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Old Ebbitt Grill
American Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant, and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington
Has a stamp of approval from Bon Appetit Magazine and Washington Post
"Try the eggs chesapeake, they're outstanding!"(15 Tips)
"Late night oyster happy hour from 11-close is the best in the city!"(10 Tips)
"Orca platter 1/2 price during happy hour, great deal!"(9 Tips)
"The Trout Parmesan is huge…but delicious!"(9 Tips)
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Oyster happy hour is a GREAT deal. Also try Jonah crab.
Matt DickerMay 11, 2011Old Ebbitt Grill is a piece of DC history. The food is uneven, but it's worth going to check out the scene. Make reservations to avoid a long wait.
Try the Steak and Eggs - They actually ask if I want my scrambled eggs soft, regular or firm. Now if my breakfast meeting had not stood me up...
Great service and amazing food. If you go for brunch and don't want to wait, sit at any of the four bars.
Mary Kate KeapplerMarch 26, 2016Came for breakfast and everyone enjoyed their meal. Handled a table of 10 very well.
Try the Norwegian sandwich! It is so good. And not something you'll find anywhere else!
Toni BlakeMarch 10, 2012The chowder is fabulous!!! A great snack at the bar with some Bourbon - ENJOY!
Zach FraileyApril 4, 2012Have a cup, better yet a bowl, of some of the best clam chowder you'll ever have!
Mike ConwaySeptember 11, 2013One of my favorite places in the entire District. Good food, great atmosphere
Roly TorresNovember 16, 2015Dine with the presidents, this place has been around since Andrew Jackson. Fantastic happy hour!
Job ForceFebruary 9, 2012Lots of meetings there and good times too! We're in there at least 2 or 3 times a month!
Carie JonesJuly 10, 2011Favorite place to eat in D.C. Best. Oysters. Ever. The strawberry basil lemonade is outstanding as well.
This isn't just another DC restaurant - its an establishment! For several years it has been frequented by locals, politicians, K street titans, & tourists alike. Best bet - Petit filet & oysters!
Thomas Vander WalNovember 21, 2016Salad with goat cheese still is a go to to start after all these years.
Dawnlee BJune 16, 2012The chili is to die for. Strawberry Creme' brule is fantastic. Omg.....so full!!!!
Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014Adam Sobel, chef of Bourbon Steak, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Oysters on the half shell. Read more
Half price raw bar after 11pm is the best deal in town!
Ken KwongJuly 10, 2011Gina is fantastic host and Steven is fantastic waiter. Very good service throughout dinner. Thx.
Mike LanzilloNovember 18, 2015Unreal crab cakes. I think Drake wrote the song "best I've ever had" about them
- Close GitmoJanuary 11, 2012Jan 11(right now!): the National Day of Action Against Guantanamo & the NDAA! Join us at 1130 in Lafayette Square across from the White House. The program and march will run from Noon-2:30pm EST
- David CostSeptember 17, 2016Bourbon Walnut Chocolate Pie + glass of Basil Hayden = Perfect Dessert/Nitecap
Omavi NdotoNovember 30, 2019I used to go here back in the days but this last visit was not the best. The service was subpar and the food was really bland. I didn’t even finish my salmon because it was dry and tasteless.
Glenn JordenJuly 6, 2012Monday-Thursday, Happy Hour - 4:00-6:00. Jumbo Shrimp 2 for 1 - awesome deal!
Beachmom01December 28, 2011The crab cakes are great. Reservations are recommended as it is always busy but service is quick.
Brian CurtisMarch 21, 2013Busy place better make a reservation! Great food and service and history!!
DoughboyJuly 31, 2011Amazing place!!! Some apps are the size of entrees so be careful! The food is outstanding
You can never go wrong with Ebbitt. Ever. A D.C. institution.
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Oldest dining saloon in DC. Across from White House. American Fare. Largest selection of oysters in DC. Open daily-breakfast, lunch, dinner, late-night.
Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
(202) 347-4800
View menu on http://www.ebbitt.com/menus
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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