Matera DC

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   Jerry

   Baltimore

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined today

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

   We are are fortunate to have Matera in our neighborhood, It is a small restaurant in the River Inn, close to the Kennedy Center and the Foggy Bottom-GWU, Metro, with excellent food at reasonable prices and excellent service. The menu leans to Italian cuisine but there are choices for those who prefer "American" food; the NY strip steak is outstanding and the tiramisu is the best we have ever eaten. The wine pours are generous. In our experience, the cooking, service and the wine selection has been pleasingly consistent.
   

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   Dana

   Richmond

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

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

   Delicious food! We were VERY happy with the food choices. Our waiter was friendly and enjoyable. The restaurant is not very big so expect cozy and to possibly hear your neighbors conversation; although everyone seemed very relaxed and cordial.
   

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   Jeff

   Washington DC

   50 reviews

   4.0

   50 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   We enjoyed a meal here before attending an event at the nearby Kennedy Center. It's a very small restaurant, located within a neighborhood (within a hotel on a residential street, surrounded by row homes). I personally liked the quaint aspect of it. The menu was limited because we were there on a Sunday/Monday (which was a new concept to me, but I get it), but still offered some good variety. We both enjoyed a martini, split an appetizer, and got our own entrees. Prices were as expected for DC, all that worked out to ~$60pp with tax and tip. Service was great, attentive without being "too much". And even though the place was small we were able to have a conversation and not be bothered by others doing the same.
   

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   Kevin

   VIP

   Washington DC

   6 reviews

   2.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on 28 December 2024

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

   "Fine" is about all I can say. Wouldn't recommend, wouldn't go back. Tried numerous dishes, just wasn't impressed.
   

   Matera DCResponded 6 days ago

   Hi Kevin, We're sorry to hear your experience wasn’t what you hoped for. We’d love to learn more about how we can improve and make things right. Please feel free to reach out to us directly!
   

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   Bob

   Philadelphia

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 28 December 2024

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

   Highly recommend as a great place to have a nice meal before or after attending a show at the JFK Center for the Performing Arts. Food and Cocktails were excellent.
   

   Matera DCResponded 6 days ago

   Hi Bob, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're really happy to hear you enjoyed the food and cocktails and that we could be part of your JFK Center experience. Hope to see you again soon!
   

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   Jocelyn

   Pittsburgh

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on 26 December 2024

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

   The beet salad was a standout -- it's huge (and delicious). The smoked salmon fettucine alfredo came with a generous portion of salmon. The branzino was cooked perfectly. We chose a bottle of Alsatian riesling that was delicious and reasonably priced. We ordered the tiramisu to go -- it was a lovely way to finish the evening. We'll definitely be back.
   

   Matera DCResponded on 27 December 2024

   Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted you enjoyed your meal and can't wait to welcome you back soon. ❤️
   

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   andy

   VIP

   Washington DC

   58 reviews

   4.0

   58 reviews

   Dined on 21 December 2024

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

   Food was good. Service was friendly Good for what it is. Red sauce Italian
   

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   Laura

   VIP

   Chicago

   19 reviews

   4.0

   19 reviews

   Dined on 20 December 2024

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

   Delicious food and friendly attentive service. Was a nice and more affordable pre Kennedy Center option. Will definitely return.
   

   Matera DCResponded on 27 December 2024

   Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, service, and found us to be a great pre-Kennedy Center option. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! 😊
   

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   Tony

   Greensboro

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 13 December 2024

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

   Everything was great! Food was excellent! Service was great!
   

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    John

    Richmond

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

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

    This restaurant is a gem. Excellent service, friendly staff and the food was wonderful. Looking forward to returning. Not loud.
    

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