Michael B.
The stories about the decor and atmosphere are true! It's so relaxing and feel like I am eating at my grandma's house. The decorations were amazing and some brought back memories of my childhood. I saw an entire shelf of decorated thimbles!! My first visit left such a great positive impression. The food was excellent and very tasty. The services was awesome and the staff were friendly and knowledgeable. I wish I had gone to visit this place years ago when I first heard about it and its proof that we should not procrastinate but instead embrace visiting new places sooner.
Natalie Young
Our first experience at Mari Vanna was so lovely. First of all, the restaurant itself is incredible and cozy - you feel like you are at a grandmothers house somewhere in the countryside in Eastern Europe / Russia. Our server was great - answered all of our questions, made wonderful suggestions. We all tried different flavors of their house infused vodka which was so cool! The food was so yum. I highly recommend if you are in the DC area wanting to try Eastern European food and have a wonderful experience! I’ll definitely be back!
Kay Hui
We stumbled across this restaurant and it was fully booked yesterday so we made a reservation for the next day. We ordered the pork and beef pelmani dumplings, beef stroganoff, and beef tongue – all were delicious and the tongue was so well cooked it didn’t have the usually texture of tongue but was melt in your mouth tender. The decor looks 1920s/30s and has an old country charm.
Esther Chang
Mari Vanna’s food is really delicious, especially the Borscht. Hot, with great veggie and beef flavored, adding the pork oil and the sour cream, it’s the best comfort food when the season is changing ( or simply when it is cold).
Also love the ambiance here - lovely decoration and the dress code of the waitress make the dining experience even more enjoyable.
Would definitely recommend!
Rachel Canfield
10/10 the atmosphere is atmosphere is so cute and distinct and the drinks and food is very distinct to Russia. We had a great waiter with wonderful suggestions. We got a few tasty shots and great appetizers. I would LOVE to come back here anytime. Happy hour or dinner. Great dumplings or protein focused entrees.
Annindita Palaus - Realtor
The service and atmosphere at this place makes up for the average tasting food. The price is on the higher side but that's expected for such a prime location. I would definitely recommend this place just to enjoy the ambience and the food is OK too. My husband is Russian so I believe I have a pretty good idea about Russian food. And this review was primarily based on his opinion.
Mikkela T
It was a dark and foggy night, so I went to babushka’s house for some food. Mari Vanna serves Eastern European/Russian food. I decided to try the blini and caviar, the beef stroganoff, and the waiter recommended eggplant stuffed with garlic and cheese. For dessert, a tower of pastry and cream called a Napoleon—it was like that dessert with a thousand layers of pastry which I can’t spell. The restaurant is warm and the staff are welcoming. There is an upstairs so larger parties can be had up there. The tables are very close together (less room between them than an airplane aisle) but the lively atmosphere, Russian disco music, and warm food makes for a fun place. I would go for the duck next time. My dishes were fine but nothing super outstanding. #russianfood #blini #caviar #beefstroganoff
Eunice Dominguez
Loved the decoration and atmosphere. Dinner was good, we got the salmon kebab and lamb chops. For dessert Medovik. We definitely we'll go back to try more things on the menu.
Jessica Monberg
Really cozy and inviting atmosphere. The staff was kind and the food was nicely paced, and delicious. Good selection of unique vodkas. We were very happy with our meal overall and look forward to bringing friends back here!
Thais Oliveira
Sad I had to seat at the bhar when there were so many tables available. Probably because I was alone. Made me feel really bad. But, anyway, the place is beautiful, the atmosphere is good, all 3 floors are amazing and the staff is very friendly.
Matt O'Sickey
We've never tried Russian food prior to our visit Friday evening. If Mari Vanna is any indication, we should not have waited so long. We cannot say enough positive things about the food. The salo plate was delightful, the golden duck was just magically good, even the simple side dish of buckwheat was a unique pleasure.
Elena Sichyova
The best place to celebrate a birthday or dinner with friends and family! great music, atmosphere, food and service! thank you guys, you're the best!
Robert Borowski
Good spot for Russian vodka and dinner. Prepare yourself for long diner.- start with pierozki!! And do not skip deserts !! Miodownik and blintzes are best
Marie Morena Mckenzie
I think Mari Vanna was absolutely stunning!!! The decor, food, music and culture there was top notch. I felt like I was literally having dinner at someone's home in Russia. This is a place I will consistently go to from here on out. If you have not tried them out you are missing out. If I could I would give them 10 stars.
Jordan Suger
This is the best atmosphere in DC , everyone is friendly from management to the customers. I highly recommend it if you are looking for adult crowd and respectful venue!
Cris Celle
Great food, awesome crowd, endless vodka, nice ambiance...the bar tender had good suggestions(kudos to Stanislav) and we enjoyed all of it(while most were vodkas😆)...
Jeff Cramer
We finally made it Mari Vanna and can’t say enough about our experience. The service, food and atmosphere made for a memorable afternoon. We went for the Sunday brunch and can’t wait to go back for dinner!
Angela Sarkisov
Great place, great food
Good service, Pavel was our waiter and were well tacken care off . Definitely going back there
Melissa Car Murray
We love Mari Vanna! Food and service are always wonderful. The small tables in the window are so much fun - delicious food and people watching too! It was the first time we went to brunch and loved it. Blinis!!
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