The wait staff made this experience AMAZING!!!! Shout out to our personal person, DENALI!!! She knew the menu inside out...the drinks, appetizers, entrees, desserts...she knew it all!!! We were a table of 4...Denali handled everythibg wit a smile and class. She was courteous, available, prompt, helpful....simply AMAZING. She was there when we needed her each time. Didn't confuse any of the orders either. The food was really good. Shout out to the biscuits and (omg) the devilled eggs---a MUST!!!! We will be back!!!! read more

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One of our favorite local spots, great cozy vibes with a classic DC vibe. Highly recommend the biscuits and pimento cheese.

St. Anselm offers a brunch, lunch, midday, and a dinner menu, with desserts and a beverage list. We came here for dinner, and we ordered: +Buttermilk Biscuits - with pimento cheese; don't forget to ask for a side of honey, too; biscuits were flakey +Blue Crab Deviled Eggs - just regular deviled eggs with some added crab; these were forgettable +Chicken Liver Mousse - with blueberry jelly; if you're a chicken liver person, you'll like that this was decadent in flavors +the Waldorf salad - with almonds, chicken cracklings, and buttermilk dressing +the Endive salad - with walnuts, smoked bleu cheese, and an anchovy vinaigrette +a Mushroom Toast - with madeira butter and clothbound cheddar For the mains, we tried: +the Wagyu Skirt Steak - this was well prepared and properly cooked +the 16 oz Ribeye - flavorful and juicy +Crispy Fingerling Potatoes - these were more like 'smashed' versions; they were crispy, but were super bland +Creamy Spinach +Brussels Sprouts - with walnut caesar +Grilled Corn on the Cob Portions were generous and easily shareable! Staff were friendly. The restaurant itself has a rustic look, with wooden details and iron-like beams, and dimly lit. Definitely a nice ambiance. +shareable plates +properly cooked proteins +friendly service read more

If you're in the Union Market area of DC, you have to snag a reservation at St. Anselm! The vibes? Immaculate. The food? Absolutely chef's kiss ‍ The menu is a little more eclectic than your classic steakhouse, so I was slightly hesitant before booking... but wow, SO happy we did! The biscuits are non-negotiable starter; the Butcher's Steak totally lives up to the hype; & the mashed potatoes are UNREAL. Would def come back! read more

I went to St Anselm for my birthday celebration with my wife this past weekend. We had a phenomenal experience, the staff was the most kind and considerate. Our server was super accommodating and helpful. The ambiance in the restaurant is also very nice. They have so many great food options, I got the oysters, Butchers steak and a carrot cake for dessert. I'd definitely recommend! read more

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Updated review for brunch. Brunch is a lot less fancy than dinner, but the food is still good and would get a 4 star rating from me. Went with a big party for brunch and was seated quickly and had good service. The best selection at the table were the steak and eggs, which come with a butcher's cut of steak (usually the hanger steak) fingerling potatoes that were seasoned perfectly, and a side of eggs for $24. Cannot beat that quality and price. The biscuits are another must have, as they are buttery, soft in the middle, crusty on the outside, and almost croissant like. Served with pimento it was delicious although a honey butter would have elevated the experienced. What really takes it down a notch is that for a nice place like st anselm's I was really turned off by the ketchup packets and packaged butter the food came with. If you're paying $20+ for food, at least have it in small containers rather than having to tear each packet apart. read more

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I rate our experience a 5+. We came on a Saturday to celebrate mainly my daughter's birthday. It was both mine and my mom's within a week, so we were able to claim birthdays too! We started off with the biscuits with pimento cheese. The biscuits were great and the pimento cheese was good -- a tad bit salty. The deviled eggs were perfectly prepared and topped with fresh crab meat. We shared the smashed potatoes, grilled broccoli, salmon collar, Denver omelet, burger, and NY strip steak all were just good. The ice cream cake and the chocolate cake are superb and again perfectly prepared. The best of all was the service and the atmosphere. Our server was patient, humorous, attentive, and friendly. You ever think about how the service and the vibe can make or make your dining experience? This one was well worth it and of course another try. Thanks for making our day. read more

