Blue Duck Tavern
Blue Duck Tavern
1201 24th St NW, Washington, DC 20037, USA
- Max Seated
- 120
- Max Standing
- 150
Average Response Time 3-5 days
About Blue Duck Tavern
Inside Blue Duck Tavern’s open kitchen with custom-designed Molteni range, our award-winning culinary team brings seasonal and bold flavors to the table through simple, cooking methods and modern techniques. Savor delicious slow-roasted cuisine from the restaurant’s wood-burning oven, capturing the flavors of America’s best wholesome foods and sustainable gastronomy. Combining with the classic American touches of dark oak and blue burlap with a market-based menu featuring local farms and purveyors, Blue Duck Tavern captures the region’s natural bounty and culinary traditions. Handcrafted wood furnishings, including a 29-foot long Windsor bench, enhance Blue Duck Tavern’s warm and rustic feel, inviting travelers and local residents to gather and celebrate the best ingredients of the season.
Event Spaces 6
120 max seated • 150 max standing
Blue Duck Patio
- 50
- Seated
- 80
- Standing
The Windsor Table
- 12
- Seated
- 12
- Standing
Tea Cellar
- 12
- Seated
- 30
- Standing
Chef's Table (Main Chef's Table)
- 24
- Seated
- 24
- Standing
Blue Duck Lounge
- 90
- Seated
- 120
- Standing
Blue Duck Tavern
- 120
- Seated
- 150
- Standing
Pricing Packages
Recently updated
(A) Restaurant Main Dining Room Full Buyout || 5pm+ (DINNER) || 50-120 guests
- Minimum Spend
- $32,000
Dinner buyout starts at: $32,000++ F&B minimum Final F&B minimum is dependent on contracted guest count, time needed and space needed. Availability for this package: 5:00pm+ Typical timing is 1-4 hours Pre-fixe/ plated is not available Family Style Chef’s Table Experience is available for groups with 10-50 guests Stationed (stationary, buffet, action stations) available for all group sizes Reception menu is available for all group sizes ++ Service Charge= 25% (20% gratuity, 3% house fee, 2% reservation fee) Tax = 10% No other fees (room fee, deposit, etc.) Pricing subject to change
(B) Restaurant Main Dining Room Full Buyout || 11:30pm - 2:30pm (LUNCH) || max 120 guests
- Minimum Spend
- $20,000
Lunch buyout starts at: $20,000++ F&B minimum Final F&B minimum is dependent on contracted guest count, timing and space needed. Availability for this package: 11:30am-2pm Typical timing is 1-3 hours Pre-fixe/ plated is not available Family Style Chef’s Table Experience is available for groups with 10-50 guests Stationed (stationary, buffet, action stations) available for all group sizes Reception menu is available for all group sizes ++ Service Charge= 25% (20% gratuity, 3% house fee, 2% reservation fee) Tax = 10% No other fees (room fee, deposit, etc.) Pricing subject to change
(C) Lounge Reception Full Buyout || 2pm+ (Dinner) || max 120 guests
- Minimum Spend
- $10,000
Lounge buyout starts at: $10,000++ F&B minimum Final F&B minimum is dependent on contracted guest count, time needed and space needed. Availability for this package: 2pm+ Typical timing is 1-3 hours Pre-fixe/ plated is not available Family Style Chef’s Table Experience is available for groups with 10-50 guests Stationed (stationary, buffet, action stations) available for all group sizes Reception menu is available for all group sizes ++ Service Charge= 25% (20% gratuity, 3% house fee, 2% reservation fee) Tax = 10% No other fees (room fee, deposit, etc.) Pricing subject to change
(D) Lounge Reception Full Buyout || Lunch: 11:30-2pm (LUNCH)
- Minimum Spend
- $6,000
Lounge reception buyout (during lunch hours) starts at: $6,000++ F&B minimum Patio buyout starts at: $10,000++ F&B minimum Half buyout: TBD based on needs Final F&B minimum is dependent on contracted guest count, time needed and space needed. Availability for this package: 11:30am-2pm, 2pm+, 5:30pm+ Typical timing is 2 hours ++ Service Charge= 25% (20% gratuity, 3% house fee, 2% reservation fee) Tax = 10% No other fees (room fee, deposit, etc.) Pricing subject to change
