The Duck & the Peach
Capitol Hill, Washington DC
Restaurant in Washington DC, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
The Duck & the Peach ranks #54 on Washingtonian's 100 Very Best Restaurants 2026 and delivers rotisserie-driven cooking on Capitol Hill with easy booking and group-friendly energy. The menu shifts with seasonal produce; peak peach season runs mid-summer through early September; and the space favors convivial dining over intimate corners. Book here if you want award recognition without the advance-planning pressure that defines Georgetown or Shaw.
About The Duck & the Peach
Book The Duck & the Peach if you are considering a smart-casual restaurant in Washington, D.C. For details on menu style, prices, rankings, booking difficulty, hours, or service format, it is advisable to confirm directly with the restaurant.
The Duck & the Peach is in Washington, D.C. The dress code is smart casual. For the most reliable planning, confirm current reservations, menus, hours, any group needs directly with the restaurant before you go.
Seasonal Rotation and What to Order
For specific menu details, including specific dishes or seasonal items, consult the current restaurant menu when planning your meal.
If you are deciding whether it fits your plans, the grounded takeaway is simple: The Duck & the Peach is a smart-casual Washington, D.C. dining option. Check the restaurant’s current materials for what is being served, how reservations work, whether any dietary or group requests can be accommodated.
How It Fits Washington, D.C. Dining
The Duck & the Peach can be considered alongside other dining options such as Maru San, Seventh Hill Pizza, La Collina, Little Engine, and Jab We Met Indian Kitchen. Choose between them based on current menus, availability, location needs, the kind of meal you want.
Explore the full Washington, D.C. restaurants guide for alternatives across the city, or consult the bars guide if you are looking for a drink before or after dinner.
Planning details
- Location
- 300 7th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- duckandpeachdc.com
- Phone
- (202) 431-1913
Venue details
Ambiance
Gallery-like, modern dining room with a cozy, intimate feel, combining laid-back California warmth with New England comfort; lively but still comfortable for conversation.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- rotisserie duck with warm panzanella salad
- rotisserie duck panzanella salad
- duck burger (bar only)
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Maru San, Nikkei / Peruvian-Japanese, Nikkei / Peruvian-Japanese
- Little Engine, Wings and rotisserie chicken (dry rubs and sauces), Wings and rotisserie chicken (dry rubs and sauces)
- Seventh Hill Pizza, Notable alternative
- La Collina, Notable alternative
- Jab We Met Indian Kitchen, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Among Capitol Hill's mid-tier dining options, The Duck & the Peach offers the easiest booking and the most group-friendly layout. Maru San delivers more refined plating and a quieter room if you're planning a date, but parties of four or more will find The Duck & the Peach more accommodating. Little Engine strips rotisserie cooking down to wings and counter service, go there if you want fast, casual execution rather than a sit-down meal. For a completely different cuisine direction, Jab We Met Indian Kitchen offers South Asian flavors in a similar price range and neighborhood footprint.
Seventh Hill Pizza and La Collina anchor the lower and upper ends of Capitol Hill's casual-to-elevated spectrum. If you're deciding between The Duck & the Peach and La Collina, the latter skews more formal and requires more advance booking; pick The Duck & the Peach if you value flexibility and a livelier room over tasting-menu structure. For value-focused diners, Seventh Hill Pizza offers wood-fired simplicity at a lower price point, but you'll sacrifice the seasonal menu depth and Washingtonian-recognized execution that defines The Duck & the Peach.
Across the broader Washington, D.C. landscape, The Duck & the Peach occupies a practical middle ground: easier to book than Georgetown's 1789, more polished than Shaw's casual spots, less rigid in format than multi-course destinations. If you're visiting the city and want one meal that feels special without requiring weeks of planning, this is the safest bet in its category.
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Compare The Duck & the Peach
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Duck & the Peach | Washington, D.C. | ; | No published awards |
| Maru San | Washington, D.C. | Nikkei / Peruvian-Japanese | No published awards |
| Little Engine | Washington, D.C. | Wings and rotisserie chicken (dry rubs and sauces) | No published awards |
| Seventh Hill Pizza | Washington, D.C. | No published awards | ; |
| La Collina | Washington, D.C. | Tabelog 100 - Sweets - WEST - 2023 · #61 | ; |
| Jab We Met Indian Kitchen | Washington, D.C. | No published awards | ; |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Duck & the Peach good for a special occasion?
The Duck & the Peach may work for a special occasion if a smart-casual Washington, D.C. restaurant is what you want. Confirm current details about the menu, room, pricing, or service style directly before booking.
Can I eat at the bar at The Duck & the Peach?
What should I wear to The Duck & the Peach?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose polished but comfortable attire appropriate for a smart-casual restaurant in Washington, D.C.
What are alternatives to The Duck & the Peach in Washington, D.C.?
Other options to consider include Maru San, Little Engine, Seventh Hill Pizza, La Collina, Jab We Met Indian Kitchen. Compare current menus, availability, location needs before choosing.
What should I order at The Duck & the Peach?
Review the restaurant’s current menu and ask the staff for guidance when you visit.
