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  • Dining Style: Casual Dining
  • Website: http://www.firefly-dc.com
  • Phone: (202) 861-1310
  • Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 10:00am Brunch: Saturday: 9:00am - 2:00pm, Sunday: 9:00am - 2:30pm Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 2:00pm Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:30pm - 10:30pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
  • Executive Chef: Todd Wiss
  • Dress Code: Casual Dress
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
  • Catering: Contact Christina McCarty christina.mccarty@firefly-dc.com or 202.521.7412 to book an event in one of our two private dining rooms today!

    Firefly is also available for restaurant buyouts, accommodating up to 125 guests. Come experience Chef Todd Wiss's seasonal menus in one of our intimate private dining spaces. Whether you're planning a business lunch, rehearsal dinner or birthday party, Firefly is the perfect fit for all types of events.
  • Special Events & Promotions: We are now featuring $2 Mimosas and $2 Bloody Marys with brunch on saturdays from 9am-2pm. Don't forget that we still have Sunday Brunch featuring $2 Mimosas from 10am-2:30pm as well!

Getting there

  • Cross Street: N Street
  • Public Transit: Metro: We are closest to the Dupont Circle Metro Stop, which is on the Red Line. Exit via the Q street exit. At street level, walk south on 20th Street for 4 blocks. Make a right. We are just past the orange awning on the right.
    We are located on New Hampshire Ave. NW, two blocks south of Dupont Circle, between N and 20th St.
  • Parking: Street Parking
A word from Firefly - DC
Firefly, the quintessential urban neighborhood restaurant, offers contemporary American comfort food to the city's many 'regulars' who dine out several times a week. Enjoy favorites like our matzoh ball soup, mini pot roast and a variety of 'Urban Picnics' to share...or not. We also have many… seafood and some vegetarian options. The menu is designed to utilize products from our local farms and farmers. Hand-picked to compliment the cuisine, our award-winning wine list shows an affinity for small winemakers and producers and our seasonal specialty cocktail menu offers a bevy of unique libations.Continued
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
  • Diners' Choice WinnerMost Booked 1000-Point Tables
Diner Reviews
  • "My first but not last experience for business lunch -- very attentive server, great location and wonderful food. It is a vibrant place but also quiet and suitable for portant discussion with colleague. I could also see a completely fun lunch or dinner here!"
    Dined on 7/29/2014
  • "I randomly chose Firefly as a brunch spot from Yelp, and MAN! What a find! The hostesses were really great about confirming our reservation, and accommodated us when we ran a few minutes late. We only waited maybe 2 minutes for our table, and even though we got what could be called the worst table in the place (behind the only wall in the whole restaurant with no view of anything) we STILL had a great time. The food was amazeballs (I had the grilles cheese with tomato and bacon with parmesan truffle fries. And a pineapple mimosa.) And our server Joe was both knowledgeable and super friendly. Kasey the Mgr stopped by and introduced herself, and she was super cool too. I thought the bar lights were totally cute! Can't wait to go back!"
    Dined on 7/27/2014
  • "Firefly is a chraming spot off of the busy block of Dupont circle! The breakfast burrito was AMAZING and the french toast was delicious! Definitely reccomend for a brunch spot."
    Dined on 7/26/2014
  • "Let's start by saying we were visiting from NYC and ended up here because the kimptongroup sister restaurant Urbana in the Palomar Hotel was under renovation. It was highly recommended by the Palomar. Apps- Bacon and blue cheese wrapped dates -tasty Liver pate - fair, not memorable Entrees The Lamb dish we ordered had pappardelle noodles and feta it was different and tasty but salty. We also had salmon with quinoa The salmon was well prepared but the quinoa had little seasoning We also ordered succotash as a side which didnt come out till 1/2 way thru our meal and was basically corn off the cob with some veggies mixed in Our 2nd round of drinks arrived when we were almost done with dinner before they arrived."
    Dined on 7/25/2014
  • "Cool ambience and delicious food. Would definitely go again if the proper occasion arises. Good for individuals and large groups."
    Dined on 7/22/2014
  • "I went to brunch at firefly ready to spend a while with a friend taking advantage of their $3 mimosas. However, our server completely rushed us through our meal. Additionally, the food was cold and slightly congealed and did not seem to have been made for us, but seemed to have been pre cooked and only put on a plate when we ordered it. Firefly has the potential to be a great brunch spot but right now is more of a factory. By the time we left the place was cleared out so no one was rushing to take our table and they definitely would have made more money off of us if we hadn't felt so rushed!"
