Tobey Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 It's a bit short notice, but looking for suggestions for the 25th wedding anniversary dinner, which is on Wednesday. I've culled through some of the reviews, but can't make up my mind. Best chef's tables to try for reservations maybe? (This could be fun, my husband just emailed to say I can pick, any place sounds good!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sthitch Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 Not a chef's table, but I think that Corduroy would be a nice place for such an event. Another option would be Marcel's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B.A.R. Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 Not a chef's table, but I think that Corduroy would be a nice place for such an event. Another option would be Marcel's. I second Marcel's. Also, it is gesnerally easy (too easy) to get a table at the sublime Oval Room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 My answer for special occasions in DC is always Marcel's. I'd save the chef's table for another time - you want the focus to be on your partner, not the show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tobey Posted May 23, 2011 Author Share Posted May 23, 2011 My answer for special occasions in DC is always Marcel's. I'd save the chef's table for another time - you want the focus to be on your partner, not the show. Excellent point! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericandblueboy Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 Get the tasting menu at Fiola, I would. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jandres374 Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 I second the Fiola tasting menu. We did the 5 course recently and it was outstanding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenticket Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 Get the tasting menu at Fiola, I would. While I'm sure the tasting menu is great, I found it VERY noisy on my one visit to Fiola. Not ideal (in my opinion) for a special occasion. On the other hand, the bar at CityZen might fit the bill - but that's more about my tastes these days. If you want the more formal dining experience, there are reservations at CityZen available for Wednesday (per OpenTable). I've never been to Marcel's but I'm sure you wouldn't go wrong there, either, and they also show availability on OpenTable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bookluvingbabe Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 We did our anniversary dinner on Friday at Eola in Dupont Circle. It was a terrific meal, nicely paced and came in right around $200. We also had the place pretty much to ourselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericandblueboy Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 We did our anniversary dinner on Friday at Eola in Dupont Circle. It was a terrific meal, nicely paced and came in right around $200. We also had the place pretty much to ourselves. Big fan of Eola, sorry to hear that they're not busy on a Friday night. This place used to turn less often used parts of the animal into creative and tasty dishes. I see the menu now is comprised of more mundane cuts of the animal. Nevertheless, I expect a high level of execution. menu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jandres374 Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 What about the Oval Room? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tobey Posted May 24, 2011 Author Share Posted May 24, 2011 What about the Oval Room? That's one of my choices, along with Marcel's, CityZen and now Eola. Though I am leaning toward Marcel's now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B.A.R. Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 What about the Oval Room? Agnolotti. Short Ribs. Outstanding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bookluvingbabe Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 We did Marcel's last year and it was fine but did not seem overly special or worth the incredible pricetag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkS Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 Volt, though I havent been back since Top Chef. Service and food were both outstanding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tobey Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 Thanks to all who replied. After consulting my husband, we went to Marcel's. It was lovely. We got the five course tasting menu, and of course, did not miss the boudin blanc, which was amazing! Pam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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