Mari Vanna DC

4.4 (814)

$31 to $50

Eastern European

1141 Connecticut Avenue, Washington, DC 20036

About this restaurant

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Innovative

Nestled in the Heart of the Dupont Circle District of Washington, D.C., Mari Vanna Restaurant offers homestyle Russian delicacies admits a unique fine dining atmosphere. Swathed in a luxurious decor reminiscent of Victorian Era opulence, Mari Vanna marries Russian nobility with folk art and the simplicity of Soviet Union austerity. From traditional Borscht and blinis to inimitable caviar and champagne, Mari Vanna offers Russian cooking fit for those who pursue delectable cuisine and impeccable service.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Eastern European, Global, International, Russian
Hours of Operation
Mon, Tue, Thu 11:30 am–10:30 pm Wed, Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Karaoke Wed 10:00 pm–2:00 am Lounge Fri, Sat 10:00 pm–2:00 am
Website
http://www.marivannadc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Roman Krylov
Private party facilities
Occupying the third floor, Mari Vanna"s Parlor is an ideal space in which to host your next private dining event. Inviting, intricate, and intimate, the Parlor is complete with it's own bar, private access and seating for all your invitees.

Location
1141 Connecticut Avenue, Washington, DC 20036
Area
Foggy Bottom
Cross street
Rhode Island Ave NW and Desales Street NW
Parking Details
Mari Vanna DC can be reached via the Farragut North or the Dupont Circle Red Line Metro Stops.
Entertainment
To enhance our guest experience there will be live entertainment as well as DJ driven ambiance throughout the week. Weekends and events hosted by Special Guests will be announced via our VIP mailing list.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cafe, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Cured HerringUSD 10.00
Fillet of Herring, Boiled Potatoes & Rye Toasts
Meat BoardUSD 12.00
Veal Tongue, Moscow Salami, Smoked Pork Shoulder and Hunter Sticks, Horseradish, Mustard & Cornichons
Eggplant RollsUSD 10.00
Stuffed w/ Swiss Cheese, Walnuts, Garlic & Cilantro
Pirozhok – Baby Pie Stuffed
w/ Beef, Cabbage, Potato, or Spinach
- eaUSD 4.00
Russian Crepes StuffedUSD 8.00
w/ Mushrooms or Beef
Samsa
Uzbek Staple, Puff Pastry Stuffed w/ Lamb & Herbs
- eaUSD 5.00
Vinaigrette SaladUSD 8.00
Classic Russian Beet and Vegetables Salad
Olivier SaladUSD 10.00
Potatoes, Carrots, Veal Bologna, Pickles, English Peas, Boiled Eggs, Homemade Mayo
Garden SaladUSD 10.00
Fresh Vegetables Dressed w/ Sunflower Oil
Caprese SaladUSD 10.00
Heirloom Tomatoes, Baby Mozzarella, Basil, Balsamic Olive Oil
Warm Vegetables SaladUSD 10.00
Oven Roasted Vegetables, Balsamic Dressing, Goat Cheese

Soups

BorschUSD 9.00
Traditional Slavic Beef, Beets and Vegetables Soup
SolyankaUSD 9.00
Smoked Meats, Pickles, Olives, Onions, Tomatoes

Main Course

Beef StroganoffUSD 22.00
Tender Beef, Caramelized Onion, Pickles & Creamy Demiglace, Served w/ Buckwheat or Potato Purée
Chicken TabakaUSD 18.00
Oven Roasted Brick Cornish Hen, Roasted Baby Potato and Adjika Sauce
Chicken KotletiUSD 16.00
Three Cutlets, Potato Purée, Cornichons
GolubcyUSD 16.00
Cabbage Leaves Stuffed w/ Ground Beef and Rice, Roasted Bell Pepper Sauce and Sour Cream
CodUSD 18.00
Oven Baked, Topped w/ Cheese and Tomato, Potato Puree and Cornichons
Herb Salmon SteakUSD 20.00
Pan-Roasted, Sautéed Asparagus and Lemon-Tomato Sauce

Dumplings

Siberian PelmeniUSD 15.00
Stuffed w/ Beef and Pork
Potato VarenikiUSD 15.00
Topped w/ Mushrooms & Sautéed Onions

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Mari Vanna DC.

