Ceiba Celebrated
Since opening in September 2003, Ceiba’s Latin-inspired menu and stunning setting have been attracting rave notices:
THE WASHINGTON POST – March 3, 2012 – Ceiba’s alternative Happy Hour time was featured in an article on the best happy hour specials for those who office hours are not the typical “9-5” work day.
MUST SEES WASHINGTON, DC [BOOK] – February 2012 – Ceiba was featured in the Michelin travel book as a top destination to visit in Washington, DC.
WASHINGTONIAN – February 2012 – Ceiba’s specialty Hot Chocolate was featured in a round up of the best Hot Chocolate in the city.
THE WASHINGTON POST – January 25, 2012 – Ceiba was recommended in the Going Out Guide as an ideal location for a first date.
REFINERY 29 – January 9, 2012 – Blogger Johanna Rowe of “Johanna Knows Good Food” recommended Ceiba as one of her go-to locations for accommodating large groups.
EATER.COM – November 14, 2011 – Passion Food Hospitality was a finalist for the Eater.com DC Awards in the “Empire Builders” category.
RUDY MAXA’S WORLD – October 28, 2011 – Gus DiMillo was a featured guest on the radio program where he discussed Passion Food Hospitality’s great success in the Washington, DC dining scene.
EFE NEWS [ASSOCIATED PRESS, SPAIN] – September 21, 2011 – Ceiba was included in an article on the top Hispanic restaurants in the United States in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.
DC FOODIES – June 8, 2011 – Ceiba’s Cuban Sandwich was named “the best Cuban sandwich” that the author has ever had, and the best in DC.
MIAMI HERALD – May 15, 2011 – Ceiba featured in DC travel article that examines many of the cultural influences that can be found within the city.
SPOKESMAN-RECORDER – April 8, 2011 – Ceiba was included as a highly recommended and affordable restaurant pick in DC, particularly for families.
TRAVELGIRL MAGAZINE – April 2011 – The “TG Alley” Column featured Ceiba as one of the editor’s personal picks for dining in Washington, DC.
DC NOW GUIDE – March 24, 2011 – Ceiba was featured as a “Best Bet” for Cinco de Mayo in the DC Travel Guide.
EXPRESS NIGHT OUT – February 22, 2011 – Jeff Tunks’ recipe for “True Grits” was featured in a story on “Oscar-Inspired” dishes, perfect for the 2011 Academy Awards, both online and in print.
AOL TRAVEL NEWS – February 14, 2011 – Ceiba’s Margaritas de Casa were selected as one of the top margaritas across the United States to enjoy on National Margarita Day February 22.
THE WASHINGTON POST – February 11, 2011 – The Going Out Gurus recommended Ceiba’s Happy Hour as an ideal location for both singles and couples.
THE WASHINGTON POST – February 6, 2011 – Ceiba was selected as the restaurant of choice for that week’s date lab, where the couple enjoyed a tuna tartar amuse bouche courtesy of Chef de Cuisine Alfredo Solis.
DELTA SKY MAGAZINE – February 2011 – Pastry Chef David Guas named Ceiba his go-to spot for lunch for their Cuban, “one of the best pressed sandwiches in town,” as part of his “Perfect Day” in DC.
WTOP RADIO – January 23, 2011 – Nycci Nellis highlighted Ceiba and their Half Price Wine Week promotion during her show “The List Are You On It.”
FODOR’S GUIDE TO DC – 2011 – Ceiba included in the annual travel guide as a top restaurant location in Washington, DC.
THE WASHINGTON POST – December 13, 2010 – The restaurants of Passion Food Hospitality are featured for their increase in holiday parties for the season compared to other DC locations and trends.
NBCWASHINGTON.COM – October 8, 2010 – The wide array of ceviches and the red and white sangrias at Ceiba offer happy hour goers healthy, lower calories options.
WELOVEDC.COM – September 24, 2010 – Ceiba’s Jamaican Spiced Salmon, Brazilian Seafood Stew and other featured dishes offer DC diners gluten-free options for both lunch and dinner.
CULTUREMOB.COM – September 15, 2010 – Ceiba celebrates cultural diversity with a delicious menu featuring different Latin American countries during Hispanic Hertiage Month.
ON TAP MAGAZINE – August 3, 2010 – Ceiba is featured as one of the top spots for summer sangria in DC.
CITYSEARCH – 2010 – Ceiba received the most votes for Best Mexican Food in DC.
