What they’re saying....
WASHINGTONIAN
(April 07)“From the eclectic decor—mismatched sofas and sparkling chandeliers—to the Eastern European/Scandinavian theme, everything about this DC treasure feels novel.”
(June 07) “The arty young crowd, the eclectic furnishings, the pool table in back—all make this Petworth restaurant/lounge feel like a college-town outpost. But instead of sprout cuisine, the focus is on the hearty cooking of Eastern Europe.”
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(May 2009) “Best Brunches”: “Domku might look like a whimsically cool coffeehouse, but its Scandinavian-minded kitchen puts out more than the usual snacks.”
(June 2009) “Best for: A good cup of coffee while working on a laptop in the morning; a sandwich at lunch; a gathering of friends after work to knock back any of the 12 aquavit-based cocktails.”
WASHINGTON POST MAGAZINE
(2005) “Pow! For those who choose to drink aquavit, the liquor so potent it brings to mind liquid barbed wire, dinner begins with a bang.”
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(2008)“One reason I like to drop by Domku Bar & Cafe...now and then is for the opportunity to graze on dishes from parts of the world that are poorly represented in the Washington area...Another reason...particularly at breakfast, is to fill up on one of the best versions of hash around.”
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WASHINGTON CITY PAPER
(June 05) “And the cooking, anomalous as it is in this city, rises above merely being a curiosity.”
“...one of the most fascinating spots in town.”
(April 08) “The food is authentic and interesting, the ambience funky and eclectic”...”Excellent service, friendly staff, and a gem on Upshur Street.”
(April 08) Best of DC 2008: Best Decor
“Nothing about Domku feels like D.C., and that’s a good thing.”
(August 05) THE WASHINGTON BLADE
“The atmosphere...is studied casual. The music soothing and eclectic, ranging from soft bossa nova to opera.”
(April 06) WASHINGTON TIMES
“Domku is not just a place for drinkers; the food is solid and unusual, if not fancy”
“The word ‘eclectic’ fits, but it is overused. So we’ll say dining at Domku is fun, tasty and unpredictable, mostly in a great way.”
(Spring 06) DC STYLE
“Domku...is a shining evidence that good food and drink happen outside of Georgetown.”
DC NORTH
“Domku’s service is a bit casual and definitely quirky, if always friendly and polite.”