Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Western
Non-veg
Serves fish, vegan options available. Restaurant with a menu that states all dishes can be made vegan on request. Also has a daily rotating tasting menu that can be made vegan. Open Tue-Sat 5:30pm-10:30pm.
13 Reviews
First Review by bknamaste
tj9045
Points +441
Delicious tasting menu, easily made vegan - Edit
Unique and tasty vegan dishes for all courses (including dessert). Staff was knowledgeable about vegan items and modifications.
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FairfaxVeganFam
Points +405
Best meal of our lives. - Edit
Just do it. Grab a reservation (we made one 3 months in advance). We sat at the kitchen counter so we could see the prep behind the scenes. All of the chefs and staff members were super nice and answered our questions. The food was really the best.
Read morePros: Tasty seasonal menu, Laid back experience with incredible service, Food like never before
Cons: Pricey but worth it, Hard to get a resy :)
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inkybrown
Points +350
superb vegan tasting menu - Edit
Went to Oyster Oyster recommended on a post of Gene Baur and the food was amazing and the staff were so nice. Most expensive restaurant I had ever been to but worth it! Even my non vegan girlfriend was impressed. It’s a veg restaurant with the exception of oysters.
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LucyBolden
Points +244
Beyond 5 Stars - Edit
Their website notes "Chef Rob Rubba and sommelier/restaurateur Max Kuller had a vision for an environmentally and sustainably focused restaurant.
Read morethat dream, then became a reality.
We believe in creating a dining experience for the future. Our menus focus on seasonal, local produce. These ingredients are sourced from individuals who believe in organic and regenerative farming practices. Through these relationships, we are able to minimize food waste and control our carbon footprint while providing a one-of-a-kind dining experience here in the Mid-Atlantic."
Oyster Oyster has done just that. Words can not describe the artistry in their creations, the visual and sensory sensations that each dish brings can only be experienced in-person.
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dah_82
Points +25
High-end food! - Edit
The service was great, food taste and presentation was top notch, very intimate setting.
Read morePros: Extremely creative options, Presentation is beatiful, Great place for a date night
Cons: Expensive, Reservations needed
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kmau_
Points +1143
Pricey but unique and delicious - Edit
This is definitely a “special night out” type of place. All the dishes were unique, well thought out, and beautiful. The food quality was unsurpassed. If you tell them you’re vegan, they replace oysters with oyster mushrooms in the dishes. The mushroom broth, beet bread, and sweet potato dishes were definitely highlights.
Read moreI do wish there was more of each dish, but we did get a tasting menu. The wine selection and cocktails were excellent. I would definitely go back, but only for the most special of occasions given the price tag ($250 for two, plus drinks).
Updated from previous review on 2022-12-12
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gabandtonic
Points +3011
Incredible fancy dinner! - Edit
Such a great spot for a real experience of a night. Wonderful staff also make it super enjoyable. I would love to return in a different season for a new tasting menu.
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williamdylewsky
Points +25
A very nice vegan tasting menu - Edit
Had the vegan tasting menu. Very well executed dinner. They clearly spend a lot of time and effort making this delicious
Read morePros: Many vegan options , Very inventive menu, Great service
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mike1366
Points +1299
Amazing fine dining experience - Edit
Incredibile food, wine, and service. A vegan tasting menu that changes seasonally and is based on local and foraged ingredients. The wine pairing option elevates the experience. A cozy and intimate spot for special occasions.
Read morePros: Vegan tasting menu, Wine pairing , Great service
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ElissaBVegan
Points +2980
Special Occasion Spot - Edit
Pricey, upscale "plant-forward" fare. Warm and welcoming atmosphere, excellent, friendly service and very interesting food. Mostly vegan, except, I think, for oysters and some butter on the non-vegan menu. No problem getting a fully vegan tasting menu. Good for a special occasion.
Read morePros: Mostly vegan, Great atmosphere , Great service
Cons: Very expensive , Not 100% vegan
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michaelposner
Points +92
Unique and delicious vegan tasting menu - Edit
Just check the vegan option when you make a reservation. All the dishes were so unique, tasty, and satisfying. The service was really wonderful too.
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KelseyCoulter
Points +150
A WOW experience - Edit
This was my first time dining at Oyster Oyster and my boyfriend and I were blown away. We got a 7 course vegan tasting menu and each course was incredibly delicious. The chef thoughtfully prepares each beautiful course.
Read moreI’ve eaten at a lot of vegan places in DC but never one like this. The vegetables in each dish were completely transformed into something magical. In addition, our waitress was super sweet and welcoming. While the restaurant and plates have an upscale vibe, there is nothing stuffy about the staff or service. Everyone we interacted with was knowledgeable and down to earth.
I can’t wait to go back to this place! If you’re looking for a unique, high-quality menu, this is the perfect DC spot.
Pros: Full vegan tasting menu , Great staff, Absolutely delicious food
Cons: Expensive , Small portions
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bknamaste
Points +835
Overpriced - Edit
I got take out from this restaurant, and I really wanted to love it, but it fell short. My boyfriend spent a lot of money on our dinner, I think close to $100 and we were still hungry after eating all of it! We ordered a multi course vegan dinner, and everything was pretty good, just small. They do change their menu often and have been evolving throughout the pandemic. I would try it again but and will update my review if I have a different experience the next time. There are definitely better options for your money like Equinox or Fancy Radish.
Read morePros: Mostly vegan
Cons: Expensive, Small portions
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