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Chaplin

Name: Chaplin
Address: 1501 9th St. NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20001
Telephone: (202) 644-8806
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1575 Reviews

$30 and under

Japanese

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 40 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

Chaplin's Restaurant & Bar is a 1930's style Japanese Ramen House and cocktail bar. Chaplin's Executive Chef and Partner, Myo Htun, is originally from Burma, but was cooking ramen in Japan at a young age. Myo received a blessing from his mentor in Japan after nearly 30 years of cooking in Japan, to come to America and continue to showcase his authentic Ramen and traditional Japanese cuisine. Chaplin's Restaurant demonstrates the aesthetic of a bustling ramen house in Japan in the 1930's silent film era. There is also a large outdoor dining area that is dog friendly. Chaplin's is located in the heart of the Historic Shaw neighborhood. And it is open until last call 7 days a week. Chaplin's received a Plate certification in the Michelin Guide in 2020. And it is located steps from the convention center and popular Logan Circle, 14th street and City Market.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Asian, Ramen
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–16:00 Bar Mon–Thu 16:00–00:45 Fri 16:00–01:45 Sat 12:00–01:45 Sun 12:00–00:45 Kitchen Mon–Wed 16:00–23:00 Thu–Sat 16:00–00:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–19:00
Phone number
(202) 644-8806
Website
http://www.chaplinsdc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Myo Htun
Private party facilities
Chaplin's serves as a perfect venue for events both large and small. Our restaurant can fit up to 300 guests, and has smaller spaces to accommodate semi-private events. Our Events Packages can be customizable to fit any events needs!

Location
1501 9th St. NW, Washington, DC 20001
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Area
Shaw
Cross Street
9th and P NW
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Mt. Vernon/Convention Center - Walk north on 7th Street 3 blocks and take a left on P Street. Chaplin's will be on your rightShaw/Howard - Use the R Street exit, walk south on 8th street towards Rhode Island Ave. Take a right on Rhode Island and then a left on 9th Street NW. Walk south 2 blocks. Chaplin's will be on your left.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Veggie ShioUS$15.00
bok choy, napa cabbage, carrot, onion, bean sprouts, scallions; Wakame broth; Vegan & Gluten Free options
MisoUS$16.00
ground pork, pork butt chashu, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, onion, scallions, nori; chicken broth
- Vegetarian/Vegan OptionsUS$14.00
Tan Tan MenUS$17.00
ground pork, bok choy, sesame paste, hot sesame oil, miso; chicken broth
- Vegetarian/Vegan OptionsUS$15.00
Stamina SpicyUS$16.00
sliced pork, scallions, garlic, ginger, poached egg, miso; chicken broth
ChaplinUS$16.00
pork belly chashu, stamina egg, scallions, bean sprouts, black sesame paste, tonkotsu; thickened pork broth
Chaplin A.S.S.US$16.00
asian spicy sour. chicken chashu (sliced chicken breast), scallions, lemongrass, coconut milk, red chili, cilantro; chicken broth
ShoyuUS$16.00
pork butt chashu, ground pork, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, onion, scallions, nori; chicken broth
Kid's RamenUS$5.00
noodles; chicken broth

Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten Free Ramen

Veggie ShioUS$15.00
bok choy, napa cabbage, carrot, onion, bean sprouts, scallions; Wakame broth

Seasonal Ramen (Cold)

Hiyashi Chuuka (Cold)US$16.00
cucumber, pork butt, stamina egg, wakame, pickled ginger, japanese mustard; chicken broth

Ramen Add Ons

Bok ChoyUS$2.00
Butter CornUS$2.00
WakameUS$2.00
Stamina EggUS$2.00
ChickenUS$4.00
GyozaUS$5.00
choice of pork, shrimp, vegetarian or beef
Pork ButtUS$4.00
Pork Belly ChashuUS$5.00
KakuniUS$5.00
Extra NoodlesUS$4.00
Ground PorkUS$4.00
VegetablesUS$5.00
Age ButaUS$4.00
Fried TofuUS$3.00
NoriUS$2.00
Bamboo ShootsUS$3.00
Tori KaraageUS$5.00