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Still a great staple in DC whether it's brunch or dinner. Everything on the menu is GOOD from the $11 NY style breakfast bodega sandwich with Bacon, Egg/Cheese to the Steak & Eggs, Biscuits and Prawns for dinner. Pros - Food is amazing! - Top picks Breakfast Sandwich, Steak & Eggs, Prawns, Biscuits - Delicious Irish Coffee with Jameson - Excellent customer service read more

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First time trying this place and it made a pretty good first impression. First, parking. If you come early enough you could get parking in front of the restaurant but if not, there's ample street parking and it's fairly close outside Union Market parking garage. Once you're inside, it definitely gives good first date vibes. My friend and I were seated upon arrival and the waitress was very nice. She recommended the buttermilk biscuits. Lwhich rightfully so, have to be the best biscuits from any restaurant I've ever eaten at.. full stop. They come with pimiento cheese but even without the spread, the biscuits are phenomenal. I ordered a NY Strip and my friend got ribeye. We ordered pan fried mashed potatoes and creamed spinach. The spinach was delicious and the mashed potatoes were good too (cooked in bacon fat). I thought the food was good but not great but I'd definitely come back again for those biscuits alone! read more

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Yelp fam!!!!! I'm just slid into 2023 with some amazing food experiences I can't wait to share with you. First off I'm really upset I just found out about St. Anselm... Because this was one of the best meals I've ever had. My wife & I were genuinely filled with joy after this meal. First off St. Anselm is a very chill spot or kind of reminded me of a Classy lodge , lots of wood furniture, antlers on the wall, etc The real spill The order- Old fashioned - well made Salmon Collar Appetizer! Wow this was a simple but amazing dish. I've never had it but now I crave it lol, but for real though. 16oz Ribeye- 5/5 great cut of steak seasoned quite well Potato salad with salmon Amazing , tasty Creamed spinach A classic done well Dessert Ice Cream Cake! This is my favorite dessert I've had in a long time. In a world of endless lava cakes this ICC was Delicious. Overall this was one of the best meals I've had in DC. Check this spot out!!! read more

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Great for Brunch!! Lost a star for excess table wait even with reservation and server never updated us on our order for Monkey bread which they ran out. She also got my order wrong twice when I was very very specific with my request. Overall great food and location read more

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This place is amazing!The biscuits are a must try. They are flakey and buttery and some of the best biscuits I've had. The croquette was also delicious and had the perfect amount of meat. The sauce that came with the croquette is probably what puts it at a high spot or croquettes I've had so far. Steak was cooked to perfection -and cut like butter. The salmon collar is very flavorful and buttery but be warned there are a lot of little bones to pick out. It makes sense it's the salmon neck but it's one of the tastiest parts of the fish and there's a lot of fish to eat on it. We were pleasantly surprised! And the portions are rather filling. Drinks are good but strong. The service was wonderful. Our waiter was a delight and very kind. The overall vibe feels rustic but elevated. read more

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St. Anselm was a delightful experience! The food was delicious, the ambiance elevated but not in your face and the service was great! I was at St. Anselm for a work party and had a little bit of everything and it was all very very good. Highly recommend coming here for a steak and a dirty martini. And definitely try the biscuits!! read more

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Family was in town over the holiday weekend so we decided to come here for brunch. This restaurant set up quite an impressive outdoor dining arrangements. They built private dining nooks with fans and even heating capabilities, an absolutely plus for dining our safely during the Covid pandemic. We were seated rather quickly, our request to dine in a nook vs a traditional table was obliged. For drinks we had two classic mimosas and two Irish coffees. The Irish coffee was solid, perfectly balanced. The mimosas had a perfect ratio of juice and champagne. For starters we enjoyed the deviled eggs. I was impressed with the flavor of the yolk mixture, adequately season and not bland at all. The fresh crab was a nice touch, good portion. We also split the chocolate chip pancake as well. Butter was between each soft and moist layer. It was a littttttle too much chocolate for me so I probably wouldn't order again, but do recommend for those with a sweet tooth. The burger was absolutely perfect. Flavor explosion. The French fries were deliciously crispy. I'm absolutely more of a fan of brunch than dinner at the point, definitely recommend and would return. read more

