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My favorite part of staying at the Waldorf Astoria was
My favorite part of staying at the Waldorf Astoria was eating dinner at this restaurant! The ambiance was dark, upscale & glamorous. Our server was amazing & provided a ton of information about everything we had which I appreciated. I'm so thankful I was able to get a last minute reservation with my capitalone card! Since I booked through their website, we each got a complimentary glass of Cava & Sweet Chips to start - what a welcome! We also had these items: CAVIAR CONE - wish I had 10 more because I LOVE Ossetra caviar CRAB LOUIE CONE - amazing how packed with flavor & how fresh the crab was in this little cone NITRO CAIPIRINHA - got a table side show & it was the perfect sorbet-like palate cleanser & cocktail in one! BAO CON LECHON - best Chinese pork belly bun I've ever had OYSTER PO-BOY - oysters & caviar are my kinda food SIMPLE TOMATO SALAD - my tastebuds didn't think this dish was simple whatsoever! NEPTUNE'S PILLOWS - just wow! Spicy tuna inside & tuna sashimi on top with a crispy pillow in between was truly incredible. One of my favorites of the night! ORA KING "EN PAPILLOTE" - the bag this dish is steamed in is cut tableside & topped with a crunchy quinoa that makes for an awesome dish full of different textures! CARROT CAKE - deconstructed & so perfectly done without being overly sweet! Everything was so inventive & done with outstanding cooking techniques. It's no wonder Jose Andres is a Michelin starred chef with so many restaurants worldwide! It was a splurge, but it's so worth the experience & I would definitely go back!
Be the first to ReplyWent for lunch.
Very creative and tasty! Had the smash burger, endive salad, Brussels sprouts, a ham and cheese croquette and key lime pie. I'm usually a very fast eater but I had to eat slowly and savor every bite. The flavors and textures were quite a delightful dining experience. The hamburger and croquettes were delicious
Be the first to ReplyJust beautiful! The service was amazing.
The waiter was fun and friendly. Always served with a smile. From pulling up to the hotel to leaving everything was phenomenal. From Restaurant staff to the hotel staff everyone was amazing. I will definitely be going back for dinner next time I visit Washington DC though for dinner this time because during this visit I went for lunch.
Be the first to ReplyI was SO excited to dine here.
I did the hard sell, over months, to my parents - to get them to ok dining here. I'd been to Bazaar Meat in Vegas. Different. But also many similar dishes. That Vegas meal was one of the best I ever had! So I was selling Bazaar DC pretty hard. We arrived early for my bday reservation. Perfect, no problem, we'll sit at the bar. And we had a lovely time at the bar! The salt air margarita is to die for. Literally. I first discovered it back when the Cosmo in Vegas opened when I dined at China Poblano. It's exquisite! It's so simple, yet also complex. It tastes like drinking a fancy margarita while floating in the ocean. Absolutely divine! Dangerously delicious. You won't even realize how any you've had. Best cocktail ever, IMHO. So eventually the hostess comes over to find us and seats us. It was significantly past our reservation time, which was for the time they opened. But all ok as we were perfectly content at the bar. Truly, not complaining about that. But a note for those thinking they'll be seated right away. Jose Andres is that chef who delivers EVERY TIME. Kudos to his entire team here. They were all incredible. No dish was anything less than perfect. So why just 3 stars? Oof. While our server was so lovely and friendly - we were oversold. "Ok, so I'd recommend at least three more dishes." It was that kind of service. Hint: We did not need more dishes. We felt pushed to order more. We felt shamed when we said "We'll share." We even got told, "That's not something you can share." Hint: You CAN share those things. They may not recommend you cut whatever menu item in half, but you can. And it's still so good! There were many things we wanted to order just two of and told we couldn't. Well, "couldn't" meant not recommended. Not that they actually couldn't. And yeah, spoiler, you can cut all those items in half and they're just as delicious. (We ordered just one of an item and easily divided it into four, despite our server telling us it wasn't possible.) Atmosphere and ambiance is outstanding. Really beautiful and unique. Just watch out for a server trying to make you order more than you want. (This especially irritated me as I'd had a couple of the same menu items in Vegas and encountered zero issues with sharing.) In sum, it's delicious! It's also expensive. (Which, if you're coming here, you know.) Don't let the staff force you to order more than you want. And if they say you can't share it, you can ignore them.
