I have walked by this place so many times, since it is essentially the first stop if you come in the most common entrance of Union Market. But I have never found myself stopping there until recently. I met a friend who is there during happy hour to wait out traffic before going home. It has a lovely spacious bar and plenty of seating. There's a nice selection of cocktails, beers, ciders, and wine. The happy hour bites are nice too, going as low as $3 a bite. And this is literal. They have these fancy Hawaiian tuna nachos that are literally $3 per nacho, which is a little expensive in my opinion, but they were good. The highlight for me was the flavorful drunken bean dip I had. I loved "An Apple A Day" which was a tequila-based apple cider drink... A combo I've never had before! I enjoyed my experience here, and I would come again. Another plus is that they have happy hour on weekends, which is always a bonus for me. I'll be back! read more

Stopped here for a bite before we went to a festival in the area. It was a hot breezy day so we opted for the patio. It was fairly empty at 3p on a Saturday but there was a lot of foot traffic and people watching in the area. Our server polite and kept our water fresh. We ordered deviled eggs, pear salad, oysters and mozzarella sticks to share with a Power Up to wash it down. Everything was pretty standard except the Pear Salad which is the best fresh tasting salad I've had in a while, and the mozz sticks which could've been better - they were more of egg rolls with cheese which threw off the desired taste. I would return to try their dinner but for now this is a solid option if you like a casual vibe read more

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This spot is located in the Union Market District. My friends and I stopped by after a Wednesday night run with the District Running Collective, we were hungry and looking for a quick bite to eat. We decided to give this place a try after seeing they had a great oyster deal for $1 /$1.25 each. I ordered a dozen oysters, while my friends went for tacos, deviled eggs, and a lobster dish. The oysters were a bit too big for my liking, I prefer smaller ones when eating them raw. My friends said the tacos were flavorful, the deviled eggs could've used a little more seasoning, and the lobster dish tasted great but was a bit too small for the price. Overall, I'd say this is a solid spot if you're looking for a quick bite. The service was fast, the food came out quickly, and it's conveniently located in a fun area. read more

Bidwell Restaurant - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Service was great on a Sunday at the bar. A weekend happy hour is a rarity and this one was a good one. The happy hour prices were actually happy hour prices too! Being in union market the vibe and ambience is nice. Lots of different patrons and people were friendly. The fried deviled eggs were good, but the regular deviled eggs were delicious. I always try the deviled eggs at restaurants, and I'd come back for these. The oysters were pretty good as well. A nice quick spot to stop before our Labor Day weekend activities. read more

Bidwell Restaurant - Dozen Oysters , Crispy Deviled Eggs, Deviled Eggs - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Stumbled upon Bidwell at Union Market and I don't think I can rave enough. The oysters? Absolutely delicious--and always a deal at $1.25 each if you double up (otherwise $1.50). Basically a permanent happy hour, and I'm here for it. The mussels in white wine sauce were chef's kiss--I honestly inhaled them. The sauce was perfectly balanced, and the garlic bread that came with it was the ideal match. I'd go back for this dish alone. We also tried their jello shots, which were fun and tasty--definitely on the stronger side! As for drinks, the mojitos were on point. Our server clearly knew what he was doing. The atmosphere is warm, casual, and effortlessly cool--an airy, friendly space within Union Market. With indoor and outdoor seating, trendy décor, and a laid‑back, neighborhood‑gathering vibe, it feels welcoming whether you're with friends or flying solo I would definitely go back. Can't wait to go with the girls next time! read more

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We stopped in here on a Sunday night after doing an entire lap around the entire venue to see what tickled our fancy. I'm so glad we landed here and were impressed with the fresh food and variety of vegetable selections. I chose the crispy oysters and this was a plump tender crunchy flavorful delight. My fresh Cobb salad had additional atypical ingredients of diced butternut squash and parsnips, which made this an A+ delight. Fantastic service was relaxed and friendly and the restaurant decor is cozy and intimate. Would happily return here to sample more menu items. read more

