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Sixth Engine Restaurant
A contemporary American restaurant set in D.C.'s 1st firehouse, Sixth Engine uses classic techniques to produce comfort foods with a touch of refinement while providing polished service in a comfortable setting.
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141 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 141 reviews
5 stars
(42)
4 stars
(70)
3 stars
(23)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(83)
- fit for foodies(48)
- great for brunch(45)
- good for groups(38)
- great for outdoor dining(34)
- vibrant bar scene(22)
Sixth Engine Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice place
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It's a good place for groups and special occasions"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 2 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
birthday celebration
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"party of 8 for birthday great variety of drinks food very enjoyable. went to the bar after dinner, very good vibe also. thanks we'll be back"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great menu, good drinks
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"my shandy was the perfect late morning drink...lots of good choices on the brunch menu, expected more flavor from the virginia ham used in my egg dish, though. overall the food could have been better seasoned, something is needed to punch up the flavor."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother's Day brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My family came in to visit this weekend from out of town for Mother's Day and I took them to sixth engine for brunch on Sunday. None of us had ever been there but I will certainly be going back. The food was delicious and drinks strong. My mother is an eggs Benedict connoisseur who orders them whenever and wherever we go to breakfast, and said these were probably the best she has ever had. No complaints. Great food, cool decor, friendly staff."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 5 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Here's the thing...
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"For a short while when this restaurant opened, this was one of my favorite places. They had this absolutely fantastic pork sandwich, great drinks, and an outdoor area for day drinking. Then they got rid of the best thing on the menu (that pork sandwich), and the quirks that I had associated with a new restaurant never went away. My biggest pet peeve? I order an appetizer and it arrives at the EXACT SAME MOMENT as my meal. The last two time I was there they didn't even bring out the free chips and dip (that you're supposed to get when you order a meal) until my meal came out.
Bottom line: Okay food, and junior varsity service mistakes. Not work the money.
Highlights: Fantastic drinks and black truffle macaroni and cheese."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 6 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Beware of slim lunch selection
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Let me start by saying that I love Sixth Engine -- for dinner. However, if you visit them at say 2 p.m. on a Saturday and don't want to re-eat breakfast, the options are really limited.
Sixth Engine -- I want to eat lunch at your restaurant! Please move some of the dinner items to the earlier menu!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 7 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Average all the way around
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dined prior to attending the Shakespeare Theatre. Nothing spetacular, but fairly priced. We might return for lunch if in the area while showing out-of-town friends nearby sites.
The service needs to be polished. The two of us were orignally led to tables adjacent to the noisy bar populated by several groups instead of being asked where we preferred to be seated. There is a patio area as well as an upstairs dining room. We had to ask to be reseated in the restaurant area. As we were finishing our coffee, a large party began to arrive. Our server propmply forgot we were there. We had to flag another person to get our check as our server began taking their order. The large party would not have noticed if they had to wait 45 seconds."
Dined on 4/12/2013
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Review 8 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice space & service, food just ok
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I loved the space and the service was friendly and efficient. But the food was just OK, and not inexpensive. I did like the beer list and the homemade potato chips, but my and my spouse's main courses were nothing to write home about.
If I were to return, it would be to go to the bar if I was in the neighborhood. It seemed like a cool place to hang out and have a beer."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2002
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly
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Review 9 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was my second trip to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was my second trip to Sixth Engine, and I enjoyed it just as much as I did my first. No matter what I choose from the menu, it turns out to be excellent and the apple fritters are to die for."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 10 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lots of fun cocktails and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Lots of fun cocktails and a great time for a group! I had hush puppies (YUM!) and a steak and house salad. All delicious!!! The Mass Ave 75 is my favorite cocktail!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 11 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The kids liked their burgers.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The kids liked their burgers. The best I can say about the shrimp dish, though, was that it was not bad."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2007
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Review 12 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Entrée was great, the appetizer
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Entrée was great, the appetizer was awful. With so many excellent restaurants in the area, we probably won't return."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
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Review 13 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was really good,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was really good, but we had been sitting there for an hour before we got it. Very slow. Luckily we had coffee to sip on while waiting."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2011
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Review 14 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went for a pre-Caps game
