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Matisse
Matisse Restaurant, located between Chevy Chase and Upper Northwest, provides Contemporary French Fusion cuisine to the neighborhood locals and power players of Washington. In a space designed by Thomas Pheasant, guests dine on the freshest seasonal, organic,and local ingredients in a chic and elegant atmosphere. French Doors, and Sweeping Design lend an airy feel to all four dining rooms. Private Dining Spaces and the Chefs table in the wine cellar are available for special occasions, or simply a special treat. Chef Thierry Bodin takes great pride in the innovative menu, leaving guests anticipating their next visit to Matisse and eager to return again and again.
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130 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 130 reviews
5 stars
(47)
4 stars
(73)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(85)
- fit for foodies(65)
- special occasion(57)
- romantic(39)
- great for brunch(31)
- great for lunch(27)
Matisse Reviews List
Review 1 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceptional Mother's Day Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What a treat! Everything from start to finish was superb.
We will definitely be back next year, and in the meantime can't wait to try out the regular brunch menu.
The staff was professional, attentive yet unobtrusive- and they couldn't have been sweeter to our rambunctious 2 year old that needed "dining breaks."
Thank You Matisse for the perfect start to my 2nd Mother's Day."
We will definitely be back next year, and in the meantime can't wait to try out the regular brunch menu.
The staff was professional, attentive yet unobtrusive- and they couldn't have been sweeter to our rambunctious 2 year old that needed "dining breaks."
Thank You Matisse for the perfect start to my 2nd Mother's Day."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 2 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother's Day Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"For many in my group this was the first time at Matisse. We had a fabulous mother's day! Good food, great service, lovely venue and a beautiful day to share and celebrate."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 3 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tasty brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We dined for Mother's Day brunch and the food was great. I do not like however, when restaurants raise the price of the menu for a special occasion. I can understand paying a higher price for an adult, and they did provide a decent amount of food. But to charge $28 for children and get scrambled eggs and a desert is outrageous.
We will likely return for dinner at some point and leave the kiddos at home!"
We will likely return for dinner at some point and leave the kiddos at home!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
EXCELLENT.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Another fantastic meal at Matisse-
Definitely one of the most consistent, delicious, and accommodating restaurants in DC.
Wine list fairly priced and FULL of choices. Duck spring rolls amazing. Halibut amazing. Meringue amazing.
Shout out to Deanna-- thanks for the perfect table.
Be back soon- AND telling all our friends."
Definitely one of the most consistent, delicious, and accommodating restaurants in DC.
Wine list fairly priced and FULL of choices. Duck spring rolls amazing. Halibut amazing. Meringue amazing.
Shout out to Deanna-- thanks for the perfect table.
Be back soon- AND telling all our friends."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Sadly our second visit to this restaurant was dismal at best. We were greeted by a very rude woman at the hostess stand and made to feel stupid because we asked for the same server as our last visit. We did not get the same server and unfortunately the poor waiter we had was obviously not trained. He brought the wrong bottle of wine, Aubert is not an easy wine to mistake and we we ultimately had to pour our own wine the rest of the evening. After we placed our order he asked if I wanted to have the side dish as an appetizer, I stated that I wanted my appetizer for my appetizer and the side with my entree..odd question. The fish entree had to be returned twice (it was cold). We won't be back."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 6 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was a little surprised to get a nastygram from OpenTable the day after eating saying that the restaurant reported me as missing my reservation. That being said, the food was wonderful. The service was lovely. The crowd skews older. It is definitely a place to take mom for a nice dinner."
Dined on 4/27/2013
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Review 7 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was excellent. First soft shell crabs of the season cooked to perfection. It was very noisy and we were seated by the door so conversation was a challenge."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 8 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Matisse's Consistent High Qualtiy
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Whenever we visit the D.C./Maryland area once or twice a year, we've enjoyed Matisse's high quality, consistent food and service. We've had Sunday brunch, lunches and dinners over many years. The food is solid French food served by a competent staff. It's a neighborhood treasure."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We have been going to Matisse
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We have been going to Matisse for years and have always liked the food and atmosphere. Our last visit wasn't our best. The food wasn't special--not bad--but not terrific. It was a Sunday night and the place was almost empty. Not a good sign usually. We'll keep going there with the hope that we had an off night. The restaurant really is beautifully decorated and the maitre d'/owner is friendly and welcoming. We just llke the place."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 10 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Above average French restaurants
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Above average French restaurants with some interesting Swiss and Italian entrees as well. Neighborhood gem for sure."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We enjoyed a wonderful brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We enjoyed a wonderful brunch with a group of boys from Georgetown.the food was delicious service terrific and the beighniers outstanding."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious food, lovely experience!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Delicious food, lovely experience!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 13 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I've liked Matisse very much
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've liked Matisse very much for years.
