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    St. Anselm

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

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    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.

    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.

    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).

    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.

    It was the ice cream cake
    Eric E.

    Good, but maybe not as good as it's been? Sunday night party of 6. Slightly uneven. Service was weird. Our waiter and main busser were obviously arguing through the meal. My son's ribeye was a fatty mess. Inedible. Sent back. The Wagyu was great. Our waiter seemed to be hearing impaired. The bday celebration was botched. The food was delicious and it's a great value, but after today, I won't be rushing back.

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    Food: everything my family ordered was AMAZING! You must try their steak. It won't disappoint you!

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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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    Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - 4 Cheese Mac and Cheese

    Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab

    4.3(2.1k reviews)
    2.0 miDowntown
    $$$

    "Not Your Average Joe !" Classy Restaurants come with a certain charm the minute you enter the…read moreestablishment , and their inner decor for one reason or another ( which I can't explain ) makes you feel comfortable and at ease. Well Joe's Seafood checks every box and some others I didn't mention. The entire staff is professional, in a warm welcoming way. They ensure that your experience is a delightful one, filled with superb pampering service. And then there's the food !!! This is when I was totally floored... for starters the assorted bread basket for the table is absolutely delicious ( I literally had to force myself to stop alternating between the muffins and mini biscuits ) Since I was eating light today I ordered the seafood salad ( chilled lobster & shrimp on top ) and the salad was so fresh and had that crisp salad crunch that mesmerized my taste buds with every bite !!! DC hands down is one of the top restaurant city's in the country and Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is a big reason I can make that statement with absolute confidence !!!

    The most overpriced restaurant I've been to in Washington. No where near as good as Joe's in…read moreFlorida. $54 for a dozen of the smallest oysters I've ever seen. They could have fit in a thimble. The stone crabs were tasteless. The best was the coleslaw. It took forever to get a glass of wine and ice tea. I will not recommned it to anyone. Ambiance was OK, the place was packed. People were very casual, which surprised me for such an expensive restaurant.

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    Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Area near hostess stand

    Area near hostess stand

    Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Grilled Seafood Platter

    Grilled Seafood Platter

    Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Back dining room

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    Back dining room

    Bourbon Steak - Bone in cowboy ribeye (20oz) medium.

    Bourbon Steak

    4.0(969 reviews)
    3.2 miGeorgetown
    $$$$

    When a sibling is in town and offers to pay for a meal you make the trip. My brother spoke highly…read moreabout Bourbon Steak and since he was in town invited me for dinner while he was visiting for work. The restaurant is in the lobby of a hotel. There's street parking and I believe valet but we found street parking fairly easily on a weekday. The ambiance is dim lit. Service was very attentive and seemed to pay attention to detail, announcing confirmations of no allergens within each dish brought to the table. Our water was filled regularly, suggestions were readily available to the many questions we had. I also thought it was a nice touch that your bagged items are taken off table and you are given a ticket without awkwardly taking up space while you maybe were still chatting or enjoying an after dinner drink or dessert. Quality of food was nice, can't recall the type of steak my brother tried I went with a ribeye and tried the octopus appetizer which was very tender. We also enjoyed the Brussels sprouts and whipped mash. Was definitely a meal that could easily be shared between 2-3 people.

    Consistent and delicious! I've been to a couple Bourbon Steak's and they never miss. The staff is…read morealways professional and attentive. The food is incredible. Always. We started with their bread, so good! And the tuna tartare and the French fry trio. All so good but my favorite is the truffle. We shared the rib cap which was cooked perfectly!! I mean look at that picture. One bite and I know I'm going to sleep good. Pair it with the sides, my go to is always the mashed potatoes. Can't go wrong with a meal from here. Also to note, their burgers are so good and the chocolate chip cookies for dessert are a must!

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    Bourbon Steak - Chef Mina's truffle garlic rolls.

    Chef Mina's truffle garlic rolls.

    Bourbon Steak - Creamed Spinach, Crispy Shallots

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    Mastro's Steakhouse

    Mastro's Steakhouse

    3.8(1k reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    Our team visited Mastro's Steakhouse during our Principal Retreat, and the experience was…read moreoutstanding from start to finish. We kicked off dinner with the shrimp cocktail, oysters, and lobster bisque, which were all fresh, flavorful, and a great way to start the meal. Since I can never pass up good sushi, we also ordered the Spiny Lobster Roll and the Crispy Garlic Tuna. Both were excellent, but the lobster roll was the clear standout and something I would absolutely order again. By the time the entrees arrived, it felt like we had sampled half the menu, but I still made room for the twin lobster tails. They were perfectly cooked, buttery, and worth every bite. To finish the evening, we shared Mastro's famous Butter Cake, which lived up to the hype and was the perfect ending to an incredible meal. The food, service, and atmosphere all made for a memorable team dinner. Mastro's delivered an experience that felt special without being pretentious, and I am already looking forward to my next visit.

