The Red Hen
1822 First St NW, Washington
(202) 525-3021
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Burrata with Grilled Asparagus Salad Salami Toasted Sesame Oregano Vinaigrette & Breadcrumbs
Caramelized Scallops with English Peas Bacon Charred Scallion Spring Greens & Soft Polenta
Grilled Octopus with Shelling Beans 'Alla Romesco ' Shaved Fennel Frisée & Tonnato Sauce
Warm Chocolate Bread Pudding with Fudge Sauce & Fior Di Latte Gelato
Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Balsamic Brown Butter & Truffle Honey
Mezze Rigatoni with Fennel Sausage Ragu & Pecorino Romano
Ricotta Cavatelli with Doug
Whipped Ricotta Chrostini
Roasted Maple Panna Cotta
Grilled Spanish Octopus
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The fact that I’m leaving a 5 star review instead of saying nothing so other people won’t come here for a table is how much I love this place. For the past three years, I’ve been coming here for dinner with friends, family, and my partner—met each time with mouthwatering dishes, unrealistically hospitable staff (like, each time they’re this great??), and an environment that feels like escape to absolute delight. Please don’t come here. But if you do, I’m certain...
This is the restaurant I have eaten at the most during my 3 years in DC and it will continue to be. The pasta and cocktails hit the spot every single time. The bar tenders are personable and quick, the food delicious, and the vibe is always on point. Love this place.
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The Red Hen must be working in the kitchen. Best octopus and gnochetti ever.
I recommend you go early for bread order your bottles early as service disappears until you are sold dessert. The chocolate Gelato was great.