Mallard

4.8

151 Reviews

$31 to $50

Regional American (Contemporary Southern)

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2 people

Mar 17, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 17 times today

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

At Mallard, Chef Johnson will apply classic and global techniques to the culinary traditions of the south while incorporating the best local and regional ingredients available. Undergirding it all will be a sense of hospitality rooted in Johnson’s memories of the family table.

Mallard’s menu will range from Chef Johnson’s take on classics like Shrimp and Grits with Smoked Pork, Piquillo Peppers, and Tabasco-Shellfish Nage and Wild-Caught Blue Catfish with Poached Oysters, Summer Corn, and Smoked Trout Roe to new creations like Seared Sea Scallops with Cracklin’ Cornbread, Charred Peaches and Dandelion Greens and Crisp Berkshire Pork Trotters with Ramp Chow Chow, Sunny-Side-Up Egg, and Edisto Island Grits. Dessert options include Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Rhubarb and Almond Shortbread and Banana Puddin’ with Cracker Jacks and Nilla Wafers.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Regional American (Contemporary Southern), Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 567-2650
Website
http://www.mallarddc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Hamilton Johnson

Location
1337 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005-3610
Neighbourhood
Logan Circle
Cross Street
14th Street NW and Rhode Island Ave NW
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 151 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mallard offers an exceptional dining experience with "great food, service, and atmosphere." Guests rave about "creative and delicious" dishes, including standout duck and seafood options. The ambiance is "warm and inviting," and the service is "attentive and personable." Despite some noise and parking challenges, this "neighborhood gem" is highly recommended.

151 Reviews

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robert VIP
Washington DC4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and another couple enjoyed a wonderful dinner this evening at Mallard which is quickly becoming our favorite restaurant. The food, service, and ambiance are outstanding. The chef consistently offers a creative menu which includes thoughtful cocktails and excellent wines. Thank you, Hamilton.
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Andrew
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chicken and waffles is otherworldly! We have been here a few times and they are consistently great!
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Michael VIP
San Francisco47 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The only thing better than the cocktails and the food is the service!
MallardResponded 1 day ago
We are SO glad you enjoyed everything. We hope to see you again soon!
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Tom VIP
Washington DC6 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great addition to the neighborhood. Food is top-notch. Nice people working there. Outstanding beer list and fair prices. The new steak with fried oysters on top... wowsers.
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Catharine
Washington DC60 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our server Amanda was wonderful. Very friendly and efficient. Everything we ordered came out quickly. The entrees were delicious — I had the lamb, which was very tender — I would say it almost melted in my mouth. The foie gras appetizer was tasty but light on the foie gras. We shared the key lime dessert, which was very good. We would definitely eat at Mallard again.
MallardResponded on March 9, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words. We hope to see you again soon.
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Ilissa VIP
Washington DC8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot! Super cute interior. Delicious food. Will be back!
MallardResponded on March 7, 2025
Thank you so much! We hope to see you again soon.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed every bite while feeling like I was in my southern grandmother’s dining room. Elevated and classy yet comfy and inviting. Will be back! Drinking Dark Whiskey cocktail was delicious, the oyster and bibb lettuce salad were great starter options, the slow roasted steak melted in your mouth, and finished with the coffee and cigarettes and banana puddin’, so tasty!
MallardResponded on March 7, 2025
Thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed everything!
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Debra VIP
Chicago5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, charming ambiance, helpful service. Can’t wait to return.
MallardResponded on March 8, 2025
Thanks for the kind words, we look forward to seeing you again soon!
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Grace
Austin1 review
4.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Loved the crudo and tartine, service was the perfect amount of attentive
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Iowa VIP
Washington DC15 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My wife and I have eaten 4 times at Mallard, including hosting a small holiday dinner in late December. Last evening's dinner confirms our view that Mallard is an exceptional restaurant and we have to highly recommend it. The only dings, and there have to be some warts, no?, are twofold: 1. Parking is a frustrating and difficult exercise. Strongly recommend a car service of your choosing. 2. Very loud restaurant when full capacity so somewhat difficult to have a conversation. Otherwise? Go!
MallardResponded on March 7, 2025
Always a pleasure to see you both!
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Mallard is rated 4.8 stars by 151 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Mar 17, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 17 times today

1337 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005-3610

Additional information

Cross Street
14th Street NW and Rhode Island Ave NW
Neighbourhood
Logan Circle
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Regional American (Contemporary Southern), Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Hamilton Johnson
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mallarddc.com/
Phone number
(202) 567-2650

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