Dining at The Dupont Circle Hotel: The Pembroke, Doyle and Doyle & Co.
The Dupont Circle Hotel offers three on‑site dining outlets: The Pembroke (Michelin‑recommended contemporary American restaurant for breakfast, weekend brunch and dinner), Doyle (mid‑century cocktail bar with small plates and views of Dupont Circle), and Doyle & Co. (lobby coffee bar for pastries and grab‑and‑go items). 24‑hour room service is also available with a limited overnight menu.
In this guide
The Pembroke — what to expect
The Pembroke is the hotel's full‑service restaurant serving contemporary American cuisine with global influences and seasonally rotating menus. The property lists The Pembroke as Michelin‑recommended.
The dining room features plush banquettes, marble tables and a seasonal terrace with neighborhood views; there is a semi‑private dining area for small events and private meals.
- Serves: Breakfast, Brunch & Dinner
- Breakfast hours (weekdays): 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; weekend brunch: 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- Dinner hours: 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Menu notes: modern American with influences from France, Morocco and Ireland; vegetarian options available
| Venue | Meals/When Served | Typical Hours (as listed) |
|---|---|---|
| The Pembroke | Breakfast, Weekend Brunch, Dinner | Breakfast 7:00–11:00 (wk), Brunch 9:00–2:30 (wkend), Dinner 5:30–10:00 |
Doyle — cocktails, small plates, and views
Doyle is the hotel's cocktail bar with a mid‑century‑modern design and floor‑to‑ceiling windows that look over Dupont Circle. The bar menu emphasizes classic cocktails and playful reinterpretations alongside a back bar of spirits and wine.
Food at Doyle is offered as small plates/light fare; the food menu is available in the afternoon and evening while the bar serves until around midnight or later on peak nights.
- Serves: Craft cocktails, small plates and light fare
- Food menu available from 2:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m.
- Published opening hours: Sunday 1:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m.; Mon–Thu 2:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m.; Fri 2:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.; Sat 1:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.
- Seasonal outdoor patio overlooking Dupont Circle
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Cocktail focus | Classic and reinterpreted cocktails inspired by 1950s–60s cocktail culture |
| Small plates | Available daily (food menu runs 2pm–11pm) |
| Hours (summary) | Afternoon–late night (varies by day, later on weekends) |
Doyle & Co. — coffee and grab‑and‑go
Doyle & Co. is the lobby coffee bar located across from The Pembroke. It serves a custom coffee blend from Dublin Roasters plus house‑made pastries and specialty quiche for guests on the go.
This outlet is positioned for quick morning coffee, light snacks, or takeaway items for guests heading out to explore Dupont Circle.
- Location: Lobby, across from The Pembroke
- Offerings: custom coffee blend, muffins, croissants, specialty quiche
- Open daily (hours vary; listed as open daily on third‑party sites)
| Service | Typical use |
|---|---|
| Doyle & Co. | Morning coffee, pastries, grab‑and‑go |
Practical tips for dining during your stay
Reservations: The hotel can arrange restaurant reservations through Guest Relations or the concierge. The Pembroke accepts reservations for breakfast, brunch and dinner; Doyle accepts walk‑ins and reservations depending on the night.
Room service: 24‑hour room service is available; a limited overnight menu runs from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. If you need a late‑night option, ask the front desk or Guest Relations for the overnight menu.
- Breakfast can be ordered in‑room à la carte or eaten in The Pembroke.
- Dietary needs: The Pembroke lists vegetarian options; for other restrictions, contact the restaurant or hotel in advance.
- Families & kids: The Pembroke is described as family‑friendly; children are welcome at the hotel overall.
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Reservations | Arrange via hotel concierge/Guest Relations; walk‑ins possible at Doyle |
| In‑room dining | 24‑hour service; limited overnight menu 11pm–6am |
| Dietary requests | Contact restaurant/hotel ahead for special diets |
Private dining, events and catering
The Pembroke offers a semi‑private dining area suitable for birthdays, business lunches or small receptions; the hotel also provides full event and wedding catering through its event spaces.
The hotel has six event rooms totaling more than 10,000 sq. ft., including two ballrooms with outdoor terraces. Event planning and catering are available through the hotel's dedicated events and Guest Relations teams.
- Event spaces include Dupont Ballroom (3,271 sq. ft.), Foxhall Ballroom (1,329 sq. ft.) and Glover Park Room (2,004 sq. ft.).
- Dupont Ballroom patio can be used as outdoor space for portions of an event.
- Standard wedding/site fees commonly include chairs, china, flatware, glassware, linens, lighting, sound, tables, set up and clean up (check current package details with the hotel).
| Room | Square feet / Typical wedding capacity |
|---|---|
| Dupont Ballroom | 3,271 sq. ft. / up to 150 seated (wedding configuration) |
| Foxhall Ballroom | 1,329 sq. ft. / smaller, fireplace feature |
| Glover Park Room | 2,004 sq. ft. / moderate‑size events |
Nearby food options and markets
The hotel sits steps from Dupont Circle and Embassy Row, a short walk from a variety of neighborhood restaurants and cafes. The Dupont Circle Farmer’s Market runs nearby on Sundays and is noted by the hotel as a place to find locally roasted coffee and regional foods.
If you want to explore beyond the immediate neighborhood, downtown DC and other nearby neighborhoods (Logan Circle, Georgetown) offer additional dining choices reachable on foot, by bus, or a short ride.
- Dupont Circle Farmer’s Market: nearby on Sundays (starts early morning), local coffee and produce available
- Embassy Row and surrounding streets: many independent restaurants and cafes within a few blocks
- Georgetown: accessible by bus or Capital Bikeshare (no direct Metro station there)
| Option | How to reach / Notes |
|---|---|
| Dupont Circle Farmer’s Market | Sunday morning, within walking distance |
| Nearby neighborhoods (Logan Circle, Georgetown) | Short ride or walk; Georgetown often reached by bus or bike |
