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Persimmon
Newly renovated Persimmon is bringing a more bistro vibe to the neighborhood offering up unforgettable favorites along with a handful of fresh new fares!
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143 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 143 reviews
5 stars
(31)
4 stars
(64)
3 stars
(33)
2 stars
(13)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(85)
- fit for foodies(56)
- great for lunch(28)
- special occasion(23)
- notable wine list(18)
- good for groups(7)
Persimmon Reviews List
Review 1 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Too noisy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was delicious but the noise level was unbelievably loud. I think they remodeled just to generate more noise. We went there when they remodeled to lessen the noise. The noise was so bad we wouldn't consider going with friends as we couldn't make conversation with each other. Definitely not planning to return on a weekend"
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 2 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Thanks for great experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was attentive, engaging and fun. Server David Spivak deserves special recognition: he's a gem! The food was superb."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food not as good, very noisy
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had been wanting to go back to Persimmon, as we had been there a year ago and enjoyed the experience. This time the food was not as good as before. The restaurant was also extremely noisy, to the level it was difficult to have a conversation. The service was also not as good as it was before and was the biggest disappointment; after telling the server we would not be ordering alcohol she ignored us for a while. The appetizers and deserts were fine, but when entrees were brought to our table one did not arrive. By the time it did, 2 of the other diners had already finished with their food! Of course, if they had waited their food would have been cold. The food was also not as good as other comparably priced options. Perhaps an off night?"
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 4 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Should have worn ear muffs!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was the noisiest restaurant experience we have encountered since eating in Grand Central Station in the 1990s. The two of us had to shout to be heard across our little two-top.
To OpenTable: I have asked before that you include a noise level beyond "energetic". This biased scale is a sop to your restaurants and a slap to your customers (I entered "energetic" only because your program will not allow me to submit my review otherwise). Be honest like Tom Sietsma and allow your audience to identify "extremely loud" places that are a waste of time and money for many of us. Otherwise, I will not post any more reviews."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 5 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Basically Perfect
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Persimmon is a restaurant I can recommend without hesitation. As a confessed foodie, I hold restaurants to high standards and am not generous with "rave reviews." We took my mother here for a Mother's Day dinner and I was beyond pleased and impressed. From the wine list to the quality of the entrees I could not have been more pleased. My only minor complaint is that the tables are rather close together, but I can't blame them for trying to accommodate the demand they must encounter. You get superb food for the price you pay and the experience seemed very personable and individualized. I cannot wait to return. Everyone loved their meal and likely would have licked their plates if it were socially acceptable. Thank you!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food Great but Loud
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food remains terrific and the service is first rate. But the restaurant can be very loud. We actually moved our table into the far back to get away from two tables where the people were not using their inside voices and you could not converse with the person across the table from you. But I will go back - often."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 7 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great Mothers Day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love this restaurant. The food is always good, the service was great. Will go back again and again."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I loved Persimmon before and am happy to have them back after their renovation. The menu has expanded and now includes some more "Casual entree" choices. Great improvement, so we can go there more often."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Persimmon, which we went to celebrate my wife's birthday and Mother's Day, was a terrific experience. The service was excellent and the good was great. Simply a great experience. Kudos to ownership and the staff."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The new, improved Persimmon
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"still has excellent food but the menu has a wider range of dishes and prices, which is a welcome change. Although the row of tables leading to the rear has been replaced by booths and a bar (and possibly redesigned kitchen), I don't really see why the new decor took so long. The ambiance seems the same, still slightly noisier than I like - but then we go to Persimmon mainly for the food. The chairs and especially the booths could use some cushions. We had a delicious dinner to celebrate a friend's birthday, and the waitress brought her dessert with a candle, a nice touch."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 11 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mother's Day dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good service. We especially liked the lobster rolls appetizer, very tasty!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Too Noisy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Why do you NOT have a negative evaluation for the noise level? What is energetic to some is too noisy for others. Yet you give no opportunity for that choice so you are missing many negative evaluations for noise unless a person (like me) decides this once to take time to write a review. YOUR MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS NEEDS TO INCLUDE "TOO NOISY.""
