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3.6 (1.2k reviews)
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Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Anne C.

I love stopping into The Diner for a quick sit down breakfast. My favorite is the Royal which gives you a little bit of everything. Service is good, staff is friendly and they have a great selection of choices

Jennifer V.

THE DINER HAS THE BEST STEAK AND EGGS IN THE GAME!!! The service is always IMMACULATE! The people truly want to make sure you have a good experience. Their milkshakes are amazing and they also give you the metal cup they make the milkshakes in, so you essentially have TWO milkshakes. My typical order when I'm not ballin out on some steak and eggs: Hashbrown square (more surface area for maximum crisppppp), onion rings (smaller, so they have the perfect onion to fried ratio), chicken sausage, and grits. You read that right this southern lady approves these grits!! Have I mentioned enough how great the service is??

Vegetable Omelet
Jeremy G.

The Diner in Adams Morgan is exactly what a neighborhood diner should be - consistently great food, served fast, by genuinely friendly people. The Diner is a humble local spot. The menu is smaller than your typical diner, but it hits all the highlights with some fun twist. With amazing prices and the kind of menu that covers all the classics. The ingredients are simple, but that's the beauty of it, fresh, satisfying, and reliably good every single time. You may wait a little for weekend brunch, but it's worthwhile. Service is quick without feeling rushed, and the staff makes you feel like a regular even if it's your first visit. Whether you're grabbing a casual breakfast, a late-night bite (open 24 hours), or just craving something comforting and familiar, this place delivers. In a city that's constantly chasing the next trend, The Diner stays true to what works--and does it really well. A true neighborhood gem.

Eggs Benedict. Coffee.
William C.

I wanted a good breakfast at a place that wasn't going to try to be good rather than just being good. The Diner exceeded my expectations. Great service and great food. Simple and easy. Good coffee.

Lemon blueberry icebox pie with some really decent drip coffee
Timo F.

Way to go, The Diner staff! Things went much better with the service, the staff person I'd had issues with before was much more attentive and helpful. And they really made an effort to make my milkshake the right way and special. (I mean, they're not cheap, esp the boozy ones - about the price of some entrees, so their should be some effort and no scrimping on filling up the glass or giving any leftovers from the blender ;-) Also, the dining area wasn't insanely loud with music the last 2-3 times I was here.

Aleshia A.

Overall this was a great breakfast spot. We sat outside and enjoyed some fresh air which was extra nice because service is slow. I mean that about everything coffee, water, your silverware m, getting a menu that they didn't seat you with, the check and of course your food all come slowly. Food is solid. It's very basic but sometimes basic done well is what you need. I will say the home fries made not home fries as I know them. These were just unseasoned chopped potato wedges which is not home fries. Pancakes were just basic buttermilk cakes but again basic done well is good. My husband had the rancheros and they were on a tostada which he didn't love but it tasted fine.

Ponderosa Stomp Omelette
Ben M.

My coworkers and I ordered breakfast from here one day. I had the Ponderosa Stomp Omelette with grits and a cheddar-jalapeno biscuit. This place offered great value, as I got two meals out of what I ordered. The cheddar-jalapeno biscuit was an unexpected favorite. I had a little trouble with the online ordering system, but I called the restaurant, and they were able to fix the glitch.

Side of fruit
Kevin B.

My wife and I love diners and diner breakfasts are some of the best that you can get. We stopped here while in town for a conference in May and we really enjoyed our meal. Our omelets were very tasty and filling and they had very good breakfast potatoes, rye toast, and a side of fruit. Service was pretty good and it's a solid choice for breakfast. We'd definitely come back again the next time we're in town.

Burger and Onion Rings instead of fries.
Tracy T. S.

