Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.

4.7

1907 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Fancy
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Truluck's, a premier dining destination since 1992, offers high-quality seafood and exceptional service with a commitment to sustainability. Renowned for its Florida Stone Crab, Truluck's ensures this delicacy goes from trap to table in 24 hours during its October to May season. Under Corporate Executive Chef Thomas Dritsas, the menu features fresh seafood and prime steaks, complemented by an extensive beverage program. Adhering to Ocean Conservancy guidelines, Truluck's supports sustainable practices and community initiatives. With 12 locations and a dedicated team, Truluck's creates remarkable dining experiences. Reservations can be made online or via OpenTable.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue 11:30 am–8:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 898-0680
Website
https://trulucks.com/locations/washington-d-c/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Darryl Abraham
Private party facilities
For fabulous parties, lasting memories and none of the stress, choose Truluck’s. With flexible floor plans and a variety of spaces, we can accommodate parties large and small for any occasion (rehearsal dinners, corporate events, board meetings, milestone celebrations).
Private party contact
Amanda Chambers: (202) 900-4966

Location
700 K ST NW, Ste 70, Washington, DC 20001
Neighborhood
Mount Vernon Square
Cross street
7th and K St NW
Parking details
Colonial Parking garage entrance is located next to the restaurant on 7th street.
Public transit
Truluck's is a short walk from the Gallery Place/Chinatown stop on the Metro red line or the Mt. Vernon Square/Convention Center stop on the yellow and green lines.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

TRU Ninety-Two Prix Fixe Menu for $49
$49.00 per person
Multiple dates available
It's never too early to celebrate! We’re thrilled to introduce our new TRU Ninety-Two prix fixe menu, available daily for a limited time. Featuring multiple courses of Truluck’s favorites, this specially curated menu is only $49 and is designed for faster service, making it perfect for early dining before a concert, show, or a night out. Available until 6:00 PM, it’s the ideal start to an unforgettable evening. Savor the ocean’s finest seafood such as scallop & shrimp sauté and sesame crusted tuna or cut into a juicy filet mignon, paired with wines by the glass, seasonal cocktails, and indulgent desserts. But hurry—this offer won’t last long. Join us and let the magic of the evening unfold. Your table is waiting.

Offers

Find Your Happy Place!
Multiple dates available
Sun - 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Mon - Fri - 11:30 AM - 6:00 PM,Sat - 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Enjoy the best Happy Hour in Washington, D.C. Sip on specialty cocktails at 50% off, indulge in $5 off noteworthy wines, and savor our dips, snacks & bites menu. Join us everyday of the week from open until 6:00pm for happy hour in our bar.

Popular dishes

FRESH OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL*
half dozen, horseradish, cocktail sauce, champagne mignonette
OYSTERS ROCKEFELLER*
creamed spinach, parmesan cheese, finished with Pernod
- each$8.00
JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAIL$25.00
horseradish-cocktail sauce
AHI TUNA TARTARE*$19.00
avocado, jalapeno, mango, ponzu, sesame oil, crispy wonton chips
JUMBO LUMP CRAB CAKE$25.00
dilled tartar sauce
SALT & PEPPER CALAMARI$22.00
blistered shishitos, red fresno peppers, thai basil, sweet chili glaze, dynamite aioli
PRIME MEATBALLS$14.00
house steak sauce
PARKER HOUSE STYLE ROLLS$6.00
butter brushed, parmesan finished

Soup & Salads

LOBSTER BISQUE$20.00
aged sherry, lobster morsels
SONOMA GREENS SALAD$13.00
spicy pecans, goat cheese, apples, dried cranberries, honey vinaigrette
LITTLE GEM CAESAR SALAD*$15.00
shaved parmesan, parker house croutons, caesar style dressing
ICEBERG WEDGE SALAD$17.00
blue cheese, warm bacon, cherry tomatoes, blue cheese dressing
TOMATO SALAD$17.00
shaved red onion, dill, warm bacon, buttermilk ranch "naughty"

