We went to Lyle's for the first time on Mother's Day for brunch -- trying a new spot on Mother's Day? Bold, I know, but the reviews looked great and so did the ambience so I decided to give it a shot for my mom who visited from out of town. I told my cousin that we were going there, and she mentioned it was a nice spot but that they blared music and when she had asked if they could turn it down, they said no. I realized this when I had called the hostess to confirm my reservation and it sounded like they were having a party. I told my cousin that hopefully that wouldn't be the case on Mother's Day, but I was wrong. Immediately when we walked in, the music was blasting -- normally this wouldn't be a huge problem for me if I was out for a boozy brunch with my friends but on Mother's Day? Not really the vibe. My mom wasn't pleased but we decided to stay. We saw a lot of mothers there, children, families and young people but everyone was yelling across their tables and you could hear other tables conversations. This was really off putting because in photos, the restaurant looks like a very relaxed, classy place -- not to say that Lyle's still isn't classy, but the music volume definitely killed the vibes. I hadn't seen any reviews talk about the music either, so I don't know if this a "new" thing they're trying out but I've got thoughts... Moving on to food. We started off with the French Toast to share which was absolutely delicious! We each ordered different entrees, I had the short rib hash (definitely the best of the bunch), my boyfriend had the breakfast brioche sandwich, and my mom the chicken and waffles. Everything came out hot and quick, and our server was a little slow at times, but overall good. The chicken in the chicken and waffles could have a little bit more of a robust flavor, and perhaps a different fruit pairing with the waffle -- it was tasty, but nothing to write home about. The short rib hash was excellent overall but needs the green sauce they pair with it -- on it's own, the short rib meat was lightly seasoned and again, could use some more "wow" factor. Breakfast sandwich was pretty standard, but the aioli on it is really what elevates the sandwich! Overall: Food 4/5 Ambience 3.5/5 Service 4/5 Interior design 5/5 The waiter said this restaurant has been around about 3 years now, but I've never heard of it or seen many reviews on it across platforms so I was surprised. I'm glad we gave it a shot, and I'll definitely be back (especially to try happy hour) but just with my friends! If I could recommend something to management: I suggest you tell your guests, especially those booking on special holidays that they should expect loud music or perhaps don't blast the music like it's a lounge on those holidays. Don't get me wrong, the DJ was playing only bops, but the volume was way too loud and took away from the class. If anything, Lyle's should offer brunches/days where they have the music hopping and other days when it's at a normal volume. And let me be clear: the music wasn't the issue (I love music and all the songs that were being played) it was the volume at which it was being played. I may be young but I don't always like to shout at people who are 3 feet away from me while I'm trying to enjoy a meal and good company read more

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I think Lyles is amazing. Saw them on tiktok for their drinks but you can't really sleep on their food menu. The atmosphere was very cozy, interior was aesthetically pleasing, and staff was very attentive. Every single food and drink item we got was better than the next. Best thing there though is the complimentary cornbread. 10/10 would recommend. read more

Lyle's - Cornbread - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I love coming to the Lyle to both stay and eat! The Serivce let's start there! The service is amazing .. extremely accommodating, friendly and will go above and beyond to make sure your stay is top tier! The restaurant is constantly improving their customer service and are extremely attentive. The ambiance is giving comfortable luxury! The restaurant is filled with large sofas and small tables to set the mood for both large groups and intimate parties! On Saturdays and Sundays I love coming here for brunch as the DJ stays jamming and it's surely a vibe. The food is equally as delicious! The brunch menu has lots of great options and the dinner menu is equally great. I personally love the short rib, fried chicken, mussels, arugula salad and the list goes on. Their drinks are also very good! I love the bees knees ( great gin drink). Overall a great place to stay, eat and simply enjoy ! read more

Lyle's - Brunch menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Really enjoyed the food here! Service was great. We went on a Saturday and there was a Dj. Music was a little loud but didn't bother us just would keep that in mind if you're sensitive to that. Not sure what days they have the Dj so could call ahead and ask. This the type of place you want to try everything. Will definitely have to be back to explore the menu further! read more

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We haven't been here for dinner in a while and couple weeks ago we ventured in. We were lucky that they finally, finally, changed the menu. Our service was good, took forever to cash out per usual at this place. I ordered the short ribs, knowing that the temp was med rare to medium but the issue was that 2 out of the 3 pieces were so fatty and not edible in my opinion. The server did recommend the Fried Chicken to begin with and that is what I ended up getting and it was so GOOD, like so yummy!! And huge portion. We do enjoy going here and happy the menu is new and updated read more

