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The Monocle

4.8
4.8
1216 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
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OUTDOOR DINING
CURBSIDE TAKEOUT

For Group Reservations of seven or more call 202-546-4488 or email monocleinfo@aol.com

The Monocle is the closest restaurant to the Capitol building, United States Senate and Union Station. Established in 1960, The Monocle is not only known as a Washington institution, but also for its fine American cuisine-served by a professional and friendly team of servers. You can always count on being served great crab-cakes, grilled fresh fish, prime steaks and chops, while enjoying the powerful political scenery. The private Federal Room is a Washington classic for private parties and political fundraisers. The Wine Room is a cozy room for your intimate private birthday dinner of six to ten. Cheers!

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American, Steak, Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:45 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (202) 546-4488

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Hector Toyos

  • Private party facilities

    The Monocle was established in 1960 and is located in a historic townhouse-circa 1885. The Federal Room can accommodate 15-65, seated and 125 for standing event. The Atrium area is semi private space for the informal event, up to 36 seated and 60 for a reception. The Wine Room is a private room that can seat up to 10 for an intimate dinner.

  • Private party contact

    Catering Director: (202) 546-4488

  • Neighborhood

    Capitol Hill

  • Cross street

    First and D Street, NE, Capitol Hill

  • Parking details

    Valet Parking at lunch $7 with validation and street parking in the evening after 5:30pm. <br /><br />

  • Public transit

    Union Station (Red Line)

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,216 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • District of Columbia

    Good for business meals

  • District of Columbia

    American

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  1. BillP

    Nashville

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The liver was very good. Do not find it in many restaurants these days.
  2. BartM

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a very good dinner for our 20th anniversary.
  3. JDBphilly

    Philadelphia

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Harris was an excellent server and the food was great.
  4. CynthiaT

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our evening at The Monocle. Cute place and reasonable prices. Our waiter Joel was very sweet and attentive.
  5. Zhelun

    Austin

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The most classic restaurant in DC. It is a must for the visitors of Capitol Hill and the ultimate power lunch location. A must also for steak lovers.
  6. RajaT

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Service was fantastic. Steaks were fine. This felt like a cut from the supermarket. Frozen steak for sure. Crust was underwhelming and spicy butter used to cover the poor quality of the steak. The sides were good, but not great. Vibe is definitely congressional/old. Institutional type place. Great iconic type of place.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Short weight with a reservation. Service and food were excellent. Great menu well prepared.
  8. anneb

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience3
    Great food although the menu is very limited, the service was exceptional and the noise level was really high as it was very busy and not much there to absorb the noise. I would recommend it for a good meal and good value.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and very attentive service. All the years I've come to DC, I've never made it to this restaurant before. It was excellent
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Charming restaurant with great food! Highly recommend. Ask for Haris as your server.
  11. Brian

    New England

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The restaurant was very nice and the food was very good.
  12. DCTCA

    Washington DC

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Friendly from start to finish. Nicely varied menu, and everything was more delicious than there was any reason to expect. Prices excellent considering all that. Manager came by table, which I usually can do without, and actually made it work.
  13. ACVirginia

    Nashville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and staff are amazing. Nick and the Monocle is a DC institute.
  14. abermommy

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience4
    The restaurant is a cute old building and has lots of signed celebrity photos, so it has a nice vibe. The food was excellent, but the service was pretty poor. Our entire party sat with empty wine glasses for half the meal and we were not offered more. We were a party of young professional women and I got the feeling the server did not care to wait on us.
  15. brucek

    Washington DC

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    The steaks cocktails and service were great. Ambience clubby and wonderful Sides were a bit small so order several.
  16. ArthurH

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant for meetings on the business of government or to enjoy a great Washington experience surrounded by such meetings.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went with a group of nurses. Had a great meal with great service. Ironically we all got the crab cake and it was excellent. We all liked the drinks, bread, mea, & deserts. Would definitely come here again if we were in town.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wanted a nice dinner near Union Station. The Monocle didn’t disappoint- great location between the Capitol and Union Station, historic building, great service, Washington ambiance with politicians’ photos and political wisdom on the walls. Slick, professional service, attentive and though. Great food, without fuss. Great value. Will be coming back.
  19. Ryan

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service, quality food, great ambiance. A great American dining experience.
  20. BobB

    Washington DC

    48 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    in a very busy bar we were treated very well---got a great table--great service..
  21. number1diner