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Service was good but the food wasn't. The Kale salad wasn't washed well so each bite was gritty with dirt/sand. Another friend got the same salad with chicken and had the same grit, plus the chicken was inedibly dry and tough. Another person in my group had an awful stomach ache after eating an egg dish. Really disappointing. read more

Bidwell Restaurant - Kale Salad $14 - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place was a breath of fresh air after a long day of traveling! From the moment we sat down, the service was absolutely phenomenal. We actually stumbled upon this restaurant right before walking into the food hall after noticing a sign advertising a deal on oysters. I usually steer clear of raw seafood, but my curiosity got the best of me, so I decided to try just one oyster. The staff was so friendly and didn't judge me for ordering only one--which honestly made me laugh. To my surprise, I *loved* it! I ended up ordering five more and devoured them in seconds. I also tried the kale chip nachos, which were really tasty. The bartender was still in training but super accommodating and made us some great cocktails. If I lived in D.C., this would definitely be my go-to spot! read more

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Came here for a private birthday party. It was in the back against the windows. It was excellent and I highly recommend this place for a private event. Staff were extremely attentive. Never a dirty glass , plate or napkin sat. Food (passed appetizers)- very good. There was a burger on rye and a raw tuna on a fried chip that were my favorite. I ate too many of the burger but loved every bite! The fried mozzarella sticks were big! I didn't try the deviled eggs. There were also fresh shucked oysters with many types of topping choices set out to get at any time. There was a server with champagne the whole time. But after a glass my friends and I were ready for a martini. Carlos took care of us for drinks. (Since it was a group event, you ordered the drinks within the party- you didn't have to go to the bar to order.) While there I saw the huge pizza oven and a clam pizza and now MUST go back to try it!!! read more

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We went to Bidwell on a whim for brunch. We didn't have a reservation, but we were able to be seated promptly. I had a yummy salad for lunch. It was good, but I thought it was a little overpriced even by DC standards. I like that the restaurant is attached to Union Market. There are so many vendors to explore. The market provides a good shopping opportunity or a chance to find a sweet treat after the meal. read more

Bidwell Restaurant - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Bidwell is fantastic!! I don't understand why it doesn't have a higher rating! Their burger (a patty melt) is insanely good and their turkey burger is great, too. I've also had the shrimp appetizer and their Caesar salad with salmon, which were both delicious. They have an amazing bottomless brunch! They bring a bottle of champagne and a bottle of juice to your table in an ice bucket, and they have the best service so it is truly bottomless! I didn't love their brunch food (I've had the omelette and burrito which I would not recommend), but it was a fun experience all around (and you can order lunch/dinner items during brunch)! We've had some of the best service we've ever had there! So friendly, nice, and helpful! Although, that's not the case every time - but all of our servers have been good at the very least. We like their seating options, especially outside - they have some of the best tables at union market! read more

Bidwell Restaurant - Sangria - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The service was great and the food was great. Definitely get the lobster taco which is not really a taco at all. It's a small bit but "oh my", I could eat ten of them, so very tasty and worth not missing. Also try the Irish Onion soup, if there is not an inch of cheese on top then I can't math- cause there's a lot.... Who said "sorry this is too much cheese?" - Im pretty certain no one EVER.... So the sourdough grilled cheese, also with too much cheese- said no one. It's awesome too with just a touch of truffle..... read more

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Still a solid choice at Union Market. I enjoyed some cocktails and dinner on this visit. We had the crispy deviled eggs to start. It was a first for me, and I loved it because the yolk was so creamy. The salmon with veggies was soooo good, healthy, and filling (because hello, I was saving room for dessert). The sangria was a surprisingly wonderful end to the meal! Lightly sweet with fruit notes (and literal fruit). read more

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We stopped for a late lunch. The white pizza was excellent! I would definitely order it again. The patty melt was served on a delicious rye bread but the patty itself was nothing special. We also had a house salad which was a nice light addition to the pizza. read more

