Philippe Chow - DC

4.2

826 Reviews

$31 to $50

Chinese

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views
Fancy

Philippe puts his own spin on traditional Beijing-style cuisine with results that are modern, flavorful and theatrical. All specialty dishes are served family-style, giving all guests the opportunity to experience a taste in every dish ordered. Our philosophy focuses on bringing people together for an experience that they can share with one another – starting with our signature dishes.

FOR PARTIES OF 9 OR MORE, PLEASE VISIT please select one of our large party dining experiences listed on our OpenTable page OR visit https://www.philippechow.com/location/washington-dc/ -- Be sure to select Group Dining

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Chinese, Asian
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(202) 601-8888
Website
https://www.philippechow.com/location/washington-dc/
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
For nearly 15 years, Philippe has provided exquisite cuisine to some of the most noteworthy events, fundraisers and private affairs throughout Manhattan and beyond. Our catering options are vast and unique.
Private party facilities
Philippe offers the brand’s signature dishes family-style that guests know and love. Options range from light fare all the way to Chef Chow himself carving his signature Peking Duck at your table.

Location
635 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024
Neighborhood
Southwest Waterfront
Cross street
We are located on Wharf Street SW, right in front of The Wharf Marina.
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
There are two metro stations just a few minutes walk away from The Wharf:<br />Waterfront Metro Station is just one block away with access to the Green Line.<br />L'Enfant Plaza Metro Station is about an 8 minute walk away from The Wharf, with access to the Blue, Orange, Silver, Green, Yellow lines. <br />For more Public Transportation options of getting to our waterfront location at The Wharf, please visit: https://www.wharfdc.com/getting-here/
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access

What 826 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.1Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Philippe Chow in DC offers a mix of sophisticated ambiance and "fantastic service." Guests rave about the "juiciest duck" and "delicious" crispy beef. While some experiences highlight crowded or noisy environments, the attentive staff and flavorful dishes often make up for it. Perfect for celebrating birthdays or special occasions!

