Fantastic cocktails (and mocktails) as well as great food (especially small plates) in a very swanky lounge setting. The price matches the quality though with small plates and drinks at the $15-20 and entrees at $20-30+. My wife and I came here for a light dinner and drinks on a Sunday night and while the food and drinks were great, the price matched the quality, so it's hard to give it straight-up 5 stars. We got the crispy brussel sprouts, roasted wild mushrooms, and nantucket bay scallop crudo. The scallops were fantastic if a quite small plate. Simple with a nice sauce and a small potato latke that wasn't big enough to note and a bit overdone. Still, yummy. The vegetarian dishes (brussel sprouts and mushrooms) were both amazing and the stand outs of the meal for me. They were both a good size despite being the cheaper choices and perfectly cooked. The mushrooms were perhaps a tad over salted, but otherwise amazing with rich, buttery garlic flavors and the perfect cooked mushroom texture. The crispy brussel sprouts were perfectly cooked and came with a hummus-like dip under them that went surprisingly well. The drinks didn't disappoint either. I got a Fancy Tea (whiskey with lapsang souchong smoked tea ) that was different and delicious, but I _love_ smokey liquor and smokey tea, so it was made for me. My wife got a ginger-beer-based mocktail that was exceptional as well. The chocolate ganache dessert wasn't as stand-out as the drinks, mushrooms, or brussel sprouts, but didn't disappoint either. read more

Blue Duck Tavern - Chocolate ganache. - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Delicious food and fast service. Duck fat fries are a must. The duck was also excellent. My only comment is that I didn't appreciate the waiter sniffling loudly right as he was serving my food - I actually had to look to where the sound was coming from only to see it was from the person approaching me to serve the food. I also didn't like them clearing the table while some of us are still picking on our food without asking if it's ok to do so. and proceeded to take the bread and butter without asking when it was clear that some people were still eating. I'm sure they do a great service usually but it was lacking when we went. read more

Visited my son in DC and he made reservations & the dinning experience here was OUTSTANDING, from service to drinks to food. Shiva was our server and the most pleasant & polite young man. I had a rose served with gauva sorbet & it was delicious. Hand cut fries with spicy aioli was yum. My son had their duck confit and I had stone ground grits with smoked cheddar & jumbo lump crab cakes, they were creamy & chunked with crab meat, grits were cooked to perfect consistency. Drinks were "fire" (as my son would say). We finished out meal with espressos. Manager came over to check on our table. Food came out fairly quickly despite the lunch crowd. Cannot wait to go back to DC to eat here. read more

I've been lucky enough to eat at Blue Duck Tavern several times, and every time has been better than the last. I went for brunch and every dish we had was delicious! Even my food, which was a pretty basic option- two eggs (scrambled) with pork sausage and home fries- was fantastic. The eggs and sausage were perfectly done, and also went well with the duck fat fries that I just had to order as a side! (The spicy aioli that comes with the fries is the best.) I really enjoyed the jam that came with my toast as well- I think it was apple banana? I also got the sorbet mimosa with passionfruit coconut sorbet- one of my favorite unique drinks from here. The rest of our party ordered the hot chicken biscuit and the crab cakes, both of which were incredible. The kitchen was pretty busy, so the restaurant's food and beverage manager came out to explain that our food might be a bit delayed and offer us a pastry basket, which was a really thoughtful (and appreciated!) touch. We honestly could have left after just the pastries and been happy- the perfect berry muffin, pain au chocolat, and croissant. I'm always impressed with the food and service here and this was no exception! read more

I'm only giving this 3 stars because they got rid of the BRAISED BEEF ! that was the best thing on the menu. Pretty much the only reason we went. If anything get rid of the horrible NY Prime Steak. That thing is horrible. Still a great place , guess amazing dishes can't last forever. Just wish they kept the braised beef. read more

I try to support Blue Duck as much as possible during Covid. I truly love this place! I came in recently for my birthday dinner and had the pleasure of being served by Rob the bartender. He was so kind, warm and had the best recommendations! We started off with crab cakes and a bottle of tattinger. For dinner I had the duck confit and my husband had the fish of the day (Branzino)! My goodness the duck was so tasty still thinking about it! The branzino was grilled to perfection.... for our sides garlic mash potatoes and roasted veggies. My picky toddler also loved her chicken and BDT fries! Overall amazing experience as always!! Thank you Rob we will be back soon. read more

