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Chaplin

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4.7

1598 Reviews

$30 and under

Japanese

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 59 times today

Lively
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

Chaplin's Restaurant & Bar is a 1930's style Japanese Ramen House and cocktail bar. Chaplin's Executive Chef and Partner, Myo Htun, is originally from Burma, but was cooking ramen in Japan at a young age. Myo received a blessing from his mentor in Japan after nearly 30 years of cooking in Japan, to come to America and continue to showcase his authentic Ramen and traditional Japanese cuisine. Chaplin's Restaurant demonstrates the aesthetic of a bustling ramen house in Japan in the 1930's silent film era. There is also a large outdoor dining area that is dog friendly. Chaplin's is located in the heart of the Historic Shaw neighborhood. And it is open until last call 7 days a week. Chaplin's received a Plate certification in the Michelin Guide in 2020. And it is located steps from the convention center and popular Logan Circle, 14th street and City Market.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Asian, Ramen
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:45 am Fri 4:00 pm–1:45 am Sat 12:00 pm–1:45 am Sun 12:00 pm–12:45 am Kitchen Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 644-8806
Website
http://www.chaplinsdc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Myo Htun
Private party facilities
Chaplin's serves as a perfect venue for events both large and small. Our restaurant can fit up to 300 guests, and has smaller spaces to accommodate semi-private events. Our Events Packages can be customizable to fit any events needs!

Location
1501 9th St. NW, Washington, DC 20001
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Shaw
Cross street
9th and P NW
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Mt. Vernon/Convention Center - Walk north on 7th Street 3 blocks and take a left on P Street. Chaplin's will be on your rightShaw/Howard - Use the R Street exit, walk south on 8th street towards Rhode Island Ave. Take a right on Rhode Island and then a left on 9th Street NW. Walk south 2 blocks. Chaplin's will be on your left.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Veggie Shio$15.00
bok choy, napa cabbage, carrot, onion, bean sprouts, scallions; Wakame broth; Vegan & Gluten Free options
Miso$16.00
ground pork, pork butt chashu, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, onion, scallions, nori; chicken broth
- Vegetarian/Vegan Options$14.00
Tan Tan Men$17.00
ground pork, bok choy, sesame paste, hot sesame oil, miso; chicken broth
- Vegetarian/Vegan Options$15.00
Stamina Spicy$16.00
sliced pork, scallions, garlic, ginger, poached egg, miso; chicken broth
Chaplin$16.00
pork belly chashu, stamina egg, scallions, bean sprouts, black sesame paste, tonkotsu; thickened pork broth
Chaplin A.S.S.$16.00
asian spicy sour. chicken chashu (sliced chicken breast), scallions, lemongrass, coconut milk, red chili, cilantro; chicken broth
Shoyu$16.00
pork butt chashu, ground pork, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, onion, scallions, nori; chicken broth
Kid's Ramen$5.00
noodles; chicken broth

Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten Free Ramen

Veggie Shio$15.00
bok choy, napa cabbage, carrot, onion, bean sprouts, scallions; Wakame broth

Seasonal Ramen (Cold)

Hiyashi Chuuka (Cold)$16.00
cucumber, pork butt, stamina egg, wakame, pickled ginger, japanese mustard; chicken broth

Ramen Add Ons

Bok Choy$2.00
Butter Corn$2.00
Wakame$2.00
Stamina Egg$2.00
Chicken$4.00
Gyoza$5.00
choice of pork, shrimp, vegetarian or beef
Pork Butt$4.00
Pork Belly Chashu$5.00
Kakuni$5.00
Extra Noodles$4.00
Ground Pork$4.00
Vegetables$5.00
Age Buta$4.00
Fried Tofu$3.00
Nori$2.00
Bamboo Shoots$3.00
Tori Karaage$5.00

