Maggie Lyle
Everything about this place is amazing. The atmosphere is great, there’s indoor and outdoor seating options (both outdoor options are covered). The food is served similar to tapas style, they recommend about 3 plates per person. The pita was endless and served fresh and warm. The hummus is creamy and full of flavor. Everything was delicious and cooked well except the octopus, which was a bit rubbery (likely because of the size). Some of the plates were much smaller than anticipated but overall we left full and happy! Definitely a must try!
Jeff
It was our first time visiting and the food was amazing, the service was prompt and friendly. The flaming cheese is done table side and is delicious and worth it for the show alone. We will definitely be coming back!
Kay
Great food quality - their flat bread was one of the best I've tried in the past few years. Food was good for the price, and it was a nice neighborhood location to visit.
Service was not as attentive. All tables were full at the time I was there, but even considering that, it was difficult to get the server's attention.
Anne M.
I was pleasantly surprised by every little detail of this place. My husband planned our anniversary celebration and all the team helped out with the process: since arriving to our reserved table without waiting, to starting the night with champagne and ending it with dessert… I was very grateful to all the staff for making our night more perfect!
• The food was absolutely delicious. Every. Single. Bite. We tried and fully recommend the following:
- The spread sampler
- Fried cauliflower
- Grilled chicken
- Adana Kebab
• For drinks we tried the Gin & Tonic and Basilica. Only suggestion is they would be perfect if they were light on ice, since it melted pretty fast.
• Our server was extremely helpful with explaining the menu to us. His recommendations were on point and the plates he suggested were our favorites. Shout out to Valentino for his excellent service!
Over all, exceptional experience. Can’t wait to come back and try more of the amazing menu!
Lou Costanza
Delicious Turkish cuisine in a great location. Came here for dinner and was quite impressed. We were seated right away at an outdoor table. Our wait person was efficient and pleasant. We opted to share several small plates. Two of my favorites were the grape leaves and the baklava for dessert. The Brussels sprouts were nice as well. They have a decent wine selection. I highly recommend this restaurant.
Dylan Prévost
A Turkish coworker lauded the authenticity of the Turkish menu items, and I have to say they play well on an American palette! Excellent temperature control, great flavor balance on the dishes, a wide array of menu items, and the service is outstanding. Would certainly come again.
Creed Jones
Excellent meal with great, attentive service. Small plates dining makes sense, and it’s delicious. The taramosalata was the best I’ve ever had, and the grilled octopus is the most delicious thing I’ve eaten in months!
Tiara Chanel
The restaurant is beautiful. When we arrived, the hostess greeted us with a warm smile and super pleasant. Right away we were seated and the server came. We ordered and about 5 mins later food began arriving. The presentation was gorgeous and everything was flavorful.
C
Packed on a Friday night, it is not easy to secure a reservation at the wonderful, Agora of Dupont Circle.
While music can be loud, the joy of of friend’s laughter and glasses clinking make the atmosphere electric. Dishes of all sizes and flavors may be had, but I most recommend the Ottoman Rice, Bruksel Lahana & Grilled Chicken.
Konrad Fritz
Good food but menu is deceiving. We ordered what we thought were entrees but they were really appetizer-sized. My dining partner got the lamb chops and it came with just two. They weren't listed as mezze, which was in a different section, and they were more expensive so we expected more food. I got scallops which were listed as coming with mushrooms and field greens. I expected that to be a salad but it turned out to be just a garnish of microgreens. See the picture I posted. Everything was tasty but just be aware when you order.
Hanouf F
4 stars/ September 9th, They have really good food but the server was a bit rude..
3 stars/October 4th, I revisited this place again, but this time I encountered another issue. The Adana kebab I ordered was cooked medium-well instead of well-done, as I had requested. When I tried it, it was still medium, and what surprised me even more was that the server took the kebab I had already tasted and simply returned the plate to me without replacing it. In other restaurants, they usually bring a new dish if they don't meet the customer's preference, but here, they served the same kebab I had already eaten. I must say, this seemed quite unusual. Additionally, I ordered Turkish coffee, but it tasted more like espresso.
5 stars/ Nov 21st.. On my third visit to Agura, everything clicked perfectly. The Mantii was a taste sensation, and the service was spot-on. From the moment I stepped in, the staff made sure every detail was just right. Agura consistently delivers a flawless dining experience, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit to savor their exceptional food and service.
Thrisha Mohan
We came on a Thursday evening and it was pretty busy but the space is so big that it doesn’t feel cramped. Host took great care of us and the food was fantastic. The menu highlights for us were the Cauliflower, Imam Bayildi, and the Mystic Flora drink. The künefe was also delicious.
M E J
While my husband and I don't get in to DC very often, it seems like we always, always gravitate to Agora. Even with our efforts to branch out, we keep coming back for the incredible food and the even better people. I legit dream about the taramasalata, the borek with whatever magical tomato dip that comes with, and the Aroma - a perfect smoky/tart/smooth cocktail that is a show unto itself to order.
Every visit feels like it was the best one yet, and I really think it's because of the kindness and attention of the staff. They're professional and attentive, but even better - they're fun to talk to, have a great sense of humor, and are just as eager to swap food stories as we are. Vedat was our server on this latest visit, and he was an absolute gem. We also met Kelsie, the GM, who went above and beyond by checking in on us throughout the meal.
Abby
Great place for bottomless brunch! All the food and drinks were delicious, but the best part is that the staff is very attentive and they truly keep the dishes coming (not like some bottomless brunch places that take a very long time for the food to arrive). Would recommend for a relaxing and fun time having brunch with friends!
Carlos Armstrong
Highly impressed with this spot. I did brunch there with a few friends and the food was good. Servers were nice too.
Basma ElBati
I had my birthday dinner there last night with a group of 8 friends. It was perfect from the decorations to all the food courses. The cocktails, wine, dessert and tea& coffee were also delicious and all well presented overall. Melissa the events manager is out of this world! She was prompt with her response and made great recommendations based on party size and everyone’s food preferences. It was an overall awesome experience!
Augusto Cangahuala
Really good experience. Excellent service and delicious food. We sat in the patio and enjoyed a wonderful summer evening with friends. We shared a variety of dishes and everything was delicious and nicely presented. Definitely a great place to go in a large or small group.
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