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Iron Gate, Washington, DC

Iron Gate

4.6
4.6
2984 Reviews
$50 and over
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Italian, Greek
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:30–23:00 Sun 05:30–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30–14:00
  • 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!
  • Location
    1734 N Street NW, Washington, DC 20036
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Iron Gate's 11th Anniversary Soirée!

    US$95.00 per person

    Prepaid

    24 Nov 2024 only
    15:00
    In honor of our 11th anniversary, we invite you to join us for an exclusive, all-inclusive tasting event that celebrates the flavors and traditions that have shaped Iron Gate. For one special evening, delight in a curated selection of Iron Gate’s most beloved dishes, including whole roasted lamb, an elegant antipasti bar, comforting pasta classics (including our infamous spiced pork ragu gnocchi!), and a plethora of decadent desserts. Tickets grant you access to our many food options, plus two specially-curated cocktails, wines, or beers for the occasion, Join us in toasting 11 years of cherished memories, remarkable flavors, and the wonderful guests who make Iron Gate truly special!
    Iron Gate's 11th Anniversary Soirée! photo

Menu

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What 2,984 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Iron Gate offers a charming blend of historic ambiance and exceptional service, ideal for special occasions. Guests rave about the "exquisite and over-the-top amazing" experience, with standout dishes like the "perfectly tender octopus" and "divine cuisine." The venue is celebrated for its romantic setting and "impeccable service."

2,984 Reviews

  1. Stuart

    New York City

    47 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was good not great, service was very good, but it was very noisy in the indoor part of the restaurant. And there was also music playing which made it hard to hear other people at our own table of 4. If you wear hearing aids communication would be close to a lost cause.

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  2. hourig

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    front desk host was great and he was friendly and attentive , most of food service support team were good but our waitress was distracted, forgetful, inattentive and overall her service was terrible. we were ignored often, even when trying to order food and drinks missing and arrived towards end of our meals, after we repeatedly asked about it we were there for my husbands birthday and had informed restaurant and sadly it was not special in any way- at minimum would have expected good service .

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  3. Ann a

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambience was amazing, but the family style dinner for $100.00 a person was not worth the price. Food was average!

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  4. Olivia

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance, wonderful staff and delicious food.

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  5. Joseph

    Raleigh

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beyond a wonderful experience - Nacho (server) has to be one of the best in DC I couldn’t have been happier

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  6. Carl

    Washington DC

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Some attempt to cut down on the noise would help. Rugs, drapes, curtains, ceiling buffers—anything would help. It’s really hard to talk without raising one’s voice if the restaurant has a large number of guests.

    1 person found this helpful

  7. marilyn

    Seattle

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal, great service. Ate outside and were fireplaces everywhere. Lovely

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible coursed menu or ala carte. Inventive yet original/earthy flavors using seasonal ingredients. I didn’t know how amazing venison could be! Highly recommend: book in advance

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Elliot

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my third time at Iron Gate and I usually love the experience but this time I didn't walk away feeling satisfied. The courses for the family table option didn't work well together, our waiter seemed much more interested in serving other tables and it took almost 2.5 hours for 2 of us to eat. I'd love to come back for a different experience, but I'll be thinking twice before spending $300.

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  10. Guy

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent ambiance accompanied by phenomenal service and good food!

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FAQs

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

Iron Gate is rated 4.6 stars by 2984 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Iron Gate

1734 N Street NW, Washington, DC 20036

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    18th Street
  • Area
    Dupont Circle
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:30–23:00 Sun 05:30–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30–14:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • 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, Takeaway, 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!

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