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The Henri, Washington, DC

The Henri

4.6
4.6
197 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary European
A photo of The Henri restaurant

The Henri

4.6
$50 and over
Contemporary European
Penn Quarter

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
The Henri is a modern bistro featuring communal and private dining spaces located in the heart of Downtown Washington, DC. We invite you into our comfortable venue where you can escape from the hustle of the city. Our flexible, one-of-a-kind space is perfect for any kind of event, including business meetings, showers, weddings, birthdays, and cocktail parties.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Belgian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 989-5881
  • Website
    http://www.thehenridc.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Upon request.
  • Private party facilities
    Our beautifully appointed private dining rooms ensure top-notch service, modern hospitality, and a unique space for your event. The Henri is perfect for all occasions, including business and political functions, weddings, showers, birthdays, anniversaries, and more.
  • Private party contact
    Laura Guevara : (202) 989-5881
  • Location
    1301 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004-1701
  • Area
    Penn Quarter
  • Cross Street
    The entrance is located across from the Warner theater on 13th street.
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Metro Center / exit on 13th and F
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access
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Experiences

  • New Year's Eve Prix Fixe

    USD 120.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Multiple times
    Join us for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration at The Henri and enjoy a special $120 menu crafted by our chef, including a champagne toast and dessert on our rooftop!

  • New Year's Eve Rooftop Bash

    USD 45.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    10:00 pm
    Join us for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration at The Henri! Dine à la carte and you can upgrade and, for an additional $45, join the rooftop celebration, including a DJ and complimentary champagne.

  • New Year's Eve Rooftop Bash

    USD 65.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    10:00 pm
    Not dining with us? No problem! Join the rooftop festivities for $65 at the door, featuring live music from a local DJ, stunning views of Washington, D.C., and an exciting countdown to 2025. A cash bar will be available to keep the celebrations going.

Menu

A la Carte

  • Pate en CrouteUSD 22.00

    grilled rustic bread, mustard, spicy mix, shallot dressing

    • Butternut Squash VelouteUSD 14.00

      roasted pumpkin seeds, creme fraiche

      • Endive SaladUSD 16.00

        edel blue, lolo rossa, orange, pecans, purple mustard dressing

        • Kale SaladUSD 15.00

          bosc pear, figs, arugula, sour cherry dressing

          • Smoked Duck on a LogUSD 20.00

            crispy garlic, leek confit, orange, fig balsamic dressing

            • Smoked Salmon Mille FeuilleUSD 22.00

              conserved lemon green, gooseberries, toast

              • Escargot CroissantUSD 18.00

                baked garlic snail, celery remoulade, garlic butter

                • Salmon BurgerUSD 29.00

                  labneh, crunchy cucumber, coleslaw, potato chips or salad

                  • Shrimp-Garlic ButterUSD 28.00

                    cherry tomatoes, basil, rustic loaf

                    • Wagyu Beef BurgerUSD 28.00

                      aged cheddar, dijon aioli, green

                      • Lamb MeatballsUSD 19.00

                        mango-lentil salad, soy dressing

                        • Winter Yellow CurryUSD 32.00

                          coconut rice, cauliflower, chickpeas, cilantro

                          • Steak FritesUSD 34.00

                            hanging tender, shallot confit, bordelaise sauce

                            • Grilled RomaineUSD 16.00

                              baby romaine, caesar dressing, anchovies, everything crumble

                              Last updated: 3 December 2024

                              What 197 people are saying

                              Overall ratings and reviews

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

                              4.6
                              4.6 based on recent ratings
                              • 4.5Food
                              • 4.7Service
                              • 4.6Ambience
                              • 4.1Value

                              Noise • Moderate

                              Loved For

                              • District of Columbia

                                Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

                              Review summary

                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                              The Henri is a top choice for special occasions, offering "outstanding" food and "best in class" service. This French-style restaurant features creative cuisine with highlights like lobster and braised pork. Guests adore the welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff. While some dishes may fall short, the overall experience is memorable.

                              197 Reviews

                              1. Kirsten

                                Washington DC

                                6 reviews

                                vip
                                3.0

                                6 reviews

                                Dined 1 day ago

                                1. Overall 3
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 2
                                4. Ambience 4
                                The service was incredibly slow. We kept having to look around for someone to take our order - first for drinks, then for dinner, and finally for desert. Each time we ordered something, it was with a different person because we had to flag someone down. I don't know if the restaurant was low on staff as we were never given an explanation.

