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Philippe Chow - DC - Philippe Chow - DC, Washington, DC

Philippe Chow - DC

4.5
4.5
905 Reviews
$31 to $50
Chinese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for creative cocktails
Philippe puts his own spin on traditional Beijing-style cuisine with results that are modern, flavorful and theatrical. All specialty dishes are served family-style, giving all guests the opportunity to experience a taste in every dish ordered. Our philosophy focuses on bringing people together for an experience that they can share with one another – starting with our signature dishes.


FOR PARTIES OF 9 OR MORE, PLEASE VISIT please select one of our large party dining experiences listed on our OpenTable page OR visit https://www.philippechow.com/location/washington-dc/ -- Be sure to select Group Dining

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Chinese, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 601-8888
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    For nearly 15 years, Philippe has provided exquisite cuisine to some of the most noteworthy events, fundraisers and private affairs throughout Manhattan and beyond. Our catering options are vast and unique.
  • Private party facilities
    Philippe offers the brand’s signature dishes family-style that guests know and love. Options range from light fare all the way to Chef Chow himself carving his signature Peking Duck at your table.
  • Neighborhood
    Southwest Waterfront
  • Cross street
    We are located on Wharf Street SW, right in front of The Wharf Marina.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    There are two metro stations just a few minutes walk away from The Wharf:Waterfront Metro Station is just one block away with access to the Green Line.L'Enfant Plaza Metro Station is about an 8 minute walk away from The Wharf, with access to the Blue, Orange, Silver, Green, Yellow lines. For more Public Transportation options of getting to our waterfront location at The Wharf, please visit: https://www.wharfdc.com/getting-here/
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access

What 905 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Philippe Chow in DC offers an elegant ambiance with "great service" and "delicious food." Signature dishes like Peking duck and scallion pancakes are highlights. The restaurant is praised for its sophisticated atmosphere and attentive staff, although some patrons note service inconsistencies during peak times. Ideal for special occasions and impressive dining experiences.

905 Reviews
  1. James VIP

    Washington DC24 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The egg rolls were a great appetizer. My wife ordered the sea bass and really enjoyed it. The filet mignon and green beans were great. Overall the service was excellent. My only issue was the volume of the music. It was way too loud. Some background music is acceptable but the volume was too high. Conversations were difficult.
    Philippe Chow - DCResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, James! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our egg rolls, sea bass, and filet mignon. We're sorry if the music volume was too high for you. We aim to create a comfortable atmosphere for all our guests, and your feedback helps us improve. We look forward to serving you and your wife again soon at Philippe Chow - DC.

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  2. Jay

    Baltimore4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    WAY TOO LOUD Incessant disco beat over rows of overhead speakers 8-feet apart. Food and service were excellent, but we won’t return.
    Philippe Chow - DCResponded 3 days ago
    Hello Jay, Thank you for taking the time to review your experience at Philippe Chow - DC. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We understand that the noise level was a bit too high and we apologize if it disrupted your dining experience. Your feedback is important to us and we'll certainly take it into consideration as we continually strive to improve our guests' experiences. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon. We hope you enjoyed the show across the street. Best, The Management Team

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  3. Jacara

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    🔥🔥🔥 10/10 on everything from the food, to service, to ambience, decor…even pricing. Definitely in my top 5 restaurants 🙌🏽👏🏽
    Philippe Chow - DCResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Jacara! We're overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Philippe Chow - DC. It's wonderful to know that our food, service, ambiance, and pricing met your expectations. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we can't wait to welcome you back for another visit. See you soon!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent overall experience! The prawns WERE AMAZING! The waygu dumpling’s were amazing as well!
    Philippe Chow - DCResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your overall experience at Philippe Chow - DC. It's fantastic to know that our prawns, waygu dumplings, and other dishes hit the mark for you! We appreciate your high ratings for our food, service, and value. We're always striving to provide an exceptional dining experience for our guests. We hope to see you again soon!