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This place is so cute! The photos on web don't do it justice it's really beautiful. The mimosa options have unique flavors and I loved the lavender lemon. It had a pretty purple color and lovely flavor. My friend also had their expressions martinis and really enjoyed it. The food was delicious and the DJ played really good MICU's but at a tolerable volume. The diners were so diverse as well that made it cool. The manager even stopped by to chat and we had a nice convo. Would recommend! read more

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It's a vibe! Great place for a date or with friends ! Music was on point for brunch ! Service was excellent. Limited brunch menu but understandable . Chicken and waffles was satisfying. Short ribs and hash was filing and a favorite! I loved that they didn't rush you !! Lots of laugh and comfortable seating . I would visit again ! read more

Lyle's - Bottomless Brunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Breakfast at Lyle's while staying at the Lyle hotel again, and again I really appreciate such a good restaurant in this boutique hotel. read more

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My friend took me to DC for the weekend for my birthday! Walter treated us like the queens we are and kept the bottomless mimosas flowing. We were lucky enough to be there for DJ brunch. The short rib hash was amazing! The vibe is hip, but not in a snobby way. I'll definitely be back. read more

Lyle's - Bottomless OJ mimosas - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I have been to Lyles 2x. First time was at random with a friend and we sat at the bar. I had a burger, fries and drinks. Everything was delicious. Second time, I went we friends for their brunch. Made reservations and the food was delicious. Service was on point and our server was super attentive and nice. I ordered the short rib hash, hash browns, and we got the bottomless mimosas for $28 We also got lemon drop shots. Ambience is very chic and have very comfortable seating. A very diverse crowd from young folks, parents with kids but everything flowed nicely. read more

Lyle's - Short rib hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Love the vibe, playlist, and the food! It was super affordable and kinda on the cheaper side in my opinion. Between 3 people our total was around $75 if I remember right. Probably one of the best brunch places I've been to in DC food wise. read more

Lyle's - French toast, smoked salmon toast, short rib hash (sooo good), and a side of hash browns - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Beautiful ambiance....this will be a fav spot in fall and winter, especially. I wish they had non alcoholic beer options. But, bartenders can make a mock-tail if you know what flavors you want. read more

Love this place -- awesome ambiance, great food and friendly, kind service! We did a mini staycation here last year and really enjoyed the breakfast and the dinner. Since then, they've expanded their menu and it is truly a delight! Some of our favorites for breakfast: -Potatoes (they are finely cut and the most amazing potatoes I've ever had) -Baked eggs Dinner favorites: -Fried green tomatoes -Duck croquettes -Short rib -Branzino -Chocolate tart Haven't been for brunch yet, but that's next on my list! read more

First time coming to this establishment for brunch. This was a last minute brunch reservation. The service was good, the drinks were good, and the vibes were good. I took 1 star away because my food wasn't seasoned or seasoned well. read more

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Maybe decent. Definitely not good... and super far from great. We were sat across from the bright lights of the kitchen with a restaurant that was a quarter full on a Monday night. Drinks took forever. They were out of the pork belly when we ordered. Good meatballs and mussels starters. Awful KC strip steak which came out sliced already and without the horseradish cream sauce. Server said they were out and offered "steak sauce." A1 was served. We asked if they had any other sauce and were offered ketchup and mustard (with a $50 steak). Then had to ask the server twice for the check. Not a great experience. I loved catching up with my old work friend though. :) read more

Oh y'all are in for an experience. From decor to the food to the delicious lavender mimosa. 5 stars all around. I would go for the bottomless experience and make sure you make reservations. Parking is a challenge but that's the city. read more

Lyle's - Bottomless Mimosas/Lavender Lemon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The atmosphere was beautiful. Service is really good as well, the bread they bring out in the beginning is amazing. Food was also very good and well priced! read more