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect dining experience as always. Beautifully set table, very attentive wait staff, excellent food! Reserved for a party of 6, the entire evening was a success!
  22. JoannS

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a wonderful meal we had while we were in DC for the weekend - and within walking distance of our hotel. 0ur server was very friendly, knowledgeable and answered any questions we had. The restaurant itself was very nicely decorated - we enjoyed all the photos on the walls. If we visit the city again, we’d love to go back and would recommend to anyone visiting,
  23. BrianR

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an outstanding place to dine. Great food and drinks. Tradition! Quiet and relaxing.
  24. MarkT

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I've been going to The Monocle for decades, literally, because the atmosphere is comfortable, the food is well-prepared and the service is always outstanding. Plus, Nick always remembers my name!
  25. Karl

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was amazing. The owner very attentive. We will be back.
  26. EileenC

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always perfect and the service was amazing! A D.C. legend.
  27. Lizzy

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dining here was a delightful experience! I travel frequently and often dine solo and not everyone knows how to treat a solo diner. But here they were FANTASTIC and made me feel pampered. And the food was great! I had the crab cakes (delicious sauce!) and the crème brûlée for dessert...wonderful! The espresso martini was also delicious. 10/10, would recommend!
  28. JosephK

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter's recommendation...the evening special of halibut... was superb as was everything brought to our table.Service was impeccable
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Comfortable dood great cocktails amazing service and u never know who you will see. Exciting my so relaxing
  30. Alotofhappiness

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a wonderful way to bring my Day on the Hill to a close. Last meeting was in the Hart Building , the Monocle is right there within less than 2 blocks! I was greeted with a warm welcome , had the BEST crab salad I have ever eaten and enjoyed a lovely glass of Wine. My waiter was terrific . I will absolutely return when I am back in Washington DC. The experience was memorable:)))
  31. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Obviously an DC institution filled with all types of high level government employees. Food was good service was great and fast
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good food good service. Close to union station so really convenient.
  33. Nuahs81

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal. The staff was very friendly and helpful as well.
  34. MarciaV

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    The mignon and the special potato are delicious. Crème brûllée is the authentic!
  35. jack

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, wonderful bartender and staff and a true DC dining experience. NO CHAIN AMBIENCE HERE:-)
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant made you feel like a million dollars with their customer service. Your moment we walked in…the greeter (possibly the owner) knew my first name. He even used it when I was leaving. The servers where on top of everything and very friendly. I can now see why it is such a popular spot. It was an amazing experience. Thank you Monocle!
  37. Docbells

    Vancouver

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for lunch at the Monocle while out and about in Capitol Hill and had a great experience with our teen children. The ambience is great - with photos of politicos from both sides adorning the walls to the historic building. The food was excellent - from the salads to the fish - and the service was impeccable. They made us feel just as important as some of their more important political guests. We had some great political discussions with the kids as we were inspired when we got there. Please go and enjoy this piece of Washington history - we would go again when back!
  38. AbbyP

    West Virginia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful time at the Monocle. Daughter and I were on vacation. Great atmosphere. Food and service were fantastic. There wasn't any part of my meal that I didn't like. Wait staff was attentive and knowledgeable. Will definitely dine here again.
  39. brianboywonder

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Absolutely wonderful experience all around. Highly recommend.
  40. Sandy

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The Monocle was as accommodating as I remember. There have been a few good tweaks to the menu, but the original reliable selections remain strong as ever. Service was excellent and as attentive and professional as ever.

FAQs

The Monocle offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 546-4488.

The Monocle is rated 4.8 stars by 1216 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today
Google Map for The Monocle

107 D Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002

Additional information

  • Cross street

    First and D Street, NE, Capitol Hill

  • Neighborhood

    Capitol Hill

  • Hours of operation

    Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:45 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Steak, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Valet Parking at lunch $7 with validation and street parking in the evening after 5:30pm. <br /><br />

  • Public transit

    Union Station (Red Line)

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Hector Toyos

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (202) 546-4488

  • Private party facilities

    The Monocle was established in 1960 and is located in a historic townhouse-circa 1885. The Federal Room can accommodate 15-65, seated and 125 for standing event. The Atrium area is semi private space for the informal event, up to 36 seated and 60 for a reception. The Wine Room is a private room that can seat up to 10 for an intimate dinner.

  • Private party contact

    Catering Director: (202) 546-4488

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