826 Reviews

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Ashlyn
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I took my husband here for his birthday on a Saturday around 5 pm. The atmosphere is classic and cozy. Service overall was fine. I think we had a newer waiter, so I have grace. I didn't enjoy the food. The salt and pepper calamari was bland and underseasoned. I ordered the sweat and sour salmon. It was coated with a sweet crispy layer of something lol but it reminded me of funnel cake. I only ate half of it. I will say their crafted cocktails are good and they gave us two glasses of champagne on the house for my husbands birthday. I would only return for pre-dinner drinks.
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marinela
New Jersey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional food, service, and atmosphere! Great experience 👍
Philippe Chow - DCResponded on November 22, 2024
Hello, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Philippe Chow - DC. Your kind words about our food, service, and atmosphere truly made our day. We strive to create memorable experiences for our guests, and it's heartening to know we hit the mark with you. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team
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Immaculate
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
There was a dog in the restaurant by my table while I was eating unfortunately I was too nervous to say anything. Other than that everything was really cool I guess. Thanks Phillipe Chow.
Philippe Chow - DCResponded on November 22, 2024
Hey, thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Philippe Chow - DC. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We apologize for any discomfort caused by the presence of a dog in your area. We understand how this could have affected your dining experience and we sincerely apologize. We appreciate your understanding and patience. We hope to see you again soon. Best, The Management Team
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Nicole
Washington DC
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
A fun restaurant for a special occasion. Lots of familiar favorites to try as well as some new things!
Philippe Chow - DCResponded on November 22, 2024
Hello Nicole, Thank you for choosing Philippe Chow - DC for your special occasion and for taking the time to leave us a review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our familiar favorites and found new things to try as well! Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we're already looking forward to your next visit. Best wishes, The Management Team
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Shawna
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Giovanni was Amazing and made sure our party was well taken care of all night.
Philippe Chow - DCResponded on November 18, 2024
Good morning Shawna, We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing night at Philippe Chow - DC! It's wonderful to know that our team was able to provide you with top-notch service and that all aspects of your evening went smoothly. We always aim to deliver an exceptional experience, and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. Thank you for choosing us and for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable evening soon. I will share your kind words with Gianni. Best wishes, The Management Team
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Colin
Baltimore
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Drinks were not great. Lots of food and the food was good. Seemed a bit overwhelmed with not enough staff?
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Donna
Baltimore
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an excellent meal at Philippe Chow. The food was delicious, particularly the salt and pepper cauliflower, the 5-spice prawns, and the crispy duck. Our server was extremely knowledgeable and guided us as we chose a good mix of appetizers and entrees for the four of us to share. We will be back! Much more to explore.
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Stephanie
Montreal
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I was really really disappointed to be honest. I so wanted it to be great because I love Asian food. It wasn't that busy when we were there but our reservation was early since we dined with a teenager and we had gotten into town that day. The service was courteous. But the food left all three of us on the fence. I know we had drinks in there but for more than 400$ I expected to be more wowed. I eat at least once a month or more at higher end places in Montreal with similar or higher price tags so I don't mind the price if I feel it's worth it. And all three of us felt it wasn't. The salt and pepper calamari and the fortune cookie red velvet cake were the only items we truly enjoyed. The won ton soup was ok but a little salty. The steamed dumpling sampler was subpar to my taste. Especially the vegetarian one that looked and tasted like it was filled with frozen spinach. It probably wasn't of course but that's what it felt and tasted like to us. The duck and cilantro dumplings were ok. The wagyu fried rice was ok too, maybe missing a bit of meat. The chicken flat noodle was also just ok and so was the kung pao chicken. So we left with everything being just ok. Keep in mind that this is just one party's opinion and in no ways means that we are right but still wanted to share.
Philippe Chow - DCResponded on November 19, 2024
Stephanie, We're truly sorry to hear about your experience at Philippe Chow - DC. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and we regret that we missed the mark this time. We're glad that you enjoyed some of our dishes, but we're sorry that others didn't meet your expectations. We strive to have everyone enjoy each dish. We appreciate your feedback, as it helps us improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best, The Management Team
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Shena
Raleigh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Everything was great except for the chicken fried rice. They forgot to send with our meal but when we did receive it we thought the chicken was shrimp. It was under cooked and looked white and slimy. The texture was not chicken at all.
Philippe Chow - DCResponded on November 16, 2024
Hey Shena, We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your overall experience at Philippe Chow - DC. We apologize for the oversight with the chicken fried rice. We're sorry to hear that it didn't meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly look into this matter. We hope to serve you again soon and provide a better experience. Best, The Management Team
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Mike
Washington DC
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant was a great pick for my wife's birthday. We had shrimp spring rolls, nine season spicy prawns and spicy velvet chicken. Everything tasted great! The service was impeccable! We will be returning to check out other dishes. They had a 9 course lobster special that looked amazing as well. The price was a little high, but worth it for a special occasion.
Philippe Chow - DCResponded on November 16, 2024
Thanks for the review, Mike! We're happy to hear that you and your wife enjoyed your birthday celebration at Philippe Chow - DC. It's great to know that our shrimp spring rolls, nine-season spicy prawns, and spicy velvet chicken hit the mark for you! We're also glad that you found our service to be impeccable. We're glad you're planning to return and check out other dishes. We aim to provide the best dining experience for special occasions. We understand that our prices might be a bit high, but we're glad you found it worth it for the quality and experience we offer. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team
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FAQs

Philippe Chow - DC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 601-8888.

Philippe Chow - DC is rated 4.2 stars by 826 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

635 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
We are located on Wharf Street SW, right in front of The Wharf Marina.
Neighborhood
Southwest Waterfront
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Chinese, Asian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
There are two metro stations just a few minutes walk away from The Wharf:Waterfront Metro Station is just one block away with access to the Green Line.L'Enfant Plaza Metro Station is about an 8 minute walk away from The Wharf, with access to the Blue, Orange, Silver, Green, Yellow lines. For more Public Transportation options of getting to our waterfront location at The Wharf, please visit: https://www.wharfdc.com/getting-here/
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access

Website
https://www.philippechow.com/location/washington-dc/
Phone number
(202) 601-8888
Catering
For nearly 15 years, Philippe has provided exquisite cuisine to some of the most noteworthy events, fundraisers and private affairs throughout Manhattan and beyond. Our catering options are vast and unique.
Private party facilities
Philippe offers the brand’s signature dishes family-style that guests know and love. Options range from light fare all the way to Chef Chow himself carving his signature Peking Duck at your table.

Philippe Chow - DC

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

What 826 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Philippe Chow - DC offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Philippe Chow - DC restaurant rated?

Is Philippe Chow - DC currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information