This is our go to spot for special occasions. And recently had a great Father's Day brunch here. $100 per person. Attentive service as always. Beautiful water view and good variety of brunch selections. read more

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Food was disappointing as were the drinks. What was supposed to be a special meal was anything but. So sad we went there for this occasion. Server was the bright spot. read more

Horrible. Violin music played at high volumes and even amplified (!) destroyed a beautiful summer evening. Food quality equivalent to high school cafeteria at high prices. You can do much better. read more

It has been almost 20 years since I visited this restaurant and I can't remember why I stayed away. Our 17-year-old requested a fancy lobster dinner and we chose sequoia for the event. The weather was perfect. The service was excellent in the food was beyond delicious. I had the cioppino, my fiancé had the spaghetti with shrimp and my dad had the Bronzino and my daughter says steak and lobster scampi . Everything was amazing. read more

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$89.95 plus tax Unlimited champagne mimosas or Bellini .... They came around to refill as often as they do water. Parking and getting here was very confusing. My main hang up was the noise it was so loud like a junior high school cafeteria at lunch time... whew I couldn't hear my table of five conversation. They had a very nice variety of food. Crab legs Sushi Oysters Clams Mussels Lobster bisque Taco bar Paella Cheesy grits Salad bar Carving station Dessert bar Cotton candy Waffles Omelets BAAACCOOOOONNN All the food was just ok. I could give it 5 stars to noisy no live music just an expensive cafeteria ... read more

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Their Sunday brunch is fulfilling and elaborate. There is such a variety of food from salad to pastas to crab cakes. In addition, they offer unlimited mimosas that are in variety of flavors. The waiters are nice and pleasant. While the decor is bright and lively. read more

One of the best brunches in the DMV. I absolutely love it every single time. The options are plenty, from seafood, omlettes and tacos, to oysters unlimited mimosas and sushi. This spot is perfect for a special occasion or when taking guest from out of town out on the town. Brunch is $90 a person but you will get your monies worth in food and views. The location is gorgeous. It sits right on the waterfront; you can dine outside during the warmer months. The only parking that ever seems available in that area of Georgetown is garage parking; on the bright side the elevator brings you straight into the restaurant. How cool! I will be revisiting this bring many times over many many times. read more

Sequoia - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is a brunch review! I've done Sundays mainly and a Saturday as well. The Saturday brunch consists of tapas and it is interesting because they have a bread/pastry plate, a shareable oyster dish, shareable shrimp cocktail and a menu with tapas that are a great portion. They do unlimited mimosas/Bellinis and keep them flowing without you having to remind them. I sat outside and enjoyed the view but some bees were interrupting us! Sunday brunch is an all you can eat buffet set up. You can still do bottomless mimosas/bellinis. The menu is expansive. The flavors are on point and who can deny having some cold crab legs at brunch? It's fun and the variety doesn't get old to me. Service was timely and efficient. It is loud in there so I wouldn't bank on this brunch location as a place for quiet and intimate moments. read more

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Any day the sun is shining and the sky is clear and blue makes for a perfect day to spend down on the water in Georgetown. Sequoia's on the waterfront offers a tapas brunch that included a variety of yummy tasty foods for the table to try and served family style meant for sharing. Not your brunch buffet as they have on Sundays, but it was plenty of food to go around. Somethings were single serve but for the most part some things were enough to share. We were celebrating our beautiful Big Sisters "last rodeo" and started out here. Our server pretty much told us she ordered everything she enjoyed and kept the small plates coming as well as the mimosas! Small plates from Bacon, eggs and potatoes- which by the way were delicious!! As well as the chicken tings tacos- these were flavorful and filling. After the taco and a few bites of the french toast, I was full! Lol but I did sample a shrimp and grits, a quesadilla and finished with the yogurt parfait. The oysters and steamed shrimp were also fresh!! And delicious. I saw some plates that also included blueberry pancakes, chicken and waffles, breakfast pastries, salads...I mean there was just so much food and everyone was happy with the selection. After dining inside, before leaving my sister and I caught up for a bit on the patio and enjoyed a couple drinks on at the bar. We ordered the blueberry mojitos and as always they were delicious!!! Sequoias is an all around forever go to in dc. Whether you're celebrating something special like a birthday, anniversary, looking to propose, a cute bachelorette shin dig, or a simple date night, GNO, whatever the occasion might be,on a nice day you can never go wrong selecting this place! HAPPY YELPING!!! read more

