Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.

4.7

1927 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Jan 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 51 times today

Experiences are available.

Fancy
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Truluck's, a premier dining destination since 1992, offers high-quality seafood and exceptional service with a commitment to sustainability. Renowned for its Florida Stone Crab, Truluck's ensures this delicacy goes from trap to table in 24 hours during its October to May season. Under Corporate Executive Chef Thomas Dritsas, the menu features fresh seafood and prime steaks, complemented by an extensive beverage program. Adhering to Ocean Conservancy guidelines, Truluck's supports sustainable practices and community initiatives. With 12 locations and a dedicated team, Truluck's creates remarkable dining experiences. Reservations can be made online or via OpenTable.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 898-0680
Website
https://trulucks.com/locations/washington-d-c
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Darryl Abraham
Private party facilities
For fabulous parties, lasting memories and none of the stress, choose Truluck’s. With flexible floor plans and a variety of spaces, we can accommodate parties large and small for any occasion (rehearsal dinners, corporate events, board meetings, milestone celebrations).
Private party contact
Amanda Chambers: (202) 900-4966

Location
700 K ST NW, Ste 70, Washington, DC 20001
Neighborhood
Mount Vernon Square
Cross street
7th and K St NW
Parking details
Colonial Parking garage entrance is located next to the restaurant on 7th street.
Public transit
Truluck's is a short walk from the Gallery Place/Chinatown stop on the Metro red line or the Mt. Vernon Square/Convention Center stop on the yellow and green lines.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

TRU Ninety-Two Prix Fixe Menu for $49
$49.00 per person
Multiple dates available
It's never too early to celebrate! We’re thrilled to introduce our new TRU Ninety-Two prix fixe menu, available daily for a limited time. Featuring multiple courses of Truluck’s favorites, this specially curated menu is only $49 and is designed for faster service, making it perfect for early dining before a concert, show, or a night out. Available until 6:00 PM, it’s the ideal start to an unforgettable evening. Savor the ocean’s finest seafood such as scallop & shrimp sauté and sesame crusted tuna or cut into a juicy filet mignon, paired with wines by the glass, seasonal cocktails, and indulgent desserts. But hurry—this offer won’t last long. Join us and let the magic of the evening unfold. Your table is waiting.

Offers

Find Your Happy Place!
Multiple dates available
Sun - 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Mon - Fri - 11:30 AM - 6:00 PM,Sat - 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Enjoy the best Happy Hour in Washington, D.C. Sip on specialty cocktails at 50% off, indulge in $5 off noteworthy wines, and savor our dips, snacks & bites menu. Join us everyday of the week from open until 6:00pm for happy hour in our bar.

Popular dishes

FRESH OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL*
half dozen, horseradish, cocktail sauce, champagne mignonette
OYSTERS ROCKEFELLER*
creamed spinach, parmesan cheese, finished with Pernod
- each$8.00
JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAIL$25.00
horseradish-cocktail sauce
AHI TUNA TARTARE*$19.00
avocado, jalapeno, mango, ponzu, sesame oil, crispy wonton chips
JUMBO LUMP CRAB CAKE$25.00
dilled tartar sauce
SALT & PEPPER CALAMARI$22.00
blistered shishitos, red fresno peppers, thai basil, sweet chili glaze, dynamite aioli
PRIME MEATBALLS$14.00
house steak sauce
PARKER HOUSE STYLE ROLLS$6.00
butter brushed, parmesan finished

Soup & Salads

LOBSTER BISQUE$20.00
aged sherry, lobster morsels
SONOMA GREENS SALAD$13.00
spicy pecans, goat cheese, apples, dried cranberries, honey vinaigrette
LITTLE GEM CAESAR SALAD*$15.00
shaved parmesan, parker house croutons, caesar style dressing
ICEBERG WEDGE SALAD$17.00
blue cheese, warm bacon, cherry tomatoes, blue cheese dressing
TOMATO SALAD$17.00
shaved red onion, dill, warm bacon, buttermilk ranch "naughty"

