
Rose’s Luxury
RESTAURANT SUMMARY

In the heart of Washington D.C.'s vibrant Barracks Row, Rose's Luxury redefines the capital's fine dining landscape with an irresistible blend of culinary innovation and warm hospitality. This James Beard Award-winning restaurant transforms contemporary American cuisine into an interactive adventure where guests curate their own experience from Chef Aaron Silverman's imaginative small plates menu.
Since opening in October 2013, Rose's Luxury has captured national attention through Silverman's distinctive culinary philosophy—named after his grandmother Rose, the restaurant embodies luxury through exceptional care rather than formality. The chef's impressive pedigree, honed at Momofuku Noodle Bar and other acclaimed kitchens, shines through every dish. Recognition followed swiftly: Bon Appétit's Best New Restaurant in America (2014), a coveted James Beard Award for Silverman as Best Chef Mid-Atlantic (2016), and consistent Michelin Guide acclaim cement its status among Washington D.C.'s best restaurants.
The cuisine showcases Silverman's genius for unexpected flavor combinations across globally-influenced American dishes. Signature creations include the legendary pork sausage, habanero, and lychee salad—a sweet-savory masterpiece with coconut cream and fresh herbs that exemplifies the restaurant's playful sophistication. Hand-cut cacio e pepe, Korean-inspired tteokbokki with gochujang alla vodka sauce, and smoked brisket with horseradish mashed potatoes demonstrate the kitchen's range. The menu changes seasonally, ensuring each visit reveals new discoveries. Desserts like sticky toffee pudding enhanced with complex mole negro and horchata ice cream provide memorable finales to this fine dining experience.
Housed in a renovated two-story townhouse, Rose's Luxury feels like dining in a stylish friend's home. Exposed brick walls, vintage furniture crafted by Silverman's uncle, and strings of warm white lights create an intimate atmosphere. The open kitchen connects diners to the culinary theater, while the upstairs Tasting Room offers a more structured multi-course journey. Service embodies the restaurant's hospitality-first philosophy—servers act as enthusiastic dinner party hosts, often surprising guests with off-menu treats and personalized attention that elevates every meal into celebration.
For discerning diners seeking Washington D.C. fine dining without pretension, Rose's Luxury delivers an unparalleled experience. Reservations are essential for both the main dining room and the exclusive upstairs Tasting Room, where Silverman's creativity reaches its fullest expression through carefully orchestrated multi-course menus.
CHEF
Aaron Silverman
ACCOLADES

(2024) Michelin 1 Star

(2025) EP Club Recommended Restaurant

(2025) Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America Ranked #57







