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Chaplin

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4.8

1607 Reviews

$30 and under

Japanese

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 33 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Chaplin's Restaurant & Bar is a 1930's style Japanese Ramen House and cocktail bar. Chaplin's Executive Chef and Partner, Myo Htun, is originally from Burma, but was cooking ramen in Japan at a young age. Myo received a blessing from his mentor in Japan after nearly 30 years of cooking in Japan, to come to America and continue to showcase his authentic Ramen and traditional Japanese cuisine. Chaplin's Restaurant demonstrates the aesthetic of a bustling ramen house in Japan in the 1930's silent film era. There is also a large outdoor dining area that is dog friendly. Chaplin's is located in the heart of the Historic Shaw neighborhood. And it is open until last call 7 days a week. Chaplin's received a Plate certification in the Michelin Guide in 2020. And it is located steps from the convention center and popular Logan Circle, 14th street and City Market.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Asian, Ramen
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:45 am Fri 4:00 pm–1:45 am Sat 12:00 pm–1:45 am Sun 12:00 pm–12:45 am Kitchen Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 644-8806
Website
http://www.chaplinsdc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Myo Htun
Private party facilities
Chaplin's serves as a perfect venue for events both large and small. Our restaurant can fit up to 300 guests, and has smaller spaces to accommodate semi-private events. Our Events Packages can be customizable to fit any events needs!

Location
1501 9th St. NW, Washington, DC 20001
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Area
Shaw
Cross Street
9th and P NW
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Mt. Vernon/Convention Center - Walk north on 7th Street 3 blocks and take a left on P Street. Chaplin's will be on your rightShaw/Howard - Use the R Street exit, walk south on 8th street towards Rhode Island Ave. Take a right on Rhode Island and then a left on 9th Street NW. Walk south 2 blocks. Chaplin's will be on your left.
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Popular dishes

Veggie ShioUS$15.00
bok choy, napa cabbage, carrot, onion, bean sprouts, scallions; Wakame broth; Vegan & Gluten Free options
MisoUS$16.00
ground pork, pork butt chashu, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, onion, scallions, nori; chicken broth
- Vegetarian/Vegan OptionsUS$14.00
Tan Tan MenUS$17.00
ground pork, bok choy, sesame paste, hot sesame oil, miso; chicken broth
- Vegetarian/Vegan OptionsUS$15.00
Stamina SpicyUS$16.00
sliced pork, scallions, garlic, ginger, poached egg, miso; chicken broth
ChaplinUS$16.00
pork belly chashu, stamina egg, scallions, bean sprouts, black sesame paste, tonkotsu; thickened pork broth
Chaplin A.S.S.US$16.00
asian spicy sour. chicken chashu (sliced chicken breast), scallions, lemongrass, coconut milk, red chili, cilantro; chicken broth
ShoyuUS$16.00
pork butt chashu, ground pork, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, onion, scallions, nori; chicken broth
Kid's RamenUS$5.00
noodles; chicken broth

Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten Free Ramen

Veggie ShioUS$15.00
bok choy, napa cabbage, carrot, onion, bean sprouts, scallions; Wakame broth

Seasonal Ramen (Cold)

Hiyashi Chuuka (Cold)US$16.00
cucumber, pork butt, stamina egg, wakame, pickled ginger, japanese mustard; chicken broth

Ramen Add Ons

Bok ChoyUS$2.00
Butter CornUS$2.00
WakameUS$2.00
Stamina EggUS$2.00
ChickenUS$4.00
GyozaUS$5.00
choice of pork, shrimp, vegetarian or beef
Pork ButtUS$4.00
Pork Belly ChashuUS$5.00
KakuniUS$5.00
Extra NoodlesUS$4.00
Ground PorkUS$4.00
VegetablesUS$5.00
Age ButaUS$4.00
Fried TofuUS$3.00
NoriUS$2.00
Bamboo ShootsUS$3.00
Tori KaraageUS$5.00

