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The Oval Room
The Oval Room, an elegant & sophisticated restaurant, near Farragut Square across from the White House, which accounts for its popularity among politicians, journalists, lobbyists, lawyers, & former Presidents. The setting is contemporary & chic. It offers private dining. Its seasonal contemporary American cuisine has charmed critics & connoisseurs alike. USA Today said The Oval Room's flower-bedecked patio is one of the best outdoor dining experiences in the United States. The Oval Room has been awarded the "Distinguished Restaurant of North America Award".The Oval Room is honored to be Modern Luxury Washington D.C.’s “Restaurant of the Year”! Executive Chef Tony Conte and his team are serving some incredible, seasonal dishes and would love to see you at The Oval Room soon. To read the Modern Luxury Washington D.C. story, please visit:
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256 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 256 reviews
5 stars
(121)
4 stars
(100)
3 stars
(25)
2 stars
(9)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(156)
- special occasion(138)
- romantic(77)
- great for lunch(50)
- notable wine list(48)
- neighborhood gem(25)
The Oval Room Reviews List
Review 1 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had a special tuna tatare appetizer with smoked tapioca (?!) which was very good. The shrimp salad was nothing to rave about and the bread was decidedly mediocre--Oval Room used to have a wonderful bread basket with cornbread, biscuits, etc."
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 2 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service was frustratingly slow."
Dined on 5/20/2013
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Review 3 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Classic
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great service. The kind that can anticipate needs, has a good sense of timing and knows the menu. Good simple menu not overworked or overreaching. Excellent lunch location. Fresh, well executed flavors. Will go again."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Washington DC Dining Option
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really appreciate this outstanding restaurant. In a town that is inhospitable to visiting business clients, the staff at Oval Room stands out with personal attention combined with an elegant location and innovative cuisine."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 5 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, atmosphere and service but I will not return until there are better bathrooms"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
oval room
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"What a wonderful experience! Beautiful, delicious food served by knowledgable attentive staff!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 7 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
HIgh end experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Just ate at The Oval Room. Great waiter and fantastic meal. Complex dishes but never heavy. For the quality, well worth the visit."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 8 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Phenomenal across the board
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant has the best food I've eaten, by far! I brought my boyfriend here for his birthday. I came in expecting that we would order off the a la carte menu but after not too much convincing, we both decided to get the 8 course tasting menu. This is the best decision i've ever made. The food was phenomenal, I can't even begin to explain the components in each dish because I will not do it justice. Let's just say, I rarely eat seafood because I just don't like it - and I devoured three courses that consisted of seafood. I wouldn't have done it any other way. If you haven't been here, go! And get the tasting menu, for $85 it is TOTALLY worth it!"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother Was Pleased
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I was very surprised to find an available table for 6ppl on Mothers Day, but I really lucked out on this one. Our mothers are very picky eaters but enjoyed everything on the prix fix menu. Our server Nikola was fantastic! We will definitely come again."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 10 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Absolutely fabulous. My mother and I had a lovely meal here over Mother's Day weekend. The starters of Terrine de Fois Gras and Asparagus with Morels were fantastic. The Fois Gras was wonderfully buttery. We both had the halibut with ricotta dumplings -- the fish was perfectly flaky and the ricotta dumplings were so subtly tasty; it was an incredibly well balanced dish with perfectly married complex flavors. We also shared a tasty, moist chocolate beet cake which was delicious -- you could actually taste the beets which was neat!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Stellar food creativity and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was a birthday celebration dinner for 4 people. The entire staff made us feel welcome and appreciated. Some of the standouts were the shrimp starter and all of our fish entrees. Desserts were sinful. We were impressed with the absence of any false notes among the range of dishes we selected. Service was attentive but not intrusive. We will plan to return soon."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 12 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent but still a bit hungry
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
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"Everything served was excellent but both my wife and I felt the need to sneak in a late night snack because the portion sizes were relatively small. Otherwise the perfect meal."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 13 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Impeccable service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"From the moment we walked in the door we were treated like royalty by everyone we encountered. I have not been to the Oval Room for years but I certainly will go back soon"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 14 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
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"I was in a party of 3. All of us ordered a different fish entree. We all tasted all three, and found all three to be excellent. If you like fish, the Oval Room has a chef and kitchen for you. All in all, an excellent meal."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 15 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Lunch Spot to Start a Weekend
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great restaurant to start a weekend in DC, located just North of the White House offering outdoor seating. This restaurant provides a great location and atmosphere for out of town guests to start their DC vacation."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 16 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have dined at the Oval Room before and, as expected, the food was excellent. It was a bit loud the evening we went as there was an event in part of the restaurant where there were bursts of applause. I would have preferred if they had closed the glass door separating the rooms. The downside to our experience was the service. Our waiter was informative but overbearing. He didn't offer suggestions, he issued directives on what we were to order. He did the same with the wines, without ever asking if we wanted help or had a preference. I might have been receptive to recommendations had they been gently delivered."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 17 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Outstanding food, superb service and nice laid back ambiance. One of the best restaurants in DC."
