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St. Anselm - DC, Washington, DC

St. Anselm - DC

4.8
4.8
3372 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Located in the Union Market neighborhood, the second outpost of Joe Carroll’s popular NYC restaurant aims to bring some of the laid back vibes of Brooklyn to Washington, DC. St. Anselm is an American tavern devoted to the pleasures of grilled meats and great ingredients simply cooked. While steak is a specialty, the creativity doesn’t stop there. Delicious food, eclectic wines (some on tap), and classic cocktails set the tone for a great experience. Paired with friendly service in an unpretentious setting adorned with quirky décor, dining at St Anselm is the total package.

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Unfortunately, this restaurant is not on the OpenTable reservation network. To see if they take reservations and have availability, please contact the restaurant directly or visit their website for more information.

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Steakhouse, American

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (202) 864-2199

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Neighborhood

    Mount Vernon

  • Cross street

    Morse Street

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Corkage Fee, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

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What 3,372 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Contemporary American

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Contemporary American

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Steak was amazing!!!! The atmosphere was electric, and the wine selection was great. Very great time, would 100% be returning!
  2. KatlynS

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    Service was great. The restaurant staff is very kind. The menu is a little repetitive. Bacon was great but the deviled eggs were lukewarm. Overall the food is just not that special. Also the seating is uncomfortable…. I’m not a large human and the chairs are tiny, definitely doesn’t encourage wanting to hang out.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    I booked this reservation to celebrate my birthday with friends. Service and food were great. I didn’t know how casual/rugged the decor would be, but we made it work.
  4. NJNJ

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    After a food delivery accident at our table that led to staggered serving of our dinner items and required reheating of a $190 steak, management offered no compensation. A small gesture such as complimentary glasses of wine or side dishes would have been enough. Given the price point, this is not too much to ask. We all left the place feeling dissed.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was excellent as ever! Food, service all top notch as with all the other times we’ve visited.
  6. KevinC

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Love the atmosphere; certainly a lot of energy. Initially it was hard to hear and, once again, VERY cold inside the dining area. Service was excellent.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Abbey was delightful … brought family for brunch and had a ball.
  8. CarolS

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great location, excellent service, delicious brunch — a perfect spot to begin our Easter festivities! And very attentive to the gluten allergy among us.
  9. mbsslp

    Miami

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My son chose St Anselm looking for a great brunch and it did not disappoint. There was a great rustic vibe inside. The menu had the perfect selection for brunch. I opted for the French toast which was delicious. The oat crumble and warm fresh blueberries were perfect. My son had the New York strip. It was prepared medium rare. He finished 3/4 and left a portion to bring with us for a snack on our flight home. We had the biscuits to start They were light, flaky and buttery. You must get. I wish i had gotten two orders to bring home. My friends son joined us and he got the chicken sandwich. Needless to say he polished that off. Definitely check this one out. It’s also right near Union Market. Next time I’ll have to come back so I can meander the neighborhood.
  10. DupontEater

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    A reliable brunch spot that always has delicious eggs, potatoes, biscuits, and other breakfast favorites. It's definitely on the pricey side though and there are charges tacked on for small things that add up.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Last day of a family mini vacation. The attention was excellent and the foos divine.
  12. stephaniec

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our birthday dinner was delicious! Loved the appetizers - especially the liver mousse. The prawn and steak were perfect! Carrot cake was yummy! Overall, the service, food and drinks were great!
  13. SSDC

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Ambiance was great but food was "meh" and definitely not worth the price tag.
  14. LesF

    Atlanta Metro

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience. I would counsel you to investigate the wine list before you go and discuss some options with the sommelier.
  15. ChiFD

    Chicago

    137 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    137 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Our waiter Guido and the sommelier were friendly, helpful and very professional Great place!
  16. EthanR

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It’s just an incredible restaurant. The steaks are amazing. Just eat here you won’t regret it.
  17. MatthewS

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Obsessed with this place. Everything is amazing every time
  18. Nick

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    I went for brunch and wasn't to fond of the small menu. My favorite was the salad and deviled eggs. I will need to return another time to get the full dinner experience.
  19. Annette

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Friendly, attentive staff made for an outstanding brunch experience.
  20. JasonS

