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The Pembroke, Washington, DC

The Pembroke

4.6
4.6
1391 Reviews
$31 to $50
Global, International
Situated in the bustling heart of Dupont Circle is The Pembroke, a sophisticated dining destination. Featuring contemporary American fare with global influences, The Washington Post’s food critic Tom Sietsema described the experience as “cut from a different cloth." The Pembroke’s stunning design by Martin Brudnizki features plush velvet coral-toned banquettes around glossy marble tables, cream-paneled walls with playful artwork, and boasts panoramic views of the neighborhood, while a seasonal terrace offers al fresco dining from spring to fall. The marble-topped bar is a bright and airy nod to cocktail bars of the 1950s and features classic drinks with a twist and a selection of fine wines. Reserve your table today to see how “The Pembroke makes Dupont Circle a destination again.”

Make a reservation

2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 62 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Global, International, Contemporary American, Vegetarian

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–9:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (202) 448-4302

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive chef

    Michael Sammour

  • Private party facilities

    For large parties (7+) and semi-private events, please email Dupont_Sales@Doylecollection.com.

  • Private party contact

    The Pembroke Managers: (877) 918-6220

  • Neighborhood

    Dupont Circle

  • Cross street

    19th and Dupont Circle

  • Parking details

    Valet parking is located at 1500 New Hampshire Ave NW (Dupont Circle hotel driveway)

  • Public transit

    The Pembroke is conveniently located two blocks from the Dupont Circle Red Line metro station. When exiting the station, please proceed through the Q street exit. At the top of the station's escalator, turn right. Walk east down Q street two blocks and the restaurant will be on your right on 19 street.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,391 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. KerrieM

    London

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Mercedes was an excellent and attentive server. She made our dinner great.
  2. SarahR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service1ambience5
    Beautiful location. Excellent food choices. Our service was poor but they apologized and were accommodating to their delay.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brunch was amazing and the service was amazing. From the host to our servicer…. 10/10. I will be back I hope not to be disappointed
  4. GiftyO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing. I was late to my reservation but I called ahead and I was still about to be seated and dined. Our server too was amazing I forgot her name but it was a 10/10 experience for me
  5. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was a good time would definitely go back went for my bf birthday
  6. MaryD

    London

    27 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Good place for conversation as the acoustics were accommodating which is not always the case. Nice wine list though scepter for Pinot selections 👎
  7. gitClaus

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    While the food here was delicious, the best parts were the service and the ambience. We’ll definitely be back any chance we get!
  8. KathyL

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was great. Better than expected. Will return in future.
  9. MichelleF

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great decor and ambience. Food was very good! Impressed by the presentation. The bar next door seemed to be a great spot for a cocktail as well. Didn't stop in for drinks but walked through and it was vibrant for a Tuesday night! Will definitely go again!
  10. NicholasS

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great menu and food. Pleasant and light space. Superb and accommodating service. Reasonable noise level. All in all, a most enjoyable lunch. Not inexpensive, but worth it. Expect to return again soon.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food1service1ambience3
    We arrived a little early. They said they would text us, instead they totally forgot about us. Service was slow and inattentive. I ordered the eggs Benedict, the egg was ice cold and tasted like vinegar. The potato on which it was served was also cold. My husbands omelette was piping hot but his potato was cold as well, the English muffin wasn’t toasted. Took forever to get our check. I don’t recommend, didn’t match up to the hype.
  12. Senga

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Pembroke was such a great experience. Great service, great food, great ambiance. Food and drinks a little pricey, but still overall a great dining date night.
  13. Rosslynfoodies

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, staff and atmosphere.
  14. foodfans

    Washington DC

    70 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff continues to be first rate in every way and make every effort to accommodate guest requests. The food is consistently good and the menu offers a good variety of options.
  15. PranavB

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience5
    Service was extremely slow. If you have 3 hours to kill recommend the place.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dining at the Pembroke is always a pleasant experience, all the more so when Lisa is hosting. I’ll be back.
  17. Carolina

    Baltimore

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Ordered the chicken and waffles. It was excellent!
  18. Rachelle

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Ambiance is very nice, service is moderate, and food is okay. The food and atmosphere do not match.
  19. Greggk

    Houston

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and service were excellent. A touch expensive though.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    In town for wedding
  21. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    The food and wait-staff were incredible. Only downside was getting there 5 min early to our reservation and still having to wait 15 min to be seated.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an exceptional experience here Sunday morning! The food was amazing, and the atmosphere is just incredible! The most beautiful and unique restaurant. Will definitely be back the next time I am in DC!
  23. CristinaSee

