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Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C., Washington, DC

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.

4.7
4.7
1882 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Fancy
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Truluck's, a premier dining destination since 1992, offers high-quality seafood and exceptional service with a commitment to sustainability. Renowned for its Florida Stone Crab, Truluck's ensures this delicacy goes from trap to table in 24 hours during its October to May season. Under Corporate Executive Chef Thomas Dritsas, the menu features fresh seafood and prime steaks, complemented by an extensive beverage program. Adhering to Ocean Conservancy guidelines, Truluck's supports sustainable practices and community initiatives. With 12 locations and a dedicated team, Truluck's creates remarkable dining experiences. Reservations can be made online or via OpenTable.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Fri 11:30–22:00 Thu 12:00–21:00 Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 14:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (202) 898-0680
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Darryl Abraham
  • Private party facilities
    For fabulous parties, lasting memories and none of the stress, choose Truluck’s. With flexible floor plans and a variety of spaces, we can accommodate parties large and small for any occasion (rehearsal dinners, corporate events, board meetings, milestone celebrations).
  • Private party contact
    Amanda Chambers: (202) 900-4966
  • Area
    Mount Vernon Square
  • Cross Street
    7th and K St NW
  • Parking details
    Colonial Parking garage entrance is located next to the restaurant on 7th street.
  • Public transit
    Truluck's is a short walk from the Gallery Place/Chinatown stop on the Metro red line or the Mt. Vernon Square/Convention Center stop on the yellow and green lines.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • A Stress-Free Thanksgiving Celebration

    US$29.00 - US$59.00 per person

    28 Nov 2024 only
    Our 3 course Thanksgiving menu features a cornucopia of the classic dishes you love — elevated with a Truluck’s twist, of course — for just $59 for adults & $29 for those 12 and under. Start with a seasonal soup or salad before the main event: our Herb Roasted Turkey Breast with all the trimmings, including mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, & cranberry apple compote. Just be sure to save room for the dessert course. Choose from our famous Carrot Cake or Pumpkin Cheesecake and finish dinner with a decadent flourish. In the mood for surf and turkey? Our full menu of iconic seafood dishes and hand-cut steaks are also available, as is Florida Stone Crab, which is now in season and fresh as can be. Your table is waiting.
    A Stress-Free Thanksgiving Celebration photo
  • TRU Ninety-Two Prix Fixe Menu for $49

    US$49.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    It's never too early to celebrate! We’re thrilled to introduce our new TRU Ninety-Two prix fixe menu, available daily for a limited time. Featuring multiple courses of Truluck’s favorites, this specially curated menu is only $49 and is designed for faster service, making it perfect for early dining before a concert, show, or a night out. Available until 6:00 PM, it’s the ideal start to an unforgettable evening. Savor the ocean’s finest seafood such as scallop & shrimp sauté and sesame crusted tuna or cut into a juicy filet mignon, paired with wines by the glass, seasonal cocktails, and indulgent desserts. But hurry—this offer won’t last long. Join us and let the magic of the evening unfold. Your table is waiting.
    TRU Ninety-Two Prix Fixe Menu for $49 photo

Offers

  • Find Your Happy Place!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 14:00 - 18:00,Mon - Fri - 11:30 - 18:00,Sat - 17:00 - 18:00
    Enjoy the best Happy Hour in Washington, D.C. Sip on specialty cocktails at 50% off, indulge in $5 off noteworthy wines, and savor our dips, snacks & bites menu. Join us everyday of the week from open until 6:00pm for happy hour in our bar.

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What 1,882 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Seafood

  • District of Columbia

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Truluck's in Washington, D.C. offers an "amazing dining experience" with impeccable service and a "fantastic ambiance." Diners rave about the South African lobster, crab cakes, and "velvety lobster bisque." The live music adds to the elegant atmosphere, making it ideal for special occasions. While some mention occasional service lapses, the "excellent food and welcoming staff" keep guests returning for more.

1,882 Reviews
  1. Paula

    Newcastle

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my second time dining here. The first time was a few weeks ago and the experience was excellent. This time our steak was served and it smelled and tasted bad. While they quickly removed and prepared a chicken dish, I wouldn’t go back. Paying $300 for dinner requires a certain expectation and bad meat has ruined my brand experience. I won’t return again.

