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Old Ebbitt Grill in Washington is a four star American restaurant. Here's a place to get good food. Check out this popular and affordable place in the Downtown area. It's been awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence award. This place features a singles scene. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a family atmosphere. This restaurant features private rooms, a full bar, breakfast, brunch, and valet parking. This restaurant is open late and good for groups. Diners found the food too.
5.0 of 5 stars.
Perfect meal at the end of a long day on the mall. Our party of four started with a dozen oysters and the crab and artichoke dip. And, of course, a bottle of wine (Sauvignon Blanc, Veramonte). We...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, just wow. This place was brilliant. Quick seating, friendly staff and amazing food. I had "Eggs Chesapeake", their rendition of Eggs Benedict using a crabcake, and it was stupendous. My wife's...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This would have been 5 stars but for the service. It was extraordinarily slow. However, the food was amazing. I had the cannelloni, which was savory and delicious. My mom had the top sirloin that...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a must do whenever you are in DC. The food here is great. I've eaten many dinners at Old Ebbitt's on business and with friends. You get superior fine dining service with a very casual...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Half off raw oysters late at night, fun staff, decent food. Recommend to give a try!
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Don't miss this charming DC classic that isn't rolling over and playing dead.Located just East of the White House, I'm told that this is the place that the politically connected power players come to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came to DC on vacation with my family and this place made our trip! Everything was so delicious! The menu possibilities are endless! I ordered crabcakes and it was to die for! Everything melted in...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went there for the first time a few weeks back for early dinner. Delicios grilled oysters (could have been a bit easy on the butter), best crab cakes in town, good fried chicken.Great service. All...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place had the only blonde brownie and it was delicious!
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A for food quality, service, ambiance and value. We'd give it 5 stars if the waiter had just told us his name and not referred to this establishment as a place for tourists. He should have...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tried it out over the weekend and I have to say I really enjoyed this place. Very friendly bartenders, great staff and delicious food. I had the Salmon and crab cakes. YUM!
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A boisterous place with lots of people who looked like they could buy me 10X over...and yet I didn't get snooty vibes, it was more of a "cut loose, unbutton your top button" place. I suppose b/c so...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In A Nutshell:*One of the busiest restaurants I've been to, but the service was so efficient. This is also the oldest restaurant I've ever been to.*I ordered the Maine Lobster for less than $20! It...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So, the place was overrun with tax-revolt loonies the night we went so the wait was loooong (like an hour plus). Thank god they have four different bars that kept us entertained... $3 Rolling Rock was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
History, Oysters, Drinks, and Men in suits...What else could a girl ask for? Great service. Great Ambiance. Ok Food.I forget the stats from our waiter, but he said that the Old Ebbit Grill is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This food was awesome! I had the filet mignon and it was very juicy and cooked perfectly. The green beans and potatoes that came with it were also great. I also had the peach crumble for desert and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Old E's raw bar happy hour! Half off oysters and $16 lobster cocktails. It was love at first sight. My usual order consists of said lobster cocktail and a dozen raw oysters. My faves are the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have had both breakfast and dinner here and both were fantastic. For breakfast I had the Eggs Benedict which I thought was very tasty. The hollandaise tasted fresh and tangy and the portion was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing service! Decent food. I've actually never had to make reservation. It is pretty loud. But they have a great brunch menu and I've only ever ordered sandwiches from here. The crab cake sandwich...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We were served rancid oysters and they brought us the wrong wine. Just awful.The space is lovely but stick to the bar.
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great Reuben sandwich, way too loud, but I guess it's the sort of place you need to visit at least once. So, I'm done with it now. It is am enormous place. Try to sit way inside in the building's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to the Old Ebbit Grill last night to celebrate a friends birthday and we indulged in the late night raw bar happy hour. Can you say delicious, fresh, CHEAP oysters? We opted for the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I were in town for a wedding and found this restaurant. It has a "old" Washington feel...like you back in the early 1900's. Staff is very attentive and the crab cakes are to die for!!!!...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I agree with the review posted directly before this: culinarily speaking, Old Ebbitt's Grill is utterly unremarkable. BUT...The history of the place and the fact that it is in a town that thrives on...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've always been a big fan of the Ebbitt. The food's fine, but not great, but I love coming here for oysters and a cold beer. Great atmosphere, an awesomely appointed bar, and just a cool spot to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was really disappointed with my recent experience here during Friday lunch hour, when we walked over from work for a nice meal out to send off a departing coworker. I wanted to give the lunch two...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am so glad my friend picked this place to celebrate her 25th birthday. I would have never decided to drop-in and try this place because it looks a bit too DC politico from the outside.But this is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The most amazing part of my dinner was the SERVICE. If anyone works in hospitality, you know D.C. is a union town and sadly, service is not up to par in many establishments because employees cannot...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Well, this place gets 4 stars for the service and history and 3.5 for the food. I like Old Ebbitt and usually hit it up when I am in town. It's good food, great for people watching, and usually hits...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Crab Cakes are great & location can't be beat when you are showing out-of-towners around. Couple it with a walk around the Monuments at night and you can send them back to Madison with a smile,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had tried to get drinks and dinner at the Old Ebbitt Grill multiple times on various visits to DC and it's always packed with a mix of tourists, yuppies and politicos. I decided during Memorial Day...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
During my first visit to Washington, D.C. in 1995, I was fortunate enough to be a guest of the Willard Intercontinental Hotel. After checking in and simply marveling at the beauty of that grand hotel,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I got the filet mignon, which wasn't great. But what made up for it was the chocolate chip bread pudding which was AWESOME. I'd come back for the dessert anytime!
