Weekday breakfast in DC

[JennyUptown]

A client is coming to town next week. He's on a very compressed schedule so we thought we'd start the day with breakfast. Only problem is I don't know where to go.

Would like something near the Watergate OR Metro Center. Nothing too pricey (it's business, but expense accounts are a touchy subject).

I'm looking for something a step up from coffee and a muffin. Something in the bacon & eggs/french toast family would be great. It can be casual, but not too greasy of a spoon.

Thanks!

[Rake Yohn]

I was going to suggest the four seasons, but if price is an issue that might not be such a good plan. How about Melrose, or the restaurant in the St.Regis, assuming that they both do a breakfast?

[JennyUptown]

Thanks for the suggestions, but they are definitely more upscale than this client will want to spring for.

I'm thinking more mid-range.

Anyone?

Edited March 23, 2004 by JennyUptown (log)

[Steve Klc]

15 ria might fit the bill nicely for a "business" breakfast. Some things are worth spending a few extra bucks for. It might be too far away, though.

[ozgirl06]

One other option...

It's not quite metro center, but what about Luna Grill and Diner between Dupont and Farragut Square? They open at 8:00am.

[mnebergall]

Reeves

[JennyUptown]

With respect to location, I need to make it as simple as possible.

He's staying near the Watergate.

Metro Center is where the meeting after our breakfast will take place.

Thanks to all!

[Tweaked]

Old Ebbit Grill

[cjsadler]

This isn't where you want to take a client, of course, but I recently went to the famous Florida Avenue Grill for breakfast. Man, is this place the definition of greasy spoon or what? Holy smokes. The condition of the interior, with grease and grime coating every available surface makes your average Waffle House look like Citronelle. I ordered hotcakes with bacon. My hotcakes came, but no bacon. I looked to the empty griddle and said 'they must have forgotten it'. Then up came the deep-fryer basket... containing my bacon. Whoa.

[mnebergall]

Reeves is at 1306 G. Old Ebbit Grill would be good put prices will be substantially higher than Reeves. If Old Ebbit is doable, you should consider the Mayflower.

[JPW]

This isn't where you want to take a client, of course, but I recently went to the famous Florida Avenue Grill for breakfast. Man, is this place the definition of greasy spoon or what? Holy smokes. The condition of the interior, with grease and grime coating every available surface makes your average Waffle House look like Citronelle. I ordered hotcakes with bacon. My hotcakes came, but no bacon. I looked to the empty griddle and said 'they must have forgotten it'. Then up came the deep-fryer basket... containing my bacon. Whoa.

Deep fried bacon?

Now that's what I call inventive cuisine.

Move over Jose, get out of the way Ferran, you've got some competition!

[Tweaked]

Reeves is at 1306 G. Old Ebbit Grill would be good put prices will be substantially higher than Reeves. If Old Ebbit is doable, you should consider the Mayflower.

I believe most breakfast entrees at the Old Ebbitt Grill run around $10.

[butterfly]

Not exactly at Metro center but nearby:

Teaism at Lafayette Square (800 Connecticut Avenue NW) opens at 7:30. There's also the location at (8th and D).

[Free Wilma]

Here's the Old Ebbitt Breakfast menu...................

http://www.ebbitt.com/main/home.cfm?Sectio...&Category=Menus

It's a good solid choice.

[JennyUptown]

Here's the Old Ebbitt Breakfast menu...................

http://www.ebbitt.com/main/home.cfm?Sectio...&Category=Menus

It's a good solid choice.

I was just looking at that, but thanks! It looks like the winner.

[mhberk]

It's a good solid choice.

That IS a solid choice. I don't think you can go wrong with a Clyde's Group restaurant.

[laniloa]

Old Ebbitt is a 2 minute walk from my office. I've had many breakfast meetings there and recommend it.

[JennyUptown]

I had a breakfast meeting at Old Ebbitt today and it was quite good. My colleague had the American breakfast; I was wishing I were with a friend and not a business contact because the eggs were begging me to have a taste. They looked buttery yet fluffy - he ate every bite.

I had the french toast with bananas and walnuts with a side of bacon. Yum.

The coffee was in the good to just ok realm, but it was drinkable.

I'm very full now and even though it's only 10:30, I could use a nap.

[mhberk]

I'm glad your breakfast went well.

Not that it matters much any more, but Old Ebbitt will be profiled on "The Best Of..." on the Food Network on 4/9 at 1:30 PM.