Morrison-Clark Restaurant

Name: Morrison-Clark Restaurant
Address: 1011 L Street, NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20001
Telephone: (202) 898-1200
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.1

4.1 (568)

$31 to $50

American

1011 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001

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2 people

Jun 18, 2025

7:00 PM

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Good for business meals
Neighborhood gem

The Main Dining Room is highlighted by gilded mirrors, Italian marble fireplaces, and crystal chandeliers. The tantalizing cuisine is innovative and fresh, its style is regional American. The Morrison Clark Restaurant is consistently rated among Washington's finest. Experience the storied legacy of a 19th Century Victorian mansion, now a full-service hotel and restaurant, proud to be on the National Register of Historic Places.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 898-1200
Website
http://www.morrisonclark.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Full creative catering service is available.
Private party facilities
Allow The Morrison-Clark Historic Inn and Restaurant to serve as a vibrant retreat guaranteed to infuse your special event with new energy and fresh ideas. One of the most storied hotels in Washington DC, our unique blend of historic elegance and modern facilities offers you a distinct advantage.

Location
1011 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Between 10th and 11th on L st
Parking details
$20 Valet Parking through the hotel
Public transit
Metro Center (Red, Blue and Orange) and Mt Vernon Square, 7th St. Convention Center (Green and Yellow)
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

MORRISON SPECIAL $18.00
Two eggs scrambled, breakfast potatoes, toast Choice of bacon or turkey sausage, coffee or juice
FRIED EGG BREAKFAST SANDWICH$12.00
Croissant, cheddar, choice of bacon or turkey sausage
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST$16.00
Fresh fruit, croissant or toast, cup of coffee
FRENCH TOAST$15.00
Maple syrup, choice of bacon or turkey sausage
CLARK OMELET $18.00
Ham, spinach, mushroom, tomatoes, onions, cheddar, breakfast potatoes, toast
EGGS BENEDICT $18.00
Toasted English muffin, home fries, poached eggs, hollandaise sauce, choice of Canadian bacon or spinach & tomato
VEGETARIAN OMELET$16.00
Green peppers, onions, mushrooms, breakfast potatoes, toast
BELGIAN WAFFLES$13.00
Seasonal fruit, whipped cream, choice of bacon or turkey sausage
FRESH FRUIT PARFAIT $15.00
Granola, fresh fruit, choice of yogurt or milk
SMOKED SALMON $19.00
Plain bagel, smoked salmon, tomatoes, onions, capers

Breakfast Sides

Bagel & cream cheese$7.00
Assorted cereal & milk$5.00
Toast, butter & preserves $4.00
Two free range eggs, any style$6.00
Nueske's bacon $6.00
Turkey sausage$6.00
Mixed fruit $10.00

Breakfast Beverages

Coffee, regular or decaf$5.00
Harney & Sons premium tea$5.00
Espresso $6.00
Cappuccino$7.00
Orange, cranberry, apple juice $5.00
Hot chocolate$5.00
Whole or soy milk $4.00

Lunch

Lobster Chowder$12.00
Lobster, Corn, Potato & Cream
Grilled Mini Wheel of Brie$16.00
Apricot Jam & Crostini
Crispy Artichoke Quarters $12.00
Marinara Sauce
Mushroom Flatbread$20.00
Forest Blend Mushrooms, Provolone & Mozzarella, Baby Arugula, White Truffle Oil
Classic Caesar$12.00
Romaine Hearts, Parmesan Cheese, Croutons
Calamari$14.00
Sweet Chili Sauce
Shrimp Tacos$22.00
Avocado cream, mango relish, soft tortilla
Crab Cake Sandwich$29.00
Remoulade, cole slaw, French fries
Chicken Piccata$26.00
Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes, Lemon Caper Sauce
MORRISON BURGER $18.00
Angus beef, lettuce, tomato, Wisconsin cheddar, mayonnaise, French fries
Pappardelle Pasta$19.00
Mushroom Ragu, Parmesan Reggiano
Salmon Burger $19.00
House Made Salmon Cake, Lettuce, Tomato, Spicy Mayo
Turkey Club$16.00
Smoked Turkey, Bacon, Swiss or Cheddar, White Or Wheat Bread, Mayo
Morrison Salad$12.00
Spring Greens, Cranberries, Dates, Candied Walnuts, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Champagne Vinaigrette
Crab Cake Sandwich$29.00
Remoulade, Cole Slaw
Salmon Burger$19.00
House Made Salmon Cake, Lettuce, Tomato, Spicy Mayo
Morrison Burger$18.00
8oz Angus Burger, Wisconsin Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayonnaise, Olive Oil Bun
Shrimp Tacos$22.00
Avocado Cream, Mango Relish, Small House Salad
Pappardelle Pasta $19.00
Mushroom Ragu, Parmesan Reggiano
Chicken Piccata$26.00
Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes, Lemon Caper Sauc
Peppered Ahi$22.00
Bamboo Rice, Avocado, Cucumber, Mango & Honey Lime Vinaigrette
Turkey Club$16.00
Smoked Turkey, Bacon, Swiss or Cheddar, White
Chicken Cobb Wrap$17.00
Romaine, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Bacon, Avocado, Tomato, Hard Cooked Egg, Buttermilk Dressing

