Back to Washington District of
The Prime Rib - Steakhouse in Washington District of, Columbia

The Prime Rib

4.3 (540 reviews)

2020 K St NW, Washington, DC 20006

Steak house

About The Prime Rib - steak house in Washington District of, Columbia

Steakhouse with tuxedoed waiters & a 1940s Manhattan supper club setting.

Customer Review Summary

The Prime Rib offers a remarkable fine dining experience with a formal atmosphere. Customers praise the friendly and attentive staff, often noting standout service from specific servers like Ernest and Kim. The food receives high accolades, particularly for the prime rib, lobster, and various appetizers. Guests appreciate the elegant ambiance enriched by live piano music, which adds to the dining experience. While prices can be on the higher side, many diners express that the quality and service justify the cost. Overall, diners frequently mention their intention to return, highlighting The Prime Rib as a top choice for special occasions.

Key Features

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Live music

Popular for

  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.3 out of 5
5
395
4
51
3
20
2
19
1
55
Based on 540 reviews

Cecilio

1 month ago

Celebrated my friends birthday here and it was an amazing experience. My first fine dining experience actually! The employees were really friendly and welcoming. The attire was formal and the waiters wore suits. The food was amazing and the ambiance was perfect. Had a great time here and will be back!

Niccole Hill

2 months ago

Another pinch hitter review. . . . In 2023, Valentines Day, I treated myself to a lovely meal at The Prime Rib (dress code alert). I threw some makeup on, a nice dress, some heels, I looked great! The service and good food added to the greatness, making the evening enjoyable! I was seated a small table, near the front, right next to the piano. My server, Ernest, was a real gem. He was nice and witty. I began with my trusty beverage of a very refreshing lemon drop. I ordered the oysters rockefeller and a ceasars salad for my starters. The salad had the right amount of dressing, and the oysters were cooked perfectly. For my main course, USDA Prime NY Strip, medium well. It was seasoned perfectly 👌🏽. I accompanied my entire with a side of sautéed spinach. I had a second lemon drop, sat back, listened to pianist, watched happy couples, and enjoyed my evening. Happy Valentines Day 💝!

Supakij Khomvilai

10 months ago

Excellent prime rib and fresh lobster we had. One of the best steak I had in my life. Excellent service from the staff and luxury atmosphere in the restaurant. Cost of meal may be high but it 's worth to come in and try. Definitely will go back for sure. Valet parking available. Credit card accepted.

Marshall Bain

6 months ago

Incredible prime rib!! The signature cut was about an inch thick, tender and juicy. We enjoyed it with au gratin potatoes, house salad and a bottle of Silver Oak Cabernet. Service was professional and the piano added a touch of elegance to the evening.

Vivian Fang

10 months ago

I LOVE it Definitely one of the best steak house in the US I have tried so far. The steaks are cooked to its perfection. The vibe, the service, the decoration are all adding up to the great experience. I would like to come back again!

Christopher Robinson

1 year ago

I came here with a reservation to celebrate my birthday and the experience was well worth it. Getting to the restaurant was within walking distance of my hotel and easy to get to. I was greeted and quickly seated. Kim the server was amazing, they have a pianist in the center of the restaurant who is very good. I had a Large crab cake which came with a creamy sauce as an appetizer. The taste of the crab cake was good, but the sauce really made it stand out. I then had their Maine lobster which you have the option to get with, or without Imperial. The lobster is cooked then the inner-side is removed and stuffed with crab cake and shrimp in addition to the lobster then is placed back into the shell. I thought about adding the sauce that came with my appetizer but was concerned it would take away the seafood flavor and make everything too soggy. Im glad I didnt and just added lemons and the butter that already came with it. Whenever I come back to DC this will be my spot and will look forward to trying out their steaks.

Alicia

If you can afford it, GO! Old school vibes for sure. Plush but not overdone decor. Service by Habib was impeccable. We had the lobster special and the prime rib.

Arlan Bryant

3 years ago

This place is amazing! This was the first time my wife and I have went here. It was truly a memorable fine dining experience, for our anniversary. The ambiance of the restaurant was classy and comfortable. Plus the touch of having a piano and piano player, playing music throughout the evening was nice. Our server, Roberto, was excellent! Then there is the food; amazing! Literally, every item we ordered was prepared perfectly, and they had a nice wine menu. To top things off they have us an delicious creme brulee to share for our anniversary. We both agree that it was a great experience and we will definitely return.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
Monday 5–9 PM
Saturday 5–9:30 PM
Sunday Closed
Thursday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM
Tuesday 5–9 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM

Price Range

$100+