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   PauloF

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

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   Delicious food with great presentation and a friendly staff. They also have gluten-free options! Highly recommended!

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2. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

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   Friendly with excellent food.

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   OpenTable Diner

   Exclusive

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

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   We ordered a variety of mezze and everything from the beet salad to the lamb kebabs and the grilled octopus to the rest was simply delicious! Best Mediterranean restaurant we have been to in this area

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   tweetgood

   Washington DC

   139 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   139 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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   The food was served very promptly. Our server was very busy and she tried her best.

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   Kryger

   Washington DC

   44 reviews

   5.0

   44 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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   Took my parents and infant daughter here for brunch. The staff was very accommodating for the baby, helping find us a comfortable location and storing the stroller. The meal itself was great, really enjoyable. We tried the mezze platter to start, everything on it was awesome. I really enjoyed my shrimp and pasta entree, my mother loved the french toast and greek yogurt, and my father said that the short ribs were almost melt in your mouth soft. Fresh and fun cocktails, and a nice selection of greek wine. All in all a great brunch experience, will definitely return and looking forward to going to dinner there sometime soon as well!

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   KPDC

   Washington DC

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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   Loved it! Restaurant was super accommodating, switching us from a colder spot to a booth table. Food was very delicious and healthy. Service amazing. Ambience so light and airy and eco, loved it. Only thing was the dessert, literally friend thought she was ordering a donut but instead got 6-7 and charged $16. Bit much. Other than that, I would go back in a heartbeat.

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   susanb

   Richmond

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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   Wonderful ambiance with the walls open on two sides to breezy patio. Delicious creative food- beautifully plated Will definitely return

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   Ashley

   Washington DC

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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   This was my first time visiting Melina and it was absolutely wonderful. The portions were smaller than expected but provided an opportunity to try a variety of food and it was all delicious. Sevice was very friendly and gave excellent suggestions to make things enjoyable. Would definitely go back again to try some other items off the menu.

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   VincentM

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

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   Extremely tasty authentic Greek food with a modern twist. Nice but limited wine list.

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    SpartacoC

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

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    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

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    Good food, good place… not Greek food ( just using Greek yogurt does not make it Greek….) , but very interesting I recommend..

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    Silverpalate

    Los Angeles

    18 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

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    We went early before a movie. Fun with windows open. Food is amazingly creative and delicious. Had the tuna appetizer, fresh bread and spread, Iceland cod with beets (incredible), and a shrimp pasta. The cocktails were just ok imo…too sweet and not enough variety. Server was just ok - not personable, just sorta mailing it quickly in - dotting his I’s and crossing his tees. That was the only weak link - hostesses seemed new but were earnest and friendly. Definitely would go there again.

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    FoodieFriend

    Baltimore

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

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    The food is outstanding and unique-tastefully presented with unique flavor combinations. The serving size was just right. The staff at lunch hurried us and the greeter upon arrival was not warm and inviting. Otherwise, we really enjoyed the eating space and the food

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    CarolB

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

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    Food was great and so was the service I look forward to eating there again.

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    JillP

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

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    We were there for lunch. Sandwiches very good as was the service. Noise level quite high-3 little older ladies. We asked them to turn down the music and they did. I would like to come back for dinner

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    mariar

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

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    Food was delicious and service was excellent!

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16. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    Food was excellent, felt rushed by the server during the meal.

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    Michael

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

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    Izzy, our server was excellent. She was the best part of the experience for us. I had really high expectations of the food, and it was good but not as awesome as I hoped.

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    AvaZ

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

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    It was a birthday lunch for a friend. It was perfect

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19. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

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    Excellent appetizers. I loved the crispy potatoes, and lamb kofte. For the entrees, the portobello mushroom souvlak and the chicken breast lemonato were also both delicious.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2022

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    Our favorite restaurant in the area!!

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2022

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    Excellent experience

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    AntoniaK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2022

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    Exceptional service overall ! The hostess was very accommodating and polite, the food was amazing ( for a minute I thought I was in Greece) , the waitress was helpful at explaining all the meals and had good suggestions. Can’t wait to go back and try more of the meals.

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    Birthday

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2022

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    We really loved Melina. Food was extraordinary! Very different- very wonderful. Attractive and spacious setting. Special thanks to our server who added greatly to the whole exhibition.

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    NancyK

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2022

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    Superb service, excellent food. A joyful experience, we will definitely go back. Unfortunately the noise level was extremely loud. You had to shout to be heard, so best to visit with just two diners since having a four way conversation would be difficult.

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25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2022

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    Went there for brunch. Probably one of the best brunches I’ve had in the United States.

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    Yoshibird7

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2022

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    Our waitress was very nice and informative. Food was really good. We Will be back. Fun place to dine with friends.

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    CylaW

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 17, 2022

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    Great waiter, excellent food, nice ambiance. It’s nice to have a variety from which to choose depending on your appetite for the moment. I would definitely come back again and again

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    DinaL

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 15, 2022

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    This was the second time I ate at Melina in the past two weeks. It is a very good restaurant.

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    Musiclover

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 13, 2022

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    We enjoyed an outstanding anniversary dinner at Melina. Every dish was beautifully plated. The chef has put together a wonderful combination of flavors. I would highly recommend this restaurant though it is a little pricey. We would definitely come back!

