Mallard

Name: Mallard
Address: 1337 14th St NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20005-3610
Telephone: (202) 567-2650
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9 (177)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

1337 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005-3610

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2 people

Jun 15, 2025

8:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

Innovative
Neighborhood gem
Charming

At Mallard, Chef Johnson will apply classic and global techniques to the culinary traditions of the south while incorporating the best local and regional ingredients available. Undergirding it all will be a sense of hospitality rooted in Johnson’s memories of the family table.

Mallard’s menu will range from Chef Johnson’s take on classics like Shrimp and Grits with Smoked Pork, Piquillo Peppers, and Tabasco-Shellfish Nage and Wild-Caught Blue Catfish with Poached Oysters, Summer Corn, and Smoked Trout Roe to new creations like Seared Sea Scallops with Cracklin’ Cornbread, Charred Peaches and Dandelion Greens and Crisp Berkshire Pork Trotters with Ramp Chow Chow, Sunny-Side-Up Egg, and Edisto Island Grits. Dessert options include Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Rhubarb and Almond Shortbread and Banana Puddin’ with Cracker Jacks and Nilla Wafers.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:45 pm
Phone number
(202) 567-2650
Website
http://www.mallarddc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Hamilton Johnson

Location
1337 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005-3610
Neighborhood
Logan Circle
Cross street
14th Street NW and Rhode Island Ave NW
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 177 people are saying

Mallard reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

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District of Columbia
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mallard delights diners with "seriously talented" cuisine, offering a Southern-inspired menu that features standout dishes like duck wings, shrimp and grits, and creative desserts such as "coffee and cigarettes." Guests rave about the "amazing food," "wonderful service," and "unique ambience." It's a must-visit for a "1000/10" dining experience in DC.

177 Reviews

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francesca
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came to Mallard for a dinner with friends from PA and VA to celebrate a wedding with friends. The food, service, drinks and ambiance were absolutely AMAZING! We can’t stop talking about our experience last night and can’t wait to be back! Definitely check out Mallard if you have the chance!!
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Marco VIP
Washington, D.C. Area112 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The effort that was made by the manager and waitress to accommodate my garlic allergy is greatly appreciated. Wonderful appetizers and dessert!!!!
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David
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and great service in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Southern Fusion at its finest! Save room for the "Coffee and Cigarettes" dessert.
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Lauren VIP
Denver / Colorado2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service was incredible from start to finish! It's very cozy inside, and the acoustics and ambience are perfect. I would return for sure, and I recommend the Pennsylvania Peking Duck dish especially.
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Tom VIP
Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
On point as always. Food is a knock-out. Seriously talented chef. New pork chop is fantastic... although I do hope the carpetbagger steak (steak with fried oysters on top) returns to the menu! Great service and the beer list menu upstairs is the best I've seen in the city (along with The Sovereign, which belongs to the same restaurant group). This place really has something going and I 100000% recommend it.
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Gary
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience at Mallard. Love the Southern touch to the dishes. Krystal was our server and she was so great! She recommended and guided us through drinks, apps and entrees. What a treat to find this restaurant while in DC. Definitely will come back on our next visit. My husband order the trout and I had the duck. Both delicious entrees. Do not miss the fried oysters.
MallardResponded on May 31, 2025
Thank you so much!
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Casey VIP
Greater Boston6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mallard is the kind of restaurant that sneaks up on you—in the best way possible. You come in expecting a solid meal, but you leave wondering how you’ll ever settle for anything less. Let’s start with the duck wings. Perfectly crisp, deeply flavorful, and unapologetically indulgent. The cheeseburger? A masterclass in simplicity done right—juicy, expertly seasoned, and topped just enough to enhance rather than overshadow the rich beefiness. The shrimp and grits bring the kind of Southern comfort that sticks with you, creamy yet light, with the right balance of spice and savoriness. The blue crab tartine is where things get truly exciting. Fresh, delicate crab piled onto perfectly grilled bread, a combination that manages to be both rustic and refined. And the dessert—coffee & cigarettes—might sound unconventional, but it’s downright genius, pairing smoky depth with velvety sweetness in a way that lingers on the palate long after you’ve finished. Mallard knows how to make food feel both familiar and wildly exciting. Every bite is crafted with care, every dish tells a story, and every meal leaves you planning your next visit before you even walk out the door.
MallardResponded on May 31, 2025
So glad you enjoyed everything, please come see us again soon!
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Marc VIP
Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The take on Peking Duck was outstanding, as was the soft-shell crab. Wish they had some sort of bread service if just to purchase. We really like bread with our meal.
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Damiano
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my second time here, and true to form, it was outstanding. I can't get enough of the atmosphere, and the food sends the whole experience right into the stratosphere! Amazing.
MallardResponded on May 31, 2025
Welcome back! Thank you for the kind words.
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Jason VIP
New Orleans / Louisiana8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderfully delicious food and great service. I love this place.
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Mallard is rated 4.9 stars by 177 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jun 15, 2025

8:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

1337 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005-3610

Additional information

Cross street
14th Street NW and Rhode Island Ave NW
Neighborhood
Logan Circle
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:45 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Hamilton Johnson
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mallarddc.com/
Phone number
(202) 567-2650

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