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Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave., Washington, DC

Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.

4.4
4.4
2415 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Bobby Van’s Grill has a very loyal following of patrons who appreciate its first-rate, dry-aged steaks and seafood, phenomenal wine list, and exceptional professional wait staff – many of whom have worked for Bobby Van’s Grill for more than 15 years.

We have the largest private dining space of any restaurant in DC; Bobby Van’s Grill can accommodate guests in 7 different rooms! In the fall of 2018, it unveiled a newly renovated atrium (now known as The Atrium @ Bobby Van’s) that accommodates up to 330 people for private events.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 589-1504
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Malcolm Fredrick
  • Catering
    Please contact us for catering options
  • Private party facilities
    Boasting the largest amount of private dining rooms (seven!) in the city, Bobby Van’s Grill has just gone through major renovations that created two new private dining Boardrooms on its upper floor, as well as a completely updated Atrium space that embodies a modern and fresh feel.
  • Private party contact
    Samantha Cohen Langel: (202) 589-1504
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Located at the corner of 12th St. NW and New York Avenue NW
  • Parking details
    Parking is available on the street, as well as at a paid PMI Garage located on the back side of our building on I St. NW, between 12th St. and 13th St.
  • Public transit
    Metro Center (all lines) - 2 blocks away; Convention Center / Mt. Vernon Sq. (yellow and green lines) - 3 blocks away.Located 3 blocks west of the Convention Center and diagonal to City Center DC.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,415 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • District of Columbia

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bobby Van's Grill on New York Ave. offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing service" and "delicious food." Highlights include a wide range of menu options, from "outstanding crab cocktail" to perfectly cooked steaks and seafood. The attentive staff and inviting atmosphere make it a must-visit for both locals and visitors.

2,415 Reviews
  1. Stephanie

    Orlando

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was underwhelming for the price. The service was great all around, but the food and cocktails were just not good.

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  2. Steven

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the $99 Steak special for two, and the steak was excellent, The appetizers and sides were large. It was food than we could eat. In addition, the staff was attentive and friendly. We highly recommend Bobby Van's grill for the steak special.

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    VIP

    New York City

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was underwhelming - they got the sides wrong and brought them at the end. i would have expected the mix up to be something they owned and comp’d the mistake - but they didn’t. the whole evening was off. but it tasted good.

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  4. Michael

    Denver

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall meh. We had early reservation for 3. The restaurant was not crowded but unfortunately our waiter was over busy with other tables so we did not get the expected level of service- example I needed to grab/interrupt another waiter walking by to order a drink. Dinner was delivered to table with one order missing entirely and one steak delivered well under temp (ordered med delivered rare). 3rd plate came out 10 mins later and refried steak after that. We ordered dessert for the table and to make up for the poor experience they brought out an extra dessert we did not order. Wish I could redo the night at a different location. The bread was very good.
    Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.Responded on 16 December 2024
    Hi Michael, I am so sorry to hear about your experience at Bobby Van's this past weekend. I hope this is not our traditional experience and I would love an opportunity to make this up to you. Please feel free to reach out anytime and hopefully one day I can make this up to you. Best, Jonathan Langel General Manager

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  5. Joanna

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We were seated and then literally ignored. I brought my team here for our holiday lunch and wanted them to have a good experience. I finally got up and found the manager advising that we had been seated for a while and no one acknowledged us, brought menus or water. The manager was excellent, he assisted us more than our own server. I would love to come back but I am afraid if it is truly busy I may never get served. The food was good not the best I have ever had but the location is great.
    Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.Responded on 16 December 2024
    Hi Joanna, Thank you so much for joining us. I am sorry about the delays and the average experience you had at Bobby Van's. Please ask for me the next time you come in and I will do my best to make this up to you. Best, Jonathan Langel General Manager

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  6. Lisa

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server, Rudy, was exceptional!!!! If you can sit in his section, do it. He was on top of everything. For a party of 11, he asked all the right questions and cared for us. It was a mid-day holiday office lunch, and he made sure we were out of there to make it in time for other meetings while not losing the quality of service you expect from Bobby Van's. Thank you, Rudy and team, for an unbelievable experience. It has been a while since folks in our group went to Bobby Van's, and we will be back. Happy Holidays!
    Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.Responded on 11 December 2024
    Hi Lisa, Thank you so much for joining us. Hopefully we have a chance to take care of you again soon. Best, Jonathan Langel General Manager

