Hours
STANDARD SERVICE
Sunday - Thursday | 11:00 a.m. - Midnight
Friday & Saturday | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Traditional Afternoon Tea
Saturday & Sunday Seatings at 1:00 PM & 3:30 PM
*reservations required
The Lounge
Curated Cocktails, Culinary Delights, and Afternoon Tea
The Lounge
The Lounge is our vibrant living room off the Hotel’s expansive lobby and overlooking the lush Garden. With seating both indoors and on the Garden Patio, The Lounge is ideal for intimate meetups, relaxed conversation, special occasions, or unwinding with a nightcap. Choose from a range of beverages including bespoke cocktails, wines, spirits, coffee, and teas.
Menus
Starters
- Washingtonian Wings (GF) 20
- Mumbo Sauce, Secret Spice, Garlic Aioli
- Blue Crab Deviled Eggs (GF) 15
- Old Bay, Chilis, Chervil, Lemon Zest
- Braised Short Rib Potato (GF) 18
- Twice-Fried Potato, Pickle Shallot, Bleu Cheese, Crema
- Roasted Oysters 20
- Smoked Umami Butter, Garlic Parmesan Panko Crusted Charred Lemon
- Mediterranean Steak Tartare* 31
- Burrata Cheese, Mayonnaise, Kalamata Capers, Tomato Confit, Red Onion, Basil, Lemon, Focaccia Toast
- Charred Octopus 25
- Pebble Potatoes, Chorizo Vinaigrette, Garlic Aioli, Garlic Bread Crumbs
- Hamachi Crudo (GF)* 31
- Fresno Peppers, Red Onion, Cilantro, Ponzu
- Herb Truffle Fries (V) 15
- Garlic Aioli, Parmesan Cheese, House Ketchup
- Local Cheese & Charcuterie Board* 38
- Fresh Honeycomb, Seasonal Preserves, Assortment of Pickles
- Strawberry Gazpacho (GF, V) 22
- Feta Cheese, Cucumber, Bell Peppers, Onions, Garlic, Tarragon, Sherry
Mains
- Warm Burrata Salad (V) 20
- Strawberry-Rhubarb Agrodolce, Arugula, Pickled Chili, Crusty Bread
- Salamander Caesar Salad (V) 19
- Romaine Lettuce, Confit Tomato Raisins, Garlic Breadcrumbs, Parmesan Garlic Dressing
Add On: Chicken 10, Salmon 14, Shrimp 16 - Chopped Salad (GF) 19
- Genoa Salami, Iceburg Lettuce, Mozzarella, Chickpeas, Pepperoncini, Cherry Tomatoes, Oregano Vinaigrette
- Maryland Blue Crab Cake 47
- Creamed Leeks, Heirloom Tomato, Meyer Lemon
- Salamander Club Sandwich 23
- Smoked Turkey, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato and Sriracha Mayo.
Choice of Fries or Salad - Signature Steak Burger* 32
- Bacon Jam, Caramelized Onion, White Cheddar, Garlic Mayo, Brioche. Choice of Fries or Salad
- Garlic Prawns (GF) 26
- Toasted Shallots, White Wine, Lemon, Chives
V = Vegetarian | GF = Gluten Free | VG = Vegan
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness
**18% Gratuity will be automatically added to parties of 6 or more
Sweet Treats
- Vanilla Crème Brûlée 15
- Fresh Berries & Chocolate Baton
- Chocolate Raspberry Cake (VG) 12
- Vegan Chocolate Cake with Fresh Raspberries
- Madagascar Vanilla Cheesecake 16
- Confit of Blueberries & Raspberry Chocolate Ribbon
- Strawberry Gateaux 16
- Vanilla Whipped Ganache & Berry Compote
- Limoncello Tiramisu 14
- Mascarpone Cream with Lady Finger Sponge & Limoncello Liquor
V = Vegetarian | GF = Gluten Free | VG = Vegan
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness
