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Tabard Inn, Washington, DC

Tabard Inn

4.7
4.7
3052 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
We're happy you're coming! Join us for a meal on our covered patio or one of our intimate dining rooms. Or enjoy drinks and light fare in our newly-refreshed fireplace lounge. Please enjoy our hand crafted cocktails!

With a commitment to sourcing ingredients of the highest quality, Chef Cliff Wharton creates a daily menu based on what is local, fresh, and seasonal to bring inspired dishes to your table in an eclectic and historical setting. A DC institution since 1922, we look forward to offering our guests all the comforts of a home away from home.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 71 times today
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Continental

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Daily 8:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (202) 331-8528

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Cliff Wharton

  • Private party facilities

    Our charming venue is perfect for intimate wedding ceremonies, elegant receptions, festive rehearsal dinners, unique corporate events and memorable parties. Our private event spaces can accommodate both social and corporate groups for seated dinners, buffets, and cocktail receptions.

  • Private party contact

    Daniel Bushey: (202) 463-7909

  • Neighborhood

    Dupont Circle

  • Cross street

    18th St

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    By Metro- Dupont Circle is the closet Metro stop. Exit to the south from the station and walk one block along 19th Street to N Street. Turn left on N Street, cross Connecticut Avenue and 18th Street, and continue on N Street. The Tabard Inn is located on the left mid-block between 18th and 17th Streets.

  • Entertainment

    Every Sunday, Monday and Tuesday nights, the Tabard is brightened by the sounds of jazz bassist Victor Dvoskin and other acclaimed local jazz musicians.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 3,052 people are saying

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • District of Columbia

    Contemporary American

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  1. SamanthaD

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service. Very attentive but not intrusive. Food was fresh and delicious. Will definitely visit again.
  2. AvonbytheSeaGal

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The place is so warm and cozy. The food is delicious and the service was excellent!
  3. SandyM

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Very mixed feelings. I would love to go back for a drink, and listen to quiet jazz by the fire. Lovely, old-fashioned room as you enter. The food, though, was mediocre, didn't seem fresh, and not worth the price we paid. We might try again for lunch but not dinner, just because of the unique setting.
  4. MandyG

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lovely dining experience. The brunch menu was well curated and everything was delicious. I haven't been to the Tabard Inn in years and had forgotten what a unique experience it is in terms of atmosphere. Very cozy, with impeccable service. Now that I've been back after many years I won't stay away for long!
  5. EMDA

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve always loved the Tabard Inn. Delightful service.
  6. Loyalcustomer

    Washington DC

    92 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    92 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Always a pleasure to eat in the unique and artistic patio.
  7. JJWEsq

    New York Area

    60 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    This is a wonderful old Inn with terrific food and ambiance!
  8. JoeM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tabard Inn was a fantastic dining experience. We reserved a table for breakfast and enjoyed a peaceful meal whilst listening to the excellent jazz music they played. The whole ambiance was perfect, and we loved the attention to detail in the design, and with the meal. The menu was classic yet creative. The chive and cream cheese eggs were delicious. What’s more, the staff was so generous and gifted us donuts and coffee for our wedding anniversary. Highly recommend supporting this historic restaurant!
  9. HeatherPJ

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite places for celebratory meals - everything about the Tabard Inn is always TOP NOTCH!
  10. Paul221

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Table of six - shared two apps - calamari & octopus and the shrimp. Very nicely done with great flavors and cooked perfectly. Three or four different salads were apparently really good-nary a lettuce leaf left anywhere. Pork chop, halibut and duck were similarly enjoyed with pretty big smiles all around. Hadn’t been here in years for lunch or dinner and really glad to be able to heartily recommend it. Our waiter Eddie was handling the beautiful, and extremely busy lounge area where we fortunate to be seated for dinner, and he worked it all very well.
  11. Diningfun

    Minneapolis

    41 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Such a quaint place with a wonderful brunch menu. The portion was large and easily shareable. It’s tucked away and you need to be looking for it to find it but it’s worth the effort!
  12. Date

    Washington DC

    154 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    154 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Our server was super. The food was tasty and the overall place was fun and unique. I would go back.
  13. RR11

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great service. Good brunch food. Looking forward to courtyard dining in Spring.
  14. CraigW

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We can't say enough good things about the Tabard Inn! The food was fabulous, the atmosphere was fabulous and the service was fabulous! We will definitely come back again as we want to enjoy the enclosed patio next time! Highly Recommend!!
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lovely dinner… delicious in all ways from salad to dessert. We loved all aspects and had not been there in some years. It has a British feel to it, small spaces which feel so cozy and service that is outstanding!
  16. ElizabethJ

    Atlanta Metro

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Talk about a phenomenal experience…both the service and food exceeded our expectations!! I coordinated a reservation for a small group dinner. The staff went above and beyond to ensure the table was in a quiet corner of the restaurant. The servers and bartenders were fantastic. The food was fresh, unique, and flavor forward. We Will ABSOLUTELY be back!
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tabard Inn is an outstanding place for a special meal!
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic service and really enjoyable experience all around!
  19. SteveK

