How to Get a Reservation at minibar

Penn Quarter · Washington DC

minibar is José Andrés's two-Michelin-star avant-garde tasting menu restaurant, seating just 12 guests per service. It is one of the most technically ambitious and singular dining experiences in the United States.

Why Is It So Hard to Book?

With only 12 seats and internationally recognized cooking, minibar is one of America's hardest restaurant reservations, full stop. Seats open months in advance and are gone almost instantly.

Tips for Getting a Table at minibar

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    minibar releases each month's reservations at noon Eastern on the 1st of the month before, through its own booking page.

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    Reservations open months in advance and require advance planning. This is not a last-minute reservation.

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    Check the reservation platform frequently. Rare cancellations do happen even at this level.

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    A table for two is the standard format at minibar. This is designed for pairs.

How to Book minibar

minibar takes reservations through its own booking page, which ResTracker does not monitor. For hard-to-book restaurants on Resy and OpenTable, ResTracker checks every few minutes and emails you the moment a slot opens up.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is minibar on Resy or OpenTable?

minibar takes reservations through its own booking page, not Resy or OpenTable.

When do reservations open at minibar?

minibar releases each month's reservations at noon Eastern on the 1st of the month before, through its own booking page.

How many seats does minibar have?

minibar seats just 12 guests per service, making it one of the smallest and most exclusive dining experiences in the United States.

How many Michelin stars does minibar have?

minibar holds two Michelin stars. It is the flagship of chef José Andrés.

What neighborhood is minibar in?

minibar is located in the Penn Quarter neighborhood of Washington DC, near the Jaleo restaurant from the same team.

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