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went for a pre-Caps game dinner and drinks and it turned out to be a good choice. The service was truly excellent. We were inside on the second floor which is very cavernous but not echo-y so you don't have to hear the neighboring conversations. The music level was appropriate and not too loud. The pre-meal, chips are like kettle cooked Munchos and we all thought they were great. Had burgers and pork tenderloin which were both very good. They tend to cook the burgers a little lighter than usual so medium well is closer to medium but it was fine. Probably one of the better burgers I've had in DC (best in the area is Alewife in Balto). Had little sugar cookies with the cheque which I thought was a nice touch."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First decent day of spring
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First decent day of spring in DC and we had reservations for dinner. We were lucky to score a table on the patio and enjoyed the pork and filet main courses. Both delicious and well seasoned. Service was attentive but not overbearing. Good wine selection and unique beers available. Will definitely return."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2007
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We really loved the ambiance
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We really loved the ambiance and the food. Will definitely be back."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 17 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
1 hour wait despite reservation
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Despite our reservations we still had to wait an hour at the bar to be seated! Crazy. Also the place normally has outdoor seating but it seems to be closed at the moment so the indoor part was overly crowded and unbearably warm. The wait staff is pleasant and the food is great so not a complete loss but very very slow kitchen causing back up in seating despite reservations"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
very busy during cherry blossom
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"very busy during cherry blossom season, but always a delight!"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2011
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic burgers, fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fantastic burgers, fantastic brunches (best eggs in city - always cooked to perfection) and perfect Bloody Marys! Staff are not only pleasant, but great fun and efficient!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 20 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Steak was very smokey flavored
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Steak was very smokey flavored and not a great cut of meat. Burgers were good."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
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Review 21 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Overall a very pleasant experience.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall a very pleasant experience. Good food, drinks and a fun place. I'm sure we will be back!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good for drinks, just ok for food.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been to Sixth Engine three times now. The previous two times the food was on the bland side but the drinks and appetizers weren't bad. We gave them about 6 months before going back this last time and we tried some newer items. The chicken proved they got over their blandness issue - a little too well, as it was on the salty side. The bulgogi flatbread didn't taste like bulgogi and it didn't taste great. The green curry soup was tasty, but not substantial.
The drinks (wine in this case) were great. The service was also very attentive and responsive. I think from now on, this will be a bar for us, not a restaurant."
The drinks (wine in this case) were great. The service was also very attentive and responsive. I think from now on, this will be a bar for us, not a restaurant."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Tried Sixth Engine prior to
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Tried Sixth Engine prior to attending an event at the Verizon Center. Dispute our.party alerting them if our consideration of time, service was SLOW. We ordered 2 appetizers for our party of 3, the spinach dip and the hush puppies, both tasty.
For entrees my husband ordered the filet with frites and my friend and I shared the shrimp sandwich and the truffled macaroni and cheese. The filet was excellent. The shrimp sandwich was underwhelming with the shrimp being overbreaded and overcooked. The truffled mac and cheese was rich however they dollop the goat cheese on the top to mix in at the table, so the dish is not piping hot, which is a personal preference."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2012
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Review 24 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is consistently good,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is consistently good, the portions are healthy and the menu items unique and fun. They provide service with a smile, an excellent beer list and a lively ambiance. It is my go to place in the neighborhood."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2006
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A gem!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and ambience of the old fire station."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was our first time at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first time at Sixth Engine. We were getting an early dinner before a Capitals game at Verizon Center. The food was great, the service was good and the entire experience was very enjoyable. We will definitely be back."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Incredible service. Great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Incredible service. Great surprises (chips before meal, cookies after). Good food."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great setting. Food was pretty
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great setting. Food was pretty good and reasonably priced."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 29 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was very good overall.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good overall. Only thing I would not order again would be the steak frites (pepper crust was incredibly/overwhelmingly peppery!!!). BEST onion rings I've had in a long time. Oxtail nachos and hush puppies are delicious too. Great beer selection."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 30 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
If only the food had been as good..
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was good, but nothing exceptional. However, I loved the service and the atmosphere upstairs. Great lighting!"
