
The Red Lion Tavern & The Cave at The Red Lion Inn
Italian · Cohasset · $$
French · American · Dupont Circle, Washington, DC · $
Serving breakfast and dinner daily, step into a quaint corner restaurant with upscale twists on contemporary French classics. Situated between the energy of nearby Dupont Circle and the charm of historic Georgetown, sip on refreshing cocktails or dive into small bites like raw oysters, chat with your favorite bartender, or make it a standing weekly dinner date in one of our emerald velvet booths. Ellington Park Bistro brings out the DC native in all of us. Available for breakfast, brunch, dinner, and happy hour.
“Had a great experience at this restaurant ❤️ Such a hidden gem 💎 Made reservation via Resy, when we arrived the hostess greeted us and was very nice, the server was very professional, food, wine and drinks - everything tasted great! We also got a complimentary champagne toast at the end 🥂”
“Ellington Park Bistro has been on my radar for a while. Nestled in West End, this modern French restaurant is gorgeous and worth a visit. I have yet to fully dine here, but I cannot wait to come back after my initial bar visit. The upscale yet reasonably priced hotel hosts one of DC’s top restaurants. In a cozy and inviting space, with velvet booths and plenty of natural light, you’ll be welcomed by true care, attentive service, and refined elegance. The hosts are quick to seat you. The professional servers and bartenders greet you with a warm smile. Although prices would compare to their Michelin competitors, I felt the service was at the same level, if not better. I am so excited to return and tell you more about the full dining experience.”
“Great Brunch Spot! Tried this place for brunch and was pleasantly surprised. The French toast was delicious—crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and not overly sweet. The avocado toast with eggs was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. Friendly service and a cozy atmosphere. Only reason for 4 stars instead of 5: a bit of a wait and limited seating. Still, definitely worth checking out!”
“We stayed at the St. Gregory over Memorial Day Weekend and was given a $25 voucher to the Ellington Park Bistro each night of our stay. We choose to use our vouchers for breakfast. We thought the food was good - especially the thick cut bacon - as well as our lattes and macchiatos. We also were impressed by our server Angie, who was extremely nice and thorough in making sure our order was correct. I did think the food was overpriced, which is why I was glad to have the vouchers to offset the cost. Other than that, service was fast and the decor was pleasant.”
“Pretty good! And pretty expensive. I know everywhere is expensive now but I’m still trying to get used to this new reality. $42 for a small piece of fish feels like a LOT. Good thing it was tasty (this was the branzino). The coconut sauce with the mussels was very good but the mussels were chewy. Fries cooked the way I like ‘em. My favorite was the cauliflower side dish, which had dates in them. Inspired! Had a nice glass of Syrah too. The place is small and cozy. Our server Angie was quirky in an adorable way. If it were 25% less expensive, I’d come here more often. If someone offers to take me out for a business lunch, I’ll suggest it!”
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