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The Smith Penn Quarter - The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C, Washington, DC

The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

4.5
4.5
3772 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 201 times today
  • Lively
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for groups
The Smith is a casual American brasserie with a simple mission — make people happy! We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Burgers, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 868-4900
  • Website
    http://www.thesmithrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Ellis
  • Catering
    The Smith is available to cater your next special occasion. Whether it’s for an office lunch or a cocktail party, our drop-off catering menu is perfectly suited for any event. For more information or to place your order, please visit thesmithrestaurant.com/catering.
  • Private party facilities
    At The Smith Penn Quarter, our private room can accommodate any type of occasion from corporate functions, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, holiday parties and baby showers. We are committed to making your event memorable and assisting you every step of the way.
  • Private party contact
    Events Department: (917) 277-4984

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What 3,772 people are saying

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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The Smith – Penn Quarter in Washington, D.C., is celebrated for its "fabulous" ambiance and consistently "delicious" food. Guests rave about the "excellent" service, especially during brunch. While the noise level is often high, the vibrant atmosphere, "great" drinks, and accommodating staff make it a popular choice.

3,772 Reviews

  1. John

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I thought the food was ok but nothing special. I had the Wednesday night duck frites. The ambience was cool Design wise but very loud as the restaurant was packed. Service was polite but slow due to the crowds I imagine.

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  2. lisa

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Angel was an exceptional server! Had a great dinner and the Birthday toffee cake was so delicious for my friend’s celebration. Thank you!

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  3. Laurie

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a cozy restaurant. We enjoyed the food and the service was really prompt.

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  4. Lisa

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good variety of menu items. Our server was so friendly and accommodating. Thank you!

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  5. Darrell

    Atlanta Metro

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic food and service. The only negative is that the kitchen was running slow and it took a while for our food to come out.

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  6. Dennis

    San Francisco

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I highly recommend this restaurant. It is a terrific brunch place in DC. The egg dishes come with a choice of a cocktail. I had the Avocado Toast and a Bloody Mary (I had it without alcohol since I don’t drink). The chef used spice to enhance the flavor without being overpowering. The fresh bread was excellent. The location is excellent if you’re going to the Smithsonian American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery which is across the street.

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  7. Paola

    Fort Lauderdale

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambience and food was excellent. Great spot for brunch.

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  8. Fatima

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a nice brunch before shopping at the holiday market and the drinks were phenomenal

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  9. David

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall, this is a good restaurant in a sea of restaurants in the Penn district. We actually first ate here on 19 Oct and gave it three stars. Unbelievably, the restaurant contacted me and offered a $100 gift card to give them another try at a better experience. So, we did. The experience was slightly better. The food remains excellent and the brunch price with included cocktail was very reasonable compared to similar D.C. establishments. The wait staff was friendly and attentive without being overbearing, and our seating was in a better location free from jostling. However, most of the same problems still existed telling me they are systemic. Pacing was again horrible. Our appetizer of raw oysters came with the main meal, making us feel rushed and cluttering a small table. The cocktails, which would have been a great aperitif prior to and with the appetizer actually arrived shortly after the main meal arrived. Although our seating was better, trying to wade through the tables and chairs to get to the bathroom was annoying. This place is VERY popular, but in reality, the crowded nature takes away from the experience both in atmosphere and service. It's a good alternative if our preferred choices are unavailable, but it will remain a second-tier choice until the systemic issues are solved.

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  10. Hugh

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall , very good as usual. Always a good meal and consistent.

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FAQs

The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 868-4900.

The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C is rated 4.5 stars by 3772 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 201 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

901 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    9th Street NW
  • Area
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Burgers, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Ellis
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://www.thesmithrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (202) 868-4900
  • Catering
    The Smith is available to cater your next special occasion. Whether it’s for an office lunch or a cocktail party, our drop-off catering menu is perfectly suited for any event. For more information or to place your order, please visit thesmithrestaurant.com/catering.
  • Private party facilities
    At The Smith Penn Quarter, our private room can accommodate any type of occasion from corporate functions, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, holiday parties and baby showers. We are committed to making your event memorable and assisting you every step of the way.
  • Private party contact
    Events Department: (917) 277-4984
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