Entree Salads

STEAK SALAD$31.00
tenderloin, sweet corn salad, avocado ranch
BLUE CRAB LOUIE$33.00
lump crab, iceberg, heirloom cherry tomatoes, eggs, cucumber, remoulade
MEDITERRANEAN SALAD$33.00
crab, shrimp, calamari, tomato, olives, cucumbers, feta cheese
SALMON SONOMA*$27.00
spicy pecans, goat cheese, apples, dried cranberries, honey vinaigrette
SHRIMP CAESAR SALAD*$29.00
shaved parmesan, parker house croutons, caesar style dressing

Sandwiches

CHICKEN SANDWICH$17.00
crispy fried chicken, cucumber slaw, spicy mayo, brioche bun
CRAB CAKE$26.00
crisp lettuce, tomato, tartar sauce, toasted buttered bun
PRIME BURGER*$19.00
american cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, burger sauce
LOBSTER ROLL$30.00
shallot-dill dressing, buttered-brioche roll

Chef Selects

BROILED SALMON
blue crab, shrimp, roasted jalapeno bearnaise
- full$51.00
- petit$36.00
MISO-GLAZED SEABASS
crab fried rice, chilled cucumber slaw
- full$57.00
- petit$38.00
SESAME SEARED TUNA*
parmesan mashed potatoes, tamari reduction
- full$52.00
- petit$38.00
SCALLOP & SHRIMP SAUTE
florentine cauliflower rice, lemon vinaigrette
- full$56.00
- petit$40.00
TROUT AMANDINE
parmesan mashed potatoes, lemon-caper butter
- full$32.00
- petit$21.00
ROCKFISH PONTCHARTRAIN
rice pilaf, shrimp, crawfish, piquant creole sauce
- full$53.00
- petit$34.00
CHICKEN STROGANOFF$26.00
natural airline breast, creamy mushroom sauce, parmesan mashed potatoes

Prime Seafood

CHILEAN SEABASS$51.00
NORWEGIAN SALMON*$44.00
SUSHI GRADE TUNA*$45.00
IDAHO RAINBOW TROUT$25.00
ROCKFISH$45.00

Prime Steaks

FILET*
barrel-cut
- 8 oz.$49.00
- 12 oz.$65.00
FILET MIGNON FLIGHT*$68.00
three petit broiled filets, distinctly designed & seasonally crafted
RIBEYE*$68.00
center-cut boneless
NEW YORK STRIP*$64.00
center-cut
STEAK FRITES*$42.00
chef's cut, truff le fries, tartar bearnaise

Indulge

PETIT COLD WATER LOBSTER TAIL$50.00
KING CRAB OSCAR$19.00
SEARED SEA SCALLOP$16.00
PONTCHARTRAIN TOPPING$13.00
DYNAMITE TOPPING$14.00

Plant-Based

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER STEAK$25.00
asparagus, roasted red pepper romesco
PAPPARDELLE BOLOGNESE$33.00
plant based sausage, meatballs, tomato, cashew ricotta, basil

Vegetables Shared Accompaniments

ASPARAGUS$14.00
STEAMED SPINACH$13.00
CREAMED SPINACH$13.00
PAN-SEARED BROCCOLI$13.00
MUSHROOMS$13.00
FLORENTINE CAULIFLOWER "RICE"$13.00

Potatoes & Such Shared Accompaniments

TRUFFLE FRIES$17.00
PARMESAN MASHED POTATOES$12.00
LYONNAISE POTATOES$15.00
CRAB FRIED RICE$21.00
MACARONI & CHEESE
- 18
- add king crab$28.00

Zero Proof

BERRY PATCH$12.00
strawberry, fresh lime, almond syrup, sparkling coconut
BLACKBERRY BRAMBLE$12.00
blackberries, fresh lime, habaneno lime
HIBISCUS FRESCA$12.00
hibiscus, almond syrup, fresh lemon and lime

