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The Grill, Washington, DC

The Grill

4.7
4.7
1457 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
20:30
Booked 49 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for business meals
Chef Roberto Santibañez presents a new American menu focused on Woodfired cooking, with an emphasis on steak, seafood and vegetarian fare. His Mexican roots and French training lend an inspired touch to the American table.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Grill, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon 16:00–22:00 Tue–Fri 16:00–23:00 Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:30–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00
  • Phone number
    (202) 916-5996 ext. 9
  • Website
    https://www.thegrilldc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Suarez
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a variety of ways to create an experience to remember. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, baby shower, bachelorette party, offsite luncheon, business presentation with full AV or simply a celebration to remember, we welcome you to learn more. Our semi-private spaces allow our guests to create cocktail reception, family style and pre-fixe menus for lunch, brunch or dinner. Our flexible space was designed with entertaining in mind, and we have several options to fit your personal style and budget. Our Events Department is waiting to assist you in creating an unforgettable event.
  • Location
    99 Market Square SW, Washington, DC 20024-3441
  • Area
    Southwest Waterfront
  • Cross Street
    Market Sq SW & Wharf St SW
  • Parking details
    Paid underground public parking is offered at the Wharf. You may enter the parking garage at the Maine Avenue entrance just east of 9th Street at CVS or at the hotel check-in area of Hyatt House where 7th Street meets Maine Avenue.
  • Public transit
    We are a short walk from L’Enfant Plaza and Waterfront Metro stops. Shuttle service is available between L’Enfant Plaza and The Wharf. We are on the waterfront size of the 1000 Maine Ave building.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

  • The Express Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Three Course Menu. $29.75 per person Farm-Raised Skirt Steak, Ora King Salmon Or Freebird Chicken Salad / Herbed Fries Ice Cream Or Sorbet No Substitutions Please
    The Express Brunch photo

  • The Mixed Grill Dinner

    Multiple dates available
    Family-Style Menu. $79.00 / Guest Minimum 2 Guests Required All The Bites / House Salad Sliced Farm-Raised Ribeye & Accompaniment Jumbo Lump Crab Cake / Grilled Shrimp Choice Of Side (One Per Two Guests) Grilled Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Or Chocolate Cake (One Per Two Guests) No Substitutions Please
    The Mixed Grill Dinner photo

  • Sunset Menu

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a 3-Course Prix Fixe Menu for $39 per guest with optional wine pairings. Perfect for pre-theater, early dinners and more! Available Monday-Friday from 4-6pm.
    Sunset Menu photo

Menu

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What 1,457 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Grill at DC Wharf offers a "culinary experience" with "fantastic food," attentive service, and stunning waterfront views. Diners praise the "outstanding" staff, diverse menu, and exceptional seafood dishes. While some found certain dishes overpriced, the ambiance and hospitality make it a "go-to" spot for special occasions and casual dining alike.

1,457 Reviews

  1. Sharon

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We ordered from the Sunset Menu and added the wine paring. It was disappointing that the wine came out like 5-7 mins after the food. The server forgot to put in the appetizer. We specifically chose to sit outside in the heated patio and without asking (because people sat outside well after us and they closed the coverings without asking us and it got super hot outside). The bathrooms had no hooks to hang a jacket or purse. Very disappointing overall experience.

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  2. Kathryn

    Central Coast

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Good service, ok food, extensive gin menu and vodka

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  3. Sasha

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for a birthday dinner and it was a great experience 10/10 and the waiter was exceptional and very informative.

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  4. IraS

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were excellent. All around it was a great experience.

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  5. Sibigi

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waitress was great and the staff seemed attentive; however, when our party of 8 dined on Christmas Day we had 4:00 reservation. It wasn’t until after we ordered appetizers that we were informed that the bathrooms were not in service. We were told that we would have to leave the restaurant and use the public restroom outside at the Wharf. Not having a bathroom should have been shared with us before we sat down. When we left at 6:30, the bathrooms were still not operational.

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  6. Mekim

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Destiny was our waitress and took good care of us. The food was good!

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  7. Colleen

    Atlanta Metro

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was good and the food was good but didn’t think it was worth the cost. I ordered a burger medium rare and it came out close to well done. They didn’t come to check on us until I was almost done eating. It wasn’t worth waiting another 30 plus minutes and not eating with my family, I would have liked the food as I ordered.

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  8. kathleen

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing Experience! Food was delicious and service was great! Perfect evening to finish off our day of sight seeing!

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  9. Devon

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second time at the grill. The food and service were both outstanding! Our server was wonderful. We got oysters, calamari and tuna bites for appetizers and my husband and I both got filet mignons. They were cooked exactly right. He also had the asparagus, pimento Mac and fries. All the sides were amazing as well. We will be back!

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  10. Thomas

    VIP

    Richmond

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Atmosphere was disappointing. Sat outside but water view obstructed by cheap plastic/vinyl curtains you couldn’t see through
    The GrillResponded on 14 December 2024
    Certainly! Here's a refined version of your message: --- Hello Thomas, Thank you for your feedback. We are committed to providing the best cuisine, service, and atmosphere to ensure an exceptional guest experience. Please note that the vinyl obstructions near The Grill were temporary and were placed for a private event, not by us, so we had no control over their structure. Rest assured, they are no longer there! Your review has been shared with our management team as part of our ongoing efforts to improve and learn from guest experiences. Joe-Jo Jennings Guest Relations Manager KNEAD Hospitality + Design

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FAQs

The Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 916-5996 ext. 9.

The Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 1457 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
20:30
Booked 49 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Grill

99 Market Square SW, Washington, DC 20024-3441

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Market Sq SW & Wharf St SW
  • Area
    Southwest Waterfront
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon 16:00–22:00 Tue–Fri 16:00–23:00 Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:30–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Grill, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Paid underground public parking is offered at the Wharf. You may enter the parking garage at the Maine Avenue entrance just east of 9th Street at CVS or at the hotel check-in area of Hyatt House where 7th Street meets Maine Avenue.
  • Public transit
    We are a short walk from L’Enfant Plaza and Waterfront Metro stops. Shuttle service is available between L’Enfant Plaza and The Wharf. We are on the waterfront size of the 1000 Maine Ave building.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David Suarez
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    https://www.thegrilldc.com/
  • Phone number
    (202) 916-5996 ext. 9
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a variety of ways to create an experience to remember. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, baby shower, bachelorette party, offsite luncheon, business presentation with full AV or simply a celebration to remember, we welcome you to learn more. Our semi-private spaces allow our guests to create cocktail reception, family style and pre-fixe menus for lunch, brunch or dinner. Our flexible space was designed with entertaining in mind, and we have several options to fit your personal style and budget. Our Events Department is waiting to assist you in creating an unforgettable event.
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