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Serves meat, vegan options available. Upscale dining by Todd Gray of Muse. Vegan food is given a fair consideration (listed on menu left column) and even offers vegan desserts. All-you-can-eat vegan brunch on Sunday (reservation recommended). The rest of the week the menu is approx. 50% dedicated to vegan items. Multi-course menus with wine pairings available. Relocated from 818 Connecticut Ave NW. Open Tue-Sat 4:00pm-10:00pm, Sun 10:30am-1:30pm. Closed Mon-Tue.
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900 19th NW, Washington, District Of Columbia, USA
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Last update on 11 Aug 2024 by ExPlantis
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Added by cookiem on 22 Apr 2014
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72 Reviews
First Review by cookiem
sbheller
Points +221
Great fit for this couple, where 1 of us is vegan & the other not - Edit
Really outstanding food and superb service in a great location with warm and inviting ambience.
Read morePros: Vegan options were delicious, Non-vegan options were reported to be delicious
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pambev
Points +618
Quality food - Edit
Tasty food and so balance.
Read moreWish to have little more vegan options but I would like go back again.
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ElissaBVegan
Points +3541
Gourmet vegan fare - Edit
I went for the pre fixe three course vegan menu for DC Veg Restaurant Week, and it was delicious! There were several choices but I had the Early Spring Asparagus Panzanella, Hen of the Woods Mushrooms and Meyer Lemon Tart. Sooooo good!!!
Read morePros: Several vegan options, Elegant atmosphere close to the White House, Delicious
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BeverlyOrnberg
Points +1209
Vegan Easter Brunch - Edit
Here for the 100% Vegan Easter brunch. Amazing food. Good service, although like everywhere else, they were swamped with tables. 8 course gourmet menu. Something for everyone, even satisfying the omnivores among us.
Read morePros: Lots of gourmet choices, 1/2 price parking next door
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IbisM
Points +37
10/10!!! A Life Changing 8 Course Plant-based Brunch w/ Bottomless Mimosas - Edit
I visited the Equinox Restaurant on a Sunday with family, and I fell in love with it. I only had issues with one item on the menu, but I believe that my palate isn't refined enough to enjoy sour tastes. Other than that, the remaining courses were excellent. The pacing and proportions of the courses were perfect. Lastly, the desserts left me feeling satisfied about my investment, because this expensive brunch raised the bar on what I identify as food.
Read moreI highly recommend making a reservation for the plant-based brunches on Sunday, and I can't wait to return!
Updated from previous review on 2022-03-29
Pros: Tastes
Cons: Expensive
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AdrieneL
Points +200
Yummy vegan cocktails and soup! - Edit
We liked our vegan tasting menu -- to a degree -- and the service was impeccable. But after all was said and done, we both agreed that the best part of the evening were the two cocktails we ordered and the soup that started out the tasting courses: the "Anti-Oxident" (run, lime juice, orange juice, carrot juice, aquafava for foamy goodness, and mint), the Bold & Bright Hibiscus Sparkler (tequila, Hibiscus-Ginger Syrup, lemon juice, Creme de Cassis, Club Soda), and the Spiced Butternut and Coconut Cream Soup. The rest of the food was, strangely, bland, under-seasoned. We'll be back, but perhaps just for the cocktails and soup! Giving three stars for what we loved and one less star for our disappointment about most of the food on the tasing menu.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-11-26
Pros: Wonderful service and atmosphere, Fabulous cocktails
Cons: Except for the soup, food was underwhelming to us
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Kayla_Nicole
Points +68
Delicious food and great service. Lots of plant based options. - Edit
We ate at Equinox during our honeymoon in DC. Plant based/vegan items are clearly marked. They even have a plant based tastings menu. The crispy Roman style artichokes were fantastic. We even got a free cocktail and dessert! Perfect date night restaurant!
Read morePros: Attentive & friendly staff, DELICIOUS!
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eccw2012
Points +62
Beautiful Food Beautiful Atmosphere - Edit
Nothing better then a warm spring evening dining on the patio at Equinox enjoying amazing vegan food, amazing knowledgeable staff, excellent service and a creative eclectic menu with tons of plant based options. Great vibe perfect for special occasions or just being about town!
Read morePros: Lots of Vegan Options , Beautiful Atmosphere , Great for Date Night or Special Occasion
Cons: Parking
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bknamaste
Points +862
THE BEST - Edit
I absolutely love Equinox. I would give 5 stars if I could. I have been several times since moving to DC in June of 2020. They always have a lot of plant based options and they have an all vegan bottomless brunch! Not to mention, the service is superb. It's my go to restaurant for a sit down meal. It's worth every penny. Chef Todd rocks!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Great service
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kmau_
Points +1151
Great date or brunch spot!! - Edit
Amazing amazing amazing! We went for the vegan brunch which is currently a tasting menu (I think maybe it was a buffet before covid?). There were 8 dishes served in 5 courses. You will end up taking food home.
