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Old Ebbitt Grill, Washington, D.C., DC

Old Ebbitt Grill

4.7
4.7
27780 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Top Tags:
Indoor Dining
Private Events
Carryout

Chef Salvatore Ferro
Around the corner from The White House

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 342 times today

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Private dining

Private dining

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 8:00 am–2:00 am Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (202) 347-4800
  • Website
    https://www.ebbitt.com?y_source=1_MzcwMzY3MTctODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Salvatore Ferro
  • Catering
    Please contact our events department at 202.552.5000.
  • Private party facilities
    Steps away from the White House, the Old Ebbitt Grill is the perfect location for your next event. The Cabinet room can accommodate events from 5-75 guests. Additional private and semi-private space may be reserved in our Atrium dining room or rooftop patio. Please call Jordan Hammes at 202.552.5000
  • Private party contact
    Jordan Hammes: (202) 552-5000
  • Location
    675 15th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20005
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    15th between F and G
  • Parking details
    Paid parking available in nearby lots - PMI on NY Avenue in between 15th & 14th Streets; LAZ on G Street between 15th and 14th Streets;
  • Public transit
    Metro: Red Line to Metro Center, Orange/Blue to McPherson Square
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 27,780 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Most Booked

  • District of Columbia

    American

  • District of Columbia

    Most Booked

27,780 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The oysters were spectacular. Very well decorated place! Wonderful experience! Congratulations to all of you! Thanks!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food4service2ambience5
    Meh. Food was okay, service was not attentive. Not sure I will return.

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  3. CosmoDiner

    Las Vegas

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The crab cake, which is not breaded, but broiled in butter, was exactly what I wanted from this experience! The cheese board was also excellent. Our server gave us exceptional guidance and met our very tight time frame. So glad we scheduled this meal into a busy day!

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  4. Steph

    Kansas City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Not only is it historic and iconic, but the reputation is deserved- excellence food and fabulous service.

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  5. Desigirl

    Washington DC

    81 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    81 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service! Really enjoyed the experience! We will be back!

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  6. Annabel

    Hawaii

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous lunch spot in the heart of DC. Highly recommend the crab cakes. Make reservations as the restaurant is always busy

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great, iconic location, centrally located for business, and much of the DC holiday festivities and viewings.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super goooooood you must absolutely positively try the meatloaf

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server, Ronnie, was awesome. He made sure our wine and water glasses were full. He anticipated all of our requests and was very friendly

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  10. SuzetteS

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was great, happily providing input that we requested. Food was tasty. Will put on our repeat list!

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  11. BethesdaDiner

    Washington DC

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Crab cakes and drinks were very good, servers were excellent!! We went on a Sunday afternoon, and were limited to ordering off the Brunch menu. Wish we’d had the option of ordering off the main menu.

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  12. JanetR

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Old Ebbitt Grill, especially during the holidays! The food and service are consistently excellent, and the atmosphere is festive.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We made the best brunch ever!! Going back tomorrow for oysters and champagne! Must go to in DC

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very happy, we came to celebrate my father’s 70th Birthday, and I have the reservation so no wait, the food delicious and the service on point.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service and cool atmosphere. Would for sure go back!

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  16. PatriciaO

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Dinner was fine. Didn’t have to wait too long after our reservation time. At times music was too loud. Didn’t appreciate hearing my server Arthur trashing Senator Cruz to the table behind me.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful dinner before the Nutcracker!

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  18. bridgetocorner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The brunch was delicious! Met with friends and we a great time eating and chatting.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Anchorage

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food. My wife and i had a great time!

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  20. RebeccaB

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was quieter in the event space which we appreciated. All food was delicious.

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  21. Grant

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall1food5service3ambience3
    I write this review entirely recognizing we have had great experiences many times in the past at Old Ebbitt including when we brought 20 people with us from our wedding late at night a few years ago, however this specific experience did not live up to the experience we are accustomed to primarily due to two issues. 1. A shift change of wait staff happened during the course of our meal which resulted in confusion and a gap of service. This led to an issue with on our meals (a steak ordered medium-rare that arrived well-done) unable to be rectified. 2. A homeless man entered the restaurant and repeatedly accosted my wife and I in the restaurant for money. When denied he got visibly angry. At no time did a restaurant staff member force this man to leave and the manager never came over afterwards despite a waitress having witnessed this. Aside from those two issues, Old Ebbitt continues to be an excellent restaurant overall with many great dishes and many memories. The issues we experienced will not prevent us from returning, but on this evening they did sour the overall mood.

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  22. DMVTeaLady

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated my fathers birthday and had a wonderful wonderful time! We were running late and the keep our reservation open despite being busy and we had the most wonderful waiters. Delicious food and fun ambiance. 10 out of 10!

