The 7 Best Places for Garlic Shrimp in Washington

Sandra Rubinchik: Don't go home without trying the Gambas al Ajillo. I don't care if you're on a first date with People's Sexiest Man Alive or Maxim's #1 spot, you better order that garlic shrimp dish.

Raj: Garlic Shrimp is heaven and the mix platters is delicious.

Danielle DaSilva: Go to place for tapas in DC. Do the classics really well, patatas bravas, garlic shrimp, and those croquettes though! Don't forget a glass (or pitcher!) of sangria. Red, white, rose, all great.

rukmini diane maria bongiorni: The garlic shrimp, crispy eggplant, and iced green tea are fabulous here. Delicious and reasonably priced. Great service, too!

rukmini diane maria bongiorni: Try the garlic shrimp and the crispy eggplant!

Eater: Simply Banh Mi serves bubble tea in flavors like almond, avocado, and soursop as smoothies or as milk tea. In addition to boba, they offer yogurt bubbles, and fruit jelly. Read more.

Nisha Chittal: Get the garlic shrimp

Behrad Eats: You simply can't beat $4 sangria and tapas during happy hour!

Washingtonian Magazine: Tapas we’ve been loving for years include goat-cheese-stuffed red peppers, crusty bread rubbed with tomatoes & layered with thinly sliced Manchego, a textbook gazpacho, & warm dates wrapped in bacon.

Randall Noval: While a lot of the menu looks amazing(!) do not order the salad, unless you really like dressing soup. Fortunately, the live music, outdoor patio, and awesome staff make up for it!

Phil L: Good local beer selection, live music, great wings, fire pit - fun place

Marika Nell: Great setting, good food, friendly staff and good music! My family had a great time there.

L K: Black garlic shrimp, chipotle meatballs, and the crispy Brussels sprouts. All amazing.

Jerry: The Saudero (beef) and Cabrito Pastor (goat) tacos were excellent!!! The meat was super-tender, and the flavor was truly authentic!!!

Washington Post: This Mexican playground from creator Jose Andres is a trailblazer. Thanks to recent expansion next door, it's also more comfortable than ever.

Amanda Bruchs: HUGE sandwiches, hand-carved meats, and Dr. Brown's in the cooler = yum!

Jack Thompson: They now accept Visa and MasterCard!

Steve Glowacki: local near L'Enfant Metro. Been going for 16 years and THE best Roast Beef on Rye sandwich to be found in DC!!! You will NOT leave hungry. Line's move quickly, so don't be discouraged.

Camille Wright: Pad Thai is pretty good. The sushi selection is really great.

Adrian Perez: Great restaurant! The service was impeccable and the food was fresh, and very flavorful. I highly recommend the Red Curry.

Kendra: This restaurant was delicious!! It is just a short walk up from the Zoo and made for a perfect late lunch. We had the red curry, the basil stir fry and the miso soup and i would recommend it all.