For an experience I learned about on IG, this was a total knock out! We were so impressed!!!! Stunning spot, very classy and upscale, great service, the food was prompt and the hot chocolate bar cart was incredible. The price was totally reasonable, the time with my gal sipping on a decadent luxurious over the top mug of hot chocolate was priceless. Highly recommend this!!awesome idea read more

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We came for Brunch... I'll admit, the Instagram posts of their hot chocolate bar definitely piqued our interest and convinced us to give this place a try. While the setting is lovely, the service felt inconsistent at times, and the menu didn't really stand out. Greenhouse Eggs Benedict- prepared well and the asparagus was the perfect side. Lox and Bagel- the salmon was delicious and not salty. The hot chocolate bar was cute and fun; it's really just a cart with a friendly server adding toppings which melted well with the hot chocolate, delicious! Overall, the food quality was solid, but there wasn't anything that stood out enough to make me want to return and try other menu items. read more

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Late Review: August 2024, I came with my family and my experience at The Greenhouse was nothing short of excellent. We wanted to go to one last restaurant before heading back home and we chose the right spot. The service was impeccable at the time. Our food was good, we left happy and full. The real entree was how beautiful it was inside. There's nothing like enjoying the space and your food at the same time. 9/10 read more

The Greenhouse - Fresh Berry Pancakes, Jefferson Burger, & Banana Chocolate Chip Pancakes - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Excellent food and service! Great ambiance and setting! It was perfect! I especially enjoyed the presentation of the food.

I dined at The Greenhouse for a weekday business lunch. The ambiance and decor are top tier--it's just gorgeous and lived up to its name. Also conveniently located downtown inside The Jefferson hotel. The service was also excellent. Now the food. The burrata appetizer was good, as was the bread service. But my entree--while absolutely beautiful--tasted incredibly bland bordering on unpleasant. I ordered the potato dumplings, and being a tad confused by the description I questioned the server on whether that was simply gnocchi. I did not get a clear answer, as he simply repeated the name of the dish. I took a risk and ordered it anyway. It was not, indeed, gnocchi, but rather actual dumplings stuffed with purple potato. So the description had been apt, I had just never seen something like it before. It was plated in a way that was absolutely stunning--literally, my table gasped when it came out. But... I didn't really like it, and certainly wouldn't order it again. We ordered two desserts, both of which were delicious and large in portion size (which is good, given their price). Like everything else, their appearances were especially appealing. I think I would come back and order a different entree. I was thrown off because the menu did not match what was available online (one of my restaurant pet peeves). I would also love to come back and try brunch. read more

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Visited the Greenhouse restaurant for breakfast during our visit to DC over Memorial Day weekend. The restaurant is located inside the beautiful Jefferson Hotel, and the entire property is absolutely stunning. The interior features black-and-white checkered floors, large crystal chandeliers, and dark grey curtains. We thoroughly enjoyed the restaurant's atmosphere of relaxed luxury. The service staff were very friendly and welcoming. We began our meal with a couple of lattes, which were excellent. I loved that they served their hot drinks in grey-painted china. I opted for the avocado toast and the French toast--both were beautifully plated and truly delicious. Overall, I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an elegant dining experience. read more

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I came here with my partner for our anniversary on a Friday night. The atmosphere is definitely fancy, and there were plenty of waiters and staff on hand catering to the guests. We ordered two entrees a la carte (~$50 each), but they also had a 4 course meal available for $100/person as well. Before the entrees came out we were served bread with butter/salt/oil as well as a fried cheese ball. The bread was warm and had just the right soft and chewy texture. I think they noticed how much I loved it as they served us a second helping before our entrees came out. The entrees were okay. We got the lamb and the coq au vin. The lamb was definitely better -- perfectly seasoned and cooked to medium. The chicken was okay but I wasn't a fan of the wine sauce. Each came with some veggies which were cooked well. The oyster mushrooms on the chicken dish were a highlight. On the way out one of the waiters gave me some extra bread and a chocolate boxed up. Excellent and attentive service!! We will come back again next year. :) read more

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The cutest spot for brunch with the girls! - the ambiance of Greenhouse is classic and upscale, a small but solid menu. I got the chocolate chip banana pancakes, soft and sweet! I also added the chicken sausages on the side. I really loved that they offered multiple protein options as sides. Service was quick and efficient. My favorite part was the little stool for my bag! Overall great option, would come back to try another menu/time. read more

