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Grace's Mandarin
Grace's Mandarin

Grace's Mandarin Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Elegant
  • Website: http://www.gracesrestaurants.com
  • Email: mandarin@gracesrestaurants.com
  • Phone: (301) 839-3788
  • Hours of Operation: Open Daily at 11:30 am, Lunch Menu available till 2:30pm
    Lunch: Monday - Sunday from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
    Full dinner menu is available throughout the day.
    Dinner: Sunday until 10:00 pm
    Monday-Thursday until 11:00 pm
    Friday-Saturday until 12:00 am

    Happy Hours: Monday thru Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm. Excludes Holidays.

    Full Menu Available for Carry Out.
    No Deliveries.

    Dress Code: Business/Smart Casual.

    Offering gift card rewards! Please visit our website for further details.
  • Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Asian, Sushi, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Executive Chef: Orion Chen
  • Dress Code: Smart Casual
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Fireplace, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Smoking Area, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Catering: Our exclusive Mezzanine is available for private or semi-private parties, dinners up to 50 people, or cocktail receptions up to 65 guests. A semi-private area with a panoramic view of the Potomac River. Larger semi-private spaces are available, please call us to inquiry.
  • Private Party Facilities: Semi-Private to Private space available for parties from 15 to 300. Please call from the times of 11:00am to 6:00pm for information.
  • Private Party Contact: Kevin Lee (301) 839-3788
  • Entertainment: We are not featuring any live entertainment.
  • Special Events & Promotions: Come and celebrate Valentine's Day 2014 at Grace's Mandarin. We are featuring a four course pre-fix menu for $65 per adult and $15 per child under the age of 10. The Menu is Available on our website.

    Come and join us for our Happy Hour with half priced small plates, half price on sushi, $5 draft beer, $5 hot sake and select cold sake, $7 signature drinks and martinis, and also half priced select bottles of wine. Monday through Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm.


    *Dine in only, excludes holidays, cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers, excludes sushi from chef's selection, some restrictions may apply