    The service was simply impeccable, the staff made you feel so at home. Eager to ensure your…read moreexperience was the best it could be. Need a fun but non alcoholic beverage? Done, and with FLAIR! The appetizers were delicious, the entrees were tender and flavorful, the sides were yummy, and the desserts looked fab! Portions were generous, so of course there were take home boxes. We had a huge crowd so it's not fair to judge the space- we had both the main room and the bar reception area opened up; and the decor was perfect for business meetings or intimate dining. Thank you for a wonderful meal and your staff's impeccable service!

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    Mastro's Steakhouse - Bar area

    Bar area

    Mastro's Steakhouse - Chargrilled oysters

    Chargrilled oysters

    Mastro's Steakhouse - Caesar Salad

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    Caesar Salad

    Medium Rare - Super chewy parts of the meat that couldn't be eaten

    Medium Rare

    3.8(1.2k reviews)
    3.8 miCleveland Park
    $$$

    Service and ambiance were great! They have a very nice outdoor patio that's covered from the rain…read more The salad and bread are great. I did wish they gave a little more time between the bread/salad course and the main course, since I didn't have enough time to finish my salad. The sauce is delicious and the fries were nice and crispy. Wish dessert came with the meal for that price. The steak is definitely very low quality -- there were so many pieces that were too tough for me to even cut, let alone eat. Since they give you an extra serving, I had enough steak to eat, but it just felt like such a waste to have this giant pile of inedible steak on my plate. There was probably 3/4 of a serving of steak that wasn't so tough it was inedible, so might not have been enough of a serving for others.

    I've always had exceptional service here, but this particularly time the servers were incredibly…read morepreoccupied. It was really hard to flag them down for refills, etc. Medium Rare is a great brunch spot for the spring/summer time! Their outdoor patio is my favorite spot to be seated albeit they pack the tables like sardines. The steak frites with the peppercorn sauce is a must try. I'm not even a steak person, but as a saucy person, I love for this meal. The French toast is also crispy on the outside, yet soft and moist internally. It's the perfect balance of textures.

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    Inside Vibe

    Medium Rare - Grilled Portobello and Fire Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

    Grilled Portobello and Fire Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

    Medium Rare - Inside Vibe

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    Ocean Prime - Truffle Fries.

    Ocean Prime

    4.3(810 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$$

    Delivering great seafood, prime steaks, and above all, the best service…read more Ocean Prime is the place for amazing experiences. I had an opportunity to introduce some and reacquaint others with why OCEAN PRIME is one of the best restaurants for service, food, and cocktails. When we arrived, not only did we have an amazing greeting from staff who gave us every impression that we were the most important people in the restaurant. Our server was beyond top-notch. Tiana set the standard for how a server should engage thoughtfully and helpfully. We had the iconic berries and bubbles, black, orchid cocktails, glasses of wine, and, of course, the goat cheese ravioli. For main entrées, we had an amazing special of lobster and scallop risotto, and Ribeye steaks, both Oscar-style and plain. Our side items were the jalapeño, gratin, potatoes, lobster, mac & cheese, brussels sprouts, and broccoli. The pace of service was perfect. We had plenty of time to enjoy the cocktails, appetizers, and dinner. The food came out extremely well seasoned, hot, and to everyone's liking. The general manager, Tim, took time to come by the table to make sure everything was going well and really put the icing on the cake by ensuring our entire experience lived up to the Cameron Mitchell brand. Truly, a night to remember

    Had a wonderful experience. I booked the reservation day of, including special accommodations…read moresince it was my girlfriend's birthday. A special birthday menu/sheet was on the table upon our arrival to our seats. Our waiter, Rafael, 5-star hospitality service. He gave us a thorough overview of the menu and the daily specials. He made sure to bring out my special request for the Warm Butter Cake (highly recommend)! My girlfriend ordered the nigiri, while I kept it simple with 8oz filet. Rafael recommended the mashed potatoes as a favorable side dish, and it paired well with the meal. Overall, 10/10 experience. Highly recommend if you're in the area! Again, much thanks to Rafael for making this night so special. He not only takes great pride in his work, but also carries a confident, yet serene presence that elevates the entire experience. Be sure to ask for him whenever you visit!

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    Ocean Prime - Tower

    Tower

    Ocean Prime - 14 oz New York Strip and Lobster tail

    14 oz New York Strip and Lobster tail

    Ocean Prime - The outside of the restaurant.

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    The outside of the restaurant.

    St. Anselm - steak - Updated June 2026

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