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Tabard Inn, Washington, DC

Tabard Inn

4.7
4.7
3860 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 59 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Since our early days as a tea room, we’ve been a respite for locals and visitors alike, offering a haven for conversation and memorable cuisine. The tradition continues as our culinary team has curated an inventive and elevated menu through New American cuisine while paying homage to the beloved dishes that have been served at the Tabard Inn for years.

Executive Chef Matthew Zafrir came to the Tabard in 2023, bringing with him experience from various fine dining restaurants around D.C. such as minibar by José Andrés, Cranes, Revelers Hour, as well as Woodberry Kitchen in Baltimore, MD. He also shares the Tabard's longstanding commitment to sourcing ingredients locally.

Join us for a meal on our covered patio or one of our intimate dining rooms. Or enjoy drinks and light fare in our historic fireplace lounge, where you can enjoy our creative cocktails! 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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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Continental
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 10:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Zafrir

What 3,860 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • District of Columbia

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nestled in the heart of Washington, DC, Tabard Inn offers an "old fashioned, authentic and tasty" dining experience. Known for its "charming and cozy" atmosphere, it is perfect for brunch, romantic dinners, or a cozy night by the fireplace. Guests praise its "delicious food and stellar service," making it a local favorite.

3,860 Reviews
  1. Jeannette

    Berlin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We just love this place! Very Washingtonian, very special.

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  2. Esther

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service are always exemplary. As it began to fill up on the most recent visit, the noise level naturally rose, but it was still possible to converse, and the thoughtful service made it a thoroughly enjoyable experience.

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  3. Robert

    Denver

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful Place. Polite staff. I came with such high expectations based on pier recommendations. NOT MET. I could not eat my food as I saw mouse running around the dining area at eye level. the chicken sandwich was flat as a 50-cent piece. Now the Hamburger at the table next to me was thick and looked good. The donut was also good. The sweet potato soup was cool and awful, without flavor. I was expecting it to be at a minimum warm. The shrimp bisque was the same. NO flavor, taste was missing. I would not recommend either of three. The cost for product was not even close to being there. PLEASE DO SOMETHING WITH THE MOUSE PROBLEM!!!!! I would not recommend eating at this restaurant.

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  4. Brian

    VIP

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great place for a quiet, delicious meal and good conversation.

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  5. Fred

    VIP

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super great food, pleasant and warm staff, good live music, comfortable, cozy, sophisticated vibe.

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  6. David

    VIP

    New York City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were a group coming from various parts of the country and arriving with travel delays -- the hostess seated us as we came and the waiter let us wait until we all were present to ask for orders. No pressure. I'm from NYC and this would be unlikely there. I've dined at Tabard Inn several times before and always loved it but this was special. And the food was terrific!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my second time eating at Tabard Inn. Both times the food and service was extraordinary! The skillful flavor pairings from the Chef are accessible but also refined for those looking for a higher level culinary experience. For those that only like certain foods or are particular Tabard requires you to trust the process and the Chef so it may not be for you but if you are open it is so worth it.

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  8. Marcela

    New York City

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I've been coming here for years. It's really gone downhill. Food was meh. Price was good, but for such a lovely space they could keep up with the times.

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  9. Susan

    VIP

    Salt Lake City

    58 reviews

    4.0

    58 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The sweet potato soup and onion and goat cheese tart were delicious. We were a party of 6 in a room by ourselves so it wasn’t noisy. Fun evening.

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  10. Carolyn

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was terrific. Great place for a romantic dinner.

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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 3860 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 59 times today
Google Map for Tabard Inn

1739 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Continental
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 10:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Zafrir
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