Entree Salads

STEAK SALAD$31.00
tenderloin, sweet corn salad, avocado ranch
BLUE CRAB LOUIE$33.00
lump crab, iceberg, heirloom cherry tomatoes, eggs, cucumber, remoulade
MEDITERRANEAN SALAD$33.00
crab, shrimp, calamari, tomato, olives, cucumbers, feta cheese
SALMON SONOMA*$27.00
spicy pecans, goat cheese, apples, dried cranberries, honey vinaigrette
SHRIMP CAESAR SALAD*$29.00
shaved parmesan, parker house croutons, caesar style dressing

Sandwiches

CHICKEN SANDWICH$17.00
crispy fried chicken, cucumber slaw, spicy mayo, brioche bun
CRAB CAKE$26.00
crisp lettuce, tomato, tartar sauce, toasted buttered bun
PRIME BURGER*$19.00
american cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, burger sauce
LOBSTER ROLL$30.00
shallot-dill dressing, buttered-brioche roll

Chef Selects

BROILED SALMON
blue crab, shrimp, roasted jalapeno bearnaise
- full$51.00
- petit$36.00
MISO-GLAZED SEABASS
crab fried rice, chilled cucumber slaw
- full$57.00
- petit$38.00
SESAME SEARED TUNA*
parmesan mashed potatoes, tamari reduction
- full$52.00
- petit$38.00
SCALLOP & SHRIMP SAUTE
florentine cauliflower rice, lemon vinaigrette
- full$56.00
- petit$40.00
TROUT AMANDINE
parmesan mashed potatoes, lemon-caper butter
- full$32.00
- petit$21.00
ROCKFISH PONTCHARTRAIN
rice pilaf, shrimp, crawfish, piquant creole sauce
- full$53.00
- petit$34.00
CHICKEN STROGANOFF$26.00
natural airline breast, creamy mushroom sauce, parmesan mashed potatoes

Prime Seafood

CHILEAN SEABASS$51.00
NORWEGIAN SALMON*$44.00
SUSHI GRADE TUNA*$45.00
IDAHO RAINBOW TROUT$25.00
ROCKFISH$45.00

Prime Steaks

FILET*
barrel-cut
- 8 oz.$49.00
- 12 oz.$65.00
FILET MIGNON FLIGHT*$68.00
three petit broiled filets, distinctly designed & seasonally crafted
RIBEYE*$68.00
center-cut boneless
NEW YORK STRIP*$64.00
center-cut
STEAK FRITES*$42.00
chef's cut, truff le fries, tartar bearnaise

Indulge

PETIT COLD WATER LOBSTER TAIL$50.00
KING CRAB OSCAR$19.00
SEARED SEA SCALLOP$16.00
PONTCHARTRAIN TOPPING$13.00
DYNAMITE TOPPING$14.00

Plant-Based

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER STEAK$25.00
asparagus, roasted red pepper romesco
PAPPARDELLE BOLOGNESE$33.00
plant based sausage, meatballs, tomato, cashew ricotta, basil

Vegetables Shared Accompaniments

ASPARAGUS$14.00
STEAMED SPINACH$13.00
CREAMED SPINACH$13.00
PAN-SEARED BROCCOLI$13.00
MUSHROOMS$13.00
FLORENTINE CAULIFLOWER "RICE"$13.00

Potatoes & Such Shared Accompaniments

TRUFFLE FRIES$17.00
PARMESAN MASHED POTATOES$12.00
LYONNAISE POTATOES$15.00
CRAB FRIED RICE$21.00
MACARONI & CHEESE
- 18
- add king crab$28.00

Zero Proof

BERRY PATCH$12.00
strawberry, fresh lime, almond syrup, sparkling coconut
BLACKBERRY BRAMBLE$12.00
blackberries, fresh lime, habaneno lime
HIBISCUS FRESCA$12.00
hibiscus, almond syrup, fresh lemon and lime

