The Bottom Line
701 is a contemporary American restaurant conveniently located just steps from many of Washington, DC's attractions, hotels and theaters. The restaurant is a good place for a pre-theater meal or an after-theater drink and dessert.
Pros
- Located just steps from The White House and Capitol Hill
- Contemporary elegance and innovative menu
- Great service and generous portions
- Live jazz nightly
- Affordable fixed price menu for early crowds
Cons
- Can be noisy (Ask to be seated along the outer edges of the restaurant)
Description
- Address: 701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC. (East of 16th St.)
- Phone: (202) 393-0701
- Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am-3pm; Mon-Thurs 5:30-10:30pm; Fri-Sat 5:30-11:30pm; Sun 5-9:30pm
- Prices: Lunch $8.95-$18; dinner $15-$28; pretheater dinner (5:30-6:45pm) $25
- Reservations: Recommended
- Metro: Archives-Navy Memorial
- Parking: Valet available for $5
- Web site: www.701restaurant.com
Guide Review - 701 Restaurant Review - Washington, DC
This restaurant is known for its sophisticated American fare, vast selections of caviar and vodka. For starters, try the foie gras raviolis or the Iowa corn and shrimp chowder. Other recommended dishes are the medallions of venison with sweet potatoes, gala apples, and lemon-orange whiskey sauce, and Atlantic Salmon Shiitakes, Cucumber, Sunflower Sprouts, Peanuts and spiced Cilantro Cream. Complete your meal with a Trio of Crème Brûlée or a chocolate sampler for 2.Mo's Bar at 701 is a popular place to enjoy a drink and listen to live jazz music. The sophisticated decor of the restaurant and the large windows with panoramic views of Pennsylvania Avenue and the US Navy Memorial Plaza, make this a relaxing place to enjoy a meal and people watch. An outdoor patio is available from April to October, weather permitting. Private dining accommodations can be made for parties of 8 up to 300.
Reviewed January 2005 - Prices are subject to change
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