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The Dabney, Washington, DC
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The Dabney

$50 and over
American

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2 people
22:30
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Innovative
Located in historic Blagden Alley in D.C.'s Shaw neighborhood since 2015, The Dabney continues to pay tribute to the wonderful farmers, watermen, and purveyors of the mid-Atlantic region whom provide some of the best and most unique products in the country. We celebrate these ingredients by preparing them in a large wood burning hearth which is the centerpiece of our open kitchen. The current dining room experience is an 8-course tasting menu honoring the Mid-Atlantic's bounty. We offer an additional 3-course experience at our bar and bar area tables. Walk-in guests are welcome to enjoy the bar area as well.

The Dabney has been awarded one Michelin star every year since 2017, James Beard Foundation Best Chef Mid-Atlantic for Chef Jeremiah Langhorne in 2018, and Washingtonian Magazine's #1 restaurant in 2023.

At this time we are unable to accommodate severe allium and dairy allergies as well as vegan and vegetarian diets.

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Executive chef: Jeremiah Langhorne

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2023

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    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2022

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    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2021

From the OpenTable editors: At the laidback The Dabney, the modern farmhouse vibe, rootsy soundtrack, and roaring hearth make you feel like you’re at an intimate living room dinner party – but hosted by James Beard Award-winning chef Jeremiah Langhorn. Dig into his seasonal, Mid-Atlantic-leaning tasting menu with bold dishes like a mini apple cake and foie gras torchon that have earned the restaurant MICHELIN Star status.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 17:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (202) 450-1015
  • Website
    http://www.thedabney.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    The Dabney offers three private space options, available for groups of 8 - 60 guests, to host your next memorable event. Provide your guests with an unforgettable menu made with the highest quality and diversity of Mid-Atlantic ingredients, cooked over embers on our kitchen's wood-burning hearth.
  • Private party contact
    Director of Events: (202) 450-1015
  • Location
    122 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
    3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2021
  • Area
    Shaw
  • Cross Street
    M St. NW
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve 8-Course in the Dining Room

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Price: $295 /person Ring in the New Year with the best of the Mid-Atlantic region featuring a special 8-course tasting menu in The Dabney's hearth lit dining room. The seasonal menu reflects the soul of our beloved mid-Atlantic: with every ingredient representing the history of the region we call home. For this event we are unable to accommodate allium, capsaicin, and dairy allergies as well as vegan diets. A 20% service charge is included in the final bill to ensure our entire staff earns a competitive wage. Gratuity is welcomed but not expected. Any cancellations made under 72 hours of the scheduled reservation time will be subject to the full cost of the 8-course experience.

  • New Year's Eve 5-Course in the Bar Area

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Price: $185/person Ring in the New Year with the best of the Mid-Atlantic region featuring a special 5-course menu in our warm and comforting bar area. For this event we are unable to accommodate allium, capsaicin, and dairy allergies as well as vegan diets. A 20% service charge is included in the final bill to ensure our entire staff earns a competitive wage. Gratuity is welcomed but not expected. Any cancellations made under 72 hours of the scheduled reservation time will be subject to the full cost of the 5-course experience.

  • 8 Course Tasting Menu in the Dining Room

    Multiple dates available
    Price: $235 /person Experience the best of the Mid-Atlantic region with a special 8-course tasting menu in The Dabney's hearth lit dining room. The seasonal menu reflects the soul of our beloved mid-Atlantic: with every ingredient representing the history of the region we call home. We are limited in our ability to modify our tasting menu, specifically for severe allium, capsaicin, and dairy allergies as well as vegan and vegetarian diets. A 20% service charge is included in the final bill to ensure our entire staff earns a competitive wage. Gratuity is welcomed but not expected. Any cancellations made under 24 hours of the scheduled reservation time will be subject to the full cost of the 8-course experience.
    8 Course Tasting Menu in the Dining Room photo

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What 261 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • District of Columbia

    Best Ambience

  • District of Columbia

    American

Review summary

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The Dabney in DC offers a "phenomenal experience" with its inventive, locally-sourced cuisine and impeccable service. Diners rave about the "absolutely amazing" 8-course tasting menu, the "warm, rustic" ambiance, and the attention to detail that makes every visit memorable. Though on the pricey side, it's "worth every penny."