    Richmond

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Ruth Chris prices, 1/4 the quality. Service started off good, then server got overwhelmed with too many tables - from an attentive beginning to slow service. We had the biscuits, Salmon Collar and steaks. Biscuits were good, Pimento spread was amazing. Salmon Collar was good. Steaks were all sub par - we had Ribeye, strip, and the Butcher's Steak - they were all just okay at best - one bottle of wine ($64) and 2 drinks later - $400 was more than the experience that we received.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Visited St. Anslem tonight and everything from the host stand to the food was amazing. This restaurant is truly a gem, and you should definitely consider going if you are reading this review. We had a reservation for 5:00pm, and were sat immediately. We were greeted by our server within 3 minutes. Our server was amazing, she explained the menu so that we did not have a lot of follow up questions. Drinks were nicely made and balanced. The food the food the food was top notch and cooked to perfection. The food also didn't take long to come to our table. The ambiance is nice and relaxed. The restaurant allows you to be relaxed and not dress up, while still enjoying 5 star food. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a nice steak and even more. I typically do not give 5 star reviews but St. Anslem deserves nothing less.
  22. SavM

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved this place for brunch! The service was really fantastic and the food was too. Get the monkey bread and biscuits with pimento cheese. The avocado toast is a bit small for a meal, but the breakfast sandwich is good sized and delicious. They don’t give you the dessert menu with the brunch menu but just know they do have ice cream cake and it’s GOOD!
  23. HannahS

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing steaks and sides and even better service! Our waitress and the Sommelier who helped us choose our wine were both amazing and extremely knowledgable and helpful!
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and overall experience. Everything was delicious. My NY strip was cooked perfectly, as was the other steak at our table. Biscuits were great. Bacon was tasty, and we enjoyed dessert, too. Service was also perfect.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great! Great food and service we loved it all
  26. NastassiaG

    Atlantic City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was really delicious and waiter recommended great cocktail. Will go again
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best biscuits in town and the private booths are a nice touch.
  28. LKathleen

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place! Small menu but so many good choices!:) Teddy would LOVE this place!;)
  29. Jenn

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great! Steak was cooked perfectly and they have the best Brussel sprouts!
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Food was pretty mid aside from the biscuits which were delicious. Pit Beef sandwich was seasoned well but very dry. The house old fashioned tasted good but using small ice cubes in an old fashioned felt cheap for a $17 cocktail IMO. Maybe dinner is better but I’d only go if you’re craving their baked goods.
  31. SusanR

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    I love St Anselm and have dined there often . On the plus side—the service is excellent, but serving cocktails in a thimble size glass is not classy. Our server was nice enough to upgrade second round of Cosmopolitans to a slightly larger glass. But seriously, a cosmo should be served in a real martini glass. Period. And for the prices charged, the steaks should be flavorful and tender. Mine was neither. There are many other DC restaurants that serve a superior steak. I’ll be back for the ice cream cake but not rushing next visit.
  32. BarbaraQ

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My experience has always been great when dine at this restaurant.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Great drinks and food came out fast, but we were seated in an overflow room with folding chairs that weren’t comfortable. It was very intimate with wedding party. It should be reserved for private parties. No atmosphere of the restaurant.
  34. ChrisA

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service & Food was amazing- great atmosphere there!
  35. JasonP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience5
    The food and the service were both top tier. My two criticisms are: 1) the outdoor chairs are very uncomfortable; and 2) I ordered an expensive glass of cabernet and received and the it was a stingy pour (well below the wide midsection of the glass). That left a negative impression.
  36. EmilyS

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Service was off and slow, steak was undercooked. After being there 5+ you grow to expect a certain consistency and they didn’t meet it that time. Every other time I’ve been there it’s been 5 stars.
  37. Customer

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience5
    I made an appointment through opentable, nice service; however, the seating available online was limited to just outside seating, but upon arrival there were several tables open and clearing. They sat us as the chef’s table where it wasn’t conducive for a large person party… The seating there blocked the staff from getting in and out of the kitchen and made for an uncomfortable experience.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    While I love trying as many restaurants as I can in DC, I keep finding myself coming back to St. Anselm. Must haves- biscuits, pork chop.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    71 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Mica was a great server — loved the food ! Nice help with the wine as well.
  40. RichardM

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Biscuits were as good as mentioned. Farmer's steak, delish as were the cocktails.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Contactless payment available

FAQs

St. Anselm - DC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 864-2199.

St. Anselm - DC is rated 4.8 stars by 3372 OpenTable diners.

St. Anselm - DC does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Not bookable

Unfortunately, this restaurant is not on the OpenTable reservation network. To see if they take reservations and have availability, please contact the restaurant directly or visit their website for more information.

Google Map for St. Anselm - DC

Washington, DC 20002

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Morse Street

  • Neighborhood

    Mount Vernon

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Steakhouse, American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Corkage Fee, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

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