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Centrally located in downtown Washington DC, RARE Steakhouse & Tavern (RARE) is a one-of-a-kind fine dining concept that brings together the best qualities of world-class dining venues with USDA prime, dry-aged steaks, exquisite wines and first-class service bolstered with Midwestern charm. Created by Wisconsin natives, RARE boasts a classic and elegant atmosphere, striving to bring the nostalgia and romance of the classic steakhouse to life, to a time when eating out was meant to be an experience.
A fancy steakhouse with an old-school vibe serving classy cuts & sides paired with fine wines.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1595 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006
Phone: (202) 800-9994
Website: http://www.raresteaks.com/
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Reviews
Al
It’s a huge restaurant with 2 floors. We went there on a Friday night and downstairs dining room was completely closed and upstairs was open which was not a bad thing as you have street view. Service was good. Tried the calamari and octopus for appetizers and they were good but nothing special. I had the aged ribeye for main course with the loaded potatos. The steak was cooked but a bit though but the potatoes were delicious. I couldn’t say this was the best steak or meal I’ve had but all around it was good and at best it’s a 3 star restaurant!
… moreScott Katzer
In general the food was great. The octopus was better than expected and of course the NY strip was spot on. Service was great. A little on the high side price wise but the quality was there so no complaints. If im back in the area, ill stop back in
… moreGeorge
I had such a wonderful experience at RARE Steakhouse & Tavern! The vibe is warm and inviting, and the staff made me feel so welcome from the moment I walked in. My steak was cooked perfectly—juicy, flavorful, and honestly one of the best I’ve had in a while. The sides and cocktails were just as delicious. It’s the kind of place that feels relaxed but still special, and I’d definitely come back for another great meal!
… moreWOLF
Amazing Grill with premium cuts, though not for thin Wallets.
The place is beautiful, nicely lit, decor is on par with the food and service quality.
I ordered a Wisconsin Old Fashioned cocktail, great balance of aroma and flavor, the bartender clearly has years in this business.
I had a dry aged 10oz. Ribeye medium rare. Perfectly grilled, absolutely amazing one of the best meat cuts I’ve ever had, also ordered a side of spinach which I ended up not eating since the ribeye was more than enough for me and honestly it has to be enjoyed by itself with no sides.
The Service was courteous and attentive, very professional and fast.
I payed 145 For the cocktail, Ribeye, Side dish and a bottle of sparkling water. The price is good for this type of establishment, location, food and service.
… moreThe place is beautiful, nicely lit, decor is on par with the food and service quality.
I ordered a Wisconsin Old Fashioned cocktail, great balance of aroma and flavor, the bartender clearly has years in this business.
I had a dry aged 10oz. Ribeye medium rare. Perfectly grilled, absolutely amazing one of the best meat cuts I’ve ever had, also ordered a side of spinach which I ended up not eating since the ribeye was more than enough for me and honestly it has to be enjoyed by itself with no sides.
The Service was courteous and attentive, very professional and fast.
I payed 145 For the cocktail, Ribeye, Side dish and a bottle of sparkling water. The price is good for this type of establishment, location, food and service.
Timothy Ruiz
Had a business meal here with one colleague.
I tend to default to a filler when I’m ordering steak out. But, I love a properly prepared ribeye. The only place I’ve had an EXCELLENT ribeye, some medium rare BUT with the marbling melted enough to add its glorious flavor to the meat, was at Shula’s in Orlando, FL.
I asked the waitress how the prepares their ribeye and explained what I wanted (as above). She confidently told me their kitchen can do that.
They didn’t.
The cut of meat was .. not to the standard I would expect from this level steak joint. There was a LOT of marbling and it wasn’t hot enough where it melted. Could not finish it.
Broccolini was decent, although could use more flavor, but good.
Mashed potatoes were good. Nice and mashed and smooth.
After dinner drink Grand Marnier was delicious.
Overall management remedied the situation, but likely because I brought attention to it. The waitress stopped by when the plates were delivered, then did not roll back around for well over ten minutes. By then, the window for swapping it out or such had passed. I had to ask for the manager, and the waitress thought I was joking.
I’m not hating on her, but again, for the caliber of restaurant, the experience needed to be a lot better.
Ultimately I experienced a GREAT steak at Morton’s. I quit recommended MORTONs over RARE.
… moreI tend to default to a filler when I’m ordering steak out. But, I love a properly prepared ribeye. The only place I’ve had an EXCELLENT ribeye, some medium rare BUT with the marbling melted enough to add its glorious flavor to the meat, was at Shula’s in Orlando, FL.
