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The Dabney, Washington, DC
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The Dabney

$50 and over
American

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2 people
21:30
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Located in historic Blagden Alley in D.C.'s Shaw neighborhood since 2015, The Dabney continues to pay tribute to the wonderful farmers, watermen, and purveyors of the mid-Atlantic region whom provide some of the best and most unique products in the country. We celebrate these ingredients by preparing them in a large wood burning hearth which is the centerpiece of our open kitchen. The current dining room experience is an 8-course tasting menu honoring the Mid-Atlantic's bounty. We offer an additional 3-course experience at our bar and bar area tables. Walk-in guests are welcome to enjoy the bar area as well.

The Dabney has been awarded one Michelin star every year since 2017, James Beard Foundation Best Chef Mid-Atlantic for Chef Jeremiah Langhorne in 2018, and Washingtonian Magazine's #1 restaurant in 2023.

At this time we are unable to accommodate severe allium and dairy allergies as well as vegan and vegetarian diets.

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Executive chef: Jeremiah Langhorne

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    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2023

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    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2022

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    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2021

From the OpenTable editors: At the laidback The Dabney, the modern farmhouse vibe, rootsy soundtrack, and roaring hearth make you feel like you’re at an intimate living room dinner party—but hosted by James Beard Award-winning chef Jeremiah Langhorne. Dig into his seasonal, Mid-Atlantic-leaning tasting menu with bold dishes like a mini apple cake and foie gras torchon that have earned the restaurant MICHELIN Star status.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 450-1015
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    The Dabney offers three private space options, available for groups of 8 - 60 guests, to host your next memorable event. Provide your guests with an unforgettable menu made with the highest quality and diversity of Mid-Atlantic ingredients, cooked over embers on our kitchen's wood-burning hearth.
  • Private party contact
    Director of Events: (202) 450-1015
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
    3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2021
  • Area
    Shaw
  • Cross Street
    M St. NW
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Farm to Table, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve 8-Course in the Dining Room

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Price: $295 /person Ring in the New Year with the best of the Mid-Atlantic region featuring a special 8-course tasting menu in The Dabney's hearth lit dining room. The seasonal menu reflects the soul of our beloved mid-Atlantic: with every ingredient representing the history of the region we call home. For this event we are unable to accommodate allium, capsaicin, and dairy allergies as well as vegan diets. A 20% service charge is included in the final bill to ensure our entire staff earns a competitive wage. Gratuity is welcomed but not expected. Any cancellations made under 72 hours of the scheduled reservation time will be subject to the full cost of the 8-course experience.
  • New Year's Eve 5-Course in the Bar Area

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Price: $185/person Ring in the New Year with the best of the Mid-Atlantic region featuring a special 5-course menu in our warm and comforting bar area. For this event we are unable to accommodate allium, capsaicin, and dairy allergies as well as vegan diets. A 20% service charge is included in the final bill to ensure our entire staff earns a competitive wage. Gratuity is welcomed but not expected. Any cancellations made under 72 hours of the scheduled reservation time will be subject to the full cost of the 5-course experience.
  • 8 Course Tasting Menu in the Dining Room

    Multiple dates available
    Price: $235 /person Experience the best of the Mid-Atlantic region with a special 8-course tasting menu in The Dabney's hearth lit dining room. The seasonal menu reflects the soul of our beloved mid-Atlantic: with every ingredient representing the history of the region we call home. We are limited in our ability to modify our tasting menu, specifically for severe allium, capsaicin, and dairy allergies as well as vegan and vegetarian diets. A 20% service charge is included in the final bill to ensure our entire staff earns a competitive wage. Gratuity is welcomed but not expected. Any cancellations made under 24 hours of the scheduled reservation time will be subject to the full cost of the 8-course experience.
    8 Course Tasting Menu in the Dining Room photo

What 246 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    American

  • District of Columbia

    Best Ambience

  • District of Columbia

    Great for fine wines

  • District of Columbia

    American

Review summary

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The Dabney in DC offers a "phenomenal experience" with its inventive, locally-sourced cuisine and impeccable service. Diners rave about the "absolutely amazing" 8-course tasting menu, the "warm, rustic" ambiance, and the attention to detail that makes every visit memorable. Though on the pricey side, it's "worth every penny."

246 Reviews
  1. Romain

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff very welcoming, great experience overall.

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  2. Robert

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu was very well crafted and for the season, food was excellent and the service was outstanding.

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  3. Don

    New York City

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff service and food are outstanding. Very consistent.  10 points! 

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  4. Cyd

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous experience. Food and drink were superb. Great service, warm welcome. Love the cozy ambience on a chilly fall day. Hope to return!

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  5. Sarah

    Baltimore

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding across the board. Loved the ambience (the hearth!) and good! Will be back!

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  6. Meghan

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food with complex flavors. Fantastic service and a lovely atmosphere. One of our favorite spots in DC that we return to again and again for a special night out.

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  7. Ed

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was such a wonderful night. The restaurant was full but not so loud that you could not enjoy the conversation with your group. The food was outstanding. We could not stop talking about how cool it was that all of the ingredients came from the mid-Atlantic part of the USA. Service was wonderful. Cannot wait to go back again!

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  8. Beto

    London

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience for me and my wife for our anniversary

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  9. Melissa

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing anniversary experience. The food, service, atmosphere, attention to detail—all so special!

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  10. Tyler

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb experience from beginning to end - amazing attention to detail, impeccable service, unique flavors and ingredients, and everything was delicious

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The Dabney is rated 4.7 stars by 246 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
21:30
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Dabney

122 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
    3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2021
  • Cross Street
    M St. NW
  • Area
    Shaw
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Farm to Table, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (202) 450-1015
  • Private party facilities
    The Dabney offers three private space options, available for groups of 8 - 60 guests, to host your next memorable event. Provide your guests with an unforgettable menu made with the highest quality and diversity of Mid-Atlantic ingredients, cooked over embers on our kitchen's wood-burning hearth.
  • Private party contact
    Director of Events: (202) 450-1015
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