Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel

Name: Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel
Address: 2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20037
Telephone: (202) 838-4471
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.2

4.2

2236 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Good for business meals

We are offering breakfast weekdays from 7am-10:30am and lunch from 11:30am-2pm. Our Kingbird Bar hour from 2pm-9pm Tuesday through Fridays. Weekends, we are offering Brunch on Sundays from 11am to 2pm.

Join us for High Tea on Saturday & Sunday 1pm-2:30pm. We require all High Tea reservations to be pre-paid, to make a reservation for High Tea please select the Spill the Tea Experience. For children under 12 please email dining@thewatergatehotel.com.

We are located within The Watergate Hotel, our elegant yet contemporary restaurant features fine dining with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Valet Parking is $15 for dining.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Italian, Afternoon Tea
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Afternoon Tea Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–2:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 838-4471
Website
http://www.thewatergatehotel.com/washington-dc-restaurant-kingbird/visit?NCK=KBOT
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Tony DiGregorio
Private party facilities
The Watergate Hotel’s restaurants are DC’s premier private event locations. We offer a variety of options that make us the perfect location for private, political, corporate, fundraising & media events including birthday parties & wedding receptions. For parties of 30 and smaller, please contact skatrib@thewatergatehotel.com.

Location
2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037
Area
Foggy Bottom
Cross Street
New Hampshire Avenue NW
Parking details
Valet Hotel Parking Available for $12.00
Public transit
Foggy Bottom Metro Station-Orange, Silver or Blue Lines
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Christmas Dinner
USD 95.00 - USD 155.00 per person
24 Dec 2024 - 25 Dec 2024
Experience a decadent Christmas Dinner with loved ones by Chef Tony DiGregorio. Begin with appetizers such as Scallop Crudo and Foie Gras "Marjolaine" and choose from courses such as a Taleggio Caramelle, and Dry Aged Filet Mignon, and desserts from our pastry team. Tuesday, December 24th | $155 per person, $95 for children.
NYE 5-Course Dinner (Second Seating)
USD 275.00 per person
Prepaid
31 Dec 2024 only
A true NYE gala experience! A five-course prix fixe dinner by Executive Chef Tony DiGregorio. Begin your meal with a complimentary champagne toast and a Japanese A5 Wagyu Beef Canape. Choose from decadent courses such as Lobster Ravioli with Perigold Truffle, Turbot with Kaluga Caviar, and more. Optional wine pairings may be added upon arrival to Kingbird Restaurant. Seating is between 7-9 PM and includes admission to the Midnight in Monaco NYE Party.
NYE 4-Course Dinner (First seating)
USD 150.00 per person
Prepaid
31 Dec 2024 only
Begin your extravagant evening with a special three-course prix fixe dinner by Executive Chef Tony DiGregorio. Toast with a glass of bubbly before choosing from spectacular dishes such as Bluefin Tuna Cruodo and Tournedos Rossini Filet Mignon with Foie Gras. Optional wine pairings may be added upon arrival to Kingbird Restaurant. Seating is between 5 PM - 7 PM and pricing is $150 per person.

Popular dishes

Grilled Kale CaesarUSD 21.00
croutons, anchovy, parmesan
Charcuterie BoardUSD 32.00
chef's selection of charcuterie, pickles, mustard, petite salad
Shrimp CocktailUSD 25.00
french cocktail sauce, lime
West Coast Oyster on the Half ShellUSD 42.00
East Coast Oysters on the Half ShellUSD 36.00
Roasted Bone MarrowUSD 35.00
braised oxtail, caramelized onion, frisee
Seafood Tower
daily selection of raw & cooked shellfish and crustaceans - MP
Tuna CrudoUSD 29.00
stracciatella, bronte pistachio, lemon
Burrata Caprese SaladUSD 28.00
saffron vinaigrette, heirloom tomato, basil
Tomato BisqueUSD 17.00
parmesan cream, basil
Black Angus Beef CarpaccioUSD 24.00
garlic aioli, arugula, parmigiano reggiano, grissini
Maryland CrabcakeUSD 31.00
charred biquinho pepper, citrus aioli, arugula
Gnocco FrittoUSD 29.00
stracciatella, prosciutto

Pasta

BucatiniUSD 26.00
pancetta, dandelion, parmesan cream
Squid Ink ZuccaUSD 31.00
blue prawns, bisque, garlic breadcrumbs, fennel
AgnolottiUSD 26.00
taleggio, spinach, foraged mushrooms, black pepper beurre blanc
MafaldineUSD 26.00
traditional bolognese, pecorino pepato
Black Truffle RisottoUSD 31.00
mushrooms, allium, vegan parmesan

Char Grilled Steaks

Roseda Farms Dry Aged

14 oz NY Strip SteakUSD 81.00
8 oz Filet MignonUSD 71.00
16 oz Boneless RibeyeUSD 89.00
Accompaniments
Seared Foie Gras 32, Grilled Prawns 36, Maine Lobster Tail MP
Sauces
Barolo Reduction, Béarnaise, House Made Steak Sauce, Horseradish Cream

Entrees

Brioche Stuffed ChickenUSD 49.00
cippolini onion, broccoli raab, mustard jus
Grilled Whole BronzinoUSD 52.00
gremolata, choice of 2 sides
Ora King SalmonUSD 49.00
caponata, pine nuts
Grilled Lamb ChopsUSD 67.00
mint chimichurri, roasted garlic
Chicken ParmesanUSD 39.00
marinara, parmesan, mozzarella

Sides

3 for 35

Creamed SpinachUSD 13.00
double cream, garlic
French FriesUSD 13.00
Yukon Gold PotatoUSD 13.00
mashed with butter, salt and pepper
Roasted MushroomsUSD 15.00
crispy shallots
Charred AsparagusUSD 15.00
Macaroni & CheeseUSD 15.00
orecchiette, boursin, gouda, clothbound cheddar

What 2,236 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel offers an elegant dining experience with "phenomenal textures and flavors" in every dish. Guests rave about the attentive service, particularly from servers like Omar and Miguel. It's an ideal spot for pre-theater dining with its convenient location near the Kennedy Center. "Outstanding food and stellar service" make it a must-visit.

