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The Sovereign, Washington, DC

The Sovereign

4.7
4.7
689 Reviews
$31 to $50
Belgian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
  • Great for craft beers
  • Great for happy hour
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Sovereign is a Belgian bar & bistro committed to celebrating the rustic cuisine & fabled brewing culture of Belgium. Located in the vibrant Georgetown neighborhood, the Sovereign's kitchen is led by Executive Chef Andres Zuluaga whose classic, ingredient-driven Belgian dishes draw on French, German & Dutch cooking techniques & traditions. The Sovereign features 50 drafts & more than 350 bottles meticulously curated by Beer Director, Greg Engert.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Belgian, Contemporary European
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available in the surrounding neighborhood. Many other parking lots and garages are also nearby. Parking sites can be found at www.georgetowndc.com/visitor-map-travel/parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Andres Zuluaga

What 689 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

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  • District of Columbia

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Sovereign in Georgetown is a hidden gem offering "great food and an excellent assortment of amazing beers." Known for its "authentic Belgian cuisine" and "extensive beer list," it features a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of a Belgian pub. Guests rave about the "wonderful service" and "knowledgeable staff," making it a must-visit for beer enthusiasts and food lovers alike.

689 Reviews
  1. Dan

    Baltimore18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great good, service, and drink. The tarte flambé was especially tasty.
    The SovereignResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the kind words Dan! We hope to see you soon! -The Sovereign

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  2. Adriana

    Mexico City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Good selection of beers, but terrible food. How can a Belgian restaurant have processed fries? Despicable!
    The SovereignResponded 2 days ago
    Adriana, Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review about our restaurant. We genuinely appreciate and value your patronage. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we take all reviews seriously. I am sorry that you did not enjoy our fries while you were here. Although we would love to be able to make our own fries in house, our kitchen is quite small and we do not have enough space to make and store them. Almost everything else we make is homemade and we look to source the best possible fries that are available. We hope you will give us another shot and we look forward to hopefully seeing you again soon. -Louis Baum General Manager

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  3. susan

    Mexico City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Bar tables def don’t get the same service from bartender instead of a designated server. So be prepared if you’re super hungry lol to wait.
    The SovereignResponded 2 days ago
    Susan, I am sorry to hear that you had a disappointing experience at our restaurant. Our mission is always to provide great food and even better service. I hope you will give us another chance to make it right on your next visit. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience with us. -Louis Baum General Manager

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  4. M VIP

    Toledo1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing all around. Transported me to being back in Belgium. Bravo.

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  5. Brian

    Austin9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and drinks that are unique and value priced

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  6. Corey

    Washington DC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you want a vibe like a speakeasy, this is for you! We loved everything -- the drinks, foods, waiter. Mike D was the best. He's like a toned down Chris Farley! Highly recommend the flatbreads and the croquettes. Expansive German beer list and cocktails.

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  7. Nadya VIP

    Washington DC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurants in Washington DC. No wonder you need to make reservation week or two in advance. We had mussels, chicken, flatbread. All delicious! Manager Teddy was very accommodating.
    The SovereignResponded on February 18, 2025
    Nadya, Thank you so much for your kind review! It really means a lot to us when guests take the time to send us some love. Your feedback totally made our day and keeps us pumped to keep doing our best. -The Sovereign

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  8. Whitney VIP

    Mexico City38 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food and service were great. We got the mussels and were pleased at the authentic taste. Just note that the bar and dining area are next to each other so it was very loud and difficult to hear our conversation.

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  9. Sam

    Baltimore2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Restaurant we food, menu, and beer pairings were excellent!

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  10. Megan

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We checked this out because it was on my list of places. Turns out it was restaurant week so we essentially got a 3 course meal for $40 per person. Great way to try a bunch of different things on the menu. All of which was fantastic.

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The Sovereign is rated 4.7 stars by 689 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for The Sovereign

1206 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20007

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Belgian, Contemporary European
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available in the surrounding neighborhood. Many other parking lots and garages are also nearby. Parking sites can be found at www.georgetowndc.com/visitor-map-travel/parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Andres Zuluaga
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