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Two words: CRAB CAKES. Some of the best I've ever tasted. Now before I go into detail, these crabcakes were not just crab meat. There was filler. Okay, yah, that sucks, but I'll tell you what---those...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a DC classic and one of the first places I think of when visitors come from out of town. Traditional American is the best way to describe it and it doesn't disappoint. Lunch and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is owned by the Clyde group, and knowing this before dining gives perspective. I have to agree with Venu N. that "from a culinary standpoint, the Old Ebbitt Grill is extraordinarily...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a good place for Sunday brunch that actually opens before 9:00 am. I did not know that fried oysters with eggs, spinach, English muffin, and Hollandaise sauce could be so tasty. Unfortunately,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was really excited when we had an excuse to stop by Old Ebbitt Grill because its been on my mental bookmarks for years now! And being a fan of Clyde's, I knew that they could do no wrong.We walked...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came by for a mid-afternoon lunch upon high recommendations from a friend and raving yelp reviews.After pondering over the lunch menu, ended up with a single crab cake (just to see what all the hype...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
All the food I've had here has been fine (brunch, lunch, snacks and dinner). Probably some of the best bloody mary's in town - yum! I go mostly because it's a DC staple and my dad likes to go when...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
good selection of oysters. one of few restaurants downtown open Sunday nights. I would never say the food is outstanding but overall service and quality of food is consistently good. It is a shame...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
ONLY BASED ON RAW BAR HAPPY HOURI am not a fan of their hot food but Orka platter at midnight on a Monday night for less than $50? Nuff said. It's not oyster season now but no murkiness here. I come...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sit in the atrium if at all possible! Ebbitts has really good crab cakes and burgers. Their sandwiches are pretty good too. If you have room for dessert then try their Blondie, it's fantastic!I do...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The husband and I were staying a few blocks from here and thought we'd try out the bar while waiting for friends to arrive in town. At first the bartender was a bit standoffish, but I think he warmed...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I heard that crab cakes are the thing to eat in dc. So I went on good ole yelp and found this place. Seemed to have high ratings. I came here for dinner with my new pal. We both ordered the double...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A couple of weeks ago my coworkers and I had lunch at the Old Ebbitt Grill (OEG) to celebrate the retirement of one of the analysts we work with. We walked from our building that's across the street...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a huge tourist draw; interior decor is patriotic-like and local rumor has it that most presidents have eaten here at one point or another during their term. Makes sense, I guess, given...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This is restaurant serves very normal American cuisine. I had the grilled Maine lobster and crab cakes, but really nothing spectacular about their flavors. You won't be disappointed, but you won't be...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
2.75 stars. I can't stand idly by and watch the Old Ebbitt get fantastic reviews on Yelp. From a culinary standpoint, the Old Ebbitt Grill is extraordinarily mediocre, and yet based on its...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went back to OEG with two other out-of-towners and got the crab cake again. It was JUST as good as I remembered. It is probably my favorite crab cake I have ever tasted. I love this place, although...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a great place. One of the best places for wings! Love the consistent service. The blueberry crumble was sooooooooooo good. Very filling, but so delicious. Old Ebbitt is such a nice place to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After our tour at the White House, my cousin's friend took us to Old Ebbitt Grill. I love the history there and the food is fabulous. We started the meal with oysters and crab claws. The last time...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great for lunch, not reservation required, and good for kids. The food is filling, and will get you re energized for the rest of the day. It is right next to the treasury and the white...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
1) go to www.opentable.com to make a reservation. Made a reservation on my iPhone, had the confirmation emailed to me and was seated as soon as I walked in. Don't wait for a table... It's a sucker...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely LOVE this place! My boyfriends sister is the one responsible for taking us here on our trip to D.C. - it is one of her faves. This a terrifically historic building with killer...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Bustling spot on a Thursday early evening. Managed to squeeze a spot at the bar and order a half dozen oysters while the half price happy hour(before 6pm) menu was still in effect.Good selection of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Get the "Eggs Chesapeake" (their specialty). Poached eggs, crab cake, Chesapeake sauce, on an English muffin. Fantastic. Good Bloody Mary too... though aren't they always?
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Found this place thanks to Yelp! The restaurant was packed the night we stopped by and had a wait time of about 45 minutes. It was worth it. This place is huge and has an old historic feel to it....
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVED THIS PLACE. I give it a 4.5 in reality. I liked my brother's food better than mine! I think he had this huge fish with roasted potatoes while I had a bean sprouty egg benedict like...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbitt Grill is one of those places in DC that I've been meaning to visit but never got around to actually doing it. I finally went for brunch with a friend based on her recommendation. It was a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Aww, Ebbitt Grill! This was a staple back when I worked downtown and would have lunch dates with old friends or co-workers. One note: it's a madhouse during lunchtime so get there by 11 or plan on...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Raw oysters are great here as are the crabcakes. The decor/ambiance is my favorite in the city. I alway shave a good time when I go here. The express restaurant sux. Also I've heard they've got a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ah, you feel as though you're transported back to the early 20th century when you enter this place. I love that feeling. The food here was good. All I remember was my lobster, and I was pleased. I...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbitt claims to be the oldest restaurant in DC but the story is very exaggerated. The guys who opened this place went to an auction of the original Old Ebbitt, which was closing, for a small...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"Hey kids, I'm going to D.C.!" is something that I screamed intermittently on my status updates in the months prior, and then almost daily as the time got closer. To be honest, most of my friends...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Quintessential dc restaurant with a great location-- right accross from the department of treasury, white house and Lafayette square. They take reservations and walk-ins so no need to worry if you...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was awesome. Great service, great food, interesting decor with the cool murals and paintings on the walls. My GF had the crab cakes, she gave me a taste, and it had an incredible flavor....
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Despite the fact that our server was trying really hard to push us to order more, this is a pretty good hangout.We had a Nicoise salad, cannelloni, and a grilled chicken salad. The Nicoise salad was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I liked this place. Funny thing is that the day before we went here, a different friend took me to Clyde's. Me, not being from DC, didn't know that these restaurants are in the same family. All I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Visiting DC right now and all day my buddy had been telling me about this "Orca Platter" we needed to get so after drinking all afternoon we headed over here. The bar was crowded, but not to the point...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to enjoy a beer after a long day on the mall.
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This very popular and highly rated restaurant is a DC standby. It has a very large dining room in a courtyard, with five stories of windows above the marble floor (residences? offices?) and a glass...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes it's a tourist draw like no other, but despite it's often long wait times and crowded bars, especially during the weekend brunch hours, I can't help but still really really enjoy Old Ebbit Grill....
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't really know what to expect, but have been told this place is "Classic DC." Right across the street from the White House (I actually didn't realize this until we were getting in our cab to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here a few weeks ago with a group of 8, reservations made well in advance of course. Not knowing what to expect, we were very pleased when we were seated in the lower level in a more private...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Come here for good food at a decent price, classic cocktails (the bartenders are top notch and excel at the classics ((the Sidecar ROCKS!!!!)) so stick with those) and good atmosphere and history...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The crab cakes were exellent. The asparagus was even better.I also had the salad with streak. The salad was excellent but the beef was kinda tough.The wait staff was a little slow because of the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was apprehensive at first because the place looked a little fancy shmancy but I was pleasantly surprised. People here were dressed from t-shirts to prom gowns no problem. The next surprise was the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
PERFECTION. Where do I even begin or do justice on this review. This place is beautiful, old school, dark wood and wonderful art work. The menu has basics but the taste is not!!! We started with an...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Old Ebbitt's for lunch with family once and the food was great. Our server was friendly and helpful, evening waiting a while for me to join the party. If you go for dinner, keep in mind...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, I'll have to admit, I'm a big fan of this place. It's because I received such great service! It was my first trip to D.C. and this place was recommended by almost everyone I ran into and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Can best be described as dependably good. The food is nothing special, but it is consistent and never sub-par. The service is spotty and not nearly as consistent as the food, sometimes it is good, but...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It seems that the running reputation of Old Ebbitt Grill is that it's a classic DC institution, a must-eat for tourists wanting to catch a glimpse of politicos, with stellar customer service and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There is one thing you need to know in life: Mom always wins. Since today is my two-year anniversary with Yelp, I thought I'd update my very first review I wrote on Yelp. I've come a long way, Baby!...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We went on a Friday noon-ish hour and it was crowded. The environment here is comfortable and lively. I would give it a 3.5 star rating just because the food wasn't THAT amazing. That being said, the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
By chance we walked into this restaurant for breakfast and returned the next day after the tour of the White House. I kept an eye out for Bob Dole to walk in. (The host is a Bob Dole look alike)It...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What I'd consider to be a Washington institution...a great recommendation by a local friend. Classic old school place that gives you a feel for what it would have been like to have a "power" lunch....