Cocktails

VOILA!$20.50
a sensory tour de force of dry ice smoke, vodka, framboise, pineapple juice, raspberries
SANGRIA$19.50
house made secret recipe
FIRST CRUSH$19.50
vodka, almond syrup, fresh lemon juice, berry tea, cherry liqueur
SMOKE IN THE GARDEN$20.50
mezcal, botanical liqueur, hibiscus, fresh lime
LIVELY UP$19.50
gin, raspberry syrup, lime juice, ginger beer, cucumber slices
HOUSE OLD FASHIONED$19.50
bourbon, spiced orange syrup, angostura, orange bitters
RUM FASHIONED$19.50
rum, lime, mandarin orange, bitters
HIGH FLIER$19.50
bourbon, amaro, lime, mandarin, fresh lemon, splash of bubbles
SPICY BLACKBERRY MARGARITA$19.50
tequila, orange liqueur, blackberry purée, habañero syrup, lime
TRU STORY$19.50
blanco tequila, licor 43, pineapple, guava, lime
ESPRESSO MARTINI$20.50
vodka, averna, demerara gum syrup, espresso "$1 of each sold is donated to the PTSD Foundation of America to benefit our veterans"
LAKE COMO COOLER$19.50
amaro, fresh lime, berry tea, ginger beer - Low ABV
HOLIDAY NOG$19.50
bourbon, bourbon cream, condensed milk, egg white, cinnamon, nutmeg
NUTCRACKER RUM PUNCH$19.50
rum, framboise, fresh lime, honey, allspice dram

What 1,927 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Washington, D.C. Area
Seafood
District of Columbia
Seafood

Review summary

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Truluck's in Washington, D.C. offers a memorable dining experience with "delicious food and excellent service." The elegant ambiance and live music create a perfect setting for special occasions. Guests rave about "impeccable service" and standout dishes like the crab stuffed lobster. While some mention minor service lapses, the restaurant remains a top choice for fine dining.

1,928 Reviews

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Jason
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great environment, and great food. We definitely be returning again.
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
Thank you so much for the kind words, Jason. We are glad you enjoyed yourself. Can't wait to see you soon! Keegan, General Manager
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Dr Wanda
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Paul was an excellent server that made the birthday celebration superb.
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
Thanks for visiting us, Dr Wanda! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience celebrating your birthday at Truluck's. It's wonderful to know that Paul made your celebration superb. We strive to make every visit a memorable one, and your kind words truly make our efforts worthwhile. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Keegan, General Manager
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Emmilya
Philadelphia
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Second time at Trulucks and I was not disappointed. The service is amazing and the experience is worth every penny.
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
It's wonderful to know that you found our service amazing and that you felt the experience was worth every penny! We strive to provide the best for our guests and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Keegan, General Manager
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carolyn
VIP
Washington DC
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
our experience was great, looking forward to coming back in February.
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
Hello carolyn, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We appreciate your feedback on the value and look forward to welcoming you back in February. Keegan, General Manager
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Commissioner Tiffani Nichole
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious. The ambiance was perfect and my waiter was absolutely amazing. I will definitely be coming back for my next special occassion!!!
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our delicious food and found the ambiance at Truluck's to be perfect for your special occasion. It's great to know that our team made your experience even better. We look forward to welcoming you back for your next visit. Cheers! Keegan, General Manager
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kelly
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food Was So Bomb, It’s A Must I Return ! Only thing irritated me was the lady who came to remove the empty plates off our table, kept reaching over top of our food while we were still eating instead of going to the other side of our table to grab the dishes ! I think that was really classless & rude ,her & another lady did it twice ! Food is 10/10
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
Thanks for the feedback, Kelly! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food at Truluck's. It's always our goal to provide an exceptional dining experience for our guests. We're sorry to hear that you found the service a bit irritating, and we appreciate your honesty. We will certainly address this with our team. We're glad to know that overall, you had a great experience and that you're planning to return. Thanks again for your kind words! Keegan, General Manager
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Paul
VIP
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience! Outstanding service, warm ambience and delicious food!
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Maurice
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sometimes, you must go to a place that is extraordinary. Truluck was just that place.
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Ronald Lee
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From entry to exit, everything was outstanding. The food, expected to be good, was beyond expectations & was fantastic. Service was outstanding with exceptionally knowledgeable wait staff. Will definitely patronize again!
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
Thanks for the feedback, Ronald Lee! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Truluck's. We always strive to provide outstanding service and it's great to hear that Abi was knowledgeable and attentive. We're looking forward to your next visit. Thanks again! Keegan, General Manager
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Emerald
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was amazing and the service was great also.
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.Responded today
Thanks for the great review! It's wonderful to know that our food and service met your expectations. We're always working to provide the best for our guests and your feedback is invaluable in this process. We hope to see you again soon for another amazing dining experience! Keegan, General Manager
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FAQs

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C. offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 898-0680.

