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Creative preparations of sustainable seafood served in an upscale tavern with take-out fish market.
Hours
| Sunday | 4–9 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 4883 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20007
Phone: (202) 342-9101
Website: http://www.blacksaltrestaurant.com/
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BlackSalt. 4883 MacArthur Blvd., Washington, DC, 20007, USA. $$$ · Seafood, American.
Reviews
Melis Mull
This was my first visit to this restaurant. I went because they participated in DC’s Restaurant Week for lunch. I chose it among many other restaurants because the lunch menu choices looked great. In fact, all three courses were delicious. I went as a solo female diner. I had asked my waiter when he took my order to leave the menu so I could decide on a drink later. My waiter never returned to take my drink order. I decided to forego having a glass of wine (since no waiter returned) and just have coffee with the dessert. However, not one waiter looked at me for the 5 minutes my hand was up. The table of 4 next to me did get wonderful attention by waiters. For me, however, no one asked me how my meal was. I finally flagged down a runner to order a coffee.
I was also disappointed that there was a credit card charge. I looked at their website when I returned home and never found text mentioning that extra charge. How can customers make an informed decision to bring cash if we don’t know about a credit card surcharge beforehand? It really is uncommon for DC customers to carry large amounts of cash these days. I recommend the restaurant rectify this.
… moreI was also disappointed that there was a credit card charge. I looked at their website when I returned home and never found text mentioning that extra charge. How can customers make an informed decision to bring cash if we don’t know about a credit card surcharge beforehand? It really is uncommon for DC customers to carry large amounts of cash these days. I recommend the restaurant rectify this.
Tom Carlos
This is a new favorite place. It’s located near Georgetown in an area called Palisades. It’s about 30 minute drive from where we live in Washington DC the fried clams and clam chowder some of the best I’ve had and I’m originally from New England. We also tried the seafood stew which was super deliciousand two desserts that post the pictures of because the presentations were really excellent.
… moreJohn Tran
Very good seafood. We both enjoyed the Rockefeller oysters and clam chowder for appetizers, and the red snapper and crab cakes were amazing for the main entrees!
… moreDevon Washington
After a couple days of traveling, a friend and I were craving high-quality seafood and decided to visit this restaurant based on strong recommendations. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting. The seafood market display was visually impressive, immediately setting the tone for what would become an exceptional dining experience.
We were promptly greeted by the hostess and escorted to a private dining area. Unsure of what to order, we started with three appetizers along with an Old Fashioned and a sangria. Every item we tried was thoughtfully prepared, delicious, and beautifully presented—easily a 10/10 across the board.
When my main course arrived—the crab cakes—I was truly impressed. The dish was bursting with flavor, expertly crafted, and among the best I’ve had. Adding to the experience, the manager personally stopped by to welcome us and express appreciation for our visit. Throughout the evening, every interaction, from our server to the management team, was professional, warm, and engaging.
This restaurant not only delivers outstanding food but also cultivates a memorable, hospitable environment. My family is based in Washington, D.C., and we plan to return every time we’re in town. Highly recommended.
… moreWe were promptly greeted by the hostess and escorted to a private dining area. Unsure of what to order, we started with three appetizers along with an Old Fashioned and a sangria. Every item we tried was thoughtfully prepared, delicious, and beautifully presented—easily a 10/10 across the board.
When my main course arrived—the crab cakes—I was truly impressed. The dish was bursting with flavor, expertly crafted, and among the best I’ve had. Adding to the experience, the manager personally stopped by to welcome us and express appreciation for our visit. Throughout the evening, every interaction, from our server to the management team, was professional, warm, and engaging.
This restaurant not only delivers outstanding food but also cultivates a memorable, hospitable environment. My family is based in Washington, D.C., and we plan to return every time we’re in town. Highly recommended.
Lindsay Lindmier
We were in town on business and wanted to have seafood for dinner. We found Blacksalt and couldn’t be happier! Our waiter was amazing… attentive and friendly. He happily recommended his favorite dishes which didn’t disappoint. We ordered the seafood cocktail appetizer and split the mussels. Without asking they split the bowl of mussels for us. The timing was also perfect, cold app first, then mussels. First course cleared and entrees of the Black Cod special and crab cakes which were also amazing. We finished up with with the key lime pie and strawberry gateau for dessert… again, amazing. With each course new silverware was cleared and replaced, dropped napkins replaced before I even had a chance to try and pick it up. The only issue we had was an ordered cappuccino that didn’t make it to the table but the staff was overly apologetic and swiftly removed it from the bill. Would definitely recommend! It had the atmosphere and feeling as a neighborhood joint that they are trying to keep a secret.
… moreSammie Li
BlackSalt used to be my favorite seafood restaurant in DC. My boyfriend and I visited three times this year and even brought a friend tonight because we loved it. Unfortunately, tonight was extremely disappointing.
A cockroach was on my cloth napkin and leg while dining. I told the waiter and manager, who apologized and offered to move me, but my appetite was gone. I asked to cancel my upcoming entrée.
I was deeply concerned about the restaurant’s sanitation and overall health safety. The staff was polite, but the response did not reflect the seriousness of the situation. I truly hope management addresses this properly with thorough pest control and hygiene inspections.
… moreA cockroach was on my cloth napkin and leg while dining. I told the waiter and manager, who apologized and offered to move me, but my appetite was gone. I asked to cancel my upcoming entrée.
I was deeply concerned about the restaurant’s sanitation and overall health safety. The staff was polite, but the response did not reflect the seriousness of the situation. I truly hope management addresses this properly with thorough pest control and hygiene inspections.
