Teddy & The Bully Bar

Name: Teddy & The Bully Bar
Address: 1200 19th Street NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20036
Telephone: (202) 872-8700
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (2060)

$31 to $50

American

1200 19th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for brunch
Good for business meals

A social atmosphere fit for a president. Join us where vibrant cocktail culture meets fun elegance and comfort food at this Dupont Circle neighborhood favorite. It is said that while President Theodore Roosevelt loved to eat, to him the dinner table was less an occasion for fine dining than as a springboard for conversations. In keeping with this, we have created a stunning interior design for Teddy and the Bully Bar that keeps patrons talking. Reflecting Theodore Roosevelt’s love for simple American comfort food, including steaks, oysters, fried chicken and house-made cornbread, our seasonal menus feature a contemporary twist on classic comfort dishes with a focus on quality, local and simplicity. We pay special attention to sourcing from our local producers, representing President Roosevelt’s belief to “Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” We offer an exciting happy hour, energetic bottomless brunch (Sundays), and a perfect match of social energy and food culture.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Seafood
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 872-8700
Website
http://teddyandthebullybar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Gregoria Contreras Chef de Cuisine
Catering
Outside catering available for anyone in the DC region. Full services for off site catering available. Let us bring the Teddy experience to your next event. At your home or office, we feature professional service, outstanding cuisine and complete customer service.
Private party facilities
Fabulous Private Event spaces. Seated dinner for up to 200 with standing reception/buffet for up to 250.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator: (202) 872-8700
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1200 19th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036
Neighborhood
Dupont Circle
Cross street
19th & M
Parking details
To park with ease around Teddy & The Bully Bar, please click on the link below to see the closest parking lots, including pricing and lot timings. To make parking easier, we recommend reserving a discounted parking spot in advance here: http://www.parkme.com/link/teddy-bully-bar
Public transit
2 Blocks from Dupont Circle Metro Stop on the Red Line. Please take the South Side Exit (19th & Dupont Circle)
Entertainment
Live DJ every Sunday at Brunch from 10:30am till 3:30pm
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Deviled Eggs$11.00
mustard, aleppo peppers
Crispy Calamari$18.00
pickled peppers, roasted jalapeno aioli
Prosciutto Toast$21.00
peaches, whipped sheep's milk ricotta, fig balsamic
Brussels Sprouts$18.00
strawberry mostarda, feta yogurt, mint, basil
Teddy Fries$12.00
teddy sauce, truffle aioli
Corn Bread$13.00
honey butter, berry jam
Cripy Green Tomatoes$17.00
blue cheese, green goddess, bacon jam
Teddy Mac & Cheese$17.00
cheddar, parmesan, smoked gouda, herb bread crumbs

SALADS

Watermelon Burrata Salad$21.00
arugula peso, sangria vinaigrette, pine nuts
Chopped Salad$19.00
snap peas, charred spring onions, goat cheese, fennel, mustard vinaigrette
Tomato Salad$18.00
smoked feta cheese, toasted corn, serrano vinaigrette
Wedge Salad$18.00
bacon jam, heirloom tomatoes, blue cheese green goddess dressing
Grilled Peach Kale Salad$26.00
feta cheese, pickled cucumber, hazelnuts
Steak Salad$29.00
grilled kale, plums, blue cheese, radish, bacon, avocado, tomato, house ranch
- Rare$0.00
- Med Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Med Well$0.00
- Well$0.00
Cobb Salad$25.00
grilled chicken, egg, blue cheese, radish, bacon, avocado, tomato, house ranch
Avocado & Cucumber Salad$25.00
ponzu vinaigrette, red shiso, radish sprouts

ENTREES

parsnip lyonnaise, chives, capers, currants, lemon beurre monté

Miso Glazed Salmon$32.00
lemon brussels, carrot ginger puree, yuzu vinaigrette
- Rare$0.00
- Med Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Med Well$0.00
- Well$0.00
Carrot Risotto$31.00
lemon ricotta, pistachios, carrot top pesto
Ricotta Gnocchi$29.00
basil pesto, tomato, sofrito, crispy garlic chips
Milanese Flounder$25.00
beurre monte, summer tomato relish
Steak & Frites$29.00
truffle-parmesan butter, asparagus, red wine demi
- Rare$0.00
- Med Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Med Well$0.00
- Well$0.00
Grilled Black Bass$42.00

