Matera DC

Matera DC reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Pat VIP

   Washington, D.C. Area71 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This is a neighborhood restaurant in the River Inn hotel near the Kennedy Center. One of the few walkable options if going to a show there. Very nice comfortable ambience, good menu. I was happy with the shrimp and pasta dish. Others enjoyed the steak and salmon entrees. The only disappointment was the salad. Too much lettuce and not tasty. Well priced, not overly expensive. Service was very good.
   

   Matera DCResponded on May 15, 2025

   Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're delighted you enjoyed the ambiance, service, and main dishes. We appreciate your feedback on the salad and will share it with our kitchen team as we continue to improve. Hope to welcome you again soon!
   

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   Enrique

   Atlanta4 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 24, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   A hidden Italian gem in Georgetown! I had absolute no expectations about this place since it was my first time really digging into Georgetown. I was a bit skeptical when we arrived and realized it was located at an hotel (I assumed it was the hotel's restaurant). However, everything turned to be very nice: the food was good with good portions; the server and hostess were very kind and complimentary with our group. This is not your "usual Italian" place where they only serve pizza and pasta. It has a very good menu with different options, many of them classic Italian dishes that you can find elsewhere, but the flavor was definitely a 9/10. I would definitely comeback if I want to get out of the rush from downtown Georgetown and enjoy a good dinner.
   

   Matera DCResponded 2 days ago

   Thank you so much for the thoughtful review, Enrique! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food, generous portions, and warm service. It means a lot to be considered a hidden gem, especially on your first Georgetown visit. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable dinner soon!
   

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   Chris VIP

   Washington, D.C. Area19 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 19, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fresh and flavorful, great wine selection, and fabulous service.
   

   Matera DCResponded on April 21, 2025

   Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed everything — hope to welcome you back soon!
   

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   Elizabeth VIP

   Baltimore1 review

   1.0

   Dined on April 19, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   Burger was burnt, prices were outrageous for what you get. Server wasn’t very nice
   

   Matera DCResponded on April 21, 2025

   We’re so sorry to hear about your experience — that’s not the level of quality or service we aim to provide. Please reach out to us directly so we can make this right for you.
   

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   Bruce VIP

   Indiana37 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Nice selection on the menu in a neighborhood setting in historic Georgetown. Prices not out of line with the market and our server (Amanda) was absolutely fantastic.
   

   Matera DCResponded on April 14, 2025

   Thanks so much, Bruce! We're thrilled you enjoyed the menu and Amanda's service—hope to see you again soon !
   

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   Luis VIP

   Washington, D.C. Area6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 26, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   All three staffers are first rate: Elegant,helpful, responsive.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Philadelphia4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 22, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great menu and excellent service. Will definitely return.
   

   Matera DCResponded on March 25, 2025

   Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed both the menu and the service. It really means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to have you back for another great experience.
   

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   ScottB VIP

   San Diego26 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our server, Amanda, was great. We dined in in the restaurant on Tuesday and had such great experience that we went back on Thursday and had an equally fantastic experience!
   

   Matera DCResponded on March 25, 2025

   We're so glad you had such a great time that you returned for another visit. Amanda will be delighted to hear your praise. Thank you for your patronage, and we look forward to serving you again!
   

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   Mark5W20

   Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was a great experience for my wife’s birthday. Great food.
   

   Matera DCResponded on March 25, 2025

   Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Mark! We’re honored to have been a part of your wife’s birthday celebration. We’re so glad you both enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. Looking forward to welcoming you back for more special moments in the future!
   

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    Jeffrey VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Great restaurant inside the River Inn. Staff is super-friendly, and the food and drinks are great. Perfect for before a show at the Kennedy Center.
    

    Matera DCResponded on March 11, 2025

    Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad you enjoyed your experience and hope to see you again before your next show! 🎭✨
    

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