“ The cafe itself is very pretty with lots of seatings. We ordered a dozen oysters to start, and I had the avocado toast for my main. It was meh - the toast had avocado mask (not fresh sliced avocado) and had nothing special. The oysters were good. Service was very slow (waiting over a for the avocado toast and mussels) and our waitress kept disappearing on us. Overall a good place to stop for lunch if you have extra time (it might take long to get your food) and are visiting museums nearby. ”

“ We stopped by Café Riggs before a show at Ford's Theatre, and honestly, the interior alone is reason enough to visit. It's stunning. The atmosphere feels upscale yet inviting, and the staff was incredibly attentive and polite. We started with cocktails and the asparagus as an appetizer, then switched to wine with our entrees. We had steak frites and the burger. Both were solid, but if I go back, I'm getting the steak. The fries were also a highlight, especially with the aioli for dipping. This place is a perfect stop before heading to a show downtown. ”

“ Fantastic date night- with hosts / hostesses who had read the notes on file with me explaining we'd been trying to go for months for date night and finally making it! The offered us multiple seating options and given how slammed they were I appreciated it ! Fabulous must see ambiance! Great server who was attentive and kind- excellent streak fish fries and bomb chocolate soufflé! We'll be back ! ”

“ Cafe Riggs is inside of a hotel and it is as upscale and and refined as the pictures!! I didn't have a reservation but there was open bar seating. The bartenders are quick and attentive. The menu has a great range of options and although everything is pricey, I enjoyed everything! The pancakes were delicious and were served with warm maple butter! SO DELICIOUS! The hashbrowns can in a set of 2 cakes that were crispy on the outside and mashed potato like inside, topped with flaky salt! Beautiful and clean decor right in Chinatown! ”

“ We came here a couple times while staying at the Riggs hotel. The bartenders where very talented and were accommodating to our request for drinks. The drinks were very well made as well. Overall there is a lot of hustle and bustle in the bar and it's nice to see the variety of people working, having meetings or simply enjoying a meal. ”

“ Brunch at Café Riggs - A Classy European Vibe On Sunday morning, my wife and I went to Café Riggs for brunch, located inside the Riggs Washington DC hotel. The ambiance was stunning--classy, modern, and very European, with expansive ceilings and a grand, elegant space. Although we didn't have a reservation, we were able to get seated at the bar. Not the ideal spot, but it worked out fine. For brunch, we ordered: Eggs Royale - A creative take on Eggs Benedict, replacing the traditional English muffin with hashbrowns. Surprisingly, the combination worked perfectly! The hashbrowns added a crispy texture, and the smoked salmon was flavorful and delicious. Blueberry Pancakes - Soft, light, and fluffy, these pancakes paired beautifully with the maple butter and syrup. Service was decent--not outstanding, but nothing to complain about. Overall, we enjoyed the experience and would definitely come back again! ”

“ High end dining in the Riggs Hotel. Beautiful ambiance and decor. Intimate/romantic vibe with dim yellow lighting. Near the front they have a bar and lounge area which is where I sat, in some comfy lounge chairs and a small table. Great vibe. Service was flawless and fine-dining-esque. Our server was completely on top of everything, while perfectly navigating the table conversation not to interrupt. There were eye glances and body language that perfectly communicated with me from afar while I focused on my guest. Masterfully done. I order beet salad and NY strip. I order beet salads every chance I get and have developed some strong opinions about them. The best ones have pistachios, goat cheese, and oranges. That's exactly what this one had! The perfect composition of ingredients. The dressing wasn't memorable (I literally can't remember what it was) but the salad was delicious and can hold its own against any beet salad anywhere. The steak was delicious. I'm not a huge fan of steak frittes... I'd rather have mash potatoes or something like that. But I didn't ask to sub it so, no complaints. The fries were crispy and delicious. ”

“ While the French Onion soup was perfect for a very cold day lunch, it was a bit bready for me and didn't have enough soup for my fiancé. While still good, could have used more soup and less bread. The Cafe itself is beautiful and cozy. If you haven't been to Silver Lyon downstairs of the Riggs hotel also give that a try! ”

“ We came in for brunch so I'll be reviewing their breakfast menu and service. The Riggs Hotel and Cafe is kind of a hidden gem in DC. The hotel is Michelin rated, the Cafe is remarkable, and the Silver Lyan speakeasy in the former vault prepares some of the best cocktails you'll find anywhere. But like I said, I dipped in for brunch on a Sunday. This was during the Christmas holiday, so we popped over from the annual DC holiday market. I'll start with the food because it was amazing. I got the Riggs Royal which is the cafe's take on a Benedict. Sublime. It is prepared with salmon which *could overpower the dish, but that wasn't the case. It was well balanced with a Béarnaise sauce and hash browns (in place of a muffin). Prepare to leave sated and satisfied. The atmosphere is upscale and elegant, as one would expect from one of the premier hotels in the city. If you are paying attention you will notice that you are in a former bank, with enormous ceilings and marble architecture. Take it in and enjoy. Getting a seat during this busy season was tough. There is a fair amount of ad hoc seating, if you are patient, around the bar and lounge. If you'd like a guaranteed table you will need to make a reservation. Like I said, we showed up during the holiday market so had to find our own table. The staff were gracious but understaffed. Seemed to be an oversight by management given that the market is right across the street. Altogether a fabulous experience and super high end experience. Do visit. ”