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Just For You Filet and Lobster - The Palm Washington DC, Washington, DC

The Palm Washington DC

4.7
4.7
4258 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Wherever you join us, The Palm will always feel like home. Known as the go-to place for classic Italian fare, prime steaks, fresh jumbo Nova Scotia Lobsters and an extensive wine list since 1926. The Palm is both sophisticated and welcoming to generations of guests, all of whom are treated like family from the moment they walk in the door.

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2 people

9:00 p.m.


Booked 28 times today

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Private dining

Private dining

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 293-9091
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Christian Fuentes
  • Catering
    You provide the occasion; we’ll set the scene. Whether you’re organizing a rehearsal dinner or a business lunch presentation, we’ll work with you to create a personalized, enjoyable, and memorable event. Our team of expert staff will do everything required to create a positive experience for your valued guests – from the warm greeting they receive on arrival to their last bite of dessert. Visit http://www.thepalm.com/privatedining to start planning your event.
  • Private party facilities
    We approach every private dining gathering as an opportunity to showcase The Palm’s signature hospitality, fantastic food, professional dining atmosphere and personalized service. The Palm Washington DC offers Private Dining for parties of 15-85. We have two private dining rooms that accommodate se
  • Private party contact
    Melinda Rust : (202) 222-0500
  • Neighbourhood
    Dupont Circle
  • Cross Street
    N & M Street
  • Parking Details
    Valet
  • Public Transit
    Metro stop on the Red Line at Dupont Circle
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,258 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Good for business meals

  • District of Columbia

    Good for business meals

  • District of Columbia

    Steakhouse

4,258 Reviews
  1. Harry

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Host, waiter was amazing! Food was delicious as well!

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  2. bruce

    Wilmington

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was fantastic There are non better than Chuck

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  3. Anonymous

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Good food and drinks. A bit on the pricey side. Great ambience for a genuine DC experience.

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  4. stevenm

    Oklahoma City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great business dinner venue. Excellent service by Jesus.

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  5. LaurenS

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The chicken parm and Johnny were amazing , as always!

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  6. SMR1

    Washington DC

    20 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience5
    Service not at usual high quality last night for dinner.

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  7. CharlesL

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great lunch at the Palm--Black bean soup and garden salad--professional and friendly service!! The outside patio is quiet with lots of light!!

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  8. WilliamM

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Last night we ate at The Palm on 19th street in Washington, D.C. The food and service were terrific.

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  9. lunchgirl

    Washington DC

    64 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Disappointed this time. My friend and I chose the pre-fix lunch with the chicken parmesan, and it was so overcooked, could hardly cut it. The server was nice, but he brought the check and did not bring the dessert. Normally, that would not have been an issue, but it was my friend's birthday and I noted that in my reservation. The Palm is generally great, so I won't hold it against them.

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  10. MikeS

    Cleveland

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    john our waiter provided us the finest dinner experience in DC!

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  11. EasyP

    Washington DC

    211 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    211 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Took advantage of the lobster special for two. Great cocktails and salads.We got a 4lb lobster. Everything was very tasty. No room for the dessert so we brought that home. Reggie was a real treat to have as a server. We will dine again soon.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    102 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    102 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time at the Palm last night. Our waiter, Charles, made the evening, as he was fun, personable and offered very good advice about food and beverage choices. My husband and I started with a champagne cocktail, which was perfectly made, and the Palm’s Old fashioned, which was a good, stiff drink. I had the crabmeat cocktail. The crab tasted slightly past its prime, but I combined it with my cocktail sauce, so it ate well. The crab is served in purple cabbage leaves for the appearance. That does, however, make it difficult to get to all of the crab. My husband had the thick-cut steakhouse bacon, which he enjoyed. We each got the prime bone-in ribeye, cooked medium rare, which was fabulous! For sides, we had the creamed spinach and the half & half: half onion strings and half fried potatoes. Both were delicious. With my crabmeat cocktail, I had a glass of sauvignon blanc that was not on the menu but recommend by our waiter. It was excellent. We spilt a bottle of Daou Cabernet Sauvignon with our steaks. We did not get dessert, as we were too full, but a cup of coffee rounded out the evening.

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  13. KIMK

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    We frequent the palm for special occasions. We had a great birthday celebration. The steaks were prepared as ordered. Record all server was friendly and attentive.  My only concern was, they did not openly advertise the lobster dinner for two that they usually have during the summer months. I’ll waiter was able to give us details once we asked. 

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  14. Screech

    Washington DC

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My first time, but surely not my last. Free valet parking also.

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  15. GordonB

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were exceptional! The restaurant week menu was expansive and well worth the prefix price. In particular, the filet was outstanding from the seasoning to the requested temperature. I strongly recommend the Palm restaurant for special occasions.

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  16. StephenM

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall1food2service2ambience4
    Dined at The Palm for Summer 2023 Restaurant Week and felt rushed with underwhelming food. Our party of three arrived and were quickly seated by responsive staff. We were given standard menus, had to reconfirm online that The Palm was a RW participant and ordered drinks. Service at this point was great. But when we requested the RW menu, it appeared we became second class diners. While the waiter gave great suggestions, the rest of the meal was rushed with what we all felt was a push to turn over the table. The steaks were good, though not on par with other high-end steakhouses. The chicken parm was very underwhelming and that diner didn't finish it, noting it was one of the worst he had. Sides were acceptable. If a restaurant participates in RW, it should willingly do so and offer diners those options without having to ask. Service should be on par with that found throughout the year. My, and my fellow diners take-away: there are many top tier steakhouses in DC and whether it's RW or a regular dinner, we'll be looking to those other steakhouses in the future.

