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Gatsby, Washington, DC
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Gatsby

4.3
4.3
638 Reviews
$30 and under
American
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Gatsby is a reimagined American diner by KNEAD Hospitality + Design in collaboration with Mah-Ze-Dahr Bakery. With favorites like the famous monte cristo sandwich, fried chicken or today's blue plate special, Gatsby brings you back to the days of the diner, but from a fresh perspective. Whether you crave breakfast at any time of day or a smashburger & a milkshake, Gatsby is the perfect place. Our desserts were created by famed NYC Bakery, Mah-Ze-Dahr, and cannot be missed! Located at the corner of Half and N Streets, directly in front of Nats Park's Centerfield Gate, and overlooking the ballpark from our second floor dining room, Gatsby is the perfect pre/post game venue from which to celebrate.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 73 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Comfort Food

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (202) 817-3005 ext. 9

  • Website

    https://www.gatsbyrestaurant.com/

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    LGBTQ+

  • Executive chef

    Kayla O'Quinn

  • Catering

    Offsite catering is available. Please contact our Events Department for details.

  • Private party facilities

    We offer a variety of ways to create an experience to remember. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, baby shower, bachelorette party, offsite luncheon, business presentation with full AV or simply a celebration to remember, we welcome you to learn more. Our private and semi-private spaces allow our guests to create cocktail reception, family style and prix-fixe menus for lunch, brunch or dinner. Our flexible spaces were designed with entertaining in mind, and we have several options to fit your personal style and budget. Our Events Department is waiting to assist you in creating an unforgettable event.

  • Location

    1201 Half St SE, Washington, DC 20003

  • Neighborhood

    Navy Yard

  • Cross street

    Half St & N St

  • Parking details

    Parking Lot available below restaurant on Van Street. Enter between M and N Streets. Various public lots available nearby as well.

  • Public transit

    Navy Yark - Ballpark (Green & Yellow)

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 638 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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  1. JG

    JamesG

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall1food1service1ambience5
    Service was extremely slow due to there being one waiter for an entire floor. Very unacceptable. Had reservations for 1:15 and wasn’t seated until 1:45.
  2. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A standing server, who not only understood glass placement, but also understood utensil placement based on Emily post. I haven’t seen that in years.
  3. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to celebrate my 30th birthday!
  4. CA

    CAdams

    Washington DC

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was super yummy, drinks were amazing and the waitress was awesome
  5. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience2
    The desserts were amazing!
  6. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent customer service.. food was amazing…. Drinks were outstanding especially the Greta’s Punch … setting beautiful/ very clean. We plan to return 😊
  7. KA

    KARA

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Food was good. 11:30am seemed too early for them for Lunch, not really ready and had to keep flagging service. Likely better when it picks up. Food was good. They were testing the fire alarm so that hurt the ambiance.
  8. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wait staff were attentive, kind, and personable. Highly recommend the cinnamon roll!
  9. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Birmingham

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    This was my first time at the Gatsby restaurant and when I tell you I had a wonderful time. I mean it. My server Q was everything. His Communication A1, Service A1, got my drink right that’s a 1000. Just understand this you need to ask for Q he will take care of you and your party. On top of that he was training Ms. Micah who I know is going to be just as excellent as Q. So my overall experience was Great.
  10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a ball and Q was an amazing server
  11. SK

    ShawnK

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely view of Nationals Park. Beautiful table settings and lighting. The service was #1
  12. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Very cute for a date night outing.
  13. VA

    VAMOM

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience3
    Food was delicious, nice variety on the menu. Service was extremely slow, took 15 minutes to get our cocktails after ordering. Very cold inside the restaurant on the first floor. We had to wait 10 minutes to be seated even thought we had reservation.
  14. SB

    ShaynaB

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience4
    Didn’t know there was a limit for how long we could be at our table, especially after I made reservations and I didn’t order bottomless anything. Every other restaurant puts a limit for when you have bottomless everything but an employee came to the table and told us we had to leave which I felt was so unprofessional. Upon making reservations or before being seated they need to inform you of that because I’m sure not coming back to Gatsby if I’m gonna be asked to leave especially when I’m still spending money.
  15. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The French toast was delish and the drinks are great. Will be back!!
  16. JH

    JillH

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    I like the concept and was expecting a higher end experience. It's a nice place, but nothing about it is especially cool or excellent.
  17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    This first time experience, was HORRIBLE!!!!!! Our glasses were dirty 3 of them had lip prints from the last person. The service was awful, our waiter had an attitude and never checked on us. The food was horrible, they ran out of what we originally went there for. It was also super loud where we sitting. It was just an awful experience!!!!!!! They're overrated.
  18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Food was below average for the price. atmosphere OK for the area Our experience was horrible when our friend left his wallet there and the person I found it took over $130 in cash and then we tried to confirm the manager. They said they are not responsible for it.
  19. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Went for my birthday brunch! Very nice decor. Food was amazing especially Greta’s punch and all American! Will come back soon
  20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Pasta dishes we’re all good. The steakhouse salad was tasty, but severely overdressed. I the service was fantastic. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable and extremely helpful. Best service I’ve had in any restaurant in ages.
  21. CB

