Modern American cuisine & craft cocktails against a sleek, swanky backdrop at the Mayflower Hotel.
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Address: 1127 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 347-2233
Website: https://www.edgarbarandkitchen.com/
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Love To Travel
During my stay, our dining experience here was consistently disappointing and ultimately unacceptable. For convenience, I actually ate here three out of the five nights of my stay, giving the restaurant multiple opportunities to improve — unfortunately, the issues continued each time. First night, raw burger that was cold inside, breakfast in the morning was a fully great (avocado toast and fruit) but the bread was so thick and crusty I couldn’t cut it without a steak knife and no one ever came back to the table so I had to manage without one (it was not easy lol). The rest of the dinners we ate were okay, the clam chowder being the best out of all items we ordered.
One evening my meal arrived with almost no sauce, and when I politely asked for more, the request was refused. On another night, our group of six (each adult with a child) was told we could not split checks or maintain separate tabs, forcing us to manually track every order and charge items to our individual rooms ourselves — an unnecessary and frustrating process.
We also attempted to follow the hotel’s own check-in information, which specifically promotes ordering delivery from the restaurant (“Edgar in Bed”). I placed an order expecting delivery, only to discover 45 minutes later that they do not actually deliver the food — we were told we had to come pick it up ourselves and carry it back to the room. This directly contradicted the information provided by the hotel.
The most concerning incident happened on our final night. I charged dinner to my room and wrote “cash” on the gratuity line because I planned to leave the tip in cash before we left (I had the cash with me). While we were still seated finishing a bottle of wine, the waiter came to the table, examined the signed bill, and loudly demanded in front of our entire group, “You put cash here and didn’t give it to me — where’s my cash?”
I explained we had not even left yet and intended to leave the tip on the table when we finished. He continued insisting I either hand over cash immediately or re-sign the bill with a a written tip. Being confronted publicly like this while still dining was extremely uncomfortable and inappropriate.
Overall, the service was slow, the food did not justify the price, and the staff interaction — particularly this incident — was unprofessional enough that I would not recommend dining here.
… moreOne evening my meal arrived with almost no sauce, and when I politely asked for more, the request was refused. On another night, our group of six (each adult with a child) was told we could not split checks or maintain separate tabs, forcing us to manually track every order and charge items to our individual rooms ourselves — an unnecessary and frustrating process.
We also attempted to follow the hotel’s own check-in information, which specifically promotes ordering delivery from the restaurant (“Edgar in Bed”). I placed an order expecting delivery, only to discover 45 minutes later that they do not actually deliver the food — we were told we had to come pick it up ourselves and carry it back to the room. This directly contradicted the information provided by the hotel.
The most concerning incident happened on our final night. I charged dinner to my room and wrote “cash” on the gratuity line because I planned to leave the tip in cash before we left (I had the cash with me). While we were still seated finishing a bottle of wine, the waiter came to the table, examined the signed bill, and loudly demanded in front of our entire group, “You put cash here and didn’t give it to me — where’s my cash?”
I explained we had not even left yet and intended to leave the tip on the table when we finished. He continued insisting I either hand over cash immediately or re-sign the bill with a a written tip. Being confronted publicly like this while still dining was extremely uncomfortable and inappropriate.
Overall, the service was slow, the food did not justify the price, and the staff interaction — particularly this incident — was unprofessional enough that I would not recommend dining here.
Nea Bacolod
Edgar Bar & Kitchen offers a fantastic dining experience with delicious food and a stylish atmosphere. I tried the chicken sandwich, and it was absolutely delish—perfectly cooked, flavorful, and satisfying.
The service was great, and the ambiance made it a great spot to relax and enjoy a meal. Whether you’re there for a quick bite or a full dining experience, it’s definitely worth a visit.
… moreThe service was great, and the ambiance made it a great spot to relax and enjoy a meal. Whether you’re there for a quick bite or a full dining experience, it’s definitely worth a visit.
F’burg Foodie
While staying at The Mayflower we came here for drinks one evening and the next morning for breakfast. For drinks, the bartender helping us was great! Very friendly and helpful… I believe his name was Edwin – Props to him for a great experience! They make decent cocktails and have a very nice by-the-glass wine list.
For breakfast, service was ‘ok’ but could have been a little more personable and friendly… Tho, I will say our server was attentive, keeping us filled with hot coffee! But charging someone who came to visit us for a cup of coffee even though he brought a cup in was ridiculous. Coffee should be free in a setting like this…. Not $5! Also, the hash skillet sounded good and looked nice, but the hash was basically a thick cut corned beef that was diced up in the kitchen and barely heated up (it was mostly cool) and served under the eggs. There was no flavoring to the corned beef, nor the fingerling potatoes in the dish – so bland. The scrambled eggs on top were cooked perfectly though.
Overall – Mixed feelings… Pricey and not worth the price for breakfast is my summation.