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Blue Duck Tavern is located inside the Hyatt and they have a wonderful grand entrance and a nice patio dining area outside which is where we ate. WINE: -Cabernet Sauvignon, C&B, "Reserve", Alexander Valley, California 2008 $59 a bottle which was a steal - it was super refined, juicy and delicious. APPETIZER: -Wood Oven Roasted Bone Marrow with Rhubarb Butter and Pepper Crust The flavors were intoxicating - I loved the oven roasted garlic bulb that was accompanied with the toasted bread which enhanced the bone marrow. ENTREES: -12-Hour Roasted Suckling Pig with Baby Vegetables and Pork Jus The pig was super tender but I didn't notice any real depth of flavor so that was disappointing. If I didn't know it was pig it had the same texture as steamed chicken. -Braised Beef Rib with House Made Steak Sauce The rib was very tender but was very mild - I wish it was accompanied with some vegetables - it came with some pearl onions which made me think of pot roast. -Carolina Gold Rice Risotto with Green Spring Vegetables, Chanterelles and Tarentaise Cheese I love risotto but this risotto was a little undercooked for me so it was much too chewy for my taste. -Charred Baby Lettuce with Duck Cracklings and Anchovy Emulsion I tasted the char but the anchovy emulsion got lost. -Sautéed Wild Mushrooms with Olive Oil Croutons, Garlic and Parsley The mushrooms were tender, salty and oily but in a good way and I loved the variety of mushrooms for a variance of textures and flavors. DESSERTS: -Market Dessert was Strawberry Shortcake Soft biscuits with fresh strawberries, whipped cream and a lovely strawberry sauce -Apple Pie with Vanilla Honey Ice Cream The apple pie was larger than I expected about 1.5" deep and crunchy apples with a buttery crust. The ice cream was luscious and creamy but I didn't really taste anything but plain vanilla but I'd be interested in trying their other flavors. -Chocolate Raspberry Cake This was the only item on the menu with chocolate in it and it was pretty disappointing - would not order this again - not memorable. read more

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If ever they're serving the hake, you have to order it! It beat the braised beef and bone marrow by far. Although I have to say, the bone marrow was the most memorable. Obviously there isn't much to eat from the bone marrow, but it's all about the flavor. Mind you- most of the dishes are infused with garlic, butter, and duck fat. No wonder this place is so darn good. For all the hype though, I wish the triple fries weren't so thick. I thought I'd never say this, but they gave too many fries. We decided to take the rest home, but of course, they weren't as good then. I'd like to try the crab cakes and scallops next time. By the way, we went for our fourth anniversary. When we told them that, they gave us both a glass of champagne! read more

Blue Duck Tavern - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We came here for breakfast because I was looking up places to try in DC. Upon arrival, I was a little skeptical because the service we had received so far was subpar. The hostess and a few of the waiters seemed really stuck up. Gave us some looks as we walked by. Yes, we looked and dressed like tourist. Sorry, we are not from here. Anyways, our waiter was Robert and boy did he turn things around for us. He was very attentive and friendly. Not overly friendly where he is in your face every second. He just popped up at the right times to ensure we had everything we needed. Always filled our waters before we could ask too. Pecan Sticky Buns - We asked Robert how they were and he said he was actually having the kitchen send some out for us on him since it was our first time at the restaurant. I was so shocked at his kindness. We were very appreciative and he was very sweet to do that. The pecan buns are okay. They are a tad by dry but the middle is a little more moist. Large pieces of pecans on them. Chicken and Biscuits - This was different. It has collard greens and I haven't experienced a chicken and biscuits dish with that before. No complaints though, very tasty. Short Rib Hash - I'm not sure if this had potatoes in it but if it did, I wish it had bigger potato chunks in it. If it did not, I wish it did! Lots of meat though. A bit salty for my liking but the biscuit kind of helped cut through it. Matcha Latte - This is true matcha. Not your coffee bean matcha where it's a bit sweet. This is not sweet at all. The almond milk helped it taste a bit better but expect a true matcha green tea taste. Overall, this place is decent but food was just okay. It is pricey but expected since it is located in the Hyatt. Unfortunately, not a place we would want to return to if we ever came back to DC. However, Robert was spectacular and started our first day in DC with a great note! Try and request Robert if you can! read more

