While Jont lacks those singular, high peak moments or a defining signature dish that sticks with you for years, every dish is still perfectly executed and was overall a great meal. This tasting menu was $375.
Food: Service started with a complimentary champagne which was a nice touch. Loved the opening 5 amuse bouches, you could see they’re prioritizing ultra-premium ingredients; wagyu, caviar, uni, etc. As the meal went on, I couldn’t help to think it was very similar to Chef’s Table at Brooklyn Fare under Cesar Ramirez’s helm. Some of the styling, aesthetics and even plates were extremely similar. While CTFB reached higher peaks, I actually thought Jont was more consistent throughout. Their dessert game was a bit weak, lots of tiny bites but nothing substantial. I thought it was overall delicious and they definitely show mastery of Japanese ingredients with French techniques. But others with more experience in this style of cuisine might find them lacking originality. Standout dishes were:
Service: Staff had high technical efficiency and was extremely in sync. I would’ve preferred if service was a bit warmer, but it felt more like a scripted precision. One thing I didn’t love was the push for high-end supplements and wine pairings during the first few bites, it was a bit annoying.
Vibe: This is where it will be divisive. Soundtrack was loud unedited hip-hop and R&B. At some points, it was hard to hear descriptions of dishes. I enjoyed it but found it to be a juxtaposition to the staff, who were more uptight and rigid. The music felt out of place to the more formal service.
Summary: I still had a great time and recommend it if you’re in DC but probably not something I would go out of the way for, especially if you have had this style of cuisine before.
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That first photo looks like well-adorned alien poultry eggs
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While Jont lacks those singular, high peak moments or a defining signature dish that sticks with you for years, every dish is still perfectly executed and was overall a great meal. This tasting menu was $375.
Food: Service started with a complimentary champagne which was a nice touch. Loved the opening 5 amuse bouches, you could see they’re prioritizing ultra-premium ingredients; wagyu, caviar, uni, etc. As the meal went on, I couldn’t help to think it was very similar to Chef’s Table at Brooklyn Fare under Cesar Ramirez’s helm. Some of the styling, aesthetics and even plates were extremely similar. While CTFB reached higher peaks, I actually thought Jont was more consistent throughout. Their dessert game was a bit weak, lots of tiny bites but nothing substantial. I thought it was overall delicious and they definitely show mastery of Japanese ingredients with French techniques. But others with more experience in this style of cuisine might find them lacking originality. Standout dishes were:
5 opening amuse bouches,
Shima Aji,
Amadai,
Koshiibuki Rice,
Diver Scallop,
Wolfe Ranch Quail
Service: Staff had high technical efficiency and was extremely in sync. I would’ve preferred if service was a bit warmer, but it felt more like a scripted precision. One thing I didn’t love was the push for high-end supplements and wine pairings during the first few bites, it was a bit annoying.
Vibe: This is where it will be divisive. Soundtrack was loud unedited hip-hop and R&B. At some points, it was hard to hear descriptions of dishes. I enjoyed it but found it to be a juxtaposition to the staff, who were more uptight and rigid. The music felt out of place to the more formal service.
Summary: I still had a great time and recommend it if you’re in DC but probably not something I would go out of the way for, especially if you have had this style of cuisine before.
That first photo looks like well-adorned alien poultry eggs