Everything Else

Crowd Pleasers

Tori KaraageUS$12.00
Japanese-style fried chicken, sweet and spicy sauce
Chicken & Shrimp ShumaiUS$11.00
soy sauce, fish flake, ginger, onion, sesame oil; fried or traditional (steamed)
Pork ShumaiUS$11.00
soy sauce, fish flake, ginger, onion, sesame oil; fried or traditional (steamed)
Pork GyozaUS$11.00
napa, cabbage, onion, scallion, mushroom, bok choy, garlic, ginger; fried or traditional (steamed)
Beef GyozaUS$11.00
napa, cabbage, onion, scallion, mushroom, bok choy, garlic, ginger; fried or traditional (steamed)
Shrimp GyozaUS$11.00
napa, cabbage, onion, scallion, mushroom, bok choy, garlic, ginger; fried or traditional (steamed)
Vegetarian GyozaUS$11.00
tofu, napa, cabbage, onion, scallion, mushroom, bok choy, garlic, ginger; fried or traditional (steamed)
EdamameUS$5.00
steamed, salted soy beans
Fried WontonsUS$8.00
cream cheese, onion, crab salad and sweet/spicy sauce
Age ButaUS$11.00
deep fried kakuni pork belly, sweet/spicy sauce

Hot Impressions

Chicken KatsuUS$13.00
breaded and fried chicken, spicy potato salad, broccoli, curried coconut sauce
Fried TofuUS$6.00
sweet and spicy sauce, scallion
ChashuUS$11.00
stewed pork belly, spicy white scallions
KakuniUS$9.00
braised pork belly, bok choy, sweet soy based sauce
Chaplins BunsUS$10.00
Japanese braised pork, cucumber, carrot, cabbage, spicy teriyaki sauce, bao bun; two per order; available in vegetarian
Pork RibsUS$12.00
Japanese barbecue sauce, cucumber, carrot
Chicken YakisobaUS$16.00
pan-fried ramen noodle, napa, cabbage, carrot, onion, bean sprouts, scallion, sesame oil, pickled ginger, yakisoba sauce
- Available In VegetarianUS$15.00

Cold Impressions

Wakame SaladUS$9.00
chikuwa, seaweed, cucumber, tomato, sesame; vegetarian option without chikuwa
YakkoUS$9.00
silken tofu, seaweed, cucumber, fresh ginger, dried & shaved bonito flakes; vegetarian option without bonito flakes
Shabu SaladUS$11.00
sliced pork, romaine, red cabbage, carrot, black sesame seed, creamy ponzu sesame dressing; vegetarian option without sliced pork

Drunken Masters

Pay Day Injected Dumplings (4)US$16.00
+Beef, Pork, Shrimp or Vegetarian (choose one). Injection: Whiskey, lime, maple ginger, sriracha, soy sauce. Must Be 21 Years of Age or Older to Consume

Dessert

Caught In a CabaretUS$9.00
chocolate lava cake, cognac, vanilla ice cream, strawberries
Ichigo ParfaitUS$12.00
Japanese strawberry ice cream, strawberry jam, whipped cream, pound cake, corn flakes, strawberries
Japanese Ice CreamUS$7.50
Three Scoops; strawberry, green tea, vanilla
Japanese Ice CreamUS$2.50
One Scoop

What 1,607 people are saying

Chaplin 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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Washington, D.C. Area
Japanese
District of Columbia
Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chaplin offers a vibrant atmosphere with "delicious food" and "great drinks." The restaurant is celebrated for its "fantastic ramen," "spirit-forward cocktails," and accommodating service. Guests enjoy the "dog-friendly patio," "happy hour deals," and "unique atmosphere." Despite occasional noise, patrons praise Chaplin as their "go-to spot" for group gatherings and enjoyable dining experiences.

1,607 Reviews

D
Dana VIP
Denver11 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I never send food back. But I did here. I got the chicken curry. The sauce was hot but everything else inside the sauce was cold. Not room temperature, but cold! The waiter didn’t come back in time to ask if everything came out ok, so I didn’t eat, as we were rushing to make an event. The appetizers were ok, but not worth the hype. Place was packed and festive, so I guess the star ratings from other diners are related to the atmosphere.
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Rhea
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the food, drinks ambience and service. Our server was really nice and warm and the ambience really set the tone for a lovely evening.
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KAA1
Washington DC7 reviews
3.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
This is not our first time at Chaplin and we like the place. However the food was okay. The main issue is being told that we have to leave after around 1.5 hour of arrival (the reservation page says table will be reserved for 2 hours for parties of up to 4 - and we were 3). The manager came and told us he needs the table in 5 minutes- we had finished food and were debating desserts. A table of 2 next to us arrived before us and left after we left!
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JeNard
Tallahassee6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Experience per usual and Tony was excellent!
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Monica
Washington DC34 reviews
4.0
Dined on 26 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great place for Ramen! Service was good but the place felt a bit empty
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Marc
Washington DC337 reviews
4.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We treated a friend to a birthday dinner at Chaplin. We heartily approved of the food. Each of us enjoyed his ramen, and the Japanese-style appetizers were also very good. We also appreciated that the restaurant offers happy hour drink specials until 7 pm on weekends. Service was also fine. We were less enthused by the dining room. Incredibly dark! Granted, we were the three oldest patrons in the restaurant, but it was difficult to discern how even folks in their 20s could have read the menu in the ambient light. The sound level in the room was also quite high (the sound system was belting out tunes that seemed intended for people 15 years older than the median diner), which made conversation difficult. We ate our prior meals at Chaplin on the patio, which is preferable when weather permits. More comfortable, quieter, and even after sunset, less dark!
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Stetson
Washington DC15 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Consistently great food, drinks, and service. Tony was a superstar waiter who took great care of us.
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Mark
Alabama1 review
4.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great vibes - had an awesome soundtrack going and great service. Food was reasonably priced and very tasty. I recommend the shumai.
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Amanda
Washington DC2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Tables are very close together, food delicious and drinks too!
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David VIP
Washington DC40 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food & service!! We celebrated our birthdays here, and our server (who also managed the bar) was VERY attentive & accommodating.
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FAQs