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This place is so cute! It'd be a perfect venue to host a bridal shower or intimate event. The service is incredible, the plates and silverware were fancy and the food was divine. The Jefferson Eggs Benedict: 9/10. I don't like runny eggs and they accommodated me with hard eggs. The hollandise sauce was a light foam rather than a sauce which was kind of weird but overall tasted good. Make sure to add pepper! Fresh Berry French Toast: 9/10. Not too sweet, light and fluffy. Chicken sausage: 6/10. Nothing special. I added syrup to mine. Toast for the table: 10/10. The sourdough was lightly toasted but still squishy. The assortment of jams were all great! read more

The Greenhouse - The Greenhouse Eggs Benedict with a side of chicken sausage - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Don't bother showing up on a weekend if you don't have a reservation or aren't at the hotel. The staff was kind of rude too when we mentioned we weren't staying at the hotel. I wouldn't come back even if I could get a seat. read more

I was not expecting to stumble across this elegant gem of a restaurant this morning, but I'm glad I did! The service is beyond. The physical space is gorgeous. And the food -- exquisite. Not inexpensive, but an experience! read more

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To celebrate our incredible ten years of marriage, my wife and I decided on the Jefferson. We had initially looked at doing our wedding reception here but ultimately chose another venue. So it was time to revisit this place for our Tin anniversary. Our first stop was at the Quill for cocktails, and then we moved over to the Greenhouse for dinner. Our server was from Jamaica and was excellent. He took care of our gluten-free needs. We had a charcuterie board with 24-month Prosciutto for a fantastic appetizer. My wife had the short ribs, and I had the filet mignon for the main course. Again just perfect. For dessert, I had a chocolate mouse, and my wife cheated on the gluten with a cheesecake. The wine and dessert wine suggestions were spot on. It was a great memorable evening celebrating an extraordinary decade of wedded bliss. read more

The Greenhouse - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Beautiful location. I wandered in here by accident and decided to stay for the delicious food. I sat at the bar and the staff were so kind and accommodating. I will definitely be returning. read more

The Greenhouse - Half dozen oysters - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The main attraction to the Greenhouse is definitely the ambience. This place is beautiful. Perfect for a brunch date (I recommend in front of the fireplace or in the small green room). The waiters were polite, dressed very professional that added to the overall feel. We ordered the fresh berry French toast, 3 egg omelette and fresh mixed berries. I really wanted to give this place 5 stars, but honestly the omelette didn't have a lot of flavor and the french toast was just good. I will definitely be back to try more of the menu and I definitely recommend for an impressive date. read more

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Terrific service, atmosphere, and food. We were staying at the hotel and came down for breakfast. While a little pricy, the coffees were both delicious. The food was also excellent and meticulously presented. We really enjoyed our time here and look forward to coming back! read more

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The Greenhouse is a wonderful restaurant that serves Sunday Brunch with a great ambience and atmosphere. You will be attended to by a warm and friendly services. read more

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Please ring the phone... visit the place, amazing time any season. Please keep the peace at all time, the restaurant deserved it. Highly recommended. read more

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A great experience in modest fine dining. One of the best meals I've had in DC! The setting beautiful, staff is formal, and food is extremely refined, yet while this is clearly a fine dining restaurant, there are no frills about it. Everything we ate was delicious and thoughtful. Each component of each dish had a purpose and added to the overall quality of the plate. The crab and corn soufflé, while I don't think I would call it a soufflé, was rich in corn and crab flavor, had varying textures of softness on the inside and a crunchy brûlée-like top, and was so tasty you couldn't help clearing your bowl. The duck and endives were perfectly cooked and had an incredible sauce that elevated the dish to another level. Our dessert, a pear crumble, played with various textural components and highly contrasting and classic flavors that all came together perfectly. Overall, I loved coming here and will definitely return. This is a place for special occasions! What a great experience! read more

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This review reflects my experience dining out with celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder that requires me to maintain a diet free of gluten (including cross contact). SERVICE: 4/5 stars DRINKS: 4/5 stars FOOD: 5/5 stars AMBIANCE: 5/5 stars VALUE: 3/5 stars OVERALL RATING: 4.5/5 stars (round up for Yelp rating) Friends and I dined at The Greenhouse on New Year's Eve (using their six-course prix fixe meal for the holiday). Upon arrival, the waiter asked about allergies or preferences of our party. For each course, I was told that my plate was gluten-free; two of the six courses were modified to avoid gluten. When bread was brought to the table, I was given gluten-free toast (and a separate butter plate). For dish modifications, a lamb arancini-like bite was removed from my main-course plate (no substitution, just omitted entirely). For dessert, I was given a separate dish (warm blood orange and ice cream, when my friends received gingerbread baked Alaska). I had one cocktail, a Madras (my usual drink); it was very good. Overall, I was very satisfied by my experience at The Greenhouse. Other than the removal from my main course, I was given the same amount (or equivalent) food as my dining companions. While The Greenhouse is not entirely gluten-free, I felt they took my autoimmune disorder seriously. I did not experience any after-effects from exposure to gluten (including cross contact). I would recommend The Greenhouse to anyone looking for a very special dining experience. read more

