Lincoln - DC

Lincoln - DC reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Jeanette

   Hawaii3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Better to go for happy hour cheaper eats and cocktails restaurants average for the price
   

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   Sydney VIP

   St. Louis15 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   They have a brunch menu, but at 1:30, the chef responsible for preparing the eggs Benedict wasn’t available 🤨. It was VERY quiet, which perhaps predicated the absence from the kitchen. All the food was okay, but nothing stood out: broccolini scramble (plain), brussels sprouts (needed acid), and “jumbo” crab deviled eggs (only a sprinkle of crab). The truffle curl in the chicken corn chowder was the most exciting moment of the meal. Nevertheless, the service was warm, the restaurant had maintained its style and beauty since I last visited years ago. I assume it’s still a staple for happy hour and will keep this place on my list of after-work havens.
   

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   audrey

   Central Texas3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Don’t think it was worth the Easter meal being $72 a person. It was mediocre food but wasn’t too terrible.
   

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   Jocelyn

   Washington DC1 review

   4.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Nice brunch. Moses, our server, was super nice and friendly. Thanks!
   

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   Lindsey VIP

   Washington DC3 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on April 13, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   From the food to the service, my brunch at Lincoln was thoroughly disappointing - perhaps foreshadowed by the fact that I got a weekend reservation with just 15 minutes’ notice. We were seated promptly, but it took over 10 minutes to be greeted, and another 10 before our order was taken. Despite several attempts to flag him down, our server stood idly against the wall, ignoring us. Other diners nearby eventually got up and left due to similar delays. Our table ordered 4 drinks, 3 entrees, and an appetizer. When I asked to sub one side for another, the server initially said it would be an upcharge, then changed his mind after I pointed out both were listed at the same price. It's unclear whether he actually checked. Our drinks didn’t arrive until after the food, despite other tables getting theirs promptly from a different server. One juice came mislabeled; when we sent it back, the server claimed the first one was correct and said he knew because “he tasted it.” Whether he brought the same glass back after sipping it is still a mystery. No one drank it. The food runner didn’t speak English, which wouldn’t have been an issue if our server had been present to assist. Instead, she held the plates high, asking who got what in a language we couldn’t understand. The food was bad. Grits were coarse stone-ground, without warning on the menu. Shrimp tasted boiled and unseasoned. The steak was 25% gristle, served without a steak knife—probably because they knew it wasn’t quality. Also, it should’ve been “Steak & Egg,” since only one egg was served. The sautéed spinach was tasty, as was my Bloody Mary (though the huge celery stalk made it hard to drink). To top it off, the server checked his tip in front of me - something I’d never do when I worked in restaurants. Rude and unprofessional. Save your time and money - there are far better brunch spots in D.C.
   

   Lincoln - DCResponded on April 14, 2025

   Hey Lindsey, We're truly sorry to hear about your brunch experience at Lincoln - DC. Your feedback regarding the service and food is concerning and not indicative of the standards we strive for. We regret that you had to wait for long periods and that the quality of our dishes did not meet your expectations. We will definitely address these issues with our team. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better experience. Best regards, The Management Team
   

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   Brandon

   Washington DC1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 13, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It is always a great time when I have brunch at Lincoln. My server Brandy is top tier when it comes to customer service always tentative when we have questions about the menu and drinks. My party will be back in for the great food and good vibes.
   

   Lincoln - DCResponded on April 14, 2025

   Thanks for the feedback, Brandon! We're thrilled to hear that you always have a great time at Lincoln - DC. Your kind words about our food and atmosphere truly made our day. We're glad to know that our team has provided you with excellent service. We're looking forward to welcoming you back for another memorable brunch experience. Cheers!
   

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   Heather

   San Francisco4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   The waiter was kind and quickly took our order. The food was absolutely delicious and came out in a timely manner. It took a little while to get our check. I would recommend leaving yourself at least an hour to eat. I highly recommend!
   

   Lincoln - DCResponded on April 10, 2025

   Hey Heather, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found the service quick and efficient. We're always here to make your dining experience enjoyable, and it sounds like we hit the mark with you. We apologize for the longer wait time on your end, we'll definitely work on improving that. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're glad to hear that you'd recommend us to others. We can't wait to welcome you back soon! Appreciatively, The Lincoln Team
   

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   Rashad

   Washington DC7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 6, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was just ok but the service--and more specifically the bartender--was excellent. Tabitha (I think that was her name) mentioned that it was her first day, but nothing about her service and level of attentiveness, felt new or inexperienced. She made sure our drinks were filled, she had great conversation. My wife and I enjoyed our experience, and even though we would have liked the food to have been a bit better, we are more than willing to come back and try again.
   

   Lincoln - DCResponded on April 7, 2025

   Thanks for the feedback, Rashad! We're thrilled to hear that you and your wife had a great experience at Lincoln - DC. It's fantastic to know that our service and conversation stood out for you. We're sorry to hear that you found our food to be just ok, and we appreciate your honesty. We strive to provide the best experience for our guests and your feedback helps us do just that. We look forward to serving you again soon!
   

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   Michele

   New York City1 review

   4.0

   Dined on April 5, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The food was good, especially the biscuits, the Sheehy Ricky was excellent, and the service was exceptional! Moses was a gem!
   

   Lincoln - DCResponded on April 7, 2025

   Hello Michele, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our biscuits, Sheehy Ricky, and found our service to be exceptional. We strive to provide a memorable dining experience for all our guests, and it's great to know we hit the mark with you. We look forward to welcoming you back to Lincoln - DC soon! Best regards, The Management Team
   

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    Susan VIP

    Washington DC11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3

    The service here was great in a way — our server was extremely friendly and helpful. However, the place felt understaffed. And the food was ok but not as good as the price would indicate. Overall just a so so experience. Not sure I would be interested in returning.
    

    Lincoln - DCResponded on April 7, 2025

    Thanks for the review, Susan! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our service and found our server to be friendly and helpful. However, we're sorry to hear that you felt understaffed and that the food did not meet your expectations. We strive to provide the best experience for our guests, and your feedback is valuable to us. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better experience. Regards, Lincoln - DC Management Team.
    

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