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We went there 5/14 for dinner. It was quite noisy near the hostess desk when we asked for a table. Fortunately we got a table for 2 at the window toward the back and less noisy. It was too chilly to dine outside but I imagine have a warm evening and getting seating along the Potomac must be amazing. Anyway we got Calamari for App and it was so good and tender. As the entree menu is limited my wife ordered GRILLED CHICKEN PAILLARD, we rarely order chicken when we go out for dinner but she loved it. I got the Salmon, it was a little dry but Good and plentiful serving and crispy skin was terrific. Waiter was OK, seemed to always be in too much of a hurry to ask for more sauce and such or even have a brief conversation. He never introduced himself not even sure of his name. Again, must be really great during warmer weather to be able to sit outside. read more

Came to Sequoia with family for restaurant week and had a great time! The space is really large and beautiful, right by the water with a great patio and great light. Despite it being a Saturday night it never got too crowded or too loud so it was the perfect place to come with family. Our service was super attentive and really great the whole time. The servers make great recommendations and do everything to make sure you have a great meal! They don't jip you for restaurant week!! We got to try a great selection of their menu for a good portion and good price. I had the ceviche to start. A little too spicy for me but tender and flavorful plus served with a large portion of chips. For my main I had the salmon which comes with mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach. The salmon was cooked perfectly. It was super super moist and very flavorful. The mashed potatoes were to die for! The spinach was fine, nothing to rave about. For dessert I had the tiramusu which was really tasty but has a weird grainy texture to it. To drink I had the sangria which was super fruity and refreshing. Overall everyone in my party enjoyed their meals and drinks and we would definitely come back! read more

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Dinner at Sequoia is approachable fine dining. From the moment we walked up via the river side entrance and encountered a smiling hostess, who opened the door and greeted us as we approached, we felt very welcome. We had a reservation for an early dinner and there was ample seating, so a reservation would not have been required; however I'm sure they are busy during peak hours and would still recommend a reservation. We were promptly seated and our servers, yes, multiple, introduced themselves and gave us time to look at the menu after discussing the daily specials and asking the type of water we prefer. We opted for sparkling water and placed our drink orders as well as requesting the bread sampler. I ordered the blossom martini to compliment the spring season and my husband ordered the smoked old fashioned, which they smoked at our table. Both cocktails were delicous. The blossom martini contains lychee, which was a perfect flavor for someone like me who doesn't typically drink martinis, but does enjoy lychee. Very light and refreshing cocktail. The bread basket is awesome by the way, and everyone who loves bread should definitely order it. Soft and warm bread....delish. For dinner we ordered the steak specials. I opted for the filet and my husband for the New York strip. Medium rare because that is the best way to eat steak. We also both ordered the crab cake upgrade. The dishes arrived fairly quickly and looked great. The important part, taste, for the steak and crab cakes were both really good. I will say the portions are generous, so come hungry. I had to take some home in a to-go box and unfortunately, was too full for dessert, but I did see the dessert ordered by a nearby couple and it also looked tasty. We'll have to comeback another time to sample their dessert and perhaps some wine or cocktails. They have fairly diverse wine and beer options and plenty of cocktail choices. Overall, Sequoia has a great menu, perfect views of the Potomac River, high quality food and very friendly and professional people on their team. George, Zach and the lady, who I apologize for not recalling her name, gave us a great dining experience and we would definitely comeback. Thank you! read more

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We were here Saturday morning, Memorial Day weekend. First we were worried that we won't find a seat, but we did. We ordered chicken and waffle, pancakes, and egg Benedict (not runny), all of it was so bad, no view would make up for it. The chicken looked like it came out of a bucket from KFC Server was not very attentive and I personally felt he was very condescending. He disappeared on us repeatedly. Coffee was ok. We order a spicy margarita that never came. I'm not sure why it is HIGHLY rated. Save yourself the trouble. DO NOT GO. Also: they add 20% tips on our bill. It is not justified if you are not party of 10 or more. read more