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think Newt Gingrich touched my ass at the bar. He would say it was accidental.. I don't know? I do have a nice ass. Really, though, this place is classic! They have a stuffed walrus head on the wall...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Maybe I just had bad luck or maybe Cambridge just has better food, but while I love the old wood decorating this restaurant, I didn't want to eat it for lunch. The service was slow and our bumbling,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Locals don't come here for anything other than happy hours for the same reason the people who live in Manhattan don't go to the Statue of Liberty every weekend: It's a tourist trap!That being said, if...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been here twice, both for group occasions in the private room. We had a three-course menu both times. Salads to start, can't really remember either one. Crab cakes for the main course, which were...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to kick back and cut loose after work! I love this spot. It's so full of energy. The people are great. The food is excellent. The only thing I recommend it that you get there early after...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a killer hangout! The seafood is fresh and fabulous. My 1st time there was during "Oyster Hour", where the oysters are half price. Score! Following that I had the liver & onions which were...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The good:The service - Great service. Waiter was attentive. Not overly attentive, but really when you wanted him to be there he was. Water glasses were filled when they were getting low....
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We stumbled into Old Ebbitt after a long day of walking on a cold, drizzly day. OE was intense and very crowded, and the wait was 45 minutes, but it was fine, because we had one of those buzzers.I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The service here is top of the line, and the vibe, location, and decor are great too. I'm not such a fan of the food, but my boyfriend cannot get enough of this place. My problem is that I am a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went there for a birthday brunch with a group and OH MY GOSH....DELICIOUS! Complimentary mimosa's and the eggs chespeake and oh my goodness it was mmmm mmm goooood!
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Well, my coworkers certainly love to go to this place so it's a good thing I am quite fond of it as well. There is something very cozy and familiar about it but it is also extremely classy. Where I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Big, classic, multi-roomed restaurant that, as I walked through it, made me feel like I was stepping back in time a century or two. I went for brunch and could not have been happier.The Bloody...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Burgers, seafood, chops....This place will meet all your hunger pains.Old school food, culture and atmosphere. Great for business meetings.Must try in when in DC. This place can attract many...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I appreciate this place for what it is - a stereotypical snapshot of DC in the shadow of the White House - but have been consistently disappointed when eating here. The front of the house is a mess -...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
All right, it's probably more of a four-four & a half stars... I've been there (as of tonight) three times. The first was my birthday (dinner) and fabulous, the second was for a friend's birthday...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Really great customer service, they worked closely with my group of 16 and even provided separate checks!!! I enjoyed the clam chowder, shrimp cocktail, and scallops with an americano to drink. All...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This will go down in one of my places to go before a Caps game or any sporting event at the Verizon Center.To begin, this restaurant is obviously a classic for the city and has been around to see...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I know the Old Ebbitt Grill is a "DC Institution". I know that they have really great crab cakes. But, for those of us who live in the District, it's a place that would be great for you to take your...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was initially skeptical of eating here, thinking this place must be a tourist trap - high on the hokeyness, low on the substance. How wrong! The food was marvelous, and my mother remarked that she...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for a Sunday brunch & it was delish. This place is super busy, with lots of people wearing anything from jeans to fur (eew) waiting at the front door for a table. The booths are lush, the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food: I think I had a salad with salmon here. It was REALLY GOOD!!! I loved it!Price:Decent for a nice meal out. Tad bit on the pricey side, but it's worth a visit if you're visiting Washington,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place for happy hour ( half off oysters!) also they open on thanksgiving day ( for those away form home) try the autumn platter...yummy!Great ambiance as wellThia is more like 4 1/2 stars
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food I had at Old Ebbitt Grill was probably the richest, most flavorful food I've had so far. I guess I could say that some of their dishes are upscale heart attacks on a platter. This is a good...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The restaurant itself is attractive enough, but the food is overrated and mediocre. I was especially unimpressed by my "Thai" chicken salad. This was fast-food style chicken strips cut up over...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely one of the best brunches in DC! We started off with an order of the apple bread - I'd recommend two orders if there are more than two of you eating. I could eat an order myself! It's...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can't believe I'm reviewing a place that everyone in DC has eaten at a zillion times.I took some out of towners here for lunch today, and they absolutely loved it. The Ebbitt looks the way visitors...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 starsMy director recently retired and wanted to have her retirement lunch here. We ended up reserving the Cabinet room - the smallest of the three private function party rooms. I really...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I think Old Ebbitt is perhaps the most overrated establishment in downtown DC. They have a beautiful restaurant, but the food and service are less than thrilling, especially considering the prices....
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here friends during our last night in DC. The place has a great vibe with great service and a great staff. I ordered a burger with fries and it was exceptional. If you're in DC, I suggest going...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great restaurant located near the White House. Went for brunch here with two friends & we all loved our food. Service was great. Walls are lined with the heads of dead animals. Now, I'm not sure...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbitt Grill in downtown Washington, DC is right by the White House and is a staple restaurant that is a must visit when you are in the neighborhood. Most times there is a wait but the place is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh my. This place is good. We had a reservation and didn't have to wait long. Between us, we had the roast chicken, the crab cakes, and the parmesan trout. All were EXCELLENT, as was the crab and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten at Old Ebbitt Grill a few times in the past and was looking forward to going here again during my latest DC trip. It has the distinguished type of charm and ambiance that only a restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Three of the most wonderful words on the planet:: The Breakfast Club.You need to have brunch at the Old Ebbitt Grill where some incredible genius, some lover of life and food and of all that is good...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the vibe in this restaurant: esp. since you are in Washington DC. I had a hard time finding places to eat in DC: but I def recommend this place when you want a nice meal with great drink...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was one of the last places I dined at while visiting DC. My friend and I stepped in around 7 pm or so, and there seemed to be a LONG wait already. Fortunately for ourselves, a man leaving the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It does have a cool, very DCish atmosphere. It feels like a real backroom place where deals are made. The bar is also cool, nestled in the back with a window to the street. All the while, you are a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Solid restaurant overall. Food is a little greasy though. Pretty extensive menu. Very extensive desert menu.
