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    The Pembroke

    4.1 (412 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Octopus
    Sonya H.

    Fantastic New American / European restaurant in a gorgeous space. I visited the Pembroke as part of a work team dinner during Restaurant Week, and we were thoroughly impressed by the quality of the food, super friendly service, and great ambiance. The space is gorgeous; I love all the plants, and the light brown, light blue, and white color combination for their furniture makes the space look classy and modern. The light brown leather couches are comfortable, and I love the way they circle around the tables to create a natural, cozy booth. Our food was just as beautiful as the space. The Restaurant Week menu comes with an appetizer, main, and dessert. Given how indecisive I can be (and how expansive the normal menu is), I was grateful to have my choices narrowed down a bit. I started off my meal with the octopus. The octopus was remarkably tender and not overly chewy, and had a delightful char that gave it a slightly smoky flavor. They double downed on the smokiness with their burnt chili oil, which, alongside the lemon and salsa verde, gave the dish a wonderfully balanced smoky, savory, and slightly acidic flavor. The crushed potatoes had a lovely crispy shell on the outside and served as a great base for the tender octopus. The main course was probably the easiest choice of the evening -- I'm absolutely obsessed with branzino, so the second I saw it on the Restaurant Week menu, I knew that was what I had to get. The fish is beautifully broiled, with a nice, crispy skin and super tender, flaky flesh. It's topped with a few pieces of roasted garlic and a wedge of lemon. The fresh lemon juice, as well as the lovely side salad, offered a great pop of freshness to bring the whole dish together. And finally, for our dessert, I chose the chocolate torta. This wonderful dessert is remarkably rich and decadent, with a strong dark chocolate flavor. It's topped with a lovely marsala date sauce and scoop of sheep's yogurt ice cream, but still doesn't feel overly sweet. The sheep's yogurt in the ice cream offers a bit of tanginess, and I loved the addition of the candied walnuts for a bit of crunch.

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    Te-Mika W.

    A weekend brunch - yes please! A friend who recently relocated from here came back for a visit and gathered four of us for a leisurely brunch at this place. None of us had ever been here. I like new places. Dupont Circle was easy parking this time of morning - around 10. I love trying chicken and waffles at different spots and when I saw it on the menu I had to get it, even if I wasn't ravenous. The menu is a little pricey (most in DC are), but the chicken & waffles was also one of the better values (IMO). The cornmeal waffle (which I've had it only found at a few other places) was definitely on point! My fellow patrons had never had a cornmeal waffle and were skeptical, so I let them try and - they approved. The chicken was fried well, even if it could've used a bit more flavor. The latte was as good as I expected it to be. The decor in this place is gorgeous, very elevated, and the weather was perfect that day for an indoor or outdoor seating. Service was pretty good too, and the place was pretty filled, but never felt crowded. I'd recommend.

    Robert M.

    Lovely spot at DuPont Circle. Went for early weekday breakfast while at conference (cool they were open at 7:00 a.m.) Had the French omelette and was frankly underwhelmed. It was good, not great, and I kind of wanted great. Coffee also not earth shaking, and was not even offered a refill. Would probably give a second chance - vibe was very blonde Jane Fonda circa late 60s. Cool.

    Children's menu: chicken strips and fries
    Ingrid L.

    This bright, modern restaurant had a great ambiance, and the staff was friendly without being overbearing, which I appreciated. The dishes we ordered were delicious and nicely presented. The portions felt just right to me, though I could see how some might find them a bit on the smaller side. My only note would be to ask for the salad dressing on the side-the Caesar salad was a bit over-dressed.

    The Pembroke: menu is outside the door for your perusing
    Eric W.

    Reservation is required. You can't find any swat without it. Food is okay. Not that great, but not bad at all. 4 stars. Drinks are strong! Service is 5 star for sure! Decor and interior is nice. Bathroom is shared with the bar. All in all, a solid choice if you're in embassy row/DuPont circle area.

    Trying to finish my quarter!!
    M U.

    We ate breakfast here twice on a recent trip to DC. The first time we tried the "healthier" options--oatmeal, yogurt, and coffee. All of them were perfectly serviceable, but nothing wowed us, and we really didn't care for the coffee. The second day, though, we thoroughly enjoyed the experience! We got a cappuccino and a latte, and they were much better than the coffee. We got a cinnamon roll for the table--holy mackerel!! You could definitely share it with four or five people--it's huge! It's also delicious. Lots of gooey frosting, hazelnuts, and soft bread. I'm pretty sure there was orange in the frosting, too, and I liked that. For my meal I had the standard breakfast--it was so big. That we decided to share it the next time we ate there. Normally I get my eggs over-medium, but I went with scrambled and they were perfect!! The eggs were soft, yet still substantial--just perfect. The best part of the meal, though, was the warmth of the staff and servers. The hostess and manager remembered us from the previous day, and they were both very kind and welcoming. Our server, Gio, was a gem. He was super friendly and easy to talk to, but he didn't hover or upsell--he just seemed like a really great guy who is able to brighten the corners.

    Jose P.