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After a while thinking about what to write on my review, I realized I am not disappointed at this restaurant but at Michelin guide. To be fair they were some nice aspects to this restaurant such as the fact that they will take your coat and pack up the food for those taking it home. Other than that though the quality of food and the service was certainly below my expectations. Let's start with the service. I really didn't care for not understanding half of what our waiter was saying because of his thick accent but I was bothered as he ignored me for the entire night. Instead of looking at me and taking orders he was asking the other person at the table to find out I want. He was following his 'instructions' so blindly that he forgot to notice any behavioral clue or cultural difference regarding who to interact with on the table. His behavior was so annoying and dismissive that at some point we were thinking of talking his manager but decided to not ruin out night any further. After being ignored for an hour, I lost my appetite completely when I saw the food. The suggested 'popular' Braised Beef Rib was served in a dish that I'm sure was found in a dentist office previously used as a tray. Visually, failed miserably! A big chunk of meat in a middle of a dental tray soaked in a red thick 'sauce'. But I decided to eat and stop having such a bad night, and things just got worse. The sauce was okay and the meat was expectedly soft, but there were no character or anything remotely exciting about this dish. We got fries which were okay, but the reason I give this place two stars and not one is for their salad which my partner had picked and forgot its name. It was certainly a festival of fall flavors and freshness. Basically everything you would look for in a salad at this time of the year. My suggestion to Blue Duck Tavern management is to reinforce waiting etiquettes and details on waiters and take that shameful Braised Beef Rib off the menu. read more

Blue Duck Tavern - Braised Beef Rib - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is the only place in DC where I can get bone marrow consistently. It was much better this time than when I last ordered it years ago. Just the right amount of flavor and I was pleasantly surprised at how much marrow they gave us. Came here this time for brunch. I enjoyed what I ordered- the chesapeake benedict and bone marrow. But I don't recommend the pecan sticky buns- the bun itself was quite dry, but the pecans were good. I'll try other pastries next time. Plenty of street parking in the middle of the day on Saturday. Good service. read more

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We had a fabulous and elegant brunch to end our D.C. trip. Nice, clean modern and professional space attached to the Park Hyatt hotel. Our waiter Robert is very cordial, accommodating with navigating the menu, and overall superb in service. Very simple and clean. The menu exhibits seasonal faire. Focus of the menu seams to be holiday spices, pumpkin and American favorites. For drink I had the apricot mimosa, my spouse had the the "cafe" which has espresso, grand marnier and orange. We ordered pecan buns: maple glazed cinnamon bun topped with caramel sauced pecans surprisingly not too sweet! Bone marrow: oh the marrow with toasted bread roasted whole garlic side to spread and oregano sprig. So decadent and sinfully rich. In ordered their ice Macha and my spouse had their seasonally rum drink featuring pimpkin. Brunch entree : breakfast croissant with glazed pork belly omelette style egg and cheese. The croissant was so flaky and buttery! My spouse had the fried chicken and biscuit open face with sunny side up runny egg. The biscuit sits on a creamy southern style gravy. The chicken was crisp and juicy. The egg yolk gave the sauce extra refined umph for the gravy. By far a fabulous establishment with delicious cocktails, refined nouveau American style brunch menu, and gentile service. For sure a place to return to maybe for dinner some day. read more

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This was my first Michelin Star restaurant experience. The vibe super modern, sophisticated and romantic. It's definitely what you would expect from a restaurant being inside of the Park Hyatt. The funny thing is, we walked in without a reservation on a weekend. It was about maybe 9:30pm. We were unable to sit in the main dining room , but what's nice is the entire menu is offered in the more casual dining area which is immediately to your left upon walking into the restaurant (where the wall of windows are). I cannot remember our waitress's name, but her service was impeccable. She was patient and very attentive. Everyone was quite pleasant, actually. We started with the bone marrow - superb. I can't even think of any other way to describe it. My boyfriend ordered the burger, and fell in love. I had the chicken and was only slightly impressed by it; I thought it could have been seasoned a bit better. We finished with the apple pie and it was wonderful - not to heavy and sweet; it was absolutely perfect. I think I'd like to revisit during brunch. I definitely give this place 5 stars and highly recommend if you're a foodie in the DC-area. read more

