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Unconventional Diner is a DC staple especially when it
Unconventional Diner is a DC staple especially when it comes to brunch! They have everything you'd need from brunch essentials to espresso martinis and a dozen other cocktails. Fair warning this place gets BUSY on the weekends and you should exp
The aesthetic of the diner is very cute.
Very on part with DC. Honestly, as a brunch spot I didn't think it was great, and none of my friends were super impressed. The dishes do try to be interesting, hint the unconventional. However, we found our deconstructed dishes were just a littl
Excellent every time! Elevated food that is interesting and
Excellent every time! Elevated food that is interesting and delicious. Had the two best salads of my life on two separate days-Thai and chopped. The service at the counter is excellent. They get you in and out very quickly. If that is what you want.
What a busy diner, I am glad we made a reservation.
It was packed so I knew that was a great thing. I ordered the fried chicken sandwich with fries. The sandwich came with dill pickle slaw and hot cherry pepper sauce which made the sandwich soggy. Next time I will ask for that on the side, no one li
Great food, great service.
They seated me within 2 mins and it was pretty packed. I came during a convention weekend during lunch. I got the Lebanese fried rice with shrimp. I always forget to take picture BEFORE I eat but this was sooooo dang good. It was light, yet filling.
Had brunch here over the weekend.
It's definitely a lively and popular brunch spot in DC -- there was a solid crowd, but my party had a reservation which worked out perfectly. Our server was okay, nothing special, and the food was decent overall. I really enjoyed the crème br
Whatever you order from this place, it won't disappoint you.
My friend and I tried variety of food after our pleasant hike in DC. It was a great way to finish beautiful Saturday! The place is always busy so be patient. You can grab a seat at a bar, too!
Very good, be sure to make a reservation so you don't have
Very good, be sure to make a reservation so you don't have to wait. Plenty of food for cost.
Super busy for Sunday brunch but we were able to slide in
Super busy for Sunday brunch but we were able to slide in at the bar and had an amazing lunch!
Lots of seating, speedy service, friendly staff, and unique
Lots of seating, speedy service, friendly staff, and unique offerings---in other words a wonderful option near the convention center. I enjoyed my Lebanese Fried rice. I had a nice seat at the counter and was able to relax and enjoy the vibe. My s
I love how they twist modern american classic fare.
It makes the food experience exciting and memorable.
Highly recommend this diner.
First time here. Excellent food. I had the Thai salad and it was tasty and fresh and really interesting flavors. My server was attentive and responsive to making sure there was no cilantro in the dish. I arrived just after noon on a Sunday and it wa
Pretty solid brunch.
The shrimp and grits were savory with little spice, while the pancakes were perfectly sweet. A delicious combination!
Honestly, you can't go wrong dining at Unconventional Diner.
I've been plenty of times, and whether I'm dining solo, with a friend, or in a group, the experience always meets--or exceeds--my expectations. The space is beautiful, the staff is attentive, and the service is consistently quick and effic
The food and service were absolutely amazing! From the
The food and service were absolutely amazing! From the French toast, bacon and cheesy grits all perfectly prepared and flavorful. I'll definitely be back!
Savory comfort brunch with an interesting cocktail menu.
Very friendly staff and quick service. Certainly understand why this restaurant is recognized by Michelin!
The food was fairly good.
It was busy, but we didn't book a reservation. We ended up eating outside but it was a nice day thankfully and the outdoor dinning area is outside. The service is a bit slow, but kind. The chicken and waffles were basic and the flavor seemed o
I ordered a salad and thought that I would get just a run
I ordered a salad and thought that I would get just a run of the mill salad. However, when I received my salad, I was pleasantly surprised at the freshness and the quality of the ingredients. I will return.
Rude host, not welcoming, lied about needing a reservation,
Rude host, not welcoming, lied about needing a reservation, the place was two thirds empty when we left. The waiters were great and the food was very good. But we will not return, the first person you meet should be welcoming and friendly
I rarely write reviews, but this was worth mentioning.
The hostess was completely offputting. The government is currently shut down and the restaurant was 3/4 empty when we walked in for breakfast at 10:30 in the morning on a Monday. She offered us one small table in a corner, and said the rest was booke
restaurant with a twist.
We ate at the bar. I recommend it It was fun to watch the drinks being made and everyone around us. The atmosphere was friendly. I can't speak to parking as I walked from a nearby hotel. The place was clean. The staff was friendly. The at
Unconventional Diner was a highly recommended breakfast
Unconventional Diner was a highly recommended breakfast spot I check out in DC. Crowded and a nice vibe when I checked in out. The food was overall pretty good. I'm big on breakfast, so I'll say it didn't disappoint. I had the Hash Bro
The blueberry pancakes were unbelievably fluffy with a sort
The blueberry pancakes were unbelievably fluffy with a sort of bounce to them & had the perfect berry glaze compote with a nice hint of lemon to cut through the sweetened as well as brown sugar crumbs for texture. I also got the loaded breakfast
Love this place.
You can grab a casual bite or have a serious extended meal. Plating and presentation matter. Every dish is flavorful and "insta-worthy." The portions are decent and the atmosphere is great. Whether you are having date night with your spouse
Came for Sunday brunch.
