Award-winning

Unconventional Diner

4.7 (1598)

$30 and under

American

1207 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

About this restaurant

Innovative
Great for brunch
Romantic

Unconventional Diner serves inspired dishes that blend soulful comfort with haute technique. The menu is studded with imaginative delights that echo the restaurant's name, from French fries with "sexy sauce" to spring rolls with "Franch" dressing to a meatloaf "nothing like anyone's mom's.” Chef David Deshaies, a much-praised protege of Michel Richard, is the culinary force behind this highly acclaimed spot in Shaw. Craft beer and cocktails add to the alchemy for diners looking for an entertaining (and delicious) culinary experience.

For parties larger than six, please contact the restaurant at 202.847.0122.

Reservations are strongly encouraged and available up to 60 days prior to date of dining.

We encourage all complete parties arrive on time as we are only able to hold your reservation 15 minutes beyond your reserved time.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Brunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Website
http://www.unconventionaldiner.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
David Deshaies
Private party facilities
At this time we are not accepting inquiries for private events.

Location
1207 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2025
Neighborhood
Mount Vernon Square
Cross street
Between M Street and N Street NW - Across from Blagden Alley
Parking details
There is only street parking in front of Unconventional Diner. The closest paid parking ramp is at the Cambria Hotel. The Cambria Hotel parking entrance is two blocks north between O and P streets.
Public transit
Mt. Vernon Square - Convention Center
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,598 people are saying

Unconventional Diner reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

1,598 Reviews

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kgindc Gold
Washington DC177 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 15, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely superb. Great food, great service, great adherence to social distancing and cleanliness requirements.
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OpenTable Diner
Indiana1 review
4.0
Dined on September 13, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Server was great. Black male (didn’t get his name). Food was alright and the cost was much higher than I’d expected
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lccl
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 13, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
By some reason our reservation was cancelled a couple of minutes before we arrived. Beside that, our experience was great! The cauliflower salad is amazing!
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RoslynS Gold
Washington DC17 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 13, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food, service and noise level was excellent!
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AlexB
Miami2 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 12, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Good brunch
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DCDiner
Washington DC13 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 12, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Presentation of the food was wonderful! The place lived up to his name, everything was Unconventional in great way.
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OpenTable Diner Gold
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 12, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The dining experience and service was great in spite of the pandemic. The food was delicious. I’m looking forward to going back again soon.
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macattack Gold
Washington DC56 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 11, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff was so nice to my dogs. Thank you!!
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Silver
Washington DC4 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 11, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
LOVED Unconventional Diner! The waiters were so accomodating and checked on us often. The food was beautiful and so good - I had the french toast and side of fries (highly recommend)!
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SB15 Gold
Washington DC9 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 9, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Server was great!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Brunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Website
http://www.unconventionaldiner.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
David Deshaies
Private party facilities
At this time we are not accepting inquiries for private events.

Location
1207 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2025
Neighborhood
Mount Vernon Square
Cross street
Between M Street and N Street NW - Across from Blagden Alley
Parking details
There is only street parking in front of Unconventional Diner. The closest paid parking ramp is at the Cambria Hotel. The Cambria Hotel parking entrance is two blocks north between O and P streets.
Public transit
Mt. Vernon Square - Convention Center
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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