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Palena
Palena Review
Chef Frank Ruta and pastry chef Ann Amernick met while working in the White House kitchens. At their contemporary American restaurant the French- and Italian-influenced menu changes seasonally. Among the can't-miss presentations are kabocha squash ravioli with goat cheese, poached scallops with roasted beets, and a venison chop with andouille sausage. Comforting desserts such as a tangy German apple cake or a chocolate torte are a perfect match for the earthy cooking. Tasting menus are $58 for three courses, $67 for four courses, and $76 for five courses. Reservations are not accepted for the equally fabulous café, where the inexpensive menu includes a cheeseburger with truffles, foie-gras terrine, and an extravagant platter of fries, onion rings, and paper-thin fried Meyer lemon slices.
- Address: 3529 Connecticut Ave. NW, Cleveland Park, Washington, DC, 20008 | Map It
- Phone: 202/537-9250
- Website: www.palenarestaurant.com
- Metro Cleveland Park.
- Location: Upper Northwest
Contact Information
- Reservations essential.
- Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch.
Restaurant Details
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