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Honestly, I've been stalling on writing the review because I want this place to stay lowkey lol. Even when it was The Rigsby before, it was super chill, good service, good food. Now that they are The Lyle, I would say it's the same energy but more upscale. I went twice in one week. Once for dinner and once for breakfast, not brunch. PARKING: Be prepared to search for parking for quite a while or pay $20 to valet if you aren't staying at the hotels. There aren't any garages or lots around that I know of. Saturday night dinner, I found a spot right out front. Next Saturday breakfast, I chose valet. BREAKFAST: treated my grandma to what I thought would be an early brunch but they don't start brunch until 11. We got green tea, green juice and the breakfast sandwich. I wasn't feeling well so I didn't eat my sandwich, ended up popping it in the oven at home like five hours later and it was bomb. Service that morning left quite a bit to be desired but it was breakfast not brunch and the young man was clearly new. DINNER: Arrived very early for our reservation so we sat at the bar and had a drink. We were starving so the bartender hooked us up with some phenomenal corn bread. Then, I told him what kind of wine I typically drink and what he recommended and he was extremely knowledgeable and recommended a red that I loved. It's so hard to find an informed bartender these days!!!! But he was great. It's also very sexy in the bar area now and great if you are on a date. When we sat down at our table, my friend and I both ordered a second round of drinks and asked for more of the delectable cornbread. For appetizers, we got the burrata and the beet salad, we were then presented with the lamb croquettes free of charge. Everything was delicious. We also both got the short rib for dinner and we both cleaned our plates, it was bomb. Wish we'd had dessert but we were so full. Next time! ATMOSPHERE: gorgeous new redesign. Cozy couches and booths. I'm not sure how they are keeping those white couches clean! Lol. Upscale surroundings but very casual energy. Staff is really polite and the service is pretty good, great for post-covid, honestly. Please keep this place a secret,thank you lol. read more

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Brussels sprouts was decent but the rest of the dinner wasn't and of that. Ambiance was nice though. Service was ok as well. The mussels were good, croquettes were alright, and the meatballs were tasteless. Overall, I would spend my money elsewhere. Maybe it was a bad night. read more

Lyle's - Mussels, meatballs, and croquettes. Overall ok. Not more not less. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Nothing I had here was bad tasting whatsoever. Definitely pretty pricey but I truly enjoyed my experience. Came for brunch on Sunday around 2 with a table of 6 and thankfully we didn't need a reservation. Great music for brunch over the speakers. Definitely great vibes. Just was pretty terrible when they turned it off once brunch hours were over at 3. Lol. Otherwise, inside the place was jazzy. Open kitchen were you can see the making of the food. Cons were the staff seemed pretty slow for the things that was needed. Some of us had waffles as primary meal but they didn't bring syrup until food was cold. That really sucked. But the hash browns were absolutely divine!! Also the monkey bread was made by the hands of a perfect chef cause wow! Probably the best I had. Would return earlier then later for next time read more

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next restaurant week I'm going to save up and go out and dine like a rich middle aged lady every single evening because pretending this was a normal meal for me was just too exhilarating - another hotel restaurant but actually serving up some quality - the appetizer brussel sprouts plate was absolutely huge and i just absolutely love the taste of sweet fish oil and crispy brussels. The insides of these were pretty tough though so I wish they had boiled the sprouts for a few mins before crispin the outside up - the short rib....one, that's something my tax bracket doesn't often order, two, this was the most tender juicy meat to walk this earth. - banana bread was stunning and earned the meal huge points w my gluten free companion (and everyone who couldn't even tell it was gf) - my only qualm was it did take quite a bit for the food to come out even between courses which resulted in our 7:30 reservation leaving around 10 read more

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Wish I could have tasted the food. Stayed at the Lyle went downstairs to have a bite at 10am. They tell me we're not serving rt now. We're closed from 10-11 to get ready for brunch. "So I cannot get some eggs rt now " No sorry that's our policy she says. WTF!? But you serve eggs on the brunch menu? YES And if go back upstairs and order room service, the same kitchen will cook me eggs? YES I told her that doesn't make any sense and walked out. Whoever's is managing this place should be fired. Dumbest policy I've ever heard read more

Steak and eggs were very good. Went for Sunday brunch staff food ambiance was top notch . read more

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I was staying in this hotel and never ate here but writing this review for their bar. This is a beautiful and romantic setting with a masculine mood and candlelight coziness. It was a Saturday night and went for an early nightcap. Half the restaurant is for dinning customers and the other is for drinks which included seats at the bar. The staff were prompt and it wasn't busy on the bar side. They had 6 craft beers on tap which I found is not common in DC. We in California loved our draft beers and that was hard to find out here. They featured mostly local area craft brews and some delicious cocktails. We stuck to beer and I loved their Allagash White and the pilsner. read more

