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The main dining room at The Pembroke - The Pembroke, Washington, DC
Award-winning

The Pembroke

4.6
4.6
2053 Reviews
$31 to $50
Global, International
1500 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036

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2 people
19:00
Booked 40 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Situated in the bustling heart of Dupont Circle is The Pembroke, a sophisticated dining destination. Featuring contemporary American fare with global influences, The Washington Post’s food critic Tom Sietsema described the experience as “cut from a different cloth." The Pembroke’s stunning design by Martin Brudnizki features plush velvet coral-toned banquettes around glossy marble tables, cream-paneled walls with playful artwork, and boasts panoramic views of the neighborhood, while a seasonal terrace offers al fresco dining from spring to fall. The marble-topped bar is a bright and airy nod to cocktail bars of the 1950s and features classic drinks with a twist and a selection of fine wines. Reserve your table today to see how “The Pembroke makes Dupont Circle a destination again.”

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Contemporary American, Vegetarian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–9:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Christian Welch
  • Private party facilities
    For large parties (7+) and semi-private events, please email Pembroke_Inquiries@doylecollection.com.
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Dupont Circle
  • Cross Street
    19th and Dupont Circle
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is located at 1500 New Hampshire Ave NW (Dupont Circle hotel driveway)
  • Public transit
    The Pembroke is conveniently located two blocks from the Dupont Circle Red Line metro station. When exiting the station, please proceed through the Q street exit. At the top of the station's escalator, turn right. Walk east down Q street two blocks and the restaurant will be on your right on 19 street.
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Brunch

    US$130.00 per person

    11 May 2025 only
    Treat the wonderful moms in your life to an enchanting Mother's Day celebration with an exquisite 4 course prix-fixe brunch at $130 per person. From an indulgent raw seafood bar to decadent desserts, each course promises to tantalize your taste buds and create cherished memories. Reserve your table now to elevate this special day and celebrate mom in style. (Price excludes tax and gratuity).
    Mother's Day Brunch photo

What 2,053 people are saying

The Pembroke reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Pembroke offers a "wonderful selection of tasty dishes" with "terrific service" and a "fun atmosphere." Ideal for business dinners, team events, and date nights, it features a beautiful setting with "elegant, airy" design. Highly praised for "amazing service" and "exquisite dishes," it promises a memorable dining experience.
2,053 Reviews
  1. Ann VIP

    Washington DC4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    A lovely restaurant, with good, overpriced food and a nice ambience. However, our service was poor; the appetizer arrived after the entree, bread arrived midway through dinner and we waited 15 minutes a drink on a very quiet night with few patrons.

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  2. Steve VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great brunch! The food was delicious and the service (thank you Artie and Gio) was top notch. We’ll definitely be back.
    The PembrokeResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Steve, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your brunch and that Artie and Gio helped make it such a great experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious visit soon! Warm Regards, The Pembroke Team

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  3. Anthony VIP

    Washington DC14 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was overall good. I wish they would mention on the menu the type of bread they use on the burger since brioche is just butter with flour.
    The PembrokeResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Anthony, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We're glad to hear you had an overall good experience. We appreciate your suggestion about noting the type of bread on the menu — it's helpful comments like yours that help us continue to improve. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back again soon! Warm Regards, The Pembroke Team

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  4. Najah

    Richmond2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely experience for a brunch! Great service and price for amount of food. Food was good as well.
    The PembrokeResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Najah, Thank you for the lovely review! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your brunch with us — from the service to the food and value. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience soon! Warm Regards, The Pembroke Team

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  5. Kristopher VIP

    Minneapolis7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful selection of tasty dishes. Terrific service. Fun atmosphere. Great venue for business dinners, team events, and date nights.
    The PembrokeResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Kristopher, Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere. It’s wonderful to hear you’d recommend us for everything from business dinners to date nights — we look forward to hosting you again soon! Warm Regards, The Pembroke Team

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  6. Alison

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were all very professional, courteous, friendly, and helpful. We ate outside on the terrace which was really lovely. The service was very nice and the food was delicious. The menu had many interesting choices and everything the three of us ordered was quite good. We were very pleased, would love to come here again, and will definitely recommend it to our friends in DC.
    The PembrokeResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Alison, Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a lovely experience dining on the terrace and that our team made you feel so welcome. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the food, the service, and the variety on the menu. We truly appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you and your friends back soon! Warm Regards, The Pembroke Team

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  7. Cristian

    Washington DC10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love The Pembroke! Always such a great experience. The vibe , food, and service is always great!

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  8. Susann

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Pembroke has the nicest service and the food is fresh and delicious. This is a don't miss if you're in DC. Enjoy
    The PembrokeResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Susann, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're honored to be a “don’t miss” spot in DC and so happy you enjoyed both the service and the fresh, delicious food. We look forward to welcoming you back whenever you're in town again! Warm Regards, The Pembroke Team

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  9. Alba

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome ambiance and yummy food! We loved the steak and eggs and the brioche frech toast + the truffle fries.

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  10. Joanna

    Philadelphia12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved everything about it for breakfast! A little pricey but good was excellent and well worth it. Would definitely return when we go back to DC.

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The Pembroke is rated 4.6 stars by 2053 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Dupont Circle

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 40 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Pembroke

1500 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    19th and Dupont Circle
  • Area
    Dupont Circle
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–9:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Contemporary American, Vegetarian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is located at 1500 New Hampshire Ave NW (Dupont Circle hotel driveway)
  • Public transit
    The Pembroke is conveniently located two blocks from the Dupont Circle Red Line metro station. When exiting the station, please proceed through the Q street exit. At the top of the station's escalator, turn right. Walk east down Q street two blocks and the restaurant will be on your right on 19 street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Christian Welch
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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