Blue Duck Tavern - BDT Cheeseburger, along with my Organic Chicken (Allens Farms, DE) - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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First let me say, it was extremely beautiful. I loved the wood and glass decor and the ambience and the way the staff looked genuinely happy to greet you. This was my first time basing a restaurant on a Michelin Star. I definitely felt a different atmosphere. More professional service and a special dining experience - would return if I wasn't on a quest to try as many restaurants as I can. The scallops were superb, as well as the Brussel sprouts. I tried this house made soda that was extremely tasty. Had no room for dessert. but the menu had 5 different dishes that I would have been willing to try. I really enjoyed this restaurant and food. Make it a point to make a reservation if you are staying at the Hyatt or the Fairmount across the street. read more

The food was OK, but not incredible. Service was good and the ambiance was nice. I wish they had more options and waiters knowledgeable in wine pairing with the meals. read more

Update: I went here for a business dinner and had a much better experience than my previous brunch review. We were sat in our own open area in the back, which gave us a quieter atmosphere than the other tables that were squished together. Our waiter was exceptional, catering to our every need, even when we didn't even ask sometimes. Having a large group, we pretty much ordered the whole dinner menu at large. Some of the highlights: beet salad, oysters, rockfish, yams, Brussels sprouts, and carrots. Each of the sides were big enough to share with 2-4 people, depending on your portion size. The entrees were decently sized, enough to not need a side, but not too big to not accompany with a side either (would depend on your hunger level). Several from the table order the duck, hence the name of the restaurant, and were blown away at the quality and taste. Maybe try it if you're into duck! All the desserts were amazingly pretty with their presentations, even though I didn't end up trying them, because of overloading in the previous courses. I was told to recommend the mousse and chocolate cake options for those that still have room! They were extremely gluten free accommodating, even bringing gluten free bread for the table. One down side, if you are vegan, options are extremely limited. You can basically eat a salad, but will probably leave hungry - like my coworker did. Still something to work on, on their end! Overall, not my ultimate favorite, but I understand the hype- for dinner NOT brunch. read more

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I think this restaurant is amazing. I came for brunch with family and we ordered a ton off the menu and it was all phenomenal I can't even imagine what dinner would be like here. Everything was decadent and they took simple breakfast foods and turned it into something above and beyond. Really impressed here. Don't come if you're looking to have a cheaper meal, you definitely want to come here and try a ton of things so that would be my only advice. Standouts: BDT brunch burger, wood oven-roasted bone marrow, salmon carpaccio read more

3 stars for a place that was awarded a Michelin star, yes!! I came to BDT for brunch and I probably will not return to brunch... I also felt extremely rushed and the server was slightly rude and arrogant. I have a lot of allergies so I know it might be annoying to ask a few questions about what's in a dish but that shouldn't require someone to be rude and inpatient with a customer. Also the server wasn't knowledgeable, it's not s large menu I don't understand why he kept going to the chef to ask questions to report back to me. Learn the menu dude!! read more

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Excellent!!!!! Incredible wine /cocktail selection and the duck is beyond amazing ! Wow

This is for the Chef's Table experience. Kamal and his staff were beyond amazing. Service for the night could not have been handled better -- so much so that we voluntarily added another 5% to the 20% service charge. They brought out a shawl for my mom along with the hot water she requested without us asking for it. They were there and anticipated the guests needs. That's what I call impeccable service. Onto the food -- we opted for the four course meal ($100/person) and first three courses consisted of four dishes -- two mains and two sides that were served family style. We had 18 people and they served three identical sets so food was easily accessible and shared. Since it's the Chefs Table, you do not select the menu but will get the menu the night of the meal and the Chef creates a meal from seasonal offerings. The chef will come out when each course is served to talk about he dishes which we thought was a wonderful touch. You would think the amount of food would be overwhelming, but they know what they are doing. The sides were not overly much so we mostly finished what was presented and they lovingly boxed up whatever was still left for us to take home. Since it was a special 70th birthday party celebration, I added a cake which was $120 extra and boy was it an amazing cake! They brought it out for the happy birthday song then took it back for slicing and boxed the leftovers for us to take home. The evening could not have gone better. Seriously great space -- semi private so you felt comfortable enjoying the occasion with your family; attentive staff that paced the delicious meals just right (in between courses we just played musical chairs and caught up with those at the other end of the table); and fabulous food that even my picky Asian mom who usually avoids American cuisine enjoyed. Highlights were: foie gras, bone marrow, grits (wow, just wow), shrimp, pork and the cake. The only things to note are: it is a semi private room -- during most of our meal, the other large table was not occupied at the end of the room (it runs perpendicular to the Chefs Table room and it is situated on a lower level in its own space, but you can see about 1/3 of that table and here is no glass or any partitioners in between); however , towards the end of our meal during dessert, another party sat in the other room and it was definitely loud so I was thankful we were almost done but think if it had been occupied the entire evening, then perhaps the experience would not have been so lovely. read more