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My wife and I had dinner at Sequoia, we had hoped we would love the food here,but the experience was a bit of a letdown. We ate late, so they were not busy. We got seated right away. We ordered our appetizer, drinks and entrees, and noticed everyone else had bread but us. We got our appetizer, the grilled Spanish octopus, hoping the bread would come soon. The grilled octopus was a bit overdone, dry and chewy. It would have been better if a bit less cooked, but more charred. The sauce it comes in was good. Our dinner arrived, and we asked the server about the bread. He said that they don't bring bread until after you receive the dinner so as to not fill you up, and then only if you ask for it. A not so honest response to our asking for bread, he could have been honest and said they forgot to bring us some. That knocks a star off of the review. For our mains we ordered the Sea Bass, and the Scottish Salmon. The Sea Bass was OK, the Salmon was a bit overcooked and dry and under seasoned. The mashed potato the salmon came with was very good. Overall, not what we expected for nearly a $200 meal for the 2 of us. The read more

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Extremely disappointing experience at Sequoia today. Despite an almost empty restaurant inside, I was repeatedly asked if I had a reservation -- a strange posture for a venue clearly struggling with basic hospitality. Staff were disorganized, dismissive, and unprofessional at every touchpoint, from the host stand to service outside. If you value being treated with dignity and respect, look elsewhere. Sequoia appears to rely on location, not on service or substance. A shame given the beautiful waterfront setting -- but poor service is poor service, no matter the backdrop. read more

I attended this place for a wedding. It was genuinely nice as it was right on the water with large glass windows. The reception and ceremony were on the first floor while the cocktail hour was on the upper level. The staff was tremendous all night. For the cocktail hour, there were six or so pass around little plates. I was able to try the chicken tacos, quinoa salad, lamb on a stick, and ahi tuna. They were all very solid. The chicken tacos were bite size with enough filling while the quinoa salad was a changeup compared to the other offerings. The tuna was probably my favorite as it appeared very fresh, simple and tasty. To start the meal, a burrata salad was served. It was served with greens and tomatoes along with a vinaigrette dressing. It was very tasty. The burrata was creamy and bigger than I would have thought but the key was the vinaigrette dressing that brought everything together. For the main course, seabass and a filet were served with risotto. This was outstanding. Both pieces of protein were an ideal size for this type of venue. The filet was cooked to a medium rare while the seabass was cooked appropriately as well. There was light seasoning on both, but that was all that was needed. The risotto was a nice touch as well. Will I go back? I would. read more

Sequoia - Seabass & Filet - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We ended up at Sequoia's because Tony and Joes had taken their outside seating up because of pending rain. I love when what starts off as a disappointment turns into a great time. The food and the service (Ms Veronica) were outstanding. We had the corn and crab fritters, the sweet pea and corn risotto and the Bronzino. I also tried one of their frozen margaritas. Everything was delicious. How often can you say that when you go out to dinner? I'll be back to see Ms Veronica who made us feel like she had known us forever. read more

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Good service. But no yum yum sauce Check out kanki in North Carolina for that good good taste read more

Nice restaurant where you can sit indoor or outdoor for views of the Potomac River. There's a bar outside that you can sit at as well if you just want drinks. My friend made a reservation for us which I recommend because it gets busy quick, especially on a Saturday night. I got the blueberry mojito for a drink which was delicious and then the crab cake entree with the coconut basmati rice. SO delicious!! My friend got a glass of Chardonnay and the Chilean sea bass entree which she said was amazing. Our waitress was kind. Definitely recommend coming here, it's more upscale and pricier. Our bill total for the two of us plus tip & tax was $160 read more

Sequoia - crab - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I want to say that our graduation brunch here was amazing. It was all because of Isabella who set up the entire brunch but also our servers Arthur and Margarita were amazing. We had 22 people and we never wanted for anything. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous. The food is amazing and the view is to die for. We will definitely be back when we are in town from California. Thank you, Isabella. Your personality is contagious and beautiful! read more

Sequoia - Group table shot - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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There was work being done in the Plaza so getting to the restaurant with a stroller proved to be challenging. Once inside there is an elevator. The view is wonderful and makes for a great backdrop for your dining experience. On a good weather day an outside table would be picture perfect. The food was good and offered a nice variety. I would return for their brunch menu. read more

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Great spot for lunch or dinner, outside balcony looking out on Potomac River is great.

