Maydan offers a lively, fire-centered dining experience, with a roaring wood hearth beneath a towering copper hood and the whole two-story space oriented toward the flames. Inspired by the flavors of the Middle East, North Africa, and the Caucasus, the shareable menu features warm, blistered flatbreads from the oven, colorful dips and spreads, and smoky platters of grilled meats and vegetables, all highlighted by the family-style “Tawle” feast. The restaurant feels like a hidden courtyard taverna off Florida Avenue NW—dim, buzzing, and full of atmosphere, with brick walls, hanging lights, and the scent of charcoal and spices filling the air. A Michelin-starred favorite and regular on national “best of” lists, Maydan turns dinner into a communal, high-energy gathering around the fire.