Everything Else

Crowd Pleasers

Tori KaraageUS$12.00
Japanese-style fried chicken, sweet and spicy sauce
Chicken & Shrimp ShumaiUS$11.00
soy sauce, fish flake, ginger, onion, sesame oil; fried or traditional (steamed)
Pork ShumaiUS$11.00
soy sauce, fish flake, ginger, onion, sesame oil; fried or traditional (steamed)
Pork GyozaUS$11.00
napa, cabbage, onion, scallion, mushroom, bok choy, garlic, ginger; fried or traditional (steamed)
Beef GyozaUS$11.00
napa, cabbage, onion, scallion, mushroom, bok choy, garlic, ginger; fried or traditional (steamed)
Shrimp GyozaUS$11.00
napa, cabbage, onion, scallion, mushroom, bok choy, garlic, ginger; fried or traditional (steamed)
Vegetarian GyozaUS$11.00
tofu, napa, cabbage, onion, scallion, mushroom, bok choy, garlic, ginger; fried or traditional (steamed)
EdamameUS$5.00
steamed, salted soy beans
Fried WontonsUS$8.00
cream cheese, onion, crab salad and sweet/spicy sauce
Age ButaUS$11.00
deep fried kakuni pork belly, sweet/spicy sauce

Hot Impressions

Chicken KatsuUS$13.00
breaded and fried chicken, spicy potato salad, broccoli, curried coconut sauce
Fried TofuUS$6.00
sweet and spicy sauce, scallion
ChashuUS$11.00
stewed pork belly, spicy white scallions
KakuniUS$9.00
braised pork belly, bok choy, sweet soy based sauce
Chaplins BunsUS$10.00
Japanese braised pork, cucumber, carrot, cabbage, spicy teriyaki sauce, bao bun; two per order; available in vegetarian
Pork RibsUS$12.00
Japanese barbecue sauce, cucumber, carrot
Chicken YakisobaUS$16.00
pan-fried ramen noodle, napa, cabbage, carrot, onion, bean sprouts, scallion, sesame oil, pickled ginger, yakisoba sauce
- Available In VegetarianUS$15.00

Cold Impressions

Wakame SaladUS$9.00
chikuwa, seaweed, cucumber, tomato, sesame; vegetarian option without chikuwa
YakkoUS$9.00
silken tofu, seaweed, cucumber, fresh ginger, dried & shaved bonito flakes; vegetarian option without bonito flakes
Shabu SaladUS$11.00
sliced pork, romaine, red cabbage, carrot, black sesame seed, creamy ponzu sesame dressing; vegetarian option without sliced pork

Drunken Masters

Pay Day Injected Dumplings (4)US$16.00
+Beef, Pork, Shrimp or Vegetarian (choose one). Injection: Whiskey, lime, maple ginger, sriracha, soy sauce. Must Be 21 Years of Age or Older to Consume

Dessert

Caught In a CabaretUS$9.00
chocolate lava cake, cognac, vanilla ice cream, strawberries
Ichigo ParfaitUS$12.00
Japanese strawberry ice cream, strawberry jam, whipped cream, pound cake, corn flakes, strawberries
Japanese Ice CreamUS$7.50
Three Scoops; strawberry, green tea, vanilla
Japanese Ice CreamUS$2.50
One Scoop

What 1,575 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
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chaplin is a vibrant spot in DC known for its "outstanding food" and "great customer service." Guests rave about the ramen and creative cocktails. The atmosphere is lively, making it perfect for group outings. Despite minor noise complaints, patrons appreciate the "fun vibe" and "fantastic service," ensuring memorable dining experiences.

