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Matchbox Vintage Pizza Bistro

Matchbox Vintage Pizza Bistro

(Now Closed)
Pizzeria and Bar$$$$
Chinatown, Washington
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  • Kendraheart icon on user image
    KendraAugust 4, 2014
    This restaurant made our trip in DC. We spent just over a week in DC and we ate here 3 times. The chicken pesto is to die for! You can order half/half pizzas to try more types! All were amazing!
  • Behrad Eatsheart icon on user image
    Behrad EatsNovember 22, 2015
    The Prosciutto + Black Mission Fig pizza is delicious sweet and savory option made with roasted garlic, mozzarella, gorgonzola, black pepper honey, and arugula.
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    Behrad EatsNovember 22, 2015
    The mini burger appetizer is a must! Hand-pattied certified angus beef, toasted brioche, pickles, onion straws, and a choice of gouda, mozzarella or gorgonzola.
  • Raniaheart icon on user image
    RaniaApril 8, 2017
    You can't go wrong with any of their pizze, and that burger appetizer was a whole meal all by itself. Thank you Wilbert for a great service and that winner attitude.
  • Glaelis S.heart icon on user image
    Glaelis Sierra GomezMarch 22, 2015
    Awesome service from Manny! And the pizza was mind blowing! Try the one with prosciutto, figs and arugula! Never imagined figs on a pizza, but the sweet/salty mix was amazing!!! :)
  • Virath P.heart icon on user image
    Virath PhongsavanMarch 10, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Just had the fire smoked pizza today and it was delicious. Didn't have that awkward fusion taste of flavors I've experienced with other pizzas. The flavors were in perfect harmony with that spicy pow!
  • Jaymye T.heart icon on user image
    Jaymye ThomasMarch 21, 2015
    Great food, great service! The bartenders were able to make great recommendations for things to do around the city. I tried the crab cake hash that was on special. I will definitely be back!
  • Maggie J.heart icon on user image
    Maggie JoyOctober 28, 2016
    Enjoyed the service and atmosphere. Great stop before an event at the Verizon Center or Shakespeare Theatre Company. Pro Tip: Get the Prosciutto and Black Misson Fig pizza!
  • Nia B.heart icon on user image
    Nia B.February 24, 2014
    I had the crab cakes- there were delicious. Lots of crab meat, pan seared, no filler, nicely seasoned. The fries were a little salty for my taste but anyway I'd definitely recommend this place!
  • Christopher L.heart icon on user image
    Christopher LongAugust 8, 2014
    Helina F. is a great server, the veggie burger was excellent, as was the sesame tuna salad. The thin crust pizza was a hit with the kids. Family friendly. Get the onion straws too.
  • Aly V.heart icon on user image
    Aly VFebruary 21, 2016
    The meatball pizza was delicious and the chicken stuffed with mac and cheese. I recommend the apple crisp and bread pudding!
  • K M.heart icon on user image
    K MoyerJuly 6, 2016
    Amazing food! The wedge salad is SOO good as is the Chicken pesto pizza. The matchbox blend wine was also good. Highly recommend this restaurant.
  • Harper W.heart icon on user image
    Harper WentzApril 18, 2015
    The mini burgers are amazing! The shoestring onions on top are owe thy crunchy and just delightful! The pizza I had was also just divine. I highly recommend!
  • Lisa
    LisaAugust 11, 2013
    Couldn't decide between the prosciutto and fig pizza or the Q, so I got half and half at no extra charge. Both were delicious. And Adam, our waiter, was delightful.
  • Sophia L.
    Sophia LiuJanuary 15, 2013
    First time here from NYC! Did half-half pizza: Q Special and Prosciutto White. Enjoyed the Q more bc I'm not an olive lover. Magic brownies are great for dessert & sharing! Cute atmosphere.
  • Andrea F.heart icon on user image
    Andrea F.July 9, 2013
    Honestly one of the best restaurants I've ever been to. All the food was fantastic -- especially the doughnuts -- and the servers are wonderfully attentive and friendly.
  • Cynthia
    CynthiaMarch 8, 2014
    At one of my happy places. Love sitting at the bar and soaking up the energy & conversation. The cocktails aren't bad either.
  • Adrian P.
    Adrian PerezAugust 4, 2014
    This place's forte is the, of course, the pizza. I would strongly recommend the Black Fig and the Chicken Pesto which whose flavor was daring and yet exquisite.
  • Kortney B.heart icon on user image
    Kortney BAugust 29, 2014
    The pizza here is incredible! Our wait wasn't too bad either in the afternoon. Also get the sliders. They will not disappoint!
  • Zara K.heart icon on user image
    Zara KhanOctober 24, 2014
    Do not leave D.C without having pizza at Matchbox. Fantastic pizza, great atmosphere and a great place to hang out with a group of friends.
  • Noha A.heart icon on user image
    Noha AFebruary 11, 2018
    Veggie burger is so delicious. Pizzas are good but I think they should increase the amount of cheese
  • Joe G.heart icon on user image
    Joe GizziSeptember 20, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Great brunch. Try the Chinatown cocktail or a Bloody Mary. Huevos rancheros or steak and eggs are good options. Breakfast pizza too.
  • Antonello L.
