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Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC, Washington, DC

Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC

4.7
4.7
1118 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
21:30
Booked 7 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Fancy
Centrally located in downtown Washington DC, RARE Steakhouse & Tavern (RARE) is a one-of-a-kind fine dining concept that brings together the best qualities of world-class dining venues with USDA prime, dry-aged steaks, exquisite wines and first-class service bolstered with Midwestern charm. Created by Wisconsin natives, RARE boasts a classic and elegant atmosphere, striving to bring the nostalgia and romance of the classic steakhouse to life, to a time when eating out was meant to be an experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00 Happy Hour Tue–Sat 17:00–18:30
  • Phone number
    (202) 800-9994
  • Website
    http://www.raresteaks.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Alejandro D. Vasquez
  • Catering
    We cater for both social and business occasions. Whether it is an office party or an at-home celebration, we can help with your next event. Please contact us for menus and pricing.
  • Private party facilities
    We have two fully private dining rooms as well as semi-private spaces for larger groups. We are available for full restaurant buyouts for up to 400 guests. Our gorgeous rooftop is perfect for weddings and corporate events.
  • Location
    1595 I St NW, Washington, DC 20005
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    16th St. NW
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available right outside of the restaurant's entrance. Two parking garages located within one block radius of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    McPherson Square, Farragut North, Farragut West
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Offers

  • Daily Happy Hour at RARE Tavern

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Sat - 17:00 - 18:30
    Enjoy Discounted Beer, Wines by the Glass, & Signature Cocktails between 5pm - 6:30pm daily.

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Menu

Appetizers

  • Oysters on the Half Shell*

    mignonette, cocktail sauce, citrus

    • 1/2 DozenUS$24.00
    • DozenUS$42.00

  • Shrimp CocktailUS$27.00

    cocktail sauce, citrus

    • Charred OctopusUS$26.00

      avocado mousseline, feta cheese, fennel, frisee

      • Maryland-Style Crab CakeUS$28.00

        old bay remoulade, lemon

        • Steamed MusselsUS$23.00

          fennel, peppers, tomato-saffron broth

          • Fried CalamariUS$24.00

            pickled mini peppers, lemon-garlic aioli

            • Fresh BurrataUS$22.00

              arugula-basil pesto, heirloom tomatoes, strawberry vinaigrette

              • Steak Tartare*US$26.00

                capers, onion, pickled mushroom, chipotle aioli

                • Tuna Tartare*US$26.00

                  avocado, grilled pineapple, mango-lime emulsion

                  • Cheese & Charcuterie BoardUS$36.00

                    seasonal mostardo, cornichons, honey, crostini

                    Soup & Salads

                    • Lobster BisqueUS$19.00

                      cold water lobster, crème fraiche

                      • Signature CaesarUS$16.00

                        romaine, baby red oak lettuce, garlic croutons, parmesan, caesar dressing

                        • Iceberg WedgeUS$18.00

                          bacon, roasted tomatoes, pickled red onion, balsamic reduction, blue cheese dressing

                          • Harvest SaladUS$16.00

                            lettuce mélange, shaved root vegetables, goat cheese, honey-citrus vinaigrette

                            Steaks*

                              Prime Wet-Aged

                              • 8oz. Filet MignonUS$64.00

                                • 10oz. Capital CutUS$66.00

                                  • 16oz. NY StripUS$65.00

                                    Wagyu

                                    • Daily Selection

                                      • MP

                                    Prime Dry-Aged

                                    • 20oz. Bone-In NY StripUS$76.00

                                      • 22oz. Bone-In RibeyeUS$85.00

                                        • 24oz. Bone-In PorterhouseUS$80.00

                                          • 36oz. Bone-In TomahawkUS$145.00

                                            Seafood Platters

                                            • PetiteUS$95.00

                                              oysters, shrimp cocktail, tuna tartare, steamed mussels

                                              • GrandeUS$180.00

                                                oysters, shrimp cocktail, tuna tartare, steamed mussels, crab salad

                                                Entrees*

                                                • Grilled SalmonUS$48.00

                                                  sauteed broccolini, golden raisins, capers, pickled kumquats, cauliflower mousseline

                                                  • Pan-Seared ScallopsUS$57.00

                                                    smoked bacon, sauteed kale, baby carrots, butternut squash puree, cassis gastrique

                                                    • Maryland-Style Crab CakesUS$56.00

                                                      old bay remoulade, lemon

                                                      • Broiled 16oz. Heritage Pork ChopUS$49.00

                                                        braised red cabbage, molasses gastrique

                                                        Enhancements

                                                        • SaucesUS$4.00

                                                          béarnaise - red wine - chipotle aioli - horseradish cream - au poivre

                                                          • Butter & CheeseUS$7.00

                                                            maître d'hôtel butter - truffle butter - blue cheese

                                                            • Grilled Tiger ShrimpUS$22.00

                                                              • Seared Scallops*US$26.00

                                                                Sides

                                                                • Whipped PotatoesUS$15.00

                                                                  • Loaded PotatoesUS$20.00

                                                                    • Garlic & Parmesan FriesUS$15.00

                                                                      • Roasted MushroomsUS$15.00

                                                                        • Creamed SpinachUS$15.00

                                                                          • Charred BroccoliniUS$15.00

                                                                            • Macaroni & CheeseUS$15.00

                                                                              • Grilled AsparagusUS$15.00

                                                                                Last updated: 8 October 2024

                                                                                What 1,118 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
                                                                                • 4.7Food
                                                                                • 4.7Service
                                                                                • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                • 4.1Value