Wow, gorgeous dining room and service! From start to finish this was a fantastic experience. The fritters were so delicious, as the crudo and meatballs. The chicken entree was a huge portion! So very crispy yet very juicy, amazing. The Sea bass was perfect. Our meal was so pleasant, all the servers and the table next to us was a hoot. Oh, and get the soft serve! Amazing! read more

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Girls night out at the Lyle restaurant and bar was the best idea ever. From the decor to the food to the playlist..... the playlist was literally perfect!!! I'm obsessed with the view of the kitchen and big comfy booths. You feels transported back into the roaring 20s era. For retro contemporary vibes! Super sexy lighting . Spot on service ! Ask for Alex he was great honestly the only disappointment was that I didn't book dinner sooner ! Deff a winner read more

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Wow! So much better than what it used to be, The Rigsby. This place is trendy, hip, way cool. Loved the bar- truly handcrafted drinks. Delicious scallops! Makes you feel pretty being here. Loved the n read more

Lyle's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I had a quick business trip to make in DC and drove from Charlotte. I wanted to try a wonderful place to dine at while I had time to meet up with a very good friend who also knows the GM. I made the executive decision to make reservations for dinner here; out of all the other top places in mind. Needless to say, we were not disappointed. You literally felt the warmth before entering this hotel as we were greeting by the doorman. The ambiance was beyond beautiful and chill. The entire staff gave what they were suppose to give. Their menu is very unique with twist. We started off with complimentary splash (kudos from the GM) and fresh hot bread with olive oil that was giving me vibes from Spain. We like different and decided to try the chef special: which was a watermelon soup. It was so refreshing and it tasted like a bursting chilled water version of a salad. My friend had the striped bass and I went with the lamb -- love the presentation/plating. But let's just say, her dish was waaay more flavorful and mind was more so bland. For cocktails, we went with a Cacao Manhattan and Bee's Knees... both were good and strong as they should be. For dessert, we shared the chocolate cake with the roasted marshmallows on the side. But most importantly, their music playlist selection were for the gawds. Lol once I heard Snoh Aalegra and Van Jess it was on. A special shout out to Zack and Diego for making this experience beyond comfortable and lively. Whenever I'm back in town, I will definitely keep this spot on my radar to try something new because we definitely had a great time! #HappyPrideMonth read more

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Lyle's is truly such an aesthetically pleasing dining experience that makes you feel like you're in a romantic film. The mood is set just right for the perfect date night especially with the Japanese-style lanterns & the variety of dishes were quite good as well. Now if you're more of a brunch person, Lyle's also offers a brunch experience on the weekends w/ a DJ & everything! One of the great things about Lyle's is that they offer plenty of gluten free options to accommodate all diners! This cozy restaurant has left quite the impression from hospitable hosts, delicious dishes, beautiful aesthetics & the list goes on. We started off with the "Burrata Salad" which tasted extremely fresh & the "Lamb Meatballs" had a bit of a kick due to the harissa. I decided to go with the "Pan Seared Branzino" as my entree which was on a bed of braised tomatoes, olives, caper berries & micro basil. With all of the different flavors added, it was quite tasty! My friend went with the "Short Rib" & she absolutely loved how delicious it was! If you're looking for an intimate date night, I suggest that you try this place out. If you're not up for dinner but still want to grab a few drinks, they also have a full bar! read more

Stopped in to grab breakfast on our way out and the beat juice was so fresh and tasty but the latte was no better tasting than drip coffee with steam milk. Service was rather slow, considering only two couples were dinning at the time, but it could have been that we should have just ordered room service rather than going down to get it ourselves. read more

Came here for brunch on a Saturday. The food overall was pretty good, the fried chicken was different than I expected. It isn't your usual southern style fried chicken, it has a thicker batter. The banana bread was delicious, served warm with whipped cream on it. Cocktail menu was solid. Service was quick and efficient. The menu is a bit limited but has fancier offerings. read more