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A QUINTESSENTIAL DC ESTABLISHMENT, Great Food, Great Service, Great Value, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A RESERVATION!!I eat here every time I am in DC. The food is always high in quality and always prepared...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Stopped in for late night drinks and was thrilled to see they were serving food post midnight. I don't know if this is standard, or due to the inauguration. I ordered the wings, beef carnitas and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We were planning a Saturday outing to see the Christmas trees in front of the White House and then meander on down to some museums. Old Ebbitt seemed like to perfect location to grab brunch in...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was dining with a group of 4 other women. Although we had an 8:30 reservation on a Friday night, we waited for nearly 30 minutes before being seated. The place was VERY busy.For dinner, I ordered...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
good for brunch. the wait can be very long though. ok atmosphere. lots of dead animal heads on the walls. worth going to.
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I work very near here (like several floors straight up) so naturally, I end up here every few months for a business lunch. Love when the meal is going on someone's company card as the menu will...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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We took some friends that was here from FL we had a great time! The foo was great! The big thing for us is how good they were with our kids, 4,3,2. They had a good time and had a great menu for the kids to...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went here with our family on a trip to DC. It is an institution and we were very happy to enjoy Sunday brunch there. Two of our party ordered the eggs benedict with crab cakes, which they found...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After touring around some of DC's Christmas sites we happened to have found good street parking right next to The Old Ebbitt Grill. Being Christmas Eve I doubted that we would get a table, but...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wondered what could I add after over 150 reviews. I love this place its a Washington institution. And I love it even more since I got married here. Not just reception, but married here. Last Sunday...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my go to places in DC, I like it a lot because the food is always good the bar and service staff is always friendly and parking is Free. Not to many places in D C have all three things...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, okay, what can I say that hasn't been said already?This is one of my favorite restaurants if I'm going to have good ol' American style food. I've been here for many dinners, attended the Oyster...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What am I thankful for this past Thanksgiving? The Old Ebbitt Grill!What a classy place to dine for Thanksgiving. Place was crowded like crazy, but we had made a reservation a few weeks before. The...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was my first visit and I enjoyed it immensely. My boyfriend and I had burgers and they were both good. I wish the fries has been crispier but they worked. The house salad with vinegrette was very...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
A very disappointing meal on Thanksgiving day. We were so excited to be dining in this legendary place just around the corner from the White House. The first round of turkey dinners were quickly sent...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ebbitt is lovely during the week, and Big Suck during the weekends. I blame tourists. But the food is pretty good, the service is prompt and courteous, and they make the most awesome dirty martini...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I would give this 4 stars during the week and 2 on the weekends. Its a good after work place, but hideous on the weekends. This obviously has to do with the local/tourist patronage, but there is a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We just went there today, it has parking spots around the neighborhood so if you dont feel like taking the metro you can just drive around the block and find a metered parking spot pretty easily. The...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here with friends last week and I have to say the food was DELICIOUS. They rave about their trout parmesan and it lived up to all the hype. My only gripe is that after a while it was kinda...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbitt, as I was reminded tonight, is a decent place to eat downtown and "feels" like Washington, but is noisy, not cheap, and busy as heck. Get a reservation if you can. And ask to be seated in...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been in DC for about a year now and all my friends have been chastising me for not visiting old ebbitt grill. I decided to go for brunch on Saturday. I have to say, I was underwhelmed. The...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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We used the Old Ebbitt Grill as our reception venue and it was a mixed bag. The wedding coordinator for the restaurant had just changed, and I think the new woman (Bobbilyn) still has some learning to do.First...
weddingwire.com - user review - 11/07/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously... the ratings for OE are WAY too high. Don't get me wrong... it is ok. But it is NOT a 4-star. It is a place to get beers or a nice bight to eat next to the White House. You may find a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tired and cranky, we decided to remind ourselves of a world outside the walls in which we'd encamped ourselves the last few days. If I hear one more "we're ordering in", John Walsh of 'America's Most...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wish this place was in New York City.My girlfriends and I went to DC for Howard University's homecoming (only for the wknd) so we really didn't explore DC like we wanted to but we are planning to...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went to Old Ebbitt while we were visiting the DC area. We ate on the terrace, so we didn't get the true experience. The waitstaff was OK -- would get 3 stars from me if rated separately. The...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i know i'm going to get ripped for a 3 star given the die harders who love old ebbitt (my best friend from college included). but, i think this place gets bumped up in ratings and reminiscing because...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I chickened out on the crabcakes, but my dining companion loved them. I wanted seafood, still, so I went down for the fish & chips, which were not great. The breading was oil-soaked and the filets...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Bloody Marylands with a gigantic shrimp adorning the glass is absolutely the perfect Sunday brunch drink! I also loved the Eggs Chesapeake - poached eggs on top of perfectly buttery crabcakes on top...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As we bid adieu to the west wing of the white house, Boyfriend, Parents and I decided that we were in need of some presidential eats. Boyfriend suggested the Old Ebbitt and as he was (and continues...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbit is one of those go to places when you have guests in town. Convenient location to monuments and chance to see some famous folks, or so I'm told. Really big restaurant, with a really good...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We loved this place. Great ambiance, great service, great food! It was loud and crowded but it didn't detract from our experience at all. I loved the Victorian/Beaux Arts decor, especially the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A very solid place for lunch... I've been here many times while working downtown, and each time I've always had excellent, fast service. Their burgers as well as their fish selections are excellent....
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was scared of this place b/c it looked to fancy so I avoided it. I stumbled in at like 12:30am one time and the kitchen was still open! Apparently, it doesn't close till one. Despite the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Classic place, classic food.I love that you can actually taste the difference of their oysters from their oyster menu - they have been totally taken care of.I had their lovely Parmesan trout - wow,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Got the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and my friend got their Eggs Long Island. They were both just okay. Perhaps we ordered the wrong items? We could not finish our food but when we took it home I didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
There are good things and bad things about this restaurant... so I wasn't sure how to rate it!Let's start with the good:1. Oyster Bar Selection: Being someone from a seaside community I am normally...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has been covered very well by all the other reviews. My $.02 is that the seafood was excellent. Strong recommendation. It's great inside, with a side area off the dining room neat this...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a D.C. institution (at least this is what Clara, our tour guide said. And I believe everything tour guides say). So if you visit D.C. without eating here, that could land you in the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Brunch Friends Old Ebbitt Grill = Decent combination.Friends Brunch is ALWAYS a successful combination, but Old Ebbitt was perhaps not the best location for it. I'll explain later.I had to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here, by rec from a co-worker, with a couple of gal pals.Great suggestion! We showed up early to our reservation (which I HIGHLY recommend getting since the place was packed) so we hung out in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is an excellent restaurant in the heart of the district. Tons of options on the menu. I had the crab cake special and it was fresh and delicious, tons of crab with limited filler. They offer a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is known for its oysters and crab cakes. We came here after visiting the area and was looking for a fine meal. My friend stated that he believed that the cost was a bit on the high side;...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've only ever had a cheeseburger with sauteed onions here. Why, being that I've been here numerous times? It's the best damn cheeseburger in DC. Don't let the location put you off, or the fancy...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We took the recommendation of a local and ordered the Crab Cakes, which were an August Special at 2 for $18.95. Coming from California, these crab cakes were bigger than anything on the West Coast....
