Johnny Monis is gathering quite a following for himself in his tiny Dupont Circle restaurant. Komi’s low-key dining room, a straight shot from front window to kitchen window, is home to some of the most adventurous eating in the city; the youthful chef is essaying New American cuisine with nods to his Mediterranean heritage and whatever else strikes his fancy. But neither he nor his staff of personable, fashionable servers is lacking in discipline; just as his talent is for showcasing unusual ingredients without showboating, theirs is for putting guests at ease with the ever-changing menu.

Young, energetic chef-owner Johnny Monis offers one of the city's most adventurous dining experiences in this tiny space. The multicourse, prix-fixe menu, which changes daily, showcases contemporary fare with distinct Mediterranean influences. Buzzed-about plates have included mascarpone-filled dates with sea salt and succulent spit-roasted goat with pita bread.

What Our Inspectors Say: “Climb the stairs of a historic Dupont Circle townhouse to find this diminutive restaurant with a focus on drama. The smattering of well-spaced tables and a hushed ambience fashion a very promising date night. Photos are verboten, which is no matter since you’re so busy having a good time in “real” time.

There is an admirable simplicity to Komi’s changing menu, rooted in Greece and influenced by everything – but primarily genius. Its Michelin star proves…

The menu of pizzas and sandwiches looks a lot different, but the homemade, ethereal pita breads that accompanied every Komi feast can be ordered as gyro sandwiches (we love the vegetarian and lamb) or solo to start the meal (go ahead and splurge on the barrel-aged feta with it). Another thing we’re psyched to see on the go: sommelier Kyle Wilson’s carefully curated wines, beers, and ciders. Order online for pickup._

finally, can anyone confirm that Komi has a vegetarian menu?. i've tried calling them twice to ask if it was possible to dine there if you were vegetarian (though admittedly the last time i called was over a year ago) and both times the person answering the phone said something to the effect that they didn't have vegetarian options for people who don't eat seafood.

What Makes It Special: James Beard Award-winning chef Johnny Monis prepares multi-course seasonal tasting menus highlighting the Mediterranean flavours he grew up with in Greece. The atmosphere is upscale yet unfussy. Signature Dishes: Tomato and cucumber salad with dill ice cream, Spice-crusted striped bass with sunchokes, Duck with freekeh and plums.

Komi, the creation of Chef Johnny Monis, is a discreet yet undoubtedly prominent feature of the D.C. dining scene, hidden in plain sight on 17th Street. The restaurant, focusing on Mediterranean and Greek cuisine, is known for its pre-fixed tasting menu which offers a slow-paced dining experience that builds from delicate to hearty flavors.

Komi (Happy Gyro) is a tasting menu restaurant kept under chef Johnny Monis’s watch, which features Mediterranean and Greek dishes. It is a vegetarian diner that evolved from a tasting menu Johnny Monis ran as a tribute to his parent’s pizza place. Home and office deliveries are available via Skip the Line.

Komi is a high-end Greek dining experience and it will cost you a handful of those Valentine’s Day bucks– but it will be unforgettable. Owner and award-winning chef Johnny Monis will prepare your meal with decadence and style. The food served is a rustic, Mediterranean flavor served in a dozen dishes.

This past year Komi was selected as the number one restaurant by Washingtonian Magazine. Having consistently been placed on their annual must-eats list, Komi has proven that it is a juggernaut in the DC food scene to be reckoned with. They serve Mediterranean food with a modern twist.

Happy Gyro @ Komi: I think I put off Happy Gyro until six months into quarantine because I ate there in The Before and had such a perfect experience and I didn't want takeout to disappoint. Well, no chance there. It was probably my favorite that I've had all year as take out.

Now, they're joined by the likes of Johnny Monis (Komi and Little Serow), Aaron Silverman (Rose’s Luxury, our no. 1 Best New Restaurant of 2014, and Pineapple and Pearls), and a bunch more folks whose names you might not recognize now, but you will soon.

An exceptional fusion restaurant that’s almost always fully-booked, this American-Mediterranean eatery offers a one-of-a-kind prix fixe multi-course menu served over the course of several hours in an understated, rustic dining room.

Description: Chef Johnny Monis is part of a class of talented young chefs in Washington, D.C. who operate their own restaurants. After your dining experience at Komi, you’ll find it hard to believe that Monis is barely 30 years old.

This restaurant tops The Washingtonian’s Best Restaurant list for 2015 and for good reason. It starts with the ambiance: subtle, relaxed, and homey. The service is excellent and the staff is well versed on the food.

Executive Chef Johnny Monis won the James Beard Award in 2013 and showcases his culinary skills with delicious Greek and Mediterranean food at Komi. Each dish is innovative and the entire experience is memorable.