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Corduroy
Corduroy serves the best of the season with much of the restaurants produce coming from local farms. Corduroy is not handicapped accessible due to the historic nature of our building. No shorts are permitted.
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232 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 232 reviews
5 stars
(138)
4 stars
(66)
3 stars
(19)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(4)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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- good for groups(23)
Corduroy Reviews List
Review 1 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tasting Menu at Corduroy
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/20/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Three of us went to Corduroy for the tasting menu on a quiet Monday night. The 5 course tasting menu is a great deal at $65, especially since it is actually 6 courses. The wine pairings, at $55 per person, sound steep, but the wines are WELL worth it. The menu began with a cool soup, then tuna tartar with greens, grilled salmon, roasted capon, and antelope two ways with a chestnut mash. After that...dessert. Instead of bringing three of the same desserts, the chef sent out three different deserts for us to share. His take on pistachio bread pudding was amazing. There was something slightly asian about the soup, but a French twist with the use of rich sauces and careful balances of protiens and veg. Amazing food, and a well constructed menu."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 2 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our waiter was good. We heard him getting scolding from the chef when he placed our order.
I think he was trying to satisfy our requests when he got scolded. We probably shouldn't have heard that. Food was good, but not sure it was worth $200+."
I think he was trying to satisfy our requests when he got scolded. We probably shouldn't have heard that. Food was good, but not sure it was worth $200+."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 3 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
In over their heads
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We'd had a nice dinner here several months ago, and were looking forward to our return this week. But this time not only was the food over-salted, the service was quite poor, even rude. The table lighting didn't work, the computer for sending orders to the kitchen didn't work, and we were sitting under quite a draft (I'm not one to complain but putting a sweater on didn't stop the chill). Asking if the air could be turned down or whether the food was coming (after an hour and 15 minutes, no joke) was not well received. First time in my life I did not tip; I left a note for management instead, without response. We won't be back."
Dined on 5/15/2013
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Review 4 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We ordered a fairly expensive bottle of Chassagne Montrachet that was not bad but not what it should have been. We had the sommelier taste it and he agreed that it was not bad...just not right. He replaced the bottle with another wine and the situation was handled in a professional and unexpected satisfactory manner- a rarity these days!"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 5 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding near the convention ctr
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Corduroy is very near the DC convention center (easy walk) and has a rather eclectic menu. Each item was excellent and the server made great recommendations. He also asked what types of beer, wine and liquor we liked so that he could "give us something similar" if needed."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This restaurant cares about everything! The whole experience was perfect."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 7 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Graduation Celebration
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I came here to celebrate the end of my graduate program with my boyfriend. Everything was perfect about the dinner. Our waiter was amazing and the food was delicious. We had the 5 course tasting menu and every dish was surprising and exttemely good. The overall experience was really perfect."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 8 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great fresh food - service was okay... expected the service to be better especially for the price and the number of employees there. I ordered a glass of wine that I never received but it showed up on the bill.... I would recommend it for an expense account meal"
Dined on 5/08/2013
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Review 9 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Unique Menu and Great Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"There are a lot of things on the menu that most people have probably never tried, and it all tastes great. I recommend going for the Chef's Surprise. You'll get to try a bunch of really great food. If you just want to order off the menu, the antelope is out of this world, and the tuna tartar is really tasty, too (my wife does not really like tuna, and even she loved it).
The ambiance is really nice; in fact, I proposed to my wife there I liked it so much. Our server caught on and brought us complementary glasses of champagne to celebrate.
If you're looking for some fine dining without totally breaking the budget and a staff that treats you like you're rich even if it's just your once a month splurge, this is a great place to go."
Dined on 6/29/2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 10 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Gem near the Convention Center
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food and service were excellent. Extensive wine list . Corkage fee seemed extravagant - one bottle per table for $45."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 11 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was a great dining experience. The food was superb (try the Red Snapper Bisque!!!). Our server was very knowledgeable of everything we ate and his suggestions were right on the spot. It was a plus that he was a foody!The ambiance was good, although the mini-booths by the walls are not very comfortable -watch out if you're claustrophobic-. Other than that, my wife and I both enjoyed our visit to Corduroy. We will definitely be back."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I've been to Corduroy multiple
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been to Corduroy multiple times, and it never fails to please me. only once have i gone there, about three years ago, when the restaurant was not in top form (it was a large party, and i think it overwhelmed them). food is consistently well done (scallops, steak, guinea hen, antelope, fish, braised ribs). appetizers are varied and quite excellent, especially some of the specials. The wine list is extensive, though but could use a few more moderately priced wines and some culling. The wine list is basically overpriced, and I'm not sure why. Service is very attentive and efficient, though this last time, it took a bit long to bring the first course. But, in general, Corduroy is a highly dependable and consistently excellent eatery"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 13 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The service was very slow,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was very slow, and frustratingly so. Th seerver told too many stories and was too invasive into our space. The evening turnbed out to bve pretty expensive for what we received. Overall, I would not go again."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2007
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Review 14 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect for intimate conversation
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tasting menu was creative, interesting, and absolutely delicious while being quite reasonable. The wine list was extensive and also not overpriced. We had a great time and would highly recommend it!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We always look forward to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We always look forward to our evening at Corduroy on our annual trip to DC. Table 24 is a quiet, intimate spot in the corner. The food never dissapoints and the service is excellent; attentive and not intrusive.