… moreFor breakfast, service was ‘ok’ but could have been a little more personable and friendly… Tho, I will say our server was attentive, keeping us filled with hot coffee! But charging someone who came to visit us for a cup of coffee even though he brought a cup in was ridiculous. Coffee should be free in a setting like this…. Not $5! Also, the hash skillet sounded good and looked nice, but the hash was basically a thick cut corned beef that was diced up in the kitchen and barely heated up (it was mostly cool) and served under the eggs. There was no flavoring to the corned beef, nor the fingerling potatoes in the dish – so bland. The scrambled eggs on top were cooked perfectly though.
Overall – Mixed feelings… Pricey and not worth the price for breakfast is my summation.
Daniel Sherer
Fantastic hotel restaurant/bar. Located in the historic Mayflower hotel, it’s open to all. Staff was attentive but not intrusive. Quick with the order and refills.
… moreV. A.
During my recent visit, the Edgar Bar & Kitchen, situated within the grand Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection, offered an elegant dining space with refined leather seating and beautiful wood trim. The maître d’ was welcoming, and my waiter was attentive in taking my order for Brioche French Toast with Applewood Smoked Bacon, a single egg, and coffee.
While the coffee and eggs were perfectly prepared, the main dish proved deeply disappointing. The first serving of French toast arrived cold and stale, suggesting it had been sitting for some time. The replacement order was only marginally better – still cool, and accompanied by overcooked bacon. Only after the manager intervened did the third attempt deliver what should have been served initially – hot, tasty French toast and properly cooked bacon. Unfortunately, this came after a 30-minute delay and two rejected plates.
For a restaurant in a prestigious hotel, this level of quality control is troubling. The initial servings suggested a kitchen practice of using pre-prepared items rather than cooking to order, falling far short of the standards one expects from an establishment of this caliber. While the ambiance and service staff met expectations, the kitchen’s inconsistency and apparent reliance on non-fresh preparations make it difficult to recommend.
… moreWhile the coffee and eggs were perfectly prepared, the main dish proved deeply disappointing. The first serving of French toast arrived cold and stale, suggesting it had been sitting for some time. The replacement order was only marginally better – still cool, and accompanied by overcooked bacon. Only after the manager intervened did the third attempt deliver what should have been served initially – hot, tasty French toast and properly cooked bacon. Unfortunately, this came after a 30-minute delay and two rejected plates.
For a restaurant in a prestigious hotel, this level of quality control is troubling. The initial servings suggested a kitchen practice of using pre-prepared items rather than cooking to order, falling far short of the standards one expects from an establishment of this caliber. While the ambiance and service staff met expectations, the kitchen’s inconsistency and apparent reliance on non-fresh preparations make it difficult to recommend.
Brian (BriGuy71)
This restaurant is located in the Mayflower hotel. The hosts were always very accommodating and gave me some really great seats even though I was dining alone. I think a lot of business people stay here because there were a lot of single tables.
The food was great! I had a few breakfasts and lunches while staying at the hotel. The servers were very attentive. My only issue was at one dining there were fruit flies landing on my food. I was seated at a table near the bar and I think they were coming from there. It only happened once out of a few dining experiences, but once with a bug landing on your food is enough to warrant a lost star. Other than than I would have giving five stars. Maybe next time.
… moreThe food was great! I had a few breakfasts and lunches while staying at the hotel. The servers were very attentive. My only issue was at one dining there were fruit flies landing on my food. I was seated at a table near the bar and I think they were coming from there. It only happened once out of a few dining experiences, but once with a bug landing on your food is enough to warrant a lost star. Other than than I would have giving five stars. Maybe next time.
Chien Nguyen
Beautiful bar in a historic hotel. The lamb chops (Xmas menu) were so good, meat cooked to perfection with the well prepared sauce and sweet and fresh asaragus and our son loved his chicken wings a lot. Highly recommend!!!
… moreAmy Reed
Edgar’s is a favorite of ours. We ate multiple times on our week long business trip. Lovely drink and food menu. They make a great old-fashioned! We ate here for apps and drinks and dinner and drinks. Bar area is lively and large area with a lot of seating! You can sit a the bar, they high high tops and booths in the bar area and a lounge type seating area in the front facing the hotel lobby. Dining in the main area has windows facing the street.
Highly recommend.
… moreHighly recommend.
Yue Mao
We stayed here for 4 days and had breakfast and dinner here almost everyday. Breakfast coffee is very good, the banana bread is one of the best in my opinion, other things are also good but not as impressive. We love the Tuna nacho in dinner menu, it comes with mango bites and seaweed. Avoid wild mushrooms in the sides, it’s not washed well so I got some sands with every bite… flavor was good but I won’t try again…
Service was lovely, they told us where Edgar Hoover sat and let us took a peak into the that area.
Price is very decent, for a nice hotel restaurant. We’ll come back again. 🙂
… moreService was lovely, they told us where Edgar Hoover sat and let us took a peak into the that area.
Price is very decent, for a nice hotel restaurant. We’ll come back again. 🙂
David Brenton
I’ve been over to Edgar a few times for brunch/breakfast – usually you can get a table pretty easily. The service is ok compared to other places in the city it isn’t great. The food is solid – would I seek it out again — maybe the hotel is cool and it’s a good location but probably not. Pancakes were a highlight, burger was ok, mcedgar was solid was well.
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