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3.6 (1.2k reviews)
Open • 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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The coffee is STRONG and flavorful! I added cream and sugar but don't typically do that!
Jeff P.

Service is great! The atmosphere is very pleasant. Food is delicious and wholesome, Parking is really not in abundance in this area. Price is average for DC (high but not ridiculous) I'd go back for the coffee ... the omelette... for sure!

Smoked Salmon Benedict
Dave W.

Firefly was a great spot for a fun Sunday brunch! The place has a fun and cool ambience and all of the staff was very friendly and attentive! We started by sharing the deviled eggs. They were very good, although I've had better at other places in the past. I had the Smoked Salmon Benedict for my main dish and it was delicious. A couple of the folks in my party had the Chicken and Waffles and enjoyed it. One member of our group went for the Biscuits and Gravy and found it to be quite tasty! It was a little pricy, but overall a good spot for brunch.

Hours for brunch

Don't advertise brunch 9 am - 3 pm if you close at 2:15. We walked in at 2:20 and were turned away.

With the chef
Kavita K.

Heartening to find a place with great food, service, and ambiance all in one. Apparently they had just introduced a new Cajun-inspired menu a few weeks ago ... pleased to see the chef so personable and enthusiastic about our feedback. We had a chili glazed shrimp (MUST TRY!!), chicken wings with mango pineapple sauce (another 5/5), grilled salmon (3.5/5 - good but nothing special), Alfredo pasta (3.5/5 - would have been 5/5 if it had more vegetables) and lamb chops (3.5/5... a bit dry). Finished off with triple chocolate - crème brûlée- apple tartlet ... all a 5/5. Definitely coming here again!!

Eggs Benedict
Kasi O.

Went here for brunch last weekend and it was absolutely delicious! We were seated right away and were actually able to choose where we wanted to sit which was nice. Our waitress Tina was top tier and deserves the world!!!! She was so kind and attentive, as was the rest of the staff. I got the eggs Benedict with ham and potatoes and it was so good! I would definitely get it again! We also had a pitcher of mimosas and coffee which were both great! I would definitely go again if I was in the area and highly recommend!

Egg White Frittata
Justin N.

We stopped by Firefly for brunch on a Sunday. Firefly has a modern, yet comfortable atmosphere and a simple interior. We sat at the bar and ordered an egg white frittata and smoked salmon Benedict. The bar tender was a buffoon. Instead of taking our order, he shouted at us from the order station, requiring us to yell over to him. He truly thought he was sly hiding his phone in a menu and popping in an earpiece to take a call and again later to text for several minutes. Mind you, he was not attentive to empty glasses directly in front of him. He routinely left the bar and mostly acted like he was busy to his coworkers before returning to do very minimal items, such as washing two glasses, while ignoring the customers at the bar. The epitome of an employee acting busy and avoiding actually working. The food was good, but not exceptional. The eggs Benedict hollandaise was on the sour side and the smoked salmon wasnt the best offering. The potatoes were excellent as was the frittata, though it could lose the mushrooms.

Check Your Floatability
Angel P.

A group of us came late at night on a weekday so we only order a drink each. The female staff member was very kind and welcoming. The bartender who took our drink orders seemed new as he wasn't sure what some of the drinks contained, and when we were trying to order "Check Your Floatability", he kept pointing to the rest of the cocktails above. The female staff member had to explain what it was. Presentation-wise, Check Your Floatability looked great. The drink itself was good, but a bit too sweet, and I typically enjoy sweet cocktails. My friend got a pink drink (unsure of the name), and it reminded me of cough syrup. Cocktails are $17 each.

Chicken & Waffles
Naomi C.

I want to round up but this is more like a 3.33 review so down it is. I stopped by the Firefly after a night at the attached Hotel Madera to try out their brunch. Pros: attached to the hotel; trendy and conspicuously clean; and well-trained wait staff It was Mothers Day do I expected a wait and was surprised to get a seat in the lounge quickly. I was seated quickly but service was quite slow. I had a spa appointment so I was in a rush and ordered coffee, chicken and waffles and a the Garden Rose. The cocktail came before the coffee and I had to request cream and sugar. The coffee was amazing. The chicken and waffles claim to be served with maple syrup-that was my draw. They were not. At all. I had to flag down the waiter to ask, though the host/manager did check on me prior to that. The waiter claimed it was maple. Unsurprising as the FOH often doesn't know what the kitchen does. It. Was. NOT. Maple. The waffle was okay. Tasted like krusteaz but made on a fancy iron. The chicken tenders were nicely proportioned and the breading was not overdone but they were not well seasoned. Couldn't find the waiter for hot sauce so I ate them as they came. Overall 3/5. The service was SLOW. I was late for a spa appointment and asked for my check. It took the waiter over 15 minutes to return. I don't know how much past that but I only waited for the 15 then I paid cash and split. Underwhelming, but in a good location would be my estimation of Firefly. There are way nicer brunch places in DC but Hotel Madera is nice so I'm sure they'll continue to get brisk business. I won't be back.

