SHIA Restaurant

4.9

114 Reviews

$50 and over

Korean

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2 people

31 Mar 2025

March 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Innovative

SHIA (shee-uh) is a modern Korean fine dining restaurant in Washington, D.C., dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and cultural storytelling. Our tasting menu-only experience spotlights the intersection of local agriculture and premium Hansik ingredients, using fresh, seasonal elements with minimal manipulation to honor the environment. As a non-profit restaurant, SHIA is more than just a dining destination; it’s a platform for tackling key challenges in the restaurant industry, from environmental responsibility to fair labor practices and culinary heritage preservation.

**Please Note: Chef Lee's appearance is not guaranteed, and his availability is not given to the team or guests.**

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Korean, Contemporary Korean, Farm-to-table
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(202) 802-5166
Website
http://www.shiarestaurant.org/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Edward Lee

Location
1252 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Area
Washington
Cross Street
On the corner of 4th St NE & Morse St NE
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
NoMa / Gallaudet on the Red Line. Buses 90/92.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

A Taste of Adventure presented by YETI x SHIA
USD 100.00 per person
Prepaid
7 Apr 2025 only
6:00 pm
We’re beyond excited to present the second installment of "A Taste of Adventure," an exclusive dinner series presented by YETI and SHIA. This special event is dedicated to spotlighting rising women chefs nationwide, inviting them to share their stories, artistry, and culinary vision in an intimate, one-night-only experience. For this edition, we are thrilled to welcome Chef AuCo Lai (@aucolai on Instagram). A chef whose work blends bold flavors, cultural heritage, and refined technique, AuCo’s menu for the evening is a stunning expression of her culinary creativity. Her menu will include dishes such as Khai Vị, Trước Nhất, and more! Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating an incredible chef's craft, passion, and journey. 📍 When: April 7, 2025 at 6:00PM 📍 Where: SHIA - 1252 4th St NE, Washington DC 20002 📍 Tickets: $100 per person, plus 10% tax and 20% gratuity. Beverage pairing is available as an add-on at $45 per person. Seats are limited—reserve your place now and be part of this unique culinary experience! *** PLEASE NOTE *** Parties may be seated together at our larger tables.
7 Course Pre-Fixe (Dining Room)
Multiple dates available
Welcome to SHIA, where each dish is a celebration of Korean-inspired flavors and meticulous craftsmanship. Our seven-course tasting menu ($185 per person) invites you on a culinary journey that blends tradition with innovation, highlighting the season’s finest Hansik ingredients. SHIA will plant the seed for innovation in the restaurant industry, conducting on-site, real-time research with in-house researchers and university partners to solve for zero-gas kitchens, zero plastics and waste reduction. We invite you to relax, savor, and let us guide you through an evening of discovery. Thank you for allowing us to share this experience with you—it’s an honor to have you at our table. **Please Note: Chef Lee's appearance is not guaranteed!**
5 Course Pre-Fixe (Lounge Only)
Multiple dates available
Join us in the lounge for an exclusive $90 five-course tasting menu, crafted specifically for this intimate setting. These seats (lounge + bar) offer a distinct experience, separate from our dining room, allowing you to enjoy a curated selection of seasonal dishes in a more relaxed, up-close atmosphere. Perfect for those seeking a taste of SHIA with a unique perspective—these seats are limited, so reserve yours today! **Please Note: Chef Lee's appearance is not guaranteed!**

Scallop and Fried Oyster Ssam
Myeongran Roe | Asian Pear | Ssamjang
Black Sesame Guksu
Mugwort | Uni | Caviar | Picked Cucmber
Mul Hwe
Joetgal | Winter Mu | Gamtae | Red Frill Mustard
Doenjang Pork Belly
Abalone | Clams | White Kimchi | 7 Grain Jook
Seared Halibut
Jeju Broth | Bitter Greens | Kelp Fish Cake
Korean Mustard Glazed Duck
Duck and Ma Mandu | Black Garlic | Crispy Yulmu | Shepherd's Purse Shoots
“Nurungji”
Rice | Laver | Persimmon | Boricha Ice Cream | Plum Extract

What 114 people are saying

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Best Ambience
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Best Service
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Best Ambience
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Innovative

Review summary

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SHIA Restaurant promises an extraordinary culinary journey, blending Korean flavors with innovative twists. Guests rave about the "phenomenal" tasting menus and Chef Edward Lee's "creative" and "thoughtful" approach. Patrons appreciate the "hospitable" staff, "elegant" ambiance, and the restaurant's commitment to sustainability. A must-visit for a memorable fine dining experience.

114 Reviews

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woo youl VIP
Chicago8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you are looking for Korean food experience, here is the best choice around the area. Best place not only for introducing Korean food to your friend but also for hanging out with your friends who already like Korean food. Foods are authentic with modern contemporary touch. People who works here are also super nice. Only cons for this place might be hidden front door..
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Jose
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Early food was excellent and the staff shared an excitement and curiosity about the menu.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The place was a little hard to find at first but once you stepped inside, it felt like a you stepped in a different world. Who would’ve known Just in between a coffee shop and an abandoned building could lie such a magnificent restaurant. The host greeted us very kindly and assisted us to our tables. The interior design was immaculate, very classy, yet upscale and elegant with their polished silverware and their plates. Now let’s talk about the food. We had the five course tasting menu and every single dish was amazing. Our cocktails had a very divine blend of nuttiness and fruitiness. Each dish made me want more of the next. The one that stood out to us the most had to be the pork belly dish. When people say that the meat melts in your mouth, I have never experienced that truly until this evening. To end our course, we had the banana dessert and it was truly a well balanced dish with the soy glaze and the amazing ice cream and the jam. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience and we had a great time.
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Matthew
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
SHIA was an amazing experience with delicious food
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OpenTable Diner VIP
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were lucky to upgrade to experience the main dining 7 course set. Even those sides such as kimchi, dumplings are an art from Chef Edward Lee. The dessert is unique combining ice cream, permissions and crispy rice. My favorite is seared black grouper in the broth.
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New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thank you for the unforgettable experience, Gabrielle, Allison, and Chef Lee.
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Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were at the bar/lounge and we had a great evening with great food and drinks! Staff is amazing!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago3 reviews
2.0
Dined on 20 March 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Was very excited to come try SHIA, but was not very happy with my experience. Food was alright, but did not enjoy some courses. Our favorite was the pork belly course. I wanted to look at the course menu for awhile but the website menu never loaded until the day of my reservation. The service was also a bit slower than expected. I feel like we waited at least five minutes after we finished a course for the next one to arrive. It did not feel like a typical course meal experience. At the end of the meal, the service charged my card to another table instead of ours. After an okay meal, this was disappointing since there were only about 8 tables inside and at least half were already empty at this point.
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Jina
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was phenomenal. It was familiar yet different
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The five course tasting menu was phenomenal. Every bite was unique and will be going back!
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SHIA Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 114 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

1252 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002

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Additional information

Cross Street
On the corner of 4th St NE & Morse St NE
Area
Washington
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Korean, Contemporary Korean, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
NoMa / Gallaudet on the Red Line. Buses 90/92.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Edward Lee
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.shiarestaurant.org/
Phone number
(202) 802-5166

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A Taste of Adventure presented by YETI x SHIA

7 Course Pre-Fixe (Dining Room)

5 Course Pre-Fixe (Lounge Only)

Dinner

Scallop and Fried Oyster Ssam

Black Sesame Guksu

Mul Hwe

Doenjang Pork Belly

Seared Halibut

Korean Mustard Glazed Duck

“Nurungji”

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