I asked the waitress how the prepares their ribeye and explained what I wanted (as above). She confidently told me their kitchen can do that.
They didn’t.
The cut of meat was .. not to the standard I would expect from this level steak joint. There was a LOT of marbling and it wasn’t hot enough where it melted. Could not finish it.
Broccolini was decent, although could use more flavor, but good.
Mashed potatoes were good. Nice and mashed and smooth.
After dinner drink Grand Marnier was delicious.
Overall management remedied the situation, but likely because I brought attention to it. The waitress stopped by when the plates were delivered, then did not roll back around for well over ten minutes. By then, the window for swapping it out or such had passed. I had to ask for the manager, and the waitress thought I was joking.
I’m not hating on her, but again, for the caliber of restaurant, the experience needed to be a lot better.
Ultimately I experienced a GREAT steak at Morton’s. I quit recommended MORTONs over RARE.
Shamon Smalls
Nestled in the heart of Washington DC between George Washington University and the White House, located on I Street NW, Rare Steakhouse delivers an eye-catching dining experience that appeals to the palate and the senses.
We visited here to do a different type of family get together. Stepping into its refined ambiance, guests are greeted by a concierge and muted lighting blended with wood-finished decor.
The menu at Rare Steakhouse isn’t a expansive as other well-known, fine dining steakhouses. The menu fare is pretty standard and the actual plating of the food is visually appealing.
The service provided by Francisco during our visit was almost impeccable. The menu is varied enough to accommodate any dietary preferences including those who are pescatarian or plant-based.
Of the items we ate, the Caesar Salad, Lobster Bisque and dinner rolls were of this place’s “greatest hits”. The other items were so so and not very noteworthy except for the obvious which are the steaks.
The standout to me personally was the charred octopus which was served extremely well. The meat was tender, well seasoned and complemented with great garnishments.
This is a place that we enjoyed for the ambiance and the food was pretty good, yet not as excellent as we hoped.
… moreWe visited here to do a different type of family get together. Stepping into its refined ambiance, guests are greeted by a concierge and muted lighting blended with wood-finished decor.
The menu at Rare Steakhouse isn’t a expansive as other well-known, fine dining steakhouses. The menu fare is pretty standard and the actual plating of the food is visually appealing.
The service provided by Francisco during our visit was almost impeccable. The menu is varied enough to accommodate any dietary preferences including those who are pescatarian or plant-based.
Of the items we ate, the Caesar Salad, Lobster Bisque and dinner rolls were of this place’s “greatest hits”. The other items were so so and not very noteworthy except for the obvious which are the steaks.
The standout to me personally was the charred octopus which was served extremely well. The meat was tender, well seasoned and complemented with great garnishments.
This is a place that we enjoyed for the ambiance and the food was pretty good, yet not as excellent as we hoped.
Jon Schemanske
This is a good steakhouse. Good service, nice ambience, and quiet. Makes for good conversation. Their chopped salad is the best I’ve ever had – amazing! The dry age ribeye is OK, not bad, I’ve definitely had better – but overall really recommended for DC.
… moreDoug W
On a trip to DC we wanted to have a nice dinner. We were greeted by a very nice man who led us to our table. Jessica our server from El Salvador was the sweetest friendliest and best server! The steaks were good so was the fish. My daughter and I both had the fillet mignon it was done and cooked perfectly however the crust lacked spice and flavor. We had the cheesecake that was dry but flavorful. For the price it was not worth it however the atmosphere and service was exceptional.
… moreThomas Danielewski
The experience was top-notch. I started with an Old Fashioned, and it was one of the best I’ve had in the city—perfectly balanced and expertly crafted.
For food, we ordered the mussels and the beef tartare, and both were absolutely phenomenal. The mussels were plump and flavorful, swimming in a delicious, savory broth that was perfect for dipping the crusty bread into. The beef tartare was incredibly fresh, perfectly seasoned, and served with wonderfully grilled bread that added a great smoky flavor.
… moreFor food, we ordered the mussels and the beef tartare, and both were absolutely phenomenal. The mussels were plump and flavorful, swimming in a delicious, savory broth that was perfect for dipping the crusty bread into. The beef tartare was incredibly fresh, perfectly seasoned, and served with wonderfully grilled bread that added a great smoky flavor.
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One of the best porterhouse steaks I’ve ever had. Delicious scallops and crabe cake. They have a wonderful selection of desserts. We had vanilla ice cream and mango gelato.
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