The Oceanaire Seafood Room

Top 2% of restaurants in Washington DC
8/10

8 expert reviews

“Don’t be surprised if you spot senators and lobbyists making back-room deals at this see-and-be-seen spot for Washington’s power set.”

– Time Out

Zagat Zagat
"Essentially a "steakhouse for fish", this "upper-end" chain seafooder, with links in DC and Baltimore, attracts a "power" crowd with its "invariably delicious and fresh" fish." Full review
Gayot Gayot
14.0
"Reminiscent of a '30s restaurant, this 9,000-square-foot place with plush cherry-wood paneling promises and delivers especially fresh seafood in a variety of ways." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"It may seem a little twee to model oneself on a 1930s ocean liner, but Oceanaire is an enduringly popular restaurant, thanks in large part to its comprehensive seafood menu."
Washington Post Washington Post
Editors' Pick
"Diners step back in time at this dashing ode to fish." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Seafood, gargantuan wedge salads, and '30s retro club feel."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Oceanaire distinguishes itself primarily with first-rate ingredients; you see it at its best by ordering simply, picking from the list of fresh fish that heads the menu."
Where Where
"Swank “oceanliner” where celebs, power lunchers go for fresh catches." Full review



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