2,236 Reviews

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Debbie
Washington DC
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent, food was excellent. However the price was Just too expensive.
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Susan
VIP
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an excellent, festive dinner after seeing a performance at The Kennedy Center. The portions were perfect. We can’t wait to go back! Highly recommend.
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Marcia
Washington DC
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant convenient to the Kennedy Center with good quality service, the dishes are terribly overpriced. Unfortunately there are no other options so close to the Kennedy Center to compete with their beautiful interior design and proximity.
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Amber
VIP
Hawaii
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the absolutely best experience. The food was amazing. The service from Brian was phenomenal. The Prosecco was great. Overall it was an amazing high tea. I cannot recommend it enough.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Review of Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel As a vegetarian, my experience at Kingbird was underwhelming and disappointing. Despite its reputation as a fine dining destination, the menu offered uninspired and bland vegetarian options that lacked creativity or thoughtful preparation. The Burrata Caprese and Tomato Bisque were flavorless and basic. The burrata lacked the creamy texture expected, and the soup was overly acidic, with no balance. For mains, the Agnolotti was dry, and the smoked butter barely noticeable, while the Mushroom Risotto was overly salted and one-dimensional, with the advertised truffle failing to deliver any depth. Even the sides, like Grilled Asparagus and Mac & Cheese, felt pedestrian and lacked any finesse. Portions were disappointingly small, leaving us unsatisfied even after ordering multiple dishes. The desserts, such as the Lemon Thyme Crème Brûlée, were passable but overly sweet and lacked balance. The pricing was exorbitant, at nearly $100 per person for basic food and drinks, which included several compromises on both flavor and portion size. For a restaurant of this caliber, the quality fell far short of expectations. While the service was polite, it was inattentive, with long waits for both refills and dishes. The staff seemed unprepared to accommodate dietary restrictions, providing little guidance for vegetarian diners. Despite the elegant setting, the dining experience did not live up to its promise. For the cost, I expected thoughtful preparation, better flavors, and creative dishes, none of which were delivered. I cannot recommend Kingbird for vegetarians or anyone seeking value for money. There are far better dining options in Washington, D.C., that cater to vegetarians with care and creativity.
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Ashleigh
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Server was spot on with his recommendations, asked us if we were going to the show and made sure we left on time! Food was delicious! Noise level perfect, we could easily talk to our friends without raising our voice!
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Nick
Charlotte
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was horrible and not seasoned. Over priced for sorry food.
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Stephanie
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and the service was outstanding.
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craig
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and a professional staff. Pricey but worth it.
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Catherine
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Waiter was fantastic. Excellent food! Really enjoyed it!
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FAQs

Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 838-4471.

Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel is rated 4.2 stars by 2236 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

22 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel

2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037

Additional information

Cross Street
New Hampshire Avenue NW
Area
Foggy Bottom
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Afternoon Tea Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–2:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Italian, Afternoon Tea
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet Hotel Parking Available for $12.00
Public transit
Foggy Bottom Metro Station-Orange, Silver or Blue Lines
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Tony DiGregorio
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thewatergatehotel.com/washington-dc-restaurant-kingbird/visit?NCK=KBOT
Phone number
(202) 838-4471
Private party facilities
The Watergate Hotel’s restaurants are DC’s premier private event locations. We offer a variety of options that make us the perfect location for private, political, corporate, fundraising & media events including birthday parties & wedding receptions. For parties of 30 and smaller, please contact skatrib@thewatergatehotel.com.

Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Christmas Dinner

NYE 5-Course Dinner (Second Seating)

NYE 4-Course Dinner (First seating)

Chocolate Raspberry Mousse

Cobb Salad

Steak Frites

Appetizers

Grilled Kale CaesarUSD 21.00

Charcuterie BoardUSD 32.00

Shrimp CocktailUSD 25.00

West Coast Oyster on the Half ShellUSD 42.00

East Coast Oysters on the Half ShellUSD 36.00

Roasted Bone MarrowUSD 35.00

Seafood Tower

Tuna CrudoUSD 29.00

Burrata Caprese SaladUSD 28.00

Tomato BisqueUSD 17.00

Black Angus Beef CarpaccioUSD 24.00

Maryland CrabcakeUSD 31.00

Gnocco FrittoUSD 29.00

Pasta

BucatiniUSD 26.00

Squid Ink ZuccaUSD 31.00

AgnolottiUSD 26.00

MafaldineUSD 26.00

Black Truffle RisottoUSD 31.00

Char Grilled Steaks

14 oz NY Strip SteakUSD 81.00

8 oz Filet MignonUSD 71.00

16 oz Boneless RibeyeUSD 89.00

Accompaniments

Sauces

Entrees

Brioche Stuffed ChickenUSD 49.00

Grilled Whole BronzinoUSD 52.00

Ora King SalmonUSD 49.00

Grilled Lamb ChopsUSD 67.00

Chicken ParmesanUSD 39.00

Sides

Creamed SpinachUSD 13.00

French FriesUSD 13.00

Yukon Gold PotatoUSD 13.00

Roasted MushroomsUSD 15.00

Charred AsparagusUSD 15.00

Macaroni & CheeseUSD 15.00

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Review summary

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