Top of the Gate at The Watergate Hotel

4.1

466 Reviews

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Great for scenic views
Great for happy hour
Hot spot

Top of the Gate is closed for the season. We will see you in the spring!

The energetic and sophisticated rooftop bar and lounge at The Watergate Hotel has views of the Potomac River, the Key & Arlington bridges, and Georgetown. It is the perfect place for an after-work cocktail or the season’s most talked-about event.

Parties of 8 to 19 are subjected to a $100 minimum per person. This includes separate reservations that are together. By making your reservation(s) you agree to these terms. If we close for the day for any reason (such as weather), all reservations will automatically be cancelled, and an email will be sent to alert you.

There is a cancellation fee of $50 per person. See our cancellation policy for more. We can hold your table for 15 minutes before we release it & charge the no-show fee. Should you have questions you may call our reservations team at 844-617-1972 or email us at dining@thewatergatehotel.com.

Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates, Pizza Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(844) 617-1972
Website
http://www.thewatergatehotel.com/dine-and-drink/top-of-the-gate/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037
Area
Foggy Bottom
Cross Street
Virginia Ave NW & New Hampshire Ave NW
Parking details
We offer Valet Parking at the hotels entrance for $20 per vehicle.
Public transit
The nearest metro station is Foggy Bottom. Our main entrance is located between 2600 Virginia Ave NW and Watergate East.
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

After Dark
ketel one, canerock rum, espresso, grind coffee liqueur, demerara cordial
Sunkissed
tanqueray orange, sweet vermouth, campari
Aegean Heat
astral tequila, tante habenero, freshly squeezed lime juice, agave cordial
Peach Freskáro
belvedere peach vodka, giffard triple sec, cranberry juice, freshly squeezed lime juice, simple syrup

Specialty Cocktails

Coco-Tarátsa
plantation pineapple rum, flore de cana 4 years, banana liqueur, coconut water, demerara cordial, pineapple juice, anchos ryes, angostura bitters

Non-Alcoholic & Spiked Cocktails

-19-

Parkway
seedlip 42, agave cordial, freshly squeezed lemon juice, basil, club soda add belvedere pear & ginger vodka +6
Am Feeling It
seedlip 42, orange marmalade cordial, club soda add hendricks flora dora gin +6

Wine by the Glass

Champagne & Sparkling

Louis Pommery | brutUS$19.00
D'Oro | proseccoUS$19.00
Vajra | moscato d'astiUS$20.00
Veuve Clicquot | brutUS$45.00

White

TraminUS$18.00
alto adige, italy | sauvignon blanc
Dr. Loosen Blue SlateUS$19.00
mosel, germany | riesling
CrossBarn by Paul HobbsUS$21.00
sonoma coast | chardonnay

Rosé

Whispering AngelUS$19.00
côtes de provence

Red

PèppoliUS$19.00
chianti classico | sangiovese
Cedre HeritageUS$19.00
cahors, france | malbec
CrossBarn by Paul HobbsUS$23.00
sonoma coast | pinot noir

Beer

-14-

Bites

Marinated OlivesUS$12.00
citrus, rosemary, olive oil (v, gf)
Cheese BoardUS$36.00
artisanal cheeses, dried fruit, crostini, quince paste (v)
Charcuterie BoardUS$36.00
assorted meats, pickles, whole grain mustard, crostini
House Made HummusUS$19.00
grilled pita, crudite (v)
Baba GhanoushUS$19.00
grilled pita, crudite (v)
Mixed Green SaladUS$23.00
heirloom tomato, cucumber, radish, balsamic vinaigrette, herb crouton (v)
Herb FalafelUS$21.00
tatziki, citrus, cucumber (v)
Grilled Halloumi & Blistered Tomato SkewerUS$21.00
herb marinade (v)
Truffle FriesUS$19.00
Lamb LollipopsUS$35.00
schug, roasted garlic aioli
Top of the Gate PizzaUS$30.00
ricotta, zucchini flowers, hot honey, pistachios (v, n)
Margherita or Pepperoni PizzaUS$25.00
mozzarella cheese, basil (v)
Whisky Bar Burger SlidersUS$23.00
roseda farms dry aged beef, whiskey aioli, arugula, raclette cheese
Grilled Chicken WingsUS$29.00
house made hot sauce, pickled vegetables, blue cheese
Mediterranean Platter for FourUS$95.00
hummus, baba ghanoush, tatziki, pita, crudite, olives, lamb lollipops, herb falafel

Sweets

Ice Cream SandwichesUS$10.00
assorted flavors (v)
Lemon Blackberry CheesecakeUS$12.00
whipped blackberry white chocolate, blackberry compote (v)
PannacottaUS$12.00
toasted coconut, pineapple & passion fruit compote (v)

What 466 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

3.8Food
4Service
4.5Ambience
3.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Washington, D.C. Area
Great for scenic views
District of Columbia
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Top of the Gate at The Watergate Hotel offers "amazing views" of the Potomac, creating an idyllic setting. While the service is generally praised as "excellent," the drinks and food are noted for being "overpriced." The ambiance is "relaxing," but some suggest additional shade options to enhance comfort.

