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Brick Lane Restaurant - Permanently Closed, Washington, DC

Brick Lane Restaurant - Permanently Closed

4.2

142 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Opened in March 2016, Brick Lane is one of Dupont Circle's hottest new restaurants, with beautifully exposed brick walls and charm, Brick Lane is the perfect place to have a glass of wine and a bite to eat. Dining is our passion here at Brick Lane. We are committed to quality and freshness. Our ingredients are hand selected to help us deliver a unique variety of incredible dishes...

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, International
Hours of operation
Lunch Sun 6:15 am–6:30 am
Phone number
(202) 525-5309
Website
http://bricklanerestaurantdc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Alex Canto
Catering
We offer catering for 30 people and less. Cold and hot options are available.
Private party facilities
We have a private room for 30 to 35 guests.

Location
1636 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Neighborhood
Dupont Circle
Parking details
Easy to park two hour street parking and meter ends at 6:30pm
Public transit
3 blocks from DuPont Circle Metro Station<br />5 blocks from the Whitehouse
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 142 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

142 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a gem! And the 30 dollar dinner special is NOT to be missed!
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TraceyCap
New York Area
87 reviews
vip
5.0
87 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience3
Unfortunately due to Covid regulations we had to sit outside in the cold, damp weather. No reflection on the restaurant. We feel extremely bad for all these poor restaurants that is why we stayed and ate. The food was delicious a do the service was amazing!! They are making the best of a terrible situation!! I applaud them for staying open.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2020
overall3food3service2ambience3
Service was really slow. Waiter was inattentive, had to ask for menus, drinks took forever. When asked for check he told us we could go inside and pay, since he was busy serving another party. My dinner salad lacked seasoning. Friend’s pizza was good though.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2020
overall1food2service1ambience2
They didn’t have a table ready for us/didn’t know about our reservation, and after we were seated, we waited over 30 minutes before having to flag someone down for service. The food looked better than it tasted, and was overall very mediocre. Certainly not worth the wait!
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JuanA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The server (Sam) and the food were amazing and will definitely frequent the restaurant more often.
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Jb100
Washington DC
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The lychee Coladas were amazing! Food was great. Service great tool. We will definitely be back!
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JoelS
New Orleans
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good meal and it was nice being accommodated outside
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Rae17
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
We love the food and the staff at Brick Lane. It's just a bit cold downstairs and the music is quite loud. But it's great food and I get takeout all the time!
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Saturdaynite
Indiana
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience3
Very friendly staff!
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JoDe
Philadelphia
28 reviews
vip
2.0
28 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2020
overall2food2service2ambience2
Food was okay. Waiter never brought our appetizer but we also weren’t charged for it. I’m guessing he either forgot to put it in or they were out of it and he never bothered to tell us. Also, we ordered Pinot Grigio and were served Riesling. Not sure why he made so many mistakes but probably will be a one and done for us.
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gail
Washington DC
77 reviews
vip
5.0
77 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Had a yummy meal, especially the roasted broccoli-cauliflower appetizer. Pasta made to order to our desires. Kalamari less successful. Owner? who waited on us was remarkable in his desire to satisfy all our desires. Great reasonably priced bottle of wine. Was there at 4:30. Restaurant is small. Upstairs was very noisy but was OK downstairs by the window where we sat, which was very pleasant. Might be very noisy at night.
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Viki
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food is very tasty and the service is outstanding, family atmosphere.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
People were fantastic and felt very homey
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AliciaInDC
Philadelphia
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2020
overall4food3service5ambience4
Service was made this place memorable. Server, everyone was inclusive and welcoming!! The food was good. It's small and cozy. Overall, a nice neighborhood place!
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sarahk622
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Felt like a really good home-cooked meal in an unpretentious location with friends. Would recommend!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
I love this place. It’s a very friendly place with lots of locals. The drinks are reasonably priced, especially at happy hour. The hanger steak is superb. Believe me.
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LoveDC
Washington DC
38 reviews
vip
4.0
38 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience4
We love this neighborhood place!
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cathrob
Washington DC
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wandered in because we liked the vibe — perfect for everything from foodie to simple, from breakfast to dinner, and the BLT was INCREDIBLE
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JaniceW
Los Angeles
62 reviews
vip
4.0
62 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2019
overall4food3service5ambience4
Ordinarily, I would have nothing but kudos for Brick Lane. However, this time, I had to send my dish back as iy was so overcooked as to be inedible. My friend did not, but should have. When the fish was redone it was superb! So, a little more care next time will prevent such an occurrence. I will not hesitate to return. Service was great, as always.
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DcGal
Philadelphia
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very nice menu in a comfortable setting with good service. I’ll go again if I’m in the neighborhood.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic! Great place!!
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OliviaD
Washington DC
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
Outdoor seating area had tons of bugs, our waiter was pretty much non-existent, the menu was different from what is posted online & what food we did order was not good.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
32 reviews
vip
4.0
32 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
Brick Lane is the perfect dining spot before you go to the Keegan Theatre; just two blocks away The service is spot on and every dish was delicious. We sat outside, enjoyed a glass of wine before we ordered.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
Cute patio and great service. Without asking, they brought me bug spray after noticing I was being bitten by mosquitos sitting on the patio. Also gave us each a complimentary glass of wine at the end of the night. Great experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I ordered the salmon salad, which was delicious. The salmon was cooked perfectly. Great presentation, with the right balance of sweet (sliced apples) to balance the fish. Sat at the bar, and the staff couldn’t have been nicer. The owner Salim was very attentive and helped maintain an upbeat and comfortable atmosphere. I live in the neighborhood and will certainly be back!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great neighborhood place. Salim is an excellent owner and host, great local crowd, and staff. More sports than CNN on TV, especially soccer. Lots of space for a larger group and outdoor patio. Salmon and specials are especially superb.
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TrentT
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and wonderful service! Would absolutely go back!
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bbrose
Baltimore
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
What a pleasant surprise! We were meeting friends from out of town (as we are too), and sat outside. The server/manger (it seemed) couldn't have been more accommodating with our group of 8. Great service, great food, great atmosphere, great location.
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Frankie
Denver
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was wonderful, soup to nuts, as they used to say.
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WilliamK
Washington DC
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very friendly service and good food. When no outside tables were available on a nice day, the owner cheerily brought one from inside to seat us. What a wonderful gesture.
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Strangefruit
Washington DC
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2019
overall2food2service3ambience2
Location was nice enough... there was only one server working for a weeknight dinner... a few BASIC things were not available... like I ordered the grilled cheese sandwich from the menu... I was told they were "out of grilled cheese"... Really? They had cheese for cheeseburgers... did they not have bread at all? I could see them saying, "we're out of sourdough, how about a grilled cheese on wheat?" Nope. We're out of grilled cheese. We were also told they were out of iced tea. How hard is that to keep? Odd. Anyway, I ordered an appetizer as an entree. It was just Meh. I went to dinner with a friend. The company was awesome. Next time, we'd do better just picking a random place on the street.
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Virginia
Greater Boston
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2019
overall4food5service3ambience3
Food was amazing! The service and ambiance could use some attention.
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PamelaV
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience5
We sat outside and enjoyed people watching and having a nice meal together! Nothing fancy but a nice casual and easy dinner. THanks!
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LynnA
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
This is a great restaurant. We have eaten there twice, and sat outside, so I cannot attest to the inside experience. The staff is very friendly, and the food really is outstanding. The first time I had the coconut shrimp salad, and the second time I had the hanger steak. Both were equally delicious.
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DrMom
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Charming little restaurant with outdoor, sidewalk facing seating with a casual atmosphere yet delicious menu items! The assorted steamed mussle dishes assured that everyone had something to choose from to meet their pallet desires!
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ClaireC
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2019
overall2food4service4ambience1
Their chairs are so hard, all six of us were complaining by the end of the evening. I will not go back there again. The food and service was good. The patio out back where we ate was good but the chairs were metal with no cushions. They are also metal with no cushions inside. Totally unsatisfactory! There are too many other good places to eat in DC that have comfortable seats. I won't go back and won't recommend.
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Mike
Washington DC
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is always amazing here and staff is always so friendly.
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NicoleS
Pittsburgh
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 29, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brick Lane DuPont Circle is one of my favorite DC restaurants. The food is fabulous whether eating dinner or brunch and the staff is wonderful. A must try!
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Virg
Cleveland
12 reviews
2.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2019
overall2food2service4ambience3
We did not have a good experience at the restaurant. Several of the items the group ordered were not available. The food that we did receive was mediocre at best. We were celebrating a birthday so several of the young college students ordered Chocolate Lava cake. The cake was cold and dense - nothing like one would imagine. The one bright spot was the Muscle dish. It was hot and delicious. Server was very nice and did a good job.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience4
The food was very good and I loved the pre-fix dinner deal. One star lost because although my server was very friendly, he was a little too slow. But overall I enjoyed it and I would definitely recommend and return!
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners

