The Pembroke
American restaurant · Dupont Circle
1500 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036
Highlights
French fare from Dupont Circle Hotel, patio seating
French fare from Dupont Circle Hotel, 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
"Don't miss out on this tasty three-course lunch ($35) or dinner ($65) option." - MICHELIN Guide
"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
"At this DuPont Circle hotel, New Year’s Day brunch begins at 9 a.m. and runs until 2:30 p.m. Indulge in a Pembroke mimosa ($16) made with vodka, St. Germain, orange juice and sparkling wine, and choose from dishes like an eggs Benedict topped with Maryland crab cakes ($30) and French toast ($20) made with Grand Marnier-soaked brioche bread, brown sugar, and fresh fruit." - Kalina Newman