But something has gone off--the welcome was decidedly indifferent bordering on rude, the food ranged from good to disappointing and the service was disjointed.
But something has gone off--the welcome was decidedly indifferent bordering on rude, the food ranged from good to disappointing and the service was disjointed.
Has Matisse changed management?"
Dined on 04/11/2013
2012
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Review 14 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
If you are looking for a more
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you are looking for a more upscale venue in Northwest with consistently excellent food, this is a great choice. The clientele is older and the feeling is a bit more formal (but not stuffy or pretentious) -- most of the men on a recent Saturday dinner were in jackets and some in ties. Service was professional and the tables are sufficiently far apart that you can have a conversation. The food is French inspired, but not really different from anything you'd find at another high-end restaurant downtown. The appetizers and fish entrees we had at our dinner were uniformly excellent if unspectacular. I would definitely return, but it wasn't so exceptional that I would make it a "destination restaurant.""
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
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Review 15 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My tuna tartar and seared
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My tuna tartar and seared scallops were outstanding by my dining companion did not find his snapper quite as good, although it was very good and that is why the rating was not listed as outstanding. I have had the meringue dessert previously and it was excellent but this time I would only rate it as good because it seemed a little less fresh than I would have liked."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2009
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Review 16 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another outstanding Easter brunch!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Another outstanding Easter brunch at Matisse!
Everything was delicious and the service was great.
Looking forward to our next visit, the beignets are RIDICULOUS-ly delicious. Wish I knew how to make them at home!"
Everything was delicious and the service was great.
Looking forward to our next visit, the beignets are RIDICULOUS-ly delicious. Wish I knew how to make them at home!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2009
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 17 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Matisse offers a consistently
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Matisse offers a consistently great dining experience.
We particularly like brunch - Great menu and meals are prepared very well.
Service is friendly and attentive.
And wonderful ambience."
We particularly like brunch - Great menu and meals are prepared very well.
Service is friendly and attentive.
And wonderful ambience."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent as always. I've
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent as always. I've been dozens of times, and everything is great."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 20 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious food and very good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious food and very good service."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Keep Up the Good Work
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went to Matisse's for dinner on my wife's birthday. I liked the fact that when we arrived to check in for our reservation, the maitre'd recognized our name immediately and gave us one of the best seats in the house. The food was superb and portions were just right. Our waiter was attentive without being intrusive.The atmosphere was casual. Customer's attire ranged from laid-back to tweedy. People were relaxed, and good humor was evident throughout the restaurant. While Matisse is expensive, the quality of the food, service and ambience is worth it. We highly recommend it and plan to go back many times."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 22 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We went on our 45th anniversary.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went on our 45th anniversary. Appetizers were excellent (polenta crusted oysters and mussels in wine) but entrees were just okay (wild rockfish was mushy and venison medallions lacked any game tast). Wines and dessert were very good, and service was fine."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 23 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good. Portions
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good. Portions were large. Service was also very good. I definitely will return"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tucked away on a quiet section
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tucked away on a quiet section of Wisconsin Avenue in Tenleytown, this is a surprising spot. The restaurant is far larger than one would expect from the exterior. We sat in a cosy section near the fireplace. Most of us ordered the salmon which was good, but the real winner of the evening were the two meat dishes ordered; filet mignon, short ribs. The bread at this restaurant is phenomenal!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent but a little expensive.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent but a little expensive. Elegant but perhaps a more conservative atmosphere than some would like. Great restaurant for a special occasion. All the food was very good. Quieter than most similar restaurants."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went to Matisse for a "girls
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went to Matisse for a "girls night out" and had a great time. The atmosphere is perfect for conversation (i.e., you can hear and be heard). The staff was attentive but not annoyingly so. The manager (or perhaps owner) immediately offered off-menu options to me when he learned I am vegetarian (even though there are veg options on the menu). The food was tasty -- all in all, a pleasant experience. Would definitetly go back!"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 27 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Special place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is sophisticated, comfortable (in the back room sofa seating along the wsll), warm atmosphere (candle at each table, open fireplace) expensive special restaurant where the attention from roving manager or owner (not sure which) and from the waiters is professional, friendly and attentive without being intrusive. Good size portions exquisitely presented. there is an attractive and not rowdy bar so a pleasant place if you have to wait for your table which seldom happens. This is a place that makes you feel special and welcome and does not hurry you. This is where I go if I need to talk seriously with someone...you can hear without being overheard (in the back room at least) Well worth the money."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Every course of the meal was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Every course of the meal was beautifully presented and tasted delicious. Lovely, soothing atmosphere to the restaurant and a very welcoming staff."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 29 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A piece of Paris