4.4

(814)

4.4Food
4.2Service
4.6Ambience
2.9Value

Noise • Moderate

814 Reviews

KA
KristinA
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
3.0
Dined on 10 March 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The music volume over lunch is WAY to high and conversations are difficult. If it was moderate and more in the background , the whole would be perfect.
2 people found this helpful
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Craig Gold
Washington, D.C. Area1051 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely wonderful. Service was outstanding as usual. Food was great. The borscht alone could be an entree. Full of flavor. The chicken Kiev was perfect as always. Great venue and decor.
2 people found this helpful
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Noname
Cancun / Riviera Maya1 review
1.0
Dined on 6 March 2020
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Vibes were good. However the servers seemed to discriminate. We were the only Asian people there. I ordered a happy hour beer and it wouldn’t come out for 20 min while other people were being served so we asked two other waiters and finally got it. Up til then I was like this is fine. But I ordered a second happy hour beer and it was not coming out so I called the bartender and asked. He rolled his eyes and were like I already have you one. So I told him we ordered a second one. And he makes a rudest face and jump slides the beer over. Then he goes over to the white girl sitting next to me and leans in with a smile and was so generous and nice. It was very rude and disrespectful.
1 person found this helpful
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
2.0
Dined on 5 March 2020
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
They didn’t have my reservation, so no table when we arrived. They brought the food out piecemeal rather than at once so we couldn’t eat together (at the same time) or else food would get cold.
1 person found this helpful
JJ
JulioJ
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a lovely place! The food was great! I went for a classic, Beef Stroganoff, and it hit the spot. I would definitely recommend Mari Vanna to friends.
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FoodSnobs
Washington, D.C. Area31 reviews
4.0
Dined on 21 February 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Met two friends here for lunch and each of our dishes was delicious. Service was also attentive and we had a lot of privacy for conversation in the upstairs area. Cute place. Love that we have a Russian cuisine option in this neighborhood.
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Excellent Gold
Washington, D.C. Area6 reviews
4.0
Dined on 16 February 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food but slow and unattentive service.
1 person found this helpful
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Greggo
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Russian food, I love this place. Only minor issue is I wish the restaurant was quieter.
1 person found this helpful
SS
SophieS
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful place for a date! If you like an experience to get you out of your world for a while this place will take you away.
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DanTheDiningMan
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Service was friendly and attentive and the food was fantastic, especially the dumplings. Portion size was just right. The house infused vodkas are delicious and I wish I could have tried them all. But the decor and ambiance was my favorite part of the dining experience. It’s very quirky and cozy, and even though it was busy when we went, the noise levels were not amplified as they are in many restaurants. Menu prices were about what I would expect for a restaurant of its size, location and quality. Our bill was actually a little lower than I expected it would be going in. It is a great find and I look forward to eating there again soon.
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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Eastern European, Global, International, Russian
Hours of Operation
Mon, Tue, Thu 11:30 am–10:30 pm Wed, Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Karaoke Wed 10:00 pm–2:00 am Lounge Fri, Sat 10:00 pm–2:00 am
Website
http://www.marivannadc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Roman Krylov
Private party facilities
Occupying the third floor, Mari Vanna"s Parlor is an ideal space in which to host your next private dining event. Inviting, intricate, and intimate, the Parlor is complete with it's own bar, private access and seating for all your invitees.

Location
1141 Connecticut Avenue, Washington, DC 20036
Area
Foggy Bottom
Cross street
Rhode Island Ave NW and Desales Street NW
Parking Details
Mari Vanna DC can be reached via the Farragut North or the Dupont Circle Red Line Metro Stops.
Entertainment
To enhance our guest experience there will be live entertainment as well as DJ driven ambiance throughout the week. Weekends and events hosted by Special Guests will be announced via our VIP mailing list.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cafe, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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Mari Vanna DC

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

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Additional information

Appetizers

Cured HerringUSD 10.00

Meat BoardUSD 12.00

Eggplant RollsUSD 10.00

Pirozhok – Baby Pie Stuffed

Russian Crepes StuffedUSD 8.00

Samsa

Vinaigrette SaladUSD 8.00

Olivier SaladUSD 10.00

Garden SaladUSD 10.00

Caprese SaladUSD 10.00

Warm Vegetables SaladUSD 10.00

Soups

BorschUSD 9.00

SolyankaUSD 9.00

Main Course

Beef StroganoffUSD 22.00

Chicken TabakaUSD 18.00

Chicken KotletiUSD 16.00

GolubcyUSD 16.00

CodUSD 18.00

Herb Salmon SteakUSD 20.00

Dumplings

Siberian PelmeniUSD 15.00

Potato VarenikiUSD 15.00

Additional information

Not available on OpenTable