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

FAQs

Brick Lane Restaurant - Permanently Closed is rated 4.2 stars by 142 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

1636 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

Additional information

Neighborhood
Dupont Circle
Hours of operation
Lunch Sun 6:15 am–6:30 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Easy to park two hour street parking and meter ends at 6:30pm
Public transit
3 blocks from DuPont Circle Metro Station5 blocks from the Whitehouse
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Alex Canto
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://bricklanerestaurantdc.com/
Phone number
(202) 525-5309
Catering
We offer catering for 30 people and less. Cold and hot options are available.
Private party facilities
We have a private room for 30 to 35 guests.

Brick Lane Restaurant - Permanently Closed

Permanently Closed

Additional information

Menu

Starters

Oatmeal$5.00

Fresh Fruit and Yogurt$5.00

Salads

Beet and Goat Cheese Salad$8.00

Roasted Squash and Arugula Salad$8.00

Sandwiches and Burgers

Eggs and Ham Croissant$11.00

Tomato Basil Grilled Cheese$12.00

Entrees

Brick Lane Breakfast$17.00

Creme Brulee French Toast$11.00

Sides

Home Fries$4.00

Hand Cut French Fries$4.00

What 142 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

How is Brick Lane Restaurant - Permanently Closed restaurant rated?

Permanently Closed

Additional information