A trendy tavern that’s a celebrity favorite, serving top-notch French bistro dishes in a charming, vintage-inspired setting—perfect for a taste of classic New York.
"At $38 the Black Label Burger at Minetta Tavern was one of the first super-luxe burgers in the city—and it’s still one of the best. The butter-basted patty is made from dry-aged ribeye, and it's topped with a mound of caramelized onions on a Balthazar bun. The Minetta Burger ($31) is slightly juicier, with a little less funk, and it comes with cheddar. Reservations can be hard to get on short notice, but try for a walk-in bar seat (we've also seen them packing this burger out for delivery)." - will hartman, bryan kim, neha talreja, willa moore, kenny yang
"The DC outpost of New York’s beloved Minetta Tavern serves roasted bone marrow, french onion soup, a dry-aged bone-in New York strip, and, of course, its famous burger, in Union Market." - omnia saed
"It doesn’t matter if you visit Minetta Tavern for a cocktail at the bar alone on a Tuesday or plan weeks (months?) ahead for a Saturday dinner with friends that stress tests your credit limit. Much like at the original New York location, both experiences will feel special. The vibes—and seemingly the decor—have been air-lifted from Greenwich Village to Union Market, with buttered yellow light, black-and-white tiled floors, and burgundy banquette booths just asking to be splashed with a bit of gin from a full martini. Whenever you go, and for whatever occasion, order the coq au vin served with housemade gnocchi and wash it down with a Burgundy from the deep and French-leaning wine list." - omnia saed, madeline weinfield, jonathan smith, mekita rivas, allison robicelli, omnia saed, kym backer, omnia saed
"Mega-NYC restaurateur Keith McNally, who’s about to bring his iconic Minetta Tavern down to D.C., promised all Balthazar tables a free bottle of Taittinger Champagne had Harris won." - Tierney Plumb
"Minetta Tavern in Downtown NYC offers a $47 steak frites, served with a choice of maître d’ butter or sauce Béarnaise, in an iconic dining room with a rich history and ambiance." - Melissa McCart