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St. Anselm has been on the DC bucket list for quite a while, and it absolutely exceeded all expectations. The atmosphere was moody, but still had the feel of a classic American steakhouse, with warm wood walls and vintage portraits of American presidents and generals. We started with the buttermilk biscuits, which were the best biscuits I've ever had. Oozing with butter, they paired perfectly with the tangy and decadent pimento cheese. For our mains, we tried the pork porterhouse and the ribeye. If you get one thing here, you must try a steak. The ribeye was melt in your mouth tender, with a seasoned crust that I still dream about. The pork chop was good, but a little dry. However, I really enjoyed the accompaniment of the pickles and mustard. For sides, we got the broccoli and the pan fried mashed potatoes. The mashed potatoes are a must order. They were crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. The service was very good. We didn't feel rushed and were able to take our time with the meal. To drink, I recommend the XXX Dirty Martini. It was crisp and refreshing, a perfect counter to a rich and heavy meal. Overall, I heavily recommend St. Anselm for a date night or special occasion, this meal was a treat! read more

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By far, our favorite steakhouse in Washington DC. This iconic Brooklyn outpost is fun and upbeat, not stuffy and old. It's got upbeat music and Americana decor. All of the food is incredible. Don't missed include the Biscuits (we normally take two home), the Cucumber Salad and of course the steaks. Skip the Ax Handle Ribeye as those are normally a horrendous value and get a regular New York Strip. Grab drinks before or after around the corner at one of the venues in La Cosecha. read more

5 STARRs. The review writes itself. I dare you to show me a bad Starr restaurant. Ok; not everything was a smashing success but this is about as good as you can expect for dining out. As everyone says, you HAVE to get the biscuits with pimento cheese. DO NOT get the half portion. It's like $4 cheaper. Get the full version and take it to go. I wish someone told me this. Deviled Eggs - Good! Oysters - OK (wouldn't get again) Butchers Cut - Good! Salmon - Good! Creamy Spinach - OK (probably the best side but just OK) Vibes are immaculate. Honestly, I don't know what that means but the 26 year old influencer next to us said it so I believe it. OH, if you sit at the expo counter it's great for the eye candy but it's a real life inferno. read more

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We found this place when planning our trip to DC. It had good reviews and looked like a cool spot to visit. The restaurant itself is dimly lit and has super cool decor. It has an intimate yet casual vibe. The food was amazing. Upon glance at the menu, I was a little disappointed with such few choices but was pleasantly surprised at how delicious everything tasted. We ordered ourselves a small buffet for the table. Haha. For starters, we went with the biscuits and pimento cheese, blue crab deviled eggs, and oysters. They all were uniquely prepared and flavorful. I can't rave enough about the oysters. I'm not a huge fan, but they heat them a little to melt the butter and omg... ahhh-mazing. Entree, I had the chicken, and we all shared the wagyu steak. The sides are family style. We had the Brussels, fried mashed potatoes, corn on the cobb, and fingerling potatoes. We were seated right away with having a reservation. Our server was nice but a little bizarre. The place is loud. He would come to our table to shout recommendations and explain things, then we would look up, and he would be gone. A little Houdini act on us. Haha. Happened every time he approached the table. He did not wait for follow-up questions or to see if we were okay. read more

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I stopped by for a family event after making a reservation and my experience was very much so "meh". A couple of members of my party arrived before the rest of us and apparently they and the host get into a back and forth over the the size of the party of the reservation. I don't know why anyone would argue with two seasoned people over the party size (and the especially when the reservation was made 15 minutes after the restaurant opens) but hey. After I arrive the host confirms the correct party size (5 and not 4). After we sit at our table our sever takes our drink orders and appetizer orders. We order their crab deviled eggs, oysters and pimento biscuits. Now I don't eat shellfish, however everyone at the table said that the deviled eggs and oysters weren't anything special (3/5). The biscuits were a true 5/5 and the best thing that we had all night. After talking and indulging in our appetizers our sever comes to take the orders for our entrees. I opt to split the ax handle ribeye with a family member as it's too much for one person. To my surprise the server tells us that it'll at least take an hour to cook the steak. Now I'm not one who minds waiting for their food, however at this point we had already been there for over an hour and I for one wasn't going to hold up everyone else for a steak that may or may not be delicious. After hearing the devastating news I opt for the wagyu skirt steak (medium rare). Although, I feel like either the servers should mention this lengthy wait time sooner in the meal, or it should be mentioned somewhere on the menu. Our entrees arrive quick enough with our sides; creamed spinach (4/5) and pan fried mashed potatoes (3/5). I had decent hopes for the wagyu steak, however time provided me wrong and proved the steak to be a 2/5. The flavor was lacking, some portions were on the stringy side and the steak was cooked rare even though though I asked for medium rare. They had also cooked two other members of my party steaks wrong. I ultimately asked the server if they could cook it to the correct temperature, however it still wasn't right. Overall, I may come back again but it definitely won't be for any steak. Side note: they also need to work on getting sharper steak knives as many people in my party had a hard time cutting their steaks due to the dullness of the knives. read more