Chaplin offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Chaplin also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 644-8806.

Chaplin is rated 4.8 stars by 1607 OpenTable diners.

Chaplin does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 33 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1501 9th St. NW, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
9th and P NW
Area
Shaw
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:45 am Fri 4:00 pm–1:45 am Sat 12:00 pm–1:45 am Sun 12:00 pm–12:45 am Kitchen Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Asian, Ramen
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Mt. Vernon/Convention Center - Walk north on 7th Street 3 blocks and take a left on P Street. Chaplin's will be on your rightShaw/Howard - Use the R Street exit, walk south on 8th street towards Rhode Island Ave. Take a right on Rhode Island and then a left on 9th Street NW. Walk south 2 blocks. Chaplin's will be on your left.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Myo Htun
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.chaplinsdc.com/
Phone number
(202) 644-8806
Private party facilities
Chaplin's serves as a perfect venue for events both large and small. Our restaurant can fit up to 300 guests, and has smaller spaces to accommodate semi-private events. Our Events Packages can be customizable to fit any events needs!

Gift card

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Chaplin

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card

Kid's Ramen

Fried Wontons

Pork Gyoza

Ramen

All Ramen

Veggie ShioUS$15.00

MisoUS$16.00

Tan Tan MenUS$17.00

Stamina SpicyUS$16.00

ChaplinUS$16.00

Chaplin A.S.S.US$16.00

ShoyuUS$16.00

Kid's RamenUS$5.00

Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten Free Ramen

Veggie ShioUS$15.00

Seasonal Ramen (Cold)

Hiyashi Chuuka (Cold)US$16.00

Ramen Add Ons

Bok ChoyUS$2.00

Butter CornUS$2.00

WakameUS$2.00

Stamina EggUS$2.00

ChickenUS$4.00

GyozaUS$5.00

Pork ButtUS$4.00

Pork Belly ChashuUS$5.00

KakuniUS$5.00

Extra NoodlesUS$4.00

Ground PorkUS$4.00

VegetablesUS$5.00

Age ButaUS$4.00

Fried TofuUS$3.00

NoriUS$2.00

Bamboo ShootsUS$3.00

Tori KaraageUS$5.00

Everything Else

Crowd Pleasers

Tori KaraageUS$12.00

Chicken & Shrimp ShumaiUS$11.00

Pork ShumaiUS$11.00

Pork GyozaUS$11.00

Beef GyozaUS$11.00

Shrimp GyozaUS$11.00

Vegetarian GyozaUS$11.00

EdamameUS$5.00

Fried WontonsUS$8.00

Age ButaUS$11.00

Hot Impressions

Chicken KatsuUS$13.00

Fried TofuUS$6.00

ChashuUS$11.00

KakuniUS$9.00

Chaplins BunsUS$10.00

Pork RibsUS$12.00

Chicken YakisobaUS$16.00

Cold Impressions

Wakame SaladUS$9.00

YakkoUS$9.00

Shabu SaladUS$11.00

Drunken Masters

Pay Day Injected Dumplings (4)US$16.00

Dessert

Caught In a CabaretUS$9.00

Ichigo ParfaitUS$12.00

Japanese Ice CreamUS$7.50

Japanese Ice CreamUS$2.50

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Chaplin offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Chaplin restaurant rated?

Does Chaplin offer gift cards?

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