Tabard Inn
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Category: Hotel Bars, Live Music Venues, Romantic
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle
Price: $$$
Address: 1739 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036
✨ Vibe
A charming European-style oasis steeped in history, featuring cozy wood-burning fireplaces and eclectic, time-honored decor nestled within three historic 19th-century townhomes.🍸 Best For
Romantic date nights, fireside winter cocktails, live jazz, and leisurely weekend brunches.🔥 Highlights
- The legendary lounge area, recently featured as a top D.C. destination for enjoying craft cocktails by a crackling wood-burning hearth.
- Exquisite seasonal dining led by Executive Chef Sarah Kwon, highlighted by the inn's famous house-made doughnuts and locally sourced dishes like mushroom risotto and pan-seared scallops.
- A vibrant live music scene, where guests can enjoy soulful jazz performances in an intimate, historic setting that feels worlds away from the city bustle.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM, and dinner reservations are highly recommended to secure a spot in the romantic dining room or garden.
- Be sure to visit for breakfast or brunch to experience their award-winning garden patio dining.
📅 Upcoming Events & Specials
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🔄 Weekly Events
🎶 Live Jazz in the Lounge
Cozy up near the fire or find an inviting table to enjoy a beverage and a meal while listening to live jazz.
🥞 Weekend Brunch
A DC staple featuring modern, creative dishes and beloved classics.
Happy Hour
Daily happy hour specials at the bar and lounge.
📰 In the News
The Best Restaurants In Dupont Circle
Tabard Inn is featured as a top dining destination in Washington D.C.’s Dupont Circle neighborhood. The venue is recognized for its enduring quality and charm within this curated guide to the area's best restaurants.
The Tabard Inn Is Getting a Reboot From Former Cranes Chef Pepe Moncayo
Tabard Inn is undergoing a culinary reboot led by Chef Pepe Moncayo, the former chef of the Michelin-starred restaurant Cranes. This revitalization aims to bring a fresh perspective to the historic DC institution's dining experience while honoring its long-standing legacy.
Tabard Inn
Tabard Inn is a historic boutique hotel and restaurant located in Washington, D.C., known for its charming, eclectic atmosphere and classic American cuisine. It serves as a popular destination for both travelers and locals looking for a unique dining or lodging experience in the heart of the city.
DC's Tabard Inn Seeks Landmark Status
The Tabard Inn, a historic 35-room hotel in DC’s Dupont Circle, sought landmark status for its three interconnected rowhouses built between 1887 and 1900. The property is notable for being one of the city's oldest woman-owned hotels and for hosting the early career of organic food pioneer Nora Pouillon.
Recent Reviews from Google
This was a strange experience for us. The hotel was clean and the staff friendly and helpful. The location is great, right in the heart of all the embassies. However, the room was small and there was...
I had a lovely experience at the Tabard Inn and recommend it to anyone who is seeking a charming, cozy, and quant place to stay. I ended up here after another reservation cancelled on me last minute-...
So my husband booked the room online the pictures online are nothing like what we walked into. This experience was a disappointment. I’m pregnant. The room was on the third floor. There was NO...
I'll start with a warning about the rooms. I did not see beforehand that my shower could look like this. If that matters to you, call in advance maybe and see if you can request a particular room? I...
I genuinely don’t get the point of running a hotel with uncomfortable rooms and beds. The beds and blankets are so cheap and thin and uncomfortable. Like literally spend $20 more dollars on better...