I didn't think I'd like this place, but I did. upon arrival, it seems there was a bit of confusion. they had mixed our reservations up with someone else's. when we were seated, we received a nice table, but it was next to the front door. we could feel the literal draft of wind come in. and this was an extremely windy, cold day. they were nice enough to move our table, thankfully. we ordered their fresh squeeze orange juice, chicken and waffles, blueberry french toast and avocado toast. at first, they brought out grapefruit juice & had to change it out. orange juice was good, definitely fresh squeezed quality. for $8, I probably wouldn't get it again though. my friends seemed to enjoy their food & after my daughter kept demanding for avocado toast, it arrived. for $30, I was hoping there would be...idk more? haha I don't know why my expectations were so much higher. I don't think it was worth the price tag, but it was good. my daughter ate half the toast! the customer service was pretty amazing. I didn't expect them to have little stools for your purse. they'll take your coats in the beginning if you have one. they gave my daughter a complimentary beenie baby & a coloring book! she was so happy! surprised as to how accommodating they were with children. I'd recommend this restaurant if you have children, but not very young children. don't come too hungry, because the avocado toast definitely won't do it for you. but come for the beautiful skylights and service! read more

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Beautiful place, great meals and fantastic service. Highly recommend visiting this gem.

Unfortunately, I don't think that whatever it is that prompted so many positive brunch reviews here translates over to their highly overpriced, underwhelming dinner service. The shortest way for me to describe my dinner experience here is...I don't get it. Most of the entrees were above $50. Unless it's something featuring rare and precious ingredients - it's covered in truffle or caviar, or it's some priceless aged steak, or imported from somewhere - it's really hard to justify that price point. I ordered a $55 seabass entree that was meh. Not just meh for the pricepoint. Meh in general. It was a small cut, skin on, cooked well but really thin and not very flavorful at all. It came with a beet puree and...more beet puree? The puree was nice, but pretty much the only flavor throughout the dish so it was very one-note. And it had a few nicely cut carrots and such on the plate, but nothing approximating an actual satisfying side. This entree was OK but *just* OK, and I would have been questioning its value at $35, and at $55 it was just baffling. There was nothing on that plate that made me understand why I was paying this premium other than that it was expensive just to be expensive because the restaurant wants to be an expensive restaurant. The $20+ scallop appetizer had two scallops on it. Beautifully prepared scallops, with a nice sauce, but two scallops. And as an appetizer it was meant to be shared, so if you're in a group of more than 2, looks like those scallops are getting cut in half. You don't even get a whole scallop! That's more than $10 per scallop, by the way. Flavor-wise, though, I would say this dish was much more impressive than my $55 seabasss. Additionally, the service was fine but nothing to write home about - not the doting, elegant service I would expect in this scenario. And they weren't busy (wonder why). I was also unimpressed with our very expensive desert - it was chocolate and pear and I was expecting a fanciful tart-like creation, but when it came out it was really just a slice of super rich chocolate ganache cake with some pear gelee dollops on the plate and weird disks of dark chocolate jutting out of it. Several of us split it and most of us only had a few bites and left most of the slice (which was standard-sized) over. That tells you something. The best part was the fresh baked bread, which came to the table for free. Honestly, it was acceptable enough, but if we had spent half as much I'd still have felt we didn't get our money's worth and like most of the food I'd had was boring. I'd be more than willing to try this restaurant for brunch given the reviews, but I do not recommend it at all for dinner. If you want to hang out at the Jefferson in the evening, I recommend just going to the bar, Quill. The cocktails there are insanely priced ($23 for cocktails that are the same as the $15 cocktails you can get anywhere else, and if you want something similar at a similar price I prefer the round bar at the Willard). But at least the cocktails here are really good. Or, you know, you could go to any of the 80 gazillion upscale New American bars in DC and eat food of the same or better quality for half the price. read more

