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The main dining room at The Pembroke - The Pembroke, Washington, DC
Award-winning

The Pembroke

4.6
4.6
2043 Reviews
$31 to $50
Global, International
1500 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 69 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Situated in the bustling heart of Dupont Circle is The Pembroke, a sophisticated dining destination. Featuring contemporary American fare with global influences, The Washington Post’s food critic Tom Sietsema described the experience as “cut from a different cloth." The Pembroke’s stunning design by Martin Brudnizki features plush velvet coral-toned banquettes around glossy marble tables, cream-paneled walls with playful artwork, and boasts panoramic views of the neighborhood, while a seasonal terrace offers al fresco dining from spring to fall. The marble-topped bar is a bright and airy nod to cocktail bars of the 1950s and features classic drinks with a twist and a selection of fine wines. Reserve your table today to see how “The Pembroke makes Dupont Circle a destination again.”

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Contemporary American, Vegetarian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–9:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 448-4302
  • Website
    https://thepembrokedc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Christian Welch
  • Private party facilities
    For large parties (7+) and semi-private events, please email Pembroke_Inquiries@doylecollection.com.
  • Location
    1500 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Dupont Circle
  • Cross Street
    19th and Dupont Circle
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is located at 1500 New Hampshire Ave NW (Dupont Circle hotel driveway)
  • Public transit
    The Pembroke is conveniently located two blocks from the Dupont Circle Red Line metro station. When exiting the station, please proceed through the Q street exit. At the top of the station's escalator, turn right. Walk east down Q street two blocks and the restaurant will be on your right on 19 street.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Easter Brunch

    USD 130.00 per person

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Treat the wonderful people in your life to an enchanting Easter celebration with an exquisite 4-course prix-fixe brunch at $130 per person. From an indulgent raw seafood bar to decadent desserts, each course promises to tantalize your taste buds and create cherished memories. Reserve your table now to elevate this special day and celebrate Easter in style. (Price excludes tax and gratuity).
    Easter Brunch photo

  • Mother's Day Brunch

    USD 130.00 per person

    11 May 2025 only
    Treat the wonderful moms in your life to an enchanting Mother's Day celebration with an exquisite 4 course prix-fixe brunch at $130 per person. From an indulgent raw seafood bar to decadent desserts, each course promises to tantalize your taste buds and create cherished memories. Reserve your table now to elevate this special day and celebrate mom in style. (Price excludes tax and gratuity).
    Mother's Day Brunch photo

Menu

The Pembroke's menu was last updated 2025-02-28.

Starters

  • Levain BreadUSD 10.00

    Grilled loaf, chives, flaky salt, beurre de baratte

    • Pumpkin SoupUSD 16.00

      Roasted pumpkin, fried sage, spiced creme fraiche

      • BurrataUSD 22.00

        Oil-cured tomatoes, riviera olives, tomato vinaigrette, sourdough toast, crispy basil

        • Beef TartareUSD 27.00

          Caperberries, Calabrian chile oil, pickled onions, chives, Parmesan, egg yolk, sourdough bread

          • Octopus USD 29.00

            Crushed new potatoes, Castelvetrano salsa verde, burnt chili oil, lemon

            • Head On PrawnUSD 24.00

              Prawn butter, confit garlic, grilled lemon, salmoriglio

              • Dungeness Crab Imperial USD 26.00

                Dukes, savora, chives, roe, brown butter, eggs, dill, grilled bread

                • Bone MarrowUSD 23.00

                  Porcini butter, garlic-chili relish, grilled bread

                  Farm Fresh Salads

                  • RadicchiosUSD 20.00

                    Citrus, soft herbs, aged goat cheese, sourdough crumble, Italian vinaigrette

                    • Butter LettuceUSD 20.00

                      Butter lettuce, red gem, red watercress, basil, shaved fennel, radishes, pickled Fresno chilies, toasted pistachios, fennel pollen, robiola vinaigrette

                      • Kale CaesarUSD 20.00

                        Baby and Tuscan kale, shaved fennel, radishes, sourdough croutons, Parmesan, Parmesan dressing

                        Homemade Pastas

                        • CavatelliUSD 32.00

                          Lamb bolognese, sherry, Parmesan

                          • RigatoniUSD 24.00

                            Vodka sauce, sheep's milk ricotta, Parmesan, basil

                            • Fusili CalabresiUSD 24.00

                              Pesto genovese, burrata, toasted pine nuts, Parmesan

                              • MafaldeUSD 24.00

                                Parmigiano fandueca, four pepper blend, garlic-herb crumb, egg yolk, Parmigiano

                                Entrées

                                • Half Lobster USD 57.00

                                  Tonnarelli, piperade, spicy tomato, potato crumbs

                                  • BranzinoUSD 40.00

                                    Escarole, tomato vinaigrette, fennel pollen, oregano, arugula

                                    • SwordfishUSD 47.00

                                      Clams, tomato, capers, escarole, bottarga, parsley emulsion

                                      • Green Circle ChickenUSD 39.00

                                        Fennel pollen, fried rosemary, confit garlic, chicken jus, salmoriglio

                                        • Bone-In Heritage Pork ChopUSD 45.00

                                          Nduja sausage-stuffed savory cabbage, chili oil

                                          • Australian Wagyu StriploinUSD 85.00

                                            Porcini butter, gremolata, grilled Jimmy Nardello peppers, arugula

                                            On the Side

                                            • Grilled BroccoliniUSD 14.00

                                              Garlic aioli, lemon zest, garlic breadcrumbs, bottarga, Italian vinaigrette

                                              • Crispy Brussels SproutsUSD 10.00

                                                Pickled golden raisins, mint, lemon vinaigrette

                                                • Roasted CarrotsUSD 12.00

                                                  Grilled carrots, bagna cauda, dill, citrus, espelette pepper

                                                  • Romano BeansUSD 12.00

                                                    Shallot vinaigrette, nepatula, preserved lemon, Calabrian chile

                                                    • Crispy PotatoesUSD 10.00

                                                      Garlic oil, espelette pepper, rosemary, Parmesan

                                                      Last updated: 18 November 2024

                                                      What 2,043 people are saying

                                                      The Pembroke reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                      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
                                                      • 4.6Service
                                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                                      • 4.3Value