Such a wonderful experience! Beautiful setting and attentive service. Our food was delicious. The lobster/shrimp salad was perfectly prepared. My husband had the special which was dungess crab with basmati seasoned rice with a delicious sauce. It was plated from the shell at the table. Both meals were very filling. Would highly recommend. read more

Very elegant and huge, sequoia was like a ambiance it self the view was great , even though we sat inside and it was late the place was really nice . The outside you can see boats go bye and drop off people to the dock. The staff was amazing i wish i knew the two people who helped us but i don't remember. They were so helpful and accommodating to us. Food over all i give a good 8/10 check out my photos below. read more

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Went out for lunch with my wife. The atmosphere was awesome, and the host was very polite and well-mannered. The food was great, and our server was friendly. However, I won't be returning. Charging for refills on iced tea is unacceptable. It's regular iced tea--just like coffee, it's standard to offer free refills at restaurants. $5 per refill. For a place with this kind of reputation and vision, I expected better. read more

The view is lovely and the food was very good, but the service was horrible. Hardly saw our waitress. Our food took a long time And when it did come we had to ask about our drink order which took forever. The coffee was lukewarm at best. read more

I Absolutely love the brunch and their customer service. A bit pricey but worth it. Garage parking is available

Ask for Veronica to serve you! She made our night so fun and helped personalize our orders perfectly. Def will come back again.

The food was really good! Service was very nice. Wouldn't let you bring balloons in for a birthday which was a bummer since we were there for a birthday. Lots of birthdays happening. Nice view! read more

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This place in Georgetown has such beautiful water view. The glass windows make the ambiance unbearable - perfect for dates or gathering with friends. We went around Christmas time, so the decor was very festive. The food was good - very well seasoned. The service was fine but brunch time was a bit busy so it was hard to get waiters attention. read more

Rachelle and the patio bartender CA were amazing!! They are the MVPs! They went above

This is my all time favorite brunch spot! The selection of food is awesome! From the salad bar, seafood station, sushi station, crab cake station! Let's not forget the unlimited mimosas! You will not be disappointed! And it sits on the water in which is always my favorite place to be especially when dining! read more

Courteous staff who try to really engage with their tables. A good vibe. Food has such variety. Paella, oysters (just okay), crab legs, desserts, dumplings, traditional breakfast foods, salads... milkshakes (freshly made).... Just go already!! read more

We came for Saturday brunch and it was perfect! The food and drinks were never ending for 2 hours. Our waiter was very accommodating, I don't eat meat and recommended things for me to eat and was able to take the meat products out for my courses. Eating outside was nice even with the sun out because of the multiple umbrellas. read more

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I don't know why this place doesn't have a higher rating. I came here for my birthday brunch. The first plus is the location. I love this waterfront area of Georgetown, and the inside is decorated beautifully! There was an incredible variety of food. The seafood was outstanding! Customer service was very good. The staff made sure our glasses stayed full. I want to come back and bring my husband and kids! read more

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Excellent brunch selections! I will admit that it can be a little on the pricey side for some people, but when you look at the food selections, it's definitely worth the price. There are the basic breakfast staples (eggs, bacon, grits, etc) as well as a very respectable seafood selection (snow crab legs, mussels, clams on the half shell). The service was outstanding. The house mimosa is included in the buffet and my glass NEVER got below half empty. The staff made sure that beverages and water stayed topped off and that empty plates were promptly removed from the table. We went on a somewhat brisk Sunday morning during the cherry blossom bloom, so we opted for indoor seating. The indoor seating area is very bright, very well lit. Reservations are highly recommended, as the place seemed to fill up quickly. Additionally, be aware that there is a two hour dining period per person. read more