Everything Else

Crowd Pleasers

Tori Karaage$12.00
Japanese-style fried chicken, sweet and spicy sauce
Chicken & Shrimp Shumai$11.00
soy sauce, fish flake, ginger, onion, sesame oil; fried or traditional (steamed)
Pork Shumai$11.00
soy sauce, fish flake, ginger, onion, sesame oil; fried or traditional (steamed)
Pork Gyoza$11.00
napa, cabbage, onion, scallion, mushroom, bok choy, garlic, ginger; fried or traditional (steamed)
Beef Gyoza$11.00
napa, cabbage, onion, scallion, mushroom, bok choy, garlic, ginger; fried or traditional (steamed)
Shrimp Gyoza$11.00
napa, cabbage, onion, scallion, mushroom, bok choy, garlic, ginger; fried or traditional (steamed)
Vegetarian Gyoza$11.00
tofu, napa, cabbage, onion, scallion, mushroom, bok choy, garlic, ginger; fried or traditional (steamed)
Edamame$5.00
steamed, salted soy beans
Fried Wontons$8.00
cream cheese, onion, crab salad and sweet/spicy sauce
Age Buta$11.00
deep fried kakuni pork belly, sweet/spicy sauce

Hot Impressions

Chicken Katsu$13.00
breaded and fried chicken, spicy potato salad, broccoli, curried coconut sauce
Fried Tofu$6.00
sweet and spicy sauce, scallion
Chashu$11.00
stewed pork belly, spicy white scallions
Kakuni$9.00
braised pork belly, bok choy, sweet soy based sauce
Chaplins Buns$10.00
Japanese braised pork, cucumber, carrot, cabbage, spicy teriyaki sauce, bao bun; two per order; available in vegetarian
Pork Ribs$12.00
Japanese barbecue sauce, cucumber, carrot
Chicken Yakisoba$16.00
pan-fried ramen noodle, napa, cabbage, carrot, onion, bean sprouts, scallion, sesame oil, pickled ginger, yakisoba sauce
- Available In Vegetarian$15.00

Cold Impressions

Wakame Salad$9.00
chikuwa, seaweed, cucumber, tomato, sesame; vegetarian option without chikuwa
Yakko$9.00
silken tofu, seaweed, cucumber, fresh ginger, dried & shaved bonito flakes; vegetarian option without bonito flakes
Shabu Salad$11.00
sliced pork, romaine, red cabbage, carrot, black sesame seed, creamy ponzu sesame dressing; vegetarian option without sliced pork

Drunken Masters

Pay Day Injected Dumplings (4)$16.00
+Beef, Pork, Shrimp or Vegetarian (choose one). Injection: Whiskey, lime, maple ginger, sriracha, soy sauce. Must Be 21 Years of Age or Older to Consume

Dessert

Caught In a Cabaret$9.00
chocolate lava cake, cognac, vanilla ice cream, strawberries
Ichigo Parfait$12.00
Japanese strawberry ice cream, strawberry jam, whipped cream, pound cake, corn flakes, strawberries
Japanese Ice Cream$7.50
Three Scoops; strawberry, green tea, vanilla
Japanese Ice Cream$2.50
One Scoop

What 1,598 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Japanese
District of Columbia
Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chaplin is a vibrant spot in DC known for its "absolutely delicious ramen" and lively atmosphere. The restaurant offers creative drinks and excellent service, with standout servers like Paulina and David enhancing the experience. Ideal for "fun girls nights," Chaplin consistently delivers "great vibes and attentive service," making it a must-visit.