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistently very good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We come to this restaurant once or twice a month and are rarely disappointed. The kitchen uses quality ingredients and does not overwhelm them with cloying sauces or a poor balance of spices.."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
WONDERFUL SUPRISE
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ordered the boulliabaise (my favorite dish anywhere). It was absolutely the best I've had ANYWHERE! Perfectly seasoned, with a beautiful selection of fish and seafood.....can't wait to go back!!"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was divine. But, I just don't get the decor. (They recently remodeled but having never been inside before I had no expectations one way or another.) Nevertheless, I was shocked at how cheap it looked - especially the the banquets, chairs and tables. (The art was nice, but seemed out of place given the cheap appearance of the fixtures.) Overall the ambience was more pizza joint than bistro. That said, the food was delicious - as superb as ever. I suspect Persimmon's clientele are foodie devotees willing to overlook the rather strange and none-to-appealing makeover."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Saturday lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"An visiting friend is very fond of a meal she had several years ago at Persimmon. She wanted to have a quick lunch there during a very busy day for us. We liked the new look, enjoyed the food, found the service friendly."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent lobster rolls and easily accomodated salad request for Friets."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 18 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
After the renovation
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I missed the white table cloths and more elegant feel.pre-renovation."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very Pleasantly Surprised!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Persimmon was a very pleasant surprise. I enjoyed the food and the great service. I highly recommend and look forward to going back for dinner."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It was a pleasant meal. The
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was a pleasant meal. The waiter was attentive without being overbearing, the food was good and the wine was decent. All in all a nice evening."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2012
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Review 21 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Better than ever
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My friend and I have been coming to Persimmon for years. The food is as good as ever, but the presentation, ambiance, and service are better than ever."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
This was my second time coming
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my second time coming to Persimmon since it reopened. We went for brunch, arriving right when they open, at 11. Service was slow considering how few people were dining there, but OK. Our main disappointment was with the food, which ranged from very ordinary (pancakes) to overly salted (scallops), but all at inflated prices. It certainly wasn't the way I remember Persimmon from a few years ago, when I could expect high-quality, innovative cuisine."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2010
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Review 23 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We missed Persimmon during
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We missed Persimmon during the many months that it was closed for renovation and are happy that it is back better than ever. The decor is better and the food is as good as ever."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a great dinner at Persimmon
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a great dinner at Persimmon and will definitely be back. The service and food were excellent. Our kind of place."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
used to be a lovely place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"used to be a lovely place along with great food. Food is still good, but charging for bread?????? New atmosphere is not cozy and beautiful as it was."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2012
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Review 26 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food and service were excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service were excellent and leisurely paced. A great evening."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
No longer Bethesda's best
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We used to go to Persimmon regularly before the renovation. Now, an excellent restaurant has a personality crisis. It has many of the same items on the menu, but styles itself as a bistro by adding sandwiches. The warm ambiance of the prior restaurant -- persimmon colored walls, tablecloths, tables lining the back walls -- have been replaced with white walls with oversized paintings of eggplants and pomegranates (no persimmons), dark wood tables, and booths that enclose the diners and cramp the space. The service formerly was friendly and warm, if not always efficient. Now, it was average to disengaged. As I said, we used to go there regularly, had big family dinners and dined with friends. Based on our experience, we don't intend t"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2004
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Review 28 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been going to Persimmon
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been going to Persimmon for years. They recently remodeled and slightly changed their menu to make the restaurant a little more casual. The food has always been excellent and still is and now we can get a sandwich or burger if we want."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
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Review 29 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My husband and I returned
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband and I returned to our favorite restaurant and were very happy to see that our favorite items were still on the menu after the long renovation."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
They must have been short
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They must have been short staffed this Saturday. Took a while for them to acknowledge us, seat us, get a drink order. No bread service, but we did a complimentary crostini.
We will go back, everyone has a tough night at time."
We will go back, everyone has a tough night at time."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 31 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Has become a slightly upscale
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Has become a slightly upscale version of Wild Tomato, which makes it ordinary rather than special. Noise level was such that conversation was most difficult."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2007
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Review 32 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Crowded, tables closer than
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Crowded, tables closer than I like. Noisier than I like."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2006
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Review 33 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
While the restaurant was not
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"While the restaurant was not crowded, our waitress was basically missing in action. Moreover, the food was mediocre. The lettuce in the arugula salad was tasteless and old looking and the shrimp that were served with it were small and bland (not necessarily a bad thing) This was a sad comedown for what had once been a terrific restaurant."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2010
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Review 34 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
persimmon was closed for renovation
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"persimmon was closed for renovations and has recently reopened - i miss the old persimmon. gone are the lovely orange walls and cozy atmosphere. now it is sparse and decorated with what i guess would be called whimsical pictures that make me want to look away. it is the same atmosphere the owners created at their other restaurant, wild tomato, and it isn't welcoming. bare floors, hard wood seating. when it fills up it is going to be very noisy. the menu is longer than before - my mother and i both ordered things they hadn't served before. the crabcake was tasteless - lots of crab but no complementary flavor. they used to offer fresh bread which was tasty but we didn't receive any this visit. too bad to come back weaker."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2013
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Review 35 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Brunch was OK, Prob Better for Dinn
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was a decent meal. The burger was a stand out. The open faced omelet needed more prosciutto and tomatoes. Brunch could be vastly improved with a menu of brunch cocktails too.
