The 170-seat Turkish restaurant and bar Agora opened May 24 in Dupont Circle. Architectural details in the 960-square-foot eatery include exposed brick walls, concrete floors, and primitive metal pendant lamps. Brick archways separate the 76-seat main dining room from the bar and lounge.
Chef Rasit Gulsen’s menu includes Turkish and Greek small plates prepared in a wood-fired oven and on a charcoal grill. The beverage program highlights anise-flavored ouzo as well as Mediterranean wines and beers.
A wall of glass sets off the new staircase to an upstairs expansion. Slated to open in late June, it seats 48 for private dining. A patio seats an additional 34 guests. Agora is available for buyout.
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The covered patio seats 34 streetside.
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The 76-seat main dining room has exposed brick walls and arched openings for a view of the kitchen.
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Slated for a late June opening, Agora's 48-seat private dining room will have decor similar to the main dining room.
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Brick arches separate the 14-seat bar from the main dining room.
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