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I dream about their crab cakes. The crab cake sandwich was so so good. We also got the deviled eggs with fried oysters (yum!) and a side of asparagus (probably seasonal). But the crab cakes were the star and I'll always be tempted to go here for
Recommended!
Old Ebbitt Grill is the oldest restaurant in D.C. We had not eaten here before on any of our visits so felt compelled to try it out. Packed to the rafters on the Saturday night - you definetely need reservations. Got seated at the nice booth. We had
Lovely drinks, perfection and absolutely no complaints.
A perfect place to distress from business travel, if you are visiting, or if you have a business meeting.
Nothing special
I had high hopes as I'd heard great things about Old Ebbitt, and one of their partner restaurants, Clyde's Willow Creek, is a favorite of mine. So I was disappointed when we had to wait to be seated despite our reservation. The atmosphere
Breakfast for Two
Our last splurge before heading home! What an amazing time! Jack our waiter couldn’t have been more helpful and informative!We started with mimosas and biscuits! So light and fluffy! Then my daughter had lobster Benedict and I had the steak and egg
First time visiting the restaurant in DC.
Our family had a great experience. The food and service were great, and we loved the atmosphere.
Ate here this afternoon with visiting family.
Fantastic food, service, and atmosphere. At the recommendation of our waiter got the Crab dip and Oysters Rockefeller to start- both delicious. Entrees were also great recommendations, the basil pesto bucatini, lobster shepherd pie, and salmon nicois
Old Ebbitt Grill is the oldest restaurant in D.
C. We had not eaten here before on any of our visits so felt compelled to try it out. Packed to the rafters on the Saturday night - you definetely need reservations. Got seated at the nice booth. We had the lobster "cocktail" - essentially
My coworker brought me here during my 1st visit to DC & I
My coworker brought me here during my 1st visit to DC & I enjoyed it so much that I returned the following day. The drinks are on point, always. The food is always great, at least everything I've tried thus far and tye vibe is also great! Fr
I have eaten here numerous times over the years when
I have eaten here numerous times over the years when visiting DC, and this was the first time the service was subpar. The main server must have been having a bad day and probably should have called out for the day. Most of the other staff, from the H
I have been going to this restaurant since I was child!
I have been going to this restaurant since I was child! This restaurant never disappoints! The oysters are amazing. The service is amazing even more. The servers are attentive, polite, and knowledgeable about the food and drinks. What can I even talk
Excellent, Super Efficent
Really enjoyed a three course meal here. Very efficent team. Very busy spot but its big and they were turning over tables really quickly so we only had a 2 min wait as a walk in. Extensive selection of wine. Chowder was gorgeous served with warm bre
The waiter was a complete embarrassment and rude by the way he asked us to increase our tip
This was our first time in Washington DC and our first ever meal there. The food was ok, nothing to rave or write home about but we were in great spirits due to the start of our holiday. After we’d eaten the waiter (a tall older guy with greyish ha
Old Ebbitt has a ton of reviews so I'll just touch base
Old Ebbitt has a ton of reviews so I'll just touch base with the highlights. The service is excellent, some of the best I've had anywhere in the world. The ambiance is timeless and fun. The food was great and while not cheap, it was very af
meh. had a reservation, but got seated by the socially
meh. had a reservation, but got seated by the socially awkward host in the very loud and much more casual bar area. tried asking about it, but was basically dismissed. service was slow and scarce. birthday noted in reservation went unacknowledged. fo
Fabulous experience - will definitely be back.
My family and I had lunch here yesterday and is was excellent. Our server was so friendly and helpful and answered all of the questions we had in regards to the menu. I ordered the Lobster Shepherd's Pie and it was outstanding. I also ordered
Old Ebbitt, is my goto, and a DC Classic; When you think
Old Ebbitt, is my goto, and a DC Classic; When you think all the others have gone to bed, they haven't - they closed early so they can grab a Seafood Tower at Old Ebbitt! Locally known for the Walrus side of the menu, and their seafood tower,
A lot of people raves about Old Ebbitt Grill.
When in DC, it is recommended to try this place. The food were great. There is a nostalgic feeling because of the history behind this restaurant. Maybe they can replicate that ambiance (look) to the extended space they built possibly to accommodate t
Food and service was great.
They even healed the reservation for 15 minutes. The ambience was great
Had a reservation here for our trip scheduled at least
Had a reservation here for our trip scheduled at least three months in advance. Place is amazing inside, historic decor and very memorable. However, when we arrived they attempted to seat us in their overflow section, which is basically in a mall typ
Great food but the restaurant is a tourist trap.
Very kids friendly. Great service; the restaurant was super busy. Booked our table a whole month in advance. Lots of hustle and bustle. Lot of history, check in the block.
A must- see in DC! ⭐️
On recommendation from a DC local, we went for lunch after getting off at the White House stop on the Big Bus Tour. Old Ebbitt Grill is the oldest bar in Washington DC dating back to 1856- and it’s in walking distance of the White House. It’s
The food and atmosphere were fantastic, but the exceptional
The food and atmosphere were fantastic, but the exceptional service was my favorite part. I had the pleasure of being taken care of by Steve at the bar, and he was beyond delightful. Gave me a lot of great tips on things to do while I was in town,
Outstanding classic DC experience.
Not cheap, so bring your ducats. Took my granddaughter on an impromptu trip to show her the glories of the capital before the orange menace got his spray tanned fingers onto everything & (Feb 2025) so the mood was still slightly pleasant. I
Came in at 11 pm and it was close to packed.
