ala

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1320 19th St NW
Washington, DC 20036

Ala is a Michelin-rated restaurant in Washington, DC, offering an exquisite dining experience that highlights the vibrant flavors and culinary traditions of the Levantine region, which includes countries such as Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, and Israel. The menu features refined interpretations of traditional dishes, such as mezze with pickled red cabbage, tahini, and tart yogurt, promising an unforgettable journey through Mediterranean cuisine.

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Martin B.
11/17/2025

Stopped while visiting DC. I tried the Tawook Schnitzel and the Toum Short Ribs Gyro. Both were really good, but the gyro was the way to go! I had to order another one because it was that good!...

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Bradley L.
10/7/2025

Great food with a nice atmosphere. Ala has a great location. Metroing in is super easy as the station is just across the street, and parking is available (although sparingly) on the streets...

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Ashlie J.
8/27/2025

Great Levantine brunch option in DC. Love that it's not your "traditional" brunch food. They have a brunch buffet, which is cool if you don't wait to wait for your food. Some of my favorites were...

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Leese H.
11/16/2025

Based on the reviews of excellent brunch recommendations, Ala was one that came up multiple times. My friend and I were surprised by the incredible and endless spread of delicious and healthy...

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Isaac W.
8/24/2025

Restaurant Week 2025 Tried 8 different items. My favorite was probably the Brussel Sprouts. Baklava was amazing. No items were bad. I'm not an expert on West Asian cuisine, so much of this tasted...

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