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Old Ebbitt Grill
American Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant, and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington
The oysters at Old Ebbitt Grill is a can't miss
"Try the eggs chesapeake, they're outstanding!"(15 Tips)
"Late night oyster happy hour from 11-close is the best in the city!"(10 Tips)
"Orca platter 1/2 price during happy hour, great deal!"(9 Tips)
"The Trout Parmesan is huge…but delicious!"(9 Tips)
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For an escape from mobile phone service visit the back bar. No AT&T signal.
Go for the Orca Platter. Half off between 3-6pm and after 11pm except Fri & Sat.
Don't have time to wait? Grab a seat at the bar. They have a full service menu there.
Ken ColburnSeptember 13, 2010Bypass the crowds waiting out front and walk to the back bar & let Rick tell you which specials to order!- A BCMarch 12, 2014The grilled pizza is terrible. Way too salty. The Walrus burger on the hand is amazing. Go for it.
Katie ShaverNovember 4, 2011Make a reservation on OpenTable - we did on the way over, and everyone else is waiting 40 minutes!
Shanda McGowenJune 18, 2015Dined @ The Old Ebbitt Grill and was highly disappointed. A lot of hype, nice atmosphere but not worth the price tag. Historic building does not mean a 5 star meal.
Christina PoonApril 29, 2013Oyster happy hour is the best deal in town. Sit at the bar and pray Joe is your bartender. He's the best. He really made us feel welcome. We'll definitely be back here next time we're in DC.
Janice LeahNovember 4, 2010Good food...try the Dijon-crusted chicken breast with mushroom bread pudding. Yum!
Walter WhitakerMay 27, 2014Went for breakfast. average at best but nice atmosphere and loaded with history
Jon HodgsonAugust 30, 2010The "Starr Hill Northern Lights IPA" is a no-foreplay IPA. It goes straight to the bitter with no fruity before.
Nakeva (Photography) CorothersNovember 3, 2011Try the Fried Oyster Sandwich - Good Old Oyster Po Boy
No politics at the bar. Seriously. It's not allowed.
DermokichwaOctober 31, 2010The kitchen is super fast! Sit at the bar for lunch, hope for Steve, tip well!
NathashaMarch 20, 2010Check out their late-night happy hour. Mon-Thurs, 11pm-1am. Order the "Orca Platter". Amazing.
Back bar. See Margaret Ann. Best whole lobster deal in town.
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Oldest dining saloon in DC. Across from White House. American Fare. Largest selection of oysters in DC. Open daily-breakfast, lunch, dinner, late-night.
Closed until 11:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
(202) 347-4800
View menu on http://www.ebbitt.com/menus
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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JL - 7.5
"AMAZING bottomless brunch. Great vibes, venue, food, and service. Drinks are amazing too!! Perfect place for a group brunch"
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- 8.7
"Tons of history here. The house looks amazing and the grounds are so well kept."
Karen - 9.4
"Tall AF! 🙈 enjoy the green areas around it. View and refreshing weather is a highlight."
Yasaman Mahdian - 9.0
"My absolute favorite spot. They make the best old fashions and they have the best brussels sprouts recipe."
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