So, I didn't expect much when I walked in at 2:30 am, and the sign at the entrance read "Seat yourself." I was pleasantly surprised. My waitress (Candice) was PHENOMENAL!!! Personable, attentive, and has such a wonderfully pleasant disposition. After playing "musical chairs" for a minute (I was freezing), I settled on table "30" (I was solo). She took my order without issue. Make sure you're SPECIFIC with what you want on your burger. I was so focused on ensuring the temperature was understood, that I missed when she repeated my order back, that I didn't share which cheese I wanted. I must have mistakenly ordered a "burger," and not a "cheese burger." None the less, the temperature was perfect, and the food delicious. This will definitely be my "go to" after hours.

Chicken buiscut
JB N.

The food is amazing the wait is very excruciating. Mimosas are 5/5 Chicken biscuit 5/5

Corned beef hash
Thuy L.

Took a seat on the patio on a Sunday morning. Was a great spot for the puppy to people watch and was a decent spot for breakfast. It was good, classic fare at decent prices with good service. I wouldn't say I'm dying to go back, but it hit all the right notes on the search for some good breakfast food. Had eggs Benedict which was decent in flavor and portion and my husband had the hash brown bowl. Both were good, but we weren't blown away. The corned beef hash was sorely missing some corned beef, but that was the only real low spot. Would be back if we're strolling in the neighborhood and want a brunchy bite, but probably wouldn't make it a destination.

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Unconventional Diner

4.4(3.5k reviews)
1.5 mi•Shaw, Downtown
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This is our favorite traditional place to dine in while im Washington DC. On the last day of my…read morestay, my daughter and I came for brunch, which is traditional. The weight was super busy, but we were able to meet a couple on the way in who had a reservation. When we got up to the front, we noticed that the couple ran to the counter at the bar and got seats. When we asked the hostess, how long the wait for a party of two would be she said one hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes. I had to catch my flight so we definitely could not wait that long. Right when we were about leave and walk away, the very kind and nice couple (Montez & Alayna) that we met walking up, told us that they had secured bar seats and that we could take their breakfast brunch dining reservation. THIS WAS A BLESSING! I purchased their first round of drinks because they were generous with their reservation. There are great people in this city, thanks! We were seated right away at a dining table, and the place was packed, as usual. Our server was wonderful. I believe her name was Alisha or Aisha, and she took care of us very well. We ordered: Naan Bread Appetizer, Blueberry Pancakes with Mascarpone, side of chicken sausage, Creme Brûlée French Toast, side of scrambled eggs, and side of Hash browns. For beverages we had coffee and apple juice plus water. Our food came out within 10 to 12 minutes and everything was delicious and amazing. We were so stuffed and really enjoyed our time here. At the end of our reservation the restaurant Manager approached us (named Derek or Ryan) with the gentleman from the couple who gave us his reservation. They surprised us each with a decadent dessert! This was in response to us buying their first round of drinks. The customer service of our server was AMAZING, the food was DELICIOUS, and the surprise desserts were FABULOUS! This is definitely our go-to restaurant in DC. Thank you for another AWESOME experience!! it's about to rain. I see it.

went here for sunday brunch, made a reservation using one of the apps. showed up on time and there…read morewas a line, it's a good idea to make a reservation. Still, had to wait a few minutes but no biggie. Server came by almost immediately but then disappeared for some time, I think she was slammed. After we ordered the food arrived pretty promptly. Food was pretty good, standard comfort food. I also had a spicy bloody mary and enjoyed it even though I dont typically like them. I do contunue to think celery is an affront to humankind though. People watching was pretty good, an important component for brunch. Would I go back? Not sure there are many good places to brunch.

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Ruthie's All-Day

4.4(1.4k reviews)
4.7 mi
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Everything was splendid at breakfast this morning! We had a 9:30 a.m. reservation and were seated…read morepromptly in a comfortable booth. The restaurant was clean, bright, airy, and vibrant, with a trendy atmosphere that we absolutely loved. We started with the cornbread, which had a lovely texture, somewhere between traditional coarse cornbread and a sweeter version. It was tender, delicately baked, and served with delicious butter. I ordered the three-egg omelet, accompanied by a beautiful, fragrant, and refreshing arugula salad that I thoroughly enjoyed. The eggs tasted farm-fresh. My mate enjoyed a full breakfast of beef sausage, bacon, potatoes, over-easy eggs, and a biscuit. The coffee was hot and delicious, and my hot matcha was equally enjoyable. One small tip: specialty drinks ordered from the drink bar may take a little longer to arrive at your table, so keep that in mind. Our server was excellent, and the overall experience was wonderful. We were happy to leave a 25% tip for the great service. Between the delicious food, welcoming atmosphere, and attentive staff, this was an thoroughly enjoyable breakfast. We loved it and would gladly return!

