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Old Ebbitt Grill

Old Ebbitt Grill

American Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant, and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington
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    Nate R.
    "Try the eggs chesapeake, they're outstanding!"(15 Tips)
    Sabrina Z.
    "Late night oyster happy hour from 11-close is the best in the city!"(10 Tips)
    Michelle S.
    "Orca platter 1/2 price during happy hour, great deal!"(9 Tips)
    Eric A.
    "The Trout Parmesan is huge…but delicious!"(9 Tips)
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  • J
    JMay 26, 2014
    Crab cakes, baked oysters, strawberry shortcake were all great!!
  • Banue
    BanueApril 28, 2013
    Chesapeake Benedict isn't on the menu for Saturday brunch but they will make to order! Very yum.
  • Jim T.
    Jim T.March 1, 2014
    One of my FAVORITE Restaurants in DC. A great place to just have a drink, too!
  • Karen L.
    Karen L.December 15, 2011
    Classic DC watering - hole. Consistently offers very good food but not great. Late night happy hour = half price oysters from the raw bar. It's a steal in DC. Mix of tourists and locals
  • Joao P.heart icon on user image
    Joao PieperApril 21, 2019
    Huge seafood plate!! Orca’s
  • Penny H.heart icon on user image
    Penny HalvorsenDecember 17, 2021
    Crab cakes and Clam Chowder are delicious!
  • Martin M.
    Martin ManApril 8, 2012
    The first time we came here Clint Eastwood had just made the movie in the line of fire. This restaurant is a must stop on any stay in DC
  • Chris L.
    Chris LintottMarch 17, 2023
    It’s busy, but there are four bars with open seating and it’s more fun there anyway. Ask at the desk for directions
  • Maria
    MariaApril 28, 2018
    Nice place, lots of people, good food (not outstanding though). Service was absolutely amazing!
  • Kim C.
    Kim ComptonMay 12, 2013
    Try the Cannoli Il Casa or the Crab cakes--both are outstanding! The mixed drinks are expensive but the Punch one tastes like grown up Hawaiian Punch.
  • Josh W.
    Josh WuDecember 23, 2013
    Crab cakes don't skimp out on the crab. Trout Parmesan is large and in charge
  • Julie W.heart icon on user image
    Julie WronskiSeptember 14, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Wonderful bar with great late night specials. Reasonably priced given how fancy the decor is.
  • Jorge M.heart icon on user image
    Jorge MachaenDecember 3, 2017
    Their sandwiches were really good. And the mixed drinks were on point. Fairly priced.
  • Kamilla M.heart icon on user image
    Kamilla MadsenJuly 9, 2014
    Get the buffalo wings for starters and share them! There are plenty for 2-3 people and they are damn good ;-)
  • daphne r.
    daphne reznikFebruary 16, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Eggs Long Island and Eggs Chesapeake. Also - raw oysters and Jonah crab claws during Happy Hour - great deal!
  • Mary Kate K.heart icon on user image
    Mary Kate KeapplerMarch 26, 2016
    Came for breakfast and everyone enjoyed their meal. Handled a table of 10 very well.
  • Chris H.heart icon on user image
    Chris HigginbothamJune 25, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    The hummus is surprisingly good. Great place for a casual after-work gathering
  • William H.heart icon on user image
    William HueppauffApril 13, 2016
    Great food and ambiance. Call ahead for reservation.
  • Paige N.heart icon on user image
    Paige NicoleApril 17, 2015
    Very good food --a great place to bring people from out of town given the history and proximity to sights
  • Eric A.
    Eric AndersenFebruary 12, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Hungry? The Trout Parmesan is huge…but delicious!
  • Thaís S.
    Thaís SoaresFebruary 14, 2019
    Try the fried calamari. The place is not as expensive as it may seem if you are going for beer and snacks.
  • Jade H.heart icon on user image
    Jade HJuly 12, 2020
    Very cool intimate date atmosphere. Preppy but not pretentious.
  • Melissa D.
    Melissa DelaCalzadaApril 25, 2010
    Brunch: The Breakfast Club - french toast, stuffed with ham/cheese, wrapped in bacon, baked crisp with vermont Maple Syrup... OMG!!!! Skip the fruit and order a side of cheddar grits.
  • Zintiha G, L.
    The bacon wrapped salmon with mashed potatoes and spinach was delicious! Try the Ebbitt Mojito as well!!