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  5. Miguel VIP

    Tampa4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was really good except the ribs that were dry… service was terrible….
    Philippe Chow - DCResponded 3 days ago
    Hello Miguel, We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience at Philippe Chow - DC. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food, especially the ribs! However, we're sorry to hear that our service did not meet your expectations. We strive to provide our guests with exceptional service and it seems we missed the mark during your visit. Your feedback is valuable to us and we'll certainly use it to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you with our service and food in the future. Best regards, The Management Team

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  6. Stephanie VIP

    Phoenix6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely evening with great food, service and ambiance. Would most definitely return and recommend.
    Philippe Chow - DCResponded 6 days ago
    Hello Stephanie, Thank you for your kind words about our food, service, and ambiance. We strive to provide a memorable dining experience for all our guests and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great meal. Best regards, The Management Team

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  7. Val VIP

    Washington DC6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hugo was great, the food was great and it was a great atmosphere
    Philippe Chow - DCResponded on March 3, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Val! It's wonderful to know that our food and atmosphere met your expectations. We strive to provide the best for our guests and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We will be sure to thank Hugo for his service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best, The Management Team

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  8. John VIP

    Washington DC71 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We went after a performance at the Arena Stage. We were very impressed with the decor as soon as we walked in. The food choices we ordered were all excellent. The Wharf location is a plus.
    Philippe Chow - DCResponded on March 3, 2025
    Hi John, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Philippe Chow after seeing our performance at the Arena Stage! It's wonderful to know that our decor and food choices impressed you. We're also glad to hear that our location at the Wharf was a plus for you. Your feedback is valuable to us and we appreciate it. We hope to see you again soon for another excellent dining experience. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  9. Carl

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10 outta 10 our server Hugo was amazing, Me and my fiance started off with drinks. I had a 1942 margarita (perfect) she had a 1942 lemon drop, we then had rose' wine to finish off our meal. We ordered fried dumplings with wagyu beef (was amazing and fried to perfection). For the main course we had lo mein noodles with wagyu beef, sweet and spicy shrimp, and the orange chicken. Everything was perfect, we will be back but we were very upset that our server Hugo told us it was his last night working due to management. Hugo was awesome if it's anyway you guys can keep Hugo please do he was exceptional and very professional but everything was a 10.
    Philippe Chow - DCResponded on March 3, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Carl! We're thrilled to hear that you and your fiance enjoyed your drinks and meals at Philippe Chow - DC. It's wonderful to know that our 1942 margarita, 1942 lemon drop, rose' wine, and wagyu beef hit the mark for you. We're glad you found our team to be exceptional and professional. Your kind words have been noted and will be shared with our team as we continue to strive for excellence. We look forward to your return visit and hope it's sooner than later!

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  10. Christopher

    Baltimore1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great, Singapore noodles and shrimp fried rice were excellent.
    Philippe Chow - DCResponded on March 3, 2025
    Hello Christopher, Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Singapore noodles and shrimp fried rice. Your satisfaction is our top priority and it's always wonderful to hear such positive feedback. We look forward to serving you again soon at Philippe Chow - DC. Best Regards, The Management Team

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FAQs

Philippe Chow - DC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 601-8888.

Philippe Chow - DC is rated 4.5 stars by 905 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 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Philippe Chow - DC

635 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    We are located on Wharf Street SW, right in front of The Wharf Marina.
  • Neighborhood
    Southwest Waterfront
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Chinese, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    There are two metro stations just a few minutes walk away from The Wharf:Waterfront Metro Station is just one block away with access to the Green Line.L'Enfant Plaza Metro Station is about an 8 minute walk away from The Wharf, with access to the Blue, Orange, Silver, Green, Yellow lines. For more Public Transportation options of getting to our waterfront location at The Wharf, please visit: https://www.wharfdc.com/getting-here/
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
    (202) 601-8888
  • Catering
    For nearly 15 years, Philippe has provided exquisite cuisine to some of the most noteworthy events, fundraisers and private affairs throughout Manhattan and beyond. Our catering options are vast and unique.
  • Private party facilities
    Philippe offers the brand’s signature dishes family-style that guests know and love. Options range from light fare all the way to Chef Chow himself carving his signature Peking Duck at your table.
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