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I've been going to this place since they opened. They have grown to a thriving restaurant. I recently stopped by to place a takeaway order. After trying to place the order virtually or over the phone I was told I have to show up in order to place the order and then wait for the order. They should really fix this. After specifying add-ons four the order, they were not in the order when I retrieved the package. When I asked for jam and butter for the biscuits, the manager seemed tasked with the request. The biscuits and the manager seemed salty. read more

Super cute place, spacious and fun! Had dinner here with some friends on a Friday night. We made reservations for 630pm and was seated inside at one of their booths. We started off with biscuits, cooked Oysters, deviled eggs, and giant prawn as our appetizers. The biscuits are a must order item. They're fresh and warm, and comes with a side of polenta spread. Every bite melts in your mouth. The Oysters were good and had a nice flavor. You couldn't "taste" the sea. Both the prawn and deviled eggs were pretty standard. A bit boring and standard in taste. I had the steak as my main course, along with a side of broccoli and baked potatoes. Steak was medium and full of flavor in every bite. The broccoli was just okay, and worked as a side going along with something that had more flavor. The baked potatoes are much like fries, seasoned with herbs. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, but i still recommend making a reservation. They have some great large, private booth areas outside to accommodate guests during the pandemic. I sure hope they get to keep it all up for a while. Parking can be tough in the area on busy nights and weekends, but the Union Market parking lot should work. Service was fast and friendly. read more

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Such a fun place. Food was fantastic and vibe were great. Service was a little slow, took a while for someone to take our orders but food came quickly. read more

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We had dinner there for my fiancés birthday. The setting is intimate and the lights are dim, which we loved. They have a binder size list of wines and a sommelier available if you have any questions on pairings, etc. Our waiter Brandon knew the menu really well he made some great suggestions and we went with the salmon collar and 2 biscuits to start both were buttery and savory. They add pimento cheese on the side of the biscuits order so beware because there is a charge for it even if you didn't request or use it. For dinner he had the wagu and I had the prime rib, for sides we shared the brussles which I definitely would get again, the creamy spinach which was average and the mashed potatoes which are pan seared and a must have! We have leftovers for days and no regrets! We had to leave room for some birthday desert and went with the ice cream cake. Also a win! read more

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I recommend this place. It's hip and bustling. Mike was a fun attentive server. The star of the show is the Buttermilk Biscuits. We also ordered the Butcher's Steak, NY Strip, and Creamy Spinach. Food was good, came out quickly, and was tasty. Nothing to complain about. Try it! read more

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Wow. Came here for brunch and everything was great. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Service was friendly and fast. If I lived here, I would come back for dinner. Biscuits - must get. Fluffy and dense. Pimento cheese spread was yummy. Blue crab deviled eggs - brings together seafood and eggs. I never order deviled eggs at restaurants. Always feel like they're overpriced, but would order these again. Steak & eggs - steak cooked perfectly to medium. Eggs firm but runny yolk. Potatoes we're crispy as heck. Gin cocktail and Vodka cocktail are great if you want something light and fruity. These were perfect for our slight hangover. About $100 for the two of us with what we ordered. We're walking away with 3 biscuits to eat later and some potatoes. You can pay for the check by phone. No need to wait for them to return with your card. If you haven't come here yet, you're missing out. read more