**18% Gratuity will be automatically added to parties of 6 or more
Wine Selection
Bubbles
| Glass | Bottle | |
|---|---|---|
| Cremant, Faire La Fête, France | 16 | 70 |
| Champagne, Veuve Cliquot Brut, France | 32 | 150 |
| Rosé Cava, Campo Viejo, Spain | 14 | 68 |
| Rosé Champagne, Laurent-Perrier, France | 208 | |
| Imperial Nectar Rosé Champagne, Moët & Chandon, France | 36 | 178 |
| Brut Sparkling, Sokol Blosser Cuvee, Oregon | 22 | 110 |
| Champagne, Ruinart Brut, France | 300 | |
| Franciacorta, Ca Del Bosco, Italy | 150 |
White & Rosé
| Glass | Bottle | |
|---|---|---|
| Chardonnay, Skyside, California | 15 | 60 |
| Chardonnay, Cave De Lungy, France | 19 | 76 |
| Chardonnay, Stag’s Leap, California | 26 | 104 |
| Pinot Grigio, Bottega Vinaia, Italy | 18 | 72 |
| Rosé, Whispering Angel, France | 20 | 80 |
| Rosé, Daou, California | 18 | 72 |
| Sauvignon Blanc, The Crossing, 16 64 New Zealand | 16 | 64 |
| Sauvignon Blanc, Merry Edwards, California | 120 | |
| Sancerre, Le Garenne, France | 24 | 98 |
Red
| Glass | Bottle | |
|---|---|---|
| Blend, Rodney Strong Meritage, “Symmetry,” California | 160 | |
| Barolo, G.D. Vajara Albe, Italy | 32 | 127 |
| Cabernet, Austin Hope, California | 18 | 72 |
| Merlot, Duckhorn, California | 85 | |
| Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, “Whole Cluster,” Oregon | 19 | 76 |
| Cabernet, Frank Family Vineyards, California | 28 | 115 |
| Red Blend, Rabble, California | 18 | 72 |
| Bordeaux, Clarendelle, France | 20 | 78 |
**18% Gratuity will be automatically added to parties of 6 or more
Craft Cocktails
- Salamander G&T 20
- Ford’s Gin, Italicus, Rosemary, Juniper Berries Pink Peppercorn, Winter Citrus
- Teddy With A Kick 21
- Tito’s Vodka, St. Germain, Cucumber, Jalapeño, Citrus
- La Paloma 22
- Espolon Blanco Tequila, Cointreau, Fresh Grapefruit Q Grapefruit Soda, Pink Himalayan Salt
- French 76 25
- Beefeater Gin, Butterfly Pea, Fresh Lemon, Veuve Clicquot
- The Best Dirty Martini You’ve Ever Had 21
- Wheatley Vodka, House-Spiced Pickling Brine Manzanilla Sherry, Expressed Lemon
- Old Sage 22
- Brown Butter Washed Four Roses Bourbon Sage Infused Demerara Syrup, House Blended Bitters
- So Fresh, & So Clean, Clean 22
- Diplomatico Rum, Fresh Lime, Honey, Mint Oil
Spirits List
Tequila
| Don Julio Resposado | 26 |
| Don Julio 1942 | 48 |
| Patron Silver | 22 |
| Patron Reposado | 26 |
| Patron Anejo | 28 |
| Clase Azul | 31 |
| Kosmos Anejo | 30 |
| Kosmos Rosa | 28 |
Cognac
| Courvoisier VS | 18 |
| Courvoisier VSOP | 22 |
| Hennessy VS | 24 |
| Hennessy XO | 50 |
| Hennessy Paradis | 362 |
| Remy Martin VSOP | 22 |
| Remy Martin Louis XIII | 400 |
| Martell Cordon Blu | 32 |
| Martell XO | 40 |
Blended Scotch
| Chivas Regal 12 | 18 |
| Chivas Regal 18 | 28 |
| Dewar’s White Label | 18 |
| Johnnie Walker Red Label | 13 |
| Johnnie Walker Black Label | 19 |
| Johnnie Walker Blue Label | 65 |
| Johnnie Walker 18 Years | 19 |
Single Malts
Highlands
| Glenmorangie | 44 |
| Glenmorangie Signet | 62 |
| Oban 14 | 32 |
| Talisker 10 | 27 |
| Glenmorangie 12 | 19 |
| Glenmorangie 14 | 26 |
Lowlands
