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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Restaurantart
Gehobenes Restaurant
Preisklasse
51 USD und darüber
Küchen
Koreanisch, Modern koreanisch, Vom Hof auf den Tisch
Welcome to SHIA, where each dish is a celebration of Korean-inspired flavors and meticulous craftsmanship. Our seven-course tasting menu ($165 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!**
4 Course Pre-Fixe (Bar Only)
Mehrere Termine verfügbar
Join us at the bar for an exclusive $65 four-course tasting menu, crafted specifically for this intimate setting. These seats 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!**
Speisekarte
Our Seven Course Dinner in our main dining room
Dinner
Pumpkin Mandu
Scallop & Fried Oyster Ssam
Pine Nut Soondubu & Apple Juk
Sustainable Tuna "Bibimbap"
Doenjang Pork Belly
VA Ribeye with Kalbi Butter or Local Rockfish with Jujube Sauce
"Nurungji" Rice and Boricha Ice Cream
Was 21 Gäste sagen
Bewertungen insgesamt
Bewertungen können nur von Gästen gemacht werden, die in diesem Restaurant gegessen haben.
4.7
4,7 basierend auf den neuesten Bewertungen
4,7Essen
4,9Service
4,9Ambiente
4,5Preis-Leistung
Lärm • Gemäßigt
21 Bewertungen
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Stephanie
Philadelphia
2 Bewertungen
3.0
2 Bewertungen
Vor 1 Tag besucht
Gesamt 3
Essen 3
Service 5
Ambiente 4
We only truly enjoyed 3/7 courses. Dare I say the interpretive bibimbop was my least favorite?! Service was standard for the price point. Ambiance also fine and what you'd expect.
Basically accepted that we paid for the novelty and hype of Chef Lee post-Culinary Class Wars. The group next to us travelled all the way from north New Jersey. As DMV locals, we would not recommend traveling for the meal if you're looking to be blown away.
Overall, we had a good experience but wouldn't return because of overall value.
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Ian
Richmond
1 Bewertung
2.0
1 Bewertung
Vor 1 Tag besucht
Gesamt 2
Essen 4
Service 3
Ambiente 3
I dined at Shia on 11/23, and while I was eager to support Chef Edward Lee after following his journey on Netflix’s Culinary Class Wars, my experience left much to be desired.
The main reason I chose Shia was for the chance to meet Chef Lee. However, figuring out whether he would actually be present at the restaurant was incredibly difficult. Despite multiple calls, I received vague and inconsistent responses from the staff. At times, they cited privacy concerns, while at other times, they seemed completely unaware of his schedule until the day of. It felt like there was a deliberate effort to avoid giving a clear answer, which left me feeling like just another number. I suspect this was to prevent cancellations, but for someone traveling from Richmond with the sole purpose of meeting him, this lack of transparency was frustrating and disappointing.
The dinner itself was very expensive—$450 for two people with one drink and tip. Given this price point, I expected a higher level of service and consideration for guests with specific intentions. When I asked if I could leave my book at the restaurant to be signed at a later time, the staff initially said no because they couldn’t return it to me. When I offered to pick it up myself, the answer still was no. The moving goalposts only added to my frustration.
While the food was good and the kitchen staff seemed pleasant, the overall experience was overshadowed by the lack of a system to accommodate fans like myself who visit with high hopes of meeting Chef Lee. I wish I could have left with positive memories, but unfortunately, I cannot.
If you’re going solely for the food, you may enjoy your experience. However, if you’re a fan of Chef Lee hoping to meet him, be prepared for disappointment and little guidance from the restaurant.
SHIA RestaurantHeute geantwortet
Thank you for sharing your feedback about your visit. I’m truly sorry your experience didn’t meet your expectations, especially given your enthusiasm for Chef Lee and the effort you made to dine with us.
We completely understand the excitement of wanting to meet Chef Lee and truly value your support. However, his demanding schedule across multiple projects and commitments makes his presence unpredictable - this is why we can’t guarantee his availability, a point we outline in our FAQ and during pre-reservation communications to set expectations early on.
I’m glad to hear you found the food and staff pleasant, as these are hallmarks of the fine dining experience we work so hard to deliver. We do not place value on one human's involvement, but the energy brought by the team as a whole.
