The Prime Rib

Very nice restaurant with and old school feel. Men are expected to wear a sport coat so plan ahead but know that they offer some at the coat check if you do not have one to wear. The food was very good but I’ve had better steaks at other restaurants who don’t have the reputation this place has. The sides and desserts were thoroughly enjoyed though and the piano playing set the mood for a romantic dinner. Service at our table was not as good as the neighboring tables, which was disappointing. Seems as if our server was not as interested in providing us with exceptional service as he was with some regulars nearby. Not sure if we’d return but overall the experience was good.

The Prime Rib has been a favorite DC restaurant of ours since first going well over 10 years ago. In all that time the Prime Rib has never disappointed. From the same cooked to perfection steak offerings, excellent ambience, and impecable service; the Prime Rib is truly a DC gem. Going here is a time capsule where people still dress up to dine, conversations are done in normal voices, and customers are treated to live piano music at just the right volume. We look forward to dining at the Prime Rib for many years to come. Chapeau!

Special occasion destination restaurant fires on almost every cylinder. The only letdown was that our meal was good but not "must return" memorable. Here's the deal, I don't eat prime rib (PR) very often but when I do I remember it. I've visited a famous San Francisco PR restaurant over 30 times over 40 years because the PR is usually spectacular. The PR here is good, but mine was a bit dry. And that just does not cut it for the sky high prices here. The appetizers and salads were all good, and the desserts were fine. The dining room is classically beautiful, and the service was top notch as expected. But again, the food was good but not at those prices. I would not return to the Prime Rib

When we arrived Larry greeted us with the knowledge of who we were and the reservation we requested. A true professional. He then escorted us to our table. Based on my reservations notes he saved this table for us all night. It was exactly what my wife and I were looking for. Then we were treated to an amazing dining experience. Everyone was extremely professional and kind. We started with a single appetizer, the crab cake. It was just enough for a starter. I was instructed to have the prime rib no matter what. And That is what I did. It was delicious. I paired it with Caymus and it was perfect. The piano player added a special touch. He did a perfect rendition on the Sting. We had a great time at a classic American restaurant.