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Provost, Washington, DC

Provost

4.5 (115)
$30 and under
American
2129 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20018

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Great for creative cocktails
Provost is a laid back, American style restaurant with soul food roots serving organic fare in a gorgeous setting. We believe in healthy food, good times, and great service. Join us for brunch, dinner, or drinks.

Our rooftop is now open for dining.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Soul food
  • Hours of operation
    Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Dinner Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Offers

  • All Day Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Fri - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Sat - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Happy Hour at Provost is a delightful experience where you can unwind and enjoy a selection of handcrafted cocktails at a special price. Our happy hour runs all day, every day, allowing you to savor these delicious drinks at your convenience. Indulge in our signature cocktails such as the Margaritalian, El Presidente, Paloma, Lemon Drop, and Gimlet, each expertly crafted to tantalize your taste buds. If you're feeling adventurous, try our Dulce Vida Flight featuring Lime, Pineapple Jalapeño, and Grapefruit margaritas.

  • Open Mic

    Multiple dates available
    Sat - 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Every First Saturday of the month, Embark on a journey of creativity and expression at Provost's Open Mic event, held every first Saturday from 5 to 8 pm. Hosted by the talented wordsmith, Nerd the Poet, this evening promises to be a celebration of art, talent, and community. Indulge in a diverse range of performances, from poetry readings to musical acts, comedy sketches, and everything in between. Nerd the Poet's warm hosting style ensures a welcoming environment where every artist feels valued and appreciated. Mark your calendars for the first Saturday of the month and join us at Provost for an unforgettable evening of artistic exploration and community camaraderie. Let your voice be heard, your talent shine, and your spirit soar at the Open Mic hosted by Nerd the Poet.

  • Weekender Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Step into the weekend with our exclusive "Weekender" Happy Hour at Provost, where the fun begins from 5 to 7 pm every Saturday and Sunday. Join us for a limited time to enjoy our signature drinks at a special price, crafted to elevate your weekend experience.

What 115 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • District of Columbia

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Provost offers a "delightful brunch experience" with fresh, tasty dishes and a cozy atmosphere. Guests praise the "wonderful food" and "top notch service." The intimate setting is perfect for gatherings, with unique card games and a diverse menu including vegetarian options. A "gem" for both brunch and intimate dinners.

115 Reviews
  1. Paul VIP

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another awesome experience, every time we’ve come to Provost, it is a fantastic time, wonderful food, lovely and amazing people there, we love Provost! We always leave feeling good, they care about people and the food they prepare, no matter what we’ve ordered, is always outstanding, so good tasting, fresh, the whole experience is absolutely fantastic, we will, of course, be back!

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  2. Renea

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely a gem. I enjoyed my Mother’s Day. Nina and her family were very attentive.

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  3. Shawn

    Washington DC2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The restaurant is smaller than we thought, we had reservations, but still they were going to sit us on the rooftop deck, which would have been fine but they only had one umbrella and the sun was beaming directly on us. So they then moved us downstairs and we were a party of 5 and the space was cramped. That wouldn't have been the worst, but then our food came out sporadically and not all together, mine came so late that I ended up immediately boxing it. To top it off 3 of us had strawberry lemonade and it was not good, to the point that we had them taken off the receipt. We are rooting for them to do better and make it, but sadly we won't be back anytime soon.

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  4. Emanuel VIP

    Austin39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to go to. Cozy inside. The BEST food ever!!!! Parking is minimal outside but once you get inside, you won’t be disappointed. Top notch service and food.

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  5. Charles

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went with a friend and will be back it was fun food was great

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  6. Jenna VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Definitely order the fish early as it’s a whole fish that takes a bit to cook.

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  7. Kathleen VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food! Plenty of options for vegetarians. All five in the party were pleased with their meal. Very welcoming vibe. All the staff were friendly and seemed to enjoy working at Provost. If in the area again, would return for a meal.

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  8. Mesi VIP

    Washington DC33 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed our first time at Provost. The server was very attentive and the food very tasty. We will be back for sure.

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  9. Jacqueline VIP

    Washington DC16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Provost is a delightful brunch experience. The pancakes were lovely and everything is fresh, freshly made and makes for a light, but filling brunch. I love the warmth, the laid-back vibe and delicious food.

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  10. Sharika VIP

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Get the grilled stuffed snapper! It’s amazing! Best I’ve ever had!

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FAQs

Provost is rated 4.5 stars by 115 OpenTable diners.

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  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Brookland / Brentwood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for Provost

2129 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20018

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Brookland / Brentwood
  • Hours of operation
    Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Dinner Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Soul food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
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