Be the first to ReplyWe have no issue with the food, we very much enjoy the
We have no issue with the food, we very much enjoy the adventure of getting to try many dishes by ordering small plates. Their pacing was perfect since they suggested we order a few dishes at a time and generally the waiters were knowledgable, cheery and helpful. Our disappointment lies entirely with the fact that we were seated in the bar area despite having reservations made weeks in advance. We arrived on time, dressed up and excited to celebrate my husband's birthday, noted in the reservation. It seems to me the restaurant should ask the diner if they are offering bar area seating rather than within the main restaurant. But we were sat in the main atrium at a table set for 4 (we were a party of 2.) We didn't even realize this was the bar area right away but felt disassociated from the whole experience. When we asked the manager what was upstairs and then why we were sat downstairs in the bar area he did not offer any explanation other than it was the discretion of the hostesses. Perhaps they were trying to give the bar area waiters some business?? Regardless, it left us feeling awkward and not a place to celebrate. We will not return despite the food experience being right up our alley. We will save our money for other ways to support Jose Andres and his mission.
Be the first to ReplyWithout a doubt, Bazaar is one of the most-romantic special
Without a doubt, Bazaar is one of the most-romantic special occasion spots in DC. The elegant but understated architecture, the muted lighting, the persuasive but not overwhelming beat of the music, not to mention the attentive personal service, all make it so. But in some ways, the restaurant is a flawed concept. It attempts to offer "elevated tapas," that is somewhere between Jaleo and Minibar - Jose Andres' other outstanding restaurants. But the offerings at Jaleo are already wonderful, and the incremental upgrades here are not worth the elevated prices. On the other hand, Minibar for the masses just doesn't work. Trying to churn out the exquisite Minibar creations for a full dining room was always bound to fail, and I don't recommend them even if they are more accessible here. Rather save up for the real thing (currently $325 per person) or just have fun at Jaleo. Having said that, we did enjoy the cosseted pampering at Bazaar, and perhaps it is worth that special feeling. Just know that that is really what you are paying for.
Be the first to ReplyMy wife selected The Bazaar for our Valentine's Day dinner
My wife selected The Bazaar for our Valentine's Day dinner because we love Jose Andres and everything he stands for. That aside, this was possibly the BEST meal we've had in YEARS! And given how often we go out to eat, that says a lot! We started with the Crab Louie cones--- SOOOO good! 2 for $12 would have been more reasonable, but it's the Waldorf Astoria so (shrug). The crab "salad" in the shell was ridiculously good, as was the beef tartare! But the "live" scallops were out of this world!!!!! My GOD!!! We also had the Neptune's pillows, which were delish! The stuffed peppers, potatoes Pau Gasol, and oxtail croquettes were decent..but we wouldn't order them again, just bc there are far more delicious items on the menu. I think the drink menu needs rethinking so it matches the caliber of the food. We had the milk punch (meh), the cacacha sorbet (yum), and an Old Fashioned (I've had better). But that's fine. We went for food, not drinks, and we were blown away by the offerings! We will DEFINITELY be back! Thanks so much Erin and Les!! You were fantastic!!
Be the first to ReplyPurchased the tasting menu.
Big fan of Jose Andre's' other restaurants, but this was objectively bad. One of every five dishes was edible, the rest were awful. Not sure how you can ruin a perfectly good oyster but their mignonette foam managed to do so impressively well. I rarely leave bad reviews even for mediocre restaurants - but this was the worst meal I've had in 12 months, and the worst~ $1,000 meal I've had in decades.
Be the first to ReplyVery delicious and excellent service.
This was one of the best deals we got for restaurant week. Located inside the hotel which is absolutely beautiful.
Be the first to ReplyGood for the most part was very good .
Service was impeccable. Would avoid the octopus at all costs which is disappointing because I always enjoy the octopus at José Andres restaurants. This one was truly awful. Chewy and tasted like a hash brown. Really not the best of Jose at all.
