Trummer's Restaurant

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   Rob

   Tampa6 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   The four of us went to celebrate the retirement from federal service of a spouse. I'd been once before but before the restaurant was greatly expanded. I do want to return to sample the short ribs which my best friend enjoyed immensely. The greeters at the front were great and enthusiastic. Once seated though, we had a new waitress who admitted as such and she did not know the menu very well. That's ok and we understood. Once looking at the wines, I was dismayed at the prices. Virginia wines I know well were 4x prices I usually buy at and the cheapest Pino Grigio was $51 per bottle. I settled for a CA Chardonnay that was ok, but with a terrible pour. Served a giant glass, it barely covered the bottom. My buddy had a good German beer and the wives had cocktails that they seemed to like ok. The Brie and Crab Dip appetizers were very good. No complaints there. The menu was interesting and diverse, although an item or to on the combined dinner menu would have been better if we could order them al a carte. Two of us ordered the schnitzel, probably the cheapest thing on the menu, and at least I regretted it. The dill german potato salad was not quite up to dill standards... a little bland and the schnitzel was flakey and perhaps little overdone. I managed while my buddy loved the short ribs which I really wanted! My mistake. My wife loved her pumpkin butternut squash and it was gone in a flash. The wives shared a chocolate dessert and shared a bite with us that was delicious. The bill was $331 and we had a good time and most of the food was very good, with vastly overpriced wine. Still, I would go back again, drink the German beer, have the short ribs and still refuse to pay $6 or $9 for bread. Its a wonderful town, very scenic, but the prices and atmosphere were geared more to tourists than regular loyal local customers.
   

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   Rebecca

   Washington DC26 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Trummers is a jewel! We always have an excellent dinner. We brought folks who have never dined there before and they throughly enjoyed it! Special thanks to our server (Tony) at the bar and (John) our waiter. Impeccable service.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Washington DC2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 25 February 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   This dining experience was disappointing. I usually enjoy my dining experience at Trummer’s. But the service was extremely slow and the food quality was just ok. I will return and hope for a better experience.
   

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   stephen

   Washington DC2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 22 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great service and atmosphere. As with many places these days it's overpriced but that's almost to be expected. Overall excellent.
   

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   Jamie

   Washington DC6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 22 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Another great dinner at Trummers. Food was outstanding. Bar was a little backed up with getting drinks but our waiter was fantastic and offered glasses of champagne while we waited. Always have a great experience at Trummers.
   

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   Christina

   Miami1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 21 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   I took my husband for his sixtieth birthday. The house-created cocktails were fun. The wine list was extensive, with great choices at several price points. John, our server, had great recommendations and was very attentive. From the soup to dessert, the food was exceptional. We’ll definitely be back! Thank you.
   

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   DEBORAH VIP

   Washington DC9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 19 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   All staff were quite attentive from being seated at table with full disclosure of the room, selection of food items with preferences and the signature beverage, Titanic. The the apples, and fruit chutney made the perfect Brie appetizer . The oysters were prepared to allow full flavor over romaine lettuce. The Smash burger, truffle fries and chicken Waldorf salad did not disappoint. The server Jojo provided conversation appropriate to present food without gaps in time. Jojo checked in constantly to see if food items needed to be added or removed. Great personality from Reservationist, Server and Bar staff!
   

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   Gray VIP

   Washington DC9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 16 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I am so glad that the weekend brunch is back, it was great as always.
   

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   Caroline VIP

   San Francisco6 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on 16 February 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Very disappointing experience for what is rated one of the top restaurants in VA. Admittedly it was Valentines weekend but even with a limited menu, the food was average at most. Shrimp & Grits was the best dish. The pork was overcooked and dry - I’m not even sure it was cooked that night or if it was reheated. The cheesecake dessert looked like it had been sitting out for days and tasted the same - dry and flavorless. Based on this first experience, not sure I’m even willing to give it a second chance.
   

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    Eric

    Washington DC17 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5

    Beautiful environment in the dining room but as far as the food, not as impressive. We live nearby and hoped it would be better than our previous experience there but we do much tastier salmon at home. The cheesecake dessert looked good but again, we can make a much better one at home. Venison steak was tasty, probably the best dish we had. Overall, disappointing especially for Valentine’s Day dinner out.
    

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