Great food and mostly great service. Hosts were a little rude and would ignore you. Waiters were very friendly.
After making a reservation in March, we are her in
After making a reservation in March, we are her in September and have been sat at a table out back in an empty shopping mall or office conference hall. We are NOT IN THE RESTAURANT.
Exceeded expectations
We had a fabulous visit to this restaurant, we had wanted to visit for a while and it didn’t disappoint. Cynthia was fantastic server, very engaged and helpful. Food and drink was super - would highly recommend
Love that there were two oyster happy hours and yes, I did
Love that there were two oyster happy hours and yes, I did hit both. Sat in the restaurant as well as at the bar. The ambiance is wonderful...it is the oldest tavern in DC. Service is always helpful and perfectly timed. Highly recommend this for all
Loved it!
I had the best experience at Old Ebbitt Grill with my family! They had something for everyone, exceptional service and located in a great spot of DC!
Dinner while on vacation. With a group of 9 they were able to accommodate us and everyone was pleased with their meal. Desert wa
Everything we had was INCLUDING the service were exceptional. So go we visited on 2 separate occasions while visiting DC
Disappointing
Disappointed!! We’d heard good things about this restaurant but I’m sad to say it didn’t live up to its reputation. We’d made a reservation but had to wait 10 minutes for our table !! We had a starter but our main arrived before we’d fini
The hype is real! Great place to eat and experience DC!
Staff and food were excellent. We ordered calamari and a blt sandwich for Lunch and it was amazing. Everything was fresh and delicious. Our server was fabulous! We highly recommend!
History on your plate
Classy place oozing with culture and history. The waiters were very attentive and the menu was diverse. Prices were a little on the steep side. Reservations are an absolute must or you can expect a long wait (30-60 minutes).
Fantastic all around!
This is a fantastic restaurant. My wife and I came here with a friend in May while visiting town for a conference and we really enjoyed our meal here. The drinks were great and service was excellent throughout the meal. I had a ribeye that was delici
Birthday Bucket List
Birthday Dinner while having Our Bucket List Trip to DC for the Week . We Ordered Oyster Rockefeller & Crab Cake Entrees both were Delicious. Restaurant was very Busy but it was 5pm ... My Only Complaint was I made Old Ebbitt's aware at time o
When in Washington DC, a great place to stop in for food
When in Washington DC, a great place to stop in for food and drink is Old Ebbitt Grill. We were there on conference staying near the White House, and this was our to go to place late night. Highly recommend stopping by and checking it out. Food an
Old Ebbitt - New Favorite!
We visited early evening on a Monday. We first sat at the bar for drinks with plans to get a table for dinner later. Bartender Alex was so great we didn’t leave the bar! His suggestions were spot on, his service was excellent, very personable. Obvi
Our server was absolutely amazing.
I wish I could remember her name because she deserves a special shout out. We arrived on a Monday evening and although they were quite busy, we only had about a 10 minute wait. The restaurant itself was clean and comfortable and as I said the service
The best restaurants in one of the best places ever in
The best restaurants in one of the best places ever in Washington DC Washington DC I cannot over emphasize how good the food was
Oh my gosh--the ambiance of this restaurant is cozy and
Oh my gosh--the ambiance of this restaurant is cozy and fantastic. I understand why 7 presidents have eaten here. It's incredibly clean. It's the oldest continuously serving restaurant. Our wait staff was friendly and very helpful when we asked for h
Being in DC for work, we planned a nice dinner for our
Being in DC for work, we planned a nice dinner for our group. Old Ebbitt Grill was suggested for being a local institution, having a nice ambiance, and being open late. We arrived for our reservation and were seated quickly. Our cocktails were tasty
Yesterday we had lunch at Okd Ebbit, and everything was 5*.
The food, we had the Crab and arthicoke dip- dont miss it! Steak frites, the softshelll crab and a burger. Everything was very delicious. It is a huge place with a very nice interior. Our waitress was the best so far during our US trip, sorry I for
Their ribeye is first class but their Italian wine and clam
Their ribeye is first class but their Italian wine and clam chowder could be better. The wine had tasted like it had some vinegar in it. The clam chowder tasted like it came from a can. The ribeye was ordered medium rare and was cooked perfectly. It
Service - good Ambience - it's a big restaurant, we sat in
Service - good Ambience - it's a big restaurant, we sat in the back "patio" so not in the main restaurant which was probably better since it was less noisy. Food - I had the Walter's Favorite, basically Reuben. I'm not to Reuben connaisseur
Outstanding Each Time
Had an extended weekend in DC with my wife for her niece’s graduation. We ended up eating here three different times, once for lunch and twice for dinner. Outstanding food and service each time. Order the French Dip and fries…you will not be disa
Classy Haunt.
For grad students. Every one is welcome but alumni get very special treatment.
The oyster bar is outa sight.
Historic ambiance, always lively. Great for meet ups. Great food and great service.
Good service and great food
Our visit couldn't have been better, what a cool place to have a nice dinner. Very old school, we had oysters on the half shell, steak and scallops, they all were great. The service was awesome, and the atmosphere was really great!
Amazing time after time
This was our third time at this restaurant. Every time we sit at the bar. We had lamb chops and the Cesar salad. We had probably three or four different drinks. Everything was absolutely amazing. All the bartenders were great, great personality, gre
Good breakfast!
Nice place with good atmosphere! Good service and lovely pancakes with crispy bacon. Freshly brewed hot coffee made the meal perfect.
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