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Outstanding steak house. Great decor. Urban warehouse feel but classy. Had a couple of old fashions which were excellent and then we went straight to steaks. You cannot beat the ribeye. No need for salt and pepper. Seasoned perfectly cooked to perfection. Excellent wine list inexpensive to extremely expensive. Be sure to talk to the sommelier Megan. She knows her stuff. I get that Definitely will be a return trip. read more

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Go. For. The. Biscuits. Immediately! LOL This restaurant is located on the side street right beside Union Market and it definitely did not disappoint! I ventured here on a Saturday afternoon. The weather was gorgeous so there was a huge crowd. Finding parking was difficult so take your patience with you! The Union Market parking lot was full so I had to circle around the area a few times to catch a space. The food was absolutely delicious! The flavors of the food are very unique. I ordered the whole branzino, collard greens, and potato salad. The branzino was so fresh and had a dill sauce that was delicious! The collard greens were good, but not traditional. There was a peanut crumble topping on the top. I liked it but keep this in mind if you want basic greens. The potato salad had grilled trout in it which was also a delicious spin on a classic dish. Honestly I was so impressed by the flavors! Service was great. I definitely plan to return! read more

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I've been to St Anselm a handful of times, during both brunch and dinner service. I can say without a doubt, this is one of the best places for a steak dinner in DC. I've only had not-great service here once, recently when we went for brunch. But to be clear, it was mostly my fault - I requested to sit in an area outside no other tables were at. I definitely threw off the hostess with the request and it's clear no server thought we were in their section. After a few minutes a manager came over a apologized - then told us our drinks or desserts would be on the house to make up for the inconvenience. I thought that was a more than thoughtful way to admit the mistake and make up for it. After that point, our service was perfect - we never had an empty drink or an unaddressed need. In fact, I only mention this to say that this restaurant takes service really seriously, and I think it speaks volumes to see how a restaurant and staff handle making a mistake. This is the only hiccup we've had here and it was addressed well and I think that deserves praise. Anyway - on to the food & drinks. This is a wine lovers dream spot. At dinner service, there is a sommelier on staff who can recommend a wine from their extensive list. They have a small beer selection, but you're not coming here for beers! They also maintain a nice seasonal cocktail list, which is carefully curated to showcase seasonal flavors. I really enjoyed the bottle a sommelier picked for us last time we were at the dinner service. We told him that we liked a full bodied red, and he delivered on that. We have also always been happy with the cocktails, they always have a nice flavor and you can tell they are strong without the flavor being compromised. The steaks here are amazing. Always a great cut and quality of meat, and always cooked perfectly. The sides can be shared or be eaten by folks individually. The brunch steak that comes with the Steak and Eggs is a great cut, but smaller portion size. The eggs are always cooked perfectly as well. We have had their biscuits every time we visit - they're fresh and fluffy with a nice crunch on the outside. One of the stand out brunch items is the monkey bread - it's out of this world. The breakfast potatoes are also top tier. They are soft and pillowy inside but with a delicious crunchy outside. This is one of my go to spots when I'm taking folks to dinner from out of town. Its an all around great spot! read more

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It was my first time at St. Anselm and it was a lovely evening. We were seated right away and our server was fantastic. We shared the baby iceberg salad and a half order of biscuits to start. We wanted to try a few different steaks so we ordered the butcher's steak and the wagyu skirt steak. The skirt steak was one of the most flavorful steaks I've had. Cocktails were great and they have a very impressive wine list. The vibe was good.....it felt like a vibrant bistro. I'd definitely go back again. read more

St. Anselm - Baby iceberg salad with a half order of biscuits. - Steakhouses Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great place with classic decor and american food! We went for brunch and had the pimento biscuit for starter then for mains we had the pit beef sandwich and chicken sandwich with a side of crispy fingerling potatoes. The biscuits are SO good! Very fluffy and flaky, the pimento cheese on the side is the perfect spread for it too. The one thing about these biscuits is that they are very filling. They came with 4 biscuits and I had 1.5 and felt so full at the end of it. Thus I only had a little of the pit beef sandwich but it was both really good at the restaurant and also when I had it the next day for leftovers! The chicken sandwich was ok, I would skip this. The crispy fingerling potatoes were on the thicker side like a potato wedge, next time I would skip this as well as we had more than enough food just by splitting the biscuits. read more