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite restaurants anywhere - not just in DC. I've been eating here off and on since 1992. I took my now-wife here for lunch just before I proposed at the Jefferson Memorial a couple of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I could see giving 4-1/2 if yelp had it and with future visits I could be a 5. This is a good ole boy kind of place and sitting having brunch in the bar area in the back made me want to come hang here...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Bloody Mary Revisited. Eating old boys club style should be revisited. If only for the Bloody Mary.I went early with a fairly picky crowd (wait, does bitchy count?) so some of us were in severe need...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I haven't been to the OEG in some time but every time I have gone it's been excellent. Location is a great reason to go there (near the White House/Treasury Building/Willard Hotel) and it's one of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbitt is rather like it sounds, a hidebound brass rail. The thing is, that the prices aren't overdone. The service is righteous. You would expect to pay a little bit more for such a joint but...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The menu: Surprisingly livelyThe banana nut bread: DeliciousThe atmosphere: Airy, yet refinedThe waitstaff: AttentiveThe salmon: Very goodThe specialty cocktail menu: Creatively designedThe fact...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a big big fan of Old Ebbitt Grill, not because of the food, but purely because of the old Americana, the history, the ambiance, the fact that the place is full of rich old white people who are...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
DC Old Style CoolI like the beer I like the burgers - The crowd can be a bit preppy - but hey it's an awesome place for Happy Hour. I have always been pleased sober and or drunk:)
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The first impression was old stuffy gentleman's club and I guess this is quite the place for tourists from all over US. It's supposedly a good place for power business lunches and packs a good dinner...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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While Old Ebbitt Grill is a good choice for almost any meal, I am partial to their Saturday brunch. Any way they serve them, you can't go wrong with Eggs Benedict.
kudzu.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everytime I venture to Old Ebbitt, I try to remember to yelp it. We've been going more often now that one of our fave bartenders from another restaurant landed here. Both times, he hasn't been working...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was tempted to give one star, but it's not all bad. I'd been here for drinks a few times, and while it's pretty overwhelmingly crowded and touristy, I kind of dug the absurdly old-school decor and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Old Ebbitt Grill is fantastic! For the past twenty years, since I was at Gallaudet University, I have always wanted to try it. So when my sister and I went shopping at the nearby Macy's, we...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We visited D.C. for the first time couple of months ago because the BF's sister was graduating from AU Law. She took us to Old Ebbitt Grill for breakfast because she said it's one of her favorites in...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Never had a bad experience here. The oysters and seafood are absolutely fantastic. I've always had exceptional service. If you have a reservation (suggested) you'll get right in.Just a hint, always...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've always loved Old Ebbitt as a great place to take family members when they're in town (especially when they pay for it). I went for something like the 5th time last night, and still was not...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The crab cakes are tremendous -- a lot of high-quality crab and very little breading. They are served without sauce, leaving the crab cakes to stand on their own merit. They were served with corn. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This review is only about the bar and only about the booze.You'll stand next to uber-politicos who have gobs of power for the paltry sums their public employment pays them. Pour a drink in them, and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We had a reservation for lunch, but waited about 10-15 min to be seated, one of my pet peeves. Despite this, the service was quick. So quick, in fact, he forgot a few things. His charm made up for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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An old favorite of Washingtonians. Great atmosphere although I was disappointed in the DC nonsmoking rules. Wonderful food, great fun place, but do away with the smoking in the bar that travels into the main...
kudzu.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbitt Grill seems very old-school Washington -- dark wood paneling, elegant appointments, etc. Very fitting for a restaurant right across from the WH. :-)We found the food and service very good....
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When Bistrot du Coin has been vetoed/already visited/is too far away, Old Ebbitt Grill is usually where my out-o-town guests and I end up. Here's why.1. It's got a great price range and good variety...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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Amazing everything. The crabcakes are delightful, the raw bar rocks and every seafood dish is amazing. Can't go wrong here!
kudzu.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I seem to always end up here, if for no other reason than it is smack in the middle of NW DC - making it a convenient location for meeting folks from throughout the city. Every time I've been here it...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Might not be the TOP 10 restaurant, but for me. It is an outstanding restaurant for bunch and weekend. Great decor, service is great, and food is awesome. I recommend the "Oyster Stew" and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
ok...so I am a bit biased as my father in law designed the corner bar, but this place still rocks. yes, it can get a bit crowded, but all good places do...the food is just insanely great and they have...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love the food here - hate the crowds. What more is there to say? Go early during the weekends for brunch to avoid the tourist crowd.
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For those looking for a true "Washingtonian" eating establishment look no further than Old Ebbitt Grill. Located steps from the White House and metro stops, this restaurant has it all.The decor is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went for brunch. Coffee was solid, strawberry crepes were very tasty, and strawberry french toast was good as well. A lot of strawberry, yes -- which in part speaks to the breakfast-y limitations...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbitt is an institution, I will give it that. However, that's a lot of what seems to keep people coming back here. The atmosphere is cozy and old-fashioned, reminiscent of a better era. You can...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent food, consistently good. the chicken wings are excellent, the hummus large and perfect to share, the sallad entrees are divine. One of the best burgers in DC and and the deserts are to die...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good family brunch place
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My mom and I came here for mother's day brunch prior to attending a ballet at the warner. I was looking for something a little elegant with a DC vibe... but not an outlandish price point. Old Ebbitt...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't care if the month of May does not have the letter "R" in it. The oysters I got at the Old Ebbitt Grill last night were fresh and tasty (and most importantly didn't make me ill)!! Finally made...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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Great food, great service
weddingwire.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The burgers are very good. The crabcake sandwich not bad either. The prices are lower than other DC establishments and the drinks are also reasonable. Good place to take out of town guests as the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place is truly a has-been. The service was atrocious--I actually sent back a cosmopolitan given it's notable lack of anything resembling a natural ingredient, and my waiter nearly spit in my new...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Outstanding fresh oysters, Maryland crab cakes, shrimp cocktail, fried calamari and peanut butter pie. And not necessarily in that order.
