Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC

Name: Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC
Address: 1595 I St NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20005
Telephone: (202) 800-9994
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1161 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

1595 I St NW, Washington, DC 20005

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2 people

Apr 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

Good for business meals
Fancy
Good for groups

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Steak, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–6:30 pm
Phone number
(202) 800-9994
Website
http://www.raresteaks.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Alejandro D. Vasquez
Catering
We cater for both social and business occasions. Whether it is an office party or an at-home celebration, we can help with your next event. Please contact us for menus and pricing.
Private party facilities
We have two fully private dining rooms as well as semi-private spaces for larger groups. We are available for full restaurant buyouts for up to 400 guests. Our gorgeous rooftop is perfect for weddings and corporate events.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1595 I St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
16th St. NW
Parking details
Street parking is available right outside of the restaurant's entrance. Two parking garages located within one block radius of the restaurant.
Public transit
McPherson Square, Farragut North, Farragut West
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Daily Happy Hour at RARE Tavern
Multiple dates available
Tue - Sat - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Enjoy Discounted Beer, Wines by the Glass, & Signature Cocktails between 5pm - 6:30pm daily.

Popular dishes

Oysters on the Half Shell*
mignonette, cocktail sauce, citrus
- 1/2 Dozen$24.00
- Dozen$42.00
Shrimp Cocktail$27.00
cocktail sauce, citrus
Charred Octopus$26.00
avocado mousseline, feta cheese, fennel, frisee
Maryland-Style Crab Cake$29.00
old bay remoulade, lemon
Steamed Mussels$24.00
fennel, peppers, tomato-saffron broth
Fried Calamari$25.00
pickled mini peppers, lemon-garlic aioli
Fresh Burrata$23.00
arugula-basil pesto, heirloom tomatoes, strawberry vinaigrette
Steak Tartare*$28.00
capers, onion, pickled mushroom, chipotle aioli
Tuna Tartare*$26.00
avocado, grilled pineapple, mango-lime emulsion
Cheese & Charcuterie Board$36.00
seasonal mostardo, cornichons, honey, crostini

Soup & Salads

Lobster Bisque$19.00
cold water lobster, crème fraiche
Signature Caesar$16.00
romaine, baby red oak lettuce, garlic croutons, parmesan, caesar dressing
Iceberg Wedge$18.00
bacon, roasted tomatoes, pickled red onion, balsamic reduction, blue cheese dressing
Harvest Salad$16.00
lettuce mélange, shaved root vegetables, goat cheese, honey-citrus vinaigrette

Steaks*

Prime Wet-Aged

8oz. Filet Mignon$65.00
10oz. Capital Cut$66.00
16oz. NY Strip$68.00

Wagyu

Daily Selection
- MP

Prime Dry-Aged

20oz. Bone-In NY Strip$80.00
22oz. Bone-In Ribeye$89.00
24oz. Bone-In Porterhouse$85.00
36oz. Bone-In Tomahawk$145.00

Seafood Towers

Petite$110.00
local oysters, shrimp cocktail, scallop crudo, chilled lobster, traditional accompaniments
Grande$225.00
local oysters, shrimp cocktail, scallop crudo, chilled lobster, jumbo lump crab salad

Entrees*

Grilled Salmon$50.00
sunchoke velouté, blistered grapes, leeks, cherry tomatoes, gremolata
Peppercorn-Crusted Tuna$57.00
edamame hummus, wasabi ginger cream
Pan-Seared Scallops$62.00
green peas, baby carrots, piquillo peppers, corn puree, brown beech mushrooms
Maryland-Style Crab Cakes$58.00
old bay remoulade, lemon
Broiled Bone-In Pork Chop$52.00
braised red cabbage, molasses gastrique

Enhancements

Sauces$4.00
béarnaise - red wine - chipotle aioli - horseradish cream - au poivre
Butter & Cheese$7.00
maître d'hôtel butter - truffle butter - blue cheese
Grilled Tiger Shrimp$24.00
Seared Scallops*$28.00

Sides

Whipped Potatoes$16.00
Loaded Potatoes$20.00
Garlic & Parmesan Fries$16.00
Roasted Mushrooms$16.00
Creamed Spinach$16.00
Charred Broccolini$16.00
Macaroni & Cheese$16.00
Grilled Asparagus$16.00

What 1,161 people are saying

Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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District of Columbia
Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rare Steakhouse in Washington DC offers a luxurious dining experience with "amazing service" and "fantastic food," particularly their steaks and seafood. Guests rave about the "incredible ambience" and "friendly, attentive staff." Though some find it expensive, many agree it's "worth every penny" for special occasions.