Read moreEvery dish was delicious. But the heart palm cakes and the chowder really were the All Stars! The cocktails were equally good and cutely decorated.
Prices are on the higher end, but for the quality of the food, the quantity, and the location in DC they were definitely commensurate. Service was lovely and took time to explain the menu.
100% will be back, and would recommend to friends and family (vegans and non-vegans).
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TheGoGoVegan
Points +93
Service and food excellent - Edit
They went above and beyond to make sure everything I wanted and needed was adhered to.
Read morePros: Totally vegan brunch
Cons: Just wish it was a full time vegan restaurant
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beetsrock
Points +881
Sunday Pandemic Brunch - Edit
Treated myself to an upscale dining experience while in quarantine. Delicious! Chef Todd was there to greet me for the meal pick up and the food was plentiful. Leftovers.
Read morePros: Vegan brunch, Changing menu, Take out
Cons: Pricey
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CharlesLeas
Points +16
Go somewhere else - Edit
What can I say. Horrible place. It was our 12 year anniversary. I booked on Open Table and the menu looked great. Once we arrived we found out they had a special menu for Feb. 15 but it was not posted on Open Table which the restaurant uses for reservations.I have seen special menus on Open Table before but I guess this restaurant was to lazy to post one. The manager with an attitude said the special menu is on their website. I told him I used Open Table. He would not make us anything that was on their normal Menu.
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vegSCPA
Points +100
A 5-Star Restaurant! - Edit
Equinox is our go-to eatery when we visit DC. We know that we'll always enjoy a fabulous meal (they have a separate vegan menu) where each course is well-paired with wine. The menu changes periodically; we appreciate the variety offered by the chef. The restaurant is elegant. Staff are friendly and well-trained. It is easy to make reservations at Equinox via phone or OpenTable. I wish that HappyCow allowed a rating of 5 stars because Equinox deserves a 5-star rating!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2017-03-29
Pros: Excellent food & wine pairings, Well-trained staff, Elegant vibe
Cons: HappyCow won't let me give Equinox 5 Stars!
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Ch246
Points +657
Vegan Brunch - Edit
The vegan brunch was so delicious and there were so many options! I would highly recommend it!!
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yuduke
Points +44
Delicious - Edit
Really good food
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mmeghani
Points +641
Great vegan Sunday brunch - Edit
Great Sunday brunch - all plant-based food. Seating is all indoor but one section has great natural lighting. The brunch is buffet style & has plenty of variety - representing food from different parts of the world & savory & sweet tastes.
Read morePros: totally vegan Sunday brunch with a variety of food, nice atmosphere, $35 per person buffet at a fine restaurant
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ShaneAustinHall
Points +608
The vegan equinox - Edit
I took my husband here for his birthday, and I’m very happy I did. We are both vegans, and were asked if we were when our waiter introduced himself. It’s nice that they take that into consideration. Our waiter was very friendly and attentive. He was very helpful in exploring the vegan options for us. The ambience was intimate and relaxing. They served us with food to taste in between our meal, which was a nice touch. The food was absolutely delicious, from appetizer to dessert. Equinox has a great attention to detail, and even gifted my husband a happy birthday card from the staff. I look forward to us coming back, and especially for their vegan brunch. Thanks Equinox!
Read morePros: Great vegan options , Fantastic staff, Attention to detail
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SarahElizabeth23
Points +48
Delicious Sunday Brunch - Edit
I ate way too much and I have never been happier about it. The tempura veggies are amazing and the whoopie pie was heavenly. Service was great, too.
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VeganTastebuds
Points +123
Delicious Vegan Brunch - Edit
Even though the price is pretty high, it is well worth it for a once in a while opportunity. Lots of options, hearty and filling, and delicious flavors. Highly recommend it for a rare upscale vegan experience.
Read morePros: Delicious food, Nice variety (including healthier/gluten free), Upscale
Cons: Need reservation, High price
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mkusafr
Points +78
Our Splurge night - Edit
Friendly and fine dining. This will be be our go to for a nice healthy meal out. Cost is in line with DC dining. We went all out (I wanted a break/reward from cooking). They label items as (PB) - Plant based. We got the Plant Based tasting menu and wine pairings. Whenever we were curious about the food the waiter would tell us. The flavored so wonderfully complex and balanced. Texture too. Easy to bring Omni eaters. 5 stars but it’s not 100% vegan restaurant, so I can’t.
Read morePros: Plant based options a plenty and welcoming, Delicious - convince an Omni or they have options, Nice restaurant - don’t find many nice with vegan
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Tamy
Points +3407
Savory not sweet - Edit
I ventured to equinox for the Sunday brunch so many of the reviews talked about and I have to say that it definitely lived up to expectations and then some.
Read moreFor $35 in a city like D.C. where a vegan wrap in a casual place is over $10, I was not expecting much from an "all you can eat" vegan option. However, the fact that this brunch took place at such a well-regarded restaurant drew me in. The place is small but elegant and offers a lovely outdoor seating area. The staff was extremely kind and efficient.
