DESCRIPTION: The food is always delicious, the service is always prompt, and the wait is minimal. The only complaint is perhaps the atmosphere or cleanliness of the establishment.
DATE: 2005-12-16
FOODRATING : 8
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 6
OVERALLRATING : 8

Great place, especially at lunch.
DESCRIPTION: I love Natasha s. My wallet will tell a different story. The lunch buffet is a wonderful spread of tantalizing and comforting concoctions. The stews will never disappoint nor will the addicting garlicky salad dressing. There are many spreads, salads, and sides to choose from ranging from hummus to potato salad. The Midnight Chicken and Gypsy Stew are not to be missed. Coffee and tea is another great Natasha s offering. The sadness hits when you find your small plate not big enough to fill with all the choices presented. The price of the buffet is judged on the weight of your food; it is not an all-you-can-eat buffet. I find this a rather heartbreaking way of controlling the diner s pocketbook, appetite, and options. On a day when you need to save money, but want great buffet-style Mediterranean food, head over to The Oasis in Chevy Chase. The servers and counter workers are always very accommodating and helpful. The dinner menu is wonderful. Although, for someone who appreciates the eclectic Natasha s, I find it overpriced. It is hard to genuinely accept the diverse image it conveys when those that love that diversity can t afford the experience.
DATE: 2005-03-10
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Midnight Chicken and Greek Salad

I love this place
DESCRIPTION: I've eaten here a few times for both lunch and dinner. Lunch was fun, but I'm not into buffets, especially as you are paying by the weight, not per head. So I recommend going when they are playing music for dinner. It's a great atmosphere and they have the best borscht I have ever eaten.
DATE: 2006-01-10
FOODRATING : 8
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Borscht