Eater 7/28/11
The quaint Tabard Inn winds throughout an historic Dupont Circle building and serves up American fare and a killer brunch. [Eater 38 Member] Tabard Inn
VENUE DETAILS
Venue Type
35 Plus,Afterwork / Happy Hour,Hotel Bar,Lounge,Outdoors / Patio,Restaurant / Bar,Romantic,Special Event,Upscale
Music
Lounge / Retro
Venue Description:
Tucked back on a quite street between tourist attractions in bustling downtown, the Tabard Inn somehow manages to serve simultaneously as WashingtonÂ's most romantic date spot as well as a haven for the notorious power-lunch crowd. While groups of diners enjoy the brick-walled garden patio, couples prefer the more secluded and dimly lit fireplace lounge. Despite the secretive setting, the word is out about Tabard Inn, so dinner reservations are a must. The chef describes the food as new American cuisine, and while the menu changes daily, it is heavy on seafood, and the prices are surprisingly moderate for a restaurant that comes with such a reputation.
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Baratunde 1/31/10
Order and eat the donuts. Served only during brunch. Do it. Just trust me 
Washington Post 3/14/13
Tabard's simple yeast doughnuts are a must. Before the designer doughnut obsession took off, these guys held the title of best fried dough in the District. They're still amazing and freshly-fried. 
AOL Travel 2/15/11
Opened in 1922 and named after a pilgrim’s place for respite in Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales, The Tabard Inn remains the oldest continuously running lodge in D.C. 
Tim O.9/9/12
Softshell crab at first seemed too spicy but I came to adore it. Delicious and satisfying. Grilled calamari and octopus appetizer was also great! 