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Jane
Chicago
1 Bewertung
5.0
1 Bewertung
Vor 1 Tag besucht
Gesamt 5
Essen 4
Service 5
Ambiente 5
Service was great, ambiance was VERY nice, and food was stellar! :)
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Eddie
Raum New York
2 Bewertungen
2.0
2 Bewertungen
Vor 5 Tagen besucht
Gesamt 2
Essen 2
Service 5
Ambiente 5
From my Beli review (rank #5 on Beli)
Netflix Culinary Class Wars finalist/iron chef Edward Lee latest restaurant "Shia"
As soon as you walk in, they seat you at the bar with your 1st course. When they're ready they walk you into the dining hall to chef's counter with your 2nd course and talk little bit about lee initiative. Shortly after you are seated to your table. Unfortunately Chef Edward Lee was not here today.
Pumpkin Mandu - dumpling skin was fresh and was good, however chestnut sauce with pickled ginseng was ok. I honestly had doubts about Shia after this bite.
Scallop and fried oyster ssam - best dish of the night. It was absolutely 🔥 the hot/cold worked in sync, the crunch/smokiness made it a memorable bite.
Pine nut soondubu apple juk - broth itself was very bland, once you mix tangerine vinegar it was ok. Crab didn't have much flavor, the bite with mandu was decent. Each bite varied too much.
Tuna bibimbap - the dish that everyone wants to try. The plate choice here does not make any sense to me, it should be swapped out with the dish they used for dessert. It was pretty good, nurungji plus the tuna worked well together. I rather have a caviar shot with the amount that was served. It was good but not memorable.
Doenjang pork belly - again the plate choice here is questionable. Serving soup on a flat plate.. Kimchi was not sliced, and you can't cut it with your fork. Eating with pork belly was too salty and eating with clams was too bland. Poorly executed dish.
VA rib eye - kalbi butter was 🔥 it slapped hard. Rib eye wasn't as tender as I expected it to be. The kimchi it was served with as banchan was wayyyyyy too sour. I was dumbfoundead that this passed as ok to be served..
Boricha ice cream - this was very good
Service was top tier, clean table after every course.
I'm not sure if it was due to Edward Lee not being here today, but it was very underwhelming experience.
SHIA RestaurantHeute geantwortet
Thank you for your detailed review! I appreciate the time you took to share such thoughtful feedback. While I’m glad you enjoyed some highlights like the scallop and oyster ssam, boricha ice cream, and the attentive service, I’m truly sorry to hear that other elements of your meal fell short of expectations.
Chef Lee’s absence shouldn’t impact the experience, as our team works hard to uphold his vision and standards every night. Your comments about the plate choices, balance of flavors, and execution are incredibly valuable and will be shared with our culinary team for improvement.
We’re committed to creating a memorable and consistent experience for every guest, and I hope we have the opportunity to welcome you back for a better one in the future.
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Jan
Washington, D.C
1 Bewertung
5.0
1 Bewertung
Besucht am 16. November 2024
Gesamt 5
Essen 5
Service 5
Ambiente 5
An absolutely wonderful experience! The food was incredible and so were the staff. Highly recommend the rib eye with the amazing kalbi butter :)
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Sehee
Washington, D.C
1 Bewertung
5.0
1 Bewertung
Besucht am 16. November 2024
Gesamt 5
Essen 5
Service 5
Ambiente 5
From the moment we stepped in and to the moment we left, we were such well taken cared for. SHIA thought of every little detail. Not only was the food amazing but it truly was the people that made the difference. You could feel the warmth and genuineness shine through every person we interacted with. It was a cozy and intimate night we won't ever forget.
1 Person fand das hilfreich
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OpenTable-Gast
Richmond
1 Bewertung
5.0
1 Bewertung
Besucht am 15. November 2024
Gesamt 5
Essen 5
Service 5
Ambiente 5
It was a privilege to dine with you this evening. We won’t take this night for granted, everything was amazing and we are so honored to meet Chef Edward Lee :) 10/10 experience 10/10 staff 10/10 food <3
1 Person fand das hilfreich
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Alli
Portland
2 Bewertungen
VIP
5.0
2 Bewertungen
Besucht am 15. November 2024
Gesamt 5
Essen 5
Service 5
Ambiente 5
We had the best experience here! The food was outstanding and masterfully created. Everything from the flavors, textures, and presentation were all on point. Chef Lee and the entire staff are so friendly and delightful. Can’t wait to go back!
1 Person fand das hilfreich
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Jack
Washington, D.C
2 Bewertungen
4.0
2 Bewertungen
Besucht am 15. November 2024
Gesamt 4
Essen 5
Service 4
Ambiente 5
Good food. It was creative, and the alcohol pairing was all very good.
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Hope
Yorkshire
1 Bewertung
5.0
1 Bewertung
Besucht am 13. November 2024
Gesamt 5
Essen 5
Service 5
Ambiente 5
Absolutely LOVED this experience!! Thank you so much to Chef Lee and the team at Shia for being so warm and friendly.
1 Person fand das hilfreich
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