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    St. Anselm

    4.4 (1.2k reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Salmon collar- good if you are ok with picking bones
    Irene B.

    Great time at St Anselm! My friend and I tried a number of dishes and everything was tasty. Started with the famous buttermilk biscuits with pimento cheese as well as butter/jam and the blue crab deviled eggs. My main was the salmon collar with a side of broccoli, my friend ordered the butcher's steak with side of carrots. Portions for the sides were enormous so we should have looked at pics beforehand. Ambience was very cool- we sat at the chef counter since it was just two of us but there was little interaction with the chefs so probably a regular table would have been better. Our waiter was really nice. He had a lot of tables and we didn't see him for a while but I suspect he was letting us chat. Overall dinner was very good and I would come back to try so other stuff.

    Crudo
    Allie W.

    Love this spot! My neighborhood go to for a healthy meal out. Can't go wrong with anything here!

    Vibe
    Michael J.

    Very popular restaurant with a lively vibe. The Ax bone-in ribeye, which is their specialty, was very tasty. The buttermilk biscuits are the best...don't miss them. Service was also excellent.

    Butchers Steak pan fried mashed potato
    Faith-Carmen L.

    We ordered the biscuits, oysters, pan fried mashed potatoes, and butcher's steak with a half bottle of their chateau de fleurie. Everything was delicious and I would order it again. We ordered the steak medium rare and it came closer to rare. Restaurant was busy at 7:30pm on a thursday. I recommend making a reservation. It was a bit loud. Service was amazing and so sweet!

    Mint julep
    Katie T.

    Man, places like this need to duplicate as much as they can. St. Anselm did not disappoint from start to finish! I was a solo diner for this experience and sat at the bar. The bartenders were friendly, filled waters promptly and were fast. I came in about 5pm on a Saturday and there were only 5-6 other people at the bar, but the dining area was pretty full. This place has an almost pioneer-ish vibe with all of the taxidermy on the walls mixed with like your Uncle's cabin in the woods in the 60s. I was digging it. I started with the buttermilk biscuits and pimento cheese. Wow. I could have eaten all of them. The bartender and I agreed that it wasn't a good idea. He said he did it once. I also had a mint julep, and while I normally like them, this one was a little different. The presentation was cool, but the drink was all ice, which was disappointing. For dinner I had the Butcher's Steak, medium well (should have gotten medium) and the Brussels sprouts. I'm thinking about the leftovers now. The folks next to me ordered my exact meal because it looked so good. I will indeed return! Thanks, St. Anselm!

    Another angle of the blue crab deviled eggs
    Joy O.

    Great location inside Union Market in NE DC, and major bonus, I lucked up with a PRIME parking spot right in front. Not sure about a garage nearby though. We pulled up right after "BEAT THE BOMB" as part of my friend's birthday celebration. There were 7 of us and we were STARVING. We came during that awkward brunch to dinner transition, but shoutout to them for still letting us order from the appetizer and transition menu because we needed options. Jackson was our server, and he was super nice and accommodating the whole time. Food wise, I got the blue crab deviled eggs to start and wow, so good. My friends were obsessed with the biscuits, like truly raving. I tried them and I didn't quite get the hype, but hey... For entrées, we had a mix of steak, branzino, salmon, and pot pie. My steak was cooked right, flavorful. I also tasted the branzino and that was also a hit. Both were really, really good. Now, mixed reviews from the group: -Salmon was just okay -Pot pie was a no, too salty, but my friend loved the Caesar salad -Brussels sprouts were elite, one of the best I've had, no exaggeration. -I also had the steamed broccoli, simple but good. So overall for me, I enjoyed my food. But as a group, it was kind of split, some hits, some just okay. Now let's talk about the space. The decor was honestly my least favorite part. It felt dated and the chairs we were sitting in were a little questionable, not the stability I expected, lol. I lowkey got stuck in the bathroom stall :( I had to "shimmy" out of the door. It really looked like a scene from a comedy TV show. No bueno!!!! When we first got there it was pretty empty, but by the time we were leaving it had filled up, which does say something about the food and popularity. Final verdict, good food overall with some standout dishes, but not super consistent across the board.

