Mie N Yu has been on my radar for a while now.  I have been there a few times for drinks, but have never eaten there.  I recently got invited by one of their management and got to check out their Blind Tiger Tasting menu.  I ended up taking my friend their for his birthday and we had a blast.

We arrived on 8:30 and got seated promptly.  Our waiter was quite friendly and gave us quite an impressive speech about the history of Mei N Yu and the Silk Road.  I was quite impressed as the story was interesting and historically accurate.  After this we got a chance to check out the Blind Tiger menu which I included at the bottom of this post.

We ordered a bottle of Crios de Susana Balbo Cabernet from Argentina which was great choice for the food the followed.  We got different appetizers which included Zataar Hummus with Ful and Sunomono Blue Crab Salad. The  Zataar Hummus with Ful roasted garlic & zataar hummus, with braised Egyptian fava beans,garlic, tomatoes, lemon, naan bread.  This was delicious it was full of flavor from the tomatoes and lemon.  I have never had hummus with this much flavor and  bite it was really great. The Sunomono Blue Crab Salad of edamame, jumbo lump blue crab,cucumber, Asian greens, pickled quail egg & soba noodles with a rice vinegar dressing.  The salad had a nice light crab flavor that mixed well with the greens and dressing.  The first course started of the meal just right.

For the second course included my favorite dish of the night which was the Beijing Style Lacquered Duck.   The Beijing Style Lacquered Duck included local Pekín duck, mandarin pancakes, scallions,hoisin, cucumber, and chili’s. This duck was by far the best duck ever when you wrapped the pancake around the duck, scallions, and others it tasted so amazing.  It was moist and full of flavor.  The other dish for the second course was Char Masala Lamb Kabobs included Virginia all natural lamb, charred vegetables, and roasted coriander yogurt. This was good, but did not make me fall in love like the duck did.  It had a lot of lamb  flavor and when you dipped it in the sauce it tasted pretty good.

For the third and final course we decided to get another bottle as the first one was so good.  For the third course my buddy chose the Indonesian Scallop “Kare” and I chose the Indonesian Chicken “Rica Rica”.   My buddies Indonesian Scallop “Kare” which included seared East Coast sea scallops, yellow coconut curry,“Gado – Gado” salad: green beans, quail eggs, potatoes, shrimp chips, and peanut dressing.  It was really good the scallops were cooked perfectly which is not easy to find even at the best restaurants.  The Indonesian Chicken “Rica Rica” consisted of Shenandoah Valley free range organic chicken,red chili marinade, and pickled vegetables.   The chicken was good and had a nice tangy flavor which went nice with the sides.

The decor of Mie and Yu has be the most original decor in all of DC.  It takes pieces from all the countries of the Silk Road and applies the decor to a room.  Each room is decorated so you actually feel like the country of choice. I have copied the descriptions of each their rooms which you can read about and see it below. Overall Mie N Yu was great the decor, food, and atmosphere was wonderful.  I really enjoyed my meal there and I will be going back shortly.

Mie N Yu

(202) 333-6122
3125 M St NW
Washington, DC 20007

Mie N Yu’s Design Inspiration

Hong Kong Bar

Our Hong Kong bar combines both Chinese and English influences. From inviting lounge sofas adorned with hanging lanterns and shear curtains to the mahjong tiled bar framed with additional seating, there is a space for everyone to enjoy our specialty martinis or order from our complete menu. A live deejay takes center stage in the elevated booth above the bar. Windows to the dining room give guests a glimpse into the restaurant. The antique fans also add a traditional touch to the bar’s atmosphere.

Turkish Tent

Quietly nestled next to the Hong Kong Bar, the Turkish Tent shows off its vibrancy & unique ambiance. The entire dining space is enclosed by a richly colored & authentically patterned tent enchanting diners with sheer elegance. Relax on the plush sofa beds, lavishly embroidered pillows and cushioned ottomans. Notice the delicately hung, glowing lanterns above you & the intricately woven rugs below. Our Turkish Tent is perfect for an intimate group dinner or private reception. The Turkish Ten can accommodate up to 35-40 guests for a seated dinner or reception style event.

Moroccan Bazaar

A golden Buddha welcomes guests to Mie N Yu as you make your way to tented tables and lavish banquettes in our Moroccan Bazaar. Journey through a mysterious, faraway land of wonderful scents and dark candle-lit corners of our main dining area. The Moroccan Bazaar may be reserved, along with the Turkish Tent and Hong Kong Bar & Lounge, for reception style events of up to 200 guests. A full restaurant buyout including the second floor Baroque Room, Venetian Bar & Lounge, Birdcage, and Tibetan Lounge accommodate up to 400 guests for reception style events.

