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Iron Gate

Name: Iron Gate
Address: 1734 N Street NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20036
Telephone: (202) 524-5202
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

2695 Reviews

$50 and over

Mediterranean

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Iron Gate, located near Dupont Circle, stands as one of the district’s oldest continuously operating restaurants and is split between a sumptuous dining room, a wisteria covered patio and a handsomely enclosed carriageway that houses the bar.

Chef Anthony Chittum, a native of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and his team have revitalized the space with a menu that takes inspiration for the cuisines of Greece, Sicily, Sardinian and Southern Italy, interpreting those traditions and techniques using the finest products and seasonal ingredients of the Mid-Atlantic.

Iron Gate also serves as an idyllic oasis for fine private events both large and small, so please consider us when planning your next fête, we'd love to have you as our guests.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sept 28, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 31 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Italian, Greek
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:30 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 524-5202
Website
http://www.irongaterestaurantdc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Anthony Chittum
Private party facilities
Hold your next event at Washington D.C.’s oldest continuously running restaurant. The property, built in 1875 by retired navy admiral William Radford, offers a unique combination of indoor and outdoor spaces. Reach out to our events team at events@irongaterestaurantdc.com and book today!
Private party contact
our Private Dining Coordinator: (202) 524-5202

Location
1734 N Street NW, Washington, DC 20036
Neighbourhood
Dupont Circle
Cross Street
18th Street
Parking Details
Street parking
Public Transit
DuPont MetroFarragut North Metro
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Garden Patio Lunch!
Multiple dates available
We look forward to having you join us on our picturesque patio for lunch favorites like our focaccia pizzas and easy drinking summer wines! Please note that inclement weather such as heavy rain or intense heat may require our team to move your reservation inside to our charming indoor dining room for the comfort and safety of our guests and team members.

What 2,695 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

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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