Dinner

SHRIMP & GRITS$25.00
Cheesy Stone Ground Grits, Tasso Ham
Lobster Chowder$12.00
Lobster, Corn, Potato & Cream
Grilled Mini Wheel of Brie$16.00
Apricot Jam & Crostini
House Cured Beet Salmon
Dill Crepes & Crème Fraiche
Filet Mignon$45.00
7oz Beef Tenderloin, Shredded Potato Cake, Bordelaise
Crispy Artichoke Quarters $12.00
Marinara Sauce
Calamari$14.00
Sweet Chili Sauce
Mushroom Flatbread$20.00
Forest Blend Mushrooms, Provolone & Mozzarella, Baby Arugula, White Truffle Oil
Classic Caesar$12.00
Romaine Hearts, Parmesan Cheese, Croutons
Calamari$14.00
Sweet Chili Sauce
Pan Seared Diver Scallops$38.00
Celery Root Puree, Herb Cream
Grilled Atlantic Salmon$27.00
Jasmine Rice, Dill Beurre Blanc
Chicken Piccata$26.00
Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes, Lemon Caper Sauce
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$38.00
Grilled Asparagus
Pappardelle Pasta$19.00
Mushroom Ragu, Parmesan Reggiano
Shrimp & Grits$32.00
Cheesy Stone Ground Grits, Tasso Ham
Filet Mignon $45.00
7oz Beef Tenderloin, Shredded Potato Cake, Bordelaise
Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb
Ratatouille, Goat Cheese, Baby Spinach, Lamb Jus
Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass$39.00
Steamed Jasmine Rice, Baby Bok Choy & Shiitake Mushrooms
Grilled Atlantic Salmon$27.00
Jasmine Rice, Dill Beurre Blanc
Chicken Piccata $26.00
Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes, Lemon Caper Sauce
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$38.00
Roasted Corn & Potato Hash, Grilled Asparagus & Lemon Butter Sauce
Pappardelle Pasta$19.00
Mushroom Ragu, Parmesan Reggiano

Dinner Sides

Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes$7.00
Local Market Fresh Vegetables$7.00
Roasted Brussels Sprout with Parmesan$7.00
Steamed Jasmine Rice$7.00
Baby Spinach with Roasted Garlic $7.00

Dessert

available for lunch & dinner

Cheesecake $12.00
Raspberry Sauce & Berries
Tiramisu$12.00
Tuille and Chocolate Sauce
Chocolate Mousse$12.00
Amarena Cherries
Apricot Bread Pudding$12.00
Vanilla Sauce

What 568 people are saying

Morrison-Clark Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.1Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Morrison-Clark Restaurant offers a charming "old world charm feel" with "delicious" meals like snapper and lobster chowder. Guests highlight the "beautifully decorated and intimate" space, perfect for special occasions. While some service inconsistencies were noted, the restaurant is praised as a "classic" with "amazing" steak and onion rings.

568 Reviews

M
Matthias
Frankfurt2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Das Essen war sehr lecker und der Service hervorragend. Es hat uns sehr sehr gut dort gefallen
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Tammy VIP
New Orleans / Louisiana42 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had an excellent dinner . The room was very intimate. Old world charm feel. My husband and I had the snapper and it was delicious!
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Lee VIP
Washington, D.C. Area23 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Morrison-Clark Inn's restaurant is an overlooked gem in the heart of DC. We were married there 30 years ago and returned for an anniversary dinner. We were the only ones in the restaurant (we stayed the night and there were many people there for breakfast in the morning) - it's a mystery because the food and service are outstanding.
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Frances
Las Vegas1 review
3.0
Dined on April 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Took a long time to get food. Orders were wrong. No two old fashion drinks were made the same.
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Judy
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 31, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
What a disappointment! A server can make or break a dining experience; our server indeed broke ours. When asked if MC offered a non-alcoholic wine, he simply said "no" - and did not offer alternatives (soft drinks, iced tea, etc.) until he was questioned upon his return to the table with water. He continued to pressure us to order our entrees, returning multiple times to see if we were 'ready'. Note that at this point we were the ONLY patrons in the restaurant. One of my companions ordered the gumbo appetizer which he did say was tasty, but our entrees were served moments later, continuing the "rush". My companions both enjoyed the Snapper; my half rack of lamb was quite chewy, although flavorful. Before our niece and I of us had finished our meal, my husband's plate was cleared, as he had finished. Before the remaining two meals were finished, our server approached us with our check in hand. I asked if after-dinner coffee was an option, to which he appeared surprised and annoyed at such a request. When the coffees were served, we were not given creamer; our server was again clearly annoyed at this request. We were not offered a dessert menu. My husband is a kind man and included a tip for the server - which he clearly did not earn. We were in town to visit our niece and hoped for a great meal for her, as this is her first time living on her own in a distant city. We were terribly disappointed this was our 'treat' for our visit. We will not return upon our next visit to DC.
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Farshad
Minneapolis - St. Paul16 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
The brunch experience was somewhat underwhelming. While the food was passable, it lacked the finesse one would expect from a restaurant of this caliber. The service, unfortunately, fell short of expectations; there was a noticeable lack of coordination, as dishes arrived at varying times. A particularly disappointing moment was when the staff poured coffee onto the table without so much as an apology, which only added to the sense of carelessness. Additionally, the restaurant seemed oblivious to the significance of our visit, failing to acknowledge the birthday celebration we were there to mark. To top it off, the Eggs Benedict was overcooked, with the texture resembling that of a rock, making for an unenjoyable meal. Overall, the experience was far from memorable, and I would have hoped for more attention to detail and courtesy.
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Erin VIP
Houston7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved dining at Morrison-Clark! The ambience was great and we loved the history of the inn. The room that we were seated in was beautifully decorated and intimate, which was perfect for conversation. The food was awesome, as well! We ordered crab cakes, steak, lamb, curry chicken, etc.
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Joanne VIP
Greater Boston9 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 12, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Food was very good but there seemed to be a staffing issue. We waited for ages to get our food while other tables received theirs quickly. There were only three tables in the whole restaurant that had diners at them, so this was particularly disappointing. In addition, our bill was incorrect and they just took forever to have a simple lunch.
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Michael VIP
Washington, D.C. Area41 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 4, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful space but time for a refresh, place could be so much better than it is. Food was ok, not spectacular. If you're staying at the hotel, you're relatively captive, if you can, best to go elsewhere.
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Krystal VIP
Tampa / Central Florida West9 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We ate here twice during our trip to DC. The food was delicious.
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Morrison-Clark Restaurant is rated 4.1 stars by 568 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Google Map for Morrison-Clark Restaurant

