dp An American Brasserie

We ordered takeout dinners for two last weekend, and the food was at best average (WAY TOO MUCH OIL used in preparation, as evidenced by the grease-soaked takeout containers and oily mouthfeel while eating). Another detail was also a huge miss: we had inquired about a vegetable side order listed on the menu and were told it was an "arrangement of root vegetables". Per the photo, we can't believe it left DP's kitchen. This menu item consisted of exactly 10 thin slivers of carrot and 5 green beans cut-in-half (clearly not a root vegetable). In some restaurants you might view this more as a "garnish" if included in the price of a main course. But at a separate charge of $8, this broke down to $.40 for each carrot sliver and 1/2-green bean. It was not just the cost that rankles however: they were also an oily mess with literally no taste. You would think a chef would like to encourage healthful eating for customers requesting healthy items, and take some pride in producing a side-

So enjoyed my first time here. I will be going back. I say at the bar and enjoyed some nicely crafted cocktails. The wild mushroom medley on toast was phenomenal (a word I have never used in a review before). The grilled octopus was truly some of the best cooked I have had anywhere. The short rib meal was tasty, even though the meat itself a little over done. The beer selection was also nicely eclectic - Hopus by Lefebvre for example as well as a Dupont Saison. Looking forward to a return with friends.

always an amazing meal with equally amazing service!!! both dp’s and yono’s are two well-known family-owned restaurants in the area, and for good reason. i’ve been going there regularly over the last two years and it never disappoints. the dumplings, french onion soup, burratta, stir fry noodles, and pasta ryleigh are all my go-tos, if you have room for dessert, try the bananas foster or homemade salted caramel ice cream - you won’t regret it!