The buffet featured a nice variety of dishes incorporating culinary flavors from all over the world. Everything from the salad to the gazpacho to the tofu scramble was absolutely delicious. I personally loved the trumpet mushroom soba noodle stir fry the most. The chef achieved a deliciously savory and perfect umami taste in that dish. The tofu scramble, which I was expecting to be either bland or overly spiced as it is at most places, had this subtle flavor I could not identify, but it was absolutely delicious and not overly greasy or watery. The cauliflower tempura so many people mention in their reviews was indeed very tasty, but I did not find it to be my favorite dish. The salads were all incredible--the dressing was amazing and not exaggerated, and the addition of elements like roasted beet or baked artichoke elevated the flavor profiles to a new level. The gazpacho was the best I have ever tried. I also found their multigrain blueberry loaf to be extraordinary. I kept eating the slices plain--despite the myriad spreads available--because it was so tasty on its own.
However, Equinox has not come even close to mastering sweets as well as it masters savory. Everything from the pancakes--which were gummy and flavorless--to any treat on the dessert table--I tried most of them--was terrible. Absolutely terrible. The desserts just tasted like sugar and chemicals. They had no flavor, no richness--just sugar. I could not eat more than a nibble, and actually had the urge to not swallow. I thought at first it was maybe just the one dessert, but I tried the truffles, cheesecake, peanut butter cake, cannoli, and brownies without reaching a different conclusion. It was all absolutely terrible and tasted completely artificial.
Despite the disappointing sweets, I would return to brunch at equinox in a heartbeat. The savory dishes were all absolutely delicious and more than worth the price. A must-go--simply don't save room for dessert.
Pros: Tasty, Nice ambiance, all-you-can-eat
Cons: Terrible desserts
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JJones315
Points +2355
All you-can-eat vegan brunch in the Captial City - Edit
This review regards the weekend vegan brunch buffet. The space is quite small, but they have both indoor and outdoor seating. The brunch buffet had good variety (mini-pancakes, soup, grains, salads, tofu scramble, breads with various toppings, and decadent mini-desserts) and the quality was good. There is also a variety of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available. The staff were attentive and pleasant. Great vegan brunch option in DC.
Read morePros: 100% plant based weekend brunch, All-you-can-eat, Reasonably priced for the neighborhood
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lissam
Points +33
Menu clearly marks plant based dishes - Edit
I fell into complete love with Equinox. The menu has PB beside every plant based dish. This makes ordering so easy, and the waiters are well informed on the ingredients. Their plant based deserts are to die. I had the cookies with almond milk, and the cookies were still warm and SO tasty. If you choose to dine here, you MUST order the fig soda! It is carbonated and sweet! Also the restaurant has a very relaxing setting with jazz music. I recommend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys fine dining!
Read morePros: Delicious vegan dessert , Informed waiters , Organized menu
Cons: pricey
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Karen P
Points +76
Equinox's All -Vegan Sunday Brunch is a Winner! - Edit
We go frequently and we always take out-of-town friends when they are on visits in DC. The quality of the food (all vegan) is exceptional, the buffet items are refilled often, and chef Todd Gray personally oversees the food and circulates among the tables. Definitely worth the price; actually a bargain!
Read morePros: Lovely restaurant, comfortable spacing., Service excptional., Food on buffet is all-vegan, varied and delicious.
Cons: I can't think of any Cons.
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LDR
Points +110
outstanding upscale vegan food - Edit
This upscale, welcoming restaurant has fantastic vegan options. Friendly service, great atmosphere (includes a patio with outdoor seating), and about 40% of the menu is plant-based. Very central location so great for both tourists and business travelers. My friend and I went for a delicious candle-lit outdoor dinner and got the tomato-pineapple gazpacho (awesome) hearts-of-Palm "crab cake" and eggplant falafel (delicious). Highly recommended. Note that it's pricey though -- entrees are $20-30.
Read morePros: substantial vegan options with outstanding quality
Cons: pricey
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DCGrrl
Points +101
Bring your omnivore friends - Edit
We have been to the Sunday vegan brunch a number of times, twice with omnivore friends in tow.
Read moreThe buffet is not huge, but there are always plenty of seasonal dishes to fill everyone's belly.
My personal favorite, which often gets return placement on the buffet, is the tempura cauliflower. Soooo tasty!
There is usually a tofu scramble station, sometimes manned by the executive chef himself, where you can get your tofu scramble as you like it. Other dishes are refilled frequently so everything is freshly made. There are also labels on things that are gluten free.
It is really nice to have such an upscale experience, paired with personal attention from the executive chef, who has been in house every time I've visited, and often asks for feedback. Occasionally waiters will even bring around an amuse-bouche to the diners.
I'll be going again!
Pros: Rotating menu so it's not the same every time, Ambience, Service
Cons: Reservations are a must-have, pricy
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