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was really amazing. Service was great. I ordered the Prime Rib and it was as juicy and tender as expected. Very good highly recommend.
  24. JenniferW

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was my birthday & everyone there made it a special occasion. Especially the bartender. He was amazing!
  25. Troy

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great from the drinks to the entrees. Top notch. Exceeded my expectations, Quincy the chef point with his deliverance
  26. KonstantinosN

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very elegant place in DuPont area ideal for business brunch and lunch
  27. Happydiner

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Quiet, classy, friendly servers, beautifully prepared food. Highly recommend.
  28. HeatherS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Wonderful service. Would love to return for dinner but brunch is excellent.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
  30. AndyZ

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The food was very good. The service exemplary. At every level of the restaurant
  31. Abby

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a great date night spot! We went for Valentine’s day - the food and service was great! It has a really upscale feel to it and the staff are very friendly and attentive.
  32. WAMM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent location, food and service were great. It's on the high end but we'll worth it.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very attentive and friendly service, excellent food, and beautiful ambience
  34. Wanderer

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience2
    I wanted to love this place, but it left me lacking and embarrassed - wanting to get my meal over with and get the check as soon as possible. The place is beautifully designed. Our waiter, Michel was lovely and personable. The Hostesses were welcoming and friendly and even took our photo for us. I ordered the Chicken and Waffles. The chicken tenders were rock hard and dry, preventing me from cutting into them with a supplied butter knife and fork. The FOH manager I presume asked us how our meal was and was being pushy about me giving my honest opinion so then I noted that everything was good but my chicken was crunchy. He tried to remedy it at that point by trying to take my food back and started to insult the kitchen. At this point, I felt like he was making a huge scene and insisted I keep my plate to eat and not get a new dish. I would never send a dish back which is why I was embarrassed, not to mention the looks from the crowded dinning room. This made for a very awkward rest of our meal and left me and my guest wanting to leave asap. For a restaurant of this scale and in this location, I expected things to be done right the first time. This seems more common than a one off day, looking at other reviews.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Michele was outstanding- top notch service and delicious food!
  36. ErhanI

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Great service and attentive employees. The quality of the food was also fine. The only caveat with the food was the Veal was too salty. The burrata though was spectacular. Also, the tiramisu was special. The issue was with the wine. I ordered the best chianti on the menu ($114... a lot for a chianti... which came extremely cold and when it was uncorked there was a mold scent which we informed the waiter who then tasted the wine and asked us to wait until it is properly decanted which we agreed. However, the scent did not improve the taste slightly changed. My belief is that the wine was spoiled. We did consume it but were disappointed since we were really looking forward to enjoying a great bottle which was not the case, and ended up with us ordering a new bottle which was fine ($74). What I would have expected would be for the restaurant to knock the price down by 100% and not 50%. However, still, it was a gesture. Overall, enjoy the menu and service, ask about the right wine, touch the bottle and if it's too cold ask for one that is room temperature.
  37. Thomas

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Delightful breakfast spot!
  38. FemaleBusinessTraveler

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service perfect for a business conversation.
  39. AlexisT

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    In the end, had a great birthday brunch with friends at the Pembroke. Server was kind and attentive and food was delicious. I checked in for my reservation at 1:15pm and was not seated until 2:15pm! I understand that sometimes it is beyond the restaurants control to move other diners out or process other reservations too but I felt the least they could have done was comp’ed a round of drinks or dessert.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a beautiful and fun filled experience to dine there! The staff and the general manager is immaculate in serving us!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

The Pembroke is rated 4.6 stars by 1391 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 62 times today
Google Map for The Pembroke

1500 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    19th and Dupont Circle

  • Neighborhood

    Dupont Circle

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–9:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Global, International, Contemporary American, Vegetarian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Valet parking is located at 1500 New Hampshire Ave NW (Dupont Circle hotel driveway)

  • Public transit

    The Pembroke is conveniently located two blocks from the Dupont Circle Red Line metro station. When exiting the station, please proceed through the Q street exit. At the top of the station's escalator, turn right. Walk east down Q street two blocks and the restaurant will be on your right on 19 street.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive chef

    Michael Sammour

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (202) 448-4302

  • Private party facilities

    For large parties (7+) and semi-private events, please email Dupont_Sales@Doylecollection.com.

  • Private party contact

    The Pembroke Managers: (877) 918-6220

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