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This is my new favorite steakhouse - Totally cool, completely unpretentious, and incredibly delicious dinner at St. Anselm. Parking can be a bit tricky so show up a bit early to find a spot. Service was prompt and friendly. Decor is warm and inviting - kind of feels like you're in the wood paneled living room of your uncle's mountain lodge. Only downside is that the wines by the glass are way too expensive (3 glasses of average quality wine were $75). We started with the beets and ricotta - let me start by saying that I HATE beets - but this dish worked. The crispy charred bread brought out the smokiness in the beets and the creamy richness of the ricotta added a layer of texture and flavor that we all loved. The biscuits would've been great on their own but the house made pimento cheese took it to another level. Although it was insanely delicious I will say it was heavy and the portions were enormous. We took the leftovers home, but I'd take half a serving for half the price. The steaks. The STEAKS! My wife and eldest son had the NY strip. My youngest son had the butchers cut (hanger steak), and I had the prime ribeye. I'd heard that all the grilled meats were amazing here, but we really wanted steak. They were all cooked to perfection and were appropriately seasoned. My ribeye was one of the top 5 steaks I've had in my life, just insanely good. What really put things over the top were the sides. The collard greens were the best I've ever had and probably the best I ever will have. They were perfectly braised, packed with umami from the pork fat, a sweetness and nice crunch from the peanut crumble on top. The okra was also the best I've ever had. Not as slimey as I'm used to Okra being with a spicy sauce. The fried mashed potatoes were a bit of a throw away for me though - they lacked flavor and were dry. We finished with the ice cream cake which was pretty good, but nothing spectacular. The prices are reasonable (especially for how much food you get) outside of the wine. With tip the 2 apps, 4 steaks, 3 sides, 1 dessert, and 3 glasses of wine came in at $400. Overall, this is one of the best steakhouses I've been to, and it's nice not feeling like I'm in an old man's den because of the hip vibe. read more

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Our waitress was awesome. The food and drinks were very good, too. The kampachi crudo might've been my favorite. I would definitely go again

The service and the staff were super friendly and helpful; especially when it comes to making recommendations about food. The menu is one page with six to seven steak options, a fish and a vegetarian option. Like all steakhouses, the menu is a la carte with side dishes to choose from. Selected wines and beers were on the back, however they do offer an extensive wine, beer and spirits menu upon being seated. We started out with the country biscuits and pimento cheese. The cheese comes on the side as a spread but I don't care for it. The biscuits were good without it. For dinner, my friend and I both did the NY Strip; I opted for to garlic butter with it but the sauce that comes with it was good and went better with it. Chosen sides were broccoli and potatoes. The potatoes didn't look how we thought; they were in the shape of a pot pie, but he thought they were fine. The inside is cozy but they make the most of the space with a lot of bench seating with small tables (similar to Cheesecake Factory), small tables and booths along the back wall and a large bar. The decor was ..... different. It definitely gave the vibe of being in rural West Virginia. Not my cup of tea, but the food and service are worth a return trip. read more

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I was close to giving this place a 5 star rating. This is an amazing nice restaurant in Union Market. I took my family here for brunch and 99.9% of the meal was absolutely outstanding. The booths are so comfortable and private for a nice romantic or private dinner experience with family or friends. I had read amazing reviews about their steaks and my husband was looking forward to it, but the steak which is one of the plates they're known for was a bust (unfortunately). However, based on everyone's reviews I assume it was an out of the ordinary experience. My family loved everything else so much that we decided we're going back soon and we plan to give the steak another try (hopefully soon). Everything else besides the steak was amazing. The biscuits were a hit with my son! If you're looking for a new spot to try in DC/Union Market area this is the place The portobello mushroom sandwich was outstanding Yuuuum! read more

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Decided to stop in union market area for brunch. Overall, the food and service were good. I like the aesthetic if the restaurant. The exposed brick, wood, and open kitchen make it a very homey feel. I however did it like the taste of the martini. It was a very unfamiliar taste with the inclusion of the dried substance around the glass. I swapped it out for a mimosa. read more