WASHINGTON LIFE MAGAZINE – Summer 2010 – Ceiba’s Pisco Nuevo cocktail won “Best Pisco Sour” at Washington Life’s Best of Peru celebration.
WASHINGTON POST MAGAZINE – April 25, 2010 – Ceiba was selected as one of DC’s best Happy Hours for Adults for their specialty cocktails and excellent Dark and Stormy.
WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE – December 2009 – In the “Best of Penn Quarter” article, Ceiba’s unique Pisco Sour is selected as one of the “Best Cocktails” in Penn Quarter.
GOING OUT GUIDE, WASHINGTON POST – June 2009 – Ceiba selected by popular vote as having the “Best Margaritas” and “Best Happy Hour Deals” in the “Best Bet” awards for Washington Post’s online entertainment source.
WUSA CHANNEL 9 - April 2, 2009 - Chef Jeff Tunks appeared on morning show cooking segment to promote figure-friendly cooking.
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL – April 3, 2009 – Ceiba lounge featured among 10 restaurants throughout the country that have expanded their bar and lounge options.
THE TODAY SHOW - February 16, 2009 - Chef Jeff Tunks appeared on cooking segment promoting heart-healthy meal ideas including the Southwest Buffalo Burger and Grilled Chicken with Black Bean Corn Salsa.
WASHINGTON POST - March 4, 2009 - Owner Gus DiMillo featured in premiere “Restaurant Mogul” series profiling a day in the life of top restaurant owners in Washington, DC.
RAMMYS - 2008 - Passion Food Hospitality and Scott Clime voted Wine & Beverage Program of the Year by Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington.
AOL CITY GUIDE – 2008 – Voted one of ten of the “City’s Best Nightlife: Cocktails.”
WINE SPECTATOR – 2008, 2007 & 2006 – Ceiba received Award of Excellence.
OFF THE VINE - Summer 2008 - Selected Passion Food Hospitality and Scott Clime one of 40 “Passionate Wine Service Award” winners.
WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE – January 2007 – Ceiba again named one of the 100 Very Best Restaurants in Washington.
SANTÉ – October 2005 – Ceiba receives Certificate of Achievement from the Santé Restaurant Awards.
WINE SPECTATOR – March 31, 2005 – Ceiba featured in the article “Challengers and Incumbents in the Capital – New Washington restaurants represent a sophisticated constituency.”
WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE – January 2005 – Gus DiMillo, Jeff Tunks and David Wizenberg named Restaurateurs of the Year; Ceiba one of the 100 Very Best Restaurants in Washington.
BON APPÉTIT – September 2004 – Ceiba featured in the “Where to Eat Now” issue
WASHINGTON, DC, NATIONAL CAPITAL RESTAURANT AND HOSPITALITY AWARDS – 2004 – Hospitality Ambassador of the Year: Gus DiMillo; Ceiba Nominated for New Restaurant of the Year.
WASHINGTON, DC, NATIONAL CAPITAL RESTAURANT AND HOSPITALITY AWARDS – 2003 – Chef of the Year: Jeff Tunks.
WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE – November 2004 – “Best New Restaurant” according to readers.
WASHINGTON, DC MARKETING CENTER Annual Meeting – November 2004 – Best New Restaurant.
THE WASHINGTON POST MAGAZINE – December 2003 – Tom Sietsema awards Ceiba two stars, calling the experience “A Grand Tour – Ceiba takes visitors on a cruise to South America and the Caribbean.”
WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE – December 2003 – in the “Best of Washington” issue, restaurant critic Thomas Head declares of Ceiba, “The owners of DC Coast and TenPenh turn their sights on Latin America – with splendid results.”
THE WASHINGTON POST – December 2003 – Ceiba desserts featured in The Sunday Source.
WHERE WASHINGTON – Dining Guide 2003-2004 – Ceiba noted as the latest project of Washington Chef of the Year Jeff Tunks.
THE WASHINGTON TIMES’ WASHINGTON WEEKEND – November 2003 – Ceiba reviewed under “Inspired Delights.”
FOOD & WINE – November 2003 – Ceiba listed under “Where To Go Next In Washington, D.C.”
THE SHUTTLE SHEET [Delta] – November 2003 – Ceiba listed as Washington’s “Best Bite.”
WASHINGTONIAN – October 2003 – Ceiba featured in “Best Bites.”
ROLL CALL – September 2003 – Ceiba reviewed in “The Hot Plate” column.
CITY DESIGN FOOD FASHION – Summer 2003 – Ceiba noted in “The 2003 Killer Food Issue.”