Mercy Me

Stopped in for a presidential dinner cocktails and the vibe was spot on and so was the espresso martini. Standing at the bar wasn't allowed. But luckily we were able to grab a table. Highly recommend!

My friends and I stopped by Mercy Me to check out El Chalet. Unfortunately, it was booked for an event but we were able to get a table in the bar/lounge area. The ambiance was great and staff were friendly. Food did take a little while to come out but it was worth the wait. The drinks were fantastic, some of the best in DC! The Baires Mule was a favorite. It contains kola nut which will give you a burst of energy! The topicalia spritz and maca verde were both good. We grab some small plates to share. The burger was a pretty good size, juicy and had good flavor. The fries were perfectly crispy. The beef tartare was good, the potato crisps went well with it and wish we had more! The emapanadas were my favorite! Crispy outside, short ribs filling was bursting with flavor and the chimichurri sauce was soooo delicious--this is a must try! The truffle provaleta wasn't warm enough and the cheese cooled quickly, causing it to get a little hard and the croquettes were just ok. Overall a great experience! Would love to go back to and try their dinner menu.

We wanted to eat here a couple of times before posting a review.Both times we really enjoyed ourselves. The menu is pretty inventive. We have grown a little palette numb over the years so Mercy Me has been a nice surprise for us.I'm still thinking about a ceviche we had over the summer. One of the major standouts were the picanha beef tartare with lettuce wraps and potato chips. This is a fresh take on a classic and if you like a little spice and enjoy beef tartare, then this is a must get.Our other favorite was the gnocchi with octopus. The acidity of the tomatoes was a great complement to make this whole dish sing in harmony. Also, the Brazilian sausage was extremely flavorful and at least unique for us.Service was very good with all the essentials covered along with an extremely pleasant demeanor. In total we had five courses and dessert (a dairy free panna cotta) which was a great, light way to end the abundance of food we ate. This also included a glass of wine with each course. The total price including 24% tip for the excellent service was $348. If you are not huge eaters like us, you could definitely keep the price lower. However, for us, this was a bargain to have good service and such inventive culinary skills. Mercy Me is now part of our regular rotation. Two notes that might be of interest to other diners..**(1) There is an automatic 22% surcharge/tip if that is a problem for you.****(2) The restaurant is lively, especially as the evening progresses with either a DJ or live music. This could be a problem for those preferring a calmer venue. If you enjoy lively energy, then this is a good spot.**

Needed a quick bite while visiting and this place looked cute. Grabbed a seat at the bar and the folks behind were quick to getting me the menu. Everyone working the bar was super friendly and helpful - definitely the highlight.I got the Peruvian chicken and it was pretty good. It came with a little salad and yuca fries too which were all good as well. The chicken itself wasn't too dry, the fries were crispy, and and salad tasted fresh.The vibes are cute. It's a hotel restaurant but had good energy with quite some people for a weekday evening. Definitely worth a shot.

Beautiful open restaurant off the lobby of the Yours Truly Hotel. Food was good - the shareable tomahawk was especially cooked and presented well - but nothing that truly wowed me for the quite expensive price. It's a great place for a group, where there are plenty of large tables for 6-8 people, and we were able to get a reservation just a couple of days in advance. The DJ playing on Saturday night was also not as disruptive as the reminder texts before our dinner suggested - but then again, we were seated on the other side of the restaurant. Recommended for a fun night out with friends.

A friend of a friend asked me to check out this swanky spot in downtown D.C. So...I did!! This spot was definitely swanked out, fancy, fun, with some aesthetically different food!! Let's GO!!.Where I am: @mercyme.dc.Location Reviewed: 1143 New Hampshire Ave, N.W. Washington D.C..Menu Includes:*See Website*www.mercymedc.com.Items Reviewed:Their Crispy Rice Nigiri (with Wagyu tataki-a ginger sauce, Shitake jam-a mushroom jam, & black garlic glaze on top of crisp rice $19). STAMP!! Super tender Wagyu, with a slight hint of sweet, & sour ginger sauce, garlicky, with the crunch of the rice!!Their Empanadas (with Hucatay -a black mint sauce- braised lamb, Criolla onions-finely chopped sliced onions in vinegar, tomatoes, garlic, chili, bell peppers, olive oil, salt, pepper, & herbs-& salsa Sabrosa- a savory salsa $16). STAMP!! Meaty, crispy, & perfectly seasoned...dip this in the dip, & use the onions!!Their Ñoqui (a Gnocchi pasta with chorizo crumble, English peas, & salsa Criolla $23).Their Samurai Sour (with seed lip, wasabi, ginger, sesame oil, Yuzu, & egg white $10). STAMP!! Spicy, frothy, sweet, & tasty.Their Ceviche (with Hamachi, blood orange, & aji amarillo $21). DELICIOUS. If you like raw fish...this is for YOU!! I just personally don't like the consistency.Their Peruvian Chicken (roasted heirloom chicken, Aja verde, Aja Amarillo, & baby lettuce $49). STAMP!! Now the whole chicken leg, & foot threw me off!! BUT...when dipped into this thing the skin was well seasoned, & crispy, the meat was juicy & tender, & the sauces HIT!!.Online Navigation: Easy.Parking: ROUGH.Music: YouTube-Backyard Band Sauce Crucial Pocket.Recommendations: That Wagyu, noodles, chicken...5 Stars=STAMP4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT4 Stars=DELICIOUS3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS1 Star=NAH#Bigschlimsreviews #dmvfoodie #washingtondcfood #wagyu #goodeats #stamp

Mercy Me was another Instagram hyped restaurant I wanted to check it out!I came in for Sunday brunch with friends and we sat in the Blossom Garden which was very cute & picturesque! The servers were very friendly from start to finish. Honestly, the food was 3/5 overall. I ordered the Wagyu A Lo Pobre which was cooked Well instead of Medium. The eggs and fries were too crispy and my friend wasn't a fan of the Pain Perdu. We did agree the Chorizo Rice Hash was good but nothing was spectacular. The experience was just okay so I wouldn't rush to come here or recommend it over other brunch spots in DC. Probably best to grab a drink, take some cute pics and leave.

Great bartender! Ian was so friendly and knowledgeable. We sat at the bar and had a couple of drinks and the pannacotta for dessert. Got to try some scotch from Bunnahabhain where we had visited in Scotland. Wonderful experience and would visit again when we are in DC.

Definitely a fan of a restaurant that serves something other than burgers and boring salads. Peruvian-inspired food is unexpected and yet very well executed. I enjoyed the lamb empanadas. It would be great if they marinated the lamb just a tad longer, but the flavor was great and the texture was better than I expected. PLEASE try a drink you're not used to!! And trust your server, they live for the recommendations. The space is a really laid back vibe with a classy touch, so plan to chill for a while and enjoy the night. The menu changes often, but I hear brunch is really where it's at. I'll come back for that. The rice & beans and crispy yuca were a really nice touch, good flavor without heavy oils. We'd definitely come back next time.

Great food, good service and beautiful El Chante. We love the pichana and tuna tostada. The cocktails are good too.