261 Reviews

  1. Lauren

    VIP

    Washington DC

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience overall! Perfectly prepared seasonal ingredients.

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  2. Michael

    VIP

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding from start to finish! Loved the catfish sliders!!

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  3. Nicholas

    VIP

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We had been here about a dozen times over the years, this was the worst experience yet. Having to provide a credit card to hold the table is never a problem for me. But when we arrive promptly on time after having a drink at a bar across the way because you have no bar we could sit at, then make us wait 20 minutes for a table, is unacceptable. The offer was to sit outside in the freezing cold at some tables in the entry way. The food this time was hit or miss, tasting menu was not the great experience we had in the past, couple that with the bad start to the evening and a $900 check, very disappointed. I think had they handled our 20 minute delay a bit better, I may have been able to overcome the mediocre food but we will never know. Our server was good, no issues there, very pleasant and helpful, wasn’t his fault. The hostess and management need to do a better job accommodating people and when you have 3-5 open seats at the bar, our table is late, you should seat us there for that time and at least provide us with a place to spend even more money. Not sure we will go back from a while after this.

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  4. Michelle

    VIP

    Nashville

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Was disappointed. Food was overly pretentious. Service was attentive but couldn’t get a lime to save my life even though I asked for one for my water three times.. used to love the restaurant but it has completely changed.

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  5. Ryan

    VIP

    Washington DC

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent all around. Service is impeccable and the food superb.

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  6. Kayte

    VIP

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, the ambiance, the service, were all top notch. Was one of the most amazing meals/menus I’ve ever experienced

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  7. Joy

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding- from the service, to the food to the atmosphere. Worth the expense. An experience!

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  8. Nancy

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    I had high expectations for The Dabney, but unfortunately, the experience was far from enjoyable. Despite arriving on time, we waited over 40 minutes before any edible food was placed in front of us. Initially, the server blamed the delay on my request to substitute duck for pork as the main course, which makes no sense considering this had nothing to do with the five courses preceding the main dish. Later, the story changed, and the waiter claimed the delay was because they had just started a new menu this week and were still getting aligned. None of the dishes stood out, and the meal was so underwhelming that we didn’t even bother taking pictures of the food. I’m a big fan of Jônt and would happily pay more for their exceptional experience. Even El Cielo, which I’m not the biggest fan of, feels more on point when compared to The Dabney. Honestly, I would have been better off across the street at Unconventional Diner. The Dabney has a lot of work to do on both service and quality to justify its reputation.

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  9. Karen

    VIP

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The succession of very small course were all delicious and presented in a beautiful way. It was fun seeing the hearth and the chefs creating each course. The service was unobtrusive and sometimes we wanted more explanation of dishes, as other waiters seemed to be giving to other tables. The sommelier helped us select our glasses of wine, and gave us a taste of those we were interested in. The ambience is warm and welcoming, if a bit noisy. Altogether, I recommend this highly for a celebratory dinner (it was my birthday) as it is amazing but pricey.

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  10. Eleanor

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, amazing service and staff, wonderful experience. Certainly pricey for the portions but each dish was carefully curated and mindfully sourced locally.

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The Dabney is rated 4.7 stars by 261 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
22:30
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Dabney

122 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
    3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2021
  • Cross Street
    M St. NW
  • Area
    Shaw
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 17:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.thedabney.com/
  • Phone number
    (202) 450-1015
  • Private party facilities
    The Dabney offers three private space options, available for groups of 8 - 60 guests, to host your next memorable event. Provide your guests with an unforgettable menu made with the highest quality and diversity of Mid-Atlantic ingredients, cooked over embers on our kitchen's wood-burning hearth.
  • Private party contact
    Director of Events: (202) 450-1015
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