The food was pricy but was not overly expensive. Little Sesame lived up to its hype and served up fresh dishes that were delicious and creative. The tea was fine but underwhelming as it was poured out of a dispenser into a paper cup. The salad contained pickled red cabbage, with sweet dijon and peanut dukkah, a spice blend. It was light, flavorful, smooth and definitely worth the visit. The hummus was really good-quite likely the best you’ll find on the east coast, possibly even west of Israel. All meals come with a warm, delicious pita, far better than any I’ve ever had before. The shakshuka bowl had the same hummus, topped with a fragrant tomato sauce, soft egg, garlic, mint and a healthy smattering of zaatar. My bowl was topped with roasted cauliflower, sesame seeds and scallions. ![]() Both bowls were respectably sized and had a generous portion of hummus. I ordered the cauliflower bowl, mint tea and a cabbage salad while my companion ordered the shakshuka. I picked up my food and offered Chef Tenne a “todah rabah,” which was well received. However, your wait time may vary, as Little Sesame can attract a large crowd. On the day I went, the food was ready in minutes, waiting to be picked up at the counter. Arab and Israeli music played interchangeably, though its volume was uncomfortably loud at times. Overall, the space was comfortable and homey. Silverware is provided if you’re eating in, which creates a nicer experience over plastic. Colorful, geometric tiles dotted the tables and floor. The restaurant was adorned with cacti, succulents and other greenery. ![]() Bowls and sandwiches are between $9-10, while salads are between $3-4. A myriad of Israeli-inspired beverages is available as well. For dessert, they serve a dairy-free ice cream that comes in interesting flavors, such as tehina and Turkish coffee. In fact, four of the five bowls offered are vegetarian. However, there is a multitude of vegetarian options. I keep Kosher and eat vegetarian out of the house, so I was unable to try the meat. Pita sandwiches are also available, along with many meat options. Rather than moving down the assembly line, watching as your bowl gets made, you order from a set menu and find a seat as Chef Tenne and his staff prepare your meal. Little Sesame capitalizes on the recent bowl craze, similar to Cava and Sweetgreen, but takes a refreshing hands-off approach. In fact, it’s an all-out attempt to change the identity of hummus in American’s experience of Middle Eastern food. Little Sesame is a restaurant located in Washington, D.C., that does away with the notion that hummus is an appetizer, or for some, an unappealing beige paste from the refrigerated section. Little Sesame’s goal is to redefine hummus in America. The space is packed during lunch hours, which is unfortunately since the whole place is only open from 11 am – 2 pm Monday through Friday.Little Sesame gives hummus a new identity as a main ingredient instead of a side dish by serving a variety of hummus based meals at reasonable prices. ![]() The restaurant is hard to find – it’s in a basement under DGS (an incredible brunch spot in it’s own right) but finding it is half the fun. Overall vibe: Little Sesame certainly isn’t a cheapest way to satisfy your hummus craving, but it is worth the money once in a while for some delicious hummus. (And you can always find a friend who wants your extra pita.) Vegetarians will love this place, too. All options except the chicken shawarma are only veggies. Gluten-free friendliness: With only seven menu items, it’s great that every main dish is gluten-free, minus the pita bread. Note: the menu items are seasonal and change based on availability. Just ditch the pita bread that comes on the side and it’s the perfect quick lunch. Once you’ve eaten all the toppings and the plain hummus gets to be too much, simply dump your salad into the hummus for an extended meal. Each option comes with a tasty and fresh side salad. What I got: Hummus bowl topped with seasonal veggies and a 10-hour egg. My goal is to discover gluten-free food in the District to make your gluten-free diet easier.
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