KILN

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   Pamela

   Washington DC

   21 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   21 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   Food was delicious. Wait staff superb. Look forward to returning.
   

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   ReginaH

   Washington DC

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   Truthfully, one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time
   

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   KILNResponded 5 days ago

   Dear Regina, Thank you for dining with us at KILN Restaurant and highlighting our delicious cuisine! We are thrilled you had a fantastic time and look forward to welcoming you back for another extraordinary dining experience in the future. Cheers! Betty W.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Washington DC

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 15 November 2024

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

   Order the Cabbage! Yes, you read that right. I don’t like cabbage, but I’m definitely coming back for their plate. Everything I thought I wouldn’t like I did like at this place. The five course meal is worth it. Get there early because of the bread once it’s gone it’s gone
   

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   KILNResponded on 16 November 2024

   Hey, thank you for your kind words and for giving us a chance at KILN! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our cuisine! We look forward to welcoming you back for more delicious meals! Liz Martinez General Manager/Sommelier
   

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   Jennifer

   Washington DC

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on 10 November 2024

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

   chefs counter was a total treat. We did the 5 course “surprise” tasting and every course was amazing. Only complaint is the bar stools weren’t comfortable or easy to move around.
   

   KILNResponded on 13 November 2024

   Dear Jennifer, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled you enjoyed our facility. We appreciate the feedback and will take it into consideration for future improvements. We hope to see you again soon! Cheers! - for positive Thank you, - for negative Betty W.
   

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   Ivey

   E. Tennessee

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on 8 November 2024

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

   We spent $300 on this dinner which was just okay. The bread and desserts were lovely but the main courses (pork and steak) were very disappointing. For the price, I wanted to love everything we ate.
   

   KILNResponded on 11 November 2024

   Dear Ivey, Thank you for your feedback. We regret to learn some aspects of your experience did not meet your expectations. Your experience does not reflect the high standards we strive for, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. Please know that we take your comments seriously and will share them with our team to ensure any necessary improvements are made. Thank you for your input and we hope to have the opportunity to better serve you in the future. Thank you, Betty W.
   

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   Rushton

   Greater Boston

   3 reviews

   vip
   1.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 2 November 2024

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

   We waited over two hours for food. Would not recommend.
   

   KILNResponded on 6 November 2024

   Hi Rushton, Sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your experience with us. We normally do not accommodate parties of over 6 guests in the dining room due to the stress that it puts on our small kitchen, however we did not want to turn you and your group away when you went up in size. Please let me know if you are open to trying us again with a smaller group so that we can show you a better experience Thank you Liz Martinez General Manager/Sommelier
   

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   Robert

   Washington DC

   30 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   30 reviews

   Dined on 2 November 2024

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

   This was our first trip to KILN and we were very happy with our experience. We did the chef's tasting menu, which is a "surprise" 5/6 course meal that the chef dictates to you. We LOVED that idea and the food was amazing. The service was a bit spotty at times, with the food coming out without a proper explanation, particularly given the fact that we did not know what we had ordered because of the "surprise". However, since the restaraunt is new, and the staff are getting their legs under them, it wasn't a big deal and we will DEFINITELY be back. Chef Matt came over a few times to deliver courses himself, and it was fun to get to talk with him about his vision and inspiration for both his dishes and the restaraunt as a whole.
   

   KILNResponded on 8 November 2024

   Dear Robert, Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and found the chef's tasting menu to be amazing. We appreciate your patience as we continue to enhance our service during our first few months. It was a pleasure having you and we hope to welcome you back for another great meal. Cheers! Betty W.
   

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   Catie

   Washington DC

   1 review

   vip
   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 2 November 2024

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

   I had a delicious meal at Kiln with a group of friends. Each dish was better than the next. The sweet potatoes, the beet salad, the chicken were divine. The staff was professional. Can’t wait to go again!
   

   KILNResponded on 16 November 2024

   Thanks for the review, Catie! We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends enjoyed your meals at KILN. It's fantastic to know that our sweet potatoes, beet salad, and chicken left a lasting impression on you. We're also glad to hear that our staff provided professional service. We can't wait for your next visit! Liz Martinez General Manager/Sommelier
   

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   juliat

   Washington DC

   22 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   22 reviews

   Dined on 1 November 2024

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

   Absolutely amazing restaurant. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. The service was awesome and the ambience and decor is very cool, comfortable and home like. 
   

   KILNResponded on 6 November 2024

   Dear Juliat, Thank you for sharing such wonderful feedback. It’s fantastic to hear that you enjoyed not only the flavors and presentation of our dishes but also found the ambiance inviting and cozy. Our team takes great pride in creating a warm, welcoming environment paired with attentive service, so knowing that it added to your experience is incredibly rewarding. We look forward to welcoming you back and continuing to impress you with memorable dining experiences here at KILN Restaurant. Cheers! - for positive Thank you, - for negative Betty W.
   

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    CooperP

    Richmond

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

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

    Our table was quite nice . We ordered drinks to find they were not available . Our server was polite , attentive . The menu was very limited . Did not have the Tilefish on web menu. My wife ordered the chicken which was undercooked, served with greens with no dressing and included the web foot of the bird . It was not only poor but Unappetizing ! The steak orders were much better . We waited almost a hour for entrees even though the server did his best . The meal should have been much better for the cost and atmosphere. Response ?
    

    KILNResponded on 6 November 2024

    Dear Cooper, Thank you for sharing your thoughts and complimenting our team's helpful service. However, we are disappointed your overall experience was not as expected, and we apologize for any issues with our cuisine. Our team will review your comments to identify how we can improve and work to ensure your next visit is better. It was a pleasure having you join us, and we hope you will consider returning to allow us another opportunity to provide you with a dining experience we are confident will exceed your expectations. Thank you, Betty W.
    

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