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service was spectacular ! Very busy Friday , so noise was a little more than usual. However, tolerable. Great experience !!

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  24. Bgracious

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Such a wonderful restaurant, and so much history. Unfortunately, we were seated in the mall area in the very back of the restaurant. That was not ideal because we had senior citizens who needed to be closer to the restrooms, which were downstairs. Food was amazing. The crab cakes delivered with lots of lump crab meat and not a lot of filling. The oysters were fresh and on point. The service was slow because it was a little crowded. It was still worth the trip.

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  25. KarenM

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We got seated very quickly and our server was outstanding. She explained about some of the items we asked about on the menu and followed up periodically to see if we needed anything else.

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  26. Tuckinalex

    Washington DC

    86 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    86 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Mixed review for my first visit in many years. We had a good location for a booth and it was relatively quiet. Our server was not. Very loud, in your face familiarity, overly effusive. Did not read his customers on this as we were not amused. Didn't catch his name but large guy with chin hair. He did redeem himself at the end as you'll read later in this. We ordered a fresh shrimp appetizer and they were tough, and 4 very specific oyster types, one of which was not as advertised. We did mention this to our server who did the right thing in the end and removed those from our bill. So he went up a bit in our estimation. We had a terrific crab cake and decent caesar salad and a hamburger with fries. The cocktails were very good although heavy on the booze but who can complain about that! For dessert we each had expresso martinis' which were excellent. The bartender got an A+!

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  27. WendyS

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a delicious meal! We loved the historic setting. Highly recommend!!

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  28. Mint2dine

    Washington DC

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great option for lunch! Food is consistently good and variety is excellent. Very convenient to key downtown offices. Always an excellent choice!

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  29. JimM

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent breakfast and service …. Really well executed

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We always love Old Ebbitt Grill, the only disappointment is when we are seated in the back area, which feels like you are eating in a Shopping Mall Food Court. It totally loses the special historic ambiance of the main restaurant, which is what we love most. The food & service is always top notch.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food and atmosphere. Definitely a favorite

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  32. VaDiner

    Washington DC

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautifully appointed restaurant. Great menu. Fine service. Delicious food.

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  33. SeanG

    Milwaukee

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best French toast in town! I had a side of 2 sunny side up eggs and the whole meal was fantastic. Top it off with friendly but not pushy waiters and a private table for 1 and I was in heaven!

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Classic Washington dinner experience with top notch food and service.

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  35. Katherine

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a table for 5 and all enjoyed dinner and dessert, after an evening at the Kennedy Center. The appetizers were delicious, pasta so fresh, and shared desserts topped off the evening splendidly! Our waiter was very helpful, professional, and courteous. We look forward to returning soon to celebrate another special occasion.

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  36. SusanC

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved our a Anniversary dinner. Our server Mike was amazing. Very attentive! The oysters Rockefeller were superb and the crab cakes and mussels were amazing. Crab cake is 95% crab. So happy we came!!!

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  37. Susan

    Washington DC

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Going to Old Ebbitt Grill is always a treat and yet again, they did not disappoint. Great food, value and atmosphere in a one-of-a-kind restaurant in a one-of-a-kind location right by the White House. The service is first rate always!

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  38. AC22

    New York Area

    74 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a stop when I'm in DC. Love the Ebbitt Grill!

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  39. Jimmy

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Was wonderful lunch, location is great. Only issue is that it is very crowded.

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  40. kimberly

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lovely time. Our waitress was attentive and friendly. Perfect table for brunch 😊

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FAQs

Old Ebbitt Grill does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Old Ebbitt Grill also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 347-4800.

Old Ebbitt Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 27780 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 342 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Old Ebbitt Grill

675 15th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20005

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    15th between F and G
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 8:00 am–2:00 am Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Paid parking available in nearby lots - PMI on NY Avenue in between 15th & 14th Streets; LAZ on G Street between 15th and 14th Streets;
  • Public transit
    Metro: Red Line to Metro Center, Orange/Blue to McPherson Square
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Salvatore Ferro
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.ebbitt.com?y_source=1_MzcwMzY3MTctODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=/
  • Phone number
    (202) 347-4800
  • Catering
    Please contact our events department at 202.552.5000.
  • Private party facilities
    Steps away from the White House, the Old Ebbitt Grill is the perfect location for your next event. The Cabinet room can accommodate events from 5-75 guests. Additional private and semi-private space may be reserved in our Atrium dining room or rooftop patio. Please call Jordan Hammes at 202.552.5000
  • Private party contact
    Jordan Hammes: (202) 552-5000

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