The Grill from Ipanema - DC

4.6

1073 Reviews

$30 and under

Brazilian

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Romantic

The Grill From Ipanema is the only authentic Brazilian restaurant in town. This restaurant takes pride in its hospitality and is committed to offering the best culinary experience so that one can truly taste traditional Brazilian cookery with different flavors and from different regions in Brazil. The inspiration of the menu is a reflection of the people, different cultures, and flavors within Brazil. Try our "Moqueca Mista a Baiana" style, it is a mixed seafood stew of fish, shrimp, mussels, squid, clams and scallops is prepared in a blend of palm oil and coconut milk with fresh cilantro, tomato, onion, scallions and green pepper (Please indicate how spicy) served in a clay pot with rice and fish broth, and a yucca purée on the side. Grill from Ipanema is a delightful surprise to anyone interested in a unique adventure from way down south.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Brazilian, Brazilian Steakhouse, Latin American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:30 pm–10:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 986-0757
Website
http://www.thegrillfromipanema.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Alcy de Souza
Catering
TGFI is happy to provide carry-out, delivery or full catering services. We can customize a specific menu for your party. Our PARTY SIZED PANS are Generous portions that Make Your Dinner or Party Planning easier. = Half Pans Feed Approximately 8-18 people. = Full Pans feed approx 20-30 people.
Private party facilities
The Grill From Ipanema's Private Dining Room is an inviting, vibrant and warm space. Our space is perfect for social events, corporate meetings, birthday parties, rehearsal dinner and small weddings. We are located in a charming neighborhood in the Kalorama Triangle.

Location
1858 Columbia Rd., NW, Washington, DC 20009
Area
Adams Morgan
Cross Street
18th St & Belmont Rd.
Parking details
Street parking. Public parking garage is also available at the corner of Biltmore & Columbia Rd or at 18th St (drive through out the alley next to the restaurant - just across 18 Street). Parking validation on the weekend for brunch until 5pm.<br />
Public transit
We are close to Woodley park metro station or Dupont circle metro station (red line).
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

Restaurant Week
US$40.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Special Week Three Course Dinner for $40 plus tax & service. From January 27th - February 2, 2025. Special Weekend Three Course Brunch $25 plus tax & service. February 1st & 2nd, 2025
Easter Sunday Three Course Brunch + a champagne
US$33.95 per person
Multiple dates available
Easter Sunday. Special Three Course Brunch Plus A Mimosa or Champagne $36.95 + tax & service.
New Year's Eve Party
US$0.00 - US$69.95 per person
Multiple dates available
New year's Eve Special 3 Course Dinner Menu With a Brazilian Cocktail $69.95 p/person + tax & Service. Brazilian DJ after 10:30 PM. $10 cover charge. Choice of: Appetizer, Entree, Dessert and a Cocktail.

Bolinho de Bacalhau
Codfish croquette served with spicy sauce
Bolinho de Carne
Brazilian style meatballs (croquettes) served with a gourmet spicy sauce
Churrasquinhos
Grilled Brazilian style brochette, served with farofa (ground yuca roasted with garlic and butter), and fresh vinaigrette sauce (your choice of: Beef, Chicken, or Shrimp)
Caldo de Feijao
Black bean soup, served with a touch of Parmesan cheese and bacon
Caldo Verde
Potato soup with smoked spicy sausage, collard greens, garlic and onion
Caldo de Sururu
Spicy mussels' soup with vegetables, cilantro, onion, tomato, leeks and jalapenos (very spicy)
Coxinha de Galinha
Brazilian croquette stuffed with chicken and cheese, lightly breaded and fried, served with a spicy sauce
Abacate Maraja
avocado salad mixed with shrimp, tomato, cilantro, onion, green pepper, and our house dressing
Cogumelo Com Siri
Grilled Portobello mushroom topped with crabmeat sauce sautéed in an olive oil, fresh cilantro, tomatoes, green pepper, onions, and garlic

Second Course

choose one

Peito de Frango Ao Molho de Coco
Grilled chicken breast in a coconut milk sauce, served with sautéed vegetables and rice
Frango a Copacabana
Grilled chicken breast served with farofa, rice, black beans, vegetables and fresh vinaigrette sauce
Xinxim de Galinha Com Camaroes
A stew of shrimp and chicken breast in a blend of yucca, cilantro, onions, tomatoes, green pepper, coconut milk, cashew nuts, peanut and palm oil served with rice, sautéed okra and farofa
Carre a Mineira
Grilled pork chops served with rice, Tutu a Mineira (black beans and yucca flour puree) and collard greens
Churrasco Misto
Mixed grill of beef, chicken, sausage and pork served with rice, black beans, vegetables, farofa and vinaigrette sauce
Picanha Biro
Grilled beef steak (cap of top butt sirloin) served with rice mixed in a fusion of eggs, parsley, bacon bits potato stick and sautéed collard greens
Feijoada
The Brazilian national dish, a rich stew of black beans, pork, sausage, and smoked meats served with collard greens, rice, farofa and orange slices
Salmao Ao Molho de Maracuja
Fresh Salmon filet in a Passion Fruit sauce served with mashed potato and mix vegetables
Moqueca Mista a Baiana
Mixed Seafood stew with Fish, shrimp, mussels, squid, scallops and clams served in a clay pot

