How is Westend Bistro DC restaurant rated?

Name: Westend Bistro DC
Address: 1190 22nd Street NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20037
Telephone: (202) 974-4900
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4

Westend Bistro DC

4.0

1557 Reviews

$31 to $50

Bistro

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Discover Westend Bistro, an award-winning American bistro located in Washington, D.C.’s trendy West End. Our dedicated culinary team presents updated bistro classics, infusing modern and traditional techniques inspired by the seasons. The focus is on the ingredients, culled from fresh, quality produce from the farms and fields of Virginia, Maryland and Pennsylvania.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Bistro, American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed–Fri 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 974-4900
Website
http://www.westendbistrodc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Pedro Baroso
Catering
Westend Bistro introduces casual seasonal menus that are simple to understand, yet boast vibrant personality and contemporary twists on local ingredients.
Private party facilities
Discover Westend Bistro, an award-winning casual American bistro located in Washington, D.C.’s trendy West End.
Private party contact
Carlene Kerp: (202) 974-4946

Location
1190 22nd Street NW, Washington, DC 20037
Neighborhood
West End
Cross street
22nd and M
Parking details
$8 Valet Parking Discount
Public transit
Foggy Bottom Metro
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,557 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.0

4 based on all time ratings

4.1Food
4Service
3.9Ambience
3.8Value

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Raleigh
57 reviews
vip
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food & excellent service. Would be happy to return. But certainly not cheap.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent meal, excellent service, lovely atmosphere. Great place to have a business meal.
GJ
GerryJ
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very classy, elegant, quiet, and with great food. I would go there again.
QB
QuirkyBlackMan
Philadelphia
185 reviews
vip
5.0
185 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food atmosphere and service. Trendy DC restaurant with typical prices.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was probably one of the best meals I have ever had and my wife and brother felt the same way as well.
j
janel
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2020
overall4food5service4ambience3
Had a surprisingly excellent meal here on Sat night. Everyplace else nearby was booked and went here by default but was glad I did. Both the burrata cheese and pasta dish and the mushroom risotto were delicious. would come back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall4food5service4ambience4
Went there for a late valentines dinner, the food was very good, our server was wonderful, the noise level was fairly moderate it got a little busy the later we stayed. We would definitely have dinner here again.
a
allisonm
Washington DC
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall3food5service3ambience2
The food was excellent and our waiter was good, however the hostess was not very welcoming and then they refused to validate for parking even though on open table it says nothing about only validating for valet. Also the ambiance was that of a hotel restaurant rather than an upscale restaurant.
FN
FancyNancy
Washington DC
118 reviews
vip
5.0
118 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We made the reservation thinking it was Rasika West End. When the email confirmation came I realized it was not. Rasika does not use Open Table. So we looked at the menu out of curiosity and thought it look good so we kept the reservation. Definitely glad we did! From walking in the door to leaving the staff was engaging, helpful and friendly. They had a very nice wine by the glass menu. More to choose from then most places. We had a charcuterie for an appetizer which was perfect. Both of us ordered the Halibut- over the top amazing! Ice cream for dessert was compliments of the Chef. It was a delightful evening and we now have a new restaurant to add to our repertoire!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience5
Great service, delicious food, Ambiance was excellent. I would go back again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 30, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the team that serve everyone and the food is fantastic and priced appropriately
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience4
Attentive service and a special birthday wish for my dat on the dessert plate!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was impeccable. Enjoyed breakfast with the family — staff was very accommodating to food allergies. Food was also very well done.
AE
AlisonE
Washington DC
76 reviews
3.0
76 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2019
overall3food4service4ambience2
My husband and I went here for New Year's Eve. I had to go through extra steps just to reserve (Open Table wasn't enough), including sending in a 1-page hotel form which asked for more info than they needed just to put a hold on our credit card. The music selections all had very repetitive rhythms and not much melody, which became a little annoying after a while (pounding bass and drums all evening is not a good dinner ambiance). The temperature near the windows cycles between comfortable and too cold. We spent over $350 total and while the food and service were good, I didn't think the whole experience was THAT good. I am unlikely to return to this restaurant.
AG
AdrienneG
Denver
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
I don't prefer to dine in hotel restaurants so when booking on open table I was not fully aware it was inside the Ritz Carlton. At least it was in a great location with a wonderful bonus of bottomless brunch mimosa options reasonably priced. Service was top notch.
N
Nick
Richmond
12 reviews
vip
1.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2019
overall1food1service2ambience2
