Pienza - Gaylord National Harbor

Pienza - Gaylord National Harbor reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

1. BC

   BrianCatesdrawandstrike

   Washington DC3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 1, 2020

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

   I ate at Pienza twice on two different days during a recent conference held at the Gaylord. Both times I found the staff very friendly and quick to ask if I needed anything. The first time I walked in with no reservation and was still instantly seated and served. 2nd time I used Open Table to book a reservation and was accorded the same treatment. The food was excellent, and there was wide variety between what was available, from cereal and oatmeal, waffles, pancakes, french toast, pastries, etc. to eggs, bacon, sausage. Orange juice, milk and water were in abundance, and I did several other kinds of juices available for purchase. I would highly recommend Pienza to the busy traveler on the go who needs a quick place to assemble a plate of food themselves to their own tastes.
   

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2. DL

   DinnerLunchEat

   Baltimore3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 15, 2020

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

   The food was amazing and they had gluten free options that were sooo yummy!
   

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   KevinH

   Washington DC2 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on January 19, 2020

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

   Poor selection and quality and price
   

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   Joseph

   Washington DC5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 19, 2020

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

   One of the best breakfast buffet around. Always a great place to visit
   

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   Joseph

   Washington DC5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 5, 2020

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

   Wonderful Breakfast down in National Harbor. One of my favorite places to go
   

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6. CC

   CharlietheClam

   Washington DC47 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on January 4, 2020

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

   The service was excellent and the food was good. However, I made reservations for a lunch buffet at 12:30 and was told when I arrived that due to an event, it was only a breakfast buffet and the only lunch item was roast beef, mashed potatoes and broccoli. And, I was also informed that the buffet would be closing in a 1/2 hour. I was disappointed and thought that I should have been informed in advance.
   

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7. JC

   JudyC

   Washington DC1 review

   5.0

   Dined on January 2, 2020

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

   Our group thoroughly enjoyed our gathering at the Pienza. The food was delicious, especially the individually made omelets. The wait staff was exceptional -- from the cocktails before our meal to the end we were never rushed and never had to wait for service. In addition, everyone was very courteous. Our friends were able to relax and enjoy this special time together.
   

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8. JW

   JWest

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 27, 2019

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

   Outstanding food, especially the breakfast buffet. Service was great as well!
   

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Baltimore1 review

   1.0

   Dined on December 25, 2019

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

   Have you ever been to a restaurant where the trash was piled up at the door. That is what greeted me. I should have turned around when I saw the dirty tables and half eaten food piled in overflowing trash receptacles close to the door. The food was cold and without taste. I have never had a meal this bad. The desert was ok. A bowl of Romen noodles would have been more satisfying. I give this place zero stars, thumbs down.
   

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on December 25, 2019

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

    We had reservations for Christmas Brunch at 3:30 which was a whopping $85/per person. Naturally our expectations were high. We were seated at our first table, which was adjacent to the stage where a holiday show was taking place. It was so loud we would’ve had to scream to hear each other so we asked to be moved inside. We were brought to a new table, which I can only assume had previously seated a family with young, messy children; the floors were trashed and hadn’t been swept up. Apparently the buffet was closing at 4:00 so the food was mostly picked over and what was left was none too appealing. I struggled to fill a single plate with appetizing-looking food. I was actually shocked we were still charged full price. Definitely not worth it and I won’t be back.
    

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