Code Red

4.8

54 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Mar 5, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Great for happy hour

CODE RED : We’re a celebration of freedom that transports you back into the Prohibition Era while embracing modernity with classic cocktails, eclectic cuisine, and outstanding service.

Additional information

Location
2440 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009-2004
Phone number
(202) 265-0590
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Speakeasy, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:30 am
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Vicente Martinez
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Experiences

🎭 Mardi Gras at CODE RED 🎭
Mar 5, 2025 only
🎭✨ The year is 1920-something, and while the rest of the world is dry, New Orleans is anything but. 🍸💃 Mardi Gras may come and go, but darling, we’re all fabulously late anyway—so we’re throwing our own roaring celebration on Wednesday, March 5th at CODE RED! Expect a night of live jazz, deliciously decadent cocktails, and all the beads and masks your heart desires. 🎷🥂 Flappers, fellas, and lovers of the illicit—join us for a speakeasy-style soirée that would make even the most buttoned-up Prohibition agent turn a blind eye.
🦪 $1 Oyster "Shuck & Sip" Tuesdays 🦪
Multiple dates available
Join us every Tuesday for $1 OYSTERS from 5PM - CLOSE until we run out of oysters!

BURRATA, TOMATOES & PROSCIUTTO DI PARMA US$14.00
Aged Balsamic, Olive Oil, Crostini
Smoked Bone MarrowUS$24.00
Parsley, Capers & Garlic salad, Toasted Baguette
Cheese & Charcuterie (For 2)US$24.00
Prosciutto, Copa, Brie, Peppercorn Asiago, Gorgonzola, Cornichons, Olives, Assorted Crackers & Bread
Heart of Palm CevicheUS$14.00
Avocado, Tomatoes, Onions, Jalapeno, Cilantro, Lime
Tuna TartareUS$18.00
Sushi Grade Tuna, Sesame Oil, Soy Sauce, Avocado, Nori Chips
Blooming ArtichokesUS$16.00
Truffle Aioli
Seared Foie GrasUS$26.00
Lingonberry Jam, Toast
Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$18.00
Cocktail Sauce, Lemon

Small Plates

Steak PicahnaUS$24.00
House Marinade with Roasted Brussel Sprouts
Madagascan Colossal PrawnUS$28.00
Two 3.5 oz Whole Prawn, Butter, Lemon
Grilled OctopusUS$17.00
Chimichurri Sauce
Pan Seared ScallopsUS$24.00
Lemon Risotto
Lollipop Lamb ChopsUS$26.00
3 Chops | Garlic, Olive Oil, Lemon Juice
Wagyu Beef SlidersUS$18.00
Cheese & Caramelized Onions, Fries
Wings & WingettesUS$13.00
Choice of Buffalo, Sweet Chili or BBQ
- With FriesUS$14.00

Sides

Hand-Cut Duck Fat FriesUS$10.00
Truffle FriesUS$9.00
French FriesUS$7.00
Tater TotsUS$7.00
Crispy Brussel SproutsUS$8.00

Desserts

New York Cheese CakeUS$9.00
Flourless Chocolate CakeUS$9.00
Crème BruleeUS$10.00

What 54 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

District of Columbia
Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Code Red is a dynamic speakeasy-style venue, perfect for date nights and gatherings. Guests praise its "great ambiance," "stellar service," and "incredible food," with standout dishes like the "Crystal Old Fashioned" and bone marrow. While some mention a vibrant noise level, the unique atmosphere and attentive staff make it "worth a visit, or two!"

54 Reviews

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Joseph
Richmond
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow. Drinks were spectacular. Food was delicious. Service was excellent. Ambience and decorating was jazzy and antique-ish and very cool. Love this place. Highly recommended.
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Rachel
VIP
Charlotte
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great date night spot, loved the food and drinks. We will be back!
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Sara
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Second time back and enjoyed it! Looking forward to going again.
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J
Joshua
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So much fun! Great ambiance, great food, and great staff. Worth a visit, or two! Remember the code, haha
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Malik
VIP
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my second time dining at this establishment and it did not disappoint. Brought friends with & they throughly enjoyed the vibe & the food, but ESPECIALLY the drinks. Noise was a too loud for me, so I asked to be moved to a little nook & PERFECTO! GREAT PLACE! GOOD DATE NIGHT! GREAT CRYSTAL OLD FASHIONED! Oh & get the bone marrow.
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Katie
VIP
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The drinks were delicious and the restaurant week 3 course was fantastic.
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Elizabeth
VIP
Washington DC
46 reviews
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were tanked back by the almost non-extant entrance as I booked this form an email ad and didn't know anything about it. We came for the Restaurant Week menu and ordered beet salad, shrimp cocktail, lamb, mushroom ravioli crem, brule and chocolate souffle. All were excellent! They ran out of the pear Old Fashioned so we ordered a regular and it was good strength although a bit too sweet. All in all a great experience we'll be back.
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Christina
VIP
Washington DC
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was great! Both the surf &turf and scallop risotto dishes were delicious although portion size for the latter was a tad small compared to the turf and surf. Waiter was attentive. Lighting was a bit darker than I’d prefer. I had trouble reading the menu (i guess i could have used my phone flashlight).
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my second time here and had a great time
Code RedResponded on January 30, 2025
Thank you so much for such a great review!!! We are so happy to hear about your experience and will look forward to welcome you back soon!
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Debbie
VIP
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place! Great ambience, devor, vibe and happy hour!
Code RedResponded on January 30, 2025
Thank you so much for such a great review!!! We are so happy to hear about your experience and will look forward to welcome you back soon!
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FAQs

Code Red offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Code Red also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 265-0590.

Code Red is rated 4.8 stars by 54 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 5, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

2440 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009-2004

Additional information

Phone number
(202) 265-0590
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Speakeasy, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:30 am
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Vicente Martinez
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Code Red

Make a reservation

Additional information

🎭 Mardi Gras at CODE RED 🎭

🦪 $1 Oyster "Shuck & Sip" Tuesdays 🦪

Appetizers

BURRATA, TOMATOES & PROSCIUTTO DI PARMA US$14.00

Smoked Bone MarrowUS$24.00

Cheese & Charcuterie (For 2)US$24.00

Heart of Palm CevicheUS$14.00

Tuna TartareUS$18.00

Blooming ArtichokesUS$16.00

Seared Foie GrasUS$26.00

Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$18.00

Small Plates

Steak PicahnaUS$24.00

Madagascan Colossal PrawnUS$28.00

Grilled OctopusUS$17.00

Pan Seared ScallopsUS$24.00

Lollipop Lamb ChopsUS$26.00

Wagyu Beef SlidersUS$18.00

Wings & WingettesUS$13.00

Sides

Hand-Cut Duck Fat FriesUS$10.00

Truffle FriesUS$9.00

French FriesUS$7.00

Tater TotsUS$7.00

Crispy Brussel SproutsUS$8.00

Desserts

New York Cheese CakeUS$9.00

Flourless Chocolate CakeUS$9.00

Crème BruleeUS$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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