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Old Ebbitt Grill, Washington, DC
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Old Ebbitt Grill

$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:30
Booked 366 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for business meals
Founded in 1856, Old Ebbitt Grill is Washington, DC's oldest saloon and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Situated in the heart of the city, just steps from The White House, this historic landmark offers a timeless blend of classic American cuisine and unparalleled hospitality. Old Ebbitt Grill promises a memorable visit filled with a warm ambiance and a seasonal menu spanning from freshly shucked oysters to house-made pastas and perfectly prepared steaks & chops. From the Rooftop Terrace to the Atrium or Cabinet Room, Ebbitt's private dining spaces are ideal for celebrations ranging from small and intimate to grand and stylish.

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Executive chef: Joseph Allen

From the OpenTable editors: DC's oldest restaurant, just steps from the White House, continues to be one of the city’s most sought-after reservations for its historic ambiance and iconic oyster happy hours. Snag a seat in the main dining room decked with antique chandeliers and patriotic murals to feast on massive seafood towers, crab cakes, and premium steaks alongside local powerbrokers.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Fri 8:00 am–2:00 am Thu 10:00 am–12:00 am Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (202) 347-4800
  • Website
    https://www.ebbitt.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Please contact our Events Team by emailing oegevents@ebbitt.com or calling (202) 552-5000.
  • Private party facilities
    Just steps from The White House in downtown Washington, DC, Old Ebbitt is the perfect place for your next special occasion. The Cabinet Room and Atrium can accommodate a wide range of private events while our rooftop terrace offers some of the best views in the city. To learn more, please contact our team at oegevents@ebbitt.com or (202) 552-5000.
  • Private party contact
    Jordan Hammes: (202) 552-5000
  • Location
    675 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    15th between F and G
  • Parking details
    Paid parking available in nearby lots - PMI on NY Avenue in between 15th & 14th Streets; LAZ on G Street between 15th and 14th Streets;
  • Public transit
    Metro: Red Line to Metro Center, Orange/Blue to McPherson Square
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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What 29,556 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Most Booked

  • District of Columbia

    American

  • District of Columbia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Old Ebbitt Grill, a timeless DC icon, is celebrated for its "excellent service," "outstanding food," and vibrant atmosphere. Known for "amazing crab cakes" and "exceptional oysters," this historic venue offers diverse dining areas and a charmingly classic setting. Reservations are highly recommended to fully enjoy this beloved establishment.

29,556 Reviews

  1. Rhiannon

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the pleasure of being taken care of by Jack. He is worth his weight in gold and made us feel like we were the only people there. Thank you!

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  2. Isabel

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Old Ebbit is lovely and the food was absolutely delicious.

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  3. Pam

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband loves the atmosphere and food here. So it was a natural pick when we found ourselves in DC on his birthday. He loved the oysters, his steak, and the excellent service

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  4. Janet

    Philadelphia

    44 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We were a party of 6 and they sat us in the very back of a lobby atrium of an office building however it was a lot more quiet than the main restaurant area. The server was pretty awful. Never came to our table to see if we needed another drink or ask how was our meals. This is the problem when their tip of 20% is automatically added to the bill. We would have given her 10% at best. Food was very nice though. Would not return.

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  5. Omar

    Hawaii

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow, as advertised, great host, server, manager!!!! The food we ordered was all superb!!! Crab cake to start, wife ordered the meatloaf, I had the short rib stroganoff. We had reservations and thankful we thought ahead, the 1330 lunch rush was visible on the weekend. I ordered a bloody mary, only portion of the meal which I thought lacked attention. Manager passed by the table and was very nice!!! Thank you for the Carrot cake, it was phenomenal. Highly would recommend and glad we came!!!

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  6. Michael

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress Isabel was excellent. She provided us with descriptions of various meals along with information of fan favorites. She was very attentive to all of our needs.

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  7. chris

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was awful. Took 35 mins to get the check.

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  8. Karen

    Washington DC

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious! Old Ebbitt is a tried and true DC classic.

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  9. Tracy

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to celebrate my cousin's birthday and our waitress, Angie (I think that was her name) was awesome. She greeted us well, knew there was a birthday celebration and offered great recommendations. The food was superb - mussels, fried oysters, crab cake, and spinach & artichoke dip was also very good! Always a fun and great time Old Ebbitt and look forward to coming back again - an old staple for us!!!

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  10. Paul

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, great food, great time!! Must get a reservation, very popular establishment

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FAQs

Old Ebbitt Grill does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Old Ebbitt Grill also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 347-4800.

Old Ebbitt Grill is rated 4.8 stars by 29556 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:30
Booked 366 times today

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Google Map for Old Ebbitt Grill

675 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    15th between F and G
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Fri 8:00 am–2:00 am Thu 10:00 am–12:00 am Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Paid parking available in nearby lots - PMI on NY Avenue in between 15th & 14th Streets; LAZ on G Street between 15th and 14th Streets;
  • Public transit
    Metro: Red Line to Metro Center, Orange/Blue to McPherson Square
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Website
    https://www.ebbitt.com/
  • Phone number
    (202) 347-4800
  • Catering
    Please contact our Events Team by emailing oegevents@ebbitt.com or calling (202) 552-5000.
  • Private party facilities
    Just steps from The White House in downtown Washington, DC, Old Ebbitt is the perfect place for your next special occasion. The Cabinet Room and Atrium can accommodate a wide range of private events while our rooftop terrace offers some of the best views in the city. To learn more, please contact our team at oegevents@ebbitt.com or (202) 552-5000.
  • Private party contact
    Jordan Hammes: (202) 552-5000

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