    Ribeye
    JaLeesa S.

    While visiting DC for work, I craved the best steak in the area. A few places popped up, but this place caught my attention based on reviews, photos, and the time it would take me to get there from the metro. Coming from the Navy Yard it was about a 10-15 train ride with a short 5 minute walk to the restaurant. The restaurant gave "high class" but with affordable prices. Almost like an upscale bar if that makes sense. The gentleman who waited on me was very attentive and gave one major recommendation, I needed to get their buttermilk biscuits. So, of course I did. They were huge, fresh, and delicious. They do come with a pimento cheese but I was not a fan so I used butter. Either way they were great. I for my entree I got the prime ribeye paired with the pan fried mashed potatoes. It was a lot of food but I had no steak left over to take back to my hotel. I finished my meal with the rainbow sherbet. I spent just about $80 and it was well worth it. The side was large and honestly I could've done without. Not because they weren't good but my steak was just that good without. I will be visiting again.

    Biscuits
    Courtney R.

    We had a great experience as a last minute brunch in a group of 5. We had fantastic service and no complaints in food. If you're dropping in for brunch, definitely get the biscuits and crab deviled eggs for the table. I also had the smoked salmon (you can probably skip this one).

    Prawn Brussels sprouts biscuits mashed potatoes
    Kyla G.

    Friendly service was indecisive about seating and they nicely accommodated us outside. Crab deviled eggs 20/10 really good and nice amount of crab meat. The large prawn was good just not a lot of meat just one . Biscuits nice and flaky. Brussels sprouts are great they in this Cesar dressing just takes it to a new level. The fried mashed potatoes was ok my friend enjoyed it. They have great dessert options would have indulged but was full. Place is cute and convenient location.

    Whole Branzino
    Kamali F.

    Came to celebrate a birthday and was happy with the service received! This is a cool restaurant with great indoor and outdoor seating that wraps around the exterior of the building. Located right near Union Market. The service we received was great! The drinks were good and the food was delicious! The root beer float was also a nice and delicious way to end the meal.

    Biscuits
    Patricia S.

    Very cool ambiance, nice interior but still casual. The biscuits for the appetizer were absolutely delicious (hint: ask for jelly). The steaks were nothing special in my opinion, no seasoning on them or anything. The mashed potatoes were seasoned like thanksgiving! Service was good.

    Ribeye
    Robert F.

    The stellar reviews have it right. This is my go to place for steaks. A tight menu where everything is carefully prepared and delicious. Ordering. Many of the steaks and sides are quite large and easily feed two. The 16 oz ribeye is the best example. Tender, juicy and aged on site to perfection. The sides are easily enough for two. The pan fried mashed potatoes are not to be missed. The mushrooms are a perfect complement for the steaks and the creamed spinach is delish. Before you get to all that, you must MUST order the biscuits that come with a whipped pimento. I'm a southern boy and no one does a better biscuit. Sorry momo. The staff is attentive and on it. Just a great all around experience. Maybe someday I'll leave room for dessert.... But I doubt it.

    Cheeseburger
    Mark O.

    I recently took my close friend out for lunch to St Anselm. I got the Cheeseburger and he got the Fried Chicken Sandwich. Their french fries were out of this world. The French fries were also very well seasoned and the cheeseburger was on point. I've been told how fresh all of their ingredients are but now I know. This was amazing. Cheeseburger is only on their lunch/brunch menu. They do not have it on the dinner menu. Service was fantastic.

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    Nice brunch experience on Easter morning -- food and service were both solid, looking forward to returning!

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    Nice atmosphere. Food and cocktail was amazing! The bartender was friendly. Great experience and I definitely would visit again!