Andy S
Overall good, but was definitely a pricey meal. Fish (entrees) were great and easily shared between two. Mussels were great, but lobster bisque and calamari were disappointing. Best to just order mussels and mains.
… moreZachary Usinger Smith-Son
Tucked along the winding elegance of the Potomac Palisades Parkway, Blacksalt Saloon is the sort of place you arrive at expecting a solid meal—and leave with the conviction that Poseidon himself must be on the kitchen staff. This isn’t dinner; it’s a symphony. A salt-kissed, butter-brushed, elegantly plated opera of oceanic bliss. And spoiler alert: it’s a 20/10 experience. Yes, we’re breaking the scale.
Let’s begin where every good oceanic romance begins: the mussels. These aren’t your average mollusks clinging to relevance in a garlic broth. No, these are plump, proud, and bathing in a broth so rich and flavorful you’ll start negotiating with your spoon for full custody. Sop it up with crusty bread and you’ll consider writing sonnets about seafood.
Then comes the tempura lobster—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and clearly battered by angels. It crunches like a golden whisper and melts like a promise. Paired with a tangy dipping sauce, it walks the tightrope between indulgent and ethereal. If you’re sharing this, rethink your relationships.
Next, the diver scallops. Seared to a caramelized crown and nestled into a bed of something so silky you’ll think it was made by Hermes, not a chef. They are ocean sweetness, seared in love, plated with poetry.
And then… the branzino. Oh, the branzino. Whole-roasted and plated like it was styled for the Met Gala of fish. The skin is crisped to perfection, the flesh delicate and fragrant with lemon and herbs. It flakes at the touch of your fork, sighing its last breath of deliciousness onto your palate. It doesn’t just taste good—it feels important.
At this point, you might swear off dessert, full and spiritually satisfied. But don’t you dare. The crème brûlée awaits, its sugar crust a glossy caramel armor that shatters with the perfect tap. Inside? A custard so velvety, it rewrites what you thought you knew about vanilla. It’s a lullaby in a ramekin.
Service? Impeccable. Vibes? Sophisticated but unfussy, where you can dress to impress or come as you are—and either way, feel like royalty. This is the kind of place you tell your friends about, then secretly hope they don’t all rush in and overbook your new favorite table.
Blacksalt Saloon isn’t just a meal. It’s an ode to the sea. A triumph of technique. A love letter to flavor. Go hungry. Leave transformed.
… moreLet’s begin where every good oceanic romance begins: the mussels. These aren’t your average mollusks clinging to relevance in a garlic broth. No, these are plump, proud, and bathing in a broth so rich and flavorful you’ll start negotiating with your spoon for full custody. Sop it up with crusty bread and you’ll consider writing sonnets about seafood.
Then comes the tempura lobster—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and clearly battered by angels. It crunches like a golden whisper and melts like a promise. Paired with a tangy dipping sauce, it walks the tightrope between indulgent and ethereal. If you’re sharing this, rethink your relationships.
Next, the diver scallops. Seared to a caramelized crown and nestled into a bed of something so silky you’ll think it was made by Hermes, not a chef. They are ocean sweetness, seared in love, plated with poetry.
And then… the branzino. Oh, the branzino. Whole-roasted and plated like it was styled for the Met Gala of fish. The skin is crisped to perfection, the flesh delicate and fragrant with lemon and herbs. It flakes at the touch of your fork, sighing its last breath of deliciousness onto your palate. It doesn’t just taste good—it feels important.
At this point, you might swear off dessert, full and spiritually satisfied. But don’t you dare. The crème brûlée awaits, its sugar crust a glossy caramel armor that shatters with the perfect tap. Inside? A custard so velvety, it rewrites what you thought you knew about vanilla. It’s a lullaby in a ramekin.
Service? Impeccable. Vibes? Sophisticated but unfussy, where you can dress to impress or come as you are—and either way, feel like royalty. This is the kind of place you tell your friends about, then secretly hope they don’t all rush in and overbook your new favorite table.
Blacksalt Saloon isn’t just a meal. It’s an ode to the sea. A triumph of technique. A love letter to flavor. Go hungry. Leave transformed.
Lipstick Revolt
I had heard how great blacksalt is and finally decided to give them a try. I was super happy to find out the hype was real. The oysters we got were fantastic, probably the best I’ve had in Maryland. The seafood stew was amazing, I wish I could have that every day. The broth is so flavorful, I highly recommend. The shrimp that was in my stew was the only negative, it didn’t taste right but everything else was so good I didn’t even care. For the main I got the soft shell crab which was so tasty and my husband got the crab cakes which he loved. We will definitely be back. Service was also great.
… moreAndrew Klein
Outstanding fish restaurant – traditional place in a nice residential neighborhood with a really elegant but friendly feel. Love the fresh fish market ambiance as you walk in but the tables in the back behind the wine cellar are just so cool – a quiet, intimate feel beyond the hustle and bustle of DC. Then the service started which was first rate – very knowledgeable and attentive server, described what’s on the menu and what’s special and the goes on to say they can make almost anything they have anyway we want – we tested her on that and she did exactly what she said. And then the food started to come out – first the bread which was hot baked and stunningly good. She had remembered one of our guests was gluten free so before we could ask she brought an amazing gluten free bread substitute for our guest. Then the seafood tower came out – oysters, shrimp, scallops, crab, lobster salad, poke – all delicious. All to be outdone by the main courses – highlights were the sea bass and the halibut. The deserts were a nice way to finish – not quite as great as the fish but still very good. Great cocktails, an even better wine selection not outrageously priced – all in all a fantastic meal and experience.
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