Morrison-Clark Restaurant

4.5

559 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for business meals

The Main Dining Room is highlighted by gilded mirrors, Italian marble fireplaces, and crystal chandeliers. The tantalizing cuisine is innovative and fresh, its style is regional American. The Morrison Clark Restaurant is consistently rated among Washington's finest. Experience the storied legacy of a 19th Century Victorian mansion, now a full-service hotel and restaurant, proud to be on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 898-1200
Website
http://www.morrisonclark.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Full creative catering service is available.
Private party facilities
Allow The Morrison-Clark Historic Inn and Restaurant to serve as a vibrant retreat guaranteed to infuse your special event with new energy and fresh ideas. One of the most storied hotels in Washington DC, our unique blend of historic elegance and modern facilities offers you a distinct advantage.
Private party contact
Erin Sterling: (202) 587-1389

Location
1011 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001
Area
Downtown
Cross Street
Between 10th and 11th on L st
Parking details
$20 Valet Parking through the hotel
Public transit
Metro Center (Red, Blue and Orange) and Mt Vernon Square, 7th St. Convention Center (Green and Yellow)
Additional
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Experiences

Valentine's Dinner
US$85.00 per person
14 Feb 2025 only
Menu coming soon
Easter Brunch
US$65.00 per person
20 Apr 2025 only
Menu coming soon

MORRISON SPECIAL US$18.00
Two eggs scrambled, breakfast potatoes, toast Choice of bacon or turkey sausage, coffee or juice
FRIED EGG BREAKFAST SANDWICHUS$12.00
Croissant, cheddar, choice of bacon or turkey sausage
CONTINENTAL BREAKFASTUS$16.00
Fresh fruit, croissant or toast, cup of coffee
FRENCH TOASTUS$15.00
Maple syrup, choice of bacon or turkey sausage
CLARK OMELET US$18.00
Ham, spinach, mushroom, tomatoes, onions, cheddar, breakfast potatoes, toast
EGGS BENEDICT US$18.00
Toasted English muffin, home fries, poached eggs, hollandaise sauce, choice of Canadian bacon or spinach & tomato
VEGETARIAN OMELETUS$16.00
Green peppers, onions, mushrooms, breakfast potatoes, toast
BELGIAN WAFFLESUS$13.00
Seasonal fruit, whipped cream, choice of bacon or turkey sausage
FRESH FRUIT PARFAIT US$15.00
Granola, fresh fruit, choice of yogurt or milk
SMOKED SALMON US$19.00
Plain bagel, smoked salmon, tomatoes, onions, capers

Breakfast Sides

Bagel & cream cheeseUS$7.00
Assorted cereal & milkUS$5.00
Toast, butter & preserves US$4.00
Two free range eggs, any styleUS$6.00
Nueske's bacon US$6.00
Turkey sausageUS$6.00
Mixed fruit US$10.00

Breakfast Beverages

Coffee, regular or decafUS$5.00
Harney & Sons premium teaUS$5.00
Espresso US$6.00
CappuccinoUS$7.00
Orange, cranberry, apple juice US$5.00
Hot chocolateUS$5.00
Whole or soy milk US$4.00

Lunch

Lobster ChowderUS$12.00
Lobster, Corn, Potato & Cream
Grilled Mini Wheel of BrieUS$16.00
Apricot Jam & Crostini
Crispy Artichoke Quarters US$12.00
Marinara Sauce
Mushroom FlatbreadUS$20.00
Forest Blend Mushrooms, Provolone & Mozzarella, Baby Arugula, White Truffle Oil
Classic CaesarUS$12.00
Romaine Hearts, Parmesan Cheese, Croutons
CalamariUS$14.00
Sweet Chili Sauce
Shrimp TacosUS$22.00
Avocado cream, mango relish, soft tortilla
Crab Cake SandwichUS$29.00
Remoulade, cole slaw, French fries
Chicken PiccataUS$26.00
Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes, Lemon Caper Sauce
MORRISON BURGER US$18.00
Angus beef, lettuce, tomato, Wisconsin cheddar, mayonnaise, French fries
Pappardelle PastaUS$19.00
Mushroom Ragu, Parmesan Reggiano
Salmon Burger US$19.00
House Made Salmon Cake, Lettuce, Tomato, Spicy Mayo
Turkey ClubUS$16.00
Smoked Turkey, Bacon, Swiss or Cheddar, White Or Wheat Bread, Mayo
Morrison SaladUS$12.00
Spring Greens, Cranberries, Dates, Candied Walnuts, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Champagne Vinaigrette
Crab Cake SandwichUS$29.00
Remoulade, Cole Slaw
Salmon BurgerUS$19.00
House Made Salmon Cake, Lettuce, Tomato, Spicy Mayo
Morrison BurgerUS$18.00
8oz Angus Burger, Wisconsin Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayonnaise, Olive Oil Bun
Shrimp TacosUS$22.00
Avocado Cream, Mango Relish, Small House Salad
Pappardelle Pasta US$19.00
Mushroom Ragu, Parmesan Reggiano
Chicken PiccataUS$26.00
Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes, Lemon Caper Sauc
Peppered AhiUS$22.00
Bamboo Rice, Avocado, Cucumber, Mango & Honey Lime Vinaigrette
Turkey ClubUS$16.00
Smoked Turkey, Bacon, Swiss or Cheddar, White
Chicken Cobb WrapUS$17.00
Romaine, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Bacon, Avocado, Tomato, Hard Cooked Egg, Buttermilk Dressing

Dinner

SHRIMP & GRITSUS$25.00
Cheesy Stone Ground Grits, Tasso Ham
Lobster ChowderUS$12.00
Lobster, Corn, Potato & Cream
Grilled Mini Wheel of BrieUS$16.00
Apricot Jam & Crostini
House Cured Beet Salmon
Dill Crepes & Crème Fraiche
Filet MignonUS$45.00
7oz Beef Tenderloin, Shredded Potato Cake, Bordelaise
Crispy Artichoke Quarters US$12.00
Marinara Sauce
CalamariUS$14.00
Sweet Chili Sauce
Mushroom FlatbreadUS$20.00
Forest Blend Mushrooms, Provolone & Mozzarella, Baby Arugula, White Truffle Oil
Classic CaesarUS$12.00
Romaine Hearts, Parmesan Cheese, Croutons
CalamariUS$14.00
Sweet Chili Sauce
Pan Seared Diver ScallopsUS$38.00
Celery Root Puree, Herb Cream
Grilled Atlantic SalmonUS$27.00
Jasmine Rice, Dill Beurre Blanc
Chicken PiccataUS$26.00
Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes, Lemon Caper Sauce
Jumbo Lump Crab CakesUS$38.00
Grilled Asparagus
Pappardelle PastaUS$19.00
Mushroom Ragu, Parmesan Reggiano
Shrimp & GritsUS$32.00
Cheesy Stone Ground Grits, Tasso Ham
Filet Mignon US$45.00
7oz Beef Tenderloin, Shredded Potato Cake, Bordelaise
Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb
Ratatouille, Goat Cheese, Baby Spinach, Lamb Jus
Miso Glazed Chilean Sea BassUS$39.00
Steamed Jasmine Rice, Baby Bok Choy & Shiitake Mushrooms
Grilled Atlantic SalmonUS$27.00
Jasmine Rice, Dill Beurre Blanc
Chicken Piccata US$26.00
Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes, Lemon Caper Sauce
Jumbo Lump Crab CakesUS$38.00
Roasted Corn & Potato Hash, Grilled Asparagus & Lemon Butter Sauce
Pappardelle PastaUS$19.00
Mushroom Ragu, Parmesan Reggiano

Dinner Sides

Whipped Yukon Gold PotatoesUS$7.00
Local Market Fresh VegetablesUS$7.00
Roasted Brussels Sprout with ParmesanUS$7.00
Steamed Jasmine RiceUS$7.00
Baby Spinach with Roasted Garlic US$7.00

Dessert

available for lunch & dinner

Cheesecake US$12.00
Raspberry Sauce & Berries
TiramisuUS$12.00
Tuille and Chocolate Sauce
Chocolate MousseUS$12.00
Amarena Cherries
Apricot Bread PuddingUS$12.00
Vanilla Sauce

What 559 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

District of Columbia
Best Ambience
District of Columbia
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Morrison-Clark Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent presentation and taste." The elegant decor and top-notch service create a memorable ambiance. Diners rave about the ahi tuna, house salad, and desserts like chocolate cake and bread pudding. While some experience minor inconsistencies, the overall experience remains "very satisfying."

559 Reviews

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Thomas
Washington DC
40 reviews
4.0
40 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very nice experience. Quality food, fine service...we will return...
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Alan
New Orleans
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We booked this for Christmas lunch as it looked very quaint and romantic. We were not disappointed. A beautiful property inside an older hotel. The room was classic, clean, and distinguished and we felt like it was lovely for the type of meal we wanted to have on this special day. Our server was attentive and polite. The menu was simple as it was a special holiday. Choices were enough and we made our selections. We enjoyed our starters, entrees, and our desserts. Every bite! Wonderful!
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Gary
Seattle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Delightful service and the lobster chowder was amazing.
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Russell
New York City
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
A lovely room with two gas fireplaces that should have been lighted on this very cold night. Asked the waiter to light it and he offered to raise the heat. Ordered an old fashioned that came with no stirrer but needed to be stirred so I had to use my dinner fork. We ordered salads for starters which were fresh and tasty but kind of skimpy for$12. I had salmon which was slightly overcooked and my husband had crab cakes which he had to send back because they were cold. Hard time getting hold of the waiter for this as he was the only one but there were only two other tables besides us. The waiter was nice enough but got the impression he was bored with his job. We passed on dessert and left. Would not recommend. The food was ordinary, the sides were ok, the service was spotty.
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DIETER
New York City
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was good, though not outstanding. The service was friendly. Somehow our reservation was not easily found. It was put in the wrong time slot which led to some immediate confusion. We were very pleased that the ambience was peaceful and relatively quiet and relaxed.
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Steve
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Thanksgiving menu was great. It had something for everyone’s taste. We stuck to a traditional turkey course which was outstanding. The portions were generous and the service was very good.
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Sarah
VIP
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was good, but they were out of certain options on their pre-fix menu. There were a couple of issues with incorrect drink orders, but overall it was a peaceful ambiance.
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Lisa
VIP
Washington DC
88 reviews
5.0
88 reviews
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely thanksgiving meal. The selections were ample and the food was delicious. Turkey was tender and juicy served with what tasted like homemade cranberries. Squash soup was outstanding and duck egg rolls were wonderful, too. Everything was just special and our server, Julienna (?), was so gracious and kind. We will definitely dine there again. And the historic, traditional aspect of the Inn are noteworthy. Lovely experience.
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Christopher
Washington DC
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on 18 September 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
it's a hotel restaurant which is mainly there to feed their hotel guests. the Peri-Peri sardines were served still in the can which was bizarre and the shrimp and grits were not as creamy as they should be, and the rack of lamb was medium, not medium rare as requested. the service was excellent because there was nobody in the restaurant. Beautiful restaurant/ambience.
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Wilhemina
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambiance and food. Beautiful restaurant and good service.
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Morrison-Clark Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 559 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Morrison-Clark Restaurant

