Chef Michael Rafidi, acclaimed for his restaurant Albi, recently rebranded it to spotlight Palestinian flavors, aligning with his heritage. The restaurant received recognition, ranking first on Washingtonian's list and winning Rafidi a James Beard Award. Following a brief closure for renovations, the updated menu features traditional dishes with a Mid-Atlantic twist. Rafidi's new personalized tasting menu allows for unique, seasonal dining experiences tailored to guests' preferences, marking a distinctive evolution in his culinary approach.
"It's a personal restaurant. It's my first restaurant. It was meant to be the food of my youth and the food I grew up eating."
"Calling it a Middle Eastern restaurant, Levantine restaurant just didn't feel right."
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