Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel

4.3

2213 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Fancy

We are offering breakfast weekdays from 7am-10:30am and lunch from 11:30am-2pm. Our Kingbird Bar hour from 2pm-9pm Tuesday through Fridays. Weekends, we are offering Brunch on Sundays from 11am to 2pm.

Join us for High Tea on Saturday & Sunday 1pm-2:30pm. We require all High Tea reservations to be pre-paid, to make a reservation for High Tea please select the Spill the Tea Experience. For children under 12 please email dining@thewatergatehotel.com.

We are located within The Watergate Hotel, our elegant yet contemporary restaurant features fine dining with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Valet Parking is $15 for dining.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Italian, Afternoon Tea
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Afternoon Tea Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–2:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 838-4471
Website
http://www.thewatergatehotel.com/washington-dc-restaurant-kingbird/visit?NCK=KBOT
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Tony DiGregorio
Private party facilities
The Watergate Hotel’s restaurants are DC’s premier private event locations. We offer a variety of options that make us the perfect location for private, political, corporate, fundraising & media events including birthday parties & wedding receptions. For parties of 30 and smaller, please contact skatrib@thewatergatehotel.com.

Location
2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037
Neighborhood
Foggy Bottom
Cross street
New Hampshire Avenue NW
Parking details
Valet Hotel Parking Available for $12.00
Public transit
Foggy Bottom Metro Station-Orange, Silver or Blue Lines
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Spill the Tea
$95.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
The Watergate Hotel was the destination for the Washington Elite and Hollywood royalty to mix and mingle. ‘Spill the Tea’ is the hotel’s rendition of a traditional afternoon tea with a distinctly historical spin- with pastries inspired by presidential figures and prominent members of our 1960s origins. Sip, savor, and mingle darling!
Brunch at Kingbird
$58.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Sundays made better. Introducing Brunch at Kingbird, a special menu with fresh baked pastries for the table, and an array of brunch classics and seasonal favorites. To sweeten your experience, we've added a delectable dessert bar. Add unlimited mimosas for $35 (90 minutes)
Thankful Dinner at Kingbird
$145.00 per person
Oct 25, 2024 - Nov 28, 2024
Join us Thursday, November 28th for our Thanksgiving Prix-Fixe menu Celebrate the season of gratitude with your loved ones at Kingbird and enjoy a decadent Thanksgiving feast by Executive Chef Tony DiGregorio. The menu will feature some Thanksgiving classics such as Organic Turkey with all the traditional fixings, Heirloom Squash Risotto with Fresh Black Truffle, Thanksgiving Lasagna, and more. The final course includes delicious dessert options from our in-house pastry team. 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM. $145 for adults. $70 for children. Not inclusive of tax or gratuity.

Popular dishes

Grilled Kale Caesar$21.00
croutons, anchovy, parmesan
Charcuterie Board$32.00
chef's selection of charcuterie, pickles, mustard, petite salad
Shrimp Cocktail$25.00
french cocktail sauce, lime
West Coast Oyster on the Half Shell$42.00
East Coast Oysters on the Half Shell$36.00
Roasted Bone Marrow$35.00
braised oxtail, caramelized onion, frisee
Seafood Tower
daily selection of raw & cooked shellfish and crustaceans - MP
Tuna Crudo$29.00
stracciatella, bronte pistachio, lemon
Burrata Caprese Salad$28.00
saffron vinaigrette, heirloom tomato, basil
Tomato Bisque$17.00
parmesan cream, basil
Black Angus Beef Carpaccio$24.00
garlic aioli, arugula, parmigiano reggiano, grissini
Maryland Crabcake$31.00
charred biquinho pepper, citrus aioli, arugula
Gnocco Fritto$29.00
stracciatella, prosciutto

Pasta

Bucatini$26.00
pancetta, dandelion, parmesan cream
Squid Ink Zucca$31.00
blue prawns, bisque, garlic breadcrumbs, fennel
Agnolotti$26.00
taleggio, spinach, foraged mushrooms, black pepper beurre blanc
Mafaldine$26.00
traditional bolognese, pecorino pepato
Black Truffle Risotto$31.00
mushrooms, allium, vegan parmesan

Char Grilled Steaks

Roseda Farms Dry Aged

14 oz NY Strip Steak$81.00
8 oz Filet Mignon$71.00
16 oz Boneless Ribeye$89.00
Accompaniments
Seared Foie Gras 32, Grilled Prawns 36, Maine Lobster Tail MP
Sauces
Barolo Reduction, Béarnaise, House Made Steak Sauce, Horseradish Cream

Entrees

Brioche Stuffed Chicken$49.00
cippolini onion, broccoli raab, mustard jus
Grilled Whole Bronzino$52.00
gremolata, choice of 2 sides
Ora King Salmon$49.00
caponata, pine nuts
Grilled Lamb Chops$67.00
mint chimichurri, roasted garlic
Chicken Parmesan$39.00
marinara, parmesan, mozzarella

Sides

3 for 35

Creamed Spinach$13.00
double cream, garlic
French Fries$13.00
Yukon Gold Potato$13.00
mashed with butter, salt and pepper
Roasted Mushrooms$15.00
crispy shallots
Charred Asparagus$15.00
Macaroni & Cheese$15.00
orecchiette, boursin, gouda, clothbound cheddar

What 2,213 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
3.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel offers a "wonderful dining experience" with attentive service and delectable cuisine. Guests appreciate its "excellent service" and "delicious food," making it a perfect spot for special occasions. Although some find it pricey, its proximity to the Kennedy Center and elegant ambiance make it a favored choice for pre-show dining.

