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Causa, Washington, DC
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Causa

$50 and over
Peruvian

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Causa is our Michelin-Starred tasting room where the world of Peruvian culinary tradition comes to life, thanks to the artistry of Chef Carlos Delgado. Here, you'll embark on a journey through the gastronomic heritage of the Peruvian geographical regions.

Reservations can be booked two months in advance. This prix-fixe menu is $179 (tax & gratuity not included). Enhance your experience further with a Remarkable Wine Pairing to compliment your 6-courses or venture into North America's rarest pisco selection and fully immerse yourself in the bounty of Peru's national spirit.

If you have any questions or clarifications on allergens or restrictions, reach out to info@causadc.com prior to booking.

Gift Card? Please use a credit card to book hold your reservation and we will refund you upon completion of your meal. Causa accepts inKind House Account credit and is unable to accept general inKind credits. Please reach out to inKind support for further clarification.

Why they're an Icon

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2023

From the OpenTable editors: This MICHELIN-starred stunner from chef Carlos Delgado is an ode to his native Peru. In the colorful, 26-seat spot with an iced fish counter display and open kithen, Delgo prepares dishes that star rare catches from Japan and beyond, plus South American-forward plates that could include bomba rice with uni and caviar. Toast with a glass of pisco from the restaurant's 100-plus bottle collection.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (202) 629-3942
  • Website
    https://www.causadc.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    920 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
  • Neighborhood
    Shaw
  • Cross street
    We are inside Blagden Alley (between M / N St NW and 9th / 10th St NW).
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are in the Shaw neighborhood two blocks away from the Mt Vernon Square 7th St-Convention Center Metro Station on the Yellow/Green line.
  • Additional
    Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • Causa Tasting Experience Counter Service

    $179.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Our current menu contains beef, shellfish, fin fish, allium, cilantro, gluten, dairy, soy, and egg; none of which can be modified. We are unable to accommodate vegetarian or vegan diets but we are able to accommodate pescatarian diets with advanced notice. If you have any questions or need clarifications on allergens or restrictions, reach out to info@causadc.com prior to booking. Please plan accordingly to be on time for your reservation and note that we do not seat incomplete parties as the experience begins as soon as you enter the dining room. There is a 15 minute grace period before your tickets are forfeited.

  • Causa Tasting Experience Table Service

    $179.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Our current menu contains beef, shellfish, fin fish, allium, cilantro, gluten, dairy, soy, and egg; none of which can be modified. We are unable to accommodate vegetarian or vegan diets but we are able to accommodate pescatarian diets with advanced notice. If you have any questions or need clarifications on allergens or restrictions, reach out to info@causadc.com prior to booking. Please plan accordingly to be on time for your reservation and note that we do not seat incomplete parties as the experience begins as soon as you enter the dining room. There is a 15 minute grace period before your tickets are forfeited.

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 59 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Best Overall

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Best Food

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Best Service

  • District of Columbia

    Best Overall

  • District of Columbia

    Best Food

  • District of Columbia

    Best Service

  • District of Columbia

    Best Ambiance

  • District of Columbia

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Causa offers a memorable Michelin-starred experience in the heart of DC, blending Peruvian and Japanese flavors with expert precision. Guests rave about the "knowledgeable service," "innovative and creative dishes," and "perfect wine pairings." The atmosphere is relaxed yet engaging, making it ideal for special occasions.

59 Reviews

  1. Anthony

    VIP

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience. Came for anniversary and the team at Causa was energetic and very attentive to our needs. We had incredible food with a tremendous wine pairing. The dessert was to die for particularly. Chef Carlos came and talked to us for a while and gave us trials of things he's working on and it was overall incredible. will be back.

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  2. Ed

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing staff. We enjoy every bit of it. Every bite was incredible.

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  3. Haley

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My fiancé and I had an amazing experience dining here. The food was outstanding, but so was everything else. The attention to detail was impressive. As soon as we stepped through the door, we were given a short tour of the restaurant which made us feel welcome and at home. This is not a pretentious place even though the food is world-class. We hope to come back again sometime!

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  4. Yesennia

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish the experience was excellent. Staff was not only super knowledgeable about food and beverages but extremely helpful and attentive. Would highly recommend this establishment!

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  5. Lauren

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of those places that lives up to the hype and then some. Everyone there makes the experience more than worth the investment. The food is both thoughtful and creative and just beyond delicious. The staff absolutely make the evening. They are attentive and not pretentious, they truly turn the evening into an event and not just a meal. Wonderful head to toe.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Patrick

    VIP

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exquisite meal and perfect wine pairings! Would highly recommend.

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  7. Tessie

    VIP

    Washington DC

    74 reviews

    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a memorable evening. The food was unforgettable - in terms of how it was presented on the plate, introduced to our table and how every bite delighted. The service was first rate. It was a truly 5-star performance.

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  8. Justin

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Andrea, Ernesto and the blond woman (I didn’t catch her name but she’s awesome). You have an incredible staff with a lot of passion. They clearly appreciate both the food and drinks. Thank god! One of the first restaurants in dc we’ve truly felt at home! We will be back. With friends. Thank you.

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  9. Jacqueline

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I brought my fiancé here for his birthday and it was a 10/10 experience. The food was very tasty, everyone was really nice, the chef came to our table a couple of times to make sure everything was going well! Drinks were well executed too

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  10. Marcos

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Causa was a lovely experience once I entered the door, with good service, cool atmosphere, great music (not too loud!) and incredible food. Staff was friendly and attentive, being quick to clear off tables and refill water before I needed to ask, but allowing just enough time so it wasn't robotic feeling. Their staff was knowledgeable and well rehearsed, and they loosened up a bit more as the night went on and personal stories were told. Little birthday treats were a nice touch as well. The food - of course it's amazing. The tasting menu explores Nikkei and more general Peruvian food in a unique approach without being beholden to tradition. That said, there is still a sense of celebrating locations and flavor combinations that evokes good memories. The ceviche mixto Nikkei and Okinawa a la huahacaína both reminded me of the first time I had those dishes. The potatoes also reminded me of potato salad and creamy pastas in white sauce with Parmesan I would have eaten as a kid. The misoyaki and the uni and fried squid in the ceviche reminded me of trips to Japan. And my favorite dish, the Gohan Norteño, both evoked something new and also reminded me of other achiote-stained yellow rice dishes from childhood like arroz con pollo, arroz imperial, and arroz con salchicha. The restaurant peppered just enough luxury into the experience as well for those who are interested in trying some rarer or more expensive ingredients, though the menu is not distracted by that or overly trendy approaches. The cooking is creative and emotional and, importantly, remembers the fundamentals: acidity is always kept at the right level (the leche de tigre in many dishes keeps it pretty high, which I like), crunch is kept in mind, salt is mostly good (a few bites felt overly salty, in the potatoes and the grilled mushroom), and the arc of the menu is satisfying. For any and all looking for a unique and powerful culinary experience with delicious food, try Causa!

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FAQs

Causa is rated 4.9 stars by 59 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Causa

920 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
  • Cross street
    We are inside Blagden Alley (between M / N St NW and 9th / 10th St NW).
  • Neighborhood
    Shaw
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are in the Shaw neighborhood two blocks away from the Mt Vernon Square 7th St-Convention Center Metro Station on the Yellow/Green line.
  • Additional
    Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access
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