EXTRAS

EXTRA - Mayo$0.50
EXTRA - Ketchup$0.50
EXTRA - Teddy Sauce$0.50
EXTRA - Truffle Aioli$0.50
EXTRA - Ranch$0.50

What 2,060 people are saying

Teddy & The Bully Bar 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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Teddy & The Bully Bar offers a vibrant atmosphere with standout service, described as "amazing," and a diverse menu that includes favorites like ribs and raw oysters. Diners appreciate the "delicious" food and lively brunches with bottomless mimosas. While some found portions small or service slow, many highlight the "great ambiance" and exceptional staff.

2,060 Reviews

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Jeff VIP
New Orleans / Louisiana22 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
there were very few patrons when we arrived so it gave me pause, perhaps it would not be a good experience. That was far from the reality! Our server was excellent , friendly and efficient. We had a selection of raw oysters , fresh and beautifully presented. Also had the prosciutto toast and I could have had more of that mouthwatering treat! Wow! The salmon, braised short rib and the pork tenderloin were each prepared in a unique manner that made each dish the envy if the other! Its on my do not miss list for next time in DC. (Turns out having a holiday weekend means fewer patrons in the Dupont Circle area)
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Denise VIP
Washington, D.C. Area92 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The new menu has some nice options. I like the watermelon salad, only comment is more burrata the better. The crispy green tomatoes are great.
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ronda
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
1.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Host was HORRIBLE and the music was wayyyyy to loud. Had to yell while eating. They brought out my grits and toast 10 minutes before my meal. Unacceptable. Being in the food industry...much more training needs to be done. I will NOT recommend this restaurant to anyone
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Laura VIP
Washington, D.C. Area15 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
A hostess told us we could not sit in a front room unless she moved a bunch of things around. We were a party of 3 and the restaurant was, and remained, more than half empty throughout our stay. We were taken to a chilly back room. Table after table refused it and were moved to the other dining room or to the bar. The waffle process was needlessly complicated and I ended up with a $20 waffle without syrup. Upon request our waiter brought a sickly sweet, viscous substance identified as syrup. But it was generic Karo or similar. The fake syrup stood out even more because of the fake “whipped butter” which may have had a drop of butter in whipped food service generic Cool Whip. My husband enjoyed the micro tapas as part of his unlimited brunch. More frozen guests wised up to the pretty meat locker we were stored in. Eventually the music went from lively to main event in the front room, blaring over everything in the restaurant. As we passed the sun-lit front room again out of our frigid annex, we noticed that the smoke from the food bar filled the dining room air. It left a bad taste, but after all this, the real sour pill was the 4+ percent economic impact BS fee tacked onto the bill. Diners hate these tacky fees. Adjust your pricing accordingly and drop the editorial. Or maybe you think diners would reject a $20.80 waffle with prison toppings served in a meat locker? Beautiful restaurant. Nice server when he could make it back to our hideout. Overall a preventable shame.
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rafael
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a great experience dining out yesterday, June 6. The food was delicious—fresh, well-prepared, and full of flavor. What really stood out, though, was the excellent service. Our server was incredibly attentive, polite, and helpful throughout the entire meal, making us feel truly welcomed and taken care of. The overall environment was lively and positive, especially with the Pride celebration happening. It added a joyful and inclusive energy to the space that made the evening even more special. Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for great food, outstanding service, and a vibrant atmosphere!
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Wayne
Washington, D.C. Area11 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Teddy was its usual energetic experience but for my guests it was unexpected when one ordered the ribs which cam as a FULL rack and delicious. Our waiter was the real highlight of the experience with a charming and warm smile, great recomendations and high quality service. Ask for Kevin R. he will guide you through the menu. An absolutly positive and enjoyable experience.
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Lee Ann
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is one of my favorite go tos for meeting a gal pal for lunch or happy hour. it has a large menu and everything I have tried has been good. It has a lively but not loud atmosphere and the staff is always nice.
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JOY
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really loved the brunch. The service was also good. My favorite mimosa was the guava flavor.
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Aprill VIP
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
This restaurant was grossly understaffed. Our server, Imani, did her best with the circumstances and was always pleasant, but the table paid for bottomless mimosas, and it took an hour to get drinks. The food outside of the omelet and waffle station primarily came out cold. Overall, it was a disappointing experience.
Teddy & The Bully BarResponded on May 28, 2025
Hello Aprill, We're sorry to hear about your recent experience at Teddy & The Bully Bar. We apologize for the understaffing and the delay in service you encountered. We're glad our server was pleasant and did her best, but we understand that the overall experience was not up to par. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance in the future to provide the top-notch experience our customers deserve. Best Regards, The Management Team
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Faith
Baltimore / Maryland1 review
3.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
While the staff was nice and tried to be accommodating, they ran out of food and champagne during bottomless brunch. Our group went hungry and paid for something that we did not receive. Additionally, all of the food that we did get took a long time to come out and came out cold. Some items had great flavor such as the kale salad, shrimp and grits and the peach cobbler french toast, others were overcooked or underwhelming like the chicken and waffles, cheesesteak flatbread and the sliders. I know this may not be the standard experience, but it was very disappointing.
Teddy & The Bully BarResponded on May 28, 2025
Hey Faith, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Teddy & The Bully Bar. We're glad to hear that our staff was able to accommodate you despite running out of food during your bottomless brunch. However, we're sorry to hear about the longer wait times and the cold food that you didn't receive. We strive to provide a great experience for all of our guests and it seems we fell short during your visit. Your feedback is invaluable and will be used to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide the quality experience you deserve. Best, Teddy & The Bully Bar Management Team
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FAQs