2,695 Reviews

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theSreview
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Greek wine selection, beautiful space, incredible food.
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Lonna
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I made a reservation for my birthday this weekend for four people, and the host was very accommodating in changing the reservation around for us. When one person in our party was late due to poor weather and wasn’t able to join, our server Zarina was patient about us waiting so long to order. Zarina made the day so special for me, gave the best food recommendation (the gnocchi! Chefs kiss!) and was nothing but pleasant. 10/10 recommend the food, the service, the atmosphere. We had such a lovely day at iron gate. Thank you guys so much. Thank you Zarina for your hospitality.
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James
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We participated in the Chef's Table and the food was great. You receive all of the appetizers and some surprises aong the way. We chose the Bison flank which was awesome but the broccolini was pretty salty. For desert we had the spiced apple cake which was great as well. Overall the wine we had with dinner was spectacular as well and we really enjoyed our drinks (extra dirty martini, old fashioned, espresso martinis w/ dessert).
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DonS
Baltimore
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favorite restaurants in the area. Great for people with different dietary needs.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place and very good food. Highly recommended
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
We went for the holidays and the menu then was just better. Amazing restaurant and we’ll definitely be back!
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Natalie
Washington DC
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Only problem was that the pasta with pesto was too salty -- and that there's too much food in the three-course meal! Be careful to pace yourself. Otherwise everything was terrific.
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uwsdine
New York Area
33 reviews
vip
4.0
33 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Lovely outside table and lovely outside space. Food is good though I’d prefer more fish options. Also would like more dessert options.
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GazMP
San Francisco
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food with a creative menu that stands out from other restaurants in the area. Very friendly and attentive staff. The small entry bar area is loud, but the back "stable" room is more quiet and the patio isn't very noisy either (and beautiful when the weather is good).
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LindsayC
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter,Chris, was great! The food was delicious!
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BethL
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went with a friend for my birthday, and it was fabulous! The patio is gorgeous, service was wonderful, food was delightful, wine recommendations were right on point. We talked and laughed and ate for 3 hours. Pure bliss.
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ClaudiaB
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious and lovely! Will be back soon Simple fresh ingredients
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JeffT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and great service along with ambiance. Great experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing as always. Never disappoints
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Elixer
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Iron Gate was a great experience. We went to celebrate a birthday and the restaurant did a great job celebrating the occasion. The drinks were amazing, and the first courses were all suburb. The main course was good, but not as amazing as we were expecting. The bison was a bit tough and my wife didn’t care for it, but with the menu changing regularly that wouldn’t stop us from coming back. Desert was excellent too. Overall, portions were good and the wait staff were terrific too. For a pricy meal, Iron Gate delivered a great experience and good food.
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LucieZ
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Had brunch here restaurant week. Very good interesting food. Great appetizer, main course and amazing desert.
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Scout
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience5
Nice and romantic date option. The food was delicious and outside patio ambiance was perfect.
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Savannahr
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter was very kind and helpful! Service was impeccable and every dish was delicious!
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NinaH
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Had lunch here restaurant week. The food was delicious, the portions were (too) large and the service delightful.
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dscp
Washington DC
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Extraordinary lunch! Fantastic appitizer, great main course and amazing desert served by a caring and efficient waitress. We could not have asked for more.
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Vivian
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
I was pleasantly surprised with Iron Gate. I thought it would be overhyped but the ambiance, incredible food and attentive service made up for it. It is worth the hype and definitely the price tag. We did the tasting menu and while I typically leave tasting menu experiences hungry, I was stuffed after leaving Iron Gate, with leftovers to take home. Portions are much more appropriate compared to similar DC spots They also have great vegetarian options and mocktails which I was impressed by. I will be back to Iron Gate.
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DonnaH
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Loved sitting outdoors under the lights.
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AstridC
Washington DC
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Very good interesting food, not exceptional. Wonderful patio, amazing setring. Brian was great and so was service overall.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
It was our first anniversary and Zarina made it awesome!
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AnneW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely wonderful experience! We ordered the tasting menu which offered a fun variety of dishes that were both delicious and filling. We last went 5 years ago the night my husband proposed. We were so happy that our favorite items were still on the menu but incorporated into new dishes - the sesame feta and Greek honey donuts. The ambience is romantic but not overly formal. Perfect spot for a date night
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JenniferF
Washington DC
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
Good was amazing! Drinks were ok and also slow. Also the patio can be a bit loud if you are trying to have a quiet dinner
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience5
This was the worst dining experience I have had in years. The menu was limited to very few choices and after letting us decide on chicken gyros, we were told they had no chicken left and no other meat choices were offered as substitute. Ten minutes later the waitress returned to tell us there was no chicken available for the Cesar salads either. We then waited for over an hour to be served our meals without the waitress checking in to explain the delay. The manager never made him or herself known. Although we arrived at 1:20, we were not finished until 3:15 due to the extremely slow arrival of food. I could have been understanding if anyone had put the least effort into apologizing for the awful service and limited menu but nobody seemed to give a hoot. Huge disappointment after hearing good things.
Iron GateResponded on August 23, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about your experience with us yesterday. Our goal here at Iron Gate is for every Guest that dines with us to have an exceptional experience, and obviously we fell well short of that. Please come back and allow me to take care of your lunch in hopes of rectifying this situation. Sincerely, Douglas Berryhill General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience5
Great space, ambiance and food. Nice, short but inventive menu, beautifully presented and tasted as good as it looked. Service lagged as they seemed understaffed. But that did not taint the total experience. Will return.
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marsha
Washington DC
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We did the chef's table and it was delish! And such a good value! So much food, we were able to take some home to enjoy again! The courtyard is such a wonderful space to have a meal. We will definitely dine there again!
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BostonJeff
Greater Boston
63 reviews
vip
5.0
63 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was beyond fantastic! Restaurant is a foodie paradise with creative presentation and exceptional flavors. Highly recommended!
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LindsayF
Washington DC
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another amazing dinner at Iron Gate! We had the same server as last time and he was fantastic; knew what wine we liked, had great recommendations for new ones to try…it just made the experience special for us. The outdoor patio is such a beautiful space as well, with the ivy and lights overhead, and the candles on the back steps. Definitely a must try if you’ve never been!
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Ryan
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience3
The food is still excellent at Iron Gate. The wine list is unique and enjoyable. However, the overall experience felt a bit hectic, the inside room was extremely crowded and loud, and the service left something to be desired. It's gone downhill since the first time we went ~5 years ago for a romantic meal. I wouldn't consider this a go-to high-end date spot anymore.
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AshleyD
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic! We celebrated our anniversary there and they added a lot of special touches to really make us feel celebrated!
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VisitorVisitorVisitor123
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Charming restaurant in a beautiful neighbourhood. Staff were welcoming and knowledgeable. Would definitely return.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Nice venue and great service! Main courses were very yummy!!
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Alison
Washington DC
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really appreciated the flexibility for gluten free options! More rice-based dishes always helps ;-) The Budino was amazing and creatively altered for us. Loved the experience dining with you!
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BrookeD
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall4food4service2ambience5
Food is delicious — order everything! The service was lacking the night we went (had silverware taken but not replaced, and entrees arrived and we had nothing to eat them with; barely saw the waiter), but still had a great experience.
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EileenO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
We had so much fun here for our anniversary! We were a little nervous due to the super fancy nature but everyone was so nice and didn’t make us feel out of place and the food was so fun and delicious. They even gave us an extra desert because it was our anniversary:) we had a great time at DC’s oldest restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The chef's tasting was amazing. Too much food for our table to even finish! The service was great, very attentive and friendly and knowledgeable.
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Jeannie
Washington DC
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Our party of 3 shared the Family Meal of a variety of smallish plates. All fresh, delicious. There was actually too much food, but ordering this way allowed us to try everything which is what one wants to do at Iron Gate. It's best not to leave anything out. Due to weather, we decided to sit indoors which was just fine. Good service and as always, look forward to the next visit.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Iron Gate offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 524-5202.

Iron Gate is rated 4.7 stars by 2695 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sept 28, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 31 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1734 N Street NW, Washington, DC 20036

Additional information

Cross Street
18th Street
Neighbourhood
Dupont Circle
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:30 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Italian, Greek
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Business Casual
Parking Details
Street parking
Public Transit
DuPont MetroFarragut North Metro
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Anthony Chittum
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.irongaterestaurantdc.com/
Phone number
(202) 524-5202
Private party facilities
Hold your next event at Washington D.C.’s oldest continuously running restaurant. The property, built in 1875 by retired navy admiral William Radford, offers a unique combination of indoor and outdoor spaces. Reach out to our events team at events@irongaterestaurantdc.com and book today!
Private party contact
our Private Dining Coordinator: (202) 524-5202

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This restaurant now offers Takeout

Iron Gate

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Experiences

Garden Patio Lunch!

Menu

What 2,695 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising

Physical distancing

Screening

FAQs

Does Iron Gate offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Iron Gate restaurant rated?

Is Iron Gate currently accepting bookings?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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