Teddy & The Bully Bar

Name: Teddy & The Bully Bar
Address: 1200 19th Street NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20036
Telephone: (202) 872-8700
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

4.3

1633 Reviews

$31 to $50

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Welcome to Teddy and The Bully Bar, a salute to one of our most popular and gallant American Presidents, making an impressive culinary statement in Washington, DC. We feature a sharing plate experience featuring the farm to table menu items together with professional service and a distinctive ambiance that brings the exuberance of TR himself. Don't forget to enjoy one of our 26 day aged Bourbon Whiskey's that celebrate the 26th President. With a vibrant Happy Hour, we offer the finest in spirits, beers and wine selections. With three distinctively appointed private rooms, we provide a great location for any type of special event. From a dinner for 6 right on up to a buyout for 220, we are fit for any presidential event.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 5, 2022

8:30 PM

Booked 56 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Seafood
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm Brunch Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 872-8700
Website
http://teddyandthebullybar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Gregoria Contreras
Catering
Outside catering available for anyone in the DC region. Full services for off site catering available. Let us bring the Teddy experience to your next event. At your home or office, we feature professional service, outstanding cuisine and complete customer service.
Private party facilities
Fabulous Private Event spaces. Seated dinner for up to 200 with standing reception/buffet for up to 250.
Private party contact
Jeanhee Kim: (202) 872-8700

Location
1200 19th Street NW Washington, DC 20036
Neighborhood
Dupont Circle
Cross street
19th & M
Parking details
To park with ease around Teddy & The Bully Bar, please click on the link below to see the closest parking lots, including pricing and lot timings. To make parking easier, we recommend reserving a discounted parking spot in advance here: http://www.parkme.com/link/teddy-bully-bar
Public transit
2 Blocks from Dupont Circle Metro Stop on the Red Line. Please take the South Side Exit (19th & Dupont Circle)<br /><br />
Entertainment
Live DJ every Sunday at Brunch from 10:30am till 3:30pm
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Smoked Salmon Tartine$15.00
radish, fried capers, remoulade, pickled spring onions
Teddy Mac & Cheese$14.00
smoked cheddar, parmesan, gouda, herb bread crumbs
Broccoli & Cheddar Soft Scramble$14.00
bed of greens
Gin & Juice French Toast$25.00
gin batter, strawberry maple
Chicken & Kimchi Fried Rice$22.00
sunny egg, miso aioli
Fried Chicken & Waffle$22.00
bacon and cheddar waffle, cognac maple
BBQ Lamb Benedict$19.00
braised greens, red eye hollandaise
Strawberries & Cream$15.00
vanilla yogurt, strawberry compote, white chocolate
Made To Order Omelette$16.00
choice of: red peppers, tomato, onion, bacon, mushroom, spinach, assorted cheeses
Beet & Apricot Salad$17.00
apricot marmalade, goats curd, arugula, pine nuts, beet molasses vinaigrette
Carrot Caesar Salad$14.00
shaved carrots, romaine, sesame parmesan vinaigrette, pistachio dukkah
Croque Madame$17.00
mornay, ham & gruyère, fried egg, thyme
Fried Fish & Grits$24.00
cheddar grits, crystals tartar sauce
Andouille Chilaquiles$24.00
mole verde, cotija queso, lime crema, fried egg
Burger Sliders$21.00
cajun aioli, sweet onions, andouille
Strawberry Shortcake$10.00
lemon buttermilk cake, strawberry compote, crème fraiche gelato
Made to Order Waffle$16.00
choice of: blueberries, bananas, strawberries, chocolate chips, warm syrup, whipped cream

Unlimited Brunch

Unlimited Brunch
all brunch speciality items, waffle station, omelette station and bottomless mimosas & bloody marys
- Unlimited Brunch: Per Person (2 Hour Limit)$50.00
- Food Only: Per Person (2 Hour Limit)$40.00

Sides

Applewood Smoked Bacon$7.00
Home Fries$7.00

Beverages

Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice$4.00
Fresh Squeezed Grapefruit Juice$4.00
Brewed Coffee$4.00
Cappuccino$5.00
Latte$5.00
Espresso$5.00
Double Espresso$7.00

Cocktails

Paloma Picante$14.00
arette blanco, ancho reyes, fresh grapefruit, fresh lime
French 1765$16.00
hennessy vs, sparkling brut, fresh lemon
Old Four Eyes$17.00
laird's apple jack, hennessy vs, fresh lemon, angostura bitters
Mimosa$11.00
Bloody Mary$13.00
Unlimited Mimosa & Bloody Marys$25.00
2 Hour Limit