I have a feeling that this is a much better place for dinner than for brunch. There was a long and very enticing wine list. Plus, the non-breakfast items seemed better executed."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 36 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
now a bistro
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The recently reopened Persimmon is now less a "fine dining" place and more of a bistro. White walls, black tables and chairs, open, airy, no table cloths. Bar is large and will soon have draft beer. They have a happy hour -- which is not our sort of thing, but it is worth mentioning. AS in the past, offerings are well prepared, very tasty, somewhat creative and well presented. As with any place in Bethesda which is not a fast food joint, it is not inexpensive. But the prices are in line with restaurants in the DC area featuring similar quality and variety. This is a place that past patrons (like us) should revisit -it was closed for six months. As well, those looking for a good meal in a bistro kind of setting should try it out."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 37 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
a little disappointed
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"There were three of us. We had 2 appetizers that were great; 2 of the three entrees were hot, mine, the crab cakes (very bland) were warm then cold by the time I finished, indcluding the mashed potatoes. Didn't say anything because I didn't want to ruin my friends meals and it I didn't want to wait for it to be warmed up. Next time I'll order something that won't matter if it is hot or warm or cold by the time I finished.
Miss the bread and pate that used to be served."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2009
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Review 38 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was really good!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was really good! It is very loud in the restaurant and it was very busy. It was Saturday night and I might prefer to go another night when it's a bit less active but the food was definitely a treat."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fine quality food and excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fine quality food and excellent service -- we were very pleased."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 40 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistenly very good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The tuna nicoise was very good; however, the restaurant should purchase better quality olivess."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 41 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
waiting anxiously while down
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"waiting anxiously while down for renovations, seemed pointless. Felt lack of ambiance considering side booths used wodden benches which one sees at local sports bar. not even a fancy cushion. Cold feeling - liked Persimmon of old. food was okay -- Catch of the day was a bit dry around the edges, but acccompanying veggies were wonderful.
Upon arrival reminded waiter dinner was a 3-b'day celebration [same info on Open Table reservation], waiter acknowledged and that was it for the nite. No mention again and nothing of a celebratory nature at end, other than check.
Upon arrival reminded waiter dinner was a 3-b'day celebration [same info on Open Table reservation], waiter acknowledged and that was it for the nite. No mention again and nothing of a celebratory nature at end, other than check.
All agreed, return visit in the future was unlikely--"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 42 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I have always had excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have always had excellent food and excellent service at Persimmon and this has not changed since it reopened. The waiter was very attentive and offered suggestions. It was a great birthday dinner.j"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 43 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Focus on the FOOD.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had the Bouillabaisse and the scallops. Bouillabaisse lacked flavor, scallops were too salty. Had to wait too long to seat since table was not ready at reserved time. Will not be coming back."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
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Review 44 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
So glad they've re-opened!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been waiting eagerly for the re-opening, and they are indeed new and improved. The place seems more spacious, with a lovely relaxed ambience, inventive food, and reasonable prices. As an appetizer, the portobello and bleu cheese ravioli were... interesting: not a combo I'd considered before (nor am likely to consider again), but definitely different. I ordered the special, fresh-caught rockfish atop a veggie melange with bits of shrimp in a saffron sauce, and was more than pleasantly surprised -- better to say pleasurably amazed! My sister raved over the arugula salad with roasted cherry tomatoes, artichokes, shaved ricotta and shrimp; they were happy to grill the shrimp at her request. I'll be back (said in Terminator Voice)."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 45 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
New and showing it. Not yet
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"New and showing it. Not yet broken in."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2000
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 46 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food and service were
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and service were very good. I wish there were more vegetarian options for brunch though."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2007
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 47 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Order the Specials!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I must have ordered the wrong dish! The person I went with ordered the branzino fish special and it looked absolutely AMAZING. I ordered the wasabi-crusted oyster and a Caesar salad. The oysters were delish, but were sitting in a soy saucy liquid that just didn't seem to go with a crispy oyster crust. The Caesar salad was not good, I must admit. The dressing was too heavy and there was just too much of it. I would give 5 stars for my friend's meal, plus our shared profiteroles. I would give a 3 1/2-4 stars for the oysters in a soupy relish and a 1 star for my Caesar salad.
Lesson learned? Order the specials!!!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
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Review 48 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
To be hornest, I loved the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"To be hornest, I loved the "old decor", the look is too modern for my taste. I like the ambiance and style of the former "Persimmons". Crab cake sandwich arrived "cold". Bring back some of the old favorites of the former "Persimmons""
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 49 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food still good; poor renovation
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"While I still enjoy a meal here, I don't care for the renovation. It is rather sparse and cold feeling. I realize they are trying to be more casual but it needs some warmth through color or fabrics"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 50 for Persimmon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We were looking for a romantic
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were looking for a romantic (read quiet) dining experience and read someplace that it was the ambiance at Persimmon but to our disappointment that was not the case. There was a large group sitting not far from us and they were loud and vibrant that the rest of the couples sitting in our section seemed to also be put off by the noise. A few diners sat and left before they ordered probably because of that. We would have too except it was late and didn't feel like looking for another place for good food.
The chairs were too close together that my add was asked to move closer. That meant I had to move the table closer to me like I was boxed in (seated by the window). We received the wrong bottle of wine too.
No complaints on the food."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2006
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