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                              2. Emily

                                Seattle

                                6 reviews

                                vip
                                3.0

                                6 reviews

                                Dined 3 days ago

                                1. Overall 3
                                2. Food 3
                                3. Service 4
                                4. Ambience 4
                                Everything was great. It wasn’t busy, but probably for a reason. I thought the food was going to be better and was kind of disappointed on that front.

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                              3. Brenda

                                Washington DC

                                3 reviews

                                5.0

                                3 reviews

                                Dined 4 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Dinner was delicious, the attention and timing from the staff was phenomenal. Very happy to have been there.

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                              4. Deric

                                Washington DC

                                174 reviews

                                vip
                                5.0

                                174 reviews

                                Dined 5 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Checked in and was able to have seats at the bar. Great service. Ordered the smoked duck. Very innovative dish. Also had the grilled caesar salad. Great presentation. Excellent experience.

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                              5. Jonathan

                                Washington DC

                                1 review

                                5.0

                                1 review

                                Dined on 7 November 2024

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Always so well taken care of. Love the new power lunch menu.

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                              6. David

                                Washington DC

                                1 review

                                5.0

                                1 review

                                Dined on 2 November 2024

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                The service, food and ambience was excellent. We ate off the starter menu for dinner. It was enough food. The meatball dish and salads were very good. The service was very good for us as well as what we observed for the other diners! A gem.

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                              7. Deric

                                Washington DC

                                174 reviews

                                vip
                                4.0

                                174 reviews

                                Dined on 29 October 2024

                                1. Overall 4
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 4
                                4. Ambience 4
                                Checked into this establishment and was seated at the bar. Very nice establishment. They do have a great wine list and the range of prices reflect that. Service was ok, had the feeling that the check-in and service hand-off might not have been the greatest. Had the salmon burger. Absolutely top notch.

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                              8. Jessie

                                Washington DC

                                43 reviews

                                1.0

                                43 reviews

                                Dined on 25 October 2024

                                1. Overall 1
                                2. Food 1
                                3. Service 1
                                4. Ambience 4
                                What a disappointing experience. First, we ordered the coquettes to start - which the waitress completely forgot about. I ordered the chicken - it was tasteless and all dark meat. I know it said half a chicken - but i assumed it would be both white and dark meat. The French fries were great - the only editable thing on my plate. My friend got the trout which was oily and tasteless. We barely touched either entrees - and the waitress didn’t even seem to care. It was over 100 for a dinner we didn’t even eat - and neither of us ordered drinks! We were so hungry that we went down the street to district taco after.

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                              9. cheeseme

                                Raleigh

                                3 reviews

                                5.0

                                3 reviews

                                Dined on 25 October 2024

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                We had some “snacks” and cocktails followed by a delicious brownie dessert at the bar. Service was warm, quick and attentive and we loved everything we had!

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                              10. Jeffrey

                                Washington DC

                                85 reviews

                                vip
                                5.0

                                85 reviews

                                Dined on 19 October 2024

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                The Henri is a wonderful restaurant-- one of our absolute favorites in Washington DC. It serves creative and tasty French-style cuisine. My wife adores their lobster main course. Most recently I had their braised pork main dish, and enjoyed it very much. Service is excellent. And for a fine French restaurant in the nation's capital, the prices are quite reasonable.

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                              FAQs

                              The Henri is rated 4.6 stars by 197 OpenTable diners.

                              The Henri does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

                              A photo of The Henri restaurant

                              The Henri

                              4.6
                              $50 and over
                              Contemporary European
                              Penn Quarter

                              Make a booking

                              2 people
                              7:00 pm
                              Booked 24 times today
                              Experiences are available.
                              Google Map for The Henri

                              1301 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004-1701

                              Additional information

                              • Cross Street
                                The entrance is located across from the Warner theater on 13th street.
                              • Area
                                Penn Quarter
                              • Hours of Operation
                                Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
                              • Price
                                $50 and over
                              • Cuisines
                                Contemporary European, Belgian
                              • Dining style
                                Casual Dining
                              • Dress code
                                Business Casual
                              • Parking details
                                None
                              • Public transit
                                Metro Center / exit on 13th and F
                              • Additional
                                Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access
                              • Website
                                http://www.thehenridc.com/
                              • Phone number
                                (202) 989-5881
                              • Catering
                                Upon request.
                              • Private party facilities
                                Our beautifully appointed private dining rooms ensure top-notch service, modern hospitality, and a unique space for your event. The Henri is perfect for all occasions, including business and political functions, weddings, showers, birthdays, anniversaries, and more.
                              • Private party contact
                                Laura Guevara : (202) 989-5881
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