(E) Lounge
- Minimum Spend
- $2,500
Lounge Partial Buyout starts at: $2,500++ F&B minimum Final F&B minimum is dependent on contracted guest count, time needed and space needed. Availability for this package: 2pm+ Typical timing is 1-3 hours Pre-fixe/ plated is not available Family Style Chef’s Table Experience is available for groups with 10-50 guests Stationed (stationary, buffet, action stations) available for all group sizes Reception menu is available for all group sizes ++ Service Charge= 25% (20% gratuity, 3% house fee, 2% reservation fee) Tax = 10% No other fees (room fee, deposit, etc.) Pricing subject to change
(H) Patio Buyout (ANY TIME)
- Minimum Spend
- $10,000
Patio buyout starts at: $10,000++ F&B minimum Final F&B minimum is dependent on contracted guest count ++ Service Charge= 25% (20% gratuity, 3% house fee, 2% reservation fee) Tax = 10% No other fees (room fee, deposit, etc.) Pricing subject to change
(G) 3-5 Course Chef's Table Experience || Entire Section || 5:30pm+ || 20-50 guests
- Minimum Spend
- $8,000
3-5 Course Chef's Table Experience w/ Sommelier Wine Pairing || Entire Section Privacy: Open Accommodates group size: 25-40ppl Availability for this package: 5:30pm+ Typical timing is 2-3 hours $8,000++ F&B minimum 3 courses with sommelier wine pairing= 260++ per person 4 courses with sommelier wine pairing= 295++ per person 5 courses with sommelier wine pairing= 330++ per person (multi course per person charges count towards minimum) Pre-fixe/ plated is not available Family Style Chef’s Table Experience is available for groups with 10-50 guests Reception menu is available for all group sizes ++ Service Charge= 25% (20% gratuity, 3% house fee, 2% reservation fee) Tax = 10% No other fees (room fee, deposit, etc.) Pricing subject to change
(H) Semi-Private Space || 3-5 Course Chef's Table Experience || max 24 guests
At our semi-private Chef’s Tables, we offer a Family-Style Chef’s Table Experience: a thoughtfully curated, multi-course dining journey that highlights the essence of Blue Duck Tavern and the freshest seasonal ingredients. Dishes are designed to serve 3–4 guests with multiple servings of each item brought to the table for an abundant experience that encourages sharing and connection. While we are happy to accommodate dietary restrictions with advance notice, this is a curated experience rather than an à la carte menu, with each dish intentionally selected to reflect the Chef’s vision. Dinner Pricing is $120++ per person for 3 courses, $140++ for 4 courses, and $160++ for 5 courses.* For groups under 10 guest a $1,500++ F&B minimum applies. Beverages are charged on consumption. Breakfast & Lunch options/pricing available* An optional sommelier wine pairing is available for $65++ (3 courses), $80++ (4 courses), or $95++ (5 courses). There are no additional rental fees associated with the space with the exception of 22% service charge (20% gratuity and 2% reservation fee) and 10% tax. Spaces: Tea Cellar: max 12 guests Windsor Table: max 12 guests Main Chef's Table: 13-24 guests
Amenities
A/V Equipment
Coat Check
Handicap Accessible
Kosher Kitchen
Media Room
Pet Friendly
Pool
Street Parking
Valet Parking
WiFi
Windows
Dance Floor
Breakout Rooms
In-house caterer only
In-house suppliers only
FAQs 7
- How much does it cost to rent the venue?
- This depends on the guest count, space needed and the timing if the event.
- Is the venue handicap accessible?
- Yes
- Does your venue have on-site parking available for guests?
- We have valet only for $15 per vehicle for short term parking (pricing subject to change) offered via an onsite 3rd party service.
- Does the venue offer on-site catering options?
- All food and beverage will be prepared and served by Blue Duck Tavern.
- What is the venue capacity?
- Max capacity depends on the spaces being used. Typically seated would be 120 (unless on a flow) and standing would be 150 (unless on a flow)
Map
1201 24th St NW, Washington, DC 20037, USA