Yara Rooftop

The Ambiance was nice . Service was slow .... Definitely need to hire more people ! Really enjoyed the Food and drinks . Will definitely be back when the weather breaks .

I was staying in the hotel for a conference and happened to be in the elevator with the manager, who let me know Yara was open that evening and encouraged me to visit with my group. I had a margarita and the pork dumplings. Both were delicious, but the service and the view really stood out. The Capitol dome is clearly visible from the restaurant, and we had a clear, starry night to see it.

Yara is a really cool rooftop on top of the Marriott Capitol Hill. It's somewhat off the beaten path, so it's not as popular as the other DC rooftops that are located in the trendier spots, which I actually like! We attempted to dine outside but it was a bit too chilly even with the heat lamps so we had to take the party inside :) The outdoor space is pretty impressive. It's large and has TV's so that you can come grab a drink and a bite and catch a game or two. It has traditional seating and of course the lounge setup which is "sexy" but awkward if you're trying to eat. Indoor is small but does have a cozy feel. It also has a nice size indoor/outdoor bar if you want to grab a bite and chill right there. Yara features a Latin cuisine and the food was really good. We had the only sushi offering they have and it was fantastic. For entrees I had the Ahi Tuna over risotto and my friend had the half chicken.Our server seemed new and a bit overwhelmed. Her colleagues did a good job trying to cover for her. I had to deduct a point for that, but otherwise, Yara was great and I can't wait for the next warm evening to take full advantage of Yara!!

Server: April R. is the absolute best. She was very attentive and I was very impressed. Yara Caipirinha - made by April- 10/10. Perfectly sweet. I got 2. I would come back again for this. Mixto Diablo - super tasty. 9/10. Highly recommend. Dessert: the tres leche is mid. I don't recommend.

I've been looking forward to going to Yara for a few months now. It is located on the rooftop of the new NoMa Marriott Hotel. I was able to check it out yesterday evening for drinks and a light bite. It was such a vibe!My friend and I sat at the bar outside. Our bartender was great! He checked on us frequently and had great recommenations! To drink I had the Cafecita, their version of an espresso martini We had a special ceviche option that was not on the menu with scallops, halibut, shrimp and leche de tiger which was absolutely amazing! We also had a little visitor that caught us completely off guard (a praying mantis). One of the servers was gracious enough to lead the critter onto a tray and set him off somewhere safely after I mentioned my bug phobia lol. All in all, I had a great experience at Yara. Definitely a rooftop I look forward to going back to and trying out more options!

This is a great spot that is on top of the Marriott Hotel. The rooftop is gorgeous and we went at night during the summer time, so there was a nice breeze. The place was packed when I got there, but luckily I made a reservation. I definitely recommend making a reservation. I had the Pollo Loco Sandwich, and not to be dramatic, but this might be the best chicken sandwich I have ever had. The chicken was juicy and tender, the bread was toasted and soft. I believe the side of fries is actually yuca, I could be wrong, but either way they were delicious. I definitely recommend this spot if you are in town or just in the area, a little pricey, but they give you so much food so what is there to dislike? There's also a bar, so if you are just wanting to pick up a quick drink, this is a solid place to consider. I'm glad I decided to give this place a try, 10s a tossed the board

Yara is located on the rooftop of the Marriott Hotel in NOMA. It's a smaller venue but beautiful decor. The highlight of the restaurant is obviously their outdoor rooftop seating but unfortunately for us, it was storming the night we went. We were a little past our reservation time but the staff was still able to get us seated.Our waitress was Peruvian and helped explain the menu options. The venue was celebrating Peruvian Independence week and had a speciality menu offered. The couple next to us knew the Chef and recommended we order the lamb shank, rice, and beans from the special menu. THIS WAS AMAZING! From the first bite of the beans to the lamb that was literally melting off the bone with every stab of our forks. The portion is large enough to feed 2 people comfortably. The first few bites, we sat in silence just so content to eat. We definitely cleaned the plate right off. I hope they decide to fully add this to their regular menu. Would highly recommend coming here!

1 word: exquisite The ceviche was the perfect balance of sour and spicy. The sushi had a special crunch in the middle and the rice to fish ratio made each bite better and better.The food and ambiance of Yara is beautifully presented.Very different than other places I've been to! The pictures say it all.

Located on the rooftop of the Marriott Hotel in NoMa, Yara opened in perfect time for the summertime weather and crowd!My friend and I sat on the inside of the 360 bar, because the seats outside were all taken - much to be expected with the great weather and trendy new spot alert! We were really impressed with the amazing service! Their mixologist - Jacques, made some incredible cocktails which we will definitely go back to try again. The music and food were also magnificent... The food and cocktail menu definitely showcase the Latin fusion dynamism that Chef Yuki was aiming for.I'm looking forward to going back to explore more of the menu, because from the looks of people sampling other dishes - everyone seemed impressed.

Great folks here that'll take care of you and adjust to your needs. The food is great with excellent ambiance. Their whole staff is just very down to earth and hospitable. They had a little mishap but were totally on top of it. No one's perfect and they are a spot Id like to see gain more traction over time. The team is a humble and hard working group of folks. Give them a shot, they won't disappoint.