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Old Ebbitt Grill

American Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant, and Breakfast Spot$$$$

Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington

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Old Ebbitt Grill

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Ranked #1 for seafood in Washington
The experts at Bon Appetit Magazine and The Telegraph recommend this place
"Try the eggs chesapeake, they're outstanding!"(15 Tips)
"Late night oyster happy hour from 11-close is the best in the city!"(10 Tips)
"Orca platter 1/2 price during happy hour, great deal!"(9 Tips)
"The Trout Parmesan is huge…but delicious!"(9 Tips)

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Peter SpadaforeNovember 23, 2014
Oysters are great and they run a pretty good brunch.
Will PereiraMay 23, 2017
Good food and nice place
Caitlin RushAugust 8, 2014
If you're here for brunch, the Eggs Chesapeake are on point.
Claire McDonoughApril 22, 2017
Avoid like the plague during tourist season. Otherwise September through March great for drinks and oysters at the bar.
Titita 10 TohenOctober 10, 2016
Crab claws and clm chowder are excellent
David VasquezJanuary 19, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Half price raw bar after 11pm is the best deal in town!
น้ำแข็ง น้ำแข็งAugust 27, 2016
150 year old bar and grill. Amazing!
Monica Velez-AlbarracinNovember 3, 2015
The food was so delicious and great service!
Michelle HenshawSeptember 25, 2013
The crab cake was delicious! My favorite place in DC.
Nicole ForbesMarch 30, 2014
If the dinning is full, you can eat at the bar and it is the same quality
Sterling AshbyOctober 30, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Reopening from Hurricane Sandy at 5 pm today and running happy hour all night....sounds like a good deal!
Anna EbbesenMay 13, 2012
Get the Bloody Maryland with your brunch - super tasty twist on the classic drink.
Toni BlakeMarch 10, 2012
The chowder is fabulous!!! A great snack at the bar with some Bourbon - ENJOY!
Laetitia BrockDecember 20, 2009
It's popular with locals & tourists alike, but visitors may not know about the great happy hour @ Old Ebbitt. Go there b4 6 or after 11pm to enjoy half price oysters, steps away from the White House.
Mayor KovarikSeptember 2, 2013
The Blackened Steak and Wedge is fabulous. Great service here!!!
Benjamin PalmerDecember 13, 2016
oysters rockafeller, shrimp n grits, sit at the back bar
Tyrsa BritoJanuary 7, 2019
A great place with great food.
J DubsApril 11, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Great service and amazing food. If you go for brunch and don't want to wait, sit at any of the four bars.
Tyler MOctober 2, 2014
Only sampled the appetizers while at the bar but they were yummy!
Stefanie PentaghastOctober 14, 2013
Incredible seafood and such a wonderful atmosphere.
Bio SensApril 27, 2023
Crab soub is very good, try it
Yera HaJuly 20, 2015
The clam chowder is creamy, comforting and bacon-y.
Jeff JenkinsMarch 23, 2013
The pizza app is amazing! The portion is big enough it could be an entree!
Greg SteinApril 6, 2013
The wagyu beef sandwich freaking rules. Tasty beef and cheesy goodness.
Book BlissMarch 14, 2012
Brilliant food, knowledgeable staff, reasonably priced. Caters for absolutely everyone!
Beachmom01December 28, 2011
The crab cakes are great. Reservations are recommended as it is always busy but service is quick.
Zach FraileyApril 4, 2012
Have a cup, better yet a bowl, of some of the best clam chowder you'll ever have!
Travel ChannelNovember 23, 2010
Great for late-night bites, half-priced oysters and a dining room that screams history. – Adam Richman, Man v. Food Read more
Matthew TaubOctober 14, 2017
Good food and drinks. Pretty busy and a poor happy hour.
Keisha LandryJanuary 22, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Try the Norwegian sandwich! It is so good. And not something you'll find anywhere else!
Daniel RankovAugust 21, 2017
Loved it. Pork chop was great
Michael LambertAugust 22, 2014
Great atmosphere just steps from the White House.
Dawnlee BJune 16, 2012
The chili is to die for. Strawberry Creme' brule is fantastic. Omg.....so full!!!!
Arrie RossouwAugust 9, 2011
Always make sure to reserve a table - very popular and the best food on the doorstep of the White House. Read more
Amy ElliottNovember 13, 2014
Amazing atmosphere.great raw bar.mixed crowd.
Vicky HendersonJuly 12, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Go see brian. His music will get you going and he's a true scotsman so what more can you ask for!!
Cheryl LoveladyMarch 3, 2013
Try the Yalumba tawny port with the pear crumble for dessert. Heavenly!
Tobi DavisDecember 31, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Get your wings double dipped (not on the menu).
Jo TaylorNovember 3, 2017
The fried oysters where the best I ever had.
Nicole RovigAugust 16, 2017
Best crab cakes. Raw bar in the back. @nicolerovig
ᴡ LesinskiJuly 25, 2010
Go here. Awesome all-around. Even if just for a late night dessert or a drink -- not to mention, great food.
ChristeeNovember 11, 2014
Old city favorite. Try Walter's favorite sandwich!
Maggie MacGMay 14, 2023
This is such a throwback DC place with the BEST fries.
Glenn JordenJuly 6, 2012
Monday-Thursday, Happy Hour - 4:00-6:00. Jumbo Shrimp 2 for 1 - awesome deal!
Rick SmithJanuary 19, 2013
Crab Cakes came highly recommended, and they lived up to the hype.
Armin PrnAugust 11, 2014
It was a great night of my birthday. 🙈😊
Nick LeaMay 14, 2023
The catfish sandwich was fantastic!
Rodwell SmithNovember 14, 2016
Have the Parmesan Chicken appetisers should time permits.
Robert WoodJuly 19, 2013
The crab cakes are to die for. Very delicious!
Eric GSeptember 1, 2013
Good food. Nice ambience and great service from Bradford!

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