and chose the lamb gyro with mixed greens. Everything was delicious. Will definitely return.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was an excellent meal. Thank you to the chef, the hostess, and the servers for making this a wonderful experience— especially for the special request on the birthday dessert. I highly recommend!

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  20. Foodie

    Philadelphia

    99 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    99 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2018

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    We ordered the mix grill and a Greek salad to share. Food had good flavor. We also ordered octopus and crispy eggplant as an appetizers, both were good.

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  21. NDJR

    Baltimore

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was the first time we'd ever eaten at Kapnos Taverna in College Park--and we will definitely go back!!! What a hidden treasure! First, we were surprised by the very upscale hotel lobby we walked across to get to this very presentable, rustic but modern restaurant. Second, we love that KT validated our parking ticket for free parking! Third, I spoke with our waitress Ms. Hayes about previous reviews I read on lack of water refills. And she proved to be very responsive and knowledgeable. She regularly stopped by to see that our water glasses were filled and if we needed anything. Fourth, we thoroughly enjoyed the appetizer Ms. Hayes recommended (4 zucchini patties with black pepper yogurt). They were simply delicious--and so different from anything we've tasted before. Fifth, we enjoyed the whole-fish bronzini which was cooked to perfection, crispy on the outside, juicy tender inside, and minimal bones for structure. The dish, which we split, was served with unique tangy sides of herbs and mashed potatoes. Though, one person could easily eat the whole dish. Next we split the 4 beef kabobs accompanied by a bright medley of diced vegetables. So good! The only negative comments we had were no bread of any kind was brought to the table. Though, one could order pita or some other Greek bread with hummas, and the bathroom trash overflowed.

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  22. GeraldB

    Washington DC

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2018

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We both found the food quite tasty, & the service was excellent. The menu is somewhat limited, but we both found items we liked. The only negative was something in the food triggered my wife's reaction in which her ankles swell up.

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  23. GabrA

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2018

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Options for Restaurant Week were Delish!!!! Second time going for work lunch and never disappoints!

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  24. LL2553

    Fort Lauderdale

    7 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2018

    overall1food1service1ambience4
    Say at table for over 10 minutes and no one came over. Finally a waiter brought us water and then left to take someone else’s order after I told him no one has been by. We left before we could eat to find dinner and decent service elsewhere. Very disappointed

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  25. RandiN

    New York Area

    214 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    214 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2018

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    so excited - we got there to find a Restaurant Week menu! Great selections and service was really good.

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  26. Charlie

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2018

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    It was a perfect night to sit outside. The service outside was a little slow but the food was amazing.

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  27. CarolynB

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent food! Great service!

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  28. aliasyko

    Washington DC

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as always!! Brussels and cauliflower are the best as well as the eggplant dip melitzanosalata and the mixed grill plate to get a bit of everything. Excellent so happy we came.

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  29. MarcK

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2018

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    I generally never write a review however was severely disappointed with the meal. They ran out of tomatoes which seemed awfully strange for a Greek restaurant. Not in a rush to go back.

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  30. Roots

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2018

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    Food was great. It was too cold to eat inside, so we had a lovely meal on the patio overlooking the campus. Shrimp, spreads (with cucumber sticks!), and salmon were all great and well presented.

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  31. ElizabethP

    Washington DC

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We decided to try this restaurant during DMV Restaurant Week, and what a great choice. From the sauces, mezze and dessert, it was absolutely wonderful! The ambiance was great! The service was impeccable. The food was so delicious and well seasoned. I had the eggplant sauce with cucumber sticks. I had the salmon with eggplant and for dessert the Baklava. My husband had the spicy feta sauce and the lamb - Delicious! Everything was extraordinary! And they offer free parking for 3 hours if you park in the garage. We will definitely go back. The restaurant had a great atmosphere for a lunch date.

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  32. VirginiaM

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 4, 2018

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    It was my first time at Kapnos Taverna. The atmosphere was lively, the food was very tasty and the service was excellent! Since I’m gluten free and dairy light, I really appreciated the gluten and dairy free menus. Plus, our server explained how gluten items could be altered to eliminate gluten. Very nice indeed!

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  33. Maby

    Washington DC

    47 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2018

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    I am a bit disappointed. I am a resident of the area and unfortunately, we do not have a lot of places where we - professionals - can hang out and have a nice glass of wine and good food and avoid the cheap chains! Kapnos could be that place! Good food and good list of drinks/wines. However, it requires to close later than 9pm. A restaurant that closes at 9pm in the summer is the antithesis to Summer :) Other than this, the waiters were extremely nice and friendly and knowledgeable. Another warning, the Hotel parking is free for the first three hours and the ticket validated at Kapnos..I am not sure why there is not sign mentioning this. Enjoy!

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  34. LREVS

    Washington DC

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2018

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Had indicated in my reservation that it was a special birthday and reminded the host who seated us -- but nothing was done at all re the birthday. Oh well. Friends didn't care for the octopus and beef kebab was too spicy for hubby who likes only the mildest of spices. Water offered to let us keep the beef kebab and to bring a milder chicken kebab. Brussels sprouts and saganaki were amazing. Greek salad was also excellent. Sitting outside on a perfect temperature night made the evening truly memorable. Brandt was a very attentive waiter.

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  35. Rodramon

    Miami

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2018

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Went to Kapnos for a romantic birthday dinner. Food was well prepared and presented. They have a wide selection of tapas, as well as some full size plates that are enough to share if you've had a few tapas. Guess the place would probably be livelier during the day, given its proximity to the Univ. of Maryland. Service was good, about what we expected. The choices were innovative, different from the usual Greek fare. Definitely worth trying.

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  36. DwightN

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent place for weekend brunch, great variety of food and great atmosphere.

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  37. Bisbis

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service! The food and drinks were delicious!

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  38. jaycee

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2018

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Was staying at The Hotel at UMD recently and as this restaurant is attached to the hotel decided to dine here. The staff was extremely friendly and the food really blew me away honestly. I've ate at a lot of tapas/small plate spots and this one is truly fantastic. I rounded it all up with the coconut sorbet which was out of this world.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I had a drink at the hotel lobby bar that was wonderful while I waited for friends. I highly recommend that. Every one of the mezza was wonderful and we all enjoyed them. The waiter and other staff were attentive and provided good service. The mezza come out as they are ready so that made it possible to manage table space. We would definitely go back again!

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  40. Waitstaff

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2018

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Great food. Only complaint is the timing of the delivery of the entrees. Waited almost 10 minutes for second two. Well, one other complaint, the seats are uncomfortable. Need cushions. But still well worth going for the food.

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7777 Baltimore Ave., College Park, MD 20740

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Lanham
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am - 3pm Brunch Sat & Sun 11am - 3pm Dinner Sun-Thu 5pm - 9pm Fri & Sat 5pm - 10pm Join us Monday - Friday for our Express Lunch! Choose one gyro, one select side & a drink for $16 Happy Hour Everyday from 3pm - 7pm in the bar area only All night Happy Hour at the bar every Monday and Tuesday night!
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Greek
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The Hotel at the University of Maryland offer valet. You may also park in the hotel parking garage.
  • Public transit
    College Park - U of MD stop on the Metro Green line.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mike Isabella and George Pagonis
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (301) 864-1983
  • Catering
    Please contact our Catering Department at events@cateringbymic.com
  • Private party facilities
    Mike Isabella’s Kapnos Taverna in College Park serves classic and coastal-inspired Greek dishes, including favorites from the Greek Islands along with tastes from other regions known for their fine local products.
  • Private party contact
    Gina Dakouni: (202) 321-5857
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