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Chef Geoff's Downtown - Permanently Closed

3.9 (3990)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
1301 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20004

About this restaurant

When you visit Chef Geoff's in Washington D.C.., you will quickly find out why it was voted Diner's Choice by OpenTable in 2016. This is just one of six restaurants opened by namesake Chef Geoff since 2000. Whether you choose to dine in the bright and cheery dining room or the outdoor patio, the highly trained staff at Chef Geoff's will ensure you have the best dining experience possible. The extensive menu created at Chef Geoff's showcases unique dining options you won't find anywhere else. Appetizers such as spiced plantain chips, grilled asparagus bruschetta and crispy brussel sprouts will prepare your palette. Bacon and bleu cheese mussels, wild mushroom ravioli and madras curry chicken are just three of the choices on the entree menu. If something more classic is to your liking, stick with standards, such as steak, pizza, or a burger. No matter what you choose, disappointment is not an option.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 4:00pm Dinner: Monday-Sunday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm Saturday Brunch: 11:30am - 3:00pm Sunday Brunch: 10:30am - 3:00pm Bar open to midnight daily.
  • Phone number
    (202) 464-4461
  • Website
    http://www.chefgeoff.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Staging a star performance? Cast Chef Geoff's Downtown as your partner. Whether a small seated event or a large cocktail reception, we can accommodate groups of all sizes. Our two private dining rooms seat up to 48 and the entire restaurant can be reserved for as many as 300 guests. For more information please contact our Private Event Director, Amy Foster at party@chefgeoff.com, for more information.
  • Location
    1301 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20004
  • Neighborhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Cross street
    on 13th between E and F streets
  • Parking details
    We have partnered with Parking Panda to allow guests to purchase guaranteed parking near Chef Geoff’s Downtown in advance. Go to www.parkingpanda.com and search for our restaurant. Enter time you plan to park. Once purchased, present your purchased confirmation at the selected location and this serves as your payment with no additional payments or fees. Parking availability can be limited, so it is strongly recommended that you purchase your parking for Chef Geoff’s Downtown in advance.<br />
  • Public transit
    Metro Center
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 3,990 people are saying

Chef Geoff's Downtown - Permanently Closed reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.9
3.9 based on all time ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 3.7Ambience

Noise • Moderate

3,990 Reviews

  1. KillerKona

    Washington, D.C. Area14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2013

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Geoff's for a post-graduation lunch, great food, and our servers were excellent. The food is as usual, great and fresh, with seasonal shifts and twists. I love it every time.

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  2. Dinner VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area38 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on May 8, 2013

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This was a very disappointing experience. Very poor service and mediocre food, they also had a very poor wine and scotch selection. Can't think of one reason to return.

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  3. Joel VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2013

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I am a frequent diner at Chef Geoff's Downtown. The dining experience is always outstanding -- and most enjoyable. The service is always phenomenal and the food is excellent. I am a loyal customer now!!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 5, 2013

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great brunch here. The menu was diverse enough that everyone was able to find something that they liked, and the portions were good. The gouda grits were among the best grits I've had (the portion was very generous, too). The one low spot was one of our party ordered a soda that did not come out with the other drinks, and had to ask two additional times for the beverage before it was brought out (about halfway through the meal).

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  5. KMCJaeger

    Denver / Colorado5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 4, 2013

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    You'll find some standard fare on the menu along with some interesting combos - especially appetizers.

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  6. Foodie1503

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2013

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were great, as always. I've dined there a number of times, and never been disappointed. I would recommend it to anyone looking for good food and drink with a good variety on the menu.

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  7. FedTriDiner VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 1, 2013

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a nice going away lunch for 8 and was able to get in and out within an hour-great service and good food. More vegetarian options would be nice, but they have a bean burger as well as pizzas. Look out for early in the week specials on food all day (and happy hours the rest of the week). Overall a very solid neighborhood choice for a sit-down restaurant. Happy hour can be very crowded but they have good food and drink specials.

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  8. Joanne VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area85 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 29, 2013

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were looking for a restaurant downtown at the last minute, and Chef Geoff's was able to accommodate us -- which turned out to be a wonderful find. The food was delicious and the staff was very attentive. We were most pleased with our dinners and will be back.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2013

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    They never disappoint at Chef Geoff's! I called two days ahead and was able to move up my reservation. The food was awesome- as usual- and the service was outstanding. There were many runners after the Nike Half Marathon and it was a great place to celebrate finishing the race.

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  10. Cusegirl

    Washington, D.C. Area16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 28, 2013

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We really enjoy Chef Geoff's, but this time we happened to come for brunch on a Sunday morning after the Nike Women's Marathon. STAY AWAY when this place is crowded. My family and I had to yell at each other (literally) to be heard and it was horrible. We were tucked in the little back room where noise bounces around like none other. Next time I'm going to request that we not sit in that awful back room.

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FAQs

Chef Geoff's Downtown - Permanently Closed offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 464-4461.

Chef Geoff's Downtown - Permanently Closed is rated 3.9 stars by 3990 OpenTable diners.

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Penn Quarter

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1301 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20004

Additional information

  • Cross street
    on 13th between E and F streets
  • Neighborhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 4:00pm Dinner: Monday-Sunday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm Saturday Brunch: 11:30am - 3:00pm Sunday Brunch: 10:30am - 3:00pm Bar open to midnight daily.
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We have partnered with Parking Panda to allow guests to purchase guaranteed parking near Chef Geoff’s Downtown in advance. Go to www.parkingpanda.com and search for our restaurant. Enter time you plan to park. Once purchased, present your purchased confirmation at the selected location and this serves as your payment with no additional payments or fees. Parking availability can be limited, so it is strongly recommended that you purchase your parking for Chef Geoff’s Downtown in advance.<br />
  • Public transit
    Metro Center
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.chefgeoff.com/
  • Phone number
    (202) 464-4461
  • Private party facilities
    Staging a star performance? Cast Chef Geoff's Downtown as your partner. Whether a small seated event or a large cocktail reception, we can accommodate groups of all sizes. Our two private dining rooms seat up to 48 and the entire restaurant can be reserved for as many as 300 guests. For more information please contact our Private Event Director, Amy Foster at party@chefgeoff.com, for more information.
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