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not as expensive as a quick trip to Paris Matisse is an extraordinary neighborhood whose excellent food and pleasant surroundings make it worth the high tab."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 30 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful neighborhood restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful neighborhood restaurant I've been coming to for years. Was disappointed that the lamb entree I always got is no longer on the menu. Oyster appetizer was terrific; the steak the waiter suggested was disappointingly tough and fatty."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We sat at the banquette at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We sat at the banquette at the bar, and love the casual atmosphere there."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Slow service. Good size appetizers
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Slow service. Good size appetizers but very small entrees. Very, very, very loud."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
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Review 33 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
not as good as it should have been
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Matisse was very good, but not great. The starters and desserts were outstanding, but the entrées let us down. The main courses should have been better than just okay at a restaurant like this. Maybe we were there on an off night ... At any rate, with so many other quality restaurants in the DC area, I doubt we'll return to Matisse."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2008
Special Features: late-night find, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 34 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Like having Valentine's Day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Like having Valentine's Day at home with a private chef. The atmosphere was quiet and romantic. Thank you!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 35 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Matisse for brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a lovely family brunch at Matisse. A great place to gather and the food was outstanding. Fabulous beignets, eggs Chesapeake and french toast. They were flexible about adding more people to my reservation and even changing the time at the last weekend."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2005
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 36 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fritz and his crew
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Matisse continues to be one of our "little known favorites". Fritz and his crew execute flawlessly each and every time."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You'll be impressed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wonderful and creative food, perfect service. Was proud to bring visitors to this spot"
Dined on 01/18/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
i've been to matisse for brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"i've been to matisse for brunch once and dinner twice in the last 2 weeks. didn't care for brunch...dinner excellent."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 39 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pleasant place for a very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Pleasant place for a very nice meal."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We will definitely go back
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We will definitely go back again. -- loved it!!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 41 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another delicious dinner at Matisse
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Another delicious dinner at Matisse.
We were 6 and covered all the appetizer and entree specials between us, there wasn't a single dish we didn't like.
We ordered seconds of the Polenta Oysters because they were so good. The restaurant was full so the noise level was pretty "energetic" but we could def still have a comfortable conversation.. I think as long as you're not 100 years old you'll be fine.
Can't wait to go back."
We were 6 and covered all the appetizer and entree specials between us, there wasn't a single dish we didn't like.
We ordered seconds of the Polenta Oysters because they were so good. The restaurant was full so the noise level was pretty "energetic" but we could def still have a comfortable conversation.. I think as long as you're not 100 years old you'll be fine.
Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 01/17/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 42 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Started at 6pm on a Wed. My
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Started at 6pm on a Wed. My wife and I ordered a bottle of wine, salads and main courses. Everything was great, but I did think it was a little pricy."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 43 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The meal was lovely and the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The meal was lovely and the fireplace added a lot to the atmosphere. Wine list was truly inspired."
Dined on 01/22/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 44 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Very uneven
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The special - rockfish - was severely overcooked and didn't seem fresh. Service was cordial but absurdly slow. With a packed restaurant, it makes no sense to turn on loud music at 9 PM. The staff is polite but too pressed to do their jobs well."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 45 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Started out on the wrong foot.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Started out on the wrong foot. We made 5:30 pm reservations purposely because I had as my guests a 93 and a 94 year old. They seated us in a booth and would not move us to a table. Unfortunately, they could have been more conciliatory about the explanation. The food and service made up for the rocky start. And the restaurant did fill up with regulars by the time we left. But they could have explained the seating parameters with much more finesse. My guests are still perplexed about the restaurant's inflexibilty."
Dined on 01/12/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 46 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Hosted a business luncheon
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Hosted a business luncheon and very pleased with the menu, service and atmosphere.
Great place and I will certainly return!"
Great place and I will certainly return!"
Dined on 01/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 47 for Matisse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place to meet friends
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place to meet friends for dinner where one can talk and be heard with little difficulty."
Dined on 01/15/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Matisse
Based on the average of (83) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
11 out of 11 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate