Mita

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   Ray VIP

   Washington DC38 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   Review: Mita Missed the Mark When you advertise Michelin-star recognition and premium pricing, expectations naturally rise. Unfortunately, Mita fell short. From the moment we walked in, service felt chaotic and impersonal. We were greeted by at least four different servers, each repeating the same questions: “Still or sparkling?” “Whose birthday is it?” At one point, someone tried to refill a glass that was already full, insisting, “We like to keep the water topped up.” It was not a great start — more confusion than coordination. Small details matter, especially in fine dining. Our table was clearly damaged, and we noticed other signs of neglect in the decor. For a restaurant with a Michelin star, these details were disappointing. Service throughout the evening felt stiff and unrefined. It wasn’t about accents — we appreciate diversity — but about clarity. We struggled to understand dish descriptions and kept referring back to the menu just to follow along. That shouldn’t happen at this level. The meal opened with a piece of candy wrapped in rice paper, served on an agave leaf over herbal smoke. It felt more gimmick than gourmet — something you might find at an Asian market rather than the start of a Michelin-starred experience. The early courses leaned heavily on sweetness. A wild rice dish was overwhelmed by a cloying sauce and raisins. Once the mood began to dip, it never recovered. Dessert didn’t redeem things. A cherry bubble sauce tasted more like room fragrance, and the mochi wrapper had all the charm of cardboard. As we looked out through the restaurant’s many windows, we saw people walking by with boxes of Andy’s Pizza from next door. Honestly, we wished we’d done the same — and saved $500.
   

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   craig

   Minneapolis10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 28, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Loved the dessert and the birthday treat! Definitely recommend it.
   

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   Jon

   Jacksonville1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 21, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious plant-based dishes that played nicely with texture, temperature, and balance. Their wine pairings were thoughtful and enjoyable, the wines were often heightened by the dish they were served with. The staff was all incredibly kind and attentive.
   

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   Susan

   Washington DC1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I chose Mita to celebrate my husband's birthday, and we weren't disappointed. We loved the food, the service, and I particularly like the music. We go to different restaurants every Saturday mostly in D.C. and Mita is one of the restaurants we are planning to come back. It could be a bit pricy, but the amount of food served and the exclusivity of their dishes are certainly worth it.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Fort Lauderdale1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The most amazing food I've had. We had the six course meal and was very full by the end.
   

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   Jennifer VIP

   Washington DC11 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 8, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great service. Unique dishes with interesting flavors and seasonings
   

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   OpenTable Diner VIP

   Montreal22 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A beautiful and unique experience! Thank you to the whole team for the memorable visit. The wine pairings were exceptional! Gracias!
   

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   Adriana VIP

   Washington DC3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very creative and delicious menu! Impeccable attention and beautiful ambiance.
   

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   OpenTable Diner VIP

   Washington DC6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 28, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was the most amazing meal! Everything was absolutely delicious, beautifully presented, described in a way that made your mouth water and was served with grace and dignity. Each server was nicer than the next and every course delivered by a server well versed in what was being offered. The respect for the food and art of the flavors and theme of each dish was reflected in the way each course was described. We loved the ambiance, the beautiful cutlery, glass and tableware. Everywhere you look in the restaurant you lay your eyes on something calming and exquisitely designed. The attention to detail and commitment to perfection is clear in every part of this restaurant. Simply stated - perfect experience.
   

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    Kineret

    Chicago48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    No need for meat. We had a 14 course beautiful, delightful, vegetarian dinner and it was perfect. Every plate presentation is beautiful and yummy. Service is amazing
    

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