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I've head about Sequoia for years and finally made it. The weather was almost 70 degrees so I sat outside on the patio. I started my Sunday brunch with a waffle, crab cake, and breakfast potatoes...it was soooo good! The waffle had the perfect texture, the breakfast potatoes were seasoned well, and crab cake was yummy. The star of the show was the seafood paella. My GAWD it was good. More sweet than savory and I Loved it! I had a whole plate of it alone. My server was Rosalyn and she was such a sweetheart. Sis made sure my cousins request for strawberry lemonade in a flute was fulfilled. I would totally come back when I want a nice brunch to enjoy along the Potomac. read more

Sequoia - Belgian Waffle, Crab Cake, Breakfast Potatoes - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

A Friday evening show at the Kennedy Center required an equally memorable pre-show meal. McDreamy reserved a table for us at 5pm so we'd have plenty of time to enjoy the meal...and enjoy it we did. The service was attentive and comfortable; Veronica was cheerful and very personable. She checked in with us at the beginning of each course and then let us simply enjoy our meal and conversation. We really appreciated having her manage our table. We started dinner with well-crafted mixed drinks that were tasty, not heavy pours of liquor. McDreamy chose the New England clam chowder and I chose the orchard salad to start our meal. The salad was a reasonable size for a starter but very hearty all the same. It was a healthy mix of greens, squash and wild rice with a light dressing that I frankly could have made a meal of had I added a protein. McDreamy liked his chowder so much that I could barely tell there had ever been chowder in the bowl when he'd finished. The restaurant was offering a steak special served with fingerling potatoes and asparagus, which is exactly what McDreamy chose for his main. It arrived cooked to a perfect medium and, although it would have been way too much meat and potatoes for me, McDreamy ate all of it. I chose the miso sea bass paired with mashed potatoes and asparagus. It was absolutely delightful. The fish was melt in my mouth delicious and the sides and sauce were excellent accompaniments. I loved every bite. To end our meal, we both ordered coffees - Irish for him, fancy espresso drink for me - and we shared the crème brûlée. I could eat that dessert every day and not regret it. It was light, not overly sweet, and a wonderful way to end the meal with our warm drinks. The only downside of the experience was the emptiness of the restaurant. We admittedly arrived early for an early bird time slot and the host graciously seated us as the team was finishing their set up. But only two other tables were sat during the hour and a half while we dined. Granted, it was quite intimate and nice to not have to yell over the voices of other diners. There was also the fact that it was a holiday week and the weather forecast threatened snow in DC, which could have kept the hordes away. But we kept waiting for the other shoe to drop. Surprise! Nobody is here because 'name the restaurant tragedy of your choice.' But nothing bad happened. The only tragedy was how few people were there to experience an amazing meal. With all that said, we will definitely return for our next pre-show dinner. The proximity to the theater alone is a huge benefit. Add the opportunity to enjoy another delicious meal with impeccable service and it would simply be foolish to dine elsewhere. read more

I've loved this place for over 20 years and the food service ambiance has been consistently outstanding. I swear there's no other place in DC I'd rather be on a Sunday for brunch than this place. Make it your business if you haven't already go. And if you're lucky catch them for a holiday or happy hour you won't be disappointed read more

Fantastic Sunday Brunch! We were going to a matinee at the Kennedy Center and stopped here first for brunch. There are so many other photos featuring entrees so I'm going to focus on what we thought was fantastic. Don't miss the crab cakes; lumpy, succulent and served with a nice (but not overpowering) Aioli. Pork Dumplings rivaled some of the best Asian kitchens. Carving station prime rib serving was more than adequate and juicy tender. Fried Chicken and ribs were savory without the ribs being overly sweet. Crab legs and oysters were sweet, with the legs being very nice size. My wife had pasta from the pasta bar where they placed the cooked pasta inside a wheel of cheese to raise that game up a bit. The buffet comes with bottomless champagne/mimosas. Veronica, our waitress was funny, fantastic and a gem. Special occasions--this is a must! read more