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Tabard Inn, Washington, DC

Tabard Inn

4.7 (3930)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
1739 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 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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Menu

Tabard Inn's menu was last updated on 5/23/2025.

Soups & Salads

  • 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

                                              Thomas Bell, Sous Chef

                                                Sarah Kwon, Executive Restaurant Chef

                                                  Last updated: May 23, 2025

                                                  What 3,930 people are saying

                                                  Tabard Inn 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
                                                  • 4.6Food
                                                  • 4.7Service
                                                  • 4.8Ambience
                                                  • 4.4Value

                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                  Loved For

                                                  • District of Columbia

                                                    Contemporary American

                                                  Review summary

                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                  Tabard Inn, nestled in a charming historic hotel, offers "excellent service and ambiance." Guests rave about the "delicious food," especially the standout brunch options like shrimp and grits. The inn's cozy, eclectic atmosphere is perfect for a "romantic date" or "group gatherings," making it a must-visit in DC.

                                                  3,930 Reviews

                                                  1. Merryl VIP

                                                    Fort Lauderdale18 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    The food was excellent- as was the service. We were having a leisurely brunch with friends we had not seen in a long time. The server did not rush us at all and did everything to NOT pressure us to turn the table. Great experience

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                                                  2. Tamera VIP

                                                    Washington, D.C. Area10 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Another splendid lunch at a special venue with great service.

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                                                  3. jamie VIP

                                                    Tampa / Central Florida West22 reviews

                                                    4.0

                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                    2. Food 4
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    We sat outside and the service and ambiance were excellent. The restaurant is in the back of a charming historic hotel. The menu is a bit old school and the food was very good.

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                                                  4. Bob

                                                    Denver / Colorado11 reviews

                                                    3.0

                                                    Dined on May 19, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                    2. Food 4
                                                    3. Service 3
                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                    All the main courses were prepared quite well, this was the best part of our dinner. Unfortunately, even with reservations on a Monday, our outdoors table simply looked out at the backs of the surrounding buildings. The drinks were just Ok, the three desserts we ordered all had an odd taste profile. I would like to rate the restaurant higher, but it really was just OK.

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                                                  5. Shona

                                                    New Jersey1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on May 19, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    I brought my team here for dinner the other night. Nice vibe. Everything we ate was delish and the drinks were fantastic.

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                                                  6. Tim

                                                    Washington, D.C. Area13 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on May 18, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Service was excellent and everyone enjoyed there food. Always enjoy our dinning experience at Tabard Inn

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                                                  7. neal

                                                    Treasure Coast1 review

                                                    4.0

                                                    Dined on May 18, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                    2. Food 3
                                                    3. Service 3
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    We love Tabard Inn and have had many memorable couple events there. We love the ambience and the setting. This time we went to celebrate a graduation event and we sat in the back patio, which was lovely. The service was good, but the restaurant was crowded. At first, they were very attentive, but they're interested in our table wained as our time there went on. For the most part, the food was good, but the portions were smaller than I remembered. They were fairly accommodating with our gluten and dairy allergies. The descriptions of the food on the menu were very elaborate, but, honestly, the dishes weren't that extraordinary. The side, broccoli rabe was in an edible because it was so stringy and hard to cut. Overall, we had a good time and will come back to the Tabard Inn in the future. 

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                                                  8. Paule

                                                    Miami - Dade12 reviews

                                                    4.0

                                                    Dined on May 17, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                    2. Food 3
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    This is a must come back for dinner. Breakfast was not spectacular but I enjoyed it.

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                                                  9. heather VIP

                                                    Washington, D.C. Area10 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on May 15, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Our meal was superb in every respect. The service was attentive and never hurried in any way. The ambience was just lovely; we sat in the courtyard and it was so relaxing. We will definitely be back and will recommend it to our family and friends as well. Thank you for such an enjoyable evening!

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                                                  10. Victoria

                                                    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on May 13, 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    This was a delightful walk into the graciousness of the past. Lovely ambience and great food. Kindly service. The noise level was very loud in the bar. Had I agreed to meet folks there, I would have probably turned away. But the restaurant noise was more manageable, and we were able to converse fairly well. I will return.

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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 3930 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                  2. United States
                                                  3. Washington, D.C. Area
                                                  4. District of Columbia
                                                  5. Dupont Circle

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                                                  2 people
                                                  7:00 PM
                                                  Booked 39 times today
                                                  Google Map for Tabard Inn

                                                  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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