Getting there

  • Cross Street: Waterman Passage
  • Parking: Public Lot
  • Parking Details: Public Parking all other times, nearest parking garage, Mariner Garage.
    We do not validate parking.
A word from Grace's Mandarin
Grace’s Mandarin presents a fusion of modern Asian inspired dishes with a flair in a casual and elegant ambiance. Come and enjoy our fresh and impressive selection of sushi, paired with one our Sake selections. Our intimate lounge features stylish cocktails along with an extensive wine & champagne… list. Grace's Mandarin features spectacular views of the Potomac River, in the heart of prominent National Harbor, located across the street from the Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center and across the Woodrow Wilson Bridge, just minutes from Old Town Alexandria and Washington, D.C. Come and view our three-story waterfall and our 33-foot Buddha will heighten your dining experience with us. Thank you and we hope you will enjoy your dining experience with us.Continued
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
  • Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
  • Diners' Choice WinnerHot Spot
  • Diners' Choice WinnerRomantic
Diner Reviews
  • "Nice atmosphere, amazing decor...beautiful view, but the food is pretty expensive and nothing special-just like most restaurants at the National Harbor. I had the Duck Wrap and my husband had the Hawaiian Chicken. The Duck Wrap was swimming in heavy, salty sauce, you can barely taste the duck. Duck has a distinct taste and shouldn't be hidden by heavy sauce, unless its low quality duck. My husband was surprise at the low quality chicken they use on the Hawaiian Chicken. You can get better chicken in sandwiches at Panera Bread! We did like the vegetable dumplings, which seemed handcrafted. I enjoyed one of their specialty drinks called the Jade."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "There was a big crumpled up piece of paper in one of our dinners. We tried to tell the waiter- but due the language barrier he didnt quote understand what we were trying to say. Eventually, the manager came over."
    Dined on 2/27/2014
  • "In addition to the magnificent ambiance and location/scenery, Grace's food was amazing! I ordered the lamb chops and they were the best I've ever tasted!! I'll be spending many days trying to duplicate the tender, succulent garlic-flavor of those lamb chops. I can't wait to go back and try them again. We also enjoyed our waiter who was very responsive and had a great sense of humor. I also thank the manager for recognizing my birthday with the lovely gift he presented me. Thanks Grace's...looking forward to next time!!"
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "my date had an almost front row seat to watch basketball games on a 4 screen television along with some CNN. The elation on his face was priceless."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "My husband and I dined here for Valentine's Day. Aside from how crowded the restaurant was, it was an extremely romantic setting. There was a pre-fix menu available and the options were all great. I ordered the shrimp and scallops dish, which was delicious. We had sushi for our appetizer and our rolls were fabulous. And the drinks were excellent. The waiter was a little missing in action but the restaurant was really crowded. We got our food promptly and there were no issues. Apparently you had to make a special request to get a table by the window, which overlooks the water. But the windows are large enough that we could still enjoy the view. Definitely looking forward to dining here again."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "We use this restaurant for entertaining all of our out of town guests. Repeat visits are now requested. You will not be disappointed."
    Dined on 2/16/2014
  • "I've been eating at Grace's Mandarin (and their parent restaurant Grace's Fortune in Bowie) for years and I can honestly say that I have yet to have a bad or disappointing experience here. The food is always amazing and the wait staff are extremely attentive to your needs during the meal. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great meal at National Harbor. I recommend the crispy beef!"
    Dined on 2/17/2014
  • "The service was excellent. I ordered the lamb chops. It was very delicious. You may be left a little hungry if you are expecting a big meal. The dish comes with 3 lollipop style chops and I little dipping bowl size side of rice. I was a little perplexed how to eat this since no knives were given. I don't really like eating with my fingers but I did anyways. The meat was very tender and flavorful. We also ordered the lettuce wraps as a starter, it was a bit on the salty side but I am sensitive to salt. The pineapple duck comes in a half a pineapple. Very nice presentation. Definitely will come back."
    Dined on 2/16/2014
  • "Thank goodness I made a reservation as the restaurant was busy. Lots of peoples wantd to dine here for Valentine's Day."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Love the relaxed atmosphere. Would dine here again. Service was wonderful and food was outstanding. An overall 5 star restaurant."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "I have been to alot of restaurants and Grace Manderin is one of my top 5 restaurants to go to. I have been to Grace Manderin at least 3 times before coming this past time on Valentine's Day. Each time the service has been great, the food impeccable and the overall experience just superb!"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Me and my Friend went to Grace's Mandrain for Valentine's day. We had a 4 course meal that was out of your mind I had the lamb chops that was outstanding the service was great the place was just fantastic I am planing to go again soon"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Didn't disappoint. Had to wait awhile for even with a reservation for a table upstairs. Menu was extensive and worth the price, My date loved the food and the ambiance. Restaurant was a little noisy but bearable."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "We went the night of the storm 2 days before Valentine's day. My stylist recommended it. The food was great. Not crowded or noisy"
    Dined on 2/12/2014
  • "We enjoy dining @ Grace's. I ordered the veggie fried rice...$18! The rice came in a cute unique shape bowl...not full...maybe 1& 1/2 cups. Rice tasted good just VERY overpriced. Sushi is a keeper here. Our waiter was attentive. We will return just won't order ANY fried rice."
    Dined on 2/11/2014
  • "Had a great time enjoyed myself and would definitely visit again"