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This place is nothing short of amazing. The food is mouth watering and the drinks are nice! Had a great time here with friends. We ate outside and the staff was great. read more

What great experienced while we are in DC , food were excellent and service as well i think his name is Tibar , chef Tomas made our experience phenomenal, we all love everything about our dinner read more

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**First 5***** 2020 Yelp Review** Honor goes to Blue Duck Tavern-- my favorite restaurant in Washington D.C. This definitely Michelin Star-worthy establishment has delighted me, fancied me, and enamored me in every single way possible in our whirlwind romance. I was invited to D.C. for a medical leadership seminar. It was my first time back in the Capitol in over a decade. I knew I had to capitalize on my time there and make the best of it-- which includes a stop to one of Washington D.C.'s Michelin best! It was a late Saturday night at 9PM and I finished my day after a day of medical student leadership seminar and afterwards touring the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and various war monuments. I was absolutely FAMISHED! Took an Uber from the Lincoln Monument immediately to Blue Duck Tavern. I took my chances with no-reservation, banking on sitting at the bar. Luckily, Blue Duck Tavern was closing up soon, so I snagged a seat at the bar asap. I caught a stool bar at the end and was greeted promptly. The rustic sultry, sexy atmosphere of the Blue Duck Tavern really welcomed me into a sensual world of indulgence and hedonism. With a good peppy mood, I sat next to a brother and sister who were in town for a wedding and started to converse with me. We had a wonderful time becoming a one-time kismet group of friends. We wined and dined and talked about life, the world, present and past, hopes and fears. It was really too perfect of an experience. Onto the foods, I did my Yelp research (of course) and asked the bartender for recommendations. I settled on the Wood-Oven Roasted Bone Marrow with herb-butter persillade, garlic, country toast for my appetizer and Roasted Duck Breast with confit leg, sunchoke salad, parsley, pink lady apples. This meal was WORTHY of the Michelin Star, Name, and Reputation! The bone marrow came in the actual bone and I had to dig it out but I totally did not mind. It was fun to be interactive with my meal and the bone marrow was soft, supple, juicy, and flavorful. I am not a regular marrow eater but this was good for a beginner like me. The Roasted Duck Breast really blew my mind-- I am a duck lover and appreciator so I was stoked to try the dish. The duck was cooked perfectly to the point that the meat slipped right off the bone in a soft, juicy manner. The portions for both my appetizer and entree were immensely generous to the point that I had leftovers. Of course it was not as good the next day, but for a Michelin leftover, it was like eating a mediocre restaurant's best meal haha I had the 24K Drink which was two-colored, bilayered cocktail drink with REAL gold shavings on it! It was delicious and definitely potent ;) The bartender was attentive, friendly, and good looking haha! Prices were so reasonable $20+ Overall I would definitely return to Blue Duck Tavern with my family, bf, friends, whoever! Deservingly one of my favorite Michelin Restaurants thus far. Cheers! read more

Every time I'm in town, this is always a must. This time to ensure I got a chance dine in, I stayed at the Park Hyatt which the blue duck tavern is conveniently located. Despite the beginning of covid season, reservations were still non existent. The good thing is that they have an open area that is open seating and requires no ressies. You still have access to the full menu and bar, total win in my book. When it comes to breakfast, I'm pretty basic unless it's at the tavern, then I know for sure it's going to be good either way. The portions are hefty and the service, even in the "bar" area is on point. There are always new creations and the latest one while I was there was the Banh Mi (Vietnamese sandwich)eggs Benedict. Sounded interesting and welll, two of my favs together can't really go wrong here. Eggs were perfectly cooked, Hollandaise sauce was nice and creamy and the star ingredients; pork belly and veggies omggggggg HEAVEN!- I do have to mention, for a sammie that hefty, the bread was perfectly cooked and season. I was able to taste every flavor in the sandwich and it really stood out. There was so much bite in this sandwich that I had it two more times during my stay!!! Ha! You can't really go wrong here. I've tried many other dishes and drinks and they all have their unique Taste and won't disappoint. read more

