Dauphine’s

Name: Dauphine’s
Address: 1100 15th St NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20005-1707
Telephone: (202) 758-3785
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

787 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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Dauphine’s, a restaurant inspired by the playful spirit and iconic cuisine of New Orleans is led by Chef Kristen Essig, who called the city home for over two decades. The Dauphine’s menu pays homage to the diverse cultural influences and rich culinary traditions of New Orleans while utilizing Mid-Atlantic ingredients. The beverage program is developed in partnership with New Orleans native Neal Bodenheimer – owner of Cure, the 2018 James Beard Foundation Award winner for Outstanding Bar Program – and offers a menu of both classics and innovative riffs. The expansive indoor dining features a large sunken dining room anchored by a custom raw bar and wood charcuterie case, a wrought-iron pavilion linking the bar and dining, and an intimate mezzanine with private dining. Bookend by two outdoor spaces, Dauphine's features a 30 seat outdoor bar with a custom New Orleans-inspired tiled fountain and a separate covered dining patio for 80 guests.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 30, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 58 times today

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 758-3785
Website
http://www.dauphinesdc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Kristen Essig

Location
1100 15th St NW Washington, DC 20005-1707
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
15th and L St NW Washington, DC
Parking details
Garage parking is available at Midtown Center, 1100 15th St NW. The entrance is at L St between 15th & 16th St located on the left side. Additional garages are available within walking distance as well as metered street parking.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 787 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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District of Columbia
Contemporary American