Teddy & The Bully Bar offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Teddy & The Bully Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 872-8700.

Teddy & The Bully Bar is rated 4.4 stars by 2060 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 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

1200 19th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036

Additional information

Cross street
19th & M
Neighborhood
Dupont Circle
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
To park with ease around Teddy & The Bully Bar, please click on the link below to see the closest parking lots, including pricing and lot timings. To make parking easier, we recommend reserving a discounted parking spot in advance here: http://www.parkme.com/link/teddy-bully-bar
Public transit
2 Blocks from Dupont Circle Metro Stop on the Red Line. Please take the South Side Exit (19th & Dupont Circle)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Gregoria Contreras Chef de Cuisine
Entertainment
Live DJ every Sunday at Brunch from 10:30am till 3:30pm
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://teddyandthebullybar.com/
Phone number
(202) 872-8700
Catering
Outside catering available for anyone in the DC region. Full services for off site catering available. Let us bring the Teddy experience to your next event. At your home or office, we feature professional service, outstanding cuisine and complete customer service.
Private party facilities
Fabulous Private Event spaces. Seated dinner for up to 200 with standing reception/buffet for up to 250.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator: (202) 872-8700

Teddy & The Bully Bar

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Private Events

Custom inquiry

Teddy Fries

Brussels Sprouts

Steak Salad

STARTERS

Deviled Eggs$11.00

Crispy Calamari$18.00

Prosciutto Toast$21.00

Brussels Sprouts$18.00

Teddy Fries$12.00

Corn Bread$13.00

Cripy Green Tomatoes$17.00

Teddy Mac & Cheese$17.00

SALADS

Watermelon Burrata Salad$21.00

Chopped Salad$19.00

Tomato Salad$18.00

Wedge Salad$18.00

Grilled Peach Kale Salad$26.00

Steak Salad$29.00

Cobb Salad$25.00

Avocado & Cucumber Salad$25.00

ENTREES

Miso Glazed Salmon$32.00

Carrot Risotto$31.00

Ricotta Gnocchi$29.00

Milanese Flounder$25.00

Steak & Frites$29.00

Grilled Black Bass$42.00

EXTRAS

EXTRA - Mayo$0.50

EXTRA - Ketchup$0.50

EXTRA - Teddy Sauce$0.50

EXTRA - Truffle Aioli$0.50

EXTRA - Ranch$0.50

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Teddy & The Bully Bar offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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