Causa

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   Tessie

   Washington DC

   73 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   73 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was a memorable evening. The food was unforgettable - in terms of how it was presented on the plate, introduced to our table and how every bite delighted. The service was first rate. It was a truly 5-star performance.
   

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   Justin

   Washington DC

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Andrea, Ernesto and the blond woman (I didn’t catch her name but she’s awesome). You have an incredible staff with a lot of passion. They clearly appreciate both the food and drinks. Thank god! One of the first restaurants in dc we’ve truly felt at home! We will be back. With friends. Thank you.
   

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   Marcos

   Washington DC

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 15 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Causa was a lovely experience once I entered the door, with good service, cool atmosphere, great music (not too loud!) and incredible food. Staff was friendly and attentive, being quick to clear off tables and refill water before I needed to ask, but allowing just enough time so it wasn't robotic feeling. Their staff was knowledgeable and well rehearsed, and they loosened up a bit more as the night went on and personal stories were told. Little birthday treats were a nice touch as well. The food - of course it's amazing. The tasting menu explores Nikkei and more general Peruvian food in a unique approach without being beholden to tradition. That said, there is still a sense of celebrating locations and flavor combinations that evokes good memories. The ceviche mixto Nikkei and Okinawa a la huahacaína both reminded me of the first time I had those dishes. The potatoes also reminded me of potato salad and creamy pastas in white sauce with Parmesan I would have eaten as a kid. The misoyaki and the uni and fried squid in the ceviche reminded me of trips to Japan. And my favorite dish, the Gohan Norteño, both evoked something new and also reminded me of other achiote-stained yellow rice dishes from childhood like arroz con pollo, arroz imperial, and arroz con salchicha. The restaurant peppered just enough luxury into the experience as well for those who are interested in trying some rarer or more expensive ingredients, though the menu is not distracted by that or overly trendy approaches. The cooking is creative and emotional and, importantly, remembers the fundamentals: acidity is always kept at the right level (the leche de tigre in many dishes keeps it pretty high, which I like), crunch is kept in mind, salt is mostly good (a few bites felt overly salty, in the potatoes and the grilled mushroom), and the arc of the menu is satisfying. For any and all looking for a unique and powerful culinary experience with delicious food, try Causa!
   

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   Shomari

   Washington DC

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 10 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   One of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had in DC and in my life! Chef Delgado and his team are superb. The best!
   

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   Layla

   Washington DC

   21 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   21 reviews

   Dined on 9 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful service and beautiful and delicious food. Great spot for a special occasion.
   

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   Michael

   Washington DC

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 2 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was an amazing experience great for date night!
   

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   Beth

   Washington DC

   33 reviews

   5.0

   33 reviews

   Dined on 2 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Truly outstanding. Causa's Michelin star is very well-deserved and they are operating at the two-star level, at least. The food was innovative, beautifully presented, and lip-smacking (there's no better way to describe it--every bite is like an explosion of flavor and texture). The meal was well-paced, and the service was world-class, professional and engaging. On top of all this, it's an excellent value. We've paid three times as much for half the quality. Causa is on our top five list of "will return"...again and again!
   

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   CausaResponded on 8 November 2024

   Thank you so much Beth! We are thrilled you could join us and look forward to your return. Please don't hesitate to reach out for assistance with any accommodations.
   

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   Bridget

   Charleston

   3 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 1 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent experience. Very attentive staff and super creative presentations. Love the meal! Recommend highly.
   

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   Rachel

   Washington DC

   16 reviews

   5.0

   16 reviews

   Dined on 1 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Truly the best restaurant in DC. Amazing team, service, and food. I highly recommend Causa for any occasion!
   

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    JonathanM

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Wonderful people and service, amazing food and delicious cocktails
    

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