Bad Saint - Washington, D.C.

You want to impress, and go somewhere quite unique? Try Filipino. Bad Saint is a classy and hip Filipino restaurant that deserves a $$$ ranking but a truly

Bad Saint is really overratedI mean really overratedThe hours-long wait is the only draw Its a fake draw.

FOOD: The food is badA dish with sausages and egg on top of rice costs $36!!! And it doesn't even taste good.

Honestly one of the most enjoyable dining experiences I 've ever had. They don 't take reservations and as they are abundantly blessed with loads of interested diners, there is a significant wait. But from the moment we walked up to their tiny 'home ' they graciously came outside, greeted us joyfully, took our name then recommended several solid neighborhood restaurant/bar options to enjoy a snack and a couple of refreshments at prior to our arrival (2 hrs). They were spot on with that recommendation and actually called us back a 1/2 hour early. Once we did enter we seemed to step into some obviously special and somewhat magical place. We were led to a comfortable booth directly adjacent to the kitchen (5-7 ' from us) where we could see clearly, all of the culinary action going on. The presence of unique blends of spices and herbs was positively intoxicating. The staff treated us like their favorite long lost cousin and couldn 't have been more fun, warm, informative, welcoming lovely. With a background in restaurants, architecture and commercial real estate, I found the interiors to be completely attention grabbing, too. The refreshments including beers were unique and the food was perfecto! I cannot wait to return. Ps- three of us had drinks and our tummies were full and the bill was under $100.00 (before tip). Cheers to a fabulously efficient, generous in all aspects and welcoming place to share a dining experience.

The food, ambiance and service were excellent! I had the radishes and the lobster and noodles which I would highly recommend. Obviously, I don’t have all the ingredients but I’m sure the staff can help you figure out the dishes by the ingredients mentioned. Totally worth the wait!