An elegant, upscale brunch spot located in The Jefferson Hotel. The restaurant is built right into the center of the lobby, behind high gated doors. Checkered floors, water fountains, and floral centerpieces keep it on theme with the rest of the space. The menu is short, but spans the brunch essentials: lemon ricotta pancakes, blueberry French toast, eggs Benedict. Personally, I think it's overpriced and you're paying for ambiance more than food or drink. Two eggs, any style runs for $8, I believe? Loved experiencing this with my gfs, but not a place I'd find myself ever craving (especially given the vast dc brunch scene). If you're a Bridgerton fan, this spot is for you! read more

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Wonderful brunch at The Greenhouse ! Food was delicious and the atmosphere was so nice and pleasant. Definitely recommended to visit when you're in D.C. read more

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Elegant dining experience with silverware, china, tablecloth, colonial era decor and wide ceiling skylight for tons of natural light. Perfect for Mother's Day, girls outings, birthdays or power lunches! Came early enough to able to choose where we wanted to sit, which was off to the side room to have some social distancing. Loved how not too crowded and quiet the restaurant was. Food King Salmon Tartare beautiful presentation! Easy to share. Tiered salmon, avocado & roe with cucumber herbal juice with dill oil (but with no spoon so we sopped it up with the bread). Even the little bagel chips comes in it's own wooden case. $21. 5* Bread Basket is complimentary assortment of 2 herbal rolls and 2 olive nut rolls. 5* Rachael's Salad a big salad with a whole airline cut grilled chicken breast (comes attached with a drumette), chorizo, pickled watermelon, green olives (loved!), tasting Sherry vinaigrette. $26. 5* Sirloin Burger is bit pricey but it's prime sirloin afterall. They asked how we like it cooked and came as requested with cheddar cheese, red onion jam, tomatoe confit in a delicious potato bun. Nice crisp on the fries. $25 5* Chicken Paillard is slightly overdressed in a very tasty mustard dressing with dried apricot pieces. $31. 4.5* Eggplant Rigatoni eggplant is fried like little tempura spears but seemed like only a handful of them in this eggplant dish. Eggplant confit was creamy but a bit bland. Pasta wasn't al denté enough. $25 3* Sparking Water $8 each Service Decent considering we were off to the side. Got a cute footstool for our purses. Bathroom even the bathroom downstairs continues with the ambience and is worth a visit Located -In the lobby of the Jefferson Hotel (straight ahead once through the lobby doors) -NW corner of M St & 16th St NW (about 4 blocks directly north of the White House lawn) read more

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One of the best restaurants I have been to in DC. Perfect location at the Jefferson. Amazing food here whether it is breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The filet for dinner is a favorite. Service is as good as it gets, anywhere. read more

Nice elegant breakfast experience inside the Jefferson Hotel in DC. the ambiance and decor was classy! read more

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Food was good enough, and place was elegant, but I felt they committed a couple of dining crimes. Partial Pros: Ambiance was beautiful and the natural light lifted my mood. The vibe was relaxing. The china and silverware were fancy with minute details of Benjamin Franklin with a kite and the table was beautifully decorated. The staff was polite. We got the crab cake eggs benedict avocado toast, cast iron baked eggs, chicken and waffles, and three egg omelet and it was all mediocre. Nothing was particularly astounding upon trying it, but it was satisfying enough in my opinion. I didn't feel we got what we paid for and thought we were compensating for the ambiance instead. We also got a basket of pastries and those are awesome so I recommend it. I never saw avocado toast on a menu for $26, so I thought it must be the best avocado toast to exist on the planet but it wasn't even close. Crimes: When I saw the prices of mimosas for $17, I wondered what kind of champagne they used but I really didn't want to find out. I wanted a coffee but didn't see it anywhere on the menu so you have to ask for tea or coffee. They initially brought out earl grey instead of english breakfast that my friend ordered but it happens. In the end, the tea and coffee was $8 for each cup. I was shocked that we spent $8 on a tea bag and hot water and for regular coffee and felt it was a crime. Overall, you should come here for a nice ambiance. I'd probably bring my mom here for quiet brunch but that's about it for me. read more

The Greenhouse - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Delicious food and wonderful service in a beautiful setting. Everyone in my birthday party loved it. Highly recommend! read more