The appetizer special of scallops was served with an oyster on the half shell. The champagne sauce complimented the sweet and fresh scallops. Crispy Striped Bass with Braised Bok Choy and Daikon was great. The skin on the bass was perfectly crisp without drying out the fish. Excellent sauce here, too. Delicious meal."
The appetizer special of scallops was served with an oyster on the half shell. The champagne sauce complimented the sweet and fresh scallops. Crispy Striped Bass with Braised Bok Choy and Daikon was great. The skin on the bass was perfectly crisp without drying out the fish. Excellent sauce here, too. Delicious meal."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our best meal in a week of
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our best meal in a week of eating while visiting Washington. Very elegant, sophisticated, but not stuffy and there were several tables with very well-behaved children. The food was imaginative and different than the usual choices in other places. The staff was exceptional and really knew the food and wine. I got talked into eating antelope (never thought I was that adventurous) and it was fabulous. Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A very good find in DC. I almost don't want to tell people about it because it might be harder to get a reservation next time. Food is beautifully prepared and flavors are so clean and defined. The word precise comes to mind but really creative. Service is A+. Overall an outstanding restaurant. Will definitely go back next time I'm in DC."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 18 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superb tasting menu. Great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Superb tasting menu. Great service. Creative cuisine."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing food. The round eye
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Amazing food. The round eye tuna is the best meal I have had at any restaurant ever."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
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Review 20 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good, not great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Limited menu and somewhat indifferent service prevents the 5 stars."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 21 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great dining in DC
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great restaurant in DC with special attention made to quality of food & service. The tasting menu is a spectacular value at $65 per person. You need to order it for the entire table. Even if some diners aren't "adventurous," the menu isn't too extravagant. We had burdock root puree, tuna tartar, scallops, guinea hen, wagyu steak, and dessert. The servers are attentive and knowledgeable. Overall, a great dining experience."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 22 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Enjoy the pleasures of fine dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fine,Fine food. Tom Power must be the finest Chef around. The Chef Sampler was had by 4 in our party and got only rave comments. Don't hesitate, just make reservations"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We always like this place.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We always like this place. Food is great. Our waiter, Mark, makes the evening even better. We recommend the chef choice and the wine tasting. The ;tuna tartare is always outstanding and we have never been disappointed with any of our courses."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 24 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Took 3 hours for a table of
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Took 3 hours for a table of four to dine although rhe restaurant did not appear to be really busy. Waited 10 min for our table past our reservation time. That was not a big problem. It was 20 minutes before the server took our order. We all ordered the chef's tasting menu. The service was so slow that we waited at least 15 minutes between each course after we finished each one. The food was good. The desserts were the best part of the meal."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 25 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellently prepared food,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellently prepared food, imaginatively created and presented, with great attention to quality of ingredients. Very attentive service. They go to great lengths to make you happy. The restaurant would have been the quietest we have been to in Washington, but there was a party of 10 that were overly vocal. The decor was simple, but elegant. This was an intimate restaurant, and rather expensive, but it was the best we've had in a long time."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Silk prices, corduroy food.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Corduroy is expensive. Very expensive and the food and service are not good enough to justify the cost. I understand that this restaurant was originally based in a hotel and the uninspired and bland cooking makes you feel as if you are still there tucked in next to the gift shop and shoeshine machine. The food is not creative and although locally sourced might have been delivered from the warehouse of a restaurant chain. There are very few really good independent restaurants in Washington and this is not one of them."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2008
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 27 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Try Corduroy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Corduroy made the top 100 on the Washingtonian's best restaurant list for 2013 and deserved it! My husband and I had one of our best dinners in a long time. Try the seared tuna - fantastic."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 28 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We tried the chefs tasting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We tried the chefs tasting menu. We recommend it highly."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 29 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our first night in Washington
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our first night in Washington DC, we dined here and it was a great way to start our vacation! We did the 5 course-tasting menu and considering the quality and the quantity of the food we got, the price was well worth it ($65)!. Interesting combinations of flavors many using Asian ingredients and great quality food. I loved the fact that the waiter would tell us where the food came from. A lot of local foods were used in each of the dishes. This will definitely be a restaurant to come back when we return to DC."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
very good food and service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"very good food and service. would definitely go back next time we're in DC."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 31 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nice alternative to the soulless
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Nice alternative to the soulless downtown restaurants!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
2012
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Review 32 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had an amazing dinner experience here. All the food we had was well prepared and very flavorful. We had the chowder, red snapper bisque, arugula salad that had these fantastic watermelon radishes, the rockfish and antelope entrees. Our server, Mark, who also doubles as the sommelier, was incredibly gracious and perfect in every way. It was a quiet, rainy Monday night, so I can't speak to what noise is like when the place is full. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an elegant experience. It's a true treat."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Could not ask for a better
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Could not ask for a better dining experience. Gracious, knowledgable staff, inventive wonderful cuisine, excellent wine list with great values. The lobster carpaccio is fabulous as are the seared scallops and grits. Wagyu steak so delicious and all served by extremely professional yet friendly waitstaff. Highly recommend."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We'll be back!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Best meal we've had in Washington in all our visits!"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall very good... but just
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall very good... but just couldn't give it 5 stars.
