Tabard Inn

Name: Tabard Inn
Address: 1739 N St NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20036
Telephone: (202) 331-8528
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (3959)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

1739 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036

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2 people

Jun 29, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 43 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Since our early days as a tea room, we’ve been a respite for locals and visitors alike, offering a haven for conversation and memorable cuisine. The tradition continues as our culinary team has curated an inventive and elevated menu through New American cuisine while paying homage to the beloved dishes that have been served at the Tabard Inn for years.
Join us for a meal on our covered patio or one of our intimate dining rooms. Or enjoy drinks and light fare in our historic fireplace lounge, where you can enjoy our creative cocktails! A DC institution since 1922, we look forward to offering our guests all the comforts of a home away from home.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Continental
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 10:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 331-8528
Website
http://www.tabardinn.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Sarah Kwon
Private party facilities
Our charming venue is perfect for intimate wedding ceremonies, elegant receptions, festive rehearsal dinners, unique corporate events and memorable parties. Our private event spaces can accommodate both social and corporate groups for seated dinners, buffets, and cocktail receptions.
Private party contact
Mariana Luts: (202) 463-7909

Location
1739 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036
Neighborhood
Dupont Circle
Cross street
18th St
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
By Metro- Dupont Circle is the closet Metro stop. Exit to the south from the station and walk one block along 19th Street to N Street. Turn left on N Street, cross Connecticut Avenue and 18th Street, and continue on N Street. The Tabard Inn is located on the left mid-block between 18th and 17th Streets.
Entertainment
Every Sunday and Monday night, the Tabard is brightened by the sounds of jazz bassist Victor Dvoskin and other acclaimed local jazz musicians.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Popular dishes

Tomato Gazpacho$12.00
grape tomato
Garden Salad$14.00
lolla rossa, shallot, watermelon radish, seasonal pickles, dill, za'atar buttermilk
Frisee Salad$16.00
shallots & apples, hazelnuts, crispy Benton’s bacon, dijon mustard vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$16.00
romaine, potato crunch, aged sheep cheese
Bibb Salad$16.00
bibb lettuce, red mustard, cucumber, shallot, pea shoots, ginger yuzu vinaigrette

Appetizers

Half Dozen Chesapeake Oysters $23.00
cocktail sauce, seasonal mignonette
Cheese Fritters$17.00
smoked gouda, fresno aioli, pickled fennel
Caramelized Onion Tart $14.00
goat cheese
Beef Carpaccio$16.00
b & b pickled green apple, lime, charred leek escabeche
French Green Lentil Hummus$13.00
tomato relish, crostini

Tabard Inn Classics

Hanger Steak$39.00
grilled turnip, creamed greens, zhoug
Chicken Fricassee$31.00
kale, maitakes, mashed potatoes, bourbon chicken cream
Bone-In Berkshire Pork Chop$42.00
broccoli rabe, upland cress, lemon-anchovy pan sauce
Grilled Filet Mignon$52.00
grilled carrots, gremolata, foyot

Seasonal Specialties

Duck Breast$38.00
couscous pilaf, radish, bigarade sauce
Pan-Seared French Green Lentils $27.00
tofu, maitake, stinging nettles, red mizuna, baby chard, pickled breakfast radish, gochujang
Red Drum & Black Eyed Peas$31.00
grilled spring onion, dandelion green pesto, dukkah, bread sauce
Pan-Seared Salmon $32.00
asparagus slaw, kalette, labneh, asparagus puree, spring onion chutney

Sides

kale, creme fraiche$9.00
sauteed carrots with aronia berry vinegar$9.00
mashed potatoes$9.00
broccoli rabe$9.00
grilled asparagus$12.00

Thomas Bell, Sous Chef

Sarah Kwon, Executive Restaurant Chef

What 3,959 people are saying

Tabard Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

District of Columbia
Contemporary American

Review summary

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Tabard Inn offers a "coolest atmosphere" with "terrific people serving great food." Known for its "charming surroundings" and "eclectic space," the historic ambiance and "lovely staff" create a welcoming setting. Enjoy "delicious food" and "superb service," making it a "hidden gem" in DC. Perfect for a cozy, romantic dining experience.