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I've been wanting to try Blue Duck Tavern for the longest time and finally got around to visiting for my birthday this past weekend. Just a tip, MAKE RESERVATIONS EARLY. I made a reservation nearly a month in advance and most time slots were already taken. We managed to get an 8:15pm reservation on a Friday night. It was pretty easy to find and upon arriving, all the hostesses said happy birthday and were very friendly! We were seated promptly and our server, who was very professional and friendly, greeted us. He also knew it was my birthday and didn't forget throughout the whole meal. To start, my boyfriend got an old fashioned and I got the Carry Me Away cocktail. I thought it was going to be tart but it was absolutely delicious and refreshing. My boyfriend also really enjoyed his drink as well. For food, you're encouraged to get a couple different dishes as the portions are a bit smaller. You do get bread before your food so go easy so you leave some room! I made the mistake of eating too much bread. We got: Bone Marrow: this was my first time trying bone marrow and only because others were raving about it. It was surprisingly pretty good, a tad bit salty but the pretzel bits added a nice contrasting crunch. The texture bothered me a bit but that's not BDT's fault. Butcher's Cut: absolutely delicious. We got it medium rare and it was one of the few steaks that was actually cooked properly. My boyfriend is a huge steak fan and he loved it so it got his stamp of approval too! Duck Breast: by far, my favorite dish we had all night. It was cooked perfectly and practically melted in your mouth and fell off the bone. I wish I could eat this every day! BDT Fries & Corn Bread: both delicious! We didn't have much of these as we were stuffed from the other entrees but definitely suggest the fries! I was so stuffed by the end of the meal but had to get dessert. Our waiter suggested the Coconut Tapioca if we were looking for something on the lighter side (which we were after all that food)! The dessert came out with a candle and a "happy birthday" message written on the plate which was such a nice touch! The dessert itself was delicious, very light and not too filling. It had many components to it, like saffron, carrot cake and nuts. At the end of the meal, we were also given a bag of complimentary sugar cookies and a happy birthday menu signed with the date and birthday wishes from the BDT staff. The sugar cookies were some of the best I've ever had, perfectly soft and airy. Th signed menu was really nice, since the menus are seasonal so it gives you a little memory to take away. Overall, everything from the service to the food was divine. I'd highly recommend stopping by for a special occasion, you won't be disappointed! read more

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The food and service were both amazing. We were able to get a table in the Lounge which also serves the full menu. I highly recommend the whole fish. read more

Blue Duck Tavern - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Came here during MLK Jr. Day weekend with the bf for dinner. The restaurant is beautiful, with dark wood interiors, an open kitchen, as well as a very modern look. A really nice place to go on a fancy date or for a special occasion. Service was, as expected, excellent and incredibly attentive. The bf got their wood roasted duck breast and I opted for their vegetable pot pie. We also got a side of their white corn grits to share, which was surprisingly much sweeter than I had anticipated. I also got their This Lil' Figgy cocktail, which was perfect for the frigid weather that we had to contend with that weekend, and the bf got a local IPA. My pot pie was delicious, albeit super rich and heavy, and admittedly a little one note, but the bf thoroughly loved his duck breast. Portions were fairly generous, in my opinion, as I was positively stuffed by the end of my meal, as was the bf. We were super glad to have not ordered anything else. When our check came, we were also given 2 pistachio petit-fours, which were divine. I imagine that their menus change with the seasons, and would love to come back here in the spring or summer to try out some of their fare then. read more

I've been here for brunch and dinner multiple times. The service for brunch was awful with the waiters never acknowledging us. But the food (I got the pancakes) was so good, my friend and I almost forgot to be angry. For dinner, the Duck is real good. Also, my friend got the flank and said it was the best he's ever eaten. The bread is so yummy and the sides are real good as well. We've gotten the mushrooms, carrots, and Brussels sprouts (super good but have only seen it on the menu once). If you can get the duck wings, please do!!!!! Wow were they good. Also never had bad service for dinner so maybe it was a one off thing Please save room for dessert. It was a huge mistake on our part bc the dinner was just so dang good, but the cheesecake we had was heavenly!! I wish we had gotten the chance to try the apple crumble as well but I guess we gotta go back another time ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ I got a cocktail (it had avocado and dragon fruit) one time and that was so-so They change up the menu so that's why I've gone so many times. I love the set up of the restaurant bc you get to see the chefs cooking. read more