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  2. J

    Baltimore

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    First time - Horrible experience (ordered food, waited an hour plus, didn’t receive food; received a gift card as compensation/solution from Manager). Good ambiance, service chaotic. Second time - more or less of the same situation (ordered food, waited 30 minutes for food, items ordered were missing/wasn’t received). Good ambiance & items received were good. Overall conclusion: Chaotic service (long wait time for food, plus ordered items was forgotten/not received both times). Good ambiance, service chaotic. Given the menu prices and “encouraging a polished dress style” note/dining guideline, the service didn’t match either time.
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
    Thanks for the feedback. We're sorry to hear about your recent experience at Truluck's. We understand that waiting for your food and missing items can be frustrating, and we apologize for the inconvenience caused. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our ambiance and received good items, but we're disappointed that our service didn't meet your expectations. Your comments will be taken into consideration as we strive to improve our services. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better experience. Keegan, General Manager

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  3. Charlotte

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went to celebrate the birthday of two people. The server Abi was very personable and recommended goof food selections It was a very pleasant surprise how the restaurant went out to make our birthdays very celebratory. My steak was delicious and cooked to as I requested and the cocktail was very good. Everyone in the party was pleased that I recommended the restaurant. I will definitely return again.
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
    We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends had a memorable birthday celebration at Truluck's! It's great to know that our team made your day special. We're glad you enjoyed our food recommendations and the steak was cooked to your liking. It's always our goal to make special occasions memorable for our guests. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon! Keegan, General Manager

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  4. Charles

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience. Paul was great and i’ll definitely be back
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
    Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had an awesome experience at Truluck's! It's wonderful to know that our team was able to provide you with great service. We appreciate your high ratings and your comments about our food and value. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Keegan- General Manager

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  5. Kim

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We initially had a little hiccup, but the management made it right ✅️ Everything turned out well. Food & service were impeccable
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Kim! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Truluck's. We're glad everything turned out well, and we're so glad to hear that you appreciated our food and service. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience for all our guests, and your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon! Keegan, General Manager

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  6. Michael

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great experience. The food, service, and atmosphere was excellent.
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
    Hey Michael, Wow, what a wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Truluck's. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our food, service, and atmosphere. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we can't wait to welcome you back soon. Thank you for your 5-star review! Keegan, General Manager

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, service and ambiance is always superb.
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
    Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Truluck's. It's wonderful to know that our food, service, and ambiance met your expectations. We always strive to provide the best for our guests and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Keegan, General Manager

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  8. kerry

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was awesome! This restaurant was truly upscale, from the ambiance, service, cleanliness and more importantly the food!!! Will definitely come back!
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
    We're over the moon to hear about your wonderful experience at Truluck's. We strive to provide an upscale dining experience with exceptional service, and it's heartening to know we hit the mark for you. Your kind words about our ambiance, service, and cleanliness are greatly appreciated. We're thrilled you enjoyed the food as well! We can't wait to welcome you back for another exceptional experience. Keegan, General Manager

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  9. Marcus

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I went for my birthday celebration. We had a table of 4. All of the servers were attentive, suggestive with menu items and drinks, and polite. The attire requiring business casual, made the dining experience exceptional for the occasion. It fit the motif and the level service to expect. The food was amazing and creative. I definitely would go again. I would recommend the restaurant for special evenings with family and loved ones as well.
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
    We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful birthday celebration at Truluck's. It's fantastic to know that our attentive service, menu items, and drinks, along with our relaxed attire, contributed to your exceptional experience. We're glad you loved our creative food and found value in it. Your recommendation means a lot to us and we're thrilled to hear that you'd go back. We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Keegan, General Manager

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  10. James

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    An enjoyable anniversary celebration dinner, the food & service was great!!!
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
    We're thrilled to hear that you had an enjoyable anniversary celebration dinner at Truluck's. It's wonderful to know that our food and service met your expectations. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we're grateful for your support. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable dining experiences. Keegan, General Manager

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FAQs

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C. offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 898-0680.

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C. is rated 4.7 stars by 1882 OpenTable diners.

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C. 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
19:00
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.

700 K ST NW, Ste 70, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    7th and K St NW
  • Area
    Mount Vernon Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Fri 11:30–22:00 Thu 12:00–21:00 Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 14:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Colonial Parking garage entrance is located next to the restaurant on 7th street.
  • Public transit
    Truluck's is a short walk from the Gallery Place/Chinatown stop on the Metro red line or the Mt. Vernon Square/Convention Center stop on the yellow and green lines.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Darryl Abraham
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 898-0680
  • Private party facilities
    For fabulous parties, lasting memories and none of the stress, choose Truluck’s. With flexible floor plans and a variety of spaces, we can accommodate parties large and small for any occasion (rehearsal dinners, corporate events, board meetings, milestone celebrations).
  • Private party contact
    Amanda Chambers: (202) 900-4966
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