1,575 Reviews

K
Kyle
VIP
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 10 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chaplins always offers great food with good service, and tonight was no exception. They were slammed with large tables from a convention, yet the team still managed to run a very efficient service without compromising on taste or hospitality!
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Dan
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Music was super loud & poorly mixed even on the second floor. Saw our waiter once every 30 minutes. Very long lines for bathrooms. Food and drinks are good but probably will not come back on a weekend. Weeknights when they are less busy is a much better experience.
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Kelly
Washington DC
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Loved the brunch deal of appetizer and entree for $25. Was kind of funny to get a frozen cocktail with hot ramen, but no complaints! The upstairs was a bit crammed w tables and other guests, but once you are seated, it is just fine. I’d come back for brunch again!
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Courtney
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best Ramen and brunch deals! Service was excellent too! Highly recommend.
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Frank
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was dining with friends and our kids. The staff was amazing, especially given they had to contend with our energetic kids running around. The food was excellent and the ambiance just what we were looking for.
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Stephen
VIP
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing as always. Great vibes, attentive and kind service. 10/10
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Nydia
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was great ! My friends and I had wonderful time and our waiter was awesome !
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C
Caline
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very good find !! Love the brunch options! Many vegan vegetarian options. I had a veggie ramen and I really liked it. The staff is very friendly
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Dawn
VIP
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were there early—12:15– quiet on a Sunday. Fantastic in all respects.
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M
Marquia
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great service! Delicious Ramen and great for a girls night out or date night!
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FAQs

Chaplin offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Chaplin also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 644-8806.

Chaplin is rated 4.7 stars by 1575 OpenTable diners.

Chaplin 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.

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 40 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1501 9th St. NW, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
9th and P NW
Area
Shaw
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–16:00 Bar Mon–Thu 16:00–00:45 Fri 16:00–01:45 Sat 12:00–01:45 Sun 12:00–00:45 Kitchen Mon–Wed 16:00–23:00 Thu–Sat 16:00–00:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–19:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Asian, Ramen
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Mt. Vernon/Convention Center - Walk north on 7th Street 3 blocks and take a left on P Street. Chaplin's will be on your rightShaw/Howard - Use the R Street exit, walk south on 8th street towards Rhode Island Ave. Take a right on Rhode Island and then a left on 9th Street NW. Walk south 2 blocks. Chaplin's will be on your left.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Myo Htun
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.chaplinsdc.com/
Phone number
(202) 644-8806
Private party facilities
Chaplin's serves as a perfect venue for events both large and small. Our restaurant can fit up to 300 guests, and has smaller spaces to accommodate semi-private events. Our Events Packages can be customizable to fit any events needs!

Gift card

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Chaplin

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Kid's Ramen

Fried Wontons

Pork Gyoza

Ramen

All Ramen

Veggie ShioUS$15.00

MisoUS$16.00

Tan Tan MenUS$17.00

Stamina SpicyUS$16.00

ChaplinUS$16.00

Chaplin A.S.S.US$16.00

ShoyuUS$16.00

Kid's RamenUS$5.00

Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten Free Ramen

Veggie ShioUS$15.00

Seasonal Ramen (Cold)

Hiyashi Chuuka (Cold)US$16.00

Ramen Add Ons

Bok ChoyUS$2.00

Butter CornUS$2.00

WakameUS$2.00

Stamina EggUS$2.00

ChickenUS$4.00

GyozaUS$5.00

Pork ButtUS$4.00

Pork Belly ChashuUS$5.00

KakuniUS$5.00

Extra NoodlesUS$4.00

Ground PorkUS$4.00

VegetablesUS$5.00

Age ButaUS$4.00

Fried TofuUS$3.00

NoriUS$2.00

Bamboo ShootsUS$3.00

Tori KaraageUS$5.00

Everything Else

Crowd Pleasers

Tori KaraageUS$12.00

Chicken & Shrimp ShumaiUS$11.00

Pork ShumaiUS$11.00

Pork GyozaUS$11.00

Beef GyozaUS$11.00

Shrimp GyozaUS$11.00

Vegetarian GyozaUS$11.00

EdamameUS$5.00

Fried WontonsUS$8.00

Age ButaUS$11.00

Hot Impressions

Chicken KatsuUS$13.00

Fried TofuUS$6.00

ChashuUS$11.00

KakuniUS$9.00

Chaplins BunsUS$10.00

Pork RibsUS$12.00

Chicken YakisobaUS$16.00

Cold Impressions

Wakame SaladUS$9.00

YakkoUS$9.00

Shabu SaladUS$11.00

Drunken Masters

Pay Day Injected Dumplings (4)US$16.00

Dessert

Caught In a CabaretUS$9.00

Ichigo ParfaitUS$12.00

Japanese Ice CreamUS$7.50

Japanese Ice CreamUS$2.50

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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