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  7. Tim

    Los Angeles

    17 reviews

    2.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I have enjoyed a stop at Bobby Van’s steakhouse whenever I’m in DC. This was my first time at the Grill, and unfortunately the experience was in the range of mediocre. We had two surf-and-turfs and two filets. The two lobsters were about the size of large crawdads. The steaks tasted sawdust-dry, which was a huge surprise given my previous experiences at the steakhouse. The sides were great, as were the salads. We ordered a $200 bottle of wine, and the maitre’d poured four perfect small portions into our glasses. When he left, the waiter came and dumped the rest of the bottle into the four glasses, and took the empty bottle away. The noise level is much louder at the grill than at the steakhouse, which I suppose is due to its proximity to the convention center and catering to that crowd. Overall it wasn’t terrible. But it wasn’t fantastic, especially for the price. I won’t go back to the grill, but I will give the steakhouse another shot when I’m next in DC.
    Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.Responded on 11 December 2024
    Hi Tim, I am so sorry to hear about your meal the other week. I have discussed your review with our chef and I am working with your server to understand the finer points of wine service. I do apologize again. When you come back to town and decide to possibly go to the other location I would love to send something out so please reach out when you make those plans. Best, Jonathan Langel General Manager

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  8. Lloyd

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had dinner with my wife and two daughters tonight. The food was amazing. The appetizers came out quickly and they were delicious. We had the Tuna Tartare and Lamb Chops. For our dinner, we had Filet Mignon, Pan Seared Sea Scallops, and Pan Seared Chillean Seabass. The entrees were fabulous as were the sides, BVG Hashbrowns and Sautéed Spinach. For desert, we had Creme Brûlée and Lemon Crunch Cake. Our server was Victor. We all agree that Victor is, by far, the best server ever. He explained all the dishes and was very attentive throughout our meal. He was also very friendly and made us feel at home. We will eat here again when we return to DC and we will request Victor. Amazing dining experience.
    Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.Responded on 11 December 2024
    Hi Lloyd, Thank you so much for joining us. Hopefully we have a chance to take care of you again soon. Best, Jonathan Langel General Manager

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  9. Jorge

    VIP

    Chicago

    225 reviews

    5.0

    225 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    VERY GOOD FOOD AND AMAZING SERVICE WITH OUT BEING PRETENTIOUS. We were a large group of 8 and enjoy every appetizer and main course. Congratulation to Victor and his great service. Made us feel at home. Will go back for sure.
    Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.Responded on 25 November 2024
    Hi Jorge, Thank you so much for joining us. I will definitely share your positive review with Victor and the team. Thank you again. Best, Jonathan Langel General Manager

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  10. Wilma

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My recent lunch experience was fantastic. The menu featured a diverse range of dishes, each promising a delightful taste of different cuisines. Our waiter was very knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating.
    Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.Responded on 25 November 2024
    Hi Wilma, Thank you so much for joining us. I hope we have a chance to see you again soon. Best, Jonathan Langel General Manager

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FAQs

Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave. offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 589-1504.

Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave. is rated 4.4 stars by 2415 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today

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Google Map for Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.

1201 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20005

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located at the corner of 12th St. NW and New York Avenue NW
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available on the street, as well as at a paid PMI Garage located on the back side of our building on I St. NW, between 12th St. and 13th St.
  • Public transit
    Metro Center (all lines) - 2 blocks away; Convention Center / Mt. Vernon Sq. (yellow and green lines) - 3 blocks away.Located 3 blocks west of the Convention Center and diagonal to City Center DC.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Malcolm Fredrick
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 589-1504
  • Catering
    Please contact us for catering options
  • Private party facilities
    Boasting the largest amount of private dining rooms (seven!) in the city, Bobby Van’s Grill has just gone through major renovations that created two new private dining Boardrooms on its upper floor, as well as a completely updated Atrium space that embodies a modern and fresh feel.
  • Private party contact
    Samantha Cohen Langel: (202) 589-1504
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