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Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC, Washington, DC

Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC

4.7 (1181)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
1595 I St NW, Washington, DC 20005

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for business meals
  • Fancy
Centrally located in downtown Washington DC, RARE Steakhouse & Tavern (RARE) is a one-of-a-kind fine dining concept that brings together the best qualities of world-class dining venues with USDA prime, dry-aged steaks, exquisite wines and first-class service bolstered with Midwestern charm. Created by Wisconsin natives, RARE boasts a classic and elegant atmosphere, striving to bring the nostalgia and romance of the classic steakhouse to life, to a time when eating out was meant to be an experience.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–6:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alejandro D. Vasquez
  • Catering
    We cater for both social and business occasions. Whether it is an office party or an at-home celebration, we can help with your next event. Please contact us for menus and pricing.
  • Private party facilities
    We have two fully private dining rooms as well as semi-private spaces for larger groups. We are available for full restaurant buyouts for up to 400 guests. Our gorgeous rooftop is perfect for weddings and corporate events.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    16th St. NW
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available right outside of the restaurant's entrance. Two parking garages located within one block radius of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    McPherson Square, Farragut North, Farragut West
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Offers

  • Daily Happy Hour at RARE Tavern

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Sat - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Enjoy Discounted Beer, Wines by the Glass, & Signature Cocktails between 5pm - 6:30pm daily.

    Daily Happy Hour at RARE Tavern Photo

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What 1,181 people are saying

Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • District of Columbia

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rare Steakhouse in Washington DC offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding service" and perfectly cooked steaks. Guests appreciate the "lovely ambiance" and diverse, tasty sides served family-style. The restaurant is praised for its knowledgeable staff and extensive wine and cocktail lists. "Highly recommended" for special occasions.
1,181 Reviews
  1. Katharine

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I hosted a work dinner for 25 people at Rare. Ernesto, Martin, and Ismael were extraordinarily helpful, attentive, and overall, excellent. Communication was thorough, and every single detail that was needed to make my event/meal successful was perfectly executed by the staff. The tables were ready and beautifully set. Orders were taken and filled with impeccable timing and care. The food was delicious. It was a perfect evening.

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  2. Alfredo Jorge

    Miami - Dade8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rare Steakhouse is an excellent restaurant. It offers a lovely ambiance and outstanding service. The steaks are perfectly cooked, and the side dishes are delightful. It's a perfect place to enjoy a meal and comes highly recommended.

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  3. Kenneth Bombace

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome !!! Highly recommend. Food was great. Service terrific.

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  4. Martina

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ishmael was the best!! Thank you for providing a wonderful and special experience for us.

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  5. Jeffery

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic service and great food. One of the best steaks in the area

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  6. Bill VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at a booth near the bar, and Sammy & Angel waited on us. Great service! Great food! Rare is now a regular go-to spot for us!

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  7. Andrew

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time. Won’t be the last! Good and service was excellent. Not rushed and didn’t feel anything was pushed on us. All good. Will be back.

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  8. Ryan VIP

    Las Vegas115 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience at Rare, thanks again! Steaks cooked to perfection and excellent service.

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  9. Soila

    New Jersey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was very knowledgeable related to Celiac and took a very good care of us.

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  10. Alison

    Hawaii4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner at RARE. Excellent service and steak selection. The steaks were cooked to perfection. I chose this restaurant to celebrate my husband’s birthday. He loves dry aged steaks and was not disappointed. The ambiance was classic steakhouse and very relaxing. They make an excellent Black Manhattan as well.

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FAQs

Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 800-9994.

Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC is rated 4.7 stars by 1181 OpenTable diners.

Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC

1595 I St NW, Washington, DC 20005

Additional information

  • Cross street
    16th St. NW
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–6:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available right outside of the restaurant's entrance. Two parking garages located within one block radius of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    McPherson Square, Farragut North, Farragut West
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alejandro D. Vasquez
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We cater for both social and business occasions. Whether it is an office party or an at-home celebration, we can help with your next event. Please contact us for menus and pricing.
  • Private party facilities
    We have two fully private dining rooms as well as semi-private spaces for larger groups. We are available for full restaurant buyouts for up to 400 guests. Our gorgeous rooftop is perfect for weddings and corporate events.
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