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BlackSalt, Washington, DC
Award-winning

BlackSalt

4.8
4.8
6685 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
BlackSalt is the much anticipated concept restaurant from Chef Jeff Black, featuring an upscale fish market fronting a vibrant bar and elegant restaurant.
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  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Global, International, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 342-9101
  • Website
    http://www.blacksaltrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Quanta Robinson
  • Private party facilities
    BlackSalt offers semi-private areas of the restaurant that will accommodate up to 30 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Nur Sulistiono: (202) 342-9101
  • Location
    4883 MacArthur Blvd., Washington, DC 20007
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighbourhood
    Palisades Northwest
  • Cross Street
    V Street NW
  • Parking details
    metered weekdays, nonmetered weekends
  • Public transit
    Foggy Bottom Metro/Dupont Circle<br />D6 Bus Stop
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 6,685 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
BlackSalt offers "consistently exceptional" seafood with a "memorable experience," making it a top choice for "special occasions" in DC. Guests rave about the "fantastic food" and "outstanding service." The restaurant's cozy setting and attention to detail, like personalized menus, enhance the dining experience. Perfect for seafood lovers.

6,685 Reviews

  1. Wendy

    Washington DC

    85 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    85 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Black Salt is a neighborhood gem, always producing great seafood and other dishes, giving variety in their choices and an extra flare in the preparation. (You can’t get fried ipswich clams anywhere else.)The staff is just wonderful. And they have a fine wine list,too.

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  2. Howard

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is an OUTSTANDING seafood restaurant based on the food, the service and the ambience. The food is consistently top tier as is the service. There is a fish market counter in the very front of the restaurant so you are able to pick your seafood; having been to Blacksalt a number of times now, the seafood is always fresh as you will find. The bar area in the front is lively without being loud; the dining room in the back is quiet - so you can pick your preferred area. Give this restaurant an opportunity, I know you’ll be back!

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  3. Tasha

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed the service, food and ambience for a casual mid-week birthday dinner for my husband. The personalized menu with special b-day wishes was much appreciated!!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 29, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    There was a very poor waiter service. That was our wedding anniversary dinner that was not recognized at all but the host greetings. Not sure why bother to even ask the customer about a special occasion if nothing special you can provide. During the dinner our waiter did not stop by ONCE to ask how everything is or if we need anything. The bill was given by the bartender, not our waiter who could have at least thanked us for coming and dining there. We were speechless, the night was ruined by such ignorance and poor service. Frankly, we are usually treated with much more respect at any other bar/restaurant that is not ranked as high as Black Salt.

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  5. Mike

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience at Black Salt. We started with fresh oysters and salad. Then Bouillabaisse and halibut. Delish.

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  6. Stephanie

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Service is usually good, but was really slow a few nights ago. Food was really good so I’m sure we will be back, but was just an off night for them.

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  7. Felicia

    Washington DC

    174 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    174 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always! My go to place. Service and food the best.

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  8. Jeff

    Los Angeles

    89 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    89 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellence from beginning to end starting with Lucky Limes from PEI to mussels, soft-shell crabs, halibut with blue crab ravioli and finishing with key lime pie. Outstanding service! Highly recommended.

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  9. Mark

    Washington DC

    51 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely marvelous. My relatives were in town from South Carolina and they simply raved about the delicious preparations of the appetizers and main courses.

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  10. Kamyar

    Washington DC

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This gem is among my favorite restaurants. The menu items are always exciting and get updated from time to time. Highly recommended.

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FAQs

BlackSalt offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 342-9101.

BlackSalt is rated 4.8 stars by 6685 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for BlackSalt

4883 MacArthur Blvd., Washington, DC 20007

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    V Street NW
  • Neighbourhood
    Palisades Northwest
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Global, International, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    metered weekdays, nonmetered weekends
  • Public transit
    Foggy Bottom Metro/Dupont CircleD6 Bus Stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Quanta Robinson
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.blacksaltrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (202) 342-9101
  • Private party facilities
    BlackSalt offers semi-private areas of the restaurant that will accommodate up to 30 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Nur Sulistiono: (202) 342-9101

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