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                                                      Review summary

                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                      The Pembroke dazzles with its "stunning" decor and "excellent" service. Guests rave about the "creative" nonalcoholic cocktails and "thoughtfully prepared" vegan options. While some found service inconsistent, many highlight the "amazing" Sunday Suppers and brunches. With elegant ambiance and "delicious" food, it's a "highly recommended" dining destination in Washington, D.C.
                                                      2,043 Reviews

                                                      1. Bee

                                                        Washington DC9 reviews

                                                        4.0

                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                        2. Food 4
                                                        3. Service 3
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        This is my second time here and I won’t be going back. First time was okay as the ambiance is great ( large windows and nice view). But this second was not so great. Waiter spilled water on the table and no attempt to clean it up, my mother’s drink was forgotten while my sister and I got our drinks. Then when the food comes out not everything is brought out at once. So now my mom is half way through her meal and we are just being served. These things are basic and I won’t be going back. The food isn’t so spectacular that I would tolerate bad customer service.

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                                                      2. Josephine VIP

                                                        New York City12 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Fantastic as always. Excellent service, beautiful ambience and delicious food. I will always go back to The Pembroke!

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                                                      3. Amelia VIP

                                                        Raleigh2 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Great breakfast looking out on DuPont circle. Good kids menu.

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                                                      4. Maryann

                                                        New York City7 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        We had a fabulous brunch at The Pembroke yesterday! The food was exceptionally good, including the Brioche French Toast, the Pembroke American Breakfast, and a few orders of the Breakfast Sandwich. One of the members of our party was pleased to know that she could order the sandwich on gluten-free bread, which was a game changer for her! The service was excellent, and the ambiance of the restaurant is lovely. We will definitely return on our next visit to D. C.! Thank you for a wonderful brunch experience. I highly recommend The Pembroke!

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                                                      5. Michelle VIP

                                                        Washington DC6 reviews

                                                        4.0

                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 3
                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                        The food was excellent, as always. But the hostess forgot about us waiting for our reserved table and the when we finally made it to the table, we waited 15min before a server even came by the table to offer water or coffee.

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                                                      6. Ella

                                                        Washington DC2 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on 4 April 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Food, service, environment, and everything about the experience was beyond amazing. Second time here and was just as pleased as we were the first time. My boyfriend and I really love this place and will be continuing to come back.

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                                                      7. natalie

                                                        Washington DC6 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on 4 April 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Loved my experience at the Pembroke. Our server was lovely and the food was great. Enjoy and would recommend!

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                                                      8. Manuel VIP

                                                        Greater Boston11 reviews

                                                        1.0

                                                        Dined on 4 April 2025

                                                        1. Overall 1
                                                        2. Food 3
                                                        3. Service 1
                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                        We waited over 20mn to be told our main course was on its way… and we left without having our main course after 3 tables that had arrived after us were having dinner before us. I have not experienced such poor service in years… very disappointed and still had to dish a couple hundred $.

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                                                      9. Lola

                                                        Minneapolis1 review

                                                        3.0

                                                        Dined on 3 April 2025

                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                        2. Food 2
                                                        3. Service 2
                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                        Based on the reviews I thought this was going to be a much better experience. The service was definitely odd - each sever was nice but we had different people serving our table. Our food took about an hour to come out after our appetizers which was disappointing. The food was mediocre for the price we were paying. Unsure if we caught them at an off night but it was not worth the money we spent. The actual bar/layout was very pretty.

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                                                      10. Christine VIP

                                                        Washington DC1 review

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on 3 April 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Great restaurant and service !!! Highly recommend this place

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                                                      FAQs

                                                      The Pembroke is rated 4.6 stars by 2043 OpenTable diners.

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                                                      Make a booking

                                                      Booked 69 times today
                                                      Experiences are available.
                                                      Google Map for The Pembroke

                                                      1500 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036

                                                      Dining areas

                                                      Additional information

                                                      • Award-winning
                                                        1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
                                                      • Cross Street
                                                        19th and Dupont Circle
                                                      • Area
                                                        Dupont Circle
                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                        Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–9:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
                                                      • Price
                                                        $31 to $50
                                                      • Cuisines
                                                        Global, International, Contemporary American, Vegetarian
                                                      • Dining style
                                                        Casual Elegant
                                                      • Dress code
                                                        Smart Casual
                                                      • Parking details
                                                        Valet parking is located at 1500 New Hampshire Ave NW (Dupont Circle hotel driveway)
                                                      • Public transit
                                                        The Pembroke is conveniently located two blocks from the Dupont Circle Red Line metro station. When exiting the station, please proceed through the Q street exit. At the top of the station's escalator, turn right. Walk east down Q street two blocks and the restaurant will be on your right on 19 street.
                                                      • Payment Options
                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                      • Executive Chef
                                                        Christian Welch
                                                      • Additional
                                                        Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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