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This was my second time coming back! Came here with a group. We each got a different entrees but had a little sample of each dish to taste! Wine: Maurer Oszkar Babba - I'm a big fan of orange wine so you know we had to get a bottle. My past experience we had a really good experience with the sommelier and the orange wine they had in stock (Hoof & Lur) Appetizers: Fried Okra - Very well charred without tasting burnt at all. Good seasoning. Highly recommend Salad - standard salad with blue cheese and bacon. Beef Tartare - Flavorful, well put together! Pan fried mash potatoes - I almost didnt try this thinking it was just your generic mash potatoes, but this one is definitely different in a good way! Buttery and def has a good texture to it. Blue crab deviled eggs - it's not bad. I do love blue crabs but i'd probably wouldnt order it again. Value to cost is eh. Entrees: Butcher's Steak - I had mine cooked medium rare. The steak was great. It's definitely seasoned well. It's not the best steak I ever had but it's very good for its value. Salmon Collar - this thing is massive! We had this the last time and I believe it lasted us two meals later! Very tasty as well. Branzino - really good! I'd recommend it as a family style dish though! Overall: They say usually your second experience at a restaurant is never as glam as your first time, but this was certainly not the case. Good food, great value. I'd recommend getting the butcher's steak and fried okra. (And of course orange wine!) read more

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The food here is absolutely delicious! Every dish we tried was bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. The food and service quality was truly exceptional, I can't wait to come back. read more

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TL;DR: 3.5 stars - Solid steakhouse. Service is great and attentive. BISCUITS.SO.GOOD. Sides were better than entrees SEATING: ~Tons of indoor and outdoor seating SERVICE: ~Service was great! Very attentive and informative and friendly FOOD: ~Buttermilk Biscuits (20/5): So good.. Didn't even need the pimento cheese, imo. Hands down the best biscuits I have ever had. So light and flaky ~Baby Iceberg Salad (3.5/5): Surprisingly so yummy! The egg salad on top was so good. Bacon was a little overcooked though ~Oysters with Herb Butter (3.5/5): Baked oysters. Decent but nothing spectacular ~Whole Branzino (4/5): Cooked well and very soft. Good citrus flavor from the sauce ~Prime Ribeye (3.5/5): Nicely cooked to temp, not too chewy and tender enough ~Pan fried mashed potatoes (5/5): Interesting side, but so good! The bits of crispiness from the pan fry made it extra good ~Crispy Smashed Potatoes (5/5): So crispy and packed with flavor. Came with a yummy dipping sauce too Overall, I would come back here for the biscuits alone. read more

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St. Anselm has become one of my favorite restaurants in DC over the years. I even had my most recent birthday dinner here! I've never been disappointed by a single thing I've ordered. If you've heard the hype about the biscuits, just know that it's ALL real. If you have ever eaten a biscuit in your life and enjoyed it, you're morally obligated to order the biscuits here. Their dirty martini is fabulous! It's even the first place I tried a dirty martini which has been a blessing and a curse because many others pale in comparison. Other highlights on the menu: the fingerling potatoes, the grilled oysters, blue crab deviled eggs, and the salmon collar! I know it's a steakhouse but I've only had steak once here. As expected, it was delicious but I do love the small plates a little more. It's decorated like a hunting lodge and has some very strange decor pieces, but I like the weirdness. The service is also excellent! I like to recommend this spot for people driving into DC because there's ample parking but it still also has a slice of "city life" in the form of Union Market if people want somewhere to walk around before/after. read more

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Food - 4.5 Drinks 3 (price and some premade) Service and atmosphere - 4 Food was increíble. The biscuits were our favorite. Don't even need the pimento cheese. Soft and flaky 4 large biscuits come on a cast iron skillet absolutely amazing. Bacon was ok. Good size decent flavor m Bobo chicken was ssooooo juicy and tender. We split this with the pan fried potatoes which was good but not work $12 for a small side Overall great experience. Definitely in the pricey end but food is worth is. Drinks are pretty expensive (also kinda normal for a Dc weekend though). Place was crowded but we scored a seat at the bar. Highly recommend a reso for a party of anything more than 2 read more

St. Anselm - Pan fried potatoes side ($12) and bobo chicken ($29) - Steakhouses Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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