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Cynthia, Washington, DC

Cynthia

4.5
4.5
7 Reviews
$31 to $50
Bistro

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 7 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for craft beers
Cynthia is a neighborhood bar and bistro featuring beautiful pasta, creative burgers, shareable starters, while always offering vegan and vegetarian options. Our beverage program showcases reimagined timeless classic cocktails with creative and modern twists, and a thoughtfully curated selection of beautiful wine from both regional vineyards and renowned global producers. We look forward to reintroducing Cynthia to our friends and neighbors, and welcoming new faces to our neighborhood bar and bistro.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, American, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 741-1741
  • Website
    http://www.CynthiaDC.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Menu

Starters

  • KIMCHI CHIPS$8.00

    house potato chips, gochugaru spice blend (or plain)

    • BREAD & BUTTER$6.00

      sliced baked baguette with salted butter

      • PARMESAN FRIES$10.00

        red chimichurri, chives

        • SARDINE CROQUETTES$16.00

          red pepper flakes, shallots, lemon aioli

          • CHEDDAR CROQUETTES$14.00

            mustard, potato, bourbon aioli

            • STEAK TARTARE$20.00

              caperberries, egg yolk, shallots, chives, grilled bread

              • BRUSCHETTA$16.00

                grilled sourdough, burrata, cherry tomatoes, red wine vinaigrette, micro basil

                • CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE BOARD$29.00

                  Selection of 6 Italian cheeses, Jamón Serrano, house pepper jelly, dried currants, walnuts & house crackers

                  Soup, Salad & Vegetables

                  • PUMPKIN SQUASH SOUP$12.00

                    miso, pumpkin seeds, herb oil, croutons

                    • ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS$16.00

                      hot honey vinaigrette, sesame seeds

                      • BLACK GARLIC CAESAR SALAD$17.00

                        hearts of romaine, whole anchovy, za'atar croutons, parmesan

                        Pastas

                        • PESTO FETTUCCINE$22.00

                          garlic, lemon, basil, pine nuts, parmesan

                          • CHICKEN PARMESAN$28.00

                            house spaghetti, parmesan, mozzarella, basil

                            • PAPPARDELLE BOLOGNESE$25.00

                              beef and pork, parmesan

                              Burgers

                              • ATLAS BURGER$25.00

                                comté, spiced tomato jam, arugula, balsamic aioli, red chimichurri, salted house potato chips or parmesan fries (4)

                                • CINDY BURGER$25.00

                                  gorgonzola dulce, caramelized onions, house pickles, chipotle mayo, salted house potato chips or parmesan fries (4)

                                  • FISH BURGER$25.00

                                    shrimp, red snapper, salsa verde, lemon aioli, red onion, fennel, arugula w. house chips or parmesan fries (4)

                                    Mains

                                    • STEAK FRITES$35.00

                                      grilled hanger steak, red chimichurri, parmesan fries

                                      • WILD MUSHROOM RISOTTO$24.00

                                        sage, parmesan, leeks

                                        Dessert

                                        • LEMON OLIVE OIL CAKE$12.00

                                          lemon, candied orange peel, whipped cream

                                          • CHOCOLATE MOUSSE$12.00

                                            espresso, whipped cream

                                            Last updated: November 17, 2024

                                            What 7 people are saying

                                            Overall ratings and reviews

                                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                            4.5
                                            4.5 based on recent ratings
                                            • 4.4Food
                                            • 4.5Service
                                            • 4.8Ambience
                                            • 4.4Value

                                            Noise • Quiet

                                            7 Reviews

                                            1. Ken

                                              Atlanta Metro

                                              1 review

                                              5.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on December 20, 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 4
                                              3. Service 4
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Great food option for you to to consider in the city. Great experience.

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                                            2. Sarah

                                              Austin

                                              1 review

                                              5.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on December 19, 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              We had a wonderful anniversary dinner at Cynthia last night! From the moment we walked in, the people working there were so kind, even offering us a free class of sparkling wine for our anniversary. We tried several cocktails and enjoyed all of them very much. We ate the bruschetta, steak frittes, and both desserts. Everything was great, and the red chimichurri sauce on the steak really caught our attention! We had a lovely meal, and we would definitely return again.

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                                            3. Joely

                                              Orlando

                                              1 review

                                              5.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on December 18, 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              The best cheese croquettes I’ve ever had! Absolutely loved the chocolate mousse too

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                                            4. Emma

                                              VIP

                                              Chicago

                                              5 reviews

                                              3.0

                                              5 reviews

                                              Dined on December 14, 2024

                                              1. Overall 3
                                              2. Food 4
                                              3. Service 3
                                              4. Ambience 4
                                              Everything we ate was so good, but they were out of almost everything. We tried to order the bruschetta, they were out. We tried ordering the bolognese, they were out. The chicken parm, out. We had to settle on our third choice, and the menu is already very small. Even after experiencing these conveniences the manager came over to say sorry but didn’t offer us anything to make up for the fact. Overall a really cute place with good food but they need to work out some of these inventory issues.

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                                            5. RaeChelle

                                              Baltimore

                                              1 review

                                              5.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on December 5, 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Great experience! Excellent server! Delicious food! 10/10!

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                                            6. Michael

                                              Washington DC

                                              1 review

                                              1.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on December 5, 2024

                                              1. Overall 1
                                              2. Food 1
                                              3. Service 2
                                              4. Ambience 3
                                              Most dishes were mediocre. Couple good cocktails. Meh wine selection. Cute decor and nice staff

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                                            7. Barbara

                                              Washington DC

                                              2 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              2 reviews

                                              Dined on November 22, 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 4
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              It is such a treat that Cynthia opened on H Street. Our neighborhood has needed a restaurant like this. I love the Parmesan fries and burgers and am looking forward to trying other menu items.

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                                            FAQs

                                            Cynthia is rated 4.5 stars by 7 OpenTable diners.

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                                            2 people
                                            8:30 PM
                                            Booked 7 times today
                                            Google Map for Cynthia

                                            502 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002-4338

                                            Additional information

                                            • Cross street
                                              5th and H NE
                                            • Neighborhood
                                              H Street Corridor
                                            • Hours of operation
                                              Tue–Sun 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
                                            • Price
                                              $31 to $50
                                            • Cuisines
                                              Bistro, American, Italian
                                            • Dining style
                                              Casual Dining
                                            • Dress code
                                              Casual Dress
                                            • Parking details
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