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    JaniceB

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 13, 2022

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    We really enjoyed our meal at Molina. It’s the first time we’ve ever been there. We ordered three dishes for the two of us. Beet salad, shrimp and pasta, cheese pie. We did not order dessert because there was nothing on the menu that interested us. The three items that we ate were all delicious and I would recommend them to anyone. Our waiter was great. Very friendly. He brought each item out separately which was a great way to eat each serving while it was hot.

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    lesliet

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 12, 2022

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    food was excellent and service was very good. I would highly recommend this restaurant. We sat outdoors which was very pleasant.

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    PadreG

    Washington DC

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on June 12, 2022

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    Third time to Melina and it only keeps getting better. Food is consistent and original. Service is attentive but approachable. Cocktails are exceptional. Hopefully this local gem doesn’t too crowded.

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    jozz

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2022

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    First time dining here and it was for our anniversary. The whole experience was lovely. The booth was cozy and the space is beautiful albeit a tad noisy. The service was low key and spot on. All of the food we ordered was delicious. The old fashion, bread basket, tuna tataki (yum!), charred baby gem salad (so delicious with the pistachio pesto), cheese pie (decadent!), lamb kofta, and shrimp. We followed it up with cappuccino, espresso martini, and the delicious donuts for dessert. Then much to our surprise they brought out a heart sparkler with champagne to commemorate our anniversary. So thoughtful and made our celebration that much more special. We will definitely be returning to explore the rest of the menu. Hat off to Melina!

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    Elgee

    Washington DC

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    Beautiful restaurant. Very busy, so the kitchen service was a little slow. I’d classify the dishes in the order in which I’d want to eat more: Lamb in parchment, along with pita, pickled onions, tzatziki and crispy potatoes. Absolutely delicious, but very greasy, so if you have a temperamental stomach, I’d skip it. The lamb was succulent and the perfect texture. The pita had more of a naan feeling, given it was slathered in oil and topped with onion—so decadent and satisfying. My hubby topped his pita with lamb and all accoutrements, but I opted only for the pickled onion because the tzatziki would’ve been too much, since the sandwich was so greasy and heavy already. I was happy with my decision because the crunchy, bright onion balanced the dish by lightening it up. *The kitchen should serve a heaping side of mint/parsley with this. Would be what takes this from delicious to outstanding. Get the cheese pie. Although more a grown-up dessert, you can’t miss this during your dining experience. I wasn’t expecting much because the crust looked dry, but what looks like a sliced empanada is a delightful crusty, creamy handheld treat, drizzled with a good dose of honey and spiked with unexpected heat of cayenne. Hamachi. Loved the creamy taramo mixture dotted with vibrant herbed oil. The dusting of dried grape leaf was an amazing touch (akin to topping kebabs with lively sumac). Beet salad was so whimsical and gorgeous. Good thing we somewhat eat with our eyes, because the flavors seemed somewhat boring but boosted by the healthy feel of the dish. If you’re into specialty cocktails, order an Old Fashioned. A little bartender witchcraft using Elderwood imparts a decidedly smoky flavor to a typically sharp but unbalanced drink. After sipping, I found myself thinking, “Now, THAT’S how an Old Fashioned should taste.” Interestingly, when I raised the glass to my nose when it was almost finished, I smelled the distinct aroma of craft root beer. Server was lovely.

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    disappointed

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2022

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    Outdoor dining experience greatly impacted by the loud hot rods and heavy traffic adjacent to the dining area. The food was great though hard to enjoy. Also we had a handicapped member of our party. They had to park with flashing lights next to the curb to unload/reload my disabled friend. There was a hit and run incident outside Melina and the car's side mirror was destroyed. This happened while my friend was leaving Melina's. We will not return unless the traffic situation is resolved.

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    RobertT

    Washington DC

    66 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2022

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    Inventive, delicious food. Prices are high and portions are somewhat small. Lovely ambiance.

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    swimmom

    Washington DC

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2022

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    We celebrated a birthday with delicious Greek food, and craft cocktails. Great service and lovely ambiance. So good to have fine dining outside the beltway.

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    AnaBanana

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2022

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    Melina is a fine new addition to Pike and Rose. The only drawback, sitting outdoors, our table was in direct sun. My husband ordered a beer it did not come until he asked the waiter again and perhaps because they were out of the two he was interested in.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 9, 2022

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    Outstanding is the only word I can think of to describe our dinner. The restaurant is gorgeous! I have been trying to convince my husband to go with me, and once we got there, he wished we had come earlier. Our server was also fantastic. Don’t even think twice and just go to Melinda! You won’t regret it.

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    Petra

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 9, 2022

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    Amazing food! We loved everything we tried but the standouts were the tuna tataki, octopus and the dessert (can’t remember the name but it was crispy phyllo, custard and cinnamon ice cream). Service by Danny was fantastic as well. The only thing that we didn’t love was that there weren’t umbrellas on all the outdoor tables and the sun was blazing when we got there. Considering the fact that lots of people are still only comfortable eating outside, making sure there’s shade on all the tables wouldn’t be a bad idea.

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