1,161 Reviews

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bob
San Francisco12 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great night at Rare. Incredible service and ambience, no need was overlooked. We had large group and service was amazing.
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Ebony
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was outstanding from the time we entered the door to the end . Food was amazing .
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Mary
Washington DC1 review
3.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Well this was our first time here. The restaurant is listed as #2 Steakhouse in DC but I don’t agree. Morton’s or Jerry’s is better. The front desk personnel however were extremely professional and kind. I appreciated their courtesy because I felt welcomed. The problem started with our waiter. He spent a lot of time constantly telling us about the prices like he felt we couldn’t afford it or something. I didn’t hear him tell any of the other tables what the prices were. It was insulting. Our food was pretty good except for the broccolini which was Extremely salty and had a burnt after taste. The salmon and pork chop was good even though I wanted a steak but the waiter described the cut I was thinking of ordering to not be the best so I left it alone. They also didn’t even have a lobster tail as an accompaniment. The parking garage was the worst. We had to go way down and there was no elevator to get up to the restaurant. So if you have a back injury it’s not the place to go because there is no Valet parking either as an option. I don’t think we will go back. Disappointing after driving 75 minutes to get there.
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James VIP
Tampa27 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our food and service at Rare Steakhouse were both outstanding! The steaks and the seafood platter were delicious! Our servers were helpful and friendly. We will be back!
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Natalie
Denver5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I love Rare! Their dry aged tomahawk is perfect and our favorite steak we’ve had in the world.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Nashville1 review
5.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was pleasantly surprised. The food was fantastic!
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Only negative from our meal was the appetizers we got. Very small portion in comparison to other higher end steak houses in DC area. Definitely skip the apps. Everything else was great.
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OpenTable Diner
Detroit2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic experience at Rare. From the moment we arrived to walking out the door. Our server, Ishmael, was a GEM! I haven’t experienced that level of charming service in ages. My husband had the Japanese Waygu and I swear I saw a tear in his after his first bite. He savored every last bit of it. Our buratta appetizer is good—I would have gone for another option but my husband is a little picky. I had the sea scallops dish and it was delicious and interesting—not the best I’ve ever had, but probably in the top 4 scallop dishes I have ever enjoyed. The birthday cheesecake was a nice touch served with a side of Ishmael’s delightful humor. Would absolutely return.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and abeyance was outstanding. We will return.
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John
New York City11 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent restaurant to spend for my mothers birthday. The steaks and sides were amazing.
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FAQs

Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 800-9994.

Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC is rated 4.6 stars by 1161 OpenTable diners.

Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Apr 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Google Map for Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC

1595 I St NW, Washington, DC 20005

Additional information

Cross street
16th St. NW
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–6:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Steak, Seafood
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street parking is available right outside of the restaurant's entrance. Two parking garages located within one block radius of the restaurant.
Public transit
McPherson Square, Farragut North, Farragut West
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Alejandro D. Vasquez
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.raresteaks.com/
Phone number
(202) 800-9994
Catering
We cater for both social and business occasions. Whether it is an office party or an at-home celebration, we can help with your next event. Please contact us for menus and pricing.
Private party facilities
We have two fully private dining rooms as well as semi-private spaces for larger groups. We are available for full restaurant buyouts for up to 400 guests. Our gorgeous rooftop is perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC

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About this restaurant

Additional information

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Daily Happy Hour at RARE Tavern

24oz Bone-In Porterhouse

8oz Filet Mignon

Steak Tartare

Appetizers

Oysters on the Half Shell*

Shrimp Cocktail$27.00

Charred Octopus$26.00

Maryland-Style Crab Cake$29.00

Steamed Mussels$24.00

Fried Calamari$25.00

Fresh Burrata$23.00

Steak Tartare*$28.00

Tuna Tartare*$26.00

Cheese & Charcuterie Board$36.00

Soup & Salads

Lobster Bisque$19.00

Signature Caesar$16.00

Iceberg Wedge$18.00

Harvest Salad$16.00

Steaks*

Prime Wet-Aged

8oz. Filet Mignon$65.00

10oz. Capital Cut$66.00

16oz. NY Strip$68.00

Wagyu

Daily Selection

Prime Dry-Aged

20oz. Bone-In NY Strip$80.00

22oz. Bone-In Ribeye$89.00

24oz. Bone-In Porterhouse$85.00

36oz. Bone-In Tomahawk$145.00

Seafood Towers

Petite$110.00

Grande$225.00

Entrees*

Grilled Salmon$50.00

Peppercorn-Crusted Tuna$57.00

Pan-Seared Scallops$62.00

Maryland-Style Crab Cakes$58.00

Broiled Bone-In Pork Chop$52.00

Enhancements

Sauces$4.00

Butter & Cheese$7.00

Grilled Tiger Shrimp$24.00

Seared Scallops*$28.00

Sides

Whipped Potatoes$16.00

Loaded Potatoes$20.00

Garlic & Parmesan Fries$16.00

Roasted Mushrooms$16.00

Creamed Spinach$16.00

Charred Broccolini$16.00

Macaroni & Cheese$16.00

Grilled Asparagus$16.00

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