French toast
Maria J.

Found this very cute spot after I stopped here for a quick bite before heading to the farmer's market. I sat outside and enjoyed people watching as I waited for my food. I got the French toast which had very good flavor and fluffiness but was a bit too sweet for me. Scrambled eggs were good too-not dry like other places.

Corned Beed Hash Breakfast Potatoes 2 Eggs Any Style
Dominique M.

In honor of a #FlashbackFriday...I gotta give credit where credit is due & that's to Firefly & their wonderful dishes. I visited the restaurant for a third time to try their dinner menu & I must say I made a GREAT decision. From the chili shrimp as an appetizer, to the lamb chops for my entree & ending with a sweet taste of cheesecake; manifesto. Gotta say the shrimp was a AMAZING w/ Chef Red's special sauce. The lamb chops marinating juices just melted in my mouth & I'm glad I was in the mood for something sweet. From the whip cream, to the berries & the sweet glaze on top; the cheesecake was EVERYTHING! And to top it off, the scenery was topped off w/ a great smooth ambiance. Firefly will stay on my list to comeback! I even had to get a "to-go" meal for my moms to try; she raved about chicken breast & those tasty mashed potatoes. Well done!

Johnny B.

Firefly Restaurant in DuPont Circle offers an unforgettable dining experience that's both cozy and exceptional. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm, inviting atmosphere that set the tone for an evening we won't forget. The highlight of the night was the rib-eye steak. Cooked to a perfect medium, this steak was nothing short of extraordinary. Tender, juicy, and impeccably seasoned with garlic and peppercorn, every bite was a burst of flavor. The chef, Red, personally introduced himself to us and shared that he was from New Orleans, which made the experience even more special. He genuinely cared about how the food tasted and made sure we were completely satisfied--an extra touch that made all the difference. We also had the pleasure of enjoying the drinks from the talented bar staff. Patrick made me an Old Fashioned that was perfectly balanced, and Tina whipped up a delicious espresso for my girlfriend, both of which added to the overall high-quality service. Patrick and Tina were incredibly kind and attentive, making us feel completely at ease. After such a fantastic experience, my girlfriend and I couldn't resist coming back to try the lamb chops. They were cooked to perfection--tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. My girlfriend had the salmon on our first visit, but after tasting the lamb chops, she declared she wanted to come back for those next time. I'll definitely be recommending Firefly to all my friends. My girlfriend and her friends are big brunch fans, so I'm sure they'll be checking it out soon too. We're already looking forward to our next visit! A huge shout-out to Chef Red for the incredible meal and to the entire team for making us feel so welcomed. We can't wait to come back!

Mediterranean Bread
Kai M.

Let me start off by saying "amazing staff!" Their level of hospitality and quality service was consistent throughout our entire time and for that, I say "thank you!" Ambiance: if you could run away to a secret garden, this place would be it. The ambiance from the front door to the restrooms were very stylish, comfortable, and well designed. I was enamored by their decor and simply loved how comfortable this place was. Happy Hour: So my favorite part of their happy hour is the price of the drinks, not the limited selection of foods. I'll break them down separately. Drinks: I originally ordered a cocktail called Fake it Til you Make it ($13) and it wasn't my cup of tea. It was supposed to contain vodka but from what I tasted, there was mostly ice and cranberry juice and that wasn't what I was hoping for after a long stressful work day. I later switched to red wine ($9) and that was enjoyable throughout the night. Food: their happy hour food is limited but I enjoyed the Parmesan fries ($8) and Mediterranean bread ($13) both were very tasty but, they were super small. Because of this, I decided to order a Firefly Burger ($24) off the regular menu. The burger was paired with fries and the taste was simply okay. Topped with heavy cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and red onions, I have enjoyed better burgers....for less! I think given the size of the happy hour food and the price, you were a few dollars away from selecting something off the regular menu. That, in my opinion, wasn't cost effective. Would I return? Yes! For ambiance and drinks! But, I would definitely eat somewhere else because the area has better food/prices to choose from. Overall, I give this experience 4 slow hand claps for their service but not so much their food. Those prices were a bit ridiculous and the lack of happy hour bites wasn't welcoming.

Egg White Frittata
Diamond O.

I went here for brunch on Sunday. It's a cute restaurant in DuPont circle. I definitely recommend making reservations because it started getting crowded around noon. My server was extremely friendly and pretty attentive. There was a variety of food options on the brunch menu and the food came out really fast. The prices were also very fair. I ordered an egg white frittata and a cup of hot green tea for only $26. The egg white frittata was amazing! It came out piping hot in a skillet. The flavor was great. The feta cheese gave the frittata the saltiness, but it wasn't too salty. The combination of mushrooms, spinach, peppers, and feta cheese in the frittata was delicious! The side salad was bland. The dressing was just oil. The dressing needed lemon juice or balsamic vinegar to give it more flavor.

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