Beverage Menu

Signature Cocktails

Lady Outlaw - Teddy's Draft Cocktail$15.00
Tito's Handmade Vodka, Elderflower Liqueur, House Lemon Sour, and Lavender Bitters
Roosevelt Island Punch Bowl
Macchu Pisco, Pineapple Gomme, Black Tea, Fresh Lime, and Amargo Chuncho Bitters
- Serves 2-8$58.00
Safari Sangria
Vinho Verde, Orange Liqueur, Apple, Grapefruit, Creole Bitters, Peychaud's Bitters, and topped with Sweet Lime Foam
- Glass$14.00
- Pitcher (Serves 2-6)$49.00
Strawberry Mint Julep$15.00
Woodford Mint Infused Bourbon, Strawberry Syrup, Fresh Lime, and Fresh Mint
Rio Roosevelt$15.00
Sao Paulo Cachaca, Rothman & Winter Creme de Violette Liqueur, Blueberry Syrup, and topped with Sweet Lime Foam
The Governor$15.00
Beefeater Gin, Rosemary Shrub, Dry Vermouth, Angry Orchard Crisp Hard Cider, and Apple Bitters
Sheeney's Rickey$15.00
Green Hat Gin, Bourbon Reduction, Fresh Lime, Seltzer, and topped with Sweet Lime Foam
The Panama Canal$15.00
Prairie Organic Vodka, Fresh Lime, Sugar Syrup, and topped with Sweet Lime Foam
Commissioner's Cider$15.00
Belle Isle Black Label Moonshine, Honey, House Lemon Sour, Lavender Bitters, and Angry Orchard Crisp Hard Cider
The Cowboy$16.00
Dad's Hat Rye Whiskey, D.C. Brau Porter Syrup, Angostura Bitters, and a Mezcal Rinse

26 Day Barrel - Aged Old Fashioneds

In the spirit of the word "cocktail" we re-invented these old fashioneds and barrel aged them in new charred oak American barrels for 26 days, in honor of our 26th President Teddy Roosevelt

Barrel No.1 - the Rough Rider$17.00
Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, Rough Rider "Bull Moose" Rye, D.O.M.Benedictine, and Peychaud's Bitters. In 1898, Teddy Roosevelt organized the United States First Volunteer Calvary, known as the Rough Riders
Barrel No.2 - the Conservationist$16.00
Macchu Pisco, Lustau Sherry, Solerno Blood Orange Liqueur, and Lavender Bitters. Roosevelt dedicated himself to protecting both wildlife and natural resources earning the nickname the "Conservationist President"
Barrel No.3 - the Trustbuster$17.00
Old Forester Signature Bourbon, Cynar, Punt e Mes, and Regan's Orange Bitters. Informally known as a "trustbuster" Theodore Roosevelt frequently went against popular political opinion to protect the American people
Barrel No.4 - The Lion$16.00
Clyde May's "Alabama Style" Whiskey, Laird's Apple Jack, Barrow's Ginger Liqueur, and Apple Bitters. Teddy's famous nickname
Barrel No.5 - the Tr Manhattan$17.00
Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Chartreuse Yellow, Dolin Rouge, and Angostura Bitters. Teddy Roosevelt was born at 28 East 20th Street in Manhattan in 1858

Beer, Cider & Seltzer

Atlas Bullpen Pilsner, DC$8.00
Atlas District Commons Craft Lager, DC$8.00
Atlas Ponzi West Coast IPA, DC$8.00
DC Brau Penn Quarter Porter, DC$8.00
DC Brau Public Pale Ale, DC$8.00
DC Brau The Imperial Double IPA, DC$8.00
Dogfish Slighty Mighty Lo-Cal IPA, DE$7.00
Flying Dog Raging Bitch IPA, MD$8.00
Right Proper Li'L Wit White Ale, DC$8.00
DC Brau Pils, DC
- On Draft$8.00
Dogfish 60 Min IPA, DE
- On Draft$8.00
Angry Orchard Crisp Hard Cider, NY$7.00
ANXO District Dry Cider, DC$9.00
Full Transparency POG Seltzer, DC$7.00
Heineken 0.0 Non-Alcohol Lager, NLD$7.00