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Terrific service and food. Server Gigi is consistently excellent. Thank you.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    The ambiance and staff were good but EVERY dish that I had was bad. I had the oysters (how do you mess that up) , the octopus (oddly sautéed vs grilled), and the roasted chicken (very dry).
  21. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A nice evening in an interesting atmosphere, lots of history! Delicious food and great service.
  22. lobbysoccerscoutmom

    Washington DC

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic as always- such a gem! Tasty food and impeccable service.
  23. Tree17Leaves

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gracious atmosphere and service. Food excellent.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    I’d not been there is years and it was delightful! Can’t wait to return
  25. TrinaT

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    The only reason it's not all 5 stars... we had to wait quite a while before being acknowledged at the check in table to be seated. We had reservations a well. Once seated, the service improved and the food was tasty.
  26. Troy

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was told of this place and my fiancé and I had to try it out. Top notch food was amazing all around Bloody Mary’s hit it
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Love the food here! Everything was delicious. Try the pancakes. The decor is super cute but a little dark.
  28. anotherbethesdadiner

    Washington DC

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    3 of us had brunch. Corn beef hash, chicken and waffle, and french toast. All were excellent. Scone was a nice starter.
  29. UberMiaoMiao

    Washington DC

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our first time here, and what a pleasant surprise! Our waiter was exactly what we expected in a fine dining restaurant but is increasingly rare. The food was all very tasty. I appreciate that the chef takes chances with unique ingredients and pairings. The calamari and octopus appetizer was a fusion of Mediterranean and Asian. It’s daring and addictive. We also had the halibut and pork chop entrees. Both of them offered uncommon gastro experience. By the way, the ambiance and lighting of the dining room was perfect for a date night.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    The menu online was not the same as what was offered and was disappointing for those expecting one of the missing dishes.
  31. MaureenL

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    staff very accommodating / attentive
  32. StevenG

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From start to finish everything was outstanding. The Barboursville Viognier reserve paired perfectly with equally with our dishes, grilled Berkshire pork chop and fresh halibut. Every dish cooked perfectly and service was top notch. We can’t wait to return
  33. TroyD

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A fun and unique setting with a menu to match. Nice cocktails and wine choices. The pork chop was flavourful and moist (medium rare). We hope to return soon and introduce our friends to this standout space. BTW, the wait staff was excellent!
  34. Musicadeclub

    Edinburgh

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Estuvo muy bien. Gran atención y sitio precioso.
  35. EvanH

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great anniversary celebration! Food was fantastic
  36. MaryL

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Best halibut in town. Wonderful ambience.
  37. JessM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    They went above and beyond to celebrate our 4-year-old’s birthday. Excellent atmosphere and staff.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    173 reviews

    2.0

    173 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience4
    Seated quickly and brought water. Ordered donuts, a Bloody Mary and steak salad. Blood Mary was brought our looking nice. However it was not very good. Advertised a special mix but tasted like Clamato. Mrs Ts is much better. I did not drink it. The steak salad was nicely plated and had a great spicy flavor. Was very good. No donuts ever arrived. The waitresses should Cary a note pad or have better memories. Left disappointed in service and bar. Would consider another trip for dinner as the steak salad was good.
  39. PamN

    Columbus

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our party of three had a wonderful evening at the Tabard Inn last night. There was live jazz playing in the lounge when we arrived, which set the mood. The dining room is charming, the menu had interesting choices, the food was well-prepared, and the service was professional. We would definitely return.
  40. Sundae

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My first visit but won't be my last. We had a reservation and were seated immediately. Staff was friendly and attentive. The Brunch was spectacular, the portions generous and the prices, reasonable.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Tabard Inn does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Tabard Inn also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 331-8528.

Tabard Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 3052 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 71 times today
Google Map for Tabard Inn

1739 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    18th St

  • Neighborhood

    Dupont Circle

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Daily 8:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Continental

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    By Metro- Dupont Circle is the closet Metro stop. Exit to the south from the station and walk one block along 19th Street to N Street. Turn left on N Street, cross Connecticut Avenue and 18th Street, and continue on N Street. The Tabard Inn is located on the left mid-block between 18th and 17th Streets.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Cliff Wharton

  • Entertainment

    Every Sunday, Monday and Tuesday nights, the Tabard is brightened by the sounds of jazz bassist Victor Dvoskin and other acclaimed local jazz musicians.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

  • Phone number

    (202) 331-8528

  • Private party facilities

    Our charming venue is perfect for intimate wedding ceremonies, elegant receptions, festive rehearsal dinners, unique corporate events and memorable parties. Our private event spaces can accommodate both social and corporate groups for seated dinners, buffets, and cocktail receptions.

  • Private party contact

    Daniel Bushey: (202) 463-7909

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