Thanksgiving special meal, special $$$. Thoroughly disappointed, but the manager did comp the meal.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service is excellent and friendly. I had the mussels ...wonderful!
MK
MonaK
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
the scallops were superb. Best meal i have had this year.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely atmosphere and dining experience. Excellent food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
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Megan
Washington DC
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience4
I booked the table for a business meeting. We were given a booth which was very private and nice and quite, so perfect for the meeting. The food was excellent, but not over the top fancy; just appropriate for a business lunch. It is rather privy though (lobster roll at USD 28).
AE
AEC1
Naples
33 reviews
vip
3.0
33 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience2
Very spartan atmosphere. Food average. More cafeteria style than a typical Ritz Carlton
G
Giana
New York Area
18 reviews
vip
1.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2019
overall1food1service5ambience1
Good for lunch but not for dinner. Bucatini is great. Dinner plates are so underwhelming and not well prepared or paired. Duck breast tasted like it was soaked in soy.
BC
BruceC
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
An EXCELLENT go-to place for any meal... professional meeting, casual meal or especially brunch too on days it is offered. Valet parking comped to a very reasonable rate - and super convenient - is an added plus that keeps me coming back.
K
Kelly
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The West End Bistro, located inside the Ritz Carlton DC (1150 22nd Street, NW) was fantastic. Our server, Michael, was attentive but gave us our space to enjoy the meal and celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. He, and the rest of the staff at the restaurant, made our evening special with a glass a champagne and a "Happy 25th Anniversary" on our dessert! My husband had the ribeye and I had the halibut. Both were wonderful! I would highly recommend this restaurant!
OT
OpenTable Diner
St. Louis
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2019
overall2food2service2ambience3
Overwhelmingly mediocre food. Ordered duck and they didn’t cut off sinew so I had a grey, translucent piece of meat. Salmon was just blah. Not bad, not good, just whatever.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious meal! Chicken was so crispy. Scallops perfectly seared! Only suggestion would be to lower the lights. Too bright over the table. Otherwise excellent experience!
J
Jeff
Washington DC
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on July 18, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience4
Had a very good meal with excellent service. Good place to have a meal and conversation. Not noisy even when busy.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience4
Average. PEI Mussels came with 4 giant pieces of toast and no sauce. Just a drizzle of sauce over the mussels. Seemed like the male was missed here.
D
Dave
New York Area
60 reviews
vip
5.0
60 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
We originally had a reservation outside but it was too warm and the hostess was accommodating and gave us a nice booth inside. Service was good and the Joyce free range chicken was amazing. Nice glass off Cabernet to accompany my meal. Overall a very good experience.
r
rebekahe
Columbus
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2019
overall4food3service5ambience4
It was a step above normal hotel food which is
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
E everything was wonderful . Foo was delicious, Ted our waiter was attentive,friendly and knowledgeable. Over ir was great experience would eat there again Thanks, Michele
OT
OpenTable Diner
Unspecified
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience3
Steak was over cooked, service could have been a bit better; we had to ask for silverware
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was excellent and the food was great.
L
Louham
St. Louis
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on June 6, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Location and venue were both terrific, the food was perfect and well executed by our most amazing waiter Juan Carlos. Booked here without much prior knowledge of the restaurant and were pleasantly rewarded by a comfortable environment, friendly staff and excellent food. Our waiter was an absolute pro who made the experience memorable.
KM
KatM
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2019
overall3food5service4ambience3
Boyfriends parents were in town. Good food and pretty patio. But music was kind of loud on one side and the heaters on the other side were unbearable. It was 85+ degrees outside and TWO heaters were on and when we asked if they could be turned off they said no. If I hadn’t been with my boyfriends older parents who couldn’t walk much farther, I would’ve left right then and there. What a stupid policy in the summer. I understand that it looks cool but it is so uncomfortable and impractical. Service was slow getting drinks and food.
VS
VickiS
Denver
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ordered the Halibut - AMAZING!! Starting with drinks at the bar to dessert - just a wonderful dining experience. We’ll be back!
DR
DRJBG
Orlando
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
Fish over cooked otherwise a very good dining experience
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful dining experience, just what we were looking for. Extremely friendly and attentive staff. Thanks.
Y
Yoko
Washington DC
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2019
overall3food2service2ambience3
The house specialty, short ribs, were chewy, mushy and not good. The service was lackluster, grumpy and intrusive. I would most definitely NOT recommend this restaurant

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Westend Bistro DC is rated 4 stars by 1557 OpenTable diners.