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Breakfast at Ebbitt's is a must for politically oriented star-f*ckers. Begala? Carville? Buchanan? I've seen them all on occasion.Great food, impeccable service and the perfect place for a breakfast...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great experience. It's just like Clyde's on the inside so I wasn't suprised when I learned about their relationship.Given the location I thought we'd be paying much more for the food but this wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
While at O'Hare Airport to DC, my friend and I went to grab a quick dinner during our flight delay. As we ate, we noticed the lady next to us, eating alone, seemingly eavesdropping on our...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sure, it's in every DC tourist book ever written. Sure, it's almost always crowded. But Old Ebbitt is still the place I take out-of-towners when they are visiting DC. To me, this restaurant just...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have only been here once, but can't wait to go back again. I was facinated by the history and I have heard only good things about it, so I decided to take my boyfriend here on one of our first...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. I love the history you can feel when you walk through the doors.I love the staff and their attentiveness.I love the atmosphere and the deals you can sense that are being made by the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had the fish and chips as well as the trout and both were fairly good but a bit heavy. Fish was very moist. Good service and that goes a long way. For non-pork eaters, it's a challenge for breakfast...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I finally made it to Old Ebbitt Grill. I've heard about it from everyone and have never been there til last night. My friends and I were going to the theater at 7:30 so we had a 5:00 reservation. I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for a Saturday brunch and it was a zoo. I felt like I was at a rock concert instead of a restaurant -- we could barely walk to our table because of the crowd. We were seated in the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Apparently people like this place so I am going to say that perhaps my experience was an anomaly and you should ignore it. Wait, please don't ignore it, that would make me sad. Well here goes, this...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Same ownership as Clyde's. Good food. Had some oysters to start, which were great. Then went with the rockfish, which was excellent. Service was good although we had to wait after we got there, even...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dining history 101: est in 1856! Wow, not many restaurants can say they have been operating that long. The food is great and so is the service. I love the feel of everything American in its decor,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is Americana at its finest. Old Ebbitt Grill has been a landmark at the nation's capital since 1856. I loved the Old Ebbitt Grill the only thing I disliked is trying to find parking. It's...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Definite must eatso many different roomshistorical food.
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Popular place for brunch! Probably that is why we went. Really nice place, we sat out of the restaurant inside the building by the fountain. I ordered oysters that fantastic, and the eggs chesapeake...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy and Historical. I have always enjoyed the food at Ebbitt's no matter what I have ordered. Be it a burger, chicken, fish, whatever! Do expect to wait a little while for the food, and you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As much as I hate to admit it, this is some DAMN GOOD STEAK. I actually really enjoy dining here. Embarrassing to admit (given what a tourist trap it is), but I'm secure enough to admit it. Yummy...
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is packed even for a Sunday afternoon at 3pm. My friend and I thought we could drop in for a quick bite after our tour of the White House (yes, I'm a tourist!) and found to our dismay that...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
from what i am told this place is a DC staple....i lived there for 3 months so i was in that weird tourist/transplant/local stage but defo enjoyed this place a few times!amaaaazing crab cakes!!...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For the longest time, I thought Old Ebbitt was too nice for a guy like me that loves dive bars. Boy was I wrong. While the main dining rooms aren't really my style, the several corner bars Ebbitt...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Every time I am in town, Old Ebbitts is a mandatory stop. The crab cakes are awesome and the bar is dark and woody. It is worth the wait, because there is usually a wait... even on a Wednesday...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My Eggs Florentine was perfect in every way but the place is heavy with traditional DC fare and a bit on the stuffy side. Reminds me of Clyde's -- OH HEY! They are owned by the same people. Go figure....
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbitt Grill is literally an oldie but goodie. The history just speaks for itself and even more so when you go down to the bathrooms and read all the newspaper articles that have written about the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was visiting DC for a conference and wanted to eat good food. My coworker told me about this place and about their half price oysters. I LOVE OYSTERS so of course I had to try it. Half price...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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After a morning or afternoon of sightseeing, you can't beat the location of Old Ebbitt for a satisfying meal. Located directly across the street from the Treasury building, this is convenient to the White...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am rating RAW OYSTERS ONLY with regard to Old Ebbitt.While I have never been made sick by an oyster here (and have been 10 times), since December 2007, I've noticed that the salt liquor in the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The overall experience in this historic restaurant visited by presidents from long ago is wonderful. It's owned by the Clyde's group, and so a lot of the food on the menu is the same (although the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
As all 5,000 people to review this place have said, the Old Ebbitt Grill is a DC mainstay, but so are sex scandals. And you can have much more satisfying relations with another restaurant.Have you...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So, I kind of love this place now. Despite being in the middle of Restaurant Week, I made reservations at this place on a Wednesday for my friend and myself (the history of this place was too...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Upscale TGI Fridays is how I describe this place to the people I bring here (which is everyone). It's not the best food in the city, but the menu has something to please everyone. It may not be the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My job has held our holiday parties here on several occasions. I work not that far from this location so I'm able to see a lot of the white house politicians during lunch time. I truly love the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was only in DC for about 2 and a half weeks and I found myself coming back here over and over again. Why? For the oysters of course! The raw bar is half price after 11pm. Their crab cakes are...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Old Ebbitt is a venerable Washington establishment that my father introduced me to when he was in town. I have been back almost a half dozen times! The food is great but it's also a good 20-40%...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A DC favorite. Very classy with the staff in bow tie and suspenders.The crab and artichoke dip is outstanding. Classics like cheeseburgers and chicken sandwiches are done well. Eggs Benedict on...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One day my four top couldn't decide what to order. We all had our eye on something but it seemed we all also wanted lamb. So we instituted the Bonus Meal (i guess like Taco Bell's 4th Meal). Everyone...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is what DC is all about. I managed to go to the Ebbitt several times during my visit to DC. History buffs will delight in Washington's oldest saloon. The most fun was had when we sat at the bar,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing more to add to the other reviews. When guests come from out of town I sometimes take them here.
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been honored in the past to have an ROTD here and there, and one of them was for Clyde's - a review of the Gallery Place Clyde's that was all encompassing and covered my general mixed feelings...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent. Simply elegant and excellent. We ended up going here yesterday after cheering a friend in the Marine Corps marathon and found it to be rather nice. The ambiance was elegant, the valet...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to Ebbitt Grill for lunch today with a group of friends. The atmosphere was nice and there was a decent variety of clientele. We were seated in the atrium which was very bright (not too bright...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Quintessentially DC since 1856.If you're the kind of person who wets/nuts themselves when they spot a senator or famous politician, this is the place to get your jollies. Myself, I go for the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A great place to take friends and family visiting Washington D.C.The restaurant has a nice classy atmosphere, and excellent service.Old Ebbitt Grill is a historic D.C. landmark, which also makes it a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for dinner on Tues 10/2/07. Friend works nearby so we met here. It's close to the White House/Downtown.The Happy Hour M-Th 3-6pm --raw oysters half off is Awesome. We ate 2 dozen Raw...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had a great Saturday brunch here with some of my favorite ladies in D.C., with an assist from our great waiter Russ who explained to us the history behind the various animals hanging on the wall...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Decent Food. Decent Service. Decent price.Made reservations a few days in advance. Relatively glad we did - the house was packed, especially with what seemed to be a very large restaurant. Combination...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was really impressed with the history of the place. After reading their history pamphlet while waiting for Keely, I was totally drawn into the classic, but modern atmosphere. I guess it helps that...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Looking for a cool place to have brunch this past Sunday, my boyfriend suggested we go here. Good call for sure!The atmosphere is cozy and makes you feel as if you've stepped just a bit back in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is an old corner bar that has likely been an established part of the after-hours social scene for the seat of power for decades.There is a huge bar, booths inside, and tables outside in the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Craig and I were looking for a spot to have dinner before the show on Monday night and decided to try the Old Ebbitt Grill, thanks to the great reviews from our fellow Yelpers. I made a reservation...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Quintessential DC, all-time coziest, most festive restaurant. You can find me here for lunch every Christmas Eve since 1996. No exaggeration.Go here in the winter. There's nothing better than bursting...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This is an old, famous, DC favorite. But after living in DC for a couple of years and eating at Old Ebbitt a number of times, I'm not really a big fan.There's no point in going here unless you have a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2007
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My date took me here and it was nice. I would DEF recommend making reservations....this place seems very popular and crowded all the time! We got the fried calamari.....one of ma FAV places now to get...