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    Good restaurant and nice ambiance. Steak was cooked good and service was amazing as well.

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    Great decor, great vibe. Food was disappointing and overpriced - the steak was poor quality grade. Service was slow.

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    Ask the Community - St. Anselm

    What is the dress code do you wear fancy casual?

    You can wear whatever you like. No judgements.

    What is the outside like? They only have outdoor seating for most of their reservations but it's winter lol?

    The outdoor set up is just tables outside I didn't see any heaters? I wouldn't sit outside in the cold

    Is this kid friendly? I have a 1 yr old and an 11 yr old.

    The restaurant itself is not un-friendly towards kids, but I would check out the menu to see if there are things that your kids would like to eat. We have a 9 and 12 year old and though we LOVED the food, we didn't think it would fit our 9 year… Read more

    Do they have outdoor heaters on the patio?

    Yes they do.

    Are masks required at the table you're sitting at ? Or just to get around the restaurant?

    They are not required while sitting at the table eating. They are required moving through out the restaurant and going to the restrooms o

    What is their corkage fee?

    $25 per bottle, and the bottle can't be on their list (it's posted online)

    Is this kid friendly for lunch or an early dinner?

    Yes! The music can be a little loud but it is accepting of families

    Do you have happy hour?

    No, no happy hour. But the bar opens at 4pm (an hour before dinner service) and stays open between brunch and dinner on weekends (3-5pm).

    Is there valet parking?

    Nope. But there is ample free parking in and around the Union Market District area.

    Are there high chairs?

    Yes

    How is the noise level at St. Anselms? Looking for a relaxed birthday dinner for 5 folks, one with hearing issues.

    I went Friday for dinner and it was LOUD. Lol

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    Unconventional Diner - Tip-Top Chop

    Unconventional Diner

    4.4(3.4k reviews)
    1.3 miShaw, Downtown
    $$

    Excellent and loved the sopa criolla! So many great brunch options. Clean, good service and good…read morelocation.

    A group of four of us went here for dinner after searching for a while. We had a tough group to…read moresatisfy-a picky eater whose isn't adventurous and just wants Taco Bell all the time, a self proclaimed foodie who likes to seek out the Michelin star restaurants but actually isn't as adventurous in trying new foods as he thinks he is (hopefully he doesn't see this post haha), another who is willing to try most things but is also happy just eating low key and doesn't like to spend money, and then there's me who wants to try new things, willing to spend a little to try it and is happy going with the flow too. Thankfully we ended up at the Unconventional Diner and it was perfect for satisfying everyone in the group!! We were all able to get tasty drinks- from n/a Hibiscus Citrus lemonade, white wine, a cinnamon toast old fashioned (what? A cereal inspired old fashioned, yes please and it was fantastic!), and a Bourbon basil smash. Then the crew settled on some food-the waiter was patient with the questions and contemplation from the table (thank you!). We started with the SKILLET CORNBREAD with Habanero Honey Butter | Sea Salt (v) And that was melt in your mouth cornbread. Damn. Real cornbread seems hard to come by any more and this is the real deal. And the honey butter and flake sea salt-can't go wrong. I'm a spice weeny-for reals-and this was incredible. It's a MUST get. Across the table we had two of the double cheese burgers (I warned, we have a lack of adventurous eaters) -and they both said the burgers were the best they've had. I had the Philly French double dip, with horseradish cream and caramelized onions-so fantastic-the roast beef was melt in your mouth and the broth was the perfect saltiness. Our fourth got the fried chicken sandwich and really loved the dill pickle slaw that came with it, and the chicken was not over cooked and not raw-perfect! We all had fries with our meals, the thinner kind with light seasoning and none of us could stop eating them, even when we were clearly full, the fries just kept disappearing.

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    Unconventional Diner - Space is large, bright, and contemporary.  Reservations recommended.

    Space is large, bright, and contemporary. Reservations recommended.

