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- KKevinWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoA great dining experience combines excellent food, impeccable service, and a pleasant atmosphere. Here are key elements that contribute to an exceptional dining experience: 1.Ambiance: A well-designed setting with comfortable seating, suitable lighting, and pleasant background music creates a welcoming atmosphere. 2.Attentive Service: Friendly and knowledgeable staff who anticipate needs without being intrusive make guests feel valued and cared for. 3.Quality Food: Fresh, flavorful dishes prepared with attention to detail and beautifully presented leave a lasting impression. 4.Personalization: Customizing recommendations or adapting dishes to dietary preferences enhances the experience. 5.Pacing: A smoothly paced meal, with just the right time between courses, ensures a relaxed and enjoyable experience.More infoLa Grande Boucherie - DCPrice: Very Expensive• French• Washington•4.4
- CCynthiaWashington, D.C. Area •2 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoChristmas Eve dinner at OEG is a 24-year tradition for my daughter and me. As always, the food was awesome. My daughter and I were quite surprised and disappointed by the lackluster greeting and overall experience when we walked in. The word "dismissive" comes to mind. Because our previous experiences were fabulous, I will look at this visit as a "one-off" one. Merry Christmas and a Happy 2025!!!More infoOld Ebbitt GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown•4.8
- JJosephNew York City •11 reviews4.0Dined on Dec 18, 2024Just super solid with nice people and large portions.More infoKookoo Restaurant and LoungePrice: Moderate• Persian• Washington•4.5
- MMeghanGreater Boston •5 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 1, 2024This was my first time at Letena and it was excellent! Will definitely be back. My table shared a platter and each item was delicious. The restaurant smelled amazing when you walked in the door. Servers constantly kept my water full.More infoLetena Ethiopian RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Ethiopian• Columbia Heights / Brightwood•4.9
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