Disappointing First Visit -- Unfortunately, I Won't Be Returning…read more I was genuinely excited to finally visit Ruthie's All-Day in Arlington after hearing so much about the restaurant. Unfortunately, my first experience was disappointing, especially considering how much I was looking forward to it. We started with Harry's Hot Hushpuppies, made with shrimp and jalapeño. They arrived nice and hot, and the batter was crispy, which I appreciated. The flavor was decent, although I think a different dipping sauce would have complemented them better. Overall, they were okay. For my entrée, I ordered Ruthie's Big Plate. I specifically requested my eggs scrambled soft with cheese. Unfortunately, they arrived without the cheese and were not cooked the way I requested. The beef sausage was another disappointment. After taking one bite, I found the texture unusually soft and mushy, almost as though it hadn't been cooked thoroughly. I couldn't enjoy it. The bacon, however, was excellent! The portion was generous, and the flavor was really good. It was honestly one of the highlights of my meal. Unfortunately, the breakfast potatoes were the complete opposite. They were dry, lacked seasoning, and had very little flavor. I did enjoy the grits, which were another positive. My husband ordered the fried chicken biscuit. I tasted his chicken, and it was extremely salty. There was a sweet honey glaze that helped balance the saltiness somewhat, but the salt was still overpowering. The biscuit itself was just okay. I did speak with the manager about my experience, and I want to acknowledge that she was very apologetic and offered to have something else prepared for me. I appreciated her professionalism and willingness to make things right. However, I declined because my husband was already eating, and by the time another meal arrived, he would have been finished. I didn't want him sitting there waiting while I ate. For me, dining out is about more than just the atmosphere or a restaurant's reputation. The food should be flavorful, properly prepared, and served as requested. Unfortunately, too many items fell short during this visit. I really wanted to love Ruthie's All-Day, but based on this experience, I don't see myself returning. I hope management takes this feedback constructively because there is definitely room for improvement in the consistency, seasoning, and preparation of the food. I also want to acknowledge the manager's effort to make things right. She came back over to check on us again, and a server brought us complimentary apple donuts with cookies and cream ice cream. I must say, the cookies and cream ice cream was absolutely delicious! When I spoke with the manager again, she told me, "I didn't want you to leave dissatisfied." I genuinely appreciated her saying that and, more importantly, making the effort to turn our experience around. I even told her that the ice cream was my "happy place" because I enjoyed it that much! Although I was disappointed with several aspects of our meal, I believe in giving credit where credit is due. The manager was attentive, sincere, and genuinely concerned about our experience. Her hospitality did not erase the issues we had with the food, but it certainly made a difference in how we felt leaving the restaurant. I truly appreciate her kindness and willingness to make things right, and I felt it was only fair to acknowledge that in my review. So I changed it to 3 stars for the effort to make things better.

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Duke's Counter - Wagyu burger and elote.... Yum

Duke's Counter

4.1(659 reviews)
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That Mac n cheese was amazing and the drinks were definitely worth it and we went here right before…read morethe zoo. Definitely burned the calories but even still was worth each calorie