Dined on 03/17/2013
2007
Special Features: romantic
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Review 31 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I've been to brunch here a
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been to brunch here a couple times, which is consistently excellent, especially when outside seating is available; I went back for dinner with some folks who are visiting from out-of-town and it was just okay. The salad was fine, but the burgers and fries were both overcooked. (We had two burger orders in our party, so it wasn't just the one.) However, the gem of the menu is the bulgogi sandwich. It can do no wrong. That sauce is delicious."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2012
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining
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Review 32 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was just warm instead
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was just warm instead of hot, but it was very tasty"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Menu changes, specials are
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Menu changes, specials are good, food is fresh, and staff is great. Deserts are a little hidden jem if you still have room after the meal! And don't forget to check out the drink special board - very fun."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
First time at Sixth Engine.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time at Sixth Engine. Went with several friends for happy hour. Seated promptly with a comfortable corner table. Drinks were excellent and the view of the post-work week traffic passing by the window added to the feeling. We didn't try much of the food menu, but the wait staff was pleasant and efficient. Nice outing!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 35 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was excellent. I
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was excellent. I had a bulgogi sandwich, salad, hush puppies and apple fritters and all were great. It was not rushed at all so a nice place to spend an evening with friends."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had brunch here with a few
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had brunch here with a few old coworkers. It was a quiet atmosphere that allowed us to catch up and the food was great! the chocolate chip flapjacks were heavenly. I also got the french press coffee but it honestly tasted like instant coffee or they were just not being generous enough with the coffee to water ratio, but the waitress was very patient and kind and did not even end up charging me and my boyfriend for the large pot (which we did not drink). The building used to be a old firehouse so architecturally it was a great spot to enjoy brunch!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 37 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Pretty good pre-theatre choice...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Pretty good pre-theatre choice... On the casual side, but good food and a nice, unique atmosphere. Dined early for a 7pm show, didn't get to experience the bar scene. Might go back for that."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had heard great things, but
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had heard great things, but never made it out. Was impressed from the second I sat down. The food was great. The dining space was gorgeous. The one downside was that our server was on the uninformed side, but he did his best to help us out. Will definitely be back."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2012
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 39 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was good but it would
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was good but it would be nice if there were more options for vegetarians or people who don't eat pork."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Definitely going back
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I went for a casual business dinner on a weekend night. The food was all great, decent-sized portions, cocktails were very tasty. The atmosphere was also great for this - the decor is cool and relaxed."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 41 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I dined with a party of six
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I dined with a party of six and everything ordered we loved. Ravest review was for a steak sandwich (named something like Bulgari... Can't recall exactly) but the goat cheese Mac and cheese was amazing, too, and the flatbread and filet and the list goes on. My only complaints... The water is served in glass jars which the wait staff thinks are bigger than they are. We were constantly out of water and trying to track down someone to bring us more. Secondly, the menu doesn't offer much in the healthier range. Even attempting to just add a vegetable as a side, the only option was in some cream sauce.
Ambiance was great though, in an old firehouse and the outside was lit up - looked like it'd be a fun place to eat outside when spring comes."
Ambiance was great though, in an old firehouse and the outside was lit up - looked like it'd be a fun place to eat outside when spring comes."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 42 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My favorite local restaurant,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My favorite local restaurant, have been there 3 times and have always had fantastic meals (all different)."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 43 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
An overall very pleasant experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"An overall very pleasant experience from the pleasant greeting at the front door. We were immediately brought upstairs to the main dining room with the high ceilings & windows. Very cool space with it's simple, rustic elegance. The food was very good with a nice range of food, modestly priced. The specialty cocktails were fun & very good too!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 44 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great location and space.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great location and space. Food was excellent"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 45 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was well prepared and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was well prepared and service was exceptional!!!! *** Try the pork chop and the house chips, they are fantastic ***"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 46 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great date restaurant. Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great date restaurant. Food was amazing, ambiance was great, will definitely be going back!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic
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Review 47 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, great dining experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a wonderful surprise and great dining experience! I have been meaning to come to Sixth Engine for some time because I live in the Mount Vernon Triangle area. I'm glad I finally did so and was proud to bring a group of friends with me to share the experience. I will definitely come back. The service was terrific! The place was clean and had a great ambiance. The drinks were delicious. And most importantly, the food was quite good. Everyone was pleased with their order. The food arrived hot and the portions were just right, if not generous. It tasted fresh and well made, cohesive and modern. It didn't just look good on the plate, it also pleased the palete. I'm so glad this restuarant is in our neighborhood."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 48 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
If you are looking for a great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you are looking for a great meal before an event at Verizon Center and don't want a national/regional chain restaurant, this is the perfect place. I had the filet and it was perfect."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 49 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Sixth Engine is a true neighborhood
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Sixth Engine is a true neighborhood gem. Dine upstairs - lovely room with magestic windows, old brick walls. We both had the grilled shrimp over black-eye peas, and lovedthe dish, well cooked and good combination of ingredients. Going back for Valentine's Day ! Bar downstairs noisy, but fun. Small dining room off bar had several families,but also couples - cozy,but noisy. Service in bar and upstairs very good."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 50 for Sixth Engine Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding restaurant! Ambiance
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Outstanding restaurant! Ambiance was great, food was great, service was great. We came from Southern Maryland to go to the Auto Show and stopped for brunch. We cant wait to drive all the way back just to eat here. It was that good."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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