466 Reviews

M
Maura
VIP
Washington DC
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on 23 October 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Great views. Service was good. Rooftop could do with some design help. Drinks were ok. Could be a much nicer destination with some effort
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James
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect evening- drinks and food surpassed- great vibe
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A
Alyssa
VIP
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I've heard bad things about this place but the view was gorgeous and service was great! our table wasn't ready on time due to issues with the firepit, but it was well worth the wait at the bar for such a nice table and view. drinks are expensive (especially for using plastic glasses) but not significantly more than other dc prices as long as you stick to wine and beer. you're paying for the view and it was worth it, even as a dc local who's seen the skyline a thousand times. my family visiting from out of town loved it! thanks for taking good care of us!
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Bindu
VIP
Atlanta Metro
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 11 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
It was a great experience. Would have loved it if there were more tables with a firepit
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W
William
Milwaukee
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 11 October 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
$303 tab! 22% automatic gratuity!!! After ordering, told as other food arrived that all pizzas and falafel was not available, which is what we ordered. So had to reorder as others had their food. The replacements, terrible! Burger sliders had no flavor, dry! Our server was a super nice person, but also had the entire roof top to deal with herself. So no wonder that things got jacked up. And for that price, $303!!!! Where’s the service?!?! I do not recommend this experience!
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C
Claire
VIP
New York City
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on 4 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Beautiful views but astronomically overpriced. 1 waitress for the entire patio. Food is airport bar quality
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OmarJ
VIP
San Antonio
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on 29 September 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous and amazing view. Couldn’t get service.
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M
Mark
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! The service was great and the view spectacular. We had a great time!
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K
Ken
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful reserved seating - thank you for making our anniversary so special!!
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A
Alda
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience! We got the best seat for our anniversary
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FAQs

Top of the Gate at The Watergate Hotel is rated 4.1 stars by 466 OpenTable diners.

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

Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

Google Map for Top of the Gate at The Watergate Hotel

2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037

Additional information

Cross Street
Virginia Ave NW & New Hampshire Ave NW
Area
Foggy Bottom
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates, Pizza Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We offer Valet Parking at the hotels entrance for $20 per vehicle.
Public transit
The nearest metro station is Foggy Bottom. Our main entrance is located between 2600 Virginia Ave NW and Watergate East.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.thewatergatehotel.com/dine-and-drink/top-of-the-gate/
Phone number
(844) 617-1972

Top of the Gate at The Watergate Hotel

Not bookable

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Cocktails

After Dark

Sunkissed

Aegean Heat

Peach Freskáro

Specialty Cocktails

Coco-Tarátsa

Non-Alcoholic & Spiked Cocktails

Parkway

Am Feeling It

Wine by the Glass

Champagne & Sparkling

Louis Pommery | brutUS$19.00

D'Oro | proseccoUS$19.00

Vajra | moscato d'astiUS$20.00

Veuve Clicquot | brutUS$45.00

White

TraminUS$18.00

Dr. Loosen Blue SlateUS$19.00

CrossBarn by Paul HobbsUS$21.00

Rosé

Whispering AngelUS$19.00

Red

PèppoliUS$19.00

Cedre HeritageUS$19.00

CrossBarn by Paul HobbsUS$23.00

Beer

Bites

Marinated OlivesUS$12.00

Cheese BoardUS$36.00

Charcuterie BoardUS$36.00

House Made HummusUS$19.00

Baba GhanoushUS$19.00

Mixed Green SaladUS$23.00

Herb FalafelUS$21.00

Grilled Halloumi & Blistered Tomato SkewerUS$21.00

Truffle FriesUS$19.00

Lamb LollipopsUS$35.00

Top of the Gate PizzaUS$30.00

Margherita or Pepperoni PizzaUS$25.00

Whisky Bar Burger SlidersUS$23.00

Grilled Chicken WingsUS$29.00

Mediterranean Platter for FourUS$95.00

Sweets

Ice Cream SandwichesUS$10.00

Lemon Blackberry CheesecakeUS$12.00

PannacottaUS$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

How is Top of the Gate at The Watergate Hotel restaurant rated?

Is Top of the Gate at The Watergate Hotel currently accepting bookings?

Not bookable

Additional information