1011 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

Cross street
Between 10th and 11th on L st
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
$20 Valet Parking through the hotel
Public transit
Metro Center (Red, Blue and Orange) and Mt Vernon Square, 7th St. Convention Center (Green and Yellow)
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.morrisonclark.com/
Phone number
(202) 898-1200
Catering
Full creative catering service is available.
Private party facilities
Allow The Morrison-Clark Historic Inn and Restaurant to serve as a vibrant retreat guaranteed to infuse your special event with new energy and fresh ideas. One of the most storied hotels in Washington DC, our unique blend of historic elegance and modern facilities offers you a distinct advantage.

Morrison-Clark Restaurant

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Breakfast

MORRISON SPECIAL $18.00

FRIED EGG BREAKFAST SANDWICH$12.00

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST$16.00

FRENCH TOAST$15.00

CLARK OMELET $18.00

EGGS BENEDICT $18.00

VEGETARIAN OMELET$16.00

BELGIAN WAFFLES$13.00

FRESH FRUIT PARFAIT $15.00

SMOKED SALMON $19.00

Breakfast Sides

Bagel & cream cheese$7.00

Assorted cereal & milk$5.00

Toast, butter & preserves $4.00

Two free range eggs, any style$6.00

Nueske's bacon $6.00

Turkey sausage$6.00

Mixed fruit $10.00

Breakfast Beverages

Coffee, regular or decaf$5.00

Harney & Sons premium tea$5.00

Espresso $6.00

Cappuccino$7.00

Orange, cranberry, apple juice $5.00

Hot chocolate$5.00

Whole or soy milk $4.00

Lunch

Lobster Chowder$12.00

Grilled Mini Wheel of Brie$16.00

Crispy Artichoke Quarters $12.00

Mushroom Flatbread$20.00

Classic Caesar$12.00

Calamari$14.00

Shrimp Tacos$22.00

Crab Cake Sandwich$29.00

Chicken Piccata$26.00

MORRISON BURGER $18.00

Pappardelle Pasta$19.00

Salmon Burger $19.00

Turkey Club$16.00

Morrison Salad$12.00

Crab Cake Sandwich$29.00

Salmon Burger$19.00

Morrison Burger$18.00

Shrimp Tacos$22.00

Pappardelle Pasta $19.00

Chicken Piccata$26.00

Peppered Ahi$22.00

Turkey Club$16.00

Chicken Cobb Wrap$17.00

Dinner

SHRIMP & GRITS$25.00

Lobster Chowder$12.00

Grilled Mini Wheel of Brie$16.00

House Cured Beet Salmon

Filet Mignon$45.00

Crispy Artichoke Quarters $12.00

Calamari$14.00

Mushroom Flatbread$20.00

Classic Caesar$12.00

Calamari$14.00

Pan Seared Diver Scallops$38.00

Grilled Atlantic Salmon$27.00

Chicken Piccata$26.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$38.00

Pappardelle Pasta$19.00

Shrimp & Grits$32.00

Filet Mignon $45.00

Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb

Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass$39.00

Grilled Atlantic Salmon$27.00

Chicken Piccata $26.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$38.00

Pappardelle Pasta$19.00

Dinner Sides