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    CUT Above

    Waterfront Georgetown, Washington DC

    Restaurant in Washington DC, United States

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    The Read

    Dress

    Smart Casual

    Why go

    CUT Above opens evenings and weekends in Georgetown with 4–10 PM weeknight hours and extended weekend service, but limited public information on cuisine, pricing, or chef makes advance planning difficult. Without published menus or booking method, call ahead to confirm format and availability; especially for weekend slots when the neighborhood fills quickly. Better-documented Italian options like Il Canale and Filomena offer more booking certainty nearby.

    About CUT Above

    CUT Above is a Washington, D.C. venue with limited public detail beyond its hours and dress code. Hours are 4–10 PM Monday through Thursday, 4–11 PM Friday, 2–11 PM Saturday and Sunday. The dress code is smart casual. Diners should confirm current details regarding cuisine type, chef name, pricing, menu details, seating format, booking method directly before making plans.

    What the Schedule and Location Signal

    The schedule places CUT Above in a late-afternoon and evening window during the week, with earlier opening times on Saturday and Sunday. That makes it easier to consider for evening plans and weekend afternoon or evening visits, but it does not indicate lunch service, brunch service, a specific menu format, or a particular dining style. Confirm pricing, cuisine, reservation details directly with the venue before organizing a group meal or special occasion.

    Seasonal Rotation and Ordering Strategy

    CUT Above does not provide a menu, signature-dish list, or seasonal rotation. Rather than assuming a cuisine, dish style, or changing seasonal format, first-time visitors should ask the venue what is currently being served and whether any menu details are available before they go. The most reliable ordering strategy is to base the decision on current information from CUT Above rather than on assumptions.

    How It Compares

    Direct comparison is limited because CUT Above has few details beyond hours and smart casual dress. Diners comparing it with CUT Washington D.C. Cakes by CUT, Il Canale, Filomena Ristorante, or Susheria should check each venue's current menu, pricing, booking information directly. CUT Above works if its hours fit your plans, but it does not specify its cuisine, price point, or service format.

    For diners who value predictability, the key step is to confirm the current menu, reservation process, any seating details directly with CUT Above before committing. The weekend 2–11 PM hours provide a broader planning window than the Monday–Thursday 4–10 PM schedule, while Friday runs 4–11 PM. For the full picture of Washington, D.C. dining options, compare CUT Above with other documented venues in the city using current details.

    The takeThis is a place for diners who prize precision and a serious steakhouse experience. Lunch and dinner each present different takes on the same refined room, making it suitable for focused business meals that benefit from the neighborhood’s diplomatic clientele as well as date nights and special occasions that call for a quieter, high-quality table. The independent, technique-forward approach rewards guests who value provenance and cooking discipline over novelty.
    Venue detailsWheelchair Accessible
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    Restaurant contextWashington DC, United States
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    Planning details

    Location
    1050 31st St NW, Washington, DC 20007
    Reservations
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    Website
    rosewoodhotels.com
    Phone
    +12026172400
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    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    CUT Above presents a restrained, quietly confident presence in Georgetown. The copy frames it within an older-money, diplomatically proximate neighborhood where longevity matters more than flash, so the room favors repeat visits over Instagram moments. The tone is measured and classic: it treats each element of a steak service—sourcing, temperature, rest time, knife work—as a variable to be controlled. That focus on craft and discretion yields an intimate, low-key dining environment that leans into tradition while signaling exacting technique rather than theatricality.

    Best For

    This is a place for diners who prize precision and a serious steakhouse experience. Lunch and dinner each present different takes on the same refined room, making it suitable for focused business meals that benefit from the neighborhood’s diplomatic clientele as well as date nights and special occasions that call for a quieter, high-quality table. The independent, technique-forward approach rewards guests who value provenance and cooking discipline over novelty.

    Ordering Tips

    Pay attention to the time of day: the restaurant explicitly frames lunch and dinner as different arguments for the same room, so choose lunch for a crisper, daytime presentation and dinner for the fully dialed-in, technique-driven service. When ordering, be mindful of the hallmarks the kitchen emphasizes—sourcing, temperature, rest time and knife work—and ask servers about how those elements are being handled that day. Opt for preparations that let the kitchen’s precision show through rather than overly fussy dishes.

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Plush modern lounge furniture in a rooftop oasis with sweeping city views and seasonal festive decor during holidays.

    Tags

    Vibe

    SophisticatedElegantModern

    Best For

    Date NightSpecial OccasionPrivate Event

    Experience

    RooftopPanoramic ViewHotel Restaurant

    View

    SkylineStreet Scene

    Accessibility

    Wheelchair AccessibleElevator

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Smart Casual
    Noise Level
    Lively
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Leisurely
    Capacity
    Medium
    Planning details

    Location

    1050 31st St NW, Washington, DC 20007 · Directions

    +12026172400

    rosewoodhotels.com

    Book on OpenTable

    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • Il Canale, Notable alternative
    • Filomena Ristorante, Notable alternative
    • Cakes by CUT, Notable alternative
    • CUT Washington D.C., Notable alternative
    • Susheria, Notable alternative
    Restaurant context

    Against Georgetown's more documented peers, CUT Above sits in a data gap that makes direct comparison difficult. Il Canale and Filomena Ristorante deliver Italian menus with published pricing and online reservations, making them easier to plan around if you need certainty before committing. CUT Washington D.C. (Wolfgang Puck's steakhouse) operates in a higher price tier with a known format, if CUT Above shares the steakhouse category, it likely offers a more approachable check but less polish. Susheria and Cakes by CUT serve different needs entirely (sushi and dessert respectively), so they're fallback options only if CUT Above's format doesn't match your meal type.

    For diners who value transparency and easy booking, Il Canale and Filomena remain safer bets in the immediate Georgetown radius. If you're willing to explore what CUT Above actually serves, expect to phone ahead and ask specific questions about cuisine style, average entrée price, whether reservations are honored or walk-in only. The 2–11 PM weekend window gives you flexibility for late-lunch or early-dinner slots that might be quieter than prime Friday and Saturday 7 PM rushes.

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is lunch or dinner better at CUT Above?

    CUT Above opens at 4 PM Monday through Friday and at 2 PM Saturday and Sunday. Dinner is the clearer fit based on the hours, while the weekend 2 PM opening creates an earlier afternoon option. Specific lunch or brunch service is not indicated.

    Can I eat at the bar at CUT Above?
    What should I order at CUT Above?

    CUT Above does not provide signature dishes or menu details. Ask CUT Above directly for the current menu or featured items before you visit.

    What should a first-timer know about CUT Above?

    CUT Above is in Washington, D.C. Its hours are 4–10 PM Monday through Thursday, 4–11 PM Friday, 2–11 PM Saturday and Sunday. The dress code is smart casual. Pricing, cuisine type, menu details, booking method are not specified, so confirm those details directly before planning a visit.

    What are alternatives to CUT Above in Washington, D.C.?

    Other venues to compare include CUT Washington D.C. Cakes by CUT, Il Canale, Filomena Ristorante, Susheria. Check current menus, hours, pricing, booking details directly for each venue before deciding.

    Is CUT Above good for a special occasion?

    That depends on what you need for the occasion. CUT Above has evening hours, weekend afternoon hours, a smart casual dress code, but pricing, menu, seating format, awards, service details are not specified. For a high-stakes celebration, confirm the current experience directly with the venue before booking.