Chaplin's Restaurant & Bar
Category: Cocktail Bars, Japanese, Brunch Spots
Neighborhood: Logan Circle
Price: $$
Address: 1501 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
✨ Vibe
Chaplin’s Restaurant & Bar is a high-energy, cinematic escape that blends the charm of a 1920s Prohibition-style speakeasy with the artistry of a master-crafted Tokyo ramen house.
🍸 Best For
Ramen enthusiasts, craft cocktail aficionados, dog-friendly patio dates, high-value weekend brunch, and group celebrations.
🔥 Highlights
- Award-Winning Culinary Pedigree: Recently named one of DC’s best ramen spots, the menu features authentic bowls like the spicy "Chaplin A.S.S." and the "Stamina Spicy Ramen," crafted by chef Myo Htun using techniques learned from Tokyo masters.
- Inventive "Drafty Spirits": The bar program stands out with complex on-tap cocktails and silent-film-inspired drinks like the absinthe-based "A Woman of Paris" and the strawberry-infused "Cure."
- Cinematic Dog-Friendly Patio: Recognized as one of the best pet-friendly spots in the city, the venue provides a welcoming outdoor space where four-legged friends are greeted with water bowls while owners enjoy a "Drafty Spirit" under the stars.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Reservations are highly recommended for weekend evenings and can be easily booked online to secure a spot in the cozy, Old Hollywood-themed interior.
- Look for their popular weekend brunch, which offers incredible value including an appetizer and entrée for a set price.
🔄 Weekly Events
Chaplin's Weekend Brunch 🥂
Enjoy brunch specials including $10.50 Frozen Snow Monkeys (Sunnyside Marg 2.0 and Tokyo Tea) and Chaplin's Bloody Marys with $6.50 refills.
Happy Hour
1/2 priced drinks including Drafty Spirits, Draft Beers, and all Wine by the Glass (White, Skin Contact, and Red). Specific cocktail deals include The Kid, The Vagabond, and The Cure for $7.
📰 In the News
Kid-Friendly Spots Around D.C. That Adults Actually Enjoy
Chaplin’s Restaurant & Bar in Shaw offers a family-friendly environment where kids can enjoy a dedicated ramen menu featuring small bowls of chicken broth and bite-sized gyoza. The popular cocktail bar also features a spacious, dog-friendly outdoor patio, making it a versatile spot for parents and children alike.
Dumpling Shooters, Mussel Ramen, and More to Expect at the Chaplin (Photos and Menu)
Chaplin's Restaurant & Bar features a creative menu highlighted by unique offerings such as dumpling shooters and mussel ramen. The venue combines a 1920s silent film aesthetic with an extensive selection of Japanese-inspired dishes and craft cocktails in Washington D.C.
Armin Amin-Toomaji, Co-Owner of NW DC Restaurant, Fatally Struck by Car
Chaplin's Restaurant & Bar co-owner Armin Amin-Toomaji has tragically passed away after being fatally struck by a vehicle in Northwest D.C. The loss marks a somber moment for the popular ramen and cocktail venue he helped establish and lead in the Shaw neighborhood.
Recent Reviews from Google
This was such a great surprise! I was just hungry and walked by with my brother. I didn't think this was a Ramen house. The food was fantastic. The drinks were fantastic. We might have been there...
My first time at Chaplin’s and I loved it. My home girl kept telling me they have the best Ramen and I was skeptical but she was not lying. The food was really good. We split the Chaplin A.S.S. and...
On a whirlwind trip to DC my daughter and I happened upon Chaplin‘s Restaurant. We were seated quickly and enjoyed our dumplings and edamame immensely! There’s plenty of inside and outside seating and...
I visited DC Friday and made a reservation at this place the day before based on good reviews, it was also my 17th anniversary which was noted on open table and now I will tell you my experience with...
Ive been here three times, once in 2016 once and 2019 and again this year just this last weekend. And I can definitively remember every single item I got from all three of those meals. Chaplins is...
