CUT Washington D.C.
Waterfront Georgetown, Washington DC
Restaurant in Washington DC, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
CUT Washington D.C. is worth booking when you want a polished Georgetown setting for a business meal, date, or small celebration without a difficult reservation process. It is less compelling for casual value-seekers, who should cross-shop Cakes by CUT, Baked & Wired, or Il Canale depending on the plan.
About CUT Washington D.C.
CUT Washington D.C. is a Washington, D.C. venue with daily hours of 7 AM to 11 PM and a smart casual dress code. Beyond those practical details, menu, pricing, service format, reservation-specific information should be confirmed directly before planning around a fixed budget or a particular style of meal.
Use the hours as the main starting point: the venue is listed as open every day from 7 AM to 11 PM. The smart casual dress code is also a useful detail to factor into planning.
Choose it for a smart casual Washington, D.C. plan
The clearest reason to consider CUT Washington D.C. is practical: it offers the same listed hours every day and has a smart casual dress code. If timing, attire, or group logistics matter, confirm current details with the venue before booking.
Because specific menu details, pricing, service style are not available here, avoid building plans around a particular cuisine, dish, lunch offering, or fixed-price format. Treat this as a Washington, D.C. option to verify directly when the details matter.
Where it fits among other choices
If you are comparing options, consider Cakes by CUT, Susheria, Chez Billy Sud & Café Colline, Il Canale, or Baked & Wired depending on the kind of outing you want. The most useful distinctions for CUT Washington D.C. are its Washington, D.C. location, daily 7 AM to 11 PM hours, smart casual dress code.
Bottom line: choose CUT Washington D.C. when its hours and smart casual dress code fit the plan, confirm menu, pricing, booking details directly before committing.
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- Location
- 1050 31st St NW, Washington, DC 20007
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- wolfgangpuck.com/dining/cut-dc
- Phone
- (202) 617-2424
The take
The Take
The Vibe
CUT Washington D.C. presents itself as a polished, ingredient-forward steakhouse that favors precision and provenance over theatrics. The Georgetown dining room reads mature and refined, matching the neighborhood’s reputation for grown-up, reliable restaurants. Rather than leaning on spectacle, the kitchen foregrounds the backstory of its beef—American wagyu, USDA Prime from named suppliers and occasional A5 imports—so the overall feel is sophisticated and modern, with an editorial focus that appeals to diners who care about where their steak comes from and how it is prepared.
Best For
CUT is best experienced at dinner and suits date nights, business meals and special occasions where elevated steakhouse standards are welcome. The menu’s emphasis on premium beef and clear sourcing makes it a natural choice for groups that want a consistently high-quality meal and for guests treating a celebratory evening with a measure of formality. Its Georgetown address and precise, ingredient-led approach also make it appropriate for professional entertaining and gatherings that prize culinary provenance.
Ordering Tips
Ask about provenance and ageing when you order—CUT’s core argument is that breed, feed program and ageing protocol materially change the steak, so servers will frame choices around domestic wagyu versus Japanese imports and wet- versus dry-ageing. Start light with the tuna tartare, move to a benchmark cut such as the ribeye to judge the kitchen’s technique, and finish with a classic dessert like the chocolate soufflé. For beverages, consult staff for wine pairings that highlight the meat’s fat and seasoning.
Venue details
Ambiance
Sleek decor with low lighting creating an elegant, sophisticated atmosphere ideal for deal makers and dates.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- tuna tartar
- ribeye
- chocolate soufflé
Planning details
Location
1050 31st St NW, Washington, DC 20007 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Cakes by CUT, Notable alternative
- Susheria, Notable alternative
- Chez Billy Sud & Café Colline, Notable alternative
- Il Canale, Notable alternative
- Baked & Wired, Bakery, Bakery
Restaurant context
How CUT Washington D.C. compares in Georgetown
CUT Washington D.C. is the pick when ambiance and occasion value matter more than casual speed. Cakes by CUT and Baked & Wired are better for dessert, bakery runs, or lower-commitment plans, while CUT Washington D.C. is better suited to a seated meal where the room carries weight.
For cuisine-led cross-shopping, Susheria is the clearer choice if the group wants Japanese-leaning dining, Il Canale is the easier group option for Italian-leaning comfort. Chez Billy Sud & Café Colline is the better fit for a softer neighborhood atmosphere.
Booking difficulty is the practical separator: CUT Washington D.C. is listed as easy, so it works when plans are forming late. Choose it for a sharper Georgetown meal; choose the peers when value, bakery convenience, or a specific cuisine matters more.
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Compare CUT Washington D.C.
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUT Washington D.C. | Washington, D.C. | ; | 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence |
| Cakes by CUT | Washington, D.C. | ; | No published awards |
| Susheria | Washington, D.C. | ; | No published awards |
| Chez Billy Sud & Café Colline | Washington, D.C. | ; | No published awards |
| Il Canale | Washington, D.C. | ; | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended |
| Baked & Wired | Washington, D.C. | Bakery | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Recommended2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #4812024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #3942023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can CUT Washington D.C. accommodate groups?
Group accommodations may vary. CUT Washington D.C. is listed as open daily from 7 AM to 11 PM, but larger-party availability, private dining, booking requirements should be confirmed directly with the venue. Cakes by CUT is another option to compare.
Is CUT Washington D.C. good for solo dining?
Solo-dining suitability may vary. The venue is listed as open daily from 7 AM to 11 PM and has a smart casual dress code, so confirm the current setup directly if you are planning a solo visit. You can also compare other options such as Baked & Wired or Chez Billy Sud & Café Colline.
What should a first-timer know about CUT Washington D.C.?
First-timers should know the basics: CUT Washington D.C. is in Washington, D.C., is listed as open daily from 7 AM to 11 PM, has a smart casual dress code. Menu, pricing, service details should be confirmed directly before visiting. Cakes by CUT is another venue to consider.
Is CUT Washington D.C. good for a special occasion?
Special-occasion suitability depends on what you need. The smart casual dress code and daily 7 AM to 11 PM hours may help with planning, but details such as menu, pricing, group arrangements should be confirmed directly. Il Canale is another option to compare.
Is lunch or dinner better at CUT Washington D.C.?
A specific lunch or dinner format is not listed here. CUT Washington D.C. is listed as open every day from 7 AM to 11 PM, so choose a time that fits your plan and confirm current meal service details directly. Baked & Wired is another option to compare.
What are alternatives to CUT Washington D.C.?
Other venues to compare include Cakes by CUT, Baked & Wired, Chez Billy Sud & Café Colline, Il Canale, Susheria. CUT Washington D.C. is best evaluated on the basics available here: Washington, D.C. location, daily 7 AM to 11 PM hours, smart casual dress code.
