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Minibar
405 8th St NW
Washington DC 20004
(202) 393-0812
Washington DC 20004
(202) 393-0812
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At José Andres' D.C. restaurant Café Atlantico, the best seat in the house is at an entirely different eatery — the counter he has christened minibar. With only six bar seats, this restaurant within a restaurant is arguably the country's toughest reservation to score. Because it functions as a kind of test kitchen for his L.A. restaurant, Bazaar, expect a dining experience here filled with culinary hat tricks — cotton candy eel, popcorn that smokes in your mouth, a study of zucchini seeds. Even with a price tag of $120 for 30 (mini) courses, it's a steal of a deal. (Watch for Andres' large-scale "Minibar 2.0" later this year.) — Maryse Chevriere, 2/18/2011
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A Gourmet Celebration of American History. Today ends the one-year run of Jose Andres' patriotic pop-up America Eats Tavern. DC celebrants, be advised: this is the perfect place to take shelter from the heat on the Mall and revel in gourmet Americana. The concept behind America Eats... Read More
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Minibar Opening Delayed Until Next Week - Young & Hungry
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/youngandhungry/2012/11/01/minibar-opening-delayed-until-next-week/
Alternatives to Minibar's $225 menu - Young & Hungry
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/youngandhungry/2012/10/04/molecular-astronomy/
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D.C. Restaurants and Food
D.C. Restaurants and Food
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Minibar Reopening Delayed Until Late October - Young & Hungry
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/youngandhungry/2012/09/07/minibar-reopening-delayed-until-late-october/
Pricey New Year’s Eve Dinner at Minibar Attracts a Whopping Two Bidders - Young & Hungry
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/youngandhungry/2011/12/13/pricey-new-years-eve-dinner-at-minibar-attracts-a-whopping-two-bidders/
Last Week’s Leftovers: How Powerful Is Minibar Really? - Young & Hungry
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/youngandhungry/2011/06/13/last-weeks-leftovers-how-powerful-is-minibar-really/
America’s Toughest Reservations: D.C.’s Minibar Ranks No. 5 - Young & Hungry
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/youngandhungry/2011/07/29/americas-toughest-reservations-d-c-s-minibar-ranks-no-5/
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D.C. Restaurants and Food
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Minibar Would Be the Toughest Reservation in America, if D.C. Were a Foodie Town - Young & Hungry
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
Young and Hungry is Washington City Paper's blog about D.C. food and restaurants.
http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/youngandhungry/2009/07/13/minibar-would-be-the-toughest-reservation-in-america-if-dc-were-a-foodie-town/
Food News Review: Minibar Opening Delayed, Gordon Biersch Headed to Navy Yard, Pan-African on Georgi
Plus: A tour of the new Bethesda location of Himalayan Heritage.
Plus: A tour of the new Bethesda location of Himalayan Heritage.
http://www.washingtonian.com/blogs/bestbites/food-restaurant-news/food-news-review-minibar-opening-delayed.php
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Bravo
Kevin Sbraga loves this place! -Kevin Sbraga, Top Chef
Kevin Sbraga loves this place! -Kevin Sbraga, Top Chef
Washingtonian Magazine
When was the last time you picked up a mezcal-spiked cocktail and ate it like a snowball? José Andrés’s 27-course menu kicks off with just that and follows up with other mind-bending surprises.
When was the last time you picked up a mezcal-spiked cocktail and ate it like a snowball? José Andrés’s 27-course menu kicks off with just that and follows up with other mind-bending surprises.
The Daily Meal
With only six bar seats available for dining, this restaurant within arestaurant is arguably the country's toughest reservation to score.
With only six bar seats available for dining, this restaurant within arestaurant is arguably the country's toughest reservation to score.
Jim H
Call at 10am exactly 1 month ahead for a reservation.
Call at 10am exactly 1 month ahead for a reservation.
GoGastronomy
Try the Boneless Chicken Wing and spot it on Foodspotting!
Try the Boneless Chicken Wing and spot it on Foodspotting!
Matt D.
You'll get the most possible out of the meal if you talk to the chefs and ask them lots of questions about the food.
You'll get the most possible out of the meal if you talk to the chefs and ask them lots of questions about the food.
M Squared Real Estate
Reservations are hard to come by at this six-customer, two-chef restaurant. Call exactly at 10am (not 10:05) one month ahead for a reservation.
Reservations are hard to come by at this six-customer, two-chef restaurant. Call exactly at 10am (not 10:05) one month ahead for a reservation.
GoGastronomy
Try the Philly Cheese Steak and spot it on Foodspotting!
Try the Philly Cheese Steak and spot it on Foodspotting!
steve b.
The whole menu is stunning-it is a true experience
The whole menu is stunning-it is a true experience
Travel + Leisure
If you’re looking for something more daring than José Andrés’s tapas restaurant Jaleo, head to nearby Minibar, where one-bite molecular concoctions take center stage.
If you’re looking for something more daring than José Andrés’s tapas restaurant Jaleo, head to nearby Minibar, where one-bite molecular concoctions take center stage.
Washington Post
The Obamas celebrated Valentine's Day 2013 at Jose Andres' Penn Quarter restaurant, which left Washington Post restaurant critic Tom Sietsema unimpressed in December 2012.
The Obamas celebrated Valentine's Day 2013 at Jose Andres' Penn Quarter restaurant, which left Washington Post restaurant critic Tom Sietsema unimpressed in December 2012.
Home Owner Solution Network I.
Unpredictable hours...
Unpredictable hours...
Tiffany K.
BarMini has its own separate drink and snack menu. Passion fruit kisses are yummy!
BarMini has its own separate drink and snack menu. Passion fruit kisses are yummy!
Maggie K.
The restaurant address is incorrect. It is on The corner of E Street NW and 9th St. And, Daniel the maitre d is great! ;)
The restaurant address is incorrect. It is on The corner of E Street NW and 9th St. And, Daniel the maitre d is great! ;)
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