Location: Washington, DC
Visit Date: August 3, 2019

“Reverie is a New American restaurant from Chef Johnny Spero, with elegant touches and elevated cooking, in an approachable atmosphere. Our focus is to highlight the bounty of the ocean, so you can expect a substantial seafood experience.

Rooted in appreciation and dedication to the finest ingredients in the Mid-Atlantic, as well as from around the world, Reverie brings a unique dining experience to guests each night.”

Food

Pickled Kumamoto Oysters
Sungold Tomatoes
Kombu Cured Scallops
Monkfish | Mussel Dashi
Lamb | Wild Allspice | Berries
Reverie Burger
Blueberries with Pine
Sour Cherry w/Bergamot
Birch Ice Cream
Frosted Shiso Leaf

MICHELIN Guide’s Point Of View

“Feel like you’re searching for a place that you can’t find? Reverie is indeed hidden—tucked off a quiet cobblestone alley in Georgetown. Inside, its slate floors, smooth wood, and clean lines speak to a contemporary Nordic vibe. Nab a seat at the chef’s counter and you’ll be privy to the preparation of each item from start to finish. Like the design, inspiration for its cuisine skews North Atlantic.

Chef Johnny Spero did time at Noma, and from dense rye loaves served alongside cultured butter with black walnut miso, the references are evident. Whole roasted duck and the burger are attention worthy, but the true showstopper may just be those slices of rosy squab breast sitting pretty in a rye porridge enriched with preserved wild blueberries and savory jus.”