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    Caribbean Shrimp & Grits

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    Ted's Bulletin Noma

    Ted's Bulletin Noma

    4.2(237 reviews)
    0.5 miNoMa
    $$
    Large group friendly
    Happy hour specials

    ​An Elegant Breakfast Spot with Wonderful Staff (Just Mind the Checkout)…read more​The Atmosphere & First Impressions ​High-End Finishes: The restaurant is beautifully designed with high-end finishes, creating a very upscale environment. ​Impeccably Clean: Upon arriving, we immediately noticed how clean and well-maintained the entire space was. ​Warm Welcome: The hostess was incredibly kind and set a great tone for our breakfast. ​The Food & Service ​Fantastic Menu: The menu offers a wonderful assortment of options. We were originally drawn in because we were excited to try their homemade Pop-Tart! ​Accommodating & Kind: Our waiter was a very nice gentleman. The kitchen was more than happy to make small adjustments to our orders for dietary needs, which we deeply appreciated. ​Kudos to the Staff: The waitstaff does a phenomenal job, especially considering the clientele. This area tends to attract a lot of pompous professionals, and we witnessed customers being incredibly rude to the staff on two back-to-back visits. ​A Note on the Crowd: For example, we were in on a Thursday afternoon and watched a large group of business professionals completely ignore their server. They wouldn't even acknowledge them or say thank you. It felt like olden times, where the staff were treated like servants to a king or queen and were just expected to take abuse. It was really bad. ​A Quick Note on the Checkout Process ​Rushed Payment: The payment process felt a bit rushed. The server hands you a small payment machine and quickly pushes you to complete the transaction right then and there. ​Keep an Eye Out: We aren't the type of people to scrutinize a bill closely--if it's right around the expected amount, we don't worry about it. However, the lady at the table right before us was loudly complaining about a service fee on her bill, and she ended up not leaving a tip at all because of it. Combined with how fast they push the payment machine on you, it might be worth taking a quick second to look over your total if you are the type of person who likes to verify the fine print. Come on people, do better! ​Overall Impression ​It is an expensive spot, but the food quality, cleanliness, and excellent service from the waitstaff make it worth a visit. The staff handles a tough crowd beautifully!

    Came here twice as it was next to the hotel I was staying at. First visit was for a late night…read moresnack. I sat at the bar and the bartender was friendly but busy restocking as it was towards the end of the day. I had the cheery old fashion as she promised it was one of their stronger drinks. I didn't find this to be true, it was actually overly sweet and tasted more like syrup. The second drink I picked was the bourbon bash. I thought this one would be sweet as it's made with different juices but it was actually on the stronger side. Definitely stronger and better than the Cherry old-fashioned. To snack on I went with the steak and cheese, eggrolls and bacon, blue cheese brussels sprouts. The egg rolls were great. Lots of flavor and the texture was spot on. The brussels sprouts were good for the most part. They did go a little overboard with the blue cheese for my tastebuds. My second visit was for a late breakfast. I started with an Irish coffee by recommendation of the bartender. It was a great way to start the day. It was strong enough but with the right balance. My breakfast plate didn't meet my expectations. My eggs were too running, bacon was chewy, toast was stale and the hash browns were only cooked on one side. I did ask for them to be crispy. I picked at it enough to curb my hunger.

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    Bistro Du Jour - Parfait De Yoghurt

    Bistro Du Jour

    4.3(116 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    Terrific sit down dinner with friends and colleagues at the 2026 international cleaning advocacy…read moremeeting. A fine variety of foods to choose from so kicked things off with a nice healthy green salad, including mixed greens, asparagus, snap peas, chives, with green goddess dressing. Tonight's entrée was the beef bourguignon. short rib that melted in your mouth. Add in mushrooms laden with pommes purée. served from a super friendly waiter who paid just the right amount of attention to us. They had a house favorite dessert, which was flourless chocolate cake. It doesn't go with my eating healthy, but based on the healthy dinner tonight, I indulged. The dessert... decadent

