Nue

It was interesting to try different cuisines from different countries. We seated outside and had several dishes and cocktails. It has a mini bar and seating area and the service is okay. The food is fine, nothing special other than the presentation.

I’d say it’s fine to try once for the experience as the cuisines are unique, but not that great. I wish I had taken more pics of the dishes.
There’s no specific parking so you’d end up parking on the street.

TLDR: We came here very excited and we left feeling very happy and satisfied with the food and overall experience.

We started off with the infamous water beetles. It tasted like a combination of Sour candy+jolly rancher+licorice!

We then ordered South African bunny chow and Brazilian Acarajé. Bunny chow was soooooo yummy; you will chomp down everything and I’ll give that to you in writing!
Brazilian Acarajé was veryyyy interesting. I loved the prawns stuffing inside and it is actually quite heavy.

For dessert, we went with Danish Drømmekage Dream Cake. It was soooo yummy, a must try especially if you like Marionberry ❤️

All in all everything we ate turned out to be sooo good. Highly recommend the restaurant- perfect location for dinner with friends or family.

We went on a Wednesday night and it was crowded. We had a reservation, so we were seated immediately.

I really liked the aesthetics of the place but the restaurant is actually quite small so all the tables are so close to each other and sometimes it’s sooo loud because of the crowd. It wasn’t an issue for us though because we only had one mission - mission gluttony, and we nailed it!

The food was amazing and I don’t say this lightly. The fries with the coconut sauce was mind blowing, the vegetarian bimimbap was great too. Pineapple corn bread was warm and the coconut flakes on top made it even better, a winner combo. Also ordered the Malayasian dal and Parota, the dal had lemongrass infused in it. The food in this place is definitely worth it. Felt the decor was hyped, maybe because I didn’t really understand much of it. Parking is a bit hard to come by, but there’s a $4 an hour (weekdays) lot right next to it.

We kicked things off with the "World Butter Plate" – nothing fancy, just a fun way to taste different kinds of butter.

Then came the mouthwatering Indonesian Pork Belly and the downright amazing South African Bunny Chow. Seriously, they blew us away.

And to top it all off, we indulged in the Danish Drømmekage Dream Cake.

Overall, the food was out of this world, and I absolutely loved the vibe of the place. It was totally unique.

Would definitely visit again

Love the travel-inspired theme and variety of international cuisine. All the food (except water bugs) were very delicious. Highly recommend the Brazilian Acarajé and South African Bunny Chow. As far as the water bugs - if you want to see your friends squirm and have a laugh, then try it. Otherwise, the bugs really don't have much flesh and the taste was not my cup of tea. Would not recommend that dish for the price. Everything else was 👍 also, don't bother looking for street parking, just park in the public lots as the price is about the same

Nue on Capitol Hill isn't just a dining spot; it's a small, charming, and undeniably hipster haven where culinary adventures await. Stepping into Nue feels like entering a cozy retreat, where each dish promises to surprise and delight. My recent visit to Nue left me wanting more, and I'm excited to share my experience.

To kick off our journey, we started with the Beirut Style Hummus—an absolute treat served with warm, fluffy pita bread. The creamy texture and flavorful blend of tahini, lemon, and garlic made for a perfect appetizer, setting the stage for what was to come.

We ordered the Portuguese Peri Peri Chicken Sandwich. Picture tender chicken, marinated in a fiery Peri Peri sauce, nestled between slices of toasted artisan bread, and topped with crisp lettuce and ripe tomato. Each bite was a burst of bold flavors, perfectly balancing spice and freshness.

Next up was the South African Bunny Chow—a dish that stole the show with its bold and comforting flavors. Savoring the aromatic curry served in a hollowed-out loaf of bread was an experience in itself, transporting me to the streets of South Africa with every bite. This was shockingly amazing!

The ambiance at Nue perfectly complements the eclectic menu, with its quirky decor and laid-back vibe. The attentive service only added to the charm, making our dining experience truly memorable.

In conclusion, Nue on Capitol Hill is more than just a restaurant; it's a culinary adventure waiting to be explored. Whether you're a food enthusiast or a curious diner seeking new experiences, Nue promises to delight your taste buds and ignite your sense of wanderlust.

Unique experience where we get to try different cuisines. This is a small place which led to us to wait for almost 40 minutes so highly recommend to call ahead and reserve. The ambience is unique as well with decor from different parts of the world but clumsy. It has a mini bar and seating area, the service is fine. As we went as a group, we got a chance to order several dishes from the menu. We are disappointed with fried chicken, nothing special other than the presentation. On the other hand, several other dishes like bunny chow, mussels are good. Disappointed with the dessert which has 90% whipped cream. The prices are expensive, we can try once for the experience.

Food was OK. Not really wow'ed though it was listed as Best Brunches in Eater. Ordered Chengdu Chicken Wings, South African Bunny Toast and their tea leaf salad. Tea leaf salad was kinda disappointing as it was kinda dry, was really craving for a good one and was hoping to be almost as good as Burma superstar. Food was Instagram able though.