inside 2100 P Street, NW courtesy Duck Duck Goose
Ed. Note: This is the old Vintage 78 (and formerly Scion) space.
From a press release:
“Chef Ashish Alfred, known and celebrated for his Duck Duck Goose restaurants in Bethesda and Baltimore, announces the opening of Duck Duck Goose DC at 2100 P Street, NW in Dupont Circle on Wednesday, December 8.
The newest Duck Duck Goose location will cater to those looking for an elevated yet approachable dining experience: from celebratory meals, to happy hours, or a corporate or private event.
“If you would have told me a decade ago that I would open a French restaurant in our nation’s capital, I wouldn’t have believed you. I put my heart and soul into my Duck Duck Goose concepts and we have been eager to open in Dupont since we signed the lease this time last year,” noted Chef Alfred. “I am proud to warmly welcome the great people of this community and feel an incredible responsibility to serve them. An elegant, yet simple brasserie, we are striving to be a place where all are going to feel welcome. We want to become a neighborhood staple.”
The menu will be decorated with Duck Duck Goose classics — including beef tartare, duck confit as well as the DDG burger with foie gras. A thoughtful wine list will be offered with selections rooted in French classics. Initially, the restaurant will open for dinner, and in the first part of 2022, will then open for brunch, lunch and breakfast.
Alfred, who is outspoken about his own battle with addiction and who is an advocate for healthy living inside and outside the kitchen, will offer an extensive zero-proof cocktail list, and accommodate those preferring alcohol-free experiences with “sober nights” – including curated dinners and non-alcoholic drinks. “As a sober chef, and a person who loves dining out, it is important to celebrate our sober patrons. Our zero-proof selections will be interesting, special and inclusive,” Alfred added.
Outdoor seating will be robust, offering 60 seats in a climate-controlled patio with awning. Inside, a private dining area will accommodate up to 20 people with approximately 80 seats throughout the interior. From an architectural and design perspective, Alfred partnered with Katie Thomas to bring this vision to life. For reservations or to learn more, visit www.ddgdupont.com.”