    I was at the royal sonesta for an event and decided to have brunch here afterwards since it's…read moreconveniently located inside the hotel. The staff were friendly and attentive. They checked on us often to make sure everything was okay. They also brought out some complimentary beet tarts (what we assumed them to be). They were not my favorite but it was a nice thoughtful gesture. I ordered the steak frites and overall it was good. However, I asked for "medium well" which should have a slight of pink inside but the steak was more so "well done". There was not even a slightest of pink and was a bit tough to cut. Other than that, I still enjoyed the meal and appreciated the service. The ambiance was also very nice and really gave off a French bistro feel.

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    Paris- Brest Au Saumon Fume

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    Tiffany's Bar and Bistro - Seafood platter for two

    Tiffany's Bar and Bistro

    4.6(47 reviews)
    0.6 miH Street Corridor/Atlas District/Near Northeast

    Breakfast at Tiffany has always been a classic film, but pairing that iconic name with royal…read moreOttoman family recipes takes the experience to another level entirely. We stumbled upon this new restaurant on the H Street corridor 8th street--a neighborhood that can feel a bit rough around the edges--but what we found inside was nothing short of a true gem. The moment we stepped in, we were stunned by how beautifully designed the space is. The décor feels warm, elegant, and thoughtfully curated, offering a calm retreat from the busy street outside. But the real magic arrives on the plate. Every dish we tried showcased fresh, high-quality ingredients, layered flavors, and a clear respect for the rich culinary heritage of the Ottoman and Istanbul royal family traditions. You can taste the care and legacy behind every recipe. This is not just another brunch spot--it's a place where history, culture, and freshness come together in a way that feels both authentic and elevated. They have both the upstairs and downstairs of the building. Upstairs is a great social gathering with a bartender and the back patio is nicely renovated that can host pet in the summer months. The service was exceptional from start to finish. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely proud of what the restaurant offers. It's rare to find a place that surprises you in all the right ways, but Tiffany's Bistro & Bar does exactly that. A beautiful concept, executed with heart. We can't wait to come back.

    The restaurant business is tough, so I drafted this review with a bit of sadness. I had a good time…read morein large part due to the atmosphere and my date (my girlfriend). That said, a couple missteps that should not have occurred took this review into the negative realm. Let's start with the positive. This appears to be a great new addition to the neighborhood, and I hope it is supported. The appetizers were delicious and nicely presented. The pistachio feta with grilled pita was tasty and interesting. The halloumi with orange marmalade was as well. The hostess was engaging and friendly. The atmosphere was calming with a touch of casual refinement. One of the entrees was delicious (the scallops and grits). I'd order all three items mentioned so far, again. The negative. The second entree was the short rib. It was tender and.... Wow, way too salty. A shame because it was otherwise well cooked and nicely plated. But whoa. When the hostess came by, my girlfriend kindly said it was a bit salty. I "refined" her answer and said she was being nice, but it was very salty. The hostess went to note this for the kitchen (a positive for her), and because we are on the first floor outside the kitchen window I heard the conversation. The chef responded that he knew what had happened. Earlier when preparing the short rib someone (in his words) blasted it with salt. What this tells me is that they knew they'd made something close to inedible but served it anyway. At the end of our meal we had leftovers of the two apps and the short rib. We asked for a bit of extra pita to take home and they provided. Then the bill arrived. Not only was there no adjustment for the inedible short rib, but they charged us $2 for the pita. The least they could have done was just given us the pita. Ah well. Those two missteps; 1) serving a known and improperly prepared entree, and 2) not doing something to make good when reported, have led to this sadly negative review for a place that could and should have gotten a positive one. Hopefully someone there will see this, and the experience and review will be a learning opportunity that will help them thrive.

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    St. Anselm - steak - Updated June 2026

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