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Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel, Washington, DC

Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel

4.1
4.1
2237 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Charming
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.
    Christmas Dinner photo

  • 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 5-Course Dinner (Second Seating) photo

  • 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.
    NYE 4-Course Dinner (First seating) photo

Menu

Appetizers

  • 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

                                                                      Last updated: 30 July 2024

                                                                      What 2,237 people are saying

                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                      4.1
                                                                      4.1 based on recent ratings
                                                                      • 4Food
                                                                      • 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.

                                                                      2,237 Reviews

                                                                      1. Colton

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Oklahoma City

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        1.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined today

                                                                        1. Overall 1
                                                                        2. Food 1
                                                                        3. Service 3
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        Very disappointed food was not good and extremely overpriced . No way will this place stay open.

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                                                                      2. Debbie

                                                                        Washington DC

                                                                        12 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        12 reviews

                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                        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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                                                                      3. Susan

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        New York City

                                                                        10 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        10 reviews

                                                                        Dined 2 days 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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                                                                      4. Marcia

                                                                        Washington DC

                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                        4.0

                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                        Dined 2 days 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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                                                                      5. Amber

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Hawaii

                                                                        13 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        13 reviews

                                                                        Dined 2 days 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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                                                                      6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        1.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined 2 days 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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                                                                      7. Ashleigh

                                                                        Washington DC

                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                        Dined 3 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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                                                                      8. Nick

                                                                        Charlotte

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        1.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined 7 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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                                                                      9. 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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                                                                      10. 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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                                                                      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 4.1 stars by 2237 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                      Make a booking

                                                                      2 people
                                                                      7:00 pm
                                                                      Booked 33 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.
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