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Bidwell was a very pleasant and kind of unexpected surprise. I was in Washington DC for the weekend surprising a great friend of mine for my birthday. Because of that and the lack of planning ahead of time due to the surprise nature of my trip. The restaurant had a very eclectic menu for brunch/lunch, and I'd love to go back to sample many more of the dishes they have on offer. When I'm visiting new or unfamiliar restaurants, I often like to try many dishes. And I'll often order a larger number of only appetizers rather than one larger entree dish. As a result, I had the; lobster tacos, the deviled eggs, the fried calamari, the roasted cauliflower, in addition to the butternut squash soup. The fried calamari was very good (as expected), and the lobster tacos were suprisingly underwhelming. I think that I was particularly disappointed with the soft shell "wrap" on the tacos. I'm not sure exactly what I was expecting with respect to the shell/wrap, but the texture of what I did get felt like it took away from the dish. Everything else about it was pretty crisp and tasty, but those tastes got a little "lost" in the soft/uneventful warp of the taco. The butternut squash soup was just a half a hair "under" salted for my tastes. And as I've gotten a little older, I've become VERY sensitive to salt levels in restaurant food. Restaurant food tends to be oversalted to my tastes, but this particular dish was just the slightest, minute amount under on the salt. Yet still it was overall quite good and very light (which is a good thing) for a butternut squash soup. By contrast the roasted cauliflower felt just the same half of a hair's width "over" salted to my taste. it was still very, very good and really well prepared temperature and texture wise. What I thought to myself as I was having this meal was that if I combined the roasted cauliflower into the butternut squash soup, then both dishes would have been at a perfect level of saltiness. The standout surprise was the deviled egg, and it was the only dish that I remembered to get a picture of before I finished it off. The height and volume of the deviled eggs filling was a real surprise, which may be hard to decipher from the photo but it's "huge." It's flavor (which was very mustard forward) - I loved. I don't know if "everyone" would have loved it (because I think people are used to more simplified and sweet/er flavor profile for deviled eggs). However I thought they were really speacil and stood out from the rest of the menu in a good way. There are still so many dishes that I'd like to try there, that I'm 100% sure I'll be back to try this place again the next time I'm in Washington, DC. read more

Bidwell Restaurant - The "mountainous" deviled egg. The scale might not be properly captured, but it's massive. - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place is just the cutest. A gem sitting right. Y union market it's just too conveniently located. They have an oyster happy hour where oysters are 1.25 if you by by the doze and 1.75 if you don't buy by the dozen between like 4-630p. Their wood oven grill makes all the pizza slap. Loove it when it's fresh and you gotta try the charcoal crust! The oysters are fresh and so is the calamari. A drink with gin and matcha? First place in the city to see do this and I'm equally in love every single time. I've always had pleasurable service here and the location couldn't be more pristine! Perfect for all occasions and had indoor and outdoor seating. Casual ambiance. Great place read more

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Stopped by Bidwell for happy hour and left underwhelmed. The pizza was solid, but the small bites didn't justify the price--skip those. The oysters, however, were a great deal and probably the best value on the menu. Service was spotty at best, with long waits and little follow-through. It's hard to believe this place once made the Michelin guide back in 2017--it's fallen far from that standard. If you go, stick to the oysters and pizza, and manage your expectations. I would never go back here given all of the better options in union market. read more

This is a nice restaurant located in the Union Market area. We stopped by after the DC cocktail festival (now THAT was an experience) and we decided to sit outside to experience the warmer side of bipolar spring . Very nice menu with a good selection of food. If you're into people watching, outside is definitely the place to be. The drinks were really good as well. It was a nice find in the area and a place I would definitely visit again! read more

I never tried the food here. So I'm not sure about that. The music is always nice. They are playing the Howard Hampton game on tv. Service is cool. read more

Bidwell Restaurant - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Bidwell was...ok. The food was fine but nothing to write home about, standard Caesar salad, pizza, and oysters. The staff was perfectly kind, though they forgot to put the pizza in so it came out super late. We also had the shaved brussel sprout salad that was not good at all, very dry and bitter. We have been before and had a much better experience, def willing to try it again to see if it's better then! read more

