The Pembroke
American restaurant · Dupont Circle ·
Classic French fare, floor-to-ceiling windows, patio seating
Classic French fare, floor-to-ceiling windows, patio seating
"A glitzy renovation in 2019 transformed the Dupont Circle Hotel’s newly named restaurant into an internationally inspired all-day spot. Start off with appetizers as simple as pumpkin soup or as luxurious as beef tartare dotted with Calabrian chile oil and bone marrow covered in porcini mushroom butter. Entrees include a selection of classic pastas, whole fish, pork chops, and even half a lobster. The hotel’s adjoining mid-century chic bar, Doyle, also offers panoramic views of Dupont Circle and frothy espresso martinis. The restaurant also recently opened up on Sundays for dinner, after the success of their monthly Sunday Supper series (which is currently on pause)." - Tierney Plumb
"Not only does this gorgeous bar in the center of Dupont serve fun mocktails like a spiced “EspressNo-Tini” or a fruity hibiscus mule, but it also offers an array of alcohol-free wines to choose from. Sink into a velvet coral-colored banquette or sit at the marble-top bar to take in some serious people-watching." - Claudia Rosenbaum
"This seductive dining room took a cool few million to create, but it is utterly chic and wholly Parisian. Pretty patio-facing marble tables, salmon-hued chairs, tufted banquettes, and greenery create the feeling of dining in a terrarium. Over in the kitchen, the chefs don't cling to any one trend. Imagine a melange of plates like prawn cocktail, lobster bisque, handmade pastas, as well as mains like Dover sole meunière or veal Milanese and you'll start to get their drift. Mediterranean flavors also find their way into dishes like octopus fricassee with black olives and lamb tagine with couscous. Close with a simple yet irresistible lemon tart.Set inside the Dupont Circle Hotel, this smart spot radiates much joy thanks to its genial vibe and solid food." - Michelin Inspector
"I noticed The Pembroke is launching a Sunday Supper series that will spotlight in-season ingredients from Dupont Farmers Market and the culinary team's family recipes on the first Sunday of each month; the prix-fixe menu will be released every Tuesday before the dinner and the meal will be served family style. The restaurant, located in the Dupont Circle hotel, is offering a “community table” option to bring D.C. residents together. Tickets are $60 for adults and $30 for children, with reservations available for 5 p.m. and 7 p.m." - Emily Venezky
"Don't miss out on this tasty three-course lunch ($35) or dinner ($65) option." - MICHELIN Guide