    Antonello LoddoJune 29, 2015
    This is one of my favorite places to eat in Chinatown DC. Try their pizza or sliders, but be ready to wait because it is usually packed
  • Ezra B.heart icon on user image
    Ezra BrooksJanuary 16, 2017
    Everything I've had here is great, but the spicy meatball pizza and the coffee and donuts dessert are absolutely top-notch.
  • Lisa B.heart icon on user image
    Lisa BellakDecember 12, 2015
    OMG get the apple/pear salad, it's divine! The sliders are really good too, although too many onion straws. Service was outstanding as always!
  • Sophia H.heart icon on user image
    Sophia HAugust 24, 2017
    chicken pesto pizza is really amazing! i was worried that the chicken would be dry/tasteless, but it was tender and the sauce was delicious!
  • Thomas W.heart icon on user image
    Thomas WinterMarch 1, 2015
    GREAT FOOD!!! The Pizza was awesome(and this coming from a picky NYer) Great staff and wonderful atmosphere. Recommend to anyone in the DC area.
  • Vineet S.heart icon on user image
    Vineet ShahJuly 31, 2014
    Mini burgers with Gorgonzola is a great appetizer to share. The Spicy Meatball and Special Q pizzas were our favorites.
  • Lucie L.heart icon on user image
    Lucie LewOctober 12, 2015
    I came here from Atlanta and this was the best resturant Ive come to thus far!!! Nicholas was AMAZING! WE WILL BE BACK!
  • Rick F.
    Rick FlynnAugust 25, 2013
    If you can't decide between two pizzas, go half and half. Loved the fire and smoke pizza. The Ginger Snap martini was a great accompaniment.
  • Jim W.
    Jim WilliamsAugust 13, 2012
    OK this is just plain fun. Go to the Chinatown/Gallery Place area and head here. The place will be packed so of course call ahead but the food is good. I like the pizza's but some like mini burgers
  • Ray S.
    Ray SkwarekDecember 7, 2012
    Pepperoni pizza is awesome. Also the crab soup! Great ambiance. Beer is very cold. Servers are friendly and efficient.
  • نجدية
    نجديةMay 19, 2016
    The sliders are a must. Pizzas are great as well. 4/5
  • Patrick C.heart icon on user image
    Patrick ChouJune 10, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Great all around menu. Also have a nice special menu for brunch. The house red wine is good as well.
  • Isabela T.heart icon on user image
    Isabela TonialJuly 15, 2016
    Dimple salada with Grilled Salmon is awesome and also the Italian ham with arugula pizza... one of the best!
  • Nuri J.heart icon on user image
    Nuri JeonMarch 14, 2016
    You can custom the style of pizza you want from the menu they have. Very kind and very delicious!
  • Burger Days
    Burger DaysMarch 8, 2011
    While Matchbox is known first and foremost for their pizza, their Bistro Burger served with bacon and Gorgonzola on a buttered brioche bun is one of the best around.
  • Daniel C.heart icon on user image
    Daniel CapenDecember 18, 2014
    Good service and food. You can do a 50/50 specialty pizza which is cool. Great dynamic with their regulars
  • Erin R.heart icon on user image
    Erin RoyalsJune 28, 2016
    I know this is considered a pizza place, but I just ate the braised short rib and it was phenomenal. I highly recommend!
  • Serhii L.heart icon on user image
    Serhii LutskoAugust 19, 2017
    Nice beer and pizza. Their mini burgers were tasty and famous
  • Nery C.heart icon on user image
    Nery CorellaJuly 14, 2017
    The staff is super friendly, the jalapeño margarita is awesome. My favorite pizza prosciutto white!
  • Yuri V.
    Yuri VictorFebruary 26, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    If God ate pizza, He'd eat at matchbox. At the fucking bar. And He'd cuss because God rocks you. I reccommend the following bartenders: Shannon, Laura, Eric and I'm warming up to Lauren and Lindsey.
  • Nicole G.
    Nicole GuilloryAugust 24, 2010
    Try the mini burgers with Gouda cheese and the oven dried tomato pizza with buffalo mozzarella cheese they are both delicious! Being from NYC it was nice to find a good pizza place in DC
  • Rae_7410
    Rae_7410March 20, 2011
    Try their brunch! Their steak and eggs were excellent. Also, an interesting Bloody Mary and other morning-beverage list. Worth a trip on a Sunday late-morning/early afternoon.
  • Blake W.
    Blake WalkerMarch 17, 2013
    Try the Fig and Prosciutto. It's amazing. Get it in a half and half with the fire and smoke if you want the spice too.
  • Mary S.heart icon on user image
    Mary SchoenharlJanuary 3, 2015
    Great Pizza. Able to mix and match pizza's. Staff was very service oriented and friendly! Interesting space.
  • Karen G.
    Karen GorrettaJune 9, 2013
    Smartest kids menu I've ever seen. Great place for families while still keeping the feel of a unique and cool place for adults.
  • Connerheart icon on user image
    ConnerDecember 3, 2011
    Great place. Pizza is real brick oven and not just thin crust. Get early on weekends as the wait can be long and bar fills up quickly
  • Nia
    NiaJuly 20, 2013
    Great sliders cooked to order. Crab cake sandwich is great. But the bun was too big!
  • Richard R.heart icon on user image
    Richard RevillaJanuary 11, 2016
    Pizza is excellent and service was on. Great beer selection you just can't go wrong.
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