menupages.com - user review - 08/27/2007
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Great food, great place, great service. Just go there and eat once and you'll love it. Good price per plate, too. We had the dinner in the atrium of the restaurant, a great setting, just somewhat hard to hear...
weddingwire.com - user review - 08/20/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I wasn't impressed. Besides for the oysters, I would just head over to TGI Fridays. I might give their Happy Hour a try at some later date.Alright so i tried their happy hour at 11pm and...Well let's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was the perfect spot to begin our D.C. adventure. We arrived late from Dallas and were famished. Our friends whisked us away to The Ebbitt Grill with promises that it would be good. We arrived...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place isn't bad, but I've never been blown away. I've been three times now, though once was a set dinner for a school function. The set meal was actually reasonably priced, and the food was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went here on a recommendation. It was tourist central. 2 pm lunch on a Thursday and it was packed! Luckily, this restaurant is huge and we were seated within ten minutes. Aside from the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is always packed on the weekends for brunch, which is the only time I've been here. The food here is quite good, and I've never been disappointed with anything they've brought out....
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The burger I ordered was pretty damn juicy. The turkey sandwich my friend ordered was pretty weak. We also got stuck with a crappy server, ergo the 3*'s.
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here once for the lump crabcake. They have a great selection of appetizers. The food is good but there are so many other better restaurants - even in their own restaurant group (Clyde's,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, so I'm probably not the best food critic to be writing about this place. I've been there maybe 15 times in the past year, and I have a confession: I have only eaten the burgers! It's like an...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My aunt and uncle were in town and wanted to take my cousin and me to dinner, so I spent some time figuring out a good place to take them. Aside from the reviews here, Old Ebbitt was also recommended...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite restaurant in DC! I have never had a bad meal or service here. Let me tell you a bit about my favorites here at this fine establishment.1. The raw bar happy hour. M-Th...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have recently rediscovered Old Ebbitt and remembered how much I love coming here! Back in the day, I used to come a lot. In fact, I have been here probably more than most places in the area...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbitt always seems to be a good time.We attended a wedding reception in the atrium. Food :ExcellentService: ExcellentThe only issue having a wedding reception in the atrium is that the acoustics...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I dined here when I went down to DC to visit a friend. The place was crowded with happy hour patrons and tourists. With reservations, there was a slight wait, but not a big issue. As the hostess...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Over the last few years I have had the opportunity to travel for the company I work for and each year I've been sent to Washington D.C. Lot's of fun, got to go sightseeing, the whole nine yards. I've...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2007
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We held our rehearsal luncheon at the Old Ebbitt Grill immediately following our rehearsal at the Willard. Old Ebbitt is within walking distance from the Willard, so it worked out perfectly. The weather was...
weddingwire.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's the sort of place you take out-of-towners, not because the food/drinks are spectacular, but because it's got history http://www.ebbitt.com/main/home.cfm?Section=Main&Category=History and it's...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay -- the mixed reviews are greatly deserved...I have been here many, many times, and I have had the horrible "food court" experience, and I have had the out-of-body best-night-ever-drinking...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
My bf and I went in there late on a Fri. night because we were in the area and curious about this historic restaurant that I've heard so much about. Having lived in DC all my life, I've never ventured...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place has decent food with a pretty wide range of prices to accommodate regular people as well as the upscale crowd. Nothing to rave about or complain about here.
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oysters! Manhattans, Vodka gimlets! Need I say more. Tough to get in/dinner table so we eat at the bar. Bartenders are superb, friendly and make the perfect cocktails. Oyster selection is heavenly! A...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here for brunch a few years ago, and more recently for an organization-sponsored happy hour and dinner. It's definitely a DC fixture. There's no avoiding a noisy crowd here, as locals mix...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you are looking for a restaurant to eat at before a show at the National Theater, then this is it. The food is excellent, as long as you don't order a burger and fries. (And those are at least...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I took the recommendation of a co-worker of mine who used to live and work in D.C. and ate at Old Ebbitt Grill. I am so glad that we did, as our meal there was one of the best we had...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2007
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Old Ebbitt Grill is one of our favorite restaurants in the DC area. The staff there are very helpful and attentive. The food is amazing and the service for our event was great. The private room at Old Ebbitt...
weddingwire.com - user review - 02/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for dinner with a group of 15 for a birthday party (I'd been a few other times for lunch). It was phenomenal.The food was top-notch. I had the crabcakes, which were highly recommended by...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really liked this place. On our first visit we were there late afternoon (post lunch and pre end of work day) so it wasn't busy at all and our bartender was exceptional. On the second visit, it was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have really mixed feelings about this place. On one hand, it is a DC landmark, it isn't too expensive, and it is a GREAT place to bring out of town guests. On the other hand, it is always packed,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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I visited DC during Thanksgiving weekend with my parents and had Thanksgiving Dinner at Old Ebbitt Grill. We love the food. It was so crowded that night that our waiter barely attended on our table, which we...
menupages.com - user review - 02/11/2007
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upscale American saloon food, beautifully decorated interior... the staff goes the extra mile to accommodate the needs and desires of every client (big or small)... quick service... strollers get stored down...
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant is a DC institution! Just steps away from the White House, this restaurant is perfect for dates or bringing out of town guests, parents, etc. The atmosphere is very cozy, with dark...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here several times since 2005. I really enjoy the history of the place, the decor, and atmosphere. The service is quick and friendly. I've had both seafood and steak, both were execellent....
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbitt Grill.Made a reservation with my hubby for Valentine's Day.Showed up 20 minutes early. got seated 45 minutes late. At a table by the door. So we froze. The dainty little flower on our...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'd recommend making reservations if you plan to have dinner here on the weekend. I thought the food was excellent. I recommend the seared tuna martini if you're in the mood to try something...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoyed the dinner I had here. It has a somewhat historical feel for being so close to the White House and other downtown landmarks.If you are visiting DC for business or pleasure and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All I have to say is crab cakes! AMAZING! You have to try them! Very cool old style DC vibe right by the White House. A lot of suits. Quite crowded. Totally worth it.