Cocktails

VOILA!$20.50
a sensory tour de force of dry ice smoke, vodka, framboise, pineapple juice, raspberries
SANGRIA$19.50
house made secret recipe
FIRST CRUSH$19.50
vodka, almond syrup, fresh lemon juice, berry tea, cherry liqueur
SMOKE IN THE GARDEN$20.50
mezcal, botanical liqueur, hibiscus, fresh lime
LIVELY UP$19.50
gin, raspberry syrup, lime juice, ginger beer, cucumber slices
HOUSE OLD FASHIONED$19.50
bourbon, spiced orange syrup, angostura, orange bitters
RUM FASHIONED$19.50
rum, lime, mandarin orange, bitters
HIGH FLIER$19.50
bourbon, amaro, lime, mandarin, fresh lemon, splash of bubbles
SPICY BLACKBERRY MARGARITA$19.50
tequila, orange liqueur, blackberry purée, habañero syrup, lime
TRU STORY$19.50
blanco tequila, licor 43, pineapple, guava, lime
ESPRESSO MARTINI$20.50
vodka, averna, demerara gum syrup, espresso "$1 of each sold is donated to the PTSD Foundation of America to benefit our veterans"
LAKE COMO COOLER$19.50
amaro, fresh lime, berry tea, ginger beer - Low ABV
HOLIDAY NOG$19.50
bourbon, bourbon cream, condensed milk, egg white, cinnamon, nutmeg
NUTCRACKER RUM PUNCH$19.50
rum, framboise, fresh lime, honey, allspice dram

What 1,907 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Washington, D.C. Area
Seafood
District of Columbia
Romantic
District of Columbia
Seafood

Review summary

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Truluck's in Washington, D.C., is an exceptional dining destination for seafood and special occasions. Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "delicious food," highlighting dishes like the South African lobster and crab-stuffed lobster. The elegant ambiance and live music enhance the experience, making it a top choice for celebrations.

1,908 Reviews

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Zan
VIP
Washington DC
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a wonderful Christmas Eve dinner - service was fabulous. Food was great and that the leather booths are incredibly comfortable and roomy for four - and you can hear each other!
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Tiffany
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Service was not great based on previous experiences. The server forgot about us.
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Tim
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was a special occasion dinner Christmas eve date night. The service was great and the time at the restaurant very relaxing. I really appreciate the ability to be able to have a conversation so many restaurant inDC are so noisy even sitting next to each other it's hard to talk. Our waiter Franklin was very personable friendly and knowledgeable.
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Jamie
Washington DC
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My family and I had a great time last night for Christmas Eve. Franklin, our server was excellent. He was both knowledgeable and patient, and very friendly. The food was very good, well seasoned and decent portion sizes. The one thing I didn’t love was that most of the crab and lobster menu options weren’t really entree sized, for example, a 1/2 lb king crab leg (shell included in the weight), and sides are a la carte. With soup or salad, and a side- that was plenty, but felt a little misleading at first. Again, everything was delicious and the portions for the other entrees and sides were generous. We would definitely come back.
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Denise
VIP
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service from Felix. He was attentive and knowledgeable about menu. The lobster scampi was on point.
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Aaron
VIP
Washington DC
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went to Trulucks to celebrate a birthday on Saturday night. I've been dying to try it out for a while. The service from Franklin was impeccable. I paid $25 to valet park, which is great for that area. The Parker house rolls and the drinks were great. However, the king crab and lemon butter made me sick as a dog!!! It was so bad that I had to leave my friends at the table and go sit in my car until they were ready to go. I've never been so been hit so quickly and aggressively by illness caused by food! We cancelled the rest of our plans for the evening because I could barely sit up. I didn't begin to feel well until Sunday night. I know that sometimes restaurants have a bad night, but at over $100 for a 1 pound crab leg... absolutely not! I'm going to have to stick with Joe's as my go to for seafood in DC.
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Otis
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Franklin our server was the ultimate professional and made our 37th Anniversary very special. The entire experience tonight was superb!!! I salute the executive chef!!! Kudos!!!
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Courtney
New York City
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
I came here to celebrate my birthday with some friends. The ambiance of the restaurant was great, over the live music. I’ve heard great things about this establishment but tonight didn’t live up to the expectations of what I’ve heard. The server wasn’t very attentive. It took a long time to get our entrees, the food was cold and underwhelming. I will be returning to give it another try thanks to the Manager John, who was really apologetic and took care of us. Amazing hospitality, hopefully when I return it will be better !
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded on December 17, 2024
Thank you for choosing Truluck's for your birthday celebration. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ambiance and live music. However, we're sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback on the service and the quality of our food, and we're sorry to hear that it was not up to par. We strive to provide our guests with a memorable dining experience and your comments will help us improve. We're glad to know that our John was able to assist you and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Keegan, General Manager
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Diane
San Antonio
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Mediocre food and service at extravagant prices.
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James
VIP
Washington DC
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was subpar calamari rubbery Caesar salad Parmesan cheese rock hard. The lamb chops were fine lobster bisque ok The place was attractive however the food did not match the decorum. I will not be back
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded on December 17, 2024
We're sorry to hear that your experience at Truluck's didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our food and it's disappointing to hear that some dishes didn't hit the mark. We're also sorry that our ambiance didn't meet your expectations. Your feedback is invaluable and we'll certainly take it into consideration as we continually strive to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance in the future. Keegan, General Manager
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FAQs

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C. offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 898-0680.