What 1,633 people are saying

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

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samanthe
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing and friendly service. Food was spectacular and the mimosas flowed!
VH
VictoriaH
New York Area
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Broccoli scramble was good, fries very good, was mostly empty but one loud table - when restaurant is filled, it must be very loud. It was a good experience mostly but a bit expensive. I liked the wall sculptures.
MD
MelissaD
Chiapas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We all had a great time, with great service. Thanks!
DJ
DeeJ
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Randall was great! Unlimited brunch was worth the price point, and portions were perfect for sharing. Will be back for brunch for sure.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were surprised by how attentive the service was and we received a couple of surprises while there celebrating our 28th anniversary. Teddy & the Bully bar was the perfect spot!
RG
RickyG
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience4
I think the value of the unlimited brunch was good however the food was not that great. I’ll start with the waffles I’m not sure what batter was used but it did not have any flavor even with the butter and that will essentially be the story of the meal. We then ordered the fish and grits and left a gritty texture and bad after taste. Maybe adding a little broth into the grits would’ve helped and we weren’t a fan of the cornmeal flour batter. Cornmeal is one of those things you either get right or don’t. Positives my girlfriend really enjoyed the omelet and i enjoyed the slider. I would like to mention that service was great but the food was not the star of the show as anticipated. Also it would be nice to have your own pitcher at the table instead of waiting 15-20 minutes for a refill. Overall i do not think we will comeback because of those small things but we left leaving that we at least got better value rather than ordering a la carte and not being able to try other things.
WF
WanikaF
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great food and service! Randall is the best waiter!
JJ
JamesJ
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Father’s day
AP
AlexisP
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, food, and ambiance. Best brunch in DC!
WE
WandaE
New York Area
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
The omelet and sliders were amazing. I was disappointed that their juices at $4, were bottled and not fresh, but not even great quality. The strawberry shortcake was all store bought pound cake and canned strawberries. Nothing was made or fresh. Overall, did not live up to the hype. Disappointing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
Drinks and appetizers were good, all four of our entrees weren’t very good. Tasted like they cheaped out on the ingredients. Definitely not worth $50 for a the steak. Service felt rushed.
JL
JonL32
Jacksonville
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience3
Food was not good. Wife ordered the ribs , just okay, for $38 they should have been outstanding. We had ordered a starter, was brought with the meal. The chicken on the dish I ordered was good enough the sides we gross and not warm. The server had the entire section and was way over worked. Very disappointed in the food and service. Old fashioned ( drink # 3) was good.
TS
TimothyS
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was very good and served exceptionally quickly service by Olivia was outstanding!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall1food1service5ambience5
One meal was completely burnt and they just never attempted to bring out the other. I wouldn’t go back there if you paid me
SN
ShaneNYC
New York Area
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great time
RL
RheaL
San Diego
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience2
Our waiter took our order and then spent the rest of the time attempting to calculate something or other a few feet away but completely ignoring us. We were served our meals by someone else and other than the ribs the portions were very small for the price. We asked repeatedly for one of the drinks we ordered before the food (diet coke) and it eventually showed up (again not from our waiter) after the meals were mostly finished. No one ever asked how we were doing or about the meals. We then ordered coffees from another server or the hostess and at that point our original waiter approached with the bill. I politely let him know that we were waiting on our coffees so he took the bill and left. Overall, it was very disappointing and we wanted to like the place but it just didn't work out.
j
jakestarr
Washington DC
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall3food5service1ambience4
Excellent food; terrible service. Our server was completely inexperienced.
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Steven
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great spot for a business lunch. There is also great outside seating.
EB
ErinB
Dallas
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Waitress was AMAZING. The food was not very flavorful, and incorrect for two meals.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my absolute favorite brunch spots. Slaps severely.
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epc76
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 31, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Was a bit noisy, but overall was an enjoyable lunch.
D
David
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall2food3service1ambience4
This was a disappointing Sunday brunch experience. The waiter aggressively pushed the all-you-can-eat/drink options, neither of which our party was interested in. We should have for drinks because that was the last time he asked if we wanted another round. Timing was terrible. We each ordered an entree, and I asked for a side of bacon. The bacon came first, and then we had to wait 10 minutes for ONE of the entrees to follow. My entree came 10 minutes later (no syrup for the French toast, so I had to wait for the waiter to come back and then wait for him to come back). Fifteen minutes later, we were still waiting for the final entree to come. It didn’t as the kitchen never got the order. When the chicken and waffles finally came, it was half a waffle and a small piece of chicken. Our friend was patient and didn’t question it. After another 10 minutes or so, her full order arrived. We had waited for her, so of course everything was cold. I’ve been more forgiving during COVID, but other nearby tables appeared to be properly tended to by other waiters. There were no apologies offered throughout, no offers for another drink or anything while we waited. There were plenty of nearby dining options, and we won’t be returning.