The Greenhouse - Eggs Benedict - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I found my new breakfast spot in DC and I'm so happy! We came here on a Wednesday morning and I ordered chamomile tea and waffles with whipped cream and fruit. The whip cream was homemade and berries were fresh! The tea was piping hot just how I like it! My date got steel cut oatmeal, Benedict that came with asparagus and he subbed the pork for chicken & feta sausage, and a side of potatoes we shared. Everything was DELICIOUS!!! Definitely will be back. Great service, great ambiance, and it was very clean too. read more

The Greenhouse - Waffles, potatoes, Benedict, steel cut oatmeal, chamomile tea - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place is amazing! I proposed to my fiancé here and the staff was so helpful in assisting me to coordinate my proposal. The chef brought out a special dessert plate with a written message. I gave them the engagement ring and they had it on the plate for me. The food is incredible, everything is delicious. It's such a romantic place. I wish they could have brought out her engagement gift as well but it would be difficult to bring a car out on a plate lol. This is definitely our favorite restaurant in DC! read more

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Very good brunch, albeit pricey, in the Jefferson Hotel three blocks from the White House. Highlights were eggs Benedict. The three egg omelette was ok. read more

Came for brunch, food was fantastic! Best service I've had anywhere in a VERY long time. Have already booked my family a room at the hotel for their visit in the spring in hopes I'll get more waffles read more

The Greenhouse - Chicken and waffles - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

First time coming to The Greenhouse and we loved it! It's inside the Jefferson hotel so we didn't quite know what to expect but it was close to where we were staying and convenient. It was beautiful! The decor, table set up and ambiance was somewhat regal. From the suede cushioned chairs to the beautiful China cups it was definitely a wonderful experience considering the typical breakfast places that are available. We did make a reservation as we quickly learned breakfast/brunch restaurants book very quickly. I ordered the avocado toast which was delicious and my husband got the French toast. Do not expect the typical American portion size! My order came with one piece of avocado toast and the French toast was just as small. Don't let that discourage you though! They have plenty of other things to try and sides to order you can share. We got the breakfast potatoes and mushrooms which are also smaller portions but just enough for us both. Their fresh squeezed orange juice was delicious. Now when it came to the bill, you're paying not just for the food but for the location, ambiance and service. Expect the bill to be $$$ but it's all about the experience in my opinion. The food was delicious but so was the adventure of fine dining. A perfect place for a special meal or just a treat on a weekend getaway. read more

The Greenhouse - China table set up - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Went in July 2024 for anniversary brunch. While we were served a glass of champagne, the service went down hill quickly from there. The waiter or other staff never came by during the meal to check on us. We wrote to the hotel but never heard back from them since we expected more from this hotel. read more

This is my new favorite brunch spot in DC. The space is beautiful, the aesthetic really plays into a period theme. The customer service was amazing and and the food was even better. The French toast specifically...... I'm still craving it. It's perfectly sweet, airy, and light yet rich and full of flavor. I would recommend that you go just for that! read more

The Greenhouse - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I absolutely loved this restaurant. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. I felt like I was having brunch in wonderland. The China was elegant. Can't wait to go back. read more

This place was so spectacular that my family and I came here two days in a row. The food was delicious and very vegetarian-friendly. I devoured the avocado toast on the first day, then loved the cast iron eggs on the second day. The ingredients are clearly very high quality. The ambient lighting and marble molding gives the restaurant a very high quality feel. The service was excellent - we had servers Jorge, Omar, and Nilson and they were amazing and super accommodating. read more

I've been to the Greenhouse on multiple occasions and everytime it's a homerun. What I Found Groovy - Excellent service starting right as you valet your car - The FOOD - Got the lobster eggs benedict and wow, it is so delectable ; bread is cooked perfectly with a poached egg with a generous portion or lobster, a must try! - Decor and ambiance : seriously this place is beautiful - Everyone enjoying themselves chatting in a hushed tone - No loud drunken brunchgoers (see alot of this in DC) What I Found Not So Groovy - All seating is not treated the same here, there are better seats in the house than others - might want to ask when booking about the little semi private cubby holes in the corner that create a true prime dining experience (may not matter to most and definitely not a deal breaker or star deducer but I like a good seat :) ) read more

The Greenhouse - Lobster Eggs Benedict Lemon Ricotta Pancakes - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The Greenhouse is a restaurant inside the Jefferson Hotel in downtown D.C. When you enter the hotel, it's right in front of you. It's set up in a beautiful way making you feel like you're in, not a greenhouse, but a conservatory. There are a few plants, but not many. Lots of natural light pours in as servers keep your mug full of morning coffee. The menu is expensive, but with a lot of variety. My eggs benedict came with potatoes and was tasty. read more

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