This contemporary Turk off Dupont Circle lets diners graze on hot and cold meze or choose from grilled kebabs, braised meats and Turkish-style pizzas (called pide) from the wood-burning oven. The stylish surrounds feature banquettes, striking chandeliers and a built-in walled wine rack, plus a spacious sidewalk patio that's ideal for people-watching in mild weather.
THIS RESTAURANT IS CLOSED Levante's Restaurant Review:
With its bold blues and yellows, this Middle Eastern restaurant has taken DC by storm. Drop in at lunch or dinner and scan around for a vacant table. It seems everyone has stopped by for a glass of wine, a loaf or two of the restaurant’s superb hot bread dunked in golden olive oil and one of the oversized Turkish pides---a pizza boat loaded with your choice of toppings. We are addicted to the...