TikToker Keith Lee Slammed D.C.’s Food Scene — And People Are Angry

The popular foodie was underwhelmed, to say the least.

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Now, I’m sure you’ve seen the discourse on social media regarding popular foodie and TikToker Keith Lee. Chile, one thing Lee is going to do is have social media in an uproar.

The 27-year-old food enthusiast is known for exploring various cities to sample their local cuisines, but his recent trip to the Washington, D.C. area left him underwhelmed. After announcing on TikTok that he’d be visiting the nation’s capital, many fans suggested restaurants for him and his family to try during his stay. He posted three review videos while in Washington but later revealed in a TikTok post that he would only share six out of the 12 restaurants he visited. He explained that the remaining reviews wouldn’t be “constructive” and might unfairly harm the reputation of the restaurants that didn’t meet his expectations.

In the video above, Lee showcases platters of food from various restaurants while withholding their names. In one clip, he mentions that the strong smell of one of the dishes prompted his family to return to the restaurant and ask if it had been cooked alongside shellfish — a potential issue for Lee, since he’s allergic to it. He also points out the unsanitary conditions at some establishments, noting that workers were preparing food without gloves while handling money.

Social media users recognized one spot instantly as Oohh’s & Aahh’s, prompting the restaurant to respond to Lee.