Unconventional Diner

Restaurant · Mount Vernon Square

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"Situated right next to the convention center since 2017, chef David Deshaies continues raise eyebrows by applying classic French technique to American-style diner food. Think a haute take on meatloaf, or mini-pot pie poppers that explode with flavor. Regardless of the day or time, there’s always something to on the menu from happy hour menu or daily brunch (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.), including popular offerings like chicken and waffles and blueberry-lavender pancakes, Caribbean shrimp and grits, Lebanese fried rice, Georgia French toasts with peaches and ice cream, and an everything lox bagel." - Tierney Plumb, Emily Venezky

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1207 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 Get directions

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