    Dined on 7/20/2014
  • "Jose the food runner is awesome. He was very attentive to the needs of my mother and me. :)"
    Dined on 7/19/2014
  • "This restaurant is very nice. The food was amazing. The service was great. The only downside is that after 2:00pm on Sat for brunch the kitchen does not open again until 5:00pm for dinner. So if you arrive after 2:00pm, you will not be serviced."
    Dined on 7/19/2014
  • "We had a good time, but the food was a bit too...sophisticated....for us, though tasty. The noise level was the only true detriment."
    Dined on 7/16/2014
  • "I reserved a table for our business partner and myself, based on the location and very good reviews. The list of full of comfort food made in a bistro style. Great food. What was even better was the outstanding service we experienced. Ended up leaving very large tip for him."
    Dined on 7/14/2014
  • "We thoroughly enjoyed the specialty drinks, and the entrees. The service was great, and we like the ambiance. This night there was a low level but noticeable odor, like mildew combined with cleaning fluid from the carpet that caught both of our noses, and the waitress also noticed it when we mentioned it. Assuming this was a rare occasion and the result of unfortunate cleaning, we would go back because the food was so unique and good."
    Dined on 7/11/2014
  • "I've been to Firefly several times. This might have been the last. All tables were screaming to be heard. Service was snail-like. Not an enjoyable meal."
    Dined on 7/6/2014
  • "The ambience with the front doors open on a pleasant July evening was lovely, and with the "tree" and trunks, provided an "al fresco" feel. Service was very good, but not particularly attentive. I had asked for some type of birthday recognition for one in our party, but none was forthcoming. The food was very good and we ate every bite, but for the price, nothing provided the "wow" factor for me or anyone in my party of 6. So, we passed on dessert, which may have been why we got no birthday recognition. For the price, I would not return, but go to any of a number of other really fantastic restaurants in the DC area."
    Dined on 7/5/2014
  • "Firefly is very cool little restaurant a short walk from Dupont Circle. The interior is cozy and inviting, decorated with a lot of natural elements and motifs including a large branching tree trunk in the center. We met there for Brunch and enjoyed delicious Mimosas and homemade Bloody Marys. We had the Breakfast Tacos, Kale & Eggs, and Eggs Benedict and they were all expertly prepared with high-quality ingredients. The staff was knowledgeable, attentive, and friendly. I will definitely be back the next time I'm in DC."
    Dined on 7/5/2014
  • "As tourists, we followed the recommandation of the Washington Post for this restaurant. One of the thing the kids would look for was the cookie they could decorate themselves. When we walked in, we liked the ambiance, but we were seated in the back room, which is quieter, but with no decoration. I had the Chicken matzoh ball soup, as it was recommended. It was absolutely tasteless. The rest of our choices were all just ok. I had the moussaka, my husband had the Deviled eggs, and the Mac and cheese, nothing that distinguish itself from other places. For the kid's menu, it was also just ok. But my son had a severe allergic reaction to the cookie... Even if I asked numerous times, it seems that these produces were not certified Nuts free..."
    Dined on 7/2/2014
  • "We loved Firefly on our first two visits, but this one was not so good. On a hot evening, the AC did not cool down the interior. Food service was uneven, with some at our party of four receiving food and one sitting with nothing except bread for an hour and a half. The noise level made conversation difficult."
    Dined on 7/1/2014
  • "tasty delightful, friendly savers and grate bar menu."
    Dined on 6/30/2014
  • " As always what can I say this place is great? Everyone is wonderful from beginning to the end. People remember who you are with a smile. It's a short distance from my job and easy to get too. Great job Firefly. Thanks"
    Dined on 6/30/2014
  • "This was our first trip to Firefly and it began with an excellent wine recommendation by our server. Followed by a few choice appetizers. The mac and cheese side is a must! The shrimp and grits were incredible, and I don't even like grits. What ever sauce was served with the grilled swordfish was perfect. The atmosphere of the entire restaurant was unique and very laid back."
    Dined on 6/28/2014
  • "We will definitely return. Casual but elegant, located in Dupont Circle. Food, ambiance, and service were excellent."