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  17. Maurita

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was one of the best birthdays luncheons. Curtis our server was great.

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  18. Dale

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the roasted garlic accompaniment to the filet instead of butter or gravy. Delicious!! And superior and professional waiter.

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  19. GaryH

    Portland

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a wonderful experience. I had the lobster bisque wonderful and the lamb was perfect! I have joined the points program years ago and was happily surprised I even got a discount form the points- nice surprise. Top dollar place but it’s worth it if it’s in your budget. I been to the Palm in many cities and they do not disappoint.

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  20. amyh

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Love this place bc I like to sit in the glass room up front. It’s great but can be very loud with only a few people bc the voices really carry in that room.

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  21. JohnW

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Early Sunday evening in August is pretty slow. so, lightly staffed accordingly

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  22. GregS

    Baltimore

    77 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    77 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A truly wonderful experience from reception to exit. Spectacular service and great food are a tough combination to beat. One fantastic evening was had by all.

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  23. ThomasU

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good meal and service was good. Not crowded on a Thursday night.

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  24. JudyM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    We ordered a 3 lb lobster and got a 5 lb one. And, of course had to pay that much more for it, but would never have ordered a side if we knew we were getting that much more food. If there weren’t any more 3lb lobsters, our waiter should have told us and given us a choice about whether we wanted it.

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  25. JPinDC

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Can't go wrong with a caesar ribeye. Enough said.

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  26. Tony

    Houston

    71 reviews

    4.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    The food and server were excellent The place is nice to have good food However, the person in charge could have been more polite I requested some details regarding my points and his answer did not quite answered my question as well as it was like trying to make me feel bad about asking it

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  27. HowardA

    Phoenix

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    When we lived in Chicago we would dine at the Chicago Palm (Swissotel) frequently. Having moved over 5 years ago we haven't been able to go to a Palm. But when we were visiting DC last week we had dinner at the Palm in Bethesda. What a great meal--and our waiter Charles made the dining experience that much more enjoyable. We know the Palm is famous for its steaks, but if you don't try their Chicken Parm, Half & Half and the best wedge salad on the planet, you are missing a fantastic dining experience. We can't wait to go back--and Charles, thanks for your great service and conversation.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall1food5service1ambience1
    Very disappointed as we were rushed out of the restaurant by that waiter

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Quality of food has gone down. Ours was slightly cold and the Wagyu filet wasn’t any better than a normal filet at twice the price. Made me wonder if it was even Wagyu. This used to be a go to place for us…not anymore.

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  30. Logger60

    London

    52 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just another typical night at the Palm -- everything was flawless! And complimentary port at the end was a fabulous touch!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious! Fantastic steaks, fish, and amazing lobsters!!! The sides were delicious, the appetisers were tasty, the servers/staff were gracious and kind! The Palm remains a reliable, wonderful place to dine!

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  32. Logger60

    London

    52 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on June 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Johnny Feaver is the greatest waiter on the planet!!!

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  33. GSCMJOE

    Washington DC

    273 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    273 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Service and food excellent. Noise level was high and air conditioning was too cold, making dining a bit uncomfortable.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Went for a 50th bday. Bought three expensive bottles of champagne. Decent service and my lobster was great - wife's meal, not so great, but they removed it.

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  35. Mary

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Great steaks and an excellent wine list. But too expensive and WAY TOO LOUD.

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  36. anthonyj

    West Palm Beach

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Crab cakes were excellent. My filet, perfect. Had a drink at the bar before being seated for dinner and was treated to a great conversation and cocktail by a perfect martini! Great evening!

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  37. Foodie31

    Washington DC

    66 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great experience at The Palm. You're treated really well & the food never disappoints! Excellent service by John.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Good. Perfect power lunch with reasonable price in nice atmosphere.

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  39. PamelaW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    I always get the broiled lobster at The Palm, and yesterday did not disappoint! But since they were bought out, by a large corporation, you no longer get a free dessert (and the rewards program is now very skimpy). But the sea bass my friend ordered was to die for, as were the shoe string onion rings!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    The food and service were not only not $300 dinner not good - they were just not good. Even the mashed potatoes were not great. The $16 mashed potatoes.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Palm Washington DC using the Order Online button. The Palm Washington DC also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. The Palm Washington DC also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 293-9091.

The Palm Washington DC is rated 4.7 stars by 4258 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 p.m.


Booked 28 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Palm Washington DC

1225 19th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    N & M Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Dupont Circle
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    Valet
  • Public Transit
    Metro stop on the Red Line at Dupont Circle
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Christian Fuentes
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 293-9091
  • Catering
    You provide the occasion; we’ll set the scene. Whether you’re organizing a rehearsal dinner or a business lunch presentation, we’ll work with you to create a personalized, enjoyable, and memorable event. Our team of expert staff will do everything required to create a positive experience for your valued guests – from the warm greeting they receive on arrival to their last bite of dessert. Visit http://www.thepalm.com/privatedining to start planning your event.
  • Private party facilities
    We approach every private dining gathering as an opportunity to showcase The Palm’s signature hospitality, fantastic food, professional dining atmosphere and personalized service. The Palm Washington DC offers Private Dining for parties of 15-85. We have two private dining rooms that accommodate se
  • Private party contact
    Melinda Rust : (202) 222-0500
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