Rare Steakhouse and Tavern

1595 I St NW, Washington
(202) 800-9994

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Customers' Favorites

Key Lime Pie Served Wonderfully in a Dish
Garlic \u0026 Parmesan Fries
Rib Eye Cooked to Perfection
Oysters on the Half Shelf
Wisconsin Cheese Curds
Lobster Mac and Cheese
Jumbo Lump Crab Oscar
Pan-Seared Scallops
Vanilla Cheesecake
Grilled Asparagus

Menu

Entrees
Roast Chicken Entree (Whole)
With French Fries & Grilled Asparagus

Sides
Grilled Onions
French Fries

Desserts
Birthday Everyday Cake
With Passion Fruit Butter Cream
PB&J Blondie

Butcher Shop
Butcher: FreeBird All Natural Chicken (Half)
Butcher: FreeBird All Natural Chicken (Whole)
Butcher: 8oz. Vancouver Salmon

Bottled Red Wine (Must be 21 to purchase.)
Robert Mandavi Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 Napa Valley (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
The Prisoner Red Blend 2018 Napa Valley (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 Alexander Valley (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Arrowood Cabernet Sauvingon 2015 Knights Valley (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 Napa Valley (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Beau-Rivage Bordeaux 2016 (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Callia Malbec 2019 Argentina (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Carson Scott Pinot Noir 2017 California (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Felino Malbec 2018 Mendoza (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)

Bottled White Wine (Must be 21 to purchase.)
Alphonse Mellot 2018 Sancerre (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Twomey Sauvignon Blanc 2018 Napa Valley (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Cakebread Chardonnay 2018 Napa Valley (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Minor Family Chardonnay 2018 Napa Valley (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
San Angelo Pinot Grigio 2018 Toscana (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Loosen Dr. L Riesling 2017 Mosel (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Auntsfield Sauvignon Blanc 2018 Marlborough (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Tyler Chardonnay 2017 Santa Barbara (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)

Bottled Rose Wine (Must be 21 to purchase.)
Muga Rose 2017 Rioja (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Hogwash Rose 2018 California (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)

Bottled Sparkling Wine (Must be 21 to purchase.)
Mont Marcal 2017 "Brut" Cava (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Mont Marcal 2017 "Brut" Cava (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Taittinger Brut NV Reims (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Simonet Blanc De Blancs Brut (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Biutiful Cava Rose (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)

Bottled Beer (Must be 21 to purchase.)
Bud Light (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Michelob Ultra (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Budweiser (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Guinness Stout (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)
Lagunitas IPA (Must be 21 to purchase)
(Must be 21 to purchase)

Batched Cocktails (Must be 21 to purchase.)
RARE Manhattan (Must be 21 to purchase)
Maker's Mark Bourbon, Dolin Rouge Vermouth, Angostura Bitters (Must be 21 to purchase)
RARE Martini (Must be 21 to purchase)
Stolichnaya Vodka, Dolin Dry Vermouth (Must be 21 to purchase)
RARE Negroni (Must be 21 to purchase)
Breckenridge Gin, Campari, Dolin Rouge Vermouth (Must be 21 to purchase)
Wisconsin Old-Fashioned (Must be 21 to purchase)
Evan Williams Bourbon, Korbel Brandy, Simple Syrup, Angostura Bitters (Must be 21 to purchase)

Draft Beer (Must be 21 to purchase.)
Stella Artois (Must be 21 to purchase)
12oz. Draft (Must be 21 to purchase)
Miller Lite (Must be 21 to purchase)
12oz. Draft (Must be 21 to purchase)
Goose Island IPA (Must be 21 to purchase)
12oz. Draft (Must be 21 to purchase)
Dogfish 60min IPA (Must be 21 to purchase)
12oz. Draft (Must be 21 to purchase)
Duvel Strong Belgian Ale (Must be 21 to purchase)
12oz. Draft (Must be 21 to purchase)
3 Stars Peppercorn Saison (Must be 21 to purchase)
12oz. Draft (Must be 21 to purchase)

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Recent Reviews

Excellent food & excellent service. Very good experience, high above other steakhouses we've tried in the area. We will be back. The only thing missing is au gratin potatoes as a side option.
December 2025
I had such a wonderful experience at RARE Steakhouse & Tavern! The vibe is warm and inviting, and the staff made me feel so welcome from the moment I walked in. My steak was cooked perfectly—juicy, flavorful, and honestly one of the best I’ve had in a while. The sides and cocktails were just as delicious. It’s the kind of place that feels relaxed but still special, and I’d definitely come back for another great meal!
November 2025
Thoroughly enjoyed! The bread was a great start, cocktails were excellent (espresso martini, manhattan, chocolate martini), & we had a Tomahawk steak for 2. Mashed potatoes & mushroom side (not the special, the menu option). We loved it all, & capped it off with a creme brulee. Our server was great, attentive, & friendly! We will definitely be back! See caralayne503 on IG or TikTok for reels with meals, & cocktails!
October 2025

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Rare Steakhouse and Tavern

1595 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006
(202) 800-9994