                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                • District of Columbia

                                                                                  Steakhouse

                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                Rare Steakhouse in Washington DC impresses with its "phenomenal" steaks, "impeccable" service, and "extensive" wine selection. Guests rave about perfectly cooked cuts like the ribeye and filet mignon. While the ambiance can be quiet, the overall experience is "amazing" and recommended for special occasions and intimate dinners.

                                                                                1,118 Reviews

                                                                                1. Judi

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Washington DC

                                                                                  14 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  14 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Really lovely experience. Food and service were both top notch. The dry- aged steak and all of the sides were perfectly prepared and the rolls were a standout! Don’t bother with the sauces, the steak is so flavorful, it really doesn’t need it. Wine list was a bit pricy. I wish the corkage was more reasonable.

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                                                                                2. James

                                                                                  Washington DC

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 14 December 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Our steaks were amazing. Cooked to perfection and just wonderful. We had the lobster bisque and it also was delicious.

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                                                                                3. Wade

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  5 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  5 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Best cooked steak I’ve had in a decade. My son who lives in DC said it thumps all other steaks in DC including Capitol Grill.

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                                                                                4. Nathan

                                                                                  Washington DC

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on 30 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  It’s 2024/25 have to have seafood in the Mac and Cheese

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                                                                                5. Trey

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Washington DC

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  2.0

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 28 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                                                  2. Food 2
                                                                                  3. Service 1
                                                                                  4. Ambience 2
                                                                                  Did not deliver the food and service expected at this price point. Both steaks were overcooked to medium well vs the medium rare ordered. Server wanted to argue. Waited for full recook while sides got cold. New steaks were cooked to rare and ribeye was gristly. Offered a free desert but we just wanted to leave. So many much better choices.

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                                                                                6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                  Alabama

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  2.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on 28 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                                                  2. Food 2
                                                                                  3. Service 2
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Beautiful restaurant. I enjoyed having the coat check and the concierge who actively attended to us. The entrees took 30-45 minutes to arrive and the kids and I did not enjoy the Thanksgiving meal. The service was mediocre and several staff brought our desserts with the intention for us to eat in house when I asked for the items to be packed to go. Prices are a bit steep as I paid over $200 for 4 people, 2 being kids. I had to pay a deposit of $100 to reserve a table so I am not sure if thar was in addition or if it was refunded.

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                                                                                7. Elizabeth

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Washington DC

                                                                                  45 reviews

                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                  45 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 28 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                  2. Food 2
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  We all ordered the turkey dinner for thanksgiving. It was quite bland and not worth the $55 price. The server was excellent and the staff had to help my husband to our car and they were fantastic. I'd go back for a steak. Cocktails also very good.

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                                                                                8. Breonna

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Jacksonville

                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 22 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  They were so nice and accommodating with celebrating my boyfriend’s birthday.

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                                                                                9. Roberto

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Mexico City

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 17 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Fue un excelente servicio por parte de nuestro mesero Silvano, el tiempo de espera para recibir nuestros platillos principales fue demasiado… el servicio de coctelería no está a la altura para el tipo de restaurante, rescato que los cortes solicitados estuvieron a la perfección.

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                                                                                10. Jack

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Las Vegas

                                                                                  58 reviews

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  58 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Great food and excellent service. Not too many booths, so we were seated in a group of tables. They were a bit too close to one another.

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                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 800-9994.

                                                                                Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC is rated 4.7 stars by 1118 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC 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
                                                                                21:30
                                                                                Booked 7 times today

                                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                Google Map for Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC

                                                                                1595 I St NW, Washington, DC 20005

                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                • Cross Street
                                                                                  16th St. NW
                                                                                • Area
                                                                                  Downtown
                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                  Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00 Happy Hour Tue–Sat 17:00–18:30
                                                                                • Price
                                                                                  $50 and over
                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                  Steakhouse, Steak, Seafood
                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                  Fine Dining
                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                  Business Casual
                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                  Street parking is available right outside of the restaurant's entrance. Two parking garages located within one block radius of the restaurant.
                                                                                • Public transit
                                                                                  McPherson Square, Farragut North, Farragut West
                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                  AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                • Executive Chef
                                                                                  Alejandro D. Vasquez
                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                  Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                • Website
                                                                                  http://www.raresteaks.com/
                                                                                • Phone number
                                                                                  (202) 800-9994
                                                                                • Catering
                                                                                  We cater for both social and business occasions. Whether it is an office party or an at-home celebration, we can help with your next event. Please contact us for menus and pricing.
                                                                                • Private party facilities
                                                                                  We have two fully private dining rooms as well as semi-private spaces for larger groups. We are available for full restaurant buyouts for up to 400 guests. Our gorgeous rooftop is perfect for weddings and corporate events.
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