America's Great Restaurants

Bobby Van's Steakhouse

DC welcomes yet another steakhouse, this time starring local chef Will Biscoe, formerly of Indigo in Great Falls, VA. Filet, porterhouse, sirloin and rib-eye---plus selected seafood (Maine lobster, scallops, pepper shrimp and crab cakes)---are the stars here. If you drop by for lunch, try the Caesar salad with filet strips, although the huge hamburger nestled among fries and onion curls is also a draw. The restaurant’s interior suggests a men’s club, with dark leather upholstery. Check the daily specials before ordering---the clam chowder is a big success---and save room for the house-made desserts, including a terrific chocolate truffle cake. - Gayot

• Dining Style: Casual Elegant
• Cuisine: Steakhouse
• Neighborhood: Downtown
• Price: 50 and over
• Cross Street: Between H and I Sts.
• Dress Code: Business Casual
• Email: info809@bobbyvans.com
• Hours of Operation: Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 4:30pm Dinner: Monday - Friday: 4:30pm - 10:00pm, Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Sunday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
• Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
• Parking: Valet
• Gift Certificates: Yes
• Wheelchair Accessibility: Yes
• Restaurant Features: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
• Private Party Facilities: Four private dining areas; three that can open up into one large room holding 65 persons seated; Minimum of twelve persons for a private room
• Private Party Contact: Management (202) 589-0060