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DaveA
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
Top-notch cocktails and food, including sublime scallops and blackened fish. Friendly service; they got a few things wrong but comped us a free dish! Space is beautiful, table for 2 places 2 people a little far from each other for the noise level on a busy night. Highly recommend a stop for new New Orleans cuisine in DC!
TB
ToddB
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food4service3ambience5
Happy hour prices and offerings were excellent -- service, however, was so-so. We had to wait 15 minutes or longer to receive our first drinks after a long day of work.
C
Cece
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
Loved the outdoor seating , nice vibe, good wine and cocktails. My quail dish was supposed to be stuffed with duck but I didn’t detect any. Oysters were good though.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food3service3ambience3
I like the space layout. The plastic ferns and other cutesy touches were distracting, if not a little tacky. The food was ok. I had the stuffed quail and was underwhelmed, it was well executed but not much flavor. I think I want to try the charcuterie and seafood next time before I make my final opinion of the place.
CB
ChristopherB
Philadelphia
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience4
The restaurant was nice, but there were limited options for vegetarians.
KT
KenyaT
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very pleasant server Helena and food was amazing! This is my first time in DC and we were very happy with the experience. We had oysters, beef tartare, shrimp ramulade, and the Duck for two.
CG
CowboyGirl
Washington DC
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Second time dining at Dauphine’s and it was as good or better than we remembered. Our group had the stuffed quail, roast chicken, and bluefish creole and everything was outstanding. Our server was great and personable. We will definitely be back!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We went to Dauphine’s after a great day in DC. Our waiter Wes was fantastic, helping us choose from the great options on their menu. We got the beef tar tar and the scallops for appetizers, and the duck jambalaya for our main course. Every dish was excellent. We highly recommend Dauphine’s.
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Pontuquesi
Mexico City
12 reviews
vip
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall3food3service1ambience4
Poor service in general, table wasn't ready whem we arrived and we were rushed all the time we spent there. Food was from average to fair.
DM
DannaM
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The nod to New Orleans in the design of the interior space is fantastic. The bar, high tops, dining room and outdoor spaces are attractive and inviting. The place has great energy. We sat an high top, enjoyed craft cocktails, fresh oysters, and BBQ shrimp for father's day. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.
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Locavore
Washington DC
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Second time eating here and it was as good as the first time. I’m from Louisiana and this is New Orleans inspired without being literal copies of southern dishes. I had the Oyster Spaghetti and it was excellent. Cocktails were good too.
RK
RebeccaK
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall2food1service2ambience5
The restaurant was beautiful inside and they had live music playing. We went for brunch and the food was terrible I couldn’t even finish my food. My poached eggs were so over cooked and everything was cold. I would not recommend eating there. But our cocktails were great.
JS
JSBCPB
Tampa
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Jazz Brunch! Loved the food, music and decor....especially the restrooms. 😊
C
Chocolate
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The tequila drink wasnt great but everything was 5 stars!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great meal and drinks as always! The oyster spaghetti is amazing !
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Cocktails were very good - and the food was excellent, too. We started with a few charcuterie items and then two of our party had the Bluefish which was very good. I had a delish pork dish with a red bean ragout, and the 4th person had the Oyster spaghetti. Oysters Dauphine were excellent, too. Creme brûlée was excellent and Baked Alaska for two was an excellent presentation and excellent although it had a little too much going on with the clove, coffee ice cream and orange sorbet. The price was accessible and creativity in the kitchen contributed. Only issues were that it was loud and our server could not be heard.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our server, Kristen, was wonderful and offered solid recommendations. The food was excellent and we will definitely come back. The chicken bonne femme was delicious!
JC
JordyC
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service all around. Excellent service from all team members
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
Service and food was very disappointing.
DC
DCNewbie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Duck stuffed quail = to die for. Cocktails excellent. Service top tier.
WP
WilliamP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
This was our second experience at Dauphine's. The first was a family (all adult) outing for my birthday in February. Love the food, especially the oysters. Service is outstanding. We live over 200 miles away but when we visit D.C. we try to get to Dauphine's.
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Damian
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was an amazing mix of cozy atmosphere, excellent service and scrumptious food!
JJ
JJ113
Washington DC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved Dauphine’s! The service was great and the food was amazing. The ambiance and design of the restaurant felt like you were in NOLA. The oysters were fresh, the bread was out of this world. Highly recommend the tomato salad and the soft shell crab. We loved the wine the sommelier recommended after telling him about another wine we love. Great experience and would definitely go back!
TK
TomK
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, great menu, and fantastic food. Don't think twice about it.
CB
CamilB
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome place, great service, delicious food!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Outstanding! Food was divine, and the ambience was lovely. Definitely plan to return.
J
Jillian
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner at Dauphine’s never disappoints. We first tried Dauphine’s during restaurant week and have since returned twice. Everything about this restaurant is a delight. The Fried Hog's Head Cheese and Mirliton & Pig Ear Salad are our favorite ways to begin, Chicken Bonne Femme is like no other chicken I’ve ever had, and the Lemon Ice Box could possibly be my favorite dessert. 1000% recommend!
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Shayf
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The food was good and our server Alex was excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
Menu was exciting, but the actual dishes were a tad disappointing.
DP
DavidP
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Nice higher-end afterwork bar. Drink selection was good. Staff friendly. Seafood was fresh. Sauces in which they were served were fine, but not up to the quality of the seafood itself.
KK
KellyK
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience4
Need to improve their entree
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and cocktails at Dauphine’s were both excellent. The service was generally good, though our waiter was a little gruff. I would definitely dine there again and bring more friends!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service
OT
OpenTable Diner
Richmond
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing!! The steak and collard greens were amazing!!
NH
NeloH
New Orleans
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service rivaled only by the quality of food.
S
Sofloz
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Amazing eggs benedict and sweet potato french toast
m
maxinek
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. As a native New Orleanian, I can attest that this is the real deal.
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dc4diningout
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Wonderful! We were seated outside; the piped music could have been a little softer, and the lighting could have been a little brighter. But the food and service are top notch. Highly recommend.
c
clairem
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
LOVE Dauphine’s!!!!
KF
KarinaF
Washington DC
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious. While checking out the menu, we had the bread service. 3 types of bread with the butter and pepper jam. It was a very good start of the evening. For starters, we had he pig ear salad and the pommes souffle. The salad was very fresh and the pommes souffle was delicious. For dinner, the Cochon and the Roasted Chicken. Both dishes were perfectly cooked and flavorful. Ended the night with Strawberry Shortcake and Lemon Ice Box. They were delicious. My husband enjoyed their wine selection. We will definitely be back. In addition to great food, the service was excellent.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Dauphine’s is rated 4.6 stars by 787 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

Jun 30, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 58 times today

1100 15th St NW Washington, DC 20005-1707

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
15th and L St NW Washington, DC
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Garage parking is available at Midtown Center, 1100 15th St NW. The entrance is at L St between 15th & 16th St located on the left side. Additional garages are available within walking distance as well as metered street parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Kristen Essig
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.dauphinesdc.com/
Phone number
(202) 758-3785

Dauphine’s

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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Popular dishes

Oysters Spaghetti

Oysters Dauphine

BBQ Shrimp

Menu

What 787 people are saying

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