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Dovetail, Washington, DC

Dovetail

4.6
4.6
103 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
  • Innovative
Exploring the crossroads of southern hospitality and Mid-Atlantic cuisine, Dovetail draws from regional ingredients to innovate with the dynamic flavors of the Northeast. Situated on the District's 14th Street corridor within Viceroy Washington DC, the indoor-outdoor restaurant offers rotating seasonal menus featuring the freshest ingredients from East Coast farmers, fishermen and purveyors. Relax on our all-weather outdoor patio for brunch or dinner while enjoying a destination raw bar with chilled Maine lobster and Chesapeake oysters, tantalizing appetizers like deviled eggs with kimchi or pork rinds with homemade ranch, exquisitely prepared dry aged steaks paired with fresh local vegetables, and sweet seasonal treats. Don't miss our happy hour where Dovetail's formidable beverage program is the star - highlighting local spirits, a selection of new and old world wines, craft brews, and inventive cocktails. At Dovetail, we're always up for sharing a good meal.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 742-3150
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    James Gee
  • Catering
    For booking private events, please contact: DC Sales Team Office 202 742-3144 dc.sales@viceroyhotelsandresorts.com
  • Private party facilities
    For booking private events, please contact: DC Sales Team Office 202 742-3144 dc.sales@viceroyhotelsandresorts.com
  • Neighborhood
    Logan Circle
  • Cross street
    14th St. NW / Valet Parking option is also available at $12(including tax).
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    McPherson Square - Orange, Silver and Blue Lines
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Seasonal Spotlight Festival - Wine Dinner

    $55.00 per person

    Mar 14, 2025 only
    Seasonal Spotlight Festival Wine Dinner Featuring Roseda Farm for an Amazing Three-Course Dinner with the Wine Pairing from Banville Wine Merchants. Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating our Seasonal Spotlight Festival with a delightful wine pairing! Indulge in specially curated three-course meal by our Executive Chef James Gee local products from Roseda Farm, and expertly paired with exquisite wines to enhance every bite. Savor the flavors of locally sourced, high-quality ingredients in a warm and inviting setting. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted to highlight the rich, natural taste of Roseda Farm products, complemented by hand-selected wine pairings for a truly elevated dining experience. Limited seating available—reserve your spot now! Don’t miss this exclusive culinary event celebrating locally source products, fine food, great wine, and unforgettable company!
    Seasonal Spotlight Festival - Wine Dinner Photo

Offers

  • Dovetail Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    HAPPY HOUR served from 4pm to 6pm, daily BAR BITES $10 royale with cheese burger $1 oysters, on half shell $5 hushpuppy fritters $4 snap cracklin' $7 crab deviled eggs $9 baked macaroni & pimento cheese BEVERAGES $6 house red, white or rosé $6 draft beer $10 sangria red or white $11-12 dealer’s choice cocktail of the day

    Dovetail Happy Hour Photo

What 103 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dovetail, an "underrated gem" nestled in the Viceroy Hotel, offers elevated American classics with a "slight southern flair" and "excellent cocktails." Guests rave about the "incredible" food and "impeccable" service, with standout dishes like poutine, duck, and pot roast. The "cozy" atmosphere, inviting patio, and thoughtful touches make it a must-visit for special occasions.

103 Reviews
  1. Ryan

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Valentine’s Day special is what they had so I might have been on a bad night. In my entire $75 meal I got a glass of sparkling wine, 3 oysters, 4 scallops, and a sliver of cake. Poor value. The food was good and service was fine it just wasn’t worth the $200 for 2 I spent.

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  2. Serena

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for a brunch date during their Restaurant Week offering and already have plans to return with friends a week later! Mimosa ratio was great, and the service was phenomenal. Food was also terrific, textures and flavors all playing beautifully together. Overall, a wonderful way to spend the morning. Definitely worth putting on your brunch list!

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  3. Julian

    VIP

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience we went for restaurant week. I got the deviled eggs with grab meat. Great portion size it was amazing. Also got the French toast the almond butter was good if you want it they served it on the side. Over 5/5

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  4. Cayna

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent underrated gem tucked inside the viceroy hotel! The restaurant week menu was so tasty someone in our party tried everything on the menu and we loved it all. Delicious elevated American classics with a slight southern flair. Excellent cocktails and unique bar offerings. Awesome patio!!

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  5. Stephanie

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the Restaurant Week menu and the chef showed up! The food was absolutely incredible and perfect portions.

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  6. Frank

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was excellent from the time we walked in. Wine and food very satisfactory

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  7. Leslie

    VIP

    Dallas

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a very nice hidden gem. Kind of a more intimate setting in a way. I went for restaurant week and the food options were great and I especially loved their presentation. I had the deviled eggs, pot roast, and the date cake. I would order them all again!

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  8. josh

    Minneapolis

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was top notch. Enjoyed each dish from restaurant week (winter). Would definitely recommend the poutine, duck, and pot roast dishes.

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  9. Brooke

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Dinner was amazing and service was impeccable. Well definitely be returning to try the rest of the menu.

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  10. Jordan

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a great NYE at Dovetail! The service was great, the atmosphere was cozy and the tables were decorated with festive NYE decor. The food was so good! We loved the scallops sea bass crudo, the NY steak + lobster, and the brown butter and bread puddings. This was our first time at Dovetail and we’d definitely return for their regular menu. 10/10!

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FAQs

Dovetail does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Dovetail also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 742-3150.

Dovetail is rated 4.6 stars by 103 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 4 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Dovetail

1430 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, DC 20005-5401

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    14th St. NW / Valet Parking option is also available at $12(including tax).
  • Neighborhood
    Logan Circle
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    McPherson Square - Orange, Silver and Blue Lines
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    James Gee
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 742-3150
  • Catering
    For booking private events, please contact: DC Sales Team Office 202 742-3144 dc.sales@viceroyhotelsandresorts.com
  • Private party facilities
    For booking private events, please contact: DC Sales Team Office 202 742-3144 dc.sales@viceroyhotelsandresorts.com
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