Nancy M.
9/3/2025
Had an amazing time with friends at Mallard. My friend knows I love duck, so of course we had to come here. We tried most of the menu and let me say, everything was amazing! Not a single note....
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1337 14th St NW
Washington, DC 20005
Mallard, a charming restaurant in Washington, DC, offers a warm, convivial atmosphere near Logan Circle. Chef Hamilton Johnson, known for his reverence for Southern cuisine, presents a playful take on diverse food cultures of the American South. Growing up in South Carolina, Johnson honed his skills in Southern cooking, later refining his craft in Charleston before making his mark in D.C.
Inspired by Hamilton’s father’s wooden decoy carving hobby, Mallard exudes a sense of tradition and connection to wildlife and Southern heritage. The restaurant, founded by Michael Babin, aims to create an unpretentious, fun, and delicious culinary experience that celebrates the social element of food and cooking. Mallard promises a memorable dining experience where guests are welcomed and cared for in every detail.
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4.552 reviews
Iris P.
6/26/2025
surpassed my expectations. from the decor to the service to the food. started with complementary corn soup which tasted like cold clam chowder but sweeter/lighter. i could take five shots of it....
Lauren F.
6/4/2025
I had a fantastic experience at Mallard! We enjoyed the veal sweet bread waffles (4/5, amazing sweetbreads and sauces but a not truly malty half-waffle), the crab tartine (I didn't try it, but I'm...
Andrew H.
7/30/2025
Pretty good southern food! I liked the crab tartine, and the fried oysters were really good too. I didn't care for the dumplings, I would pass on that next time. Do know they have a rotating menu,...
Justine B.
3/16/2025
Mallard was fine, but not great *for me.* I'll preface this by saying that I don't particularly love New American cuisine, but I can appreciate it when it's done well. I dined with a small group...
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