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Zaytinya - DC, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Zaytinya - DC

4.7
4.7
19611 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 352 times today
  • 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

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Turkish
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 11:30–22:00 Tue–Thu 11:30–23:00 Fri 11:30–00:00 Sat 11:00–00:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Terry Natas

What 19,611 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • 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 a vibrant dining experience with "absolutely tasty" dishes and a stunning environment. Its Mediterranean tapas are "phenomenal" and served in a lively atmosphere. While the service is generally excellent, some guests noted occasional lapses. The outdoor seating is a favorite for quieter meals.

19,611 Reviews
  1. John

    Washington DC7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    This is for OUTDOOR dining, right after Caps game: the food was very good, small plates of course but decent amounts for that category. Service was well intentioned but slow to take orders, clearly swamped by the post game rush. Kitchen was quick though. The weak point was with the bread service - most of the dishes need bread to eat them, and there was not a steady supply so we would end up eating dips with a fork. Maybe good for the diet, but a small disappointment.

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  2. Sharon Ann VIP

    Washington DC60 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Zaytinia never disappoints. The variety of delicious dishes and beverages has always been and continues to impress. Special thanks to Anna who made this evening even more spectacular with her knowledge, kindness and attention to every detail. Thank you Anna and Zaytinia!
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for visiting! We loved having you. We made sure to let Anna know about your kind words, and hope to host you again soon.

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  3. danf VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience and food as always. Server was good, but seemed to rush rather than take her time and engage
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 1 day ago
    We are so glad you enjoyed your meal, and regret to hear about any service issues you experienced. We always strive to provide the best guest experience and have passed this feedback along to our team. We hope to host you again soon.

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  4. Martha VIP

    Tampa15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, beautiful restaurant, excellent service! 
    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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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So fun to eat here! The vibe is great and the food matches. Where do they get those fabulous cherry tomatoes in the greek salad?? Tastes like summer! Also loved the apricot yogurt dessert! Service is warm and efficient. I wish they had offered coffee instead of the check after our tasting menu for 6.
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 1 day ago
    We greatly appreciate your feedback and always strive to provide the best guest experience. We're so glad you enjoyed your meal and hope to host you again soon.

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  6. Pat

    Baltimore12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    As good as always. Very reasonably priced compared to the quality of the food and services. Slightly crowded today but overall it was amazing.
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 2 days 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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  7. Bonnie VIP

    Washington DC68 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this restaurant, outstanding food, knowledgeable servers, friendly happy servers, beautiful decor.
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 2 days 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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  8. DwayneK VIP

    Chicago10 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I was looking forward to my meal last evening at Zaytinya as I have dined there several times over the past may years. My experience was underwhelming. The meal was rushed by the server and the food mediocre and overcooked. My love affair with Zaytinya is over and I have been left heartbroken.
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 2 days ago
    We regret to hear your expectations were not met. We take great pride in our quality of ingredients and service and have passed along this feedback to our team. If you'd like to send us an email at info.dc@zaytinya.c.., we always welcome additional feedback. We hope you'll join us again at Zaytinya or at another José Andrés restaurant in the future.

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  9. Ken

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We tried several items from the menu and were not disappointed. 5 out of 5 will definitely be coming back.
    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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  10. Maurice VIP

    Washington DC33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Zaytinya with its phenomenal food, impeccable service and stellar ambiance continues to be a gem within DC for the best Mediterranean cuisine!
    Zaytinya - DCResponded 3 days 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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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 19611 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 352 times today
Google Map for Zaytinya - DC

701 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Turkish
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 11:30–22:00 Tue–Thu 11:30–23:00 Fri 11:30–00:00 Sat 11:00–00:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Terry Natas
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