Blue Duck Tavern – American
Sunlight pours into this sophisticated, open-concept space where the crackle of a massive wood-burning oven anchors an atmosphere of rustic elegance and artisanal warmth. The scent of slow-roasted chicken and charred bone marrow mingles with the briny freshness of raw oysters, creating a sensory journey that celebrates the honest flavors of the American orchard and hearth. Each plate, from the vibrant crunch of seasonal salads to the rich depth of a prime bavette steak, reflects a commitment to soulful, farm-to-table cooking served in a setting of understated luxury.
1201, 24th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20037 +12024196755 http://www.blueducktavern.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, heart-healthy, low-fat, diabetic, whole30, paleo, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, raw-food, mayo-clinic, sirtfood, pegan, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Starters
- Raw Oysters - $24: Seaweed Mignonette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wood Oven-Roasted Bone Marrow - $22: Onion Bordelaise, Pink Peppercorn, Rye Crumble Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charcuterie Board - $28: Pickled Vegetables, Grain Mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cured Fluke - $21: Verjus, Candied Kumquats, Mustard Seed, Trout Roe Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Raw-Food, TLC, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Soup - $16: Market selection Dietary tags: Clean-Eating, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Kale & Brussels Sprout Salad - $18: Pecans, Compressed Apple, Lida Gold, Apple Cider Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood, Pegan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charred Gem Salad - $19: Herb Anchovy Dressing, Pistachio-Lemon Aioli, Parmesan, Garlic Crumb Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Beets - $17: Raspberry Preserve, Camembert, Reglisse Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Prime Bavette Steak - $48: Horseradish Béarnaise, BDT Fries, Petit Salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wood-Oven Roasted Chicken - $38: Airline Breast, Parisian Gnocchi, Mushrooms, Chicken Velouté Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Salmon - $42: Lentils, Smoked Pork, Endives, Meurette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes - $52: Cress, Frisée, Radish, Lemon-Caper Remoulade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Pork Tenderloin - $36: Appalachian Grits, Braised Farm Greens, Red Eye Gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- BDT Brunch Burger - $26: Aged Cheddar, Red Onion, Lettuce, Bread & Butter Pickles, Secret Sauce, Brioche, Sunny Egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- House Made Garganelli - $32: House Cured Guanciale, Kale, House Ricotta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Hand Cut BDT Fries - $12: Sauce Toum Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Corn Grits - $12: Red Onion Marmalade, Appalachian Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprouts - $14: Cashew Yogurt, Cider Reduction, Benne Seeds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Purée - $12: Confit Garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Apple Pie (for two) - $28: Signature Blue Duck Tavern Apple Pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Virginia Peanut Chocolate Cake - $15: Candied Peanut, 63% Illanka Chocolate Mousse, Brown Sugar Ice Cream, Salted Peanut Caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Grapefruit Posset - $14: Citrus Compote, Jasmine Tea Tapioca, Orange Blossom Meringue Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Selection of Local Artisanal Cheeses - $22: House Made Preserves, Country Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Duck Fat Old Fashioned - $22: WhistlePig PiggyBack Rye, Demerara Syrup, Rhubarb Bitters
- Watercolor - $20: Gin, Yuzu, Egg White, Lime, Demerara Syrup, Toasted Sesame Oil
- Park Signature Da Hong Pao Tea - $18: Oolong Tea from Wuyi Mountains, Fujian, China
- Espresso - $6: Single shot
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