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Zaytinya - DC, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Zaytinya - DC

4.7
4.7
19287 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 264 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Under the direction of celebrated chef José Andrés and concept chef Michael Costa, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Jose’s deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in Washington, DC.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Turkish
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 638-0800
  • Website
    https://www.zaytinya.com/location/washington-dc/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    John Heineke
  • Private party facilities
    Zaytinya offers special menus and private party spaces of any size and style to suit the needs of you and your guests. From our soaring mezzanine space, to the intimate bar and “blue room,” to the spacious but secluded terrace, we have the ideal space for you.
  • Private party contact
    Amy Gagne: (202) 638-0800
  • Location
    701 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Cross street
    9th and G Street NW
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • New Year's Eve tasting menu

    $95.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    We are welcoming you for a two hour dining experience with a caviar starter before you enjoy four savory courses and one sweet course to finish your celebration. We will have optional wine pairings, a cocktail experience and bubbles from around the world for you to add on to your Chef's experience of the evening. We are looking forward to kicking off the New Year with you!

Menu

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What 19,287 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Mediterranean

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Most Booked

  • District of Columbia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zaytinya in DC offers an exquisite Mediterranean dining experience with "amazing food" and "beautiful ambiance." Renowned for its diverse menu, the restaurant excels in small plates that are perfect for sharing. Although the noise level can be high, the "fantastic service" and "wonderful atmosphere" make it a must-visit destination.

19,287 Reviews

  1. David

    Greater Boston

    13 reviews

    2.0

    13 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    While the food was good, the absolute din and terrible background music totally destroyed the evening. I would never eat at Zaytinya again. Our party of four was totally unhappy.

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  2. Sandra

    San Francisco

    205 reviews

    5.0

    205 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent server. Some excellent dishes and some OK. The lamb shank was excellent. The desserts were excellent. Flatbread fine. Falafel a little hard, but good taste

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  3. Kartik

    Hawaii

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Zaytinya is ALWAYS good - and sitting out on the patio with heat lamps is perfect. There is little I can say that is negative - the only nit pick might be the price of sparkling water - a little tiny bottle for $5? Seems incongruent with everything else on the menu!
    Zaytinya - DCResponded today
    Thank you for the kind words. We look forward to hosting you again here or at another José Andrés Group restaurant soon!

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  4. Kade

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were amazing, I would recommended Zaytinya if you want a great meal in a relaxing inviting dinning room.
    Zaytinya - DCResponded today
    Thank you for the kind words. We look forward to hosting you again here or at another José Andrés Group restaurant soon!

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  5. Nikki

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely delicious brunch menu , great pricing for 2 @ $65 … my only complaint was the olive cake was very dry… possibly yesterday’s ?
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for visiting! We loved having you. We made sure to let the team know about your kind words, and hope to host you again soon.

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  6. Amy

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was excellent. The octopus was cooked and prepared perfectly. Our server was very attentive. Seating by the door leading to outdoor seating was not great.

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  7. Katie

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is truly a one of a kind dining experience in DC. Some of the best service I’ve had. Our server was attentive, but didn’t hover and was so kind. We were able to get great recommendations on both drinks and food options. The beet salad, mushrooms, scallops, and shrimp were beyond delicious and I would highly recommend. For cocktail lovers the 3PM in Istanbul was excellent. We will certainly be going back to enjoy the atmosphere and to eat more of the tapas we were just too full to eat this time around.
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for all the support. We are so glad you had a wonderful experience. We loved hosting you and look forward to welcoming you again here or at another José Andrés Group restaurant soon!

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  8. Katie

    Jacksonville

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very lively atmosphere. Excellent food and service. Fun for a group
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the kind words. We look forward to hosting you again here or at another José Andrés Group restaurant soon!

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  9. Gregory

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Food and service were great, but it was cold sitting outside in the wind. The propane heaters helped a bit, but still chilly.

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  10. Adam

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing. Our favorite restaurant in the world!
    Zaytinya - DCResponded today
    Thank you for all the support. We are so glad you had a wonderful experience. We loved hosting you and look forward to welcoming you again here or at another José Andrés Group restaurant soon!

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FAQs

Zaytinya - DC does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Zaytinya - DC also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 638-0800.

Zaytinya - DC is rated 4.7 stars by 19287 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 264 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Zaytinya - DC

701 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    9th and G Street NW
  • Neighborhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Turkish
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    John Heineke
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.zaytinya.com/location/washington-dc/
  • Phone number
    (202) 638-0800
  • Private party facilities
    Zaytinya offers special menus and private party spaces of any size and style to suit the needs of you and your guests. From our soaring mezzanine space, to the intimate bar and “blue room,” to the spacious but secluded terrace, we have the ideal space for you.
  • Private party contact
    Amy Gagne: (202) 638-0800

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