Be the first to ReplyGorgeous new restaurant located inside of the Waldorf
Gorgeous new restaurant located inside of the Waldorf Astoria. Washington DC! Parking is valet only, perfect for a date night or a special occasion! Service is wonderful and very welcoming. Their ham is fantastic, their drinks are delicious too. Great spot for drinks or dinner in the area!
Be the first to ReplyMy husband and I had a pretty disappointing date night at
My husband and I had a pretty disappointing date night at the Bazaar. We were excited to try it out, considering the hype and Jose Andres' history in DC. We ordered a cocktail from our waiter when we sat down at our table. It arrived about 40 minutes later during which time we heard nothing from our waiter. When we were finally able to order food, we asked for some recommendations, considering the menu is pretty large and all tapas style. The waiter seemed caught off guard and recommended "Neptune's Pillows" (which to be fair, were tasty). At this kind of place I would expect to be walked through the menu to ensure we're getting a good variety of items that complement each other. Whatever, not a big deal. Half of the items we wanted to order were unavailable - something our waiter neglected to tell us when we sat down. The food came out as it was ready, but our waiter clearly forgot about one of our items - a very bland take on a Cesar salad that came out about 30 minutes after everything else.The food was fine, but not what I'd expect at this price point. The $10/piece bao bun was more of a slider, served on a dry hamburger bun, but the pork belly was cooked well. The crab croquettes were good but lacking in complexity. The Neptune's Pillows were nice, but very mayo heavy. The patatas bravas were unremarkable. We would have ordered more but weren't feeling like it was worth the wait or the price, so we left early and hungry. They could tell were weren't too happy with our meal so they comped our drinks, which was nice. Maybe after a few months the service will improve and they'll refine the menu, but I can't see myself coming back again. Overall it felt more Las Vegas-celebrity chef, glitz and glamor but lacking in substance. Probably a fun place for tourists looking for fancy small bites but there are plenty of other really amazing restaurants in DC I'd try first.
Be the first to ReplyThe service at Bazaar DC is good.
Everyone- maitre d, waitstaff, and the food and beverage manager were warm and welcoming. The ambiance is relaxing and even romantic depending on where you're sitting. Where the concept falls short for me is the menu options. I wanted Bazaar to offer exciting new choices rather than a regurgitation of the old. With millions of tapas options in Spain, I think they could have tried harder.
Be the first to ReplyThe Bazaar was amazing!!!! My friend loves José Andrés so
The Bazaar was amazing!!!! My friend loves José Andrés so it was a must. Travis took great care of us. The ambiance was sexy-- dimmed lights, closely seated, the view of the chandelier. The Bazaar is an experience. Depending on your drink/food order, it comes with a show. I will say that nothing came as one would imagine. The flavors are there, but the presentation is a twist. We ordered a good amount of food. I did not have any room for dessert, but this just means we have to go back!I enjoyed most of the food we got. I left comments next to items that stood out. Dragon fruit ceviche (This is my absolute favorite! It is so fresh. I ordered a second one.)"The classic" beef tartare (This came in 2nd for me. I love that they mix it at the table. You can also have them make it spicy if you like.) Jose's taco (I really enjoyed this spin on a taco. My 3rd favorite.)California funnel cake "Philly cheesesteak"Jose's favorite Waldorf saladShe-crab soup (This was too salty for me. I had to send it back.)Truffle rabbit roulade (My friend liked it. I was not bold enough to try it.)Cotton candy foie Gras Jamon iberico Ferran Adria modern olivesNeptunes pillows Salt air margaritas, magic mojito, continental sour (Loved every drink. The mojito comes with a show.)
Be the first to ReplyWe just ate at The Bazaar and it was fabulous.
The ambiance is beautiful, the food was unique and delicious , the food presentation was incredible, and the service was impeccable. Our waiters, Luis and Brian, were attentive, provided detailed recommendations, and made the whole experience feel special. We love Jose and will definitely be coming back with friends and family.
Be the first to ReplyWe were so excited to try the new Bazaar that we opted to
We were so excited to try the new Bazaar that we opted to eat at the bar since there were no reservations on a Saturday night (and the wait list on their web site was not working). I called the restaurant in the morning and a woman told me to get to the bar around 5pm when dinner service begins. I have never been made to feel less welcome at a luxury restaurant - never mind a Jose Andres restaurant. There was only one seat open at the bar when my wife and I arrived. As soon as we managed to order a drink, the maître d' approached me to let me know that I was not allowed to *stand* near the bar. Even though my wife was already seated. Okay, so we planned to leave until 2 seats happened to open. When we asked to take them the bartender said "I guess so," and proceeded to ignore us for the next hour. We had to ask for menus, for drink refills, we had to ask to order food and even had to ask for silverware after food arrived. All while others at the bar were given full service.We really felt like we were doing something wrong. Especially as other customers arrived, stood at the bar without being spoken to and welcomed when seats opened.I guess it's just the symptom of a new restaurant with inexperienced staff?After about 90 minutes and some snacks we asked for a check, my wife spoke to a manager and we walked to TOSCA for dinner.
Be the first to ReplyI knew any Jose Andres restaurant would be a great
I knew any Jose Andres restaurant would be a great experience, but I was truly blown away by the service , ambiance and food. They paced out all the plates and courses perfectly - which sometimes doesn't always happen at tapas restaurants. The presentation was fantastic, and our waiter, Ron, was an A+. The salt air margarita was to die for. Can't wait to go back!
Be the first to ReplyWe recently visited the Bazaar for drinks and afternoon
We recently visited the Bazaar for drinks and afternoon snacks after a show. The location is stunning, inside the lobby of the Waldorf Astoria post/office building. It is worth a visit just for the view. While the service was notably very slow, we were in no rush and enjoyed sipping our cocktails and enjoying the small bites. Stand out dishes were definitely the crab croquettes and the patatas bravas. We had a lovely server who went above and beyond to make it up to us when things did not come out in a timely manner. All and all, I will absolutely come back to try a full meal in the future.
Be the first to ReplyWent to the Bazaar for breakfast on a Saturday with a group
Went to the Bazaar for breakfast on a Saturday with a group of friends. We went within a week of their soft opening so we were the first large group they had at the restaurant. Walking in, we were all in awe of the decor. The restaurant is nestled in the lobby of the Waldorf Astoria, and the hotel and the restaurant itself are gorgeous with quiet romantic ambiance. We all started off with cappuccinos and our server, unprompted, offered up nondairy alternatives for our coffees. She explained the menu to us, which is served tapas style and works best shared amongst the group. We tried a little bit of everything:Torrijas-probably the most underwhelming. Basically French toast but was very soggy. Had some raspberry preserves on the side that were very tasty. Olive oil pancakes - these were delicious. Cooked perfectly, not too oily and had great buttery texture. Patatas bravas - these fried breakfast potatoes were delicious. The insides were nice and soft with a crunch exterior. Also loved the aioli. We ordered two, and the egg on one dish was over easy and the runny yolk was delicious, but sadly the second was over hard which was disappointing. Yogurt parfait - surprisingly this was the biggest hit of the breakfast. The yogurt was so sweet and creamy, with a whipped texture. The fruit was all extremely fresh and blended well together. Definitely recommend to anyone coming here for breakfast. I will absolutely be coming back here, and am excited to try out their dinner menu.
Be the first to ReplyThis place is incredible! However, be prepared to pay a
This place is incredible! However, be prepared to pay a hefty price! From the service to the food, nothing misses the mark. The attention to detail with each dish is mesmerizing. Likewise, the creativity and commitment to reinventing American and worldwide classics are spellbinding. Lastly, the TASTE! The flavor and taste of each dish was rewarding after each bite! Each bite was bewitching. The dishes in particular that I fell in love with were the Jose's Taco, with so much flavor in one bite. Likewise, Dragon Fruit Ceviche and the Philly Cheesesteak ranked high too. But my overall favorite dish was the 'ROSSEJAT' NEGRA! IT IS A MUST! The sweetness of the shrimp and the perfectly cooked pasta is heavenly. Last but not least, the desserts were all good. My particular favorite was the Polvoron. Now I can say I've had caviar for appetizers and dessert! The service was remarkable, our servers Kitty and Nick were incredibly knowledgeable and nice. They will help you navigate the menu. The in-house sommelier is incredibly knowledgeable and will help you find that perfect bottle of wine. Lastly, the GM was beyond outstanding ensuring that our every need was met. Go splurge, celebrate something important, and give this place a try!
Be the first to ReplyJose doesn't disappoint.
Great ambiance and food. I know it was opening weekend and they are figuring out little kinks so their service will improve, it was a bit slow that's all.
Be the first to ReplyBazaar is the newest Jose Andres restaurant to open, and we
Bazaar is the newest Jose Andres restaurant to open, and we came here for breakfast on a weekend. I've had mixed experiences with Jose's restaurants in the past, with some hits but also some misses. I think The Bazaar is somewhere in between. To start off, the inside was incredible-- this was honestly one of our main reasons for wanting to come. It's in the Waldorf, and the inside is beautiful and spacious and elegant. The food was overall very tasty but also quite expensive. I shared the patatas bravas, French toast, and fruit parfait with some friends. I would definitely get the potatoes again-- perfectly crispy with spicy tomato sauce. The yogurt parfait surprised me and it ended up being my favorite thing from the menu! The yogurt was perfectly light and creamy, and the granola and fruit complimented it perfectly. The cappuccino was okay, nothing special, but it did cost $7. Also, we were asked if we wanted still or sparkling water and we requested still (assuming it would be tap water). This might've been our fault for assuming, but we didn't realize that we had spent $36 on three bottles of water until the check came out.
Be the first to ReplyThe Bazaar is brand new to DC, located within the Waldorf
The Bazaar is brand new to DC, located within the Waldorf hotel. The space is stunning, with an airy open feel as it shares space with the hotel's bar and seating area. The decor is fun, with plush velvet chairs of various vibrant colors. Be warned, this is definitely an upscale place- I felt like I stood out in a nice sweater, jeans, and boots.As I came with a huge group, we were able to try a large variety of things. I especially loved the olive oil pancakes, yogurt parfait, and patatas bravas. The yogurt parfait was elevated- with whipped yogurt, and unique higher end fruit like dragonfruit included. I also liked the French toast, but I probably wouldn't order it again due to personal preferences. It was more of a soufflé texture, rather than a crunchy exterior of more classic French toast. It was packed full of flavor and came with a tasty whipped cream and fruit topping. My coffee was delicious too. They brought the creamer warmed and slightly frothed, which was a nice touch. It came with free refills, too. I am rating this spot lower because, unfortunately, myself and another member in our party found hair in our food. Staff handled it wonderfully, immediately taking the dish, comping it, and bringing us a fresh one. They were very kind and apologetic. Typically I would immediately rate a restaurant 2 stars for this event, but I honestly felt like the food deserved a 4 in of itself so I averaged to a 3 star. Also, they charged a hefty amount for still water ($36 for 3 bottles, with no warning of the cost).
Be the first to ReplyThis place recently opened and there was a lot of
This place recently opened and there was a lot of excitement around this restaurant. We are fans of Jose Andres and for my partner's birthday I called and made a reservation for the Bazaar in DC. The day before I received a text message confirming my reservation for Chicago......we werent in Chicago...Luckily the managers sorted this quickly however, the evening itself was a disaster. I mentioned several times it was my partner's birthday and the waiter clearly had no idea and did not do anything special. In fact, the meal took almost 3 hours to get through and not because it was delicious but because it was so slow. So slow that the waiter forgot one of the appetizers and then rushed to bring it out with the check at the end if our horrible experience. When I ordered regular water they brought a bottle and I had to turn it away. The table to our left was less patient than us, returned food to the kitchen, and eventually left mid meal because the service was so slow.Ultimately, we will likely never come back to this location which is a real shame due to the nice location and Jose Andres name.There's a lot to be improved upon, save your $ and check out the other delicious spots in DC.
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