1011 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

Cross Street
Between 10th and 11th on L st
Area
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
$20 Valet Parking through the hotel
Public transit
Metro Center (Red, Blue and Orange) and Mt Vernon Square, 7th St. Convention Center (Green and Yellow)
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.morrisonclark.com/
Phone number
(202) 898-1200
Catering
Full creative catering service is available.
Private party facilities
Allow The Morrison-Clark Historic Inn and Restaurant to serve as a vibrant retreat guaranteed to infuse your special event with new energy and fresh ideas. One of the most storied hotels in Washington DC, our unique blend of historic elegance and modern facilities offers you a distinct advantage.
Private party contact
Erin Sterling: (202) 587-1389

Morrison-Clark Restaurant

Make a booking

Private dining

Additional information

Valentine's Dinner

Easter Brunch

Breakfast

MORRISON SPECIAL US$18.00

FRIED EGG BREAKFAST SANDWICHUS$12.00

CONTINENTAL BREAKFASTUS$16.00

FRENCH TOASTUS$15.00

CLARK OMELET US$18.00

EGGS BENEDICT US$18.00

VEGETARIAN OMELETUS$16.00

BELGIAN WAFFLESUS$13.00

FRESH FRUIT PARFAIT US$15.00

SMOKED SALMON US$19.00

Breakfast Sides

Bagel & cream cheeseUS$7.00

Assorted cereal & milkUS$5.00

Toast, butter & preserves US$4.00

Two free range eggs, any styleUS$6.00

Nueske's bacon US$6.00

Turkey sausageUS$6.00

Mixed fruit US$10.00

Breakfast Beverages

Coffee, regular or decafUS$5.00

Harney & Sons premium teaUS$5.00

Espresso US$6.00

CappuccinoUS$7.00

Orange, cranberry, apple juice US$5.00

Hot chocolateUS$5.00

Whole or soy milk US$4.00

Lunch

Lobster ChowderUS$12.00

Grilled Mini Wheel of BrieUS$16.00

Crispy Artichoke Quarters US$12.00

Mushroom FlatbreadUS$20.00

Classic CaesarUS$12.00

CalamariUS$14.00

Shrimp TacosUS$22.00

Crab Cake SandwichUS$29.00

Chicken PiccataUS$26.00

MORRISON BURGER US$18.00

Pappardelle PastaUS$19.00

Salmon Burger US$19.00

Turkey ClubUS$16.00

Morrison SaladUS$12.00

Crab Cake SandwichUS$29.00

Salmon BurgerUS$19.00

Morrison BurgerUS$18.00

Shrimp TacosUS$22.00

Pappardelle Pasta US$19.00

Chicken PiccataUS$26.00

Peppered AhiUS$22.00

Turkey ClubUS$16.00

Chicken Cobb WrapUS$17.00

Dinner

SHRIMP & GRITSUS$25.00

Lobster ChowderUS$12.00

Grilled Mini Wheel of BrieUS$16.00

House Cured Beet Salmon

Filet MignonUS$45.00

Crispy Artichoke Quarters US$12.00

CalamariUS$14.00

Mushroom FlatbreadUS$20.00

Classic CaesarUS$12.00

CalamariUS$14.00

Pan Seared Diver ScallopsUS$38.00

Grilled Atlantic SalmonUS$27.00

Chicken PiccataUS$26.00

Jumbo Lump Crab CakesUS$38.00

Pappardelle PastaUS$19.00

Shrimp & GritsUS$32.00

Filet Mignon US$45.00

Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb

Miso Glazed Chilean Sea BassUS$39.00

Grilled Atlantic SalmonUS$27.00

Chicken Piccata US$26.00

Jumbo Lump Crab CakesUS$38.00