| Auchentoshan Classic | 19 |
| Auchentoshan 21 | 53 |
Speyside
| Glenfiddich 12 | 21 |
| Glenfiddich 14 | 25 |
| Glenfiddich 21 | 48 |
| Glenlivet 12 | 22 |
| Macallan 12 | 24 |
| Macallan Gold | 21 |
| Macallan Rare Case | 88 |
| Belvenie 21 | 73 |
Islay
| Lagavulin 16 | 33 |
| Lagavulin 10 | 22 |
Whiskey
Bourbon and Blends
| Angel’s Envy | 20 |
| Basil Hayden | 22 |
| Booker’s | 25 |
| Garrison Brothers | 44 |
| Hudson | 17 |
| Four Roses Small Batch | 20 |
| Jack Daniel’s | 13 |
| Jefferson Reserve | 22 |
| Knob Creek | 18 |
| Maker’s Mark | 15 |
| Woodford Reserve | 19 |
| Willett | 18 |
| Jack Single Barrel | 21 |
Rye
| Angel’s Envy Rye | 25 |
| Hudson Rye | 18 |
| Knob Creek Rye | 18 |
| Redemption Rye | 12 |
| Whistlepig Rye | 20 |
| Woodford Reserve Rye | 19 |
Spirit-Free - 18
- NA Spritz
- Giffard Aperitif, Blanc Verjus, Soda, Orange
- D.C.
- Ginger, Lemongrass, Makrut Lime Leaf, Soda Water, Lime
- Tea No-Jito
- Black Currant and Hibiscus Tea, Elderflower, Ginger Ale, Lime
Digestifs - 12
- Benedictine
- French Sweet Liqueur with Herbs And Spices
- B&B
- A Delightful Blend of Benedictine & Brandy
- Fernet Branca
- Italian Amaro that is Dry, Bitter & Astringent
- Limoncello
- Classic Italian Liqueur from Summer Lemons
- Sambuca
- Anise Liqueur with Hints of Licorice
Beer - 10
- Budweiser
- Lager, USA
- DC Brau, Corruption
- IPA, Washington DC
- Guinness, Draught
- Stout, Ireland
- Heavy Seas “Loose Cannon”
- IPA, Baltimore MD
- Kirin Ichiban
- Lager, Japan
- Lagunitas, Little Sumpin’ Sumpin’
- IPA, USA
- Miller Lite
- Lager, USA
**18% Gratuity will be automatically added to parties of 6 or more
Afternoon Tea Menu
Culinary Offerings:
Maple Curry Chicken Salad, Savory Tartlet
Smoked Turkey with Honey Pecan Aioli & Cranberry Chutney, Brioche
Virginia Ham Salad on Silver Dollar Bun
Fig & Brie on Pain de Mie, Arugula & Caviar
Molasses Cookies, Sugar Glaze
Cardamom Caramel Cake
Dirty Chai Trifle
Chocolate Rocher Cheesecake
Fig Newton Scones
Served with Apple Jam, Lemon Curd & Devonshire Cream
Tea Selection:
- Assam Breakfast
- Rich, Robust & Malty Blend of Pure Assam Tea
- Darjeeling Second Flush O
- Full-Bodied Aroma with Muscatel Flavor
- Earl Grey O
- Ceylon Scented with Bergamot & Cornflowers
- Dragon Well Green O
- Handpicked & Processed from The Zhejiang Province
- Ceylon Decaffeinated
- A Black Tea Classic
- Jasmine
- Jasmine Scented Tea
- Chamomile Flowers O
- Floral, Fresh, & Light
- Mint Meritage O
- Bright, Refreshing & Cleansing
(O) - organic/biodynamic
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Saturday & Sunday Seatings | 1:00pm & 3:30pm
Autumn Inspired Afternoon Tea
Guests will enjoy a refined experience with our Autumn-Inspired Afternoon Tea featuring a premium selection of loose-leaf teas, a glass of celebratory bubbles, homemade scones, tea sandwiches, and pastry delights curated by our expert culinary team. Reservations are required.
Saturday & Sunday Seatings | 1:00 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
95.00* per guest
[email protected] or +1 202.787.6148
*Exclusive of taxes and gratuity.
