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About

Old Ebbitt Grill is a restaurant in Washington, D.C. with the ability to host both rehearsal dinners and wedding receptions. Located just two blocks from the White House, this historic venue sits right in the middle of all of the history and character Washington, D.C. has to offer. With both indoor and outdoor event spaces available, Old Ebbitt Grill is a spectacular venue for your biggest wedding celebrations as well as the most intimate occasions.


Facilities and Capacity
With a variety of event spaces available and a maximum capacity of 600 guests, this venue's versatility is one of its best characteristics. The Roof Terrace features panoramic views of some of Washington’s most historic landmarks. This incredible space has been utilized by a variety of political figures, including presidents, generals, lobbyists and more dating all the way back to 1856. The venue also includes indoor event space options, including The Atrium, with space for 300 seated guests, and the Cabinet Room, with space for up to 50 guests.

Services Offered
When you book your wedding day celebration with Old Ebbitt Grill, you’ll have access to a variety of services. Their staff will provide you with floor length white tablecloths for your meal, unless you’d prefer to bring your own. Their staff will also provide flameless votive candles for your centerpieces, while giving you a list of florists nearby to add extra detail and décor to your day. Lighting and sound services are also available at Old Ebbitt Grill, as their team will provide you with referrals to highly-rated bands and DJs perfect for any classy celebration. Services include:

  • Event planning
  • Tables
  • Chairs
  • Linens
  • In-house catering
  • In-house bar services
  • Valet parking
  • Outside vendors
  • Vendor referrals

Cuisine
When it comes to wedding day cuisine, your gets will be more than satisfied by the rich flavors and excellent service found at Old Ebbitt Grill. From hand passed hors d’oeuvres to a full plated meal, you and your loved ones will receive first-class service all around. Some of Old Ebbitt Grill’s most popular menu items include:

  • Mini crab cakes
  • Steak bites
  • Smoked salmon bites
  • Vegetable spring rolls
  • Fried oysters
  • Mini lobster rolls
  • Roasted chicken
  • Roasted filet mignon
  • Pan roasted salmon
  • Crab cakes
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$44

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Specialty Beer

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Restaurant
Rooftop

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Event Planner
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
July
August
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Reviews of Old Ebbitt Grill

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4.7 out of 5 rating
4.7 out of 5 rating
39 reviews
95% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.8 out of 5 rating
Mitchell
Mitchell M. Sent on 04/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Spot for Our Rehearsal Dinner

My wife and I had our rehearsal dinner at Old Ebbitt Grill on July 29, 2023. We booked their Lounge + Atrium Semi-Private space for 3 hours for our rehearsal dinner for 68 guests. The event staff at the restaurant were very responsive and thorough during the planning process and answered all our questions. Our only issue with the communication was that the restaurant seemed to use a shared email address for different people within the event staff so it was not always clear who from the restaurant we were communicating with. This led to a mistake made by the restaurant when we arrived for the rehearsal dinner. They did not follow the instructions in the email for how to properly set up the guest place cards with their names and table #s. It seemed only one of the event staff saw the clear instructions in the email but the staff member managing the event the day of did not see it. This led to confusion for guests trying to find their table. Everything worked out and was resolved so it was only a minor issue but just some feedback for how the restaurant could perhaps have better communication with the client and ensure things get communicated amongst all event staff.
Besides the above issue, we had an amazing experience at our rehearsal dinner at Old Ebbitt Grill. The area we rented was very spacious for the number of guests we had. It was very open and set up well for our guests to move around to chat with different people and the tables were set up in a nice manner. The space that we rented is only semi-private and therefore there was some noise from those dining at the restaurant but they did a nice job sectioning off our space. The restaurant would not allow us to use microphones within the space we rented so it was a little difficult at times to hear speeches. We had the restaurant put the tables close together so we were able to make it work but just something to be aware of.
The restaurant did a wonderful job bringing out the courses in a timely manner and were very organized and made sure everybody got what they ordered. All the food was delicious and a lot of our guests made sure to tell us how great the food was! We felt that we got great value for the price we paid for the food and beverage, service, and space . We would highly recommend booking Old Ebbitt Grill for your rehearsal dinner.
Laura
Laura H. Sent on 06/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Varied menu Delicious food

Varied menu fits everyone's dietary needs. Semi-private space with beautifully decorated tables. Service was professional and accommodating. Food was expertly prepared and oh so delicious.
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 01/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great for our rehearsal dinner!

We had our rehearsal dinner at Old Ebbitt and it was a wonderful experience! Working with them during the planning process was great-- they were always so quick to respond, and so flexible and helpful. The food was great! And the staff was very kind and attentive. Highly recommend!

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Old Ebbitt Grill frequently asked questions

Old Ebbitt Grill includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Old Ebbitt Grill includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Old Ebbitt Grill includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Specialty Beer
The space offered by Old Ebbitt Grill for wedding events is known for:
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop
Old Ebbitt Grill offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Old Ebbitt Grill offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Old Ebbitt Grill offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Event Planner
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Old Ebbitt Grill offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Old Ebbitt Grill is recommended by 95% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.7 in average response time and 4.7 in value.

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