Ted’s Bulletin - Capitol Hill

Name: Ted’s Bulletin - Capitol Hill
Address: 505 8th Street, SE, Washington, DC, United States, 20003
Telephone: (202) 544-8337
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (997)

$30 and under

American

505 8th Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Great for brunch
Charming

Welcome to Ted’s. Your go-to place to savor The Every Day. We are a neighborhood eatery, taking a creative and contemporary approach to classic American dishes and cocktails. Open daily for all-day breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks. Voted “Best Hangover Breakfast” and “Best Kid-Friendly Restaurant” by readers of Washington City Paper (in the same year), Ted’s Bulletin is truly a restaurant for all seasons.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Breakfast
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 544-8337
Website
https://www.tedsbulletin.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
No matter the occasion, we are here to help you savor The Every Day. From our breakfast favorites to hot and cold lunches or dinner entrées, our general catering menu is available for pickup and delivery. Visit our website to explore catering to make your next special event or workplace celebration, a hit.<br /><br />https://www.tedsbulletin.com/catering/
Delivery & takeout
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Location
505 8th Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003
Neighborhood
Capitol Hill
Parking details
Eastern Market (Blue and Orange lines)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Taste the Summer Catch at Ted’s Bulletin!
Multiple dates available
Celebrate summer in the most delicious way with Ted’s Bulletin’s Lobster Fare Menu, packed with fresh, coastal favorites like the Maine-style Lobster Roll, rich Lobster Bisque, and comforting Lobster Mac & Cheese. Sip on sunshine with our refreshing Matcha Colada or Peach Tea cocktails. Don’t forget to treat yourself to sweet seasonal desserts like Strawberry Shortcake and Mixed Berry Pie—here for a limited time only!
Father’s Day Fun Starts at Ted’s!
Jun 10, 2025 - Jun 15, 2025
Treat Dad to an unforgettable Father’s Day at Ted’s Bulletin. From our All-American Burger and savory Steak Frites to the flavorful Cajun Filet, there’s something to satisfy every appetite. Pair your meal with brunch cocktails or a classic Ted’s Tart for the perfect celebration. Reserve your table today!

What 997 people are saying

Ted’s Bulletin - Capitol Hill 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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Kid-friendly
District of Columbia
Great for brunch
District of Columbia
Kid-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ted's Bulletin - Capitol Hill is a neighborhood favorite known for its "home cooked meal-like culinary experience" and "great decor and ambiance." Guests rave about the "amazing" pop tarts and "excellent" breakfast options. Service is often highlighted as "outstanding," with staff praised for their friendliness and attentiveness.

997 Reviews

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Kathryn
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a great neighborhood restaurant. The food is outstanding and service great. It has a great vibe and is definitely on our repeat list.
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Michael
Miami - Dade3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful home cooked meal like culinary experience with vintage film decor. A great treat!
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John VIP
Washington, D.C. Area30 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Ted’s bulletin never ceases to please. It was a hectic day because it had been raining and they just opened up the outside to seat us. Our server was wonderful and kind, it’s just that the place got super busy and things were slower on the delivery than on the cooking. I’d still go back, of course!
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Chuck
Virginia4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, the food was exceptional the service without standing, and I can’t say enough. The pop tarts at Ted’s are absolutely outstanding couldn’t be better.
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Mike VIP
Washington, D.C. Area19 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service. Great recommendation. Quality meal!
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Jim VIP
Central Texas28 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
THE place for breakfast in the DMV. Great decor and ambiance.
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Angela
Baltimore / Maryland3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Group of 5 grabbing a meal before an event at the Capital Turnaround. Sydney was an awesome server and got us in and out with plenty of time to spare. They were really helpful working with one diner's gluten issues, making sure she was able to enjoy the experience also.
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Michele VIP
Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Food and drinks both terrible. This place has gone downhill since our last visit several years ago.
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Keely
Washington, D.C. Area13 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friends and I try to meet for brunch every few Months and have been wanting to hit Ted’s Bulletin. We were sat outside and it was gorgeous weather for it! Our waiter (Mike or Kevin?) was great and attentive. One got a chicken Caesar salad and another got the Cobb salad with shrimp. I enjoyed the Farmer’s Scramble with a side of bacon and another friend enjoyed the Big Mark breakfast. All food was delicious and we had a great time!
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Ed VIP
Washington, D.C. Area31 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 7, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
I have been to Ted's Bulletin many times - it is a neighborhood favorite. Until today. The service was astoundingly bad. The waitperson took our drink order and vanished for a full 30 minutes. After we got our drinks and ordered lunch, the waitperson vanished for another 30 minutes. Finally another waitperson appeared and took our food order again- no explanation. I did not expect to wait about an hour to get started on food during lunch. There were only three other tables in the dining room and it was 1:15pm on a weekday! The food was fine and what we expected, but we should have at least been offered a cookie or something for our patience. To top it all off, as we were leaving I wanted to buy some pastries to take home. Though I made eye contact with THREE different staff as I waited by the case, nobody made a move to help for a very long 3 minutes. I was wondering if I was invisible or something. Ted's Bulletin slipped a few notches down today on our list of places to take friends from out of town. Has ownership changed or something?
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FAQs

Ted’s Bulletin - Capitol Hill offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Ted’s Bulletin - Capitol Hill also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 544-8337.

Ted’s Bulletin - Capitol Hill is rated 4.6 stars by 997 OpenTable diners.

Ted’s Bulletin - Capitol Hill 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.