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
2.5 starsToo long of a wait and too high of prices for food that is good -- not great -- but a good scene -- and a DC experience. I would rather go for drinks (and maybe their raw bar) than...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good food, service adequate, decor satisfactory, price ok for DC.My girlfriend and I went here with her aunt. I'm only going to elaborate on the food. We split the winter vegetable plate. It had two...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2006
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I would recommend Old Ebbitt to anyone! It exceeded my expectations in every way. The rooftop cocktail hour overlooking the sites of DC was something that I will remember forever!
weddingwire.com - user review - 11/20/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbitt Grill..Surprisingly, I was not really impressed with this place..Sure, it's a historic place and have a lot of memory in it and have a interesting old charm. But I can't say that I love...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Some friends were in town, so we came here for lunch. The host, a bow-tied, bespectacled old man in suspenders, gave a touch of class right off the bat, "Hello, Boys," he said with a wink, as if he...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Another downtown local favorite DC Dining spot. Yes, it is crowded as expected but it's a classic that has been around forever so they know how to do it right, the great service, food, wine and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbit is one of the oldest places in town. What's amazing about this place is that it has the original bar from the 1700's still in operation. You can go and sit at the bar that our forefathers...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I took my g/f here for her birthday dinner while we were in DC for a couple of days from recommendations here. Don't let the hostesses scare you off over the phone when they quote you a 30 min - 2hr...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OUTSTANDING!!! We ate at the Old Ebbitt Grill based on the reviews here in Yelp. We could not be more satisfied. We enjoyed lunch there after touring the White House, it is located right across the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, so this place is hardly intimate. I wouldn't take a date here, nor would I go here to quietly contemplate the mysteries of the universe. But the place's got charm, reasonable prices, and damn...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's decent. I ate here one year for Thanksgiving and had a great time. It's a fun place for tourists. Even though it's so close to the White House, you won't see anyone important. Staff just...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place for tourists to the DC area (I was a tourist myself). Located on 15th Street, it is literally only a couple of blocks from the White House. We were there on a Sunday night and it was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Here comes the one negative review...my first impression of this place as I walked in the all too crowded waiting area is that it's an upscale TGIFridays (on it's looks...I haven't eaten yet...so hold...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place - one of the best restaurants I've ever eaten in. We stumbled in randomly late one night on a trip to DC and I was captivated. Lots of history on the walls - paintings from famous...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food and great atmosphere. The dark wood interior gives it a DC feel, since it's across the street from the White House. I like their Sunday brunch menu. Reasonable priced and the wait is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Outstanding lunch experience!The place is furnished like a 1900s tavern, full of historic and interesting decorations. What really struck me was the diverse clientele enjoying their meals there. There...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I usually only go to Old Ebbitt late night when I'm hungry for the raw bar. I have had several business dinners there and have never been disappointed by their steaks. But, the real motivation to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Old Ebbitt is in the Clyde's restaurant group and I went to a Clyde's two nights before, so I figured this would be good. This review is also based on only one time. The decor of this place is great...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2006
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The Old Ebbitt Grill is a unique experience not to be missed. You walk in and see the velvet booths and dark paneled interiors and wonder if you're out of your league. But this place welcomes DC power...
judysbook.com - user review - 01/17/2006
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The Old Ebbitt Grill is a unique experience not to be missed. You walk in and see the velvet booths and dark paneled interiors and wonder if you're out of your league. But this place welcomes DC power players...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/30/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like Old Ebbitt. It is a classy old school place right by the White House which is unpretentious but gawdy at the same time. This place is great for big parties and they treat young people...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2005
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Old Ebbitt's Grill is one of the best dining experiences I have ever had. First off, the food is simply to die for. Everything my party and I had when we went was cooked to perfection and tasted amazi...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/08/2005
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This is a washington institution that deserves its status. While ceratinly not gourmet status, you can get a good meal here at a reasonable price.Great Martinis. Good for before or after Theatre. Always...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/09/2005
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Staff is very accommodating. Every waiter greeted my daughter as they passed by keeping her very pre occuppied!
lilaguide.com - user review - 07/06/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There is nothing negative I can say about the Old Ebbitt Grille, it is just that good. Actually, good is too light a word to describe the oldest and most historic saloon in town. Perfect is more...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2005
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The Old Ebbitt Grill is located right near the White House on 15th Street in Northwest DC. It is an upscale restaurant with a very spacious dining area. The food is good, but definitely not worth the price...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/29/2005
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This is a restaurant best kept for adults. It is always crowded and not really tailored to young children.
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/14/2005
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A very nice restaurant with open courtyard-type seating in back.
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/23/2005
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Service is quick, food is reasonable, and the kids don't have to be really quiet.
lilaguide.com - user review - 08/12/2004
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Good food. Stroller access was a bit difficult. The only place to store strollers is down by the bathrooms which is down one flight of stairs. Access into the restaruant is hard as well. T
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/04/2004
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The Old Ebbit is beautifully decorated, the menu is wonderful and the food fantastic. The staff is trained to offer the very best service posible and go the extra mile to accomodate the needs and desires of...
lilaguide.com - user review - 07/15/2003
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Great for sightseers, quick service and great for late night dining cramped, not that great for samller kid
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/08/2003
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established in 1856, old ebbitt grill is the oldest dining saloon in washington, dc. across from the white house, old ebbitt serves american traditional cuisine, offering the largest selection of oysters in...
opentable.com - user review
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perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the local flavor! we stopped in on our first night of vacation. bartender recommended a sampling of oysters and served a great martini...
fodors.com - user review
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a dc institution for politicos...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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since 1856, this landmark bar and restaurant has served dc's power class. rich with furnishings, including teddy roosevelt's hunt trophies, the place never fails to satisfy. even at breakfast, it's hopping...
10best.com - user review
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The three of us had dinner at Old Ebbitt Grill on Sunday, Sept. 26, 2004. The entire experience was wonderful. The food, service, and atmosphere will be long remembered. The last time I ate at Ebbitt
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i have been to old ebbitt grill for lunch and had the steak house salad. it is very good with grilled sirloin cooked to taste, and bleu cheese and fried onion strings over romaine lettuce. i have also been...
igougo.com - user review
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old ebbitt grill, good enough for presidents and good enough for you.!!
epinions.com - user review
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this restaurant is a block from the white house. power-brokers who prefer old-fashioned favorites-delicious barbecue, rich chili, tasty crab cakes and the thickest, juiciest hamburgers in the city-choose to...
wcities.com - user review
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this downtown restaurant is a block from the white house and is the boy's club joint where you'll find the most three-martini lunches served in washington...
epinions.com - user review
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my husband, myself and our 2 teens ate at the old ebbitt grill twice during our recent stay in dc.the.....
tripadvisor.com - user review
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a celebrity hangout in downtown washington, the old ebbitt grill, part of the clydeis restaurant group, captures the cityis be-there spirit in an exuberant, old-world setting. lawyers rub elbows with...
gayot.com - user review
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it is a classic restaurant that is landmark here in dc. the ambiance is great and the food is too...
amazon.com - user review
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