Medium Rare - Cleveland Park, Washington, DC

Medium Rare - Cleveland Park

Name: Medium Rare - Cleveland Park
Address: 3500 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20008
Telephone: (202) 237-1432
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1909 Reviews

$30 and under

Steak

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Medium Rare offers a unique, prix fixe dinning experience of artisan bread; a mixed green salad; prime, dry-aged steak; and hand-cut fries (Vegetarian option always available) in a relaxed, fun, environment. Please allow us 15 minutes to seat you after your full party has arrived and after checkin at our host stand. As we do only one thing, we do our best to make the food and experience exceptional and also a good value. We also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday's with a great prix fixe including French Toast, Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict and bottomless Bloody Marys, mimosas and screwdrivers. WALK INS and CALL AHEAD seating are always welcomed.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 25, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 36 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Steak, American, French
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 2:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 237-1432
Website
http://www.mediumrarerestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
3500 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Neighborhood
Cleveland Park
Cross street
Ordway Street NW
Parking details
Small parking lot directly across the street
Public transit
On the corner adjacent to the Metro red line, Cleveland Park entrance
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Popular dishes

Grandma's Apple Pie with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream$12.00
tarte aux pommes grand-mère à la mode
House Specialty Hot Fudge Sundae*$12.00
le sundae maison, sauce au chocolat chaud
Double Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake$12.00
le gâteau aux deux chocolats
Six Layer Carrot Cake**$12.00
le gâteau à la carotte aux six étages
Key Lime Pie$12.00
tarte au citron vert