Venetian Bar & Lounge

At the top of the main staircase, and located on the second floor, the Venetian Bar & Lounge features vintage Paul Garnier clocks and the historically preserved glasswork of our building, over a century old. An array of antique mirrors adorns the walls under the vaulted ceiling. The Venetian room is open and inviting; perfect for reception style events of up to 40 guests.
Baroque Room

The largest, most versatile private room at Mie N Yu with a seating capacity of up to 60 guests or receptions for 60-70 guests. Votive candles sensually glow off mirrored tables surrounded by tall Casuarina-wood chairs. Scarlet curtains drape white walls under Italian-Crystal chandeliers.

Tibetan Lounge

Our most intimate private dining area is perfect for smaller events of 10-30 guests. Beaded curtains and hanging lamps are draped above the daybed couches, creating a comfortably exotic ambiance. The Lounge features a complete deejay booth (deejays can be booked upon request) and is available for private events hosting up to 28 for seated dinners, 30 for reception style events, or more when used in conjunction with the Baroque room. Reservations are required.
Our most intimate private dining area is perfect for smaller events of 10-30 guests. Beaded curtains and hanging lamps are draped above the daybed couches, creating a comfortably exotic ambiance. The Lounge features a complete deejay booth (deejays can be booked upon request) and is available for private events hosting up to 28 for seated dinners, 30 for reception style events, or more when used in conjunction with the Baroque room. Reservations are required.

Bird Cage

The illustrious Bird Cage is the Mie N Yu Chef tasting table. An enormous iron cage suspended over the main dining room is host to a four to six-course dining experience prepared exclusively by our Executive Chef, Tim Miller. The Bird Cage accommodates up to seven guests; the customized menu starts at $95.00 per person and reservations are required. (Can be used as a staging area for entertainment or additional seating for reception style events reserving the second floor)

Below you will find the Blind Tiger Menu

THREE – COURSE “social underground” CHEF’S TASTING MENU

The Blind Tiger is a prohibition era name for a speak-easy, and in this fashion Mie N Yu has taken the same premise and is offering this “underground” menu to those who have discovered the secret online.  Chef Tim Miller has taken many of Mie N Yu’s most popular dishes and incorporated them into this special menu, which you have received by finding us through our social media network and presenting your Blind Tiger ticket.  Enjoy a taste of the Silk Road…

$25 per person

No substitutions please.  Tax, gratuity, and beverages are not included.
Make one selection from each of the following three courses.
Chef Tim Miller is presenting traditional Silk Road inspired dishesas part of the Blind Tiger Menu in Celebration of:

Asia After Dark / at the Smithsonian Freer-Sackler Asian Art Museum

COURSE ONE

Zataar Hummus with Ful

roasted garlic & zataar hummus, with braised Egyptian fava beans,garlic, tomatoes, lemon, naan bread

Sunomono Blue Crab Salad

salad of edamame, jumbo lump blue crab,cucumber, asian greens, pickled quail egg & soba noodles with a rice vinegar dressing

COURSE TWO

Char Masala Lamb Kabobs

Virginia all natural lamb, charred vegetables,roasted coriander yogurt

Beijing Style Lacquered Duck

local Pekín duck, mandarin pancakes, scallions,hoisin, cucumber, chili’s

COURSE THREE

Pakistani Cinnamon & Ginger Striped Bass

sustainably raised striped bass, greens, and spiced yogurt casserole, tamarind scented basmati rice

Indonesian Scallop “Kare”

seared East Coast sea scallops, yellow coconut curry,“Gado – Gado” salad: green beans, quail eggs, potatoes, shrimp chips, peanut dressing

Lamb, Wild Mushroom & Tofu Fried Rice

stir-fried sushi rice, asparagus, corn, bok choy, ginger, mushroom soy, natural local cumin lamb

Indonesian Chicken “Rica Rica”

Shenandoah Valley free range organic chicken,red chili marinade, pickled vegetables

WINE’S BY THE BOTTLE (50% off of our regularly listed prices)

RED WINES

Kluge New World Red,  Virginia, $28

Cono Sur “Vision” Pinot Noir, Chile, $21

Jacob’s Creek Reserve Shiraz, Australia, $20

Crios de Susana Balbo Cabernet, Argentina, $22

WHITE WINES

Biltmore Sauvignon Blanc,  North Carolina,  $20

Cono Sur “Vision” Organic Chardonnay, Chile,  $28

Brancott Sauvingon Blanc, New Zealand, $20

Sawtooth Reisling, Idaho, $21