I reserved a dinner seating for a party of 7 at Duke's Counter Restaurant  In Woodley Park on…read moreOctober17, 2026. Three of our party of seven arrived at 4:21 PM for a 4:30 PM. reservation, an additional three arrived at 4:28 PM. The final person was parking the car. After confirming our reservation, the person at the door who greeted us stated - "I can give you a table, but four of you will need to squeeze  together on the bench". She walked the three of us past four empty tables to the back of the restaurant directly across from the bathrooms. When asked if we could be moved further up to the empty tables that she had walked past - her response was " let me check and see if they are available - she came back with " I have a party of five who have a 5:30 PM reservation so I can not give you those seats".  While we looked at each other in disbelief - her next remark was- " you will need to get up at 5:30 PM, because I will need those tables for the walk ins that we are expecting for the Boo at the Zoo event (interestingly enough -  this event was happening at the Smithsonian National Zoo across the street - the exact same event that my party was ticketed to attend after our meal - which we had reserved at their restaurant)". After the "you will need to get up" remark - which she later said that she did not make - we decided that we had been disrespected enough and left the restaurant. On my way out of the door - I informed her that in the well over 40 years that I had been making reservations for dinner ( and never failing to keep my end of the agreement with the restaurant by showing up on time, being courteous to the staff, and doing my best to be an all-around good customer )- I had never experienced someone telling me that I would need to "get up and leave at 5:30 PM".  This is when she said, " I did not say that" ( with two of her co-workers - who had not been present when she made the remark )- standing next to her. I walked out of the restaurant- and asked the two adults who had walked in with me if they had heard what she said - and they both heard the same nasty remark. After we walked out - she promptly cancelled the reservation. I am writing this review so that the record can be set straight - I did not just cancel the reservation at 4:30 PM. We were all but driven away. This was shameful, and I hope that this behavior will not betolerated by the management.

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The Pembroke

4.1(430 reviews)
0.8 mi•Dupont Circle

I recently had brunch at The Pembroke, located inside the Dupont Circle Hotel, and it was such a…read morelovely experience. Beautiful atmosphere, wonderful staff, and delicious food -- definitely a spot worth putting on your brunch list. My date made the reservation for us, which turned out to be a very good idea because the restaurant was hopping! Definitely recommend making one ahead of time. We were both in the mood for a cocktail, but decided to explore the mocktail drink menu. He initially considered going with another coffee since it was still early, but ultimately went with an espresso martini. I tried the French 86, and both were great choices. The espresso martini was smooth and well made, while the French 86 was beautifully fruit-forward. And I have to give my date credit -- a man who isn't afraid to try my fruity cocktail! For food, we decided to share the avocado toast to start and added an egg, asking for it to be cooked a little more rather than very runny. We were glad we did because the toast was loaded with greens! It was definitely a little messy to eat, but in the fun, "this is actually delicious" kind of way. Nothing embarrassing... thankfully. He ordered the chicken and waffles, which he completely demolished. The sweet-and-savory combination was a big hit. I went with the French omelette, and it was delicious -- rich, flavorful, and surprisingly filling. I could only manage about half of it along with the salad! Overall, a wonderful brunch experience. The atmosphere is beautiful, the service was attentive, and there were so many tempting dishes coming out of the kitchen that we kept noticing things we wanted to try. I'd definitely come back to explore more of the menu.

I think I found my new favorite DC brunch spot (that doesn't feature a DJ). The Pembroke has been…read moreon my list of places to try for awhileee and I was finally able to stop in with friends (8 of us) for a Saturday brunch after one of my yogalates classes. We sat towards the back of the restaurant in one of the circular booths. Love this setup so much because it's perfect for people watching. The interior of the space is really vibrant with a lot of natural lighting coming in and the cute furniture. You almost feel like you've been transported to France or something. While dining here I was able to try their, +cinnamon roll (it's HUGEEEE, def a shareable- 8/10) + passion fruit cocktail (7.5/10) + breakfast sandwich (10/10 - I was surprised by how much I loved it) + pancakes (8/10) + kale salad (7.5/10) I didn't get to try the salmon benedict but it looks delicious. The service was spectacular. Our waiter was extremely attentive and even the manager popped over to introduce himself and make sure that we had everything we needed. I loveeeeeed my time here and will definitely be back to try more items on the menu. Thanks so much Pembroke team :)

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The Pembroke: they have a coffee shop too!

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Short rib entree special. This thing was massive!

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