Dovetail Bar & Restaurant – American
Dovetail Bar & Restaurant serves as a sophisticated sanctuary where the briny elegance of Chesapeake oysters and chilled Maine lobster meets the spirited crunch of house-made pork rinds. The kitchen artfully bridges the gap between playful snacks and refined indulgence, offering everything from funky kimchi-topped deviled eggs to succulent, dry-aged steaks that anchor a meticulously paced multi-course feast. Whether settling in for a sun-drenched brunch or an intimate evening celebration, guests are enveloped in an atmosphere that feels both polished and vibrantly alive.
1430, Rhode Island Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, 20005 +12027423150 https://www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/washington-dc/dovetail0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Dovetail Bar & Restaurant
Dairy-Free at Dovetail Bar & Restaurant
Dovetail Bar & Restaurant in Washington has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dry Aged Steaks, Valentine's Day 3-Course Dinner and Restaurant Week 3-Course Dinner. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Dovetail Bar & Restaurant
Dovetail Bar & Restaurant in Washington has 8 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dry Aged Steaks, Valentine's Day 3-Course Dinner and Restaurant Week 3-Course Dinner. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Dovetail Bar & Restaurant
Dovetail Bar & Restaurant in Washington has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Valentine's Day 3-Course Dinner, Deviled Eggs with Kimchi and Restaurant Week 3-Course Dinner. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Dovetail Bar & Restaurant
Dovetail Bar & Restaurant in Washington has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chilled Maine Lobster. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Dovetail Bar & Restaurant
Dovetail Bar & Restaurant in Washington has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chilled Maine Lobster. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Dovetail Bar & Restaurant
Dovetail Bar & Restaurant in Washington has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chilled Maine Lobster. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Dovetail Bar & Restaurant
Dovetail Bar & Restaurant in Washington has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chilled Maine Lobster. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Dovetail Bar & Restaurant
Dovetail Bar & Restaurant in Washington has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Valentine's Day 3-Course Dinner, Artisanal Tea and Dry January Mocktails. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Dovetail Bar & Restaurant
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Aged Steaks | 51.1 g | 19 g |
| Chilled Maine Lobster | 1.8 g | 15.5 g |
| Gourmet Coffee | 12.5 g | 4.9 g |
| Deviled Eggs with Kimchi | 2.3 g | 3.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
Tantalizing starters featuring regional flavors.
- Deviled Eggs with Kimchi: Eggs, kimchi Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Pork Rinds with Homemade Ranch: Pork rinds, house-made ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Raw Bar
Fresh seafood from East Coast fishermen.
- Chilled Maine Lobster: Maine lobster Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chesapeake Oysters: Local Chesapeake oysters Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
Exquisitely prepared regional specialties.
- Dry Aged Steaks: Dry aged beef, local vegetables Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Prix-Fixe Menus
Special event multi-course menus.
- Valentine's Day 3-Course Dinner - $75: Three courses of seasonal Mid-Atlantic cuisine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- Restaurant Week 2-Course Brunch - $25: Two courses of brunch favorites Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: brunch
- Restaurant Week 3-Course Brunch - $35: Three courses of brunch favorites Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: brunch
- Restaurant Week 3-Course Dinner - $40: Three courses of dinner favorites Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- Restaurant Week 4-Course Dinner - $55: Four courses of dinner favorites Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner
Beverages
Craft cocktails, local spirits, and gourmet coffee.
- Dry January Mocktails: Non-alcoholic spirits and fresh ingredients Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Gourmet Coffee: BPM Coffee selection
- Artisanal Tea: Selection of fine teas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Dovetail Bar & Restaurant
- Is Dovetail Bar & Restaurant dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Dovetail Bar & Restaurant has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dry Aged Steaks, Valentine's Day 3-Course Dinner and Restaurant Week 3-Course Dinner.
- What can I eat at Dovetail Bar & Restaurant on a dairy-free diet?
- Dry Aged Steaks, Valentine's Day 3-Course Dinner and Restaurant Week 3-Course Dinner carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Dovetail Bar & Restaurant have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Valentine's Day 3-Course Dinner and Artisanal Tea.
- Is Dovetail Bar & Restaurant gluten-free?
- 8 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Dovetail Bar & Restaurant?
- Dry Aged Steaks, at roughly 19g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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