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C. is rated 4.7 stars by 1907 OpenTable diners.

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C. 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.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.

700 K ST NW, Ste 70, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

Cross street
7th and K St NW
Neighborhood
Mount Vernon Square
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue 11:30 am–8:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steakhouse
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Colonial Parking garage entrance is located next to the restaurant on 7th street.
Public transit
Truluck's is a short walk from the Gallery Place/Chinatown stop on the Metro red line or the Mt. Vernon Square/Convention Center stop on the yellow and green lines.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Darryl Abraham
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://trulucks.com/locations/washington-d-c/
Phone number
(202) 898-0680
Private party facilities
For fabulous parties, lasting memories and none of the stress, choose Truluck’s. With flexible floor plans and a variety of spaces, we can accommodate parties large and small for any occasion (rehearsal dinners, corporate events, board meetings, milestone celebrations).
Private party contact
Amanda Chambers: (202) 900-4966

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Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Gift card

TRU Ninety-Two Prix Fixe Menu for $49

Find Your Happy Place!

New York Strip

Crab Cake

Ribeye

Fresh Stone Crab Claws

FRESH FLORIDA STONE CRAB CLAWS

Appetizers

FRESH OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL*

OYSTERS ROCKEFELLER*

JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAIL$25.00

AHI TUNA TARTARE*$19.00

JUMBO LUMP CRAB CAKE$25.00

SALT & PEPPER CALAMARI$22.00

PRIME MEATBALLS$14.00

PARKER HOUSE STYLE ROLLS$6.00

Soup & Salads

LOBSTER BISQUE$20.00

SONOMA GREENS SALAD$13.00

LITTLE GEM CAESAR SALAD*$15.00

ICEBERG WEDGE SALAD$17.00

TOMATO SALAD$17.00

Entree Salads

STEAK SALAD$31.00

BLUE CRAB LOUIE$33.00

MEDITERRANEAN SALAD$33.00

SALMON SONOMA*$27.00

SHRIMP CAESAR SALAD*$29.00

Sandwiches

CHICKEN SANDWICH$17.00

CRAB CAKE$26.00

PRIME BURGER*$19.00

LOBSTER ROLL$30.00

Chef Selects

BROILED SALMON

MISO-GLAZED SEABASS

SESAME SEARED TUNA*

SCALLOP & SHRIMP SAUTE

TROUT AMANDINE

ROCKFISH PONTCHARTRAIN

CHICKEN STROGANOFF$26.00

Prime Seafood

CHILEAN SEABASS$51.00

NORWEGIAN SALMON*$44.00

SUSHI GRADE TUNA*$45.00

IDAHO RAINBOW TROUT$25.00

ROCKFISH$45.00

Prime Steaks

FILET*

FILET MIGNON FLIGHT*$68.00

RIBEYE*$68.00

NEW YORK STRIP*$64.00

STEAK FRITES*$42.00

Indulge

PETIT COLD WATER LOBSTER TAIL$50.00

KING CRAB OSCAR$19.00

SEARED SEA SCALLOP$16.00

PONTCHARTRAIN TOPPING$13.00

DYNAMITE TOPPING$14.00

Plant-Based

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER STEAK$25.00

PAPPARDELLE BOLOGNESE$33.00

Vegetables Shared Accompaniments

ASPARAGUS$14.00

STEAMED SPINACH$13.00

CREAMED SPINACH$13.00

PAN-SEARED BROCCOLI$13.00

MUSHROOMS$13.00

FLORENTINE CAULIFLOWER "RICE"$13.00

Potatoes & Such Shared Accompaniments

TRUFFLE FRIES$17.00

PARMESAN MASHED POTATOES$12.00

LYONNAISE POTATOES$15.00

CRAB FRIED RICE$21.00