Firefly

In honor of a #FlashbackFriday...I gotta give credit where credit is due & that's to Firefly & their wonderful dishes. I visited the restaurant for a third time to try their dinner menu & I must say I made a GREAT decision. From the chili shrimp as an appetizer, to the lamb chops for my entree & ending with a sweet taste of cheesecake; manifesto. Gotta say the shrimp was a AMAZING w/ Chef Red's special sauce. The lamb chops marinating juices just melted in my mouth & I'm glad I was in the mood for something sweet. From the whip cream, to the berries & the sweet glaze on top; the cheesecake was EVERYTHING!And to top it off, the scenery was topped off w/ a great smooth ambiance. Firefly will stay on my list to comeback! I even had to get a "to-go" meal for my moms to try; she raved about chicken breast & those tasty mashed potatoes. Well done!

Firefly Restaurant in DuPont Circle offers an unforgettable dining experience that's both cozy and exceptional. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm, inviting atmosphere that set the tone for an evening we won't forget.The highlight of the night was the rib-eye steak. Cooked to a perfect medium, this steak was nothing short of extraordinary. Tender, juicy, and impeccably seasoned with garlic and peppercorn, every bite was a burst of flavor. The chef, Red, personally introduced himself to us and shared that he was from New Orleans, which made the experience even more special. He genuinely cared about how the food tasted and made sure we were completely satisfied--an extra touch that made all the difference.We also had the pleasure of enjoying the drinks from the talented bar staff. Patrick made me an Old Fashioned that was perfectly balanced, and Tina whipped up a delicious espresso for my girlfriend, both of which added to the overall high-quality service. Patrick and Tina were incredibly kind and attentive, making us feel completely at ease.After such a fantastic experience, my girlfriend and I couldn't resist coming back to try the lamb chops. They were cooked to perfection--tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. My girlfriend had the salmon on our first visit, but after tasting the lamb chops, she declared she wanted to come back for those next time.I'll definitely be recommending Firefly to all my friends. My girlfriend and her friends are big brunch fans, so I'm sure they'll be checking it out soon too. We're already looking forward to our next visit!A huge shout-out to Chef Red for the incredible meal and to the entire team for making us feel so welcomed. We can't wait to come back!

I had the most wonderful experience at FireFly! The ambiance of the restaurant was very cozy and organized but it was the people and food that made the experience 100x more memorable. Our waitress Tina was very charismatic and helpful in getting us accustomed, while kindly checking in throughout the night to ensure our satisfaction. Chef Red was attentive, accommodating, and extremely talented in cooking. His Alfredo pasta was creamy, very tasteful and was complemented perfectly by the salmon in it. I had to double up the sweet chilli tail on shrimp appetizers, not because they weren't enough (they were actually great, big sizes) but because the sauce Chef Red made them in were to die for, complimenting the crisp outside and tender inside of the shrimp. Overall, I would recommend anyone to come for dinner (although their breakfast was delightful as well)! Thank you Tina, Chef Red, and the rest of the FireFly team!

Firefly was a great spot for a fun Sunday brunch! The place has a fun and cool ambience and all of the staff was very friendly and attentive! We started by sharing the deviled eggs. They were very good, although I've had better at other places in the past. I had the Smoked Salmon Benedict for my main dish and it was delicious. A couple of the folks in my party had the Chicken and Waffles and enjoyed it. One member of our group went for the Biscuits and Gravy and found it to be quite tasty!It was a little pricy, but overall a good spot for brunch.

Heartening to find a place with great food, service, and ambiance all in one. Apparently they had just introduced a new Cajun-inspired menu a few weeks ago ... pleased to see the chef so personable and enthusiastic about our feedback. We had a chili glazed shrimp (MUST TRY!!), chicken wings with mango pineapple sauce (another 5/5), grilled salmon (3.5/5 - good but nothing special), Alfredo pasta (3.5/5 - would have been 5/5 if it had more vegetables) and lamb chops (3.5/5... a bit dry). Finished off with triple chocolate - crème brûlée- apple tartlet ... all a 5/5.Definitely coming here again!!

A group of us came late at night on a weekday so we only order a drink each. The female staff member was very kind and welcoming. The bartender who took our drink orders seemed new as he wasn't sure what some of the drinks contained, and when we were trying to order "Check Your Floatability", he kept pointing to the rest of the cocktails above. The female staff member had to explain what it was.Presentation-wise, Check Your Floatability looked great. The drink itself was good, but a bit too sweet, and I typically enjoy sweet cocktails. My friend got a pink drink (unsure of the name), and it reminded me of cough syrup. Cocktails are $17 each.