    Dined on 6/28/2014
  • "First time at Firefly. It's worth trying. Very lively. Good cocktails. Very good service who split portions for us - nice touch. Food was plentiful and worked out well, but not over-the-top excellent. We won't become regulars, but it was a nice Experience. We had beet and goat cheese salad (the goat cheese a bit too smoky); mussels; and the lamb shoulder pappardelle (feta cheese distracts)."
    Dined on 6/27/2014
  • "Delicious food, outstanding service. Perfect for our small group of ladies enjoying a special evening out in the Dupont Circle area."
    Dined on 6/27/2014
  • "The food was creative, tasty, and reasonably priced."
    Dined on 6/27/2014
  • "Hotel fare can sometimes disappoint, but Firefly lives up to the high standards that I have experienced at Kimpton hotels throughout the country. The hamburger luncheon was a great value at $14 for a thick and juicy beef patty and perfect french fries. The parker house rolls are irresistible so I turned them into a guilt-free "dessert." Their house made lemonade is not for those seeking a highly sweetened drink as they allow the tangy tartness of fresh lemons to stand on its own. Stephanie is an absolutely outstanding server, so I hesitate to recommend her lest I not get one of her tables on my next visit!"
    Dined on 6/23/2014
  • "Was in DC for the week with my family and I can honestly say this is one of the best restaurants I have ever been to. I had the salmon dinner which was served with spinach and brown eyed peas and a cajun spicy sauce. It was one of the best meals I've had. The waitress was awesome, friendly, and very attractive to boot."
    Dined on 6/22/2014
  • "We stopped for Sunday brunch with our friend from NYC. The food was good brunch food with ample selections to choose. The service was adequate and the location was convenient for us coming from St. Matthew's Cathedral."
    Dined on 6/22/2014
  • "Great food, great service, great location! Desserts were fabulous which was the purpose of our late night dining. The staff was super friendly and very patient with our group of six. Would definitely recommend and I will go back when I want to dine in that area."
    Dined on 6/21/2014
  • "excellent tuna and smoked lamb. Gazpacho really wasn't; more a cucumber broth. Bland."
    Dined on 6/21/2014
  • "Brunch is awesome but if you go for breakfast after only having the brunch it is incredibly disappointing."
    Dined on 6/20/2014
  • "I dined at firefly in June and I've got to say the oysters to the chicken dinner was excellent, the service was on point, my server Joe was very detailed on what he recommend and on point but not over bearable. The places i have dined in the past always fall short on something but my experience at firefly will bring me back again! Thanks again!"
    Dined on 6/19/2014
  • "and we found 2 seats at the bar to wait for our table, we got drinks and snacks. Great service, very engaging and knowledgeable bartender, couldn’t catch the name but I think it was Aaron. The food was well worth the wait. Make sure you reserve a table well in advance. Friendly and engaged wait staff."
    Dined on 6/19/2014
  • "I have always had a great time at Firefly. We usually go there for brunch but this was the first time we went for dinner. The food was good although the quantities were small. The service was great as usual and as we went on a Sunday all the wine bottles were half off."
    Dined on 6/15/2014
  • "I had dinner at Firefly Sunday night and was nothing but overjoyed with my experience. The first thing that I noticed was the ambiance, its gorgeous. I had the steak cooked rare with yukon gold potato gratin baby carrots and peas. My steak was cooked perfectly to the temperature that I asked, which was rare. My server was Connor and he was very friendly and knowledgable about the menu, he answered all my questions with ease. He also gave me an excellent recommendation for a wine to pair with my steak. The manager also came over and asked how everything was, she was very nice. Overall, the food was mouthwatering and the staff was nothing but friendly. Can't wait to go back and take my friends!"
    Dined on 6/15/2014
  • "As a vegetarian I chose something a bit too exotic for brunch, when I should have just stuck with an omelet. I also wasn't pleased with my drink choice, which was prompted by a previous bad experience with mimosas somewhere else. My friend seemed fine with her food, and the couple of her potatoes I had were tasty. The noise level at 1:00 was almost beyond conversation across a small table; it got better by 3:00 when brunch was winding up. So my experience was not great, but that may have been due to less-than-optimal choices. I've been to Firefly in years before for dinner and thought it was fine."