    CourtB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Drinks and ambiance is cute!! Food was a disappointment!!
  22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Loved everything about my brunch experience!
  23. A

    Anglophile1

    Washington DC

    22 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Server was lovely and the food was good although the all American was a little unimaginative. The ambience was good but the space was a little disappointing - the photographs of the space were amazing on the website so probably contributed to an underwhelming first impression. That said, the servers were lovely and the food was good enough to return and to recommend.
  24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Nothing special about this place. Mediocre burger for $19. Calamari was good but the dipping sauce still had some lime skin in it that made it taste bitter. I wouldn’t say the food was terrible but for the price, I was expecting a little more effort. Service was above average and the waiter was nice but overall I wouldn’t think of this place twice.
  25. RS

    RebeccaS

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Nice quiet New Year’s Eve dinner. Good ok. Service excellent.
  26. JF

    JohnF

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall4food5service2ambience5
    Wish I knew about the automatic 20% gratuity for a party of 6. Inadvertently added a tip turning out to be about 35% for only Fair service.
  27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall2food2service3ambience5
    Spinach and artichoke dip was awful. Seemed stale and didn’t have much flavor. Gf’s fries were cold, even when we asked for a fresh plate of fries, it still didn’t taste good. I had the spaghetti and meatballs which was okay. Didn’t try the drinks but we won’t be coming back to try them.
  28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was incredible
  29. T

    Toby75

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food great service
  30. JM

    JuliM

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our experience was fantastic! We chose this place because it was close to the Enchant Christmas light display and it looked like a great place to go! Our service was outstanding and the food was great.
  31. S

    Suede

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    I think this place needs some polishing up. Probably gets a bit of a pass as one block from baseball stadium. But service needs to be crisper (no mumbling) and food needs to be sharper (don’t overdress salad, deepfry lemons, over cook chicken etc).
  32. JA

    JaredA

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, Gatsby was amazing. Got a chai White Russian to drink — 5 stars. Got the meatloaf as well, what I always get when I’m there. 5 stars.
  33. FT

    Food4Thought

    Washington DC

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Made a reservation as we were in the area for the Christmas Lights at the Stadium. We were seated at a table that was very cold as the inner door was broken and every time the outer door opened the whole restaurant filled with a cold wind and it blew into our table. We ordered the chicken pot pie and the seafood linguine - the pot pie was amazing - their was not a big enough portion of pasta for the price.
  34. RB

    RickB

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2022

    overall5food4service3ambience4
    Overall, the experience was nice. We sat at the bar. We were a little disappointed in our martini’s and the slow down in speed of service after order an app waiting for a team member to take our main course order.
  35. PP

    PennyP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As soon as you walk in through the doors you are greeted by wonderful host/hostess. The food is amazing and the wait staff are all professional and courteous. The bartenders are knowledgeable mixologists and make the experience enjoyable. Highly Recommend.
  36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall3food2service4ambience5
    Great atmosphere, drinks were good , food was lackluster to say the best ! Saving grace was the unlimited drinks !
  37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated my graduation and enjoyed the happy hour pitcher ($35) which was plenty for me and my other guest! We had the smash burger deviled eggs and wings. Everything was yummy and priced well HH is from 11:30am-6pm. Check them out!!!!
  38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We had a good time, and we plan on going back. The Chicken Pot Pie was good, but the Greta’s Punch was even better.
  39. NF

    NolaFan

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2022

    overall4food3service3ambience5
    Food was disappointing for the price. Monte Christo was good. The burger was not as good as Swizzler for less money.
  40. AN

    AshNikii

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    They were out of everything we wanted, wings, fish and chips, steak dinner, chicken pot pie and chein blanc. My boyfriend enjoyed the burger he ended up ordering, but everything else was just ok. We had to go get our waiter after 20 minutes of no service and they people next to us complained as well. Overall, it was an OK experience.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables

  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Gatsby using the Order Online button. Gatsby also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 817-3005 ext. 9.

Gatsby is rated 4.3 stars by 638 OpenTable diners.

Gatsby does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 73 times today
Google Map for Gatsby

1201 Half St SE, Washington, DC 20003

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Half St & N St

  • Neighborhood

    Navy Yard

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Comfort Food

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Parking Lot available below restaurant on Van Street. Enter between M and N Streets. Various public lots available nearby as well.

  • Public transit

    Navy Yark - Ballpark (Green & Yellow)

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    LGBTQ+

  • Executive chef

    Kayla O'Quinn

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Website

    https://www.gatsbyrestaurant.com/

  • Phone number

    (202) 817-3005 ext. 9

  • Catering

    Offsite catering is available. Please contact our Events Department for details.

  • Private party facilities

    We offer a variety of ways to create an experience to remember. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, baby shower, bachelorette party, offsite luncheon, business presentation with full AV or simply a celebration to remember, we welcome you to learn more. Our private and semi-private spaces allow our guests to create cocktail reception, family style and prix-fixe menus for lunch, brunch or dinner. Our flexible spaces were designed with entertaining in mind, and we have several options to fit your personal style and budget. Our Events Department is waiting to assist you in creating an unforgettable event.

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