I want to round up but this is more like a 3.33 review so down it is. I stopped by the Firefly after a night at the attached Hotel Madera to try out their brunch. Pros: attached to the hotel; trendy and conspicuously clean; and well-trained wait staffIt was Mothers Day do I expected a wait and was surprised to get a seat in the lounge quickly. I was seated quickly but service was quite slow. I had a spa appointment so I was in a rush and ordered coffee, chicken and waffles and a the Garden Rose. The cocktail came before the coffee and I had to request cream and sugar. The coffee was amazing.The chicken and waffles claim to be served with maple syrup-that was my draw. They were not. At all. I had to flag down the waiter to ask, though the host/manager did check on me prior to that. The waiter claimed it was maple. Unsurprising as the FOH often doesn't know what the kitchen does. It. Was. NOT. Maple.The waffle was okay. Tasted like krusteaz but made on a fancy iron. The chicken tenders were nicely proportioned and the breading was not overdone but they were not well seasoned. Couldn't find the waiter for hot sauce so I ate them as they came. Overall 3/5. The service was SLOW. I was late for a spa appointment and asked for my check. It took the waiter over 15 minutes to return. I don't know how much past that but I only waited for the 15 then I paid cash and split. Underwhelming, but in a good location would be my estimation of Firefly. There are way nicer brunch places in DC but Hotel Madera is nice so I'm sure they'll continue to get brisk business. I won't be back.

Let me start off by saying "amazing staff!" Their level of hospitality and quality service was consistent throughout our entire time and for that, I say "thank you!" Ambiance: if you could run away to a secret garden, this place would be it. The ambiance from the front door to the restrooms were very stylish, comfortable, and well designed. I was enamored by their decor and simply loved how comfortable this place was. Happy Hour: So my favorite part of their happy hour is the price of the drinks, not the limited selection of foods. I'll break them down separately. Drinks: I originally ordered a cocktail called Fake it Til you Make it ($13) and it wasn't my cup of tea. It was supposed to contain vodka but from what I tasted, there was mostly ice and cranberry juice and that wasn't what I was hoping for after a long stressful work day. I later switched to red wine ($9) and that was enjoyable throughout the night. Food: their happy hour food is limited but I enjoyed the Parmesan fries ($8) and Mediterranean bread ($13) both were very tasty but, they were super small. Because of this, I decided to order a Firefly Burger ($24) off the regular menu. The burger was paired with fries and the taste was simply okay. Topped with heavy cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and red onions, I have enjoyed better burgers....for less! I think given the size of the happy hour food and the price, you were a few dollars away from selecting something off the regular menu. That, in my opinion, wasn't cost effective. Would I return? Yes! For ambiance and drinks! But, I would definitely eat somewhere else because the area has better food/prices to choose from. Overall, I give this experience 4 slow hand claps for their service but not so much their food. Those prices were a bit ridiculous and the lack of happy hour bites wasn't welcoming.

Firefly holds a special place in my memory. It's a spot that has been around for over 20 years! How do I know this? It was the very first date that I ever had with my partner, and we're now married. Firefly I'm sure helped seal the deal! I remember coming here in my early 20s and thinking just how expensive it was. But then again, I was making just about poverty-level wages as a lowly DC newbie answering phones. The original spot had a different version of a tree in the middle of the restaurant. Think of it as a high-end version of Rainforest Cafe. It was pretty classy, and totally remember it like it was yesterday.My partner and I returned recently to celebrate our 19 year anniversary. My first thought -- the prices are totally reasonable. Though, our tastes have become a lot more expensive I guess. The cocktails are creative and they have an extensive list of mocktails, which is always nice to see.My partner got the filet, which he enjoyed and I had the Cornish hen. Service was nice and the place hit on all the nostalgia that I remembered. The restaurant is just south of Dupont Circle in the Hotel Madera. I'm not typically inclined to eat in hotel restaurants but it feels very separate from the hotel, with the exception of using the bathroom. We will likely come back again -- maybe our 39th year anniversary? Random number but so is celebrating 19 years. Regardless, it's a cozy spot.

I went here for brunch on Sunday. It's a cute restaurant in DuPont circle. I definitely recommend making reservations because it started getting crowded around noon. My server was extremely friendly and pretty attentive. There was a variety of food options on the brunch menu and the food came out really fast. The prices were also very fair. I ordered an egg white frittata and a cup of hot green tea for only $26. The egg white frittata was amazing! It came out piping hot in a skillet. The flavor was great. The feta cheese gave the frittata the saltiness, but it wasn't too salty. The combination of mushrooms, spinach, peppers, and feta cheese in the frittata was delicious! The side salad was bland. The dressing was just oil. The dressing needed lemon juice or balsamic vinegar to give it more flavor.