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I came here late on a Sunday night for an impromptu date after Umbrella Arts Fair recently. It was one of the only sit-down restaurants still on after 9pm in the areas, so with limited options, we landed here. Service: Service was great, no complaints on that front. Our server was friendly, courteous, and prompt. 5/5 Ambiance: This restaurant is situated within Union Market, but operates as a stand alone. This night in particular, the lights were dim for a romantic vibe and the holiday lights were abundant. 4/5 Food: I ordered the Patty Melt and my date ordered the short rib. For $21, I'm very surprised at the quality of the handheld I ordered. The burger was pretty bland and the condiments on the burger were minimal. I definitely wouldn't order again, especially at that price point. I felt like I was eating a Blue Plate Special at a diner. My date on the other hand loved his short rib with mashed potatoes. He was able to swap the veg listed on the menu for green beans. I always appreciate when the kitchen/wait staff is willing to make substitutions. Though I didn't like my meal, my date enjoyed his, so that's worth something. 3/5 I will come back in the future if I'm in the area, but maybe next time I'll try the pizza. read more

Bidwell Restaurant - Patty Melt with side salad. - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Better for dine in... food wasn't as great take out and wait time was not accurate. Normally I love this spot. read more

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Tucked inside Union Market, Bidwell delivers an impressive mix of flavors in a stylish, bustling setting. On a recent visit, I tried the chicken wings with fries, and they were a standout--crispy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. The balance of texture and heat showed real attention to detail in the kitchen. Service was another high point. Staff were attentive without hovering, and my order came out promptly and exactly as requested. The vibe was energetic and friendly, making it a great spot for both a quick bite and a casual hangout. One downside: it was a bit too cold inside, which made it less comfortable to linger as long as I'd have liked. But that was a minor blip in an otherwise enjoyable experience. Overall, Bidwell is definitely worth a visit, especially if you're already exploring Union Market. Great flavors, great service--just bring a sweater. read more

My group of 6 was looking for a place to have dinner with no reservation at around 8pm. We were seated promptly and the food was really good. I didn't try the pizza but I believe that's what they are known for. The steak was seasoned well and my fries came out hot. I knocked off a star because they charge .75 for extra ketchup and salad dressing. Two condiments that came with the dish. read more

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a nice lunch in union market! had the brussels sprouts, a glass of pinot grigio, and the margherita pizza. everything was extremely delicious and i especially enjoyed the little shavings of lemon zest on the pizza, which put the common margherita over the top and made it unique. service was good as well! a little expensive for what it is but it was a treat with friends, so i had a good time :) read more

Bidwell Restaurant - brussels sprouts - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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A mistaken reservation at another restaurant, led my friend and I to Bidwell for brunch. Unfortunately, it was incredibly disappointing. The service was slow - although that was not the server's fault as he was working alone. The mimosa was watery, and my omelette was way overcooked. There didn't seem to be any goat cheese in the omelette as written on the menu. While the side potatoes were good, it was not enough to overcome the negative aspects of the rest of the meal. The music was blaring top 100 hits at 11:30am too, which was unnecessary. read more

Bidwell Restaurant - Wild Mushroom Omelet - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Kayla our server was friendly, attentive, and professional. The vibe was upscale casual. The food was ok but each dish needed more flavor and seasoning. Salt, at a minimum. read more

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I went here my first time with a group. Service was very slow! I ordered their fish tacos which cost almost $20 and only comes with two tacos! You should not be left hungry paying $20 for tacos! Overall the place is just okay, although the tacos were tasty, they did not justify the price. read more

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I have been here three times and the food is wonderful and farm to table. In fact, they grow some of the produce on a nearby rooftop that used to be the rooftop of Union Market where it was located. The drinks are also amazing and the happy hour deals are great. The service has always been great and the ambiance is nice yet busy. read more

We have gone here so many times when visiting the Union Market district. I normally don't do brunch but have gone for lunch and dinner. My son loves the Mac n cheese and pizza. I LOVE their spiked cider. It's perfect for those cold nights we've had lately. I love their salmon salad as well. The service is always amazing and the staff is always friendly and tries their best to accommodate their guests. I'll be back soon read more