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If you're looking for a high quality restaurant that reflects top notch American foods, you've come to the right place! RUNDOWN: - A high end restaurant with just as fancy decor; the floor to ceiling glass walls are what drew me in! - The food is INCREDIBLE. If you think it's pricy, it's for good reason. The thought and detail they put into their dishes is amazing and you can taste the quality through and through. - The service is one of the best I've had. If you have reservations ahead of time and let them know what type of special occasion it's for (anniversary, birthday, etc.) they'll give you a customized menu that says Happy Anniversary or Happy Birthday X at the top. This type of attention to detail is exactly what brings back customers! You even get to keep these menus as a souvenir ;) On top of that, our server Lewis was EXTREMELY kind, welcoming, and very personable. He has really set the bar for the perfect dining experience. TIPS/RECS: - Do NOT come without reservations (maybe you'll get lucky) but the wait can get long! Luckily, they have a bar to the left of the restaurant and you can wait there until your table is ready - Another reason to come on your anniversary, birthday, or another special occasion is because they usually have a free dessert of some sort for you! -- FOIS GRAS CREME BRÛLÉE (omg so good) -- MOULARD DUCK BREAST (literally any duck they have will be good) -- WOOD OVEN ROASTED BONE MARROW This is truly what a fine dining restaurant should encompass and I'm a huge fan! read more

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A very long overdue review - My boyfriend and I first tried Blue Duck Tavern back in August 2015 (before they got their Michelin star!) and we loved our experience then, and to this day, we are still huge fans. It seems that the menu changes seasonally which allows the restaurant to showcase a variety of local ingredients. What really makes BDT stand out from other dining restaurants is really the attention to detail(s). Two items that we loved, but is sadly not on the current menu, were the dry aged steak for 2 - but if it does come back, I highly recommend this - and the foie gras creme brûlée*. I added the asterisk to the creme brûlée because though delicious, it is incredibly rich and too much for two to share - I recommend this for larger groups. Some of the other items on the dinner menu that we love include the wood oven-roasted bone marrow, pan-seared scallops, and moulard duck breast. The seasoning and pairings seem to change slightly with the poultry or shellfish, but the seared scallops in uni emulsion topped with caviar, black garlic chips, and beet coins (January 2018) is still one of my favorite dishes to date. The brunch menu is actually what I love most about BDT. This may be my favorite brunch place in the entire city (pretty bold for a brunch fanatic like myself). I frequently bring guests here and it is always a hit. Again, the menu changes seasonally, but upon my latest trip (June 2018), here are a few of my favorites: Short Rib Hash (this seems to stay on the menu the handful of times I have done brunch here), Hot-Fried Chicken Biscuit, Lemon French Toast, and Pecan Sticky Buns (also seems to be a keeper season after season). Even my boyfriend, who is not typically a fan of nuts in his food, loved the Pecan Sticky Buns. BDT always has unique pairings of sweet and savory, and to me, that's part of the appeal to trying something new. Great food and great service. Highly recommend booking in advance, especially for a large party, but you won't be disappointed. read more

Blue Duck Tavern - Pecan sticky buns | black sesame waffle - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is a long-time favorite both in the neighborhood and as a destination. Only issue now is how super-expensive it has become.

Great food and service. Location is beautiful and close to hotels and other landmarks. Menu is great, but not too many options for non-meat eaters read more

Amazing experience. Super considerate for gluten/dairy allergies. The whole experience was lovely and staff was very professional. Well deserving of its Michelin star read more

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Note to future self: BDT fries - absolute bomb. Must order. Bone marrow - also good appetizer to get in the future Scallops - It's okay. Order if I have nothing else in mind. Duck Breast - Not a big fan. A bit salty for my taste buds. read more

"Breakfast is the most important meal because if lunch and dinner failed, at least you know you started the day on a great and memorable note." - I am echoing my lady's sentiments here and this dining experience validates it. We woke up in the Hyatt and wanted breakfast. We realized that the hotel restaurant was one of the top ten restaurant in DC for 2013 so we felt a need to have breakfast here. So I had the espresso and my lady had a cappuccino and they were excellent. My espresso was nice n strong but not overpowering and her cappuccino was smooth, foamy, decadent. She then ordered the eggs Benedict and I ordered the deviled eggs with a pastrami salmon. She really really enjoyed the eggs Benedict and I thought my pastrami salmon was excellent. The yolk/paste in the deviled eggs went well with the salmon and pumpernickel. These guys are big in presentation and notes of flavor. And while the amount of food seemed a bit on the light side, I actually left pretty full. So overall, we really enjoyed that dining experience. Everything was on point, from the service to the beverages and entrées. I can easily see why this was a top ten restaurant in 2013. read more