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 18 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is a restaurant that
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a restaurant that we'll return to. Good variety of dishes available, food was delicious and beautifully presented. The wait staff, was superior. Tables were separated enough that one doesn't feel squeezed in."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 19 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
poor service.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I where not in pressed overall. Slow service I ordered a rare steak, it came to the table well done."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
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Review 20 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Intimate, romantic, evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Intimate, romantic, evening from start to finish!
The Tasting Menu was out of this world! The Chef prepared 7 small plates with wine pairings for an unbelievable dining experience! A MUST for a special occasion."
The Tasting Menu was out of this world! The Chef prepared 7 small plates with wine pairings for an unbelievable dining experience! A MUST for a special occasion."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 21 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome food and fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Awesome food and fantastic service by Nickolai."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A welcome surprise....
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My husband is of the opinion that if the appetizers are excellent, the entree will be so-so...
There were three of us. All of our appetizers were excellent.
We had three different entrees. They were all excellent.
Another theorem disproved!
There were three of us. All of our appetizers were excellent.
We had three different entrees. They were all excellent.
Another theorem disproved!
We have added this restaurant to our very short list of favorites.
Nice ambiance, too."
Nice ambiance, too."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 23 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Gourmet food but not sure
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Gourmet food but not sure it was really worth the price. We told our server we were on a tight timeline for a show, but had to wait between courses and rush to get the check."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 24 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best in US!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were absolutely surprised that there are such very good high quality restaurants in US. We never had a siilar one. You are a
"Anti-American" restaurant: best quality and creativity in food, adequate time between the courses and the bill does not come one second after the last bite....and: Prices are reasonable.
Congratulations!
As we are from Germany unfortunately we will not have many opportunities to come very often."
"Anti-American" restaurant: best quality and creativity in food, adequate time between the courses and the bill does not come one second after the last bite....and: Prices are reasonable.
Congratulations!
As we are from Germany unfortunately we will not have many opportunities to come very often."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 25 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
When we showed up, we had
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"When we showed up, we had another accompany us that I did not know was going to come. The restaurant was booked, but was able to find a table for all 5 of us. This was awesome!!!"
Dined on 04/23/2013
2013
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Review 26 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Big presentation, meager fare
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Elegant and low key - something hard to find downtown anymore. Food was delicious but a bit too "precious" for our tastes and the portions were microscopic. I'm a small person with small appetite but that was ridiculous. The waiter was pleasant, attentive, and efficient, but we could have done without the interuptions with drawn out explanations of every thimble full of emulsion and tidbit of heirloom diced apples, blah blah. So much presentation, so little food and huge bill. Next time my brother comes to town, back to Bombay Club."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2005
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Review 27 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the better meals I
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of the better meals I have had. We opted for the prix fix and weren't disappointed. From the oysters to the venison, everything was superb. The wine list is not extensive, but well picked. Service was very good as well. For some reason, the Oval Room does not have the attention that CityZen and Zaytinya get. But don't hesitate to try this. It is outstanding."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is fablous. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is fablous. The service was great!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 29 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
GREAT. Our waiter, Nickolau,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"GREAT. Our waiter, Nickolau, was the best. He made the best wine suggestions. Food was delicious."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 30 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The staff was exceptionally
Food
(Very Good)
4
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
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Quiet
"The staff was exceptionally skillful and attentive, and the food was excellent, at a good price for such high quality. We will definitely return."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 31 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best meal in DC
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Very Good)
4
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5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was really outstanding. Head and shoulders above anything else we had on our weekend in DC from NY."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our waiter was fantastic-
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our waiter was fantastic- friendly, very knowledgeable about the food. The food was superb. The Valet was even helpful- we were running late to pick it up and the car was waiting for us!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The tasting menu was excellent,as
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The tasting menu was excellent,as were the wine pairings.I was surprised that the wines were brought already poured in glasses,
instead of having the wine bottle presented and poured at the table.