Third Course

choose one

Brigadeiro de Colher Com Sorvete de Paçoca
Brazilian chocolate bombon-melted style served with vanilla ice cream mixed with peanuts
Pudim de Coco
Coconut flan
Pudim de Leite
Sweet caramel flan
Mousse de Maracuja
Passion fruit mousse
Mousse de Queijo Com Creme de Goiabada
Brazilian cheese mousse topped with melted guava sauce
Bolo de Chocolate
Chocolate Cake Mousse

What 1,073 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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The Grill from Ipanema in DC offers a delightful taste of Brazil with "excellent food and ambiance." Guests praise its "authentic Brazilian food," standout caipirinhas, and exceptional service. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with generous portions and a cozy setting, making it a "hidden gem" worth visiting.

1,073 Reviews

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dcdiner VIP
Washington DC8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had not been here in years and remembered why it’s a favorite. Great cocktails and food. Finally a restaurant that’s full but not too loud to hear a conversation
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David VIP
Indiana32 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This was a gem. The food was excellent and the service was very good. A very well run family restaurant that provides a Brazilian dining experience that isn’t a carbon copy of Fogo de Chao. Unique, delicious, tasteful, large portions and an excellent value and is also easy on your wallet. We will visit again on our next visit to Washington D.C.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious neighborhood gourmet food. The waiters and staff were so sweet. The food was authentically delicious.
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Joel
Wilmington7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pleasure to eat here, especially on Valentines Day
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Korynn
Baltimore7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food is mediocre, especially for the prices. The service was great though.
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Darryl
Washington DC4 reviews
3.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Grill from Ipanema is one of my go to restaurants in Adams Morgan. Love the people and food; however on Valentine’s Day, our order was not understood by the server. The noise level and crowd was most likely responsible for this error in our main course. We got what we got and were told it was impossible to correct. So I paid $200 including tip for a meal I didn’t order. Waitress was unapologetic and dismissive. She got her tip so what did she care? I will be back, but not when they are too busy to give the diners what they ordered.
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Fernando VIP
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious Brazilian food. Extensive menu with items from many different regions. If you haven’t had these you must: 1-Pão de queijo, 2-caipirinha, 3-guaraná. I had codfish croquette, which is very popular in Brazil and the national beef picanha. Will go back for other dishes like moqueca.
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LUIZ ALBERTO VIP
Cancun41 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the best Brazilian restaurant in DC!! I strongly recommend it because it serves plates and drinks as in Brazil , so tasty and delicious!!!!
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Melissa
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love the food at The Grill at Impanema, I’ve been going there for years and have had a great experience every time.
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Lawrence
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, great service. Only downside was parking, but well worth it.
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FAQs

The Grill from Ipanema - DC does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. The Grill from Ipanema - DC also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 986-0757.

The Grill from Ipanema - DC is rated 4.6 stars by 1073 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Grill from Ipanema - DC

1858 Columbia Rd., NW, Washington, DC 20009

Additional information

Cross Street
18th St & Belmont Rd.
Area
Adams Morgan
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:30 pm–10:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Brazilian, Brazilian Steakhouse, Latin American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking. Public parking garage is also available at the corner of Biltmore & Columbia Rd or at 18th St (drive through out the alley next to the restaurant - just across 18 Street). Parking validation on the weekend for brunch until 5pm.<br />
Public transit
We are close to Woodley park metro station or Dupont circle metro station (red line).
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Alcy de Souza
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.thegrillfromipanema.com/
Phone number
(202) 986-0757
Catering
TGFI is happy to provide carry-out, delivery or full catering services. We can customize a specific menu for your party. Our PARTY SIZED PANS are Generous portions that Make Your Dinner or Party Planning easier. = Half Pans Feed Approximately 8-18 people. = Full Pans feed approx 20-30 people.
Private party facilities
The Grill From Ipanema's Private Dining Room is an inviting, vibrant and warm space. Our space is perfect for social events, corporate meetings, birthday parties, rehearsal dinner and small weddings. We are located in a charming neighborhood in the Kalorama Triangle.

The Grill from Ipanema - DC

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Restaurant Week

Easter Sunday Three Course Brunch + a champagne

New Year's Eve Party

First Course

Bolinho de Bacalhau

Bolinho de Carne

Churrasquinhos

Caldo de Feijao

Caldo Verde

Caldo de Sururu

Coxinha de Galinha

Abacate Maraja

Cogumelo Com Siri

Second Course

Peito de Frango Ao Molho de Coco

Frango a Copacabana

Xinxim de Galinha Com Camaroes

Carre a Mineira

Churrasco Misto

Picanha Biro

Feijoada

Salmao Ao Molho de Maracuja

Moqueca Mista a Baiana

Third Course

Brigadeiro de Colher Com Sorvete de Paçoca

Pudim de Coco

Pudim de Leite

Mousse de Maracuja

Mousse de Queijo Com Creme de Goiabada

Bolo de Chocolate

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