Tough location, must have thought the area would pick up with the convention center and did not. Hope they at least have cheap rent.
VERY accommodating for food allergies. Much appreciated! But this may have impacted my minor disappointment with the tasting menu. Or maybe it was because we didn't order a bottle of wine... but I was surprised that the Tasting Menu didn't serve Corduroy's top most raved about items (Lobster Carpaccio or Antelope) which were on the menu that night.
We did get the Tuna Tartar which was delicious! And the Pork Belly, which tasted more like how I dream my Pot Roast should taste (but nothing like pork belly I've known).
Service is Outstanding."
Tough location, must have thought the area would pick up with the convention center and did not. Hope they at least have cheap rent.
VERY accommodating for food allergies. Much appreciated! But this may have impacted my minor disappointment with the tasting menu. Or maybe it was because we didn't order a bottle of wine... but I was surprised that the Tasting Menu didn't serve Corduroy's top most raved about items (Lobster Carpaccio or Antelope) which were on the menu that night.
We did get the Tuna Tartar which was delicious! And the Pork Belly, which tasted more like how I dream my Pot Roast should taste (but nothing like pork belly I've known).
Service is Outstanding."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bravo!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Five of us had the pre-fixe. Seevice was outstanding. Great wait staff (two exceptional gentlemen guided us through the meal). All of the food was "spot on". The price for a big city gourmet meal including cocktails and an $80 bottle of wine was $125 pp including tax and tip. You'd pay almost twice that much at other top restaurants. All of the food was great--the attention to the little details were spot on. The fish and shellfish dishes rate a tad higher than the meat/fowl but thats like comparing the acting of Meryl Strep to Katherine Hepburn--both great!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was my first time at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my first time at Corduroy and I must say that the food was great. We had the chief's surprise with wine pairing that our waiter recommended and it was great. Our waiter was wonderful as well. My wife and I will come back to Corduroy."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2009
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 38 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good food and ambiance.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good food and ambiance. Like so many DC restaurants, I wish they would do something about the noise level in the dining room. Not the best for conversation."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 39 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
thank you for a delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"thank you for a delicious tasting menu experience! we felt special and spoiled from start to end. from valet to coat check to service, everyone was lovely and welcoming. the food was truly special. loved it and will be back."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is our second time at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is our second time at Corduroy. We were even happier here the second time than the first. So good to be with a small group and be able to hear each other..."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 41 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Inventive and elegant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Chef Tom Powers has developed an inventive and elegant style with a pronounced Asian influence. His dishes are fresh, well-balanced, and intensely flavorful. This is fine dining at its finest."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 42 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As always the food, and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As always the food, and service was wonderful and we had a great time dinning at Cordory. We always look forward to going back again it is a must do restaurant for us in DC."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 43 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is a fine restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a fine restaurant of the Establishment variety that DC is known for. Middle aged men waiting on tables of business people, mostly men. Our table was significant for supplying 3 of the 4 non-white patrons the eve we dined at the restaurant. The one woman on the restaurant floor was behind the bar. As someone who has spent some years on the staff of a 4 star restaurant in California, I find this choice odd but indicative of a greater DC trend towards performing the high-end via old boy sign and signifier. All that said, we had an impressive meal. Our waiter (after letting us know this was not going to be like eating at Morton's-- why did he feel the need to clarify that for us?) was knowledgeable and the tasting menu superb."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 44 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Birthday date
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our waiter was great. Our cocktails were fabulous. The chef was exquisite, and his wine pairings delightful. A great spot to take a lovely woman for her birthday."
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 45 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was great, as was the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great, as was the waiter, but the kitchen was running 35 minute ticket times. I dont like to dine more than 2 hours personally."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 46 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was our first trip to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first trip to Corduroy and it did not disappoint. It was located in a surprising place, but once you get past the area (lots of boarded up buildings along the side of the DC Convention Center) the restaurant itself is lovely and very welcoming. The food was wonderful, even late at night, the food sparkled. The service was very attentive, but not overly so. The atmosphere is quiet and subdue, and unfortunately we were seated next to a group of women celebrating a birthday who were not aware of how loud they were, and they also did not care. The restaurant did nothing to protect us from them or to ask them to quiet down a bit. I think that this restaurant is not a good place for groups."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We did the tasting menu which,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We did the tasting menu which, while pricey, is very much worth it. Highly recommend it!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 48 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Four of us had the tasting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Four of us had the tasting menu and it was delicious. Very full and varies courses that also worked well together. Excellent dessert as well"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 49 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
An unlikely spot for such
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"An unlikely spot for such a great restaurant, you might even have trouble finding its location. But certainly a gem of DC. Great food, excellent service, this is sure to become a staple for the city."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 50 for Corduroy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Probably my 10th time there,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Probably my 10th time there, and consistently excellent. The wine list has exceptionally good values."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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