3,959 Reviews

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Ariel VIP
Los Angeles21 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Tabard Inn is a charming gem tucked away in the heart of DC. It delivers on flavor and experience. From the moment we walked in, the warm and attentive service—especially from Paola—set the tone for a lovely visit. The food? Outstanding. You must try the house-made donuts—light, pillowy, and perfectly fried. The Tabard Inn Breakfast Sandwich is hearty and flavorful, a great way to start your day. For something more savory, the shrimp and grits are excellent: creamy, well-seasoned, and comforting. Drink-wise, everything we tried—both alcoholic and non-alcoholic—was fresh, balanced, and incredibly refreshing, especially welcome on a hot and humid DC day. The only minor drawback is the size of the restrooms—there are only two small ones, which can be a bit of a wait if the place is busy. But honestly, that’s a small price for such an excellent overall experience. We’ll be coming back. Highly recommended.
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Eric VIP
Washington, D.C. Area23 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cool setting and dinner was mostly great. Arrive very good. Filet Mignon was overcooked and dessert was not good.
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peter
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very cool place, eclectic ambience, very warm, helpful staff, and the cuisine was excellent! We would go back there anytime.
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Valerie VIP
Washington, D.C. Area33 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The grain bowl and the shrimp & grits are tasty. Nice sorbet. Good service. This place is quite historic.
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Jennifer
Chicago / Illinois4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really great experience. Wonderful service, food ambiance. It’s a very unique old building. We will definitely be back!
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Sharon
Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were delighted to dine at the Tabard Inn once again. It is a charming restaurant with a long history in Washington, DC. The food is excellent. The servers are very attentive. And, the ambiance is lovely, with lots of old posters and art to look at. Enjoy!
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Amy VIP
Washington, D.C. Area29 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely server and I wish I had gotten her name. She was thoughtful, cheerful, competent, and did some nice "going the extra mile" touches. And some one -- manager? Came by to our table to ask how everything was going. I really appreciated the service. The food and ambiance was very good, but the care of good service really means a lot in this day and age of the rushed, transactional dining experience. Well done, Tabard Inn!
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William
St. Louis2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have celebrated several anniversaries there. All were wonderful experiences.
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Martha
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely Father's Day brunch experience on the patio which offered a low level of ambient noise and a serene setting. The wait staff was superb..very attentive. The food was tasty and and the Tabard donut the best donut I have ever had. Much appreciated was the carafe of coffee so "warmers' from the staff were not necessary. I enjoyed the eggs Benedict but was a tad disappointed that no substitutions were allowed. I would have preferred grits instead of fries. This is a 5 star spot.
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Fred VIP
San Diego5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tabard is a Washington monument. It has the coolest atmosphere with terrific people serving great food!
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FAQs

Tabard Inn does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Tabard Inn also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 331-8528.

Tabard Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 3959 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 29, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 43 times today

1739 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036

Additional information

Cross street
18th St
Neighborhood
Dupont Circle
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 10:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Continental
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
By Metro- Dupont Circle is the closet Metro stop. Exit to the south from the station and walk one block along 19th Street to N Street. Turn left on N Street, cross Connecticut Avenue and 18th Street, and continue on N Street. The Tabard Inn is located on the left mid-block between 18th and 17th Streets.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Sarah Kwon
Entertainment
Every Sunday and Monday night, the Tabard is brightened by the sounds of jazz bassist Victor Dvoskin and other acclaimed local jazz musicians.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.tabardinn.com/
Phone number
(202) 331-8528
Private party facilities
Our charming venue is perfect for intimate wedding ceremonies, elegant receptions, festive rehearsal dinners, unique corporate events and memorable parties. Our private event spaces can accommodate both social and corporate groups for seated dinners, buffets, and cocktail receptions.
Private party contact
Mariana Luts: (202) 463-7909

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Chicken Fricassee

Chicken & Donuts

Beet Salad

Soups & Salads

Tomato Gazpacho$12.00

Garden Salad$14.00

Frisee Salad$16.00

Caesar Salad$16.00

Bibb Salad$16.00

Appetizers

Half Dozen Chesapeake Oysters $23.00

Cheese Fritters$17.00

Caramelized Onion Tart $14.00

Beef Carpaccio$16.00

French Green Lentil Hummus$13.00

Tabard Inn Classics

Hanger Steak$39.00

Chicken Fricassee$31.00

Bone-In Berkshire Pork Chop$42.00

Grilled Filet Mignon$52.00

Seasonal Specialties

Duck Breast$38.00

Pan-Seared French Green Lentils $27.00

Red Drum & Black Eyed Peas$31.00

Pan-Seared Salmon $32.00

Sides

kale, creme fraiche$9.00

sauteed carrots with aronia berry vinegar$9.00

mashed potatoes$9.00

broccoli rabe$9.00

grilled asparagus$12.00

Thomas Bell, Sous Chef

Sarah Kwon, Executive Restaurant Chef

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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