I highly recommend this restaurant."
instead of having the wine bottle presented and poured at the table.
I highly recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 34 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food, TERRIBLE service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
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"For the quality of food and price point, this was the worst service I have ever experienced at a business dinner. The waiter talked down to us, messed up the appetizers, was very awkward about it, then refilled my colleague's wine glass with a different wine. The whole experience was pretty poor, even though the food was good."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2009
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Review 35 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A step above
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything was perfect, the food is delicious, the presentation lovely, and the portions are neither too big or too small. The service was warm, friendly and patient."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 36 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was amazing. My family
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was amazing. My family and I will definately go again."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 37 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Four of us went to lunch to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Four of us went to lunch to celebrate a birthday. We all enjoyed the experience. The waiter was very helpful with tips on what to have, wine recommendations, and food descriptions. The menu seems to include a few items that are unusual, but everything tasted very good. All ala carte."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 38 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious, creative food (and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Delicious, creative food (and great bartender, too). Exquisite, warm, attentive service. Lovely setting. I flew back from LA to Washington a second time in a week and had to go back."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent entrees, interesting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent entrees, interesting desserts, very attentive and personal service."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 40 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Oval Room did not disappoint
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The Oval Room did not disappoint for Easter Brunch. Although the crab appetizer, prime rib, and beet sponge cake were excellent, the celery root soup with cheddar dumplings and sweet potato ravioli won the best in show. The wine pairings were great, especially, the La Rioja Alta with the prime rib. The lime flavor in the Carolina sweet shrimp was too much for some of us at the table, but others thought it was outstanding.The crab appetizer was a rainbow of flavors, the crab itself was not the main event!
Service was the usual -- great.
The Oval Room is still one of my favorites."
Service was the usual -- great.
The Oval Room is still one of my favorites."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 41 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We tried the Oval room for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We tried the Oval room for Easter Sunday brunch. It was a price fixe menu and we took advantage of the wine pairings offered as well. The first course of shrimp for me and soup for my dining partner were wonderfully prepared. The mains of beef and sweet potato ravaoli were extremely well seasoned. The desserts were also faboulous of course. The lemon cake was a lot lighter than my choice of chocolate granache. The wine pairings were very well chosen. We will be back to this lovely restaurant."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Just a lovely meal with excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Just a lovely meal with excellent service. We had the pre-theatre menu before a show and will definitely be back for a moew leisurely meal."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was exquisite, so many
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was exquisite, so many flavors."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Went for a special occassion,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went for a special occassion, which the resturant nicely recognized with a complementary desert. The food was very well prepared and presented, at least what there was of it. That's our downside. Expected the portions to be larger (by 50%) for the price. The appetizer was tasting menu size. The main course could have been an appetizer, and lacked a vegtable and startch. The desert portion, however, was just right."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2005
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Review 45 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service was a bit intrusive.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service was a bit intrusive. Also, pre-theater menu is advertised online as $35 per person but is in fact $39 per person."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2005
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Review 46 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding all around - great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Outstanding all around - great food, service, decor, cocktails, and wine. Will definitely be back."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 47 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was excellent except
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was excellent except for one dish that was oversalted. Nevertheless, a very fine meal."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very nice food, friendly service,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very nice food, friendly service, and nice ambiance"
Dined on 03/27/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 49 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
the celery root soup is phenomenal
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the celery root soup is phenomenal"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 50 for The Oval Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall it was an enjoyable
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Overall it was an enjoyable experience. The pork chop I had was a bit on the tough side, but everything else was great...good sized portions and delicious desserts. I would recommend this restaurant for a special occasion."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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