Drinks

Coffee
Tea
Espresso
Cappuccino
Cafe Latte

What 1,909 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

District of Columbia
Steak

1,909 Reviews

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Badbrunch
Washington DC
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food3service5ambience5
The Cleveland Park has a fun ambiance. The wait staff was great.
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DanM
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
This is a place for steak frites. If you are not in the mood for steak and fries, please reread the first line. They do these well and provide good value for the plentiful serving size. Also reasonable for DC wine prices.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is our favorite neighborhood restaurant . We bring all family and friends when in town. The meal is always excellent, service very kind and personal. Ana is our favorite.Prickly pear sangria has unique flavor and is my personal favorite
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love the concept. No decisions to be made, superb service, great cocktails ! Highly recommend!
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OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food2service4ambience2
The steak was not what we expected. Expected better quality of meat.
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DKDC
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always fantastic... we go here for every family celebration, always consistent and delish!
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AdamMang
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went there last week for brunch and had mimosas, Eggs Benedict and a Steak and Eggs. Everything was so delicious and exceptional value! Our servers Ricardo and Blanca were very friendly and attentive. I would definitely recommend it and will be taking friends there soon for the experience!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an amazing dinner. The food was as outstanding and the seconds were such a fun surprise. Our waiter was very sweet and the entire staff made sure we had a great evening. Highly recommend - we will be back very soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for brunch and had so much fun. The atmosphere is energetic and the staff made sure the bottomless mimosas were coming at a timely manner. I got the eggs Benedict , super yummy and definitely am coming back to try the French toast.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service were fantastic! Had an awesome birthday dinner.
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DorothyP
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience3
The food was so underdone and gross and our mimosa took so long to be refilled we constantly had either no bottles or one bottle for 10 people and then would not have one for another 15 minutes.
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BrianT
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always have a great time and a great meal here!
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BKKbound
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great value and has been a favorite place to eat for years. Highly recommend!
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MichaelR
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience4
This place is an excellent value. The food was tasty and fresh!
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ShayB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, great drinks, great service, large portions and a really good price! Loved it!
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DonnaR
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were fantastic!! Perfectly cooked steak that cut like butter! The sauce was phenomenal, I couldn’t get enough! We will definitely be back.
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KathleenC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best steak and fries! The meat was hot and cooked to my specific temperature. The portions are generous plus the sauce is absolutely delicious. And let's not forget about the bread! Our 1st time dining at Medium Rare was in 2012; our dining experience in 2023 lived up to my outstanding memories! A great place with a fixed price menu. You know what you are getting and it does not disappoint
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NataliaL
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience! The food was delicious, and the service was excellent! I like the selection of beers and wines they have there too. It's perfect to go with friends, family, or on a date. The location is very convenient, I was able to easily metro there. Definitely will be coming back!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the concept and the second serving was pleasant surprise . Our waitress was lovely, she cared to ask if we were from the neighborhood and you can tell, that the staff and management really care about your experience. We couldn’t help but we had to try all the cocktails on their board. We’re going to be back next time in town.
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AmyG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Medium Rare exceeded my expectations with their unique concept of serving two rounds of steak and fries. The element of surprise in the second round added a fun twist to the dining experience. The atmosphere is busy but the waitress was attentive and friendly, she provided us with excellent service last night and we'll definitely be back soon!.
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AndrewR
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dennis went above and beyond to make our dinner special.
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catbird
Washington DC
47 reviews
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sat outside on the patio on a lovely cool evening. Service was superb, the meal delicious (as usual), and everything was served in a timely fashion. Love the consistency of Medium Rare - it is indeed a rare treat in this city!
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DineAroundDMV
Washington DC
92 reviews
vip
5.0
92 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another great meal was had this evening at Medium Rare Cleveland Park. The team here rocks with it's 5-Star service. Ricardo is always our requested server as he is friendly, professional and welcoming. This has become my favorite ( and most visited) DMV restaurant!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a great experience! The food, the service, ambiance. Medium Rare - you won me over for life!
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LaGringa
Miami
113 reviews
vip
3.0
113 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Great deal for a tasty steak. Bread was hot and fresh and the salad was not anything special, yet fresh and crispy. Fairly a no frills place with a great meal for the price, albeit limited. Service was attentive.
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FindersKeepers
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2023
overall2food3service3ambience2
Eventhough the resturant was empty we felt very rushed to eat. They almost took of of our parties food away after she said she's still working on it. It was still over halfway full. But then if we needed anything we had to ask multiple times. The hot fudge sunday was a tower of canned whipped cream which made it difficult to even get the to the ice cream. And the "hot fudge" was a swirl of chocolate syrup. Not worth the price at all and will not be back. Someone with a dog came by and I watch an employee go into the restaurant and get something for the dog to eat right out of his hands. I'm not even sure that this employee washed his hands after doing that.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a lovely experience! A favorite, especially when I have out of town guests!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best bottomless in DC for the price!! Delicious food and yummy drinks- they’ve added more drinks aside from the mimosas, screwdrivers, bloody Mary’s, etc. but they are extra. Highly recommend.
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PhilipM
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Me and my Son loved it and will be back with friends
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Jill
Washington DC
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
I haven't been in a long time. Nice to go back and enjoy a good meal, would definitely recommend!
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RM28
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
For a fixed price menu, we were impressed with how well portioned, satisfying and tasty our meal was. We wanted more after the first serving and were happily surprised that there was a second. The staff made the experience special by thoughtfully acknowledging my partner's birthday. Overall we very much enjoyed our experience and look forward to returning.
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Carol
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
As usual, excellent food (especially that “secret sauce” which is incredible!), friendly and efficient service, Medium Rare never disappoints!
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AJBMO
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious! Love dining here and sitting outside on a pleasant summer evening.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love Medium Rare! Always a good time & the food considering they only have one entree, is spectacular & don’t get me started on their gravy. I could eat there everyday.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had a great experience last night. Our server zara was knowledgeable about the menu and made for a carefree evening. The grilled portobello was a great addition to the meal.
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Patio seating is great for summer. Nice patio atmosphere. Bread crispy, soft and perfect for starters. Our waitress recommended delicious drinks that were refreshing and delicious (sangrias). always a good quality meat with the secret sauce, we asked for more sauce as always. The service was very fast and friendly, all the staff cares about your experience, the manager was very attentive to everything. The dessert was also fabulous, they gave us a birthday candle which surprised us too much. Thank you for a wonderful experience on my partner's birthday. One of our favorites and as always, we will be back!!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Trouvé par hasard, et une des plus belle trouvaille que j’ai faite! Nourriture excellente, simple et délicieuse. J’adore la formule 1 seul choix de menu!! Je recommande!!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Medium Rare visit is our family tradition every time we’re down to DC . Excellent meal , exceptional service and ambiance. See you next time we’re in town
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was there with my friend on Sunday morning, we went to brunch and it was awesome, the food was delicious and our server was so great. It was my friend's first time and he loved it. We had been there for dinner but never for brunch. It was a really bottomless drinks and I would love to comeback very soon. Best brunch in the city by far!
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AdamMang
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food in this place is great. The French Toast is delicious and amazing. Our waitress was super nice. For my birthday, they brought out a delicious dessert with a wonderful sparkler on it. Great Vibes. Great service. 10/10 recommend and will be coming back!
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FAQs

Medium Rare - Cleveland Park is rated 4.7 stars by 1909 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 25, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 36 times today

Google Map for Medium Rare - Cleveland Park

3500 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Ordway Street NW
Neighborhood
Cleveland Park
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 2:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:30 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Steak, American, French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Small parking lot directly across the street
Public transit
On the corner adjacent to the Metro red line, Cleveland Park entrance
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.mediumrarerestaurant.com/
Phone number
(202) 237-1432

Medium Rare - Cleveland Park

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Popular dishes

Steak Frites

Steak & eggs

French Toast & Sausage

Menu

Set Menu

Artisan Rustic Bread

Mixed Green Salad

Award-Winning Culotte Steak & Hand-cut Fries

Desserts

Grandma's Apple Pie with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream$12.00

House Specialty Hot Fudge Sundae*$12.00

Double Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake$12.00

Six Layer Carrot Cake**$12.00

Key Lime Pie$12.00

Drinks

Coffee

Tea

Espresso

Cappuccino

Cafe Latte

What 1,909 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

How is Medium Rare - Cleveland Park restaurant rated?

Is Medium Rare - Cleveland Park currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information