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C. is rated 4.7 stars by 1927 OpenTable diners.

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C. does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 51 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.

700 K ST NW, Ste 70, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

Cross street
7th and K St NW
Neighborhood
Mount Vernon Square
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steakhouse
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Colonial Parking garage entrance is located next to the restaurant on 7th street.
Public transit
Truluck's is a short walk from the Gallery Place/Chinatown stop on the Metro red line or the Mt. Vernon Square/Convention Center stop on the yellow and green lines.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Darryl Abraham
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://trulucks.com/locations/washington-d-c
Phone number
(202) 898-0680
Private party facilities
For fabulous parties, lasting memories and none of the stress, choose Truluck’s. With flexible floor plans and a variety of spaces, we can accommodate parties large and small for any occasion (rehearsal dinners, corporate events, board meetings, milestone celebrations).
Private party contact
Amanda Chambers: (202) 900-4966

Gift card

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Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Gift card

TRU Ninety-Two Prix Fixe Menu for $49

Find Your Happy Place!

New York Strip

Crab Cake

Ribeye

Fresh Stone Crab Claws

FRESH FLORIDA STONE CRAB CLAWS

Appetizers

FRESH OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL*

OYSTERS ROCKEFELLER*

JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAIL$25.00

AHI TUNA TARTARE*$19.00

JUMBO LUMP CRAB CAKE$25.00

SALT & PEPPER CALAMARI$22.00

PRIME MEATBALLS$14.00

PARKER HOUSE STYLE ROLLS$6.00

Soup & Salads

LOBSTER BISQUE$20.00

SONOMA GREENS SALAD$13.00

LITTLE GEM CAESAR SALAD*$15.00

ICEBERG WEDGE SALAD$17.00

TOMATO SALAD$17.00

Entree Salads

STEAK SALAD$31.00

BLUE CRAB LOUIE$33.00

MEDITERRANEAN SALAD$33.00

SALMON SONOMA*$27.00

SHRIMP CAESAR SALAD*$29.00

Sandwiches

CHICKEN SANDWICH$17.00

CRAB CAKE$26.00

PRIME BURGER*$19.00

LOBSTER ROLL$30.00

Chef Selects

BROILED SALMON

MISO-GLAZED SEABASS

SESAME SEARED TUNA*

SCALLOP & SHRIMP SAUTE

TROUT AMANDINE

ROCKFISH PONTCHARTRAIN

CHICKEN STROGANOFF$26.00

Prime Seafood

CHILEAN SEABASS$51.00

NORWEGIAN SALMON*$44.00

SUSHI GRADE TUNA*$45.00

IDAHO RAINBOW TROUT$25.00

ROCKFISH$45.00

Prime Steaks

FILET*

FILET MIGNON FLIGHT*$68.00

RIBEYE*$68.00

NEW YORK STRIP*$64.00

STEAK FRITES*$42.00

Indulge

PETIT COLD WATER LOBSTER TAIL$50.00

KING CRAB OSCAR$19.00

SEARED SEA SCALLOP$16.00

PONTCHARTRAIN TOPPING$13.00

DYNAMITE TOPPING$14.00

Plant-Based

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER STEAK$25.00

PAPPARDELLE BOLOGNESE$33.00

Vegetables Shared Accompaniments

ASPARAGUS$14.00

STEAMED SPINACH$13.00

CREAMED SPINACH$13.00

PAN-SEARED BROCCOLI$13.00

MUSHROOMS$13.00

FLORENTINE CAULIFLOWER "RICE"$13.00

Potatoes & Such Shared Accompaniments

TRUFFLE FRIES$17.00

PARMESAN MASHED POTATOES$12.00

LYONNAISE POTATOES$15.00

CRAB FRIED RICE$21.00