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "Food was really tasty and services was excellent. The portions were small considering the price."
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "This was my first dining experience at this restaurant and probably my last. The service was sub par and slow. The food was pretty good, but not worth the money. Four of us dined for lunch and the tab was over $200!"
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "Did not like the policy that men have to take off a hat but women don't. Very noisy, need to dappen sound travel thru attenuation. Sticky rice is good for sushi but doesn't compliment entrees. For portion size and flavor the food was over priced."
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "I specifically come here because they have the best Korean Seafood Soup and it is hard to find."
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "From the Service to the Food everything was amazing!!!! So upscale more for Adults then kids... love love love it"
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "Love this place- every time. Great restaurant to take out-of-town guests. The crispy beef is amazing."
    Dined on 11/16/2013
  • "We ate here for the first time this weekend and we loved it Everything was terrific from the service, to the food, to the excellent view. The wine was terrific and the food was very memorable. We will definitely recommend to friends and will be back for sure. It's a great restaurant!"
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "Fresh food! Great! Wait staff needs to serve as great as the food."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "I wanted to treat my parents to a nice meal and took them to Grace's. The service was impeccable. The waiter was attentive and the food came out quickly. The portions were satisfying and delicious. The drinks were impressive. We got a bottle of sake, an oriental espresso martini, and an IPA. It was delicious! The place is pricey and would recommend it for a special occasion."
    Dined on 1/24/2014
  • "The decor and ambiance are outstanding. The food is well above average. The service is just average at best."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "Sweet 16 birthday dinner for 6. The girls loved the decor and service (particularly the extras - hot towels, purse stools, etc.). Friendly, attentive service. Good food and drinks with beautiful presentation. Calamari, sea bass, fried rice, various chicken dishes (Hawaiian, teriyaki). Would definitely return."
    Dined on 1/24/2014
  • "Loved the ambiance. Very romantic birthday celebration. Delectable food -- from the appetizers to the main course. Service was outstanding."
    Dined on 1/17/2014
  • "First, I must say Grace's Mandarin is very accommodating to couples. I arrived 30 minutes late past my reservation and was seated almost immediately near the window with a view of the harbor as requested on OpenTable! That was a major relief. I have to admit I noticed large parties given wait times up to 1.5 hours. Eek! The staff and wait service was above par. They have set the bar very high from the hot towels to bowing to their customers. The food was super delicious. I'm a working professional and it didn't break the bank. However, portion sizes may seem small to the eye but it was very filling. My date was so stuffed she couldn't eat dessert but again credit to the yummy food. This place comes highly recommended."
    Dined on 1/18/2014
  • "I've been to this restaurant several times and I always enjoy my experience. We celebrated my moms 65th birthday here and we had more people show up then what we reserved. The restaurant was so accomadating and understanding. The service was so patient. And the food came out fast. The following week I went to the restaurant with my boyfriend. And once again the service was great, the food came out fast and the view of the harbor was so romantic! Great restaurant!"
    Dined on 1/18/2014
  • "Loved it...again!!! The food, the service, and just the entire dining experience was great. Even got little gifts for my birthday. SUPER APPRECIATIVE of that kind gesture. Can't wait to dine again. #lovegraces"
    Dined on 1/11/2014
  • "We met some friends for dinner here. The service is top notch! Friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. The bar drinks were watery though, and food only so-so. The decor of the restaurant is vibrant and comfortable."
    Dined on 1/11/2014
  • "A friend and I dined at Grace's Mandarin on January 4, 2014. From the beginning the server, Sean or Shawn, (not sure of the spelling), seemed preoccupied and uninterested. He greeted us, it seemed to me, as an after thought. I asked my friend if he noticed. We seemed to have been thinking the same thing. We even asked Sean if he was having a bad day to which he answered, "I'm focused". To us, he was anthing but focused. I did not like his attitude nor his lack of concern. I hated to tip bad behavior, but in many restaurants, servers have to share tips with those other helpers in their area. Those helpers were on point. All in all, it was a pretty good experience. I will return, but I'll aske for a different server."
    Dined on 1/4/2014
  • "We recently had dinner at Grace's Mandarin and it was a pleasurable experience. The food was very good and the service was excellent. Though bit out of the way if your not attending the hotel-convention center, it is worth a try."
    Dined on 11/16/2013
  • "I've been to Grace's several times in the past month and each experience is different. I must first say, this restaurant isn't amazing. The food is good, but not the best asian cuisine I've had. It's also a bit overpriced. I get that I am paying a little bit more for location, but for the amount and quality of food, it's ridiculous. Luckily, I didn't pay. Out of all the restaurants at the National Harbor, this is normally my last choice, but the people I come with sometimes choose it."
    Dined on 1/4/2014
  • "We were really happy with every aspect of the evening--couldn't have asked for better!"
    Dined on 1/3/2014
  • "Always a great meal. Never a wonder about quality. I was happy to be entertaining."
    Dined on 1/2/2014
  • "My second visit. Loved the food. Will go back again. Even their sushi is so much tastier than other places. The Lobster, Shrimp and Scallops dish out of this world. Chocolate Cake and Mango Mousse cake both yum yum and light. Didn't weigh me down."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "A friend of mine recommended this restaurant and it was GREEEAT!!!"
    Dined on 12/27/2013
  • "Attentive service and excellent food. We'll be back"
    Dined on 12/31/2013
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