SHIA Restaurant

4.8 (143)

$50 and over

Korean

1252 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002

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2 people

18 Jun 2025

June 2025

19:00

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Innovative

SHIA (shee-uh) is a modern Korean fine dining restaurant in Washington, D.C., dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and cultural storytelling. Our tasting menu-only experience spotlights the intersection of local agriculture and premium Hansik ingredients, using fresh, seasonal elements with minimal manipulation to honor the environment. As a non-profit restaurant, SHIA is more than just a dining destination; it’s a platform for tackling key challenges in the restaurant industry, from environmental responsibility to fair labor practices and culinary heritage preservation.

**Please Note: Chef Lee's appearance is not guaranteed, and his availability is not given to the team or guests.**

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Korean, Contemporary Korean, Farm-to-table
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 17:00–22:30
Phone number
(202) 802-5166
Website
http://www.shiarestaurant.org/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Edward Lee

Location
1252 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Area
Washington
Cross Street
On the corner of 4th St NE & Morse St NE
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
NoMa / Gallaudet on the Red Line. Buses 90/92.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

7 Course Pre-Fixe (Dining Room)
Multiple dates available
Welcome to SHIA, where each dish is a celebration of Korean-inspired flavors and meticulous craftsmanship. Our seven-course tasting menu ($185 per person) is served in our open-kitchen dining room and invites you on a culinary journey that blends tradition with innovation, highlighting the season’s finest Hansik ingredients. SHIA will plant the seed for innovation in the restaurant industry, conducting on-site, real-time research with in-house researchers and university partners to solve for zero-gas kitchens, zero plastics and waste reduction. We invite you to relax, savor, and let us guide you through an evening of discovery. Thank you for allowing us to share this experience with you—it’s an honor to have you at our table. **Please Note: Chef Lee's appearance is not guaranteed!**
5 Course Pre-Fixe (Lounge Only)
Multiple dates available
Join us in the lounge for an exclusive $90 five-course tasting menu, crafted specifically for this intimate lounge setting. These seats (lounge + bar) offer a distinct experience, separate from our dining room, allowing you to enjoy a curated selection of seasonal dishes in a more relaxed, up-close atmosphere. Perfect for those seeking a taste of SHIA with a unique perspective—these seats are limited, so reserve yours today! **Please Note: Chef Lee's appearance is not guaranteed!**

Scallop and Fried Oyster Ssam
Myeongran Roe | Asian Pear | Ssamjang
Black Sesame Guksu
Mugwort | Uni | Caviar | Picked Cucmber
Mul Hwe
Joetgal | Winter Mu | Gamtae | Red Frill Mustard
Doenjang Pork Belly
Abalone | Clams | White Kimchi | 7 Grain Jook
Seared Saengsun
Jeju Broth | Bitter Greens | Kelp Fish Cake
Korean Gyeoja-Glazed Duck
Braised Ma | Black Garlic | Sot Bop | Banchan
Ssuk Ice Cream
Sweet Corn Puree | Bourbon Honey Glaze | Shortbread | Mint Oil

What 143 people are saying

SHIA Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Best Ambience
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Best Ambience
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

SHIA Restaurant offers a unique dining experience with a seasonal 5-course tasting menu that delights with "inventive flavors" and "meticulously crafted" dishes. Guests praise the "impeccable service," "warm and inviting ambiance," and creative use of Korean ingredients by Chef Edward Lee. Reservations are highly recommended for this "must-try" culinary destination.

143 Reviews

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Roxy
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very pleasant experience at SHIA. The 5-course tasting menu is very satisfying. Even with familiar tasting profiles, each dishes is unique and doesn’t resemble anything I had before (especially the main course). Staff are all very helpful and patient with questions. The menu is changing seasonally so I’m excited to come back and experience new menu next time!
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Heather
Toronto / Ontario5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible experience. Staff were attentive but not obtrusive, food was delicious and came with valuable info on what it is and how best to enjoy it. Great ambiance.
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Maya
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 27 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had an absolutely incredible experience. SHIA is 100% worth it. I will be going back. The food was exceptional. I’m not a huge shellfish person, but I ate everything on the menu and thoroughly enjoyed every bite. The service was impeccable. Everyone was so pleasant. My partner and I felt so comfortable and relaxed, and we left full and happy. My partner ordered the additional Korean beverage accompaniment, and says each beverage changed with the flavor of the dish being presented. We were very, very impressed, but also don’t expect anything less of the incredible Chef Edward Lee.
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Jane
Kansas City8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From cocktails to every course it was a delight to my senses. The water kimchee brought me right to my Mom’s cooking. Thank you for the amazing 5 course dinner.
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Jason
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on 21 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff was friendly, drinks were delightful, food was great
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Jennie
Hong Kong Island1 review
5.0
Dined on 17 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Surprising food:) taste nice food that you never imagining
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David
Las Vegas1 review
4.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
One big comment is the serving size of the kimchi that came with our duck dish. We only received one kimchi side dish for three different headcount which was a bit disappointing given that we each received a bowl of rice.
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Karen VIP
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience from start to finish! The kumquat drink was exceptional and we loved everything!
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Irene
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 8 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was definitely an unforgettable experience. I strongly recommend having the alcohol pairing.
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En
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
3.0
Dined on 7 May 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
overall it was decent, but probably wouldn’t look forward to doing it again. the experience might be completely different in the dining room, so who knows! we sat at the bar for the $90 pp lounge experience. my most favorite parts about the dinner were the drinks & the dessert. they were really the only things that made me say wow. the food, although good, seemed cold? and just wasn’t anything extraordinary and i’m not sure if that has anything to do with us being in the completely separate room with the bar. the pace was quick, we weren’t there for even an hour. i would’ve liked to have another drink, but once the courses were finished, it didn’t really feel like i could? so choosing to celebrate my birthday there was kind of lackluster and i definitely expected more. i ended up being glad we didn’t do the 7 course option because i’m not sure if it would have been worth it :/
SHIA RestaurantResponded on 19 May 2025
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback. While I’m glad the drinks and dessert stood out, I’m truly sorry the experience didn’t feel as special as we’d hoped for your birthday. You’re right that the dining room offers a slower pace and deeper connection through the courses. I’d love to invite you back to experience that and apply what you’ve already spent as a credit toward it. Thank you again for celebrating with us—I hope we have the chance to make this right.
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