    Dined on 6/15/2014
  • "My parents were in town and we needed a nearby brunch for Father's Day. The meal started with a delcious bread basket with various breakfast breads (including banana!). Between the three of us, we got the challah french toast, breakfast tacos, and the Firefly omelette. Everyone liked their food. I got the breakfast tacos, which were tasty, but could have had some more spice or flavor with the chorizo. I also prefer corn tortillas for a more authentic flavor. In any event, our server was so sweet - he gave us all Father's Day mimosas on the house. He was very attentive and did a great job of making it a special meal for my out-of-town guests."
    Dined on 6/15/2014
  • "Nice job including our kid but outstanding food and cool place"
    Dined on 6/14/2014
  • "We dined at Firefly early on a Friday evening. There were 4 in our party, 2 couples all in the latter half of our 50s. My observations- Service was very good without being intrusive. Drinks and courses came out promptly, water glasses were kept filled, no issues at all there. Food ranged from good to outstanding. I had the smoked lamb shoulder, some of the best lamb I've ever eaten. Tender and delicious with a bit of heat to go with the smoky flavor. My wife had the yellowfin tuna and said it was excellent, and my friend said his burger was excellent also. Fried mac n cheese app was good, not super. Desserts the same. Tasty but not wow. My only real complaint was the noise level. Conversation became impossible without shouting."
    Dined on 6/13/2014
  • "The service was outstanding - from the General Manager to the server to those supporting the server. The wine list - all U.S - had excellent substitutes for the French and New Zealand wines I usually order. The bistro steak was absolutely great - and the sides were excellent. While the bar and the area around it were noisy - lots of people having a good time - the room in the back was quiet enough for a confidential conversation. Will definitely go back and recommend it to friends."
    Dined on 6/12/2014
  • "We go to Firefly often for work lunches and I also go for brunches. Portions of the menu change regularly and everything is very good. Particularly recommend any of the soups, the risottos, fish tacos, and grilled cheese (seriously, amazing grilled cheese)."
    Dined on 6/12/2014
  • "I love Firefly!! The prices are reasonable the portions are just right. I especially love their soft fish tacos and sweet potato fries. I hope they never remove them from their menu. I have been going to Firefly for a long time and they never fail to impress. The ambiance is nice and welcoming. It has a somewhat rustic feel with the tree decor but yet it is warm and inviting. The perfect place for lunch or a celebratory occasion. I would highly recommend Firefly to anyone. One final comment the waiter/waitress staff is amazing."
    Dined on 6/12/2014
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  • Lightening Lunch!
    Monday-Friday 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM›
    For just $22, your lunch includes a hand-crafted non-alcoholic "mocktail" conceived by head bartender Jon Harris, an appetizer, entrée, and a granola snack packaged to-go for those in a rush. Excludes Tax and Tip. Special valid Jun 15, 2014 - Sep 15, 2014 on Mondays - Fridays from 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM. Offer valid June 15, 2014 - September 15, 2014
  • Jon's Favorite Things Happy Hour
    Saturday 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM›
    Join us at the bar every Saturday from 4pm-6pm featuring deals on some of Jon's favorite cocktails as well as delicious snacks. Excludes Tax and Tip. Special valid Jun 15, 2014 - Sep 15, 2014 on Saturdays from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Offer valid June 15, 2014 - September 15, 2014
  • $3 Mimosas, $4 Bloody Marys
    Sunday, Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM›
    Join us for $3 Mimosas and $4 Bloody Marys for brunch on Saturdays from 9:00am-2:00pm and Sundays from 10:00am - 2:30pm. Excludes Tax and Tip. Special valid Jun 15, 2014 - Sep 15, 2014 on Sundays and Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM. Offer valid June 15, 2014 - September 15, 2014
  • Happy Hour
    Monday-Friday 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM›
    $6 Draft Beer; $6 Glasses of Wine; $6 Happy Hour Drinks ; $5 Snacks. Excludes Tax and Tip. Special valid Jun 15, 2014 - Sep 15, 2014 on Mondays - Fridays from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Offer valid June 15, 2014 - September 15, 2014
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Diners' Choice Awards
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Call us today to hear about our wide variety of private dining options! Firefly has two private dining rooms, in which we … are able to accommodate a maximum of 34 seated and 40 reception style. We are also available for restaurant buyouts, accommodating up to 120 guests. Continued
Great for events up to: 120
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