🦜 DC | A Magical Taste Adventure with Lebanese Cuisine at Ilili

🌞It was an experience that was truly thought-provoking. My experience in the restaurant was like, "This is so strange. Let me take another bite. It's so bad. Let me take another bite." When I got home and looked at the photos, I thought, "Actually, it was pretty good. I'll go again next time." My dining partner said, "It tasted good in the restaurant, but the more I think about it, the more it doesn't seem right." 🌞But I have to say, the ambiance is really charming and lovely. Warm yellow lighting, Mediterranean decor, tables spaced just right, and a lively yet not noisy atmosphere – it's a bustling corner in the city. The dishes are as layered and detailed as the environment. For those who already love Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, it's a place you'll never tire of. 🌞[Brussels Sprouts] The sauce is sweet but not cloying, with a crispy outer layer and a soft interior. The interplay of grape aroma and vinegar makes it light and refreshing to the end. 🌞[Duck Shawarma] Hand-grabbed flatbread wrapped with spiced duck meat, tender and juicy, with a rich sauce that doesn't overwhelm the mouth. The accompanying vegetables perfectly cut through the richness. 🌞[Kebab Kerez] Meat skewers wrapped in cherry sauce, lightly spiced with a hint of sweetness. The warm aroma grows stronger with each chew, revealing the meat's flavor. The crispy potatoes on top add texture. 🌞[Tuna Naye] The raw tuna is simply seasoned, light and refreshing, with no fishy taste. The sauce has a sweet and sour flavor. 🌞[Bone Marrow] The marrow is delicate and oily. Eating it with the yogurt sauce on top is very refreshing and pairs well with the tuna on top. 🌞[Mouhalabiyeh] A unique dessert with a soft milk pudding texture. The pistachio crumbs add a nice chewiness, making for a comforting finish. 🌞[Pear & Saffron Sorbet] The sorbet has a fine texture that barely melts into water. The pear is sweet and delicate, with saffron flavor emerging quietly at the end. The orange pulp adds sweetness. 🌞[El-Ijās] A refreshing pear cocktail with a hint of fruit acidity and a touch of saltiness, perfect to pair with the main course. 🌞[Karkadih Soda] Hibiscus soda is cool and sweet, with a familiar yet elusive flavor. #MySpringIsDelicious #LebaneseCuisine #Ilili #MediterraneanFood #DCFoodie #DCLife