IL
InesL
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall2food4service4ambience1
We had a reservation for 8.30 pm and when we were already seated and had order the starter we were told the kitchen (and restaurant) was closing 9 pm. If you close at 9, you should not take reservations at 8.30 (or at least they should notify this to the client). It’s common sense. The Mac and cheese were amazing.
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Lisa
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great business lunch. My colleagues were from out of town. They loved the ambience and design of the space. Everyone loved the food, especially the honey glazed cornbread.
TB
TBrown
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was great and the good was tasty! Atmosphere was really bright and cool! My glass was never empty with the unlimited brunch option.
MM
MoMac
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
Came for bottomless brunch (all you can eat and drink). Food was def subpar, a little bland for my taste. Waffles were great, but the mimosas were great! The service and vibes ere also great.
VH
VivianaH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
the food was great and there were lots of options! the restaurant was decorated very nice inside and the garden seating outside was also very nice.
MG
MichelleG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Our server was very nice and always checked in on us for ordering and refilling our mimosas. Mac and cheese lacked salt. My favorite was the fish and grits. The restaurant was not packed at full capacity which might have contributed to good service.
CL
CrystalL
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The waffles weren’t my fave but everything else on the bottomless brunch was amazing
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akir
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
decent place for a big group, food was relatively tasty just didn't ~love~ the french onion soup but those crispy brussels though
AP
AbbyP
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience3
I ate here a couple years ago and loved it but unfortunately it wasn’t the same. Lots of ingredients missing on the food that was delivered to our table that were listed on the menu. The food lacked flavor and The tables were pretty banged up and needed replaced or repaired. Overall the food quality and restaurant ambiance has taken a dip since my last visit there. Not a bad experience but not worth a bill over $100 for a slightly disappointing meal.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
It was busy for Mother’s Day brunch. Nice and friendly staff despite how busy they were. Tried their best to be on top of thinks like refilling your beverage or replacing cutlery removed. Liked they had omelette bar and waffle bar which I can’t believe was included in the price. Great idea for family with kids. Food delish for the most part. Negative comment was the rockfish entree. My husband had a bone in his and I found the fish overcooked (it was chewy). Other than that the appetizers, salad and dessert was delicious. Omelette was tasty and my daughter liked the waffle with strawberries and bananas. Recommendation is to have more than one omelette station. The poor guy was overwhelmed and it took me and other patrons close to an hour to get their made to order omelette. I did not like that after it was made it sat on a side table where maskless people are peering over cooked omelette to see if their order was ready. I would def go back though and try regular dinner.
SB
StaceyB
Washington DC
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my first time here and it will not be my last.
JC
JohnnyComeLatetly
Baltimore
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Went for Mother’s Day brunch, had a great experience, not too crowded, or loud – very attentive service. From the apps to dessert everything was very tasty, the only item to discuss might be how long the omelette bar took, they had only one server at that station and he was in the weeds! Definitely worth trying
SC
ShakiraC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience5
Yes I would recommended just not on a holiday. It would’ve been nice to know that on Mother’s Day they would have a different menu. The price was more expensive and the options were not good. The only thing that was good was the omelette and waffle bar. It was like they tried to go over board serving way too fancy food and it was not flavorful at all. It also would’ve been nice to know that on top of the increase in the meal, it was $25 for unlimited mimosas, which is normally included. I ranted and raved to my family about this place. I was extremely disappointed at their Mother’s Day Brunch. I’m not going to give up on them but I will be sure to ask questions before each visit.
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Bridget
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and amiable service! We will definitely go back.
CB
CarlB
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall2food2service5ambience2
The Sunday brunch at Teddy & The Bully Bar offered a bottomless variety of food and bottomless Bloody Mary and Mamosa drinks. Guests also have the option to order a la carte, which I did. I was disappointed that there were hardly any options for vegans: no milk alternatives for coffee and no vegan cheeses for omelettes or other dishes served with cheese. Finally, the noise level made it difficult to clearly hear others at the table.
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Moe5520
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food3service5ambience5
Love this restaurant! The atmosphere is exceptional and the staff is always warm and welcoming.
EY
EmilyY
New Orleans
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience4
Our food was a disappointment. My piece of salmon was about 5” long and 2” wide. Tiny. It was prepared well but the risotto and broccoli purée served with it were cold. Dessert - supposedly strawberry shortcake was very small and disappointing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Birmingham
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall4food4service2ambience4
On multiple occasions I have found the hostess staff to be rude and unwelcoming.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

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Teddy & The Bully Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 1633 OpenTable diners.