Sat the bar because it was packed. The bar tenders were quick and so sweet. Food arrived quickly and was delicious. Generous portion sizes! I got a screwdriver and husband got a Bloody Mary. We got the loaded biscuits and chicken and waffles. Both w
I am 67 years old, and this is the first negative
I am 67 years old, and this is the first negative restaurant review I have ever made. The food was good. The waitress was awesome. Prices were not low. But receiving the bill made me wish I could give them a zero. Written at the bottom was: "The
The stench of a bad business practice overcomes the good food
I am 67 years old, and this is the first negative restaurant review I have ever made. The food was good. The waitress was awesome. Prices were not low. But receiving the bill made me wish I could give them a zero. Written at the bottom was: “There
Really good !!!! My fav was the taquitoos !!! Service was
Really good !!!! My fav was the taquitoos !!! Service was quick and the ambiance was great!! Would go back
We came here for brunch and absolutely loved it! The food
We came here for brunch and absolutely loved it! The food was fun and delicious. My son said his Chicken and Waffles were the best he's ever had, and he's probably tried chicken and waffles at about a dozen restaurants. I had the Greek-full
Fantastic experience at Unconventional Diner! Sat at the
Fantastic experience at Unconventional Diner! Sat at the bar area and had great service from Juan and Juan. Chicken and waffles were DELICIOUS and presented perfectly. Flavors were off the charts, perfect balance of sweet, hot, and savory.
we had a great happy hour experience here at the bar.
The staff was fabulous and the burger was amazing.
I have this place bookmarked for my next trip to DC.
The crème brûlée French toast is really something special. They also have a full bar! Service is fast and friendly. We were able to walk in before the rush and be seated at a shared high top table. Solid place. I'll be back
Visiting town and found this spot from Yelp - amazing food!
Visiting town and found this spot from Yelp - amazing food! We had seggsy sandwich , burger and loaded breakfast biscuits. Sam was our server and was great. Love this spot - would highly recommend for anyone in town!
Food is innovative and good.
We ordered corn beef hash and loaded breakfast biscuit. Corn beef hash is ok, maybe too much potato relative to beef. Biscuit is excellent, flavorful and hearty. Service is a bit slow, even on a day with light convention traffic. I am giving them
This is actually so shockingly flavorful and deliciously
This is actually so shockingly flavorful and deliciously affordable I think this has got to be my favorite diner here. So delicious, perfect amount of variation to staple dishes. Right amount of hustle and bustle to people watch. Just chefs kiss
Blown way by how great everything was presented and tasted.
Their grits are amazing, idk how they make them but it's nothing like I've had, they were almost like fluffy? The crem brule French toast is beyond words, no description can do it justice for how good this was. I fear no other French toast
They boast a Michelin Bib Gourmand NOT a Michelin Star so
They boast a Michelin Bib Gourmand NOT a Michelin Star so manage your expectations early!!!! Total dine time for a party of 2 who loves to chit chat and enjoy a meal, coffee, and desert 23 minutes. Normal time at quality restaurants 1 hour 30 minut
Been here a few times Meatloaf, Fried Chicken, Cheeseburger
Been here a few times Meatloaf, Fried Chicken, Cheeseburger all winners. Can't go wrong with any of the desserts. Duck Confit is a rip off. $32 for a tiny quarter of duck with 4 Bao buns and some toppings. Let's be honest this is an ove
As you've seen on tiktok they have amazing pancakes ! Love
As you've seen on tiktok they have amazing pancakes ! Love this place will be back ! make sure to rsvp
I had a great experience dinning with Unconventional Diner.
I was excited to show some close friends this spot. I am thankful to Jasmine who was able to accommodate my request for increase my group size. Their hosting staff was great but the food was fantastic. That was the first time I hah the loaded biscuit
When visiting DC we found this spot through Yelp.
Went there for dinner and it was so good and had so many options to choose from. That We went back the 2nd night and it was just as amazing. The meatloaf was delicious, the shrimp unbelievable, dessert was also delicious. Was a chill vibe, and wait
Lovely ambiance, quite crowded but is to be expected.
Service was a little slow, but again to be expected when so crowded. Tasty filling food
Service has improved and food is always spectacular.
The outdoor and indoor seating are nice but I prefer it inside. My go to place when I want good food.
I've been coming here for years and while it doesn't
I've been coming here for years and while it doesn't usually blow me away, the ambiance is fun and I love the fun plays on each dish! Their chicken Parmesan is my favorite and there are times where I will be craving this.
We always come here for lunch during the National Book
We always come here for lunch during the National Book Festival, and it did not disappoint. We got the loaded breakfast biscuits and the sweet potato shakshuka with coffee to drink. What I love is how much thought goes into each dish - the sweet and
This place is always on the recommended restaurant list in
This place is always on the recommended restaurant list in DC. They have an interesting menu with some creative combinations. The crème brûlée french toast had an excellent presentation and I saw 2 other tables looking intently at my dish when i
I just got off a flight and stopped into Unconventional
I just got off a flight and stopped into Unconventional Diner for a quick bite, and it did not disappoint! I ordered the fries and a frozen margarita--both were delicious and exactly what I needed after traveling. The customer service was excellent a
Highlights 1.
Quick Service 2. Eclectic Menu 3. Great Brunch Made a reservation the night before for a weekday brunch here. Probably didn't need to make a reservation as there were plenty of open tables, but I was glad I had it. I was seated and provided a
Host told us that tables were full and only the bar was
Host told us that tables were full and only the bar was available which was fine. I dont expect a lot for bar service but there was close to none. The bill comes, and tip is already added on 20%. They don't tell u tho, and try to make you double
The place looked swamped on a Saturday afternoon but to our
The place looked swamped on a Saturday afternoon but to our surprise, we were seated almost right away. I ordered a matcha latte and it came so fast, my husband was not even back from the washroom. We ordered both French toast and pancake for our two
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