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    uncapdFebruary 17, 2014
    Sit at the back bar for late night happy hour, 1/2 price raw bar, great mix of people too.
  • Gus A.heart icon on user image
    Gus Alvarez MorenoJuly 30, 2016
    Eggs Benedict are one of the best I've had in the world.
  • Donna N.heart icon on user image
    Donna NurmiJanuary 27, 2016
    This is a DC landmark. Great food and service. Reservations are suggested.
  • The Daily Meal
    The Daily MealJune 17, 2011
    If you've always wanted to drink like a president, come to this Victorian-style saloon (the city's oldest watering hole) — a favorite of presidents Teddy Roosevelt, Grant, and Cleveland. Read more
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    Polina WeitzJuly 1, 2019
    Came for breakfast. Waffles were delicious, pancakes were just ok. I assume they are better for dinner/meat-related items. Decor and service are great.
  • Ryan E.heart icon on user image
    Ryan EickApril 14, 2022
    The oysters and crab cakes are absolutely incredible. But pro tip the crab cakes are tiny
  • Beth H.heart icon on user image
    Beth HolzAugust 8, 2015
    Oldest bar and restaurant in DC. Busy and loud. Enjoying the oysters and local pour.
  • Vino50: Grape American Road Trip
    Try the Assorted Raw Oysters - Nothing beats assorted oysters at the Ebbitt paired with a DC Brau Oyster Porter
  • Beth K.heart icon on user image
    Beth KMay 5, 2022
    Bloody maryland 😍 and the walrus seafood platter. So tasty
  • Tyler G.heart icon on user image
    Tyler GalpinDecember 6, 2014
    Sat us at a table right beside the kitchen door even though there was a good amount of seating available. Oysters were good. They forgot a spoon for the sauce though. Attention to detail is lacking.
  • Sheryl C.heart icon on user image
    Sheryl CampNovember 18, 2018
    Iconic place that everyone simply must go to once. The food is good.
  • Tim C.heart icon on user image
    Tim ChristensenJuly 2, 2019
    There’s a small, somewhat hidden out-of-the-way bar that only regulars know about. Shhh!
  • Pam B.heart icon on user image
    Pam BlumeJuly 22, 2016
    I had the pastrami sandwich for lunch. It had enough pastrami to open a deli! Yum!
  • James S.
    James SullivanJuly 25, 2013
    Try the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes With Corn And Tomato Chesapeake And Tom's Potatoes - Best crab cakes in DC
  • Ricky M.
    Ricky McDougallNovember 20, 2012
    Fried fish in many varieties. Very good food and drinks. Killer ambiance right next to the White House.
  • Alicia D.
    Alicia DunnSeptember 1, 2013
    Raw Bar HH will change your life
  • Christopher L.heart icon on user image
    Christopher LongAugust 7, 2014
    Family friendly, good beer selection, excellent salmon burger, fries, oysters.
  • Allison K.heart icon on user image
    Allison KaminskiJanuary 3, 2015
    Lunch portions were massive!! Had the oyster shooter, which was definitely different but tasty!
  • Alice F.
    Alice FerrisMarch 27, 2016
    Try the Liver and Onions with Bacon - The fanciest liver and onions I've ever seen. (via @Foodspotting)
  • Fr. John T.heart icon on user image
    Fr. John TrigilioJune 16, 2012
    GET THERE FOR HALF-PRICED APPETIZERS and order their oysters and shrimp. Food is exceptional, terrific ambiance and wonderful service.
  • Jim W.
    Jim WilliamsAugust 13, 2012
    Best place for comfort food in DC and you might just see anyone there. A great place for food and star sightings.
  • John P.heart icon on user image
    John PhillipsDecember 22, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    A bit lacking on the holiday spirit. They were running 45 minutes behind and the host said it was our fault for arriving 5 minutes late. That will win the hearts and minds of your customers....#fail
  • Chefs Feed
    Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014
    Adam Sobel, chef of Bourbon Steak, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Oysters on the half shell. Read more
  • Davinci Virtual
    Davinci VirtualJune 15, 2011
    Just steps away from The Whitehouse, Old Ebbitt Grill is a favorite of many past Presidents and still carries on the tradition of great food and service today!
  • Tom S.heart icon on user image
    Tom ScottMarch 25, 2023
    Often very busy but you can always just turn up and get a seat at one of the bars.
  • Philip T.heart icon on user image
    Philip TamDecember 10, 2014
    Great service and seafood. Great for special occasions or business meetings.
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