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The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC, Washington, DC
The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC, Washington, DC
The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC, Washington, DC
The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC, Washington, DC
The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC, Washington, DC

The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC

4.8 (1125)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
1200 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036

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2 people
19:00
animated flamesBooked 5 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
Located in downtown DC, just four blocks from the White House, breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch are served under The Jefferson’s historic skylight in The Greenhouse. Natural light streams from above, creating an airy atmosphere that complements the light, fresh and energizing fare on our seasonal menus.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:00–10:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 08:00–13:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–13:30 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:30–20:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Fabio Salvatore
  • Private party facilities
    Surrounded by walls lined with wine display cabinets and private wine lockers, the Private Cellar can accommodate up to 18 guests. Beneath a soaring, plaster groin-vaulted ceiling, guests can sample the talents of our awarded culinary team complemented by wines from the hotel’s impressive selection of more than 1,000 labels.
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    16th and M St. NW
  • Parking details
    $20 valet parking
  • Public transit
    Closest Metro: Farragut West (Blue, Orange, Silver)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • The Wine Cellar at Greenhouse

    Multiple dates available
    Are you looking for a special space for an upcoming special evening or event? Our private wine cellar located at The Jefferson Hotel can be your memorable space for the evening! You will be surrounded with hundreds of bottles of wine. You will have a friendly and personalized service offer to you.
    The Wine Cellar at Greenhouse photo

What 1,125 people are saying

The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Best Ambience

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Contemporary American

  • District of Columbia

    Best Ambience

  • District of Columbia

    Contemporary American

  • District of Columbia

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC, offers an elegant dining experience with "exceptional food," "spectacular service," and "beautiful ambiance." Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "friendly staff," making it perfect for special occasions. Its sophisticated decor and "culinary elegance" promise a memorable visit, ideal for brunch, birthdays, or romantic dinners.
1,125 Reviews
  1. Heather

    Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious dishes and fabulous service. From starters to desserts, top notch. Paul was the best server.

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  2. Edward VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They made my wife’s birthday a very special evening!! The food and service were amazing!!

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  3. Lilia

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Estuvimos para disfrutar un rico desayuno y la experiencia fue exquisita y muy buena desde la atención de las personas hasta la deliciosa comida. Súper recomendado

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  4. Madalena

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 25 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food, the 24hr Jefferson ribs were to die for.

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  5. Daniel

    Charleston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous experience and the food was exceptional.

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  6. Julie

    Chicago / Illinois17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 17 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for a special occasion and it couldn’t have been lovelier. Perfect choice

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  7. Abril VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente servicio. Los Greenhouse Benedict egg con salmon estaban muy buenos, el avocado toast superó nuestras expectativas. También pedimos egg white omelette y estaba muy bueno, con ingredientes frescos! Somos de Costa Rica y amamos el café. Además, ponen un coffee pot en la mesa para refill. Finalmente, nos decoraron el birthday desert con mucho amor. El cheesecake un 10/10!

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  8. Lori VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area102 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous setting! The perfect Mother’s Day breakfast ! Delicious food, great service and beautiful presentation in a hotel restaurant full of old world charm and elegance

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  9. ANTHONY

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 10 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the four course meal on Mother’s Day excellent choices from the risotto and the scallops and the desserts were phenomenal. Will be back.

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  10. Jonathan

    San Francisco7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for a brunch to celebrate Mother's Day (we went on the Saturday with the regular menu). The area is beautiful and the staff were super friendly and great with our young children and happy to accommodate any meal requests. The food was great and we loved the ambience and decor of the restaurant.

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The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC is rated 4.8 stars by 1125 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
animated flamesBooked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC

1200 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    16th and M St. NW
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:00–10:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 08:00–13:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–13:30 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:30–20:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    $20 valet parking
  • Public transit
    Closest Metro: Farragut West (Blue, Orange, Silver)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Fabio Salvatore
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Surrounded by walls lined with wine display cabinets and private wine lockers, the Private Cellar can accommodate up to 18 guests. Beneath a soaring, plaster groin-vaulted ceiling, guests can sample the talents of our awarded culinary team complemented by wines from the hotel’s impressive selection of more than 1,000 labels.
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