Blue Duck Tavern - Hollandaise Eggs Benedict - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Wow one of the best brunch's I have ever had. We were greeted by a lovely host and were sitted within minutes. Our waitress Liz was amazing. She was very very very attentive and super professional. She first gave us water then took drink orders. We sat outside and enjoyed the lovely weather. After drinks were brought out so was some bread and home made butter. It was my best friends birthday so Liz gave us complementary champagne and dessert yum. I ordered the blueberry pancake, grits and sticky bun. All so good. The pancakes were warm, fluffy and light. All my friends and I enjoyed our meals so much. We did not feel rushed at all. I would recommend going there for brunch for a birthday, first date or celebration. I really would love to go there for dinner. I can't wait to go back ! read more

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Blue Duck Tavern.... As good as your food is and as nice as the ambience is your service is struggling to keep up. Both at the bar, and at a table for brunch/lunch. We spent 2.5 hours here not bc it took that long to eat but bc it took 20 min to get a waiter. 20 min between appetizer and entree, 20 min for dessert... I actually had to cancel desert bc it took too long. 1) make a reservation 2) prepare to wait, if your in a rush don't come here 3) enjoy the meal read more

Blue Duck Tavern - Chicken Biscuit - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Enjoyed a wonderful breakfast date at Blue Duck Tavern. On our day off from work, my husband and I enjoyed breakfast at this Michelin star restaurant. We were seated promptly upon arrival. It was about 10 am and the restaurant was busy, with a combination of business and couples/families. Our server was attentive. He immediately offered water. We ordered coffee and a cappuccino. Both were hot, strong and the cappuccino, well crafted. We ordered the jumbo lump crab scrambled eggs, and the Short rib hash. Both super delicious and highly recommended. The crab scrambled eggs had chunks of crab, was fluffy and perfectly seasoned. The avocado creaminess and the spinach and tomatoes were a perfect addition to the egg whites. And the multigrain bread was so delicious. The short rib hash was simply perfect. The short rib was flavorful and so tender. I adored the taste of mustard and the slight pungent spiciness of the horseradish sauce. But the real show stopper was the perfection of the sunny side up egg. Breaking the yolk on top of the tender, mustardy short rib, elevated the dish. The velvety taste and texture was perfection. In addition, we ordered the trio of house made pastries, not impressed. I found the pastries to be just ok, not special. The muffins were too sweet and heavy. The croissant was not buttery or flaky. On the other hand, the berry jam served with the pastries was the best jam I have ever had. Service was attentive and on point. The reason why I won't give this place 5 stars is because we really wanted to enjoy a mimosa and a Bloody Mary, but they were unable to serve, because the bar was closed. Just unacceptable. I saw bottles of sparkling wine, they obviously had juice. So, in my opinion, a Michelin Star Restaurant must be prepared to say yes, if a customer requests something. I asked my husband if he would return, he said, he rather try a new place. But, go, you will not be disappointed with food at Blue Duck. read more

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We came here when my MIL visited because she loves fine dining. The ambiance was pleasant and the food was nicely prepared. Our favorite were the oysters! read more

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Blue Duck Tavern was such an incredible dining experience! The restaurant itself is very intimate and spacious. I was blown away with how big the restaurant was and loved their open kitchen. Food (6/5): We ordered the Cheese & Charcuterie Board, Duck Breast, Organic Chicken, Hand-Cut BDT Fries, and crispy Brussel sprouts. The duck was amazing and super tender. Everything else was also delicious and flavorful. There is honestly nothing negative to say about their food. Service (6/5): Our waitress was soo sweet and helpful! She went above and beyond to make sure we were having a wonderful dining experience. A gesture that stood out to me the most was the fact that I was freezing cold due to being seated under the vent. Our waitress immediately came out and gave me a shawl to wear over my shoulders. It is the little things that goes a long way. Considering that Blue Duck has a Michelin Star, I believed their prices are very reasonable for the quality of the food. Hands down one of my favorite restaurants in DC and I will definitely be back! read more

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