    If you want to enjoy an elegant, well serviced, delicious breakfast/brunch, come to The Pembroke. Located steps away from Dupont Circle, this restaurant's allure can be seen as you approach. The outdoor seating area is beautifully decorated, will have plenty of shade during the summer months, and is adorned with lavish green planters. The interior has large booths, bar seating, and their seats have an appealing pattern. The host staff was very friendly and accommodated our 12 person reservation. We were seated in two comfortable adjacent booths. My Cappuccino was smooth, creamy, served in a large cup, and artistically created. The entrees were SOOOOO GOOD! My French Omelet (Boursin cheese, herbs, mixed greens, mustard vinaigrette) was exquisite. The cheese was velvety, pleasantly salty, the accompanied sourdough bread was crunchy, and every forkful was throughly enjoyed. The other delectable entrees were: Avocado Toast with a poached egg, Pembroke American Breakfast, and Smoked Salmon Bagel. When in D.C., don't hesitate to start your day at The Pembroke. You'll leave content and add it to your future visits.

    Kai M.

    Returning to say that this place is still a gem in Dupont Circle. Unmatched for intimacy, quality food, fun lattes, beautiful ambiance, and an amazing staff! My boyfriend planned the perfect birthday breakfast for me and Rath, our waiter, was so kind and accommodating and definitely the type of waiter that you want to encounter all the time. Breakfast was phenomenal!!! I ordered the flavorful Pembroke American breakfast which contains eggs your way, bacon, potatoes, charred greens, and a slice of sourdough bread. These flavors blended together perfectly, making this dish memorable with each bite. The eggs were scrambled with white cheddar-FLUFFY and oozing with buttery goodness. The bacon was fried just right! The breakfast potatoes were bursting with herbs and a consistency in preparation. The charred greens added a balance to the fattiness from the bacon and eggs, meshing the dish together. This entire dish was stellar and no, I did not try the bread because the potatoes left me stuffed lol My boyfriend had the brioche French toast which came topped with apples. Whew! Another great pick! I took a small bite and was immediately stopped in my tracks by the softness, burst of cinnamon, and extraordinary taste! Our lattes were perfect! To conclude the dish, our amazing waiter provided us with a complimentary dessert to celebrate my birthday. He sang happy birthday softly and that made the dining experience even more worth the while. INCREDIBLE! I love the Pembroke and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great dining experience.

    Levain bread and butter, duck pasta, and beer and wine
    Angela L.

    This is such an elegant location! This restaurant is connected to the hotel we stayed at and the service was delightful, our waitress answered all of our questions and had great recommendations! The pasta was so good I wanted something that wasn't too heavy and the duck with pasta delivered. If you go here I recommend metroing in as there is limited street parking.

    Aleena A.

    Exceptional service. Had a salad and added shrimp and a cocktail and it was about $67 with tip which wasn't bad! Nice location and nice cocktail room vibes with outdoor seating.

    Sanaa M.

    I had a craving for lemon ricotta pancakes and saw that The Pembroke had them on their menu, so we decided to come here for breakfast. I ordered the lemon ricotta pancakes, and unfortunately they looked much better than they tasted. Usually these pancakes are fluffy, light, and slightly creamy from the ricotta, but these were dense and lacked flavor. My husband ordered the French cheese omelette, which was good, but extremely overpriced. The omelette alone was nearly $40 after adding a few ingredients (they charge $2 per ingredient). We also had to order bread separately -- one slice of bread for $6 -- and a small glass of orange juice was $9. The pancakes were $24 and honestly disappointing. I understand that hotel restaurants tend to be more expensive, but the quality should match the price. In this case, it really didn't. Also, serving eggs without bread included feels unusual since most places include toast as part of the dish.

    Pumpkin soup
    Tolulope R.

    Had a great experience here for dinner with dinner group. We came for restaurant week but decided to order off the regular menu. The star of this dinner was the grilled octopus appetizer. This dish was heavenly with some pesto that had a bit of a kick and potatoes. The burrata app was also tasty as the tomatoes were fresh. Aged Branzino was also really tasty and the portion was large and made you feel like you got your moneys worth. We all enjoyed our desserts which were the creme brulee and drunk prunes. Our server Brittany was very knowledgeable and gave great recommendations. I cant wait to come back and try their cocktails and heard good things about their brunch.

    Lemon ricotta pancakes with blueberries
    Peggy L.

    Nice and friendly customer service! Bright lights shining through the space with nice mirrors all over the place to elevate the limited space which is impressive. Excellent breakfast options as I shared with other person: America. Breakfast: with over hard egg, sourdough toast, smashed baked potatoes, thick bacon pieces, and a small batch of bitter sautéed veggies. Pretty tasty and very filling. Have to admit that smashed potatoes were very flavorful with their seasoning on it, not dry or bland at all! Lemon ricotta pancakes with blueberries and maple syrup: very delicious as the pancakes itself were very fluffy and soft. It wasn't too dry like other brunch places. It was a large portion, so it was filling. Great one for sharing if you wish! Egg Benedict's with prosciutto was beyond delicious as the English muffin was soft and seems like very fresh compared to any other brunch places. The sauce on it was very thick and creamy. Perfect bite to wrap this up! It came with salad, so order a side of potatoes if you desire more carbs to this plate. Latte: it was average... but decent if I had to tell people if they needed some caffeine. Macchiato was decent and a punch of caffeine in a small cup.

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