Lyle's - Fried Chicken - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

There is no better place to come for a cozy, comforting meal than Lyle's, especially with their new fall menu. We came for dinner and were so impressed with every bite we had. We started with the smoked duck croquettes, charred cabbage, and burrata. Every element of each dish was in perfect harmony, and it was so hard to pick a favorite from the three! The duck croquettes were surprisingly creamy inside and perfectly crispy outside (also really liked that there were six- so often, croquettes only come with two or three pieces!), and the burrata could not have had more perfect fall flavors- the pistachios and caramelized figs were a wonderful pairing with the burrata and arugula. The charred cabbage was a real standout, and the Fresno chili relish that came with it was a surprisingly perfect complement to the cabbage. We had the sweet potato cavatelli and braised short rib entrees, as well as the roasted squash as a side. Both were filling and so delicious- and again, every element just went perfectly together. I would have never thought to pair shaved brussels sprouts and ricotta with cavatelli and lamb, but somehow it made the perfect bite. This was probably one of the best short ribs we've had in a long time, too- the risotto was just the perfect complement. The squash was a great side, too, and the coconut yogurt made for a nice balance with the sweet and savory elements of the dish. The ambiance at Lyle's is modern but cozy, with lots of plush couches and booths to share. Service was also excellent- thank you to Isaac for being such a great server and for your incredible recommendations! We would order every single thing we had again, but are already looking forward to coming back to try even more. read more

The food was enjoyable. I got the 2 eggs with hash browns, peppers and pork bacon w/sourdough bread and strawberry jam. Classic and tasty. The ambiance was calm and inviting with classic soul music playing to enjoy. The service was good our waiter was attentive at the end we had to find him to get the check but overall everything was great. We will be back. read more

Lyle's - 2eggs w/red peppers, pork bacon and sourdough bread - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Ambiance was dark and calming, very beautiful. Brussel sprouts and cauliflower were absolutely delicious. Brussels couldve been cooked a little bit more but still very good. Had the crispy pork and garlic herb fries they were not bad at all but would not get again. Service was not bad they were very busy but couldve been a bit more attentive read more

Lyle's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Food was very good and quick. Prices were not unreasonable for the location and quality. Drinks were well made. I went for brunch and got the short rib hash and brioche doughnut, while my friend got the omelet, chicken sausage, and banana bread. We both got bloody Marys. All good enough to recommend. Service was quick and accurate, despite it being busy, and servers were really nice. My only complaint is that the DJ was way too loud. For example, it was hard to hear the server and I was mostly going off of non verbal cues and some lip reading to understand what was being said. I'd suggest that the music be turned down about 30-50%, and then it would be a much, much nicer ambiance. I noticed other people requesting different seats because of the noise level. That being said, I did really like the music that was playing. read more

Overall, great experience - I grabbed dinner here on a week night and it is tucked away inside the The Lyle Hotel. It's a smaller venue but it's perfect for a chill dinner meet up or date. The service was good - very attentive and pleasant staff. Food was good but not extensive menu - I enjoyed my meal. read more

Please explain how I can buy a drink at the bar, close the tab and take my drink to my table when it's ready. However, at your 90min brunch I cannot do the same. While I kind of understand the 90min limit even post COVID ( this is still crazy as well- can we say indigestion) It still makes no sense that after being told by waiter that I could go to bar and finish the hostess takes my full paid for drink out of my hands and says I have to start a new tab at the bar????? I will never return for brunch or any other service and I will inform all other patrons of this injustice read more

We came here for restaurant week and I immediately loved the interior of this restaurant- great seating and plenty of room. From the restaurant week menu, I got the cauliflower (had a great hummus sauce), the mushroom pasta, and the chocolate mousse. The pasta was incredible, but the dessert left much to be desired. My friends got the banana bread though, and it tasted much better. The drinks were just meh, wouldn't recommend. I had the lavender bee's knees and the lavender was overpowering (soapy). Service was outstanding though! read more

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Food was pretty good, service not good, and just a word to the wise, music is played at night club sound levels, so if you are over 28 or hungover, you might want to pick another restaurant. read more

A fun, vibey brunch spot!! Food was great and really reasonably priced for a nice DC brunch spot. I had the omelette with goat cheese and added a side of bacon. My mom had the Lyle's Benedict which she loved and my dad had the breakfast sandwich. Everyone was really pleased with their food and my parents raved about the coffee too. As a dry January participant, I was also super excited to see 3 boozeless cocktails listed on the menu! I tried the boozeless Espresso Martini...looked exactly like a real espresso 'tini, but unfortunately just didn't taste great. But hey I appreciated the effort! read more

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