When I saw the oyster deal, I couldn't resist. However, you get what you pay for. The oysters were a bit small and didn't come with much meat. The aesthetic of the restaurant was clean and modern. And the presentation of the oysters was gorgeous, but not much to eat. read more

Bidwell Restaurant - Oysters - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

So we've been sitting in the restaurant for 30 minutes. Many of us only just got our drinks. Food is so slow. Service is non-existent. I'm not giving 1 star because the food is decent. But we haven't tasted it yet so who knows. 39 minutes... Coffee tastes like mud water. Whoops. Grilled cheese pretty good. They LOST one of our orders. SMH GO SOMEWHERE ELSE. 53 minutes...just got our food. read more

Bidwell Restaurant - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

It is one of the first restaurants you see when you walk into union market. For such a pretty restaurant I wanted their breakfast/brunch menu to pop a little more. Our server was super down to earth and patient with us while we orders. The cocktails were refreshing and fresh. I got the lobster taco knowing it was small but I still was let down. The pizza was the best thing I tried. If you're in the area try it out but don't go out of your way. read more

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Located within Union market, the restaurant appears to be very large and inviting however their menu is quite small. Lizzie was our bartender and was very polite and professional. I wish they had a larger menu. More flavors of wings, larger lobster tacos and larger drink menu. Everyone seemed to be getting the pizza however I wasn't in a pizza mood so I settled for champagne and mussels. read more

Bidwell Restaurant - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Made an early morning reservation and I think the food was delicious! Our server was attentive and refilled our coffees and water on time, and made sure to explain to me the different pizza crust options. The pizza was pretty big portions and I had to take a couple slices home. It's definitely a nice sit down restaurant in Union Market! read more

Bidwell Restaurant - Garden of Eden (Charcoal Crust) - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This place is located in Union Market area and was one of the few places that opened late serving food! I had their cheese pizza with mushroom, arugula, and a vegetable crust. I'm not the biggest pizza fan, but this was quite tasty. I recommend replacing the vegetable crust with a regular or thin crust. The vegetable crust was very flimsy and paralleled eating raw dough. The actual pizza tasted healthy, unlike most pizzas! I would order this again. read more

Bidwell Restaurant - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Got there early (Union Market) so seating wasn't a problem. Was attended to promptly and ordered the Bidwell Amber. Pretty good beer - cold and refreshing. Fried chicken was surprisingly good and was served with mashed potatoes and sautéed green beans. The green beans were excellent. The homemade fettuccine and shrimp was tasty and the vegetables tasted fresh, but I found it to be a little soupy (3.5 stars). The bread pudding dessert tasted okay but was a little dry. The menu had limited items with the fried chicken being the star at our table. I rate 4 stars but it's closer to 3.5. read more

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We saw their white pizza was on special and it sounded so good. We got fried deviled eggs and charcoal crust white pizza two things which we both had never had. The fried deviled eggs were ok, I was interested in trying them. Came with three of them which is weird cause you cut them in half just give us four halves. It was weird eating them warm rather than regular deviled eggs being cold. Happy to have tried them. We got the white pizza and the serve told us about the charcoal pizza crust which we were intrigued by also. The texture was a little weird with the crunch of the occasional charcoal but the taste wasn't much different. Easier to digest? Why not try it! All the different cheeses was nice, I don't think it had sauce because it came with marinara to dip. Service was fine, she was nice. I would have gotten a drink also if it wasn't $20+ for one. read more

I was not impressed with any of my dishes here. Pizza lacked in flavor. Mozzarella sticks were just ok. read more

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This places was just okay. The menu has limited variety and but strong potential. The problem is a lot of the food is bland. I have been a couple of times now and every time I go I'm always a little disappointed. It's sad because the location is perfect and it offers something different then the market feel. The price point is okay as well but I just leaves something to be desired. One thing I did note was that my friend ordered the lobster tacos. It's literally one small floor tortilla taco cut in half for $11. And for an additional $5 you can get another one.. According, to her it to was bland and not worth the money. I say come here just for drinks on a first date or casual meet up. Eat elsewhere. read more

Bidwell Restaurant - Lobster Taco - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia