Dovetail

4.4

89 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

Exploring the crossroads of southern hospitality and Mid-Atlantic cuisine, Dovetail draws from regional ingredients to innovate with the dynamic flavors of the Northeast. Situated on the District's 14th Street corridor within Viceroy Washington DC, the indoor-outdoor restaurant offers rotating seasonal menus featuring the freshest ingredients from East Coast farmers, fishermen and purveyors. Relax on our all-weather outdoor patio for brunch or dinner while enjoying a destination raw bar with chilled Maine lobster and Chesapeake oysters, tantalizing appetizers like deviled eggs with kimchi or pork rinds with homemade ranch, exquisitely prepared dry aged steaks paired with fresh local vegetables, and sweet seasonal treats. Don't miss our happy hour where Dovetail's formidable beverage program is the star - highlighting local spirits, a selection of new and old world wines, craft brews, and inventive cocktails. At Dovetail, we're always up for sharing a good meal.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 742-3150
Website
https://www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/washington-dc/dovetail
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
James Gee
Catering
For booking private events, please contact: DC Sales Team Office 202 742-3144 dc.sales@viceroyhotelsandresorts.com
Private party facilities
For booking private events, please contact: DC Sales Team Office 202 742-3144 dc.sales@viceroyhotelsandresorts.com

Location
1430 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, DC 20005-5401
Area
Logan Circle
Cross Street
14th St. NW
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
McPherson Square - Orange, Silver and Blue Lines
Additional
Dog Friendly, Outdoor Firepit

Experiences

Dovetail Thanksgiving Experience
US$89.00 per person
28 Nov 2024 only
Celebrating Thanksgiving at Dovetail with Chef James Gee's 3-course Thanksgiving Dinner with specially priced wine by the bottle selection. Please refer to our website for the prix-fixe menu details.
New Year's Eve Dinner at Dovetail
US$99.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
Dovetail is Celebrating the New Year's Eve with An Astonishing 3-course Dinner Our acclaimed Executive Chef James curated. Please refer to our website for the prix-fixe menu details - we will also offer specially priced by the bottle selection.

Offers

Dovetail Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 16:00 - 17:00
HAPPY HOUR served from 4pm to 6pm, daily BAR BITES $10 royale with cheese burger $1 oysters, on half shell $5 hushpuppy fritters $4 snap cracklin' $7 crab deviled eggs $9 baked macaroni & pimento cheese BEVERAGES $6 house red, white or rosé $6 draft beer $10 sangria red or white $11-12 dealer’s choice cocktail of the day

What 89 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Washington, D.C. Area
Great for outdoor dining
District of Columbia
Great for outdoor dining
District of Columbia
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Dovetail offers a "really inviting environment" with an elegant, comforting style. The food is often described as "amazing" with standout dishes like the NY Strip steak and crab deviled eggs. Attentive staff and personal touches for celebrations make it special. A few noted service delays, but overall, an exceptional dining experience awaits.

89 Reviews

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TracyB
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely anniversary dinner with complimentary bubbly. The service was fantastic. Food was amazing. Do not skip dessert.
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Alan
Sydney
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 22 October 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Worst food we have experienced nearing the end of a 4 week holiday. They could not cook a simple hamburger.
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Yvonne
Washington DC
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 7 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The crab deviled eggs and pork chop were lovely. The service took a while to receive some of our entrees. They have a kids menu, which was helpful. My husband’s birthday treat was a nice touch.
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Wade
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love me a Roseda Farms steak, and the NY Strip here was perfectly cooked. Corn Chowder was also super tasty.
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Anna
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went there to celebrate my birthday. Our table was ready with a birthday card. Our waitress and Georgie were very attentive. The food was good and they served me panna cotta for my birthday. I'm sure I'll go there again
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 27 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Beautiful little gem, we live just a few blocks away and it was our first time ( what a shame we never knew about this place ) great craft cocktails, their raw bar was amazing, grilled oysters and crab deviled eggs we’re so good! We set inside but patio looked very inviting, it was just way too humid. We are definitely coming back, happy hour seams a great deal we have to check it out! Everyone seamed welcoming and friendly.
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Tyesha
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 26 September 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
The style of the restaurant was very elegant and comforting. However, service was slow for there not to have been many customers in the restaurant. Also, the waitress nor the other person serving food to us knew what the food was or what alcohol was available to purchase. They kept saying they had to ask the bar and the kitchen. The price for the meal was not worth the quality or quantity.
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Jesica
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 8 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I had an exceptional brunch experience at Dovetail. I enjoyed a perfectly cooked omelette, while she loved the pancakes, and we shared a delightful cheese appetizer. The service was truly outstanding—our server, Denize, was attentive and professional, and the manager ensured everything went smoothly. We’re already looking forward to our next visit!
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RenoDateMeal
Los Angeles
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on 8 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was great and very knowledgeable. The brunch options were areas and they were able to prepare fresh garlic butter for my crab legs. The Bananas Foster French toast was great. The only downside was inside was really cold.
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Gavin
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a lovely intimate staff! It was my girlfriend’s birthday and they had a note ready, staff constantly complimenting and wishing her happy birthday and she loved everything so much. The food was great and it was nice and quiet. They def deserve more customers or a Keith Lee effect because even the manager or owner was coming around greeting everyone! It was fantastic and I’m definitely a fan
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FAQs

Dovetail does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Dovetail also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 742-3150.

Dovetail is rated 4.4 stars by 89 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

23 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1430 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, DC 20005-5401

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
14th St. NW
Area
Logan Circle
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
McPherson Square - Orange, Silver and Blue Lines
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
James Gee
Additional
Dog Friendly, Outdoor Firepit

Website
https://www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/washington-dc/dovetail
Phone number
(202) 742-3150
Catering
For booking private events, please contact: DC Sales Team Office 202 742-3144 dc.sales@viceroyhotelsandresorts.com
Private party facilities
For booking private events, please contact: DC Sales Team Office 202 742-3144 dc.sales@viceroyhotelsandresorts.com

Dovetail

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Dovetail Thanksgiving Experience

New Year's Eve Dinner at Dovetail

Offers

Dovetail Happy Hour

Menu

What 89 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Dovetail offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Dovetail restaurant rated?

Is Dovetail currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information