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Mallard Table Lay - Mallard, Washington, DC

Mallard

4.8
4.8
115 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
At Mallard, Chef Johnson will apply classic and global techniques to the culinary traditions of the south while incorporating the best local and regional ingredients available. Undergirding it all will be a sense of hospitality rooted in Johnson’s memories of the family table.

Mallard’s menu will range from Chef Johnson’s take on classics like Shrimp and Grits with Smoked Pork, Piquillo Peppers, and Tabasco-Shellfish Nage and Wild-Caught Blue Catfish with Poached Oysters, Summer Corn, and Smoked Trout Roe to new creations like Seared Sea Scallops with Cracklin’ Cornbread, Charred Peaches and Dandelion Greens and Crisp Berkshire Pork Trotters with Ramp Chow Chow, Sunny-Side-Up Egg, and Edisto Island Grits. Dessert options include Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Rhubarb and Almond Shortbread and Banana Puddin’ with Cracker Jacks and Nilla Wafers.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 567-2650
  • Website
    http://www.mallarddc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Hamilton Johnson

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What 115 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mallard delights with its "creative and delicious" dishes, combining Southern comfort with modern flair. Highlights include the "outstanding" duck and inventive cocktails. Guests love the "warm and inviting" ambiance and "attentive" service. While service timing has room for improvement, Mallard's unique flavors and "excellent" food make it a must-visit in DC.

115 Reviews

  1. victor

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great way to celebrate New Year’s eve. ! The prefix menu was great ! The only thing was they run out of 2 of the specials … but food still was pretty good 😊 and git a complementary dish for the inconvenience! 109 % recommended!

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  2. Sally

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience. The food was incredible, typically I would not eat duck but Chef Hamilton is a magician! The tuna appetizer was so good I wish I could have ordered a second for dessert. Pork cheeks were tender and perfectly seasoned. Cannot wait to visit again. Our server Krystal was very sweet and attentive. The restaurant was comfortable and cozy. My favorite meal of the year!

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  3. Tom

    VIP

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This place is a keeper. The food is seriously good and the chef is seriously talented. Fine people working there. Good prices for DC. Always leave full and happy (and buzzed haha). Tried the shrimp and grits for the first time tonight and it was phenomenal. Beer list is A+.

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  4. Edith

    VIP

    Washington DC

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Like many I read the recent Washington Post review and was intrigued. We were going to a play at nearby Studio Theater and this really worked well. Wonderful experience! Loved the decor. The service was outstanding. It just felt very comfortable. Excellent draft beer choices and the food was great. I don’t think you can make a bad choice. Yes, the duck, and the Brussels sprouts. Dessert was great too. Can’t wait to try again.

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  5. Michael

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second time in a week. The food is outstanding, as the service--very friendly, quiet, helpful, knowledgeable. The ambience is lovely. They have retained the decor of Birch and Barley, which is great. The lighting is lovely, warm and low, but bright enough to read. All in all, a great experience. Neighborhood favorite.

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  6. shannon

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a beautiful amber ambiance as we entered Mallard. Beautifully done decor, warm reception, terrific service. And what a great menu - not lengthy but just right and every dish we ordered was great. Everything was delicious and beautifully presented. What a neighborhood gem - we will return and enthusiastically recommend it.

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  7. Bianca

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience!!! People come for the duck, but the catfish was the perfect level of flavor and spice!! Great cocktails too

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  8. William

    VIP

    New York City

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The brunch was great - especially the cornmeal pancakes and the full southern breakfast. Great service and a beautiful decor.

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  9. Jacob

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Officially my favorite new spot in Logan Circle. Only thing better than the ambience is the food - the pot roast was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be back.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    What a lovely setting! The food was outstanding however the desserts could use improvement. Service was above average and recommend arriving early as it gets crowded and loud. Solid choice for a wonderful dinner!

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Mallard is rated 4.8 stars by 115 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Mallard

1337 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005-3610

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    14th Street NW and Rhode Island Ave NW
  • Area
    Logan Circle
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Hamilton Johnson
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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