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The Grill, Washington, DC

The Grill

4.5 (1541)
$31 to $50
American
99 Market Square SW, Washington, DC 20024-3441

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2 people
19:00
Booked 45 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
Chef Roberto Santibañez presents a new American menu focused on Woodfired cooking, with an emphasis on steak, seafood and vegetarian fare. His Mexican roots and French training lend an inspired touch to the American table.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Grill, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon 16:00–22:00 Tue–Fri 16:00–23:00 Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:30–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00
  • Phone number
    (202) 916-5996 ext. 9
  • Website
    https://www.thegrilldc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Suarez
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a variety of ways to create an experience to remember. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, baby shower, bachelorette party, offsite luncheon, business presentation with full AV or simply a celebration to remember, we welcome you to learn more. Our semi-private spaces allow our guests to create cocktail reception, family style and pre-fixe menus for lunch, brunch or dinner. Our flexible space was designed with entertaining in mind, and we have several options to fit your personal style and budget. Our Events Department is waiting to assist you in creating an unforgettable event.
  • Location
    99 Market Square SW, Washington, DC 20024-3441
  • Area
    Southwest Waterfront
  • Cross Street
    Market Sq SW & Wharf St SW
  • Parking details
    Paid underground public parking is offered at the Wharf. You may enter the parking garage at the Maine Avenue entrance just east of 9th Street at CVS or at the hotel check-in area of Hyatt House where 7th Street meets Maine Avenue.
  • Public transit
    We are a short walk from L’Enfant Plaza and Waterfront Metro stops. Shuttle service is available between L’Enfant Plaza and The Wharf. We are on the waterfront size of the 1000 Maine Ave building.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • The Express Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Three Course Menu. $29.75 per person Farm-Raised Skirt Steak, Ora King Salmon Or Freebird Chicken Salad / Herbed Fries Ice Cream Or Sorbet No Substitutions Please
    The Express Brunch photo

  • The Express Lunch

    Multiple dates available
    Three Course Menu. $29.75 per person farm-raised skirt steak, ora king salmon or freebird chicken salad / herbed fries choice of ice cream or sorbet no substitutions please
    The Express Lunch photo

  • The Mixed Grill Dinner

    Multiple dates available
    Family-Style Menu. $79.00 / Guest Minimum 2 Guests Required All The Bites / House Salad Sliced Farm-Raised Ribeye & Accompaniment Jumbo Lump Crab Cake / Grilled Shrimp Choice Of Side (One Per Two Guests) Grilled Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Or Chocolate Cake (One Per Two Guests) No Substitutions Please
    The Mixed Grill Dinner photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 1,541 people are saying

The Grill 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Grill offers a "wonderful atmosphere" and "great food," making it a top spot at The Wharf. Delight in expertly prepared steaks and seafood, complemented by a "fantastic service" from a knowledgeable staff. While some reviews mention service hiccups, the inviting ambiance and "delicious" dishes promise a memorable dining experience.
1,542 Reviews

  1. Karla

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful place. Lovely host & server. Food was sub par & over priced. Ribs were fatty and tough. Crab cake lacked seasoning. Burger was good. Fries were delicious. I don’t love fries being a highlight, but it’s accurate. Probably wouldn’t return but the vibes were solid — just not the food.

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  2. Dan VIP

    Orlando / Central Florida East7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was prepared fabulously. I had the lobster roll and my wife had the crab cakes — both were excellent!

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  3. Beth VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our fifth visit to The Grill and we realized about halfway through the meal that it's one of our favorite restaurants in the city. "Realized" because I think The Grill is overshadowed by some of the flashier restaurants in District Wharf (many of which I've also eaten at), and it might be an afterthought for some people. The food is well-executed, the wine and cocktail list is decent, service is excellent, and the ambiance is pleasant (if a bit spare). The lobster rolls are superlative--it's difficult to consider eating anything else but what I've had has always been delicious. It's nice that the tables are not jammed in next to each other. I also like the diversity of the crowd, which is everything from singles at the bar to couples, to families and parties--all ages and ethnicities are represented. Our server, Luis H., was outstanding--attentive but not obtrusive, and I wish he was our server at The Grill every time. The staff even let me stow my scooter behind the reception desk while we were dining! We will definitely return to The Grill again and again.

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  4. Suzette

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone was great! This is now “my spot” in DC. The food was cooked to perfection. I’m definitely coming back again.

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  5. Susan VIP

    Greater Boston22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Grill We had two of the best meals we’ve ever had at The Grill, DC. Not only is the restaurant beautiful but the food is spectacularly delicious and beautifully presented. Service is perfect. In addition to all that we found all waitstaff friendly and wanting to make sure we were happy with everything. The manager, Destiny, was amazing: so warm and positive and came over to talk to us. Then she told the amazing chef, David Suarez, how much we loved our food. Our grandson said it was one of the best meals of his life and the best salmon he’d ever had. So chef Dave came out to talk to him and to us. We lived it so much we went back the next night and every staff member extended themselves to us, including Destiny and Chef Dave, again. We can’t wait to go back! One of the most special dining experiences we’ve ever had!!

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  6. Diana VIP

    Chicago / Illinois30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful dinner for our families. Food choices were excellent and delicious. Salmon was a nice size, enjoyed roasted sweet potatoes, Brussel sprouts, hamburgers, salad, flourless chocolate cake, key lime, lemonade and drinks. Also has a very good Happy Hour.

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  7. Keya

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 12 June 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was tasty but portions were small and prices were high but it’s the Wharf so it’s to be expected!

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  8. Gregory

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 9 June 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Steaks were good. Limited on non-steak options. The wine list is overpriced.

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  9. Timothy

    Mexico City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 7 June 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Definitely not worth it for us. Was pretty clear that we would be sharing meals, they understood. Instead of plating it for us we had to divide the meals ourselves, they can have better service.
    The GrillResponded on 11 June 2025
    Dear Timothy, Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It’s helpful to hear your experience. I understand your perspective and will ensure that our management and culinary teams read your review. We pride ourselves on our services, and in this case, we could have done better. Best, Joe-Jo Jennings Guest Relations Manager KNEAD Hospitality+ Design

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  10. Daniel VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was impeccable. I would share the names if I could remember. The host (black man) greeted us impeccably. Our server (black man) was impeccable.

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FAQs

The Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 916-5996 ext. 9.

The Grill is rated 4.5 stars by 1541 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Southwest Waterfront

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 45 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Grill

99 Market Square SW, Washington, DC 20024-3441

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Market Sq SW & Wharf St SW
  • Area
    Southwest Waterfront
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon 16:00–22:00 Tue–Fri 16:00–23:00 Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:30–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Grill, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Paid underground public parking is offered at the Wharf. You may enter the parking garage at the Maine Avenue entrance just east of 9th Street at CVS or at the hotel check-in area of Hyatt House where 7th Street meets Maine Avenue.
  • Public transit
    We are a short walk from L’Enfant Plaza and Waterfront Metro stops. Shuttle service is available between L’Enfant Plaza and The Wharf. We are on the waterfront size of the 1000 Maine Ave building.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David Suarez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.thegrilldc.com/
  • Phone number
    (202) 916-5996 ext. 9
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a variety of ways to create an experience to remember. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, baby shower, bachelorette party, offsite luncheon, business presentation with full AV or simply a celebration to remember, we welcome you to learn more. Our semi-private spaces allow our guests to create cocktail reception, family style and pre-fixe menus for lunch, brunch or dinner. Our flexible space was designed with entertaining in mind, and we have several options to fit your personal style and budget. Our Events Department is waiting to assist you in creating an unforgettable event.
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