2,213 Reviews

J
Jennifer
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was terrific and it's a very nice atmosphere. I also enjoyed the food.
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Dan
Washington DC
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
My wife's salmon was severely under cooked. I ordered my steak as Medium Well, but got maybe Medium Rare. I ordered the grilled prawns but wasn't expecting them to still be in the shell with head, etc. For the price I paid for 3 grilled prawns, they could have de-shelled them for me. One of the most expensive, disappointing meals my wife and I had in a long time or maybe ever. The service was good, but the food overpriced and quality not great.
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Brian
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fine dining at it's finest! The food, the servers, the atmosphere were all top notch. We even got some special attention because it was anniversary and that was very appreciated.
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Lynne
Pittsburgh
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic server named Henry...made the experience even better. Good food and good atmosphere..
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Matthew
Baltimore
57 reviews
vip
5.0
57 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service with amazing food. The ambiance was casual upscale.
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I wanted to love this knowing it was at the Watergate, but I really didn’t care for the food. I was surprised. The bread basket was awesome! However, kale Caesar salad was super dry. I got the Ora King Salmon and it really wasn’t anything special. I was disappointed in the Caponata as I didn’t recall experiencing any fried eggplant but rather a lot of red peppers. The side of mushrooms was good. My dessert, the Chocolate & Hazelnut Mousse Cake, was exquisite and I paired it with a 20 yr Tawny Port. That was amazing! I can’t say I’d return as it was a high price for food that me and my party were not excited about but appreciated the ambiance and dessert.
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Martin
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
My steak was ordered medium rare, came out well done.
Kingbird at The Watergate HotelResponded 5 days ago
Dear Martin, We sincerely apologize that your steak was not cooked as you requested. The chef and I take all feedback seriously and will review your comments on our preparation process to ensure this does not happen again. Sincerely Sami Katrib Kingbird General Manager
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Hisham
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Paid over $250 for two people for afternoon tea. Ambiance was not great, looked like they found a place in the corner of the restaurant for tea time. On top of that service wasn’t amazing either, took a while to get attention and to get started. Gratuity was added in at 20%+ and didn’t include parking. I recognize afternoon tea in DC isn’t cheap, though this was just not value for the amount paid. Place is difficult to find parking wise, no signs on where to turn in. We should have gone to the St Regis given how much we paid and how the experience really was. Go somewhere else and get value for your $.
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MelanieC
New York City
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Was looking for simple late night supper at the hotel we were staying in. It was convenient but food was terrible. Our server was helpful and friendly but the kitchen failed.
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Timothy
Atlanta Metro
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This is street level at the Watergate. The food was fresh and well- prepared, more casual than elegant, and filling nonetheless. The proximity to the Kennedy Center made it a perfect choice for pre-concert dining.
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FAQs

Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 838-4471.

Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel is rated 4.3 stars by 2213 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel

2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037

Additional information

Cross street
New Hampshire Avenue NW
Neighborhood
Foggy Bottom
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Afternoon Tea Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–2:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Italian, Afternoon Tea
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet Hotel Parking Available for $12.00
Public transit
Foggy Bottom Metro Station-Orange, Silver or Blue Lines
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Tony DiGregorio
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thewatergatehotel.com/washington-dc-restaurant-kingbird/visit?NCK=KBOT
Phone number
(202) 838-4471
Private party facilities
The Watergate Hotel’s restaurants are DC’s premier private event locations. We offer a variety of options that make us the perfect location for private, political, corporate, fundraising & media events including birthday parties & wedding receptions. For parties of 30 and smaller, please contact skatrib@thewatergatehotel.com.

Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Spill the Tea

Brunch at Kingbird

Thankful Dinner at Kingbird

Chocolate Raspberry Mousse

Cobb Salad

Steak Frites

Appetizers

Grilled Kale Caesar$21.00

Charcuterie Board$32.00

Shrimp Cocktail$25.00

West Coast Oyster on the Half Shell$42.00

East Coast Oysters on the Half Shell$36.00

Roasted Bone Marrow$35.00

Seafood Tower

Tuna Crudo$29.00

Burrata Caprese Salad$28.00

Tomato Bisque$17.00

Black Angus Beef Carpaccio$24.00

Maryland Crabcake$31.00

Gnocco Fritto$29.00

Pasta

Bucatini$26.00

Squid Ink Zucca$31.00

Agnolotti$26.00

Mafaldine$26.00

Black Truffle Risotto$31.00

Char Grilled Steaks

14 oz NY Strip Steak$81.00

8 oz Filet Mignon$71.00

16 oz Boneless Ribeye$89.00

Accompaniments

Sauces

Entrees

Brioche Stuffed Chicken$49.00

Grilled Whole Bronzino$52.00

Ora King Salmon$49.00

Grilled Lamb Chops$67.00

Chicken Parmesan$39.00

Sides

Creamed Spinach$13.00

French Fries$13.00

Yukon Gold Potato$13.00

Roasted Mushrooms$15.00

Charred Asparagus$15.00

Macaroni & Cheese$15.00

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