1,598 Reviews

A
Amanda
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Tables are very close together, food delicious and drinks too!
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David
VIP
Washington DC
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food & service!! We celebrated our birthdays here, and our server (who also managed the bar) was VERY attentive & accommodating.
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Mary
Washington DC
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had a reservation for restaurant week and was seated promptly. Food came out hot and fresh. Service was fantastic! Our server, Tony, was attentive and went above and beyond. Would recommend.
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Dwight
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was absolutely fantastic, but what truly elevated our experience was our server, Tony. Despite the busy atmosphere, he was consistently attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed and checking in on us regularly. His friendly and professional service made our meal even more enjoyable. Thank you, Tony, for your outstanding service!
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Jamie
Washington DC
109 reviews
5.0
109 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We visited for a late family lunch on Sunday after the car show. The restaurant was very busy, but the staff and servers were doing a great job ensuring everyone was served in a timely manner. The food was delicious and fantastic value - the restaurant week menu making it even better value.
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Ryan
Austin
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great first time in all in all, the table we had was awkwardly positioned and felt like an after thought as we were separated from the bar by a tiny see through wall. So we got to see all the garnished drinks going out, but were often bumped into by the wait staff and bussers simply because of the tight proximity to the wall, walkway, and bar. I would move the two topper elsewhere and shove the four topper against the wall instead.
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William
San Antonio
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Overall a decent experience, I am generally a fan of Chaplin’s, but our server kept offering us shots and made it seem like they were on the house… only to charge us $17 per shot and nearly double the expected bill. I felt conned at the end of the night and have learning never to accept a drink from a server unless I am sure it is on the house. I’ve always had a good experience at Chaplin’s but will unfortunately never return as I feel used and taken advantage of by our waiter.
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frances
Atlanta
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I love Chaplin’s and try to go when I’m in DC. The food never disappoints! It’s not the place for a cozy night out because it’s pretty loud inside. The food, though, kinda makes up for that. So, so delicious!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server, Paulina was awesome. She was very knowledgeable about the drinks and food options which helped my party (some who had never been). The food and drinks were good as well. The only think I didn’t like was that the staff had to keep coming in out of this door where were seated.
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Sangita
VIP
Richmond
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was our first time. Will go again. Food was delicious and service was excellent.
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Chaplin offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Chaplin also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 644-8806.

Chaplin is rated 4.7 stars by 1598 OpenTable diners.

Chaplin 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.

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 59 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1501 9th St. NW, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
9th and P NW
Neighborhood
Shaw
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:45 am Fri 4:00 pm–1:45 am Sat 12:00 pm–1:45 am Sun 12:00 pm–12:45 am Kitchen Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Asian, Ramen
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Mt. Vernon/Convention Center - Walk north on 7th Street 3 blocks and take a left on P Street. Chaplin's will be on your rightShaw/Howard - Use the R Street exit, walk south on 8th street towards Rhode Island Ave. Take a right on Rhode Island and then a left on 9th Street NW. Walk south 2 blocks. Chaplin's will be on your left.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Myo Htun
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.chaplinsdc.com/
Phone number
(202) 644-8806
Private party facilities
Chaplin's serves as a perfect venue for events both large and small. Our restaurant can fit up to 300 guests, and has smaller spaces to accommodate semi-private events. Our Events Packages can be customizable to fit any events needs!

Gift card

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Chaplin

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card

Kid's Ramen

Fried Wontons

Pork Gyoza

Ramen

All Ramen

Veggie Shio$15.00

Miso$16.00

Tan Tan Men$17.00

Stamina Spicy$16.00

Chaplin$16.00

Chaplin A.S.S.$16.00

Shoyu$16.00

Kid's Ramen$5.00

Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten Free Ramen

Veggie Shio$15.00

Seasonal Ramen (Cold)

Hiyashi Chuuka (Cold)$16.00

Ramen Add Ons

Bok Choy$2.00

Butter Corn$2.00

Wakame$2.00

Stamina Egg$2.00

Chicken$4.00

Gyoza$5.00

Pork Butt$4.00

Pork Belly Chashu$5.00

Kakuni$5.00

Extra Noodles$4.00

Ground Pork$4.00

Vegetables$5.00

Age Buta$4.00

Fried Tofu$3.00

Nori$2.00

Bamboo Shoots$3.00

Tori Karaage$5.00

Everything Else

Crowd Pleasers

Tori Karaage$12.00

Chicken & Shrimp Shumai$11.00

Pork Shumai$11.00

Pork Gyoza$11.00

Beef Gyoza$11.00

Shrimp Gyoza$11.00

Vegetarian Gyoza$11.00

Edamame$5.00

Fried Wontons$8.00

Age Buta$11.00

Hot Impressions

Chicken Katsu$13.00

Fried Tofu$6.00

Chashu$11.00

Kakuni$9.00

Chaplins Buns$10.00

Pork Ribs$12.00

Chicken Yakisoba$16.00

Cold Impressions

Wakame Salad$9.00

Yakko$9.00

Shabu Salad$11.00

Drunken Masters

Pay Day Injected Dumplings (4)$16.00

Dessert

Caught In a Cabaret$9.00

Ichigo Parfait$12.00

Japanese Ice Cream$7.50

Japanese Ice Cream$2.50

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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