The Source by Wolfgang Puck, Washington, DC

The Source by Wolfgang Puck

4.7

3652 Reviews

$31 to $50

Asian

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Located on Pennsylvania Ave in Washington D.C., The Source by Wolfgang Puck features innovative Asian cuisine, paired with unmatched hospitality and service. The sleek and contemporary restaurant and event space is spread out over three distinct levels.

Dining is in the bar and lounge area which offers approachable an dining experience where servers will guide you through a menu with contemporary interpretations of Asian dishes and create a culinary experience just for you.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Asian, Chinese, Dim Sum
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–7:45 pm
Phone number
(202) 637-6100
Website
http://www.wolfgangpuck.com/dining/the-source-washington-d-c/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jaime Guevara
Catering
For catering information, please contact Catering Sales Manager Jenna Bernard at (202)-637-6106 or source.events@wolfgangpuck.com. Thank you!
Private party facilities
The Source by Wolfgang Puck has three distinct floors and offers a myriad of private dining layouts. Capable of hosting everything from a large company retreat to a private multicourse dinner for friends or colleagues, our private dining options make it the perfect location for your next event.
Private party contact
Jenna Bernard: (202) 637-6106

Location
575 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20001
Neighborhood
Penn Quarter
Cross street
6th Street
Parking details
Valet service by U Street Valet located at our main entrance on 6th St. for $8 cash.
Public transit
Metro Accessible by Green & Yellow line: Navy Memorial/Archives station, or, Red line: Judiciary Square.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,652 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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3,369 Reviews

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KarenH
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
My group chose a family style dinner, sharing 5 appetizers (lobster/shrimp spring rolls and assorted dumplings) and a duck dinner for 2. All very unique and delicious. The desserts we tried, 15-layer carrot cake and warm chocolate chip cookies were excellent.
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ChrissyVA
Thailand
75 reviews
vip
5.0
75 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thanks, it was perfect.
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Sandy
Washington DC
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brunch Never disappoints, but this last time, it was absolutely amazing. We celebrated 2 birthdays and our waiter, Jenardo couldn’t have made our experience more memorable. We loved everything, but most of all we loved how special he made us all feel! Highly recommend this place to everyone I know.
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DavidB
Cleveland
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
Overall the food and service were great. Really liked the nouveau take on dim sum. The ingredient and taste combinations were a delight. Would have given the restaurant five stars overall but for the fact that we had trouble trying to open the front door and had to go to the rear door to gain entry. The whole time we were struggling with the door the hostess just sat there and watched and didn’t bother to help. When we got inside, we were told the door had a tendency to “stick”. While we had lunch, we saw two other sets of customers try and failed to open the front door. Again, the hostess just sat and watch, and these customers had to go to the rear door to gain entry. Turns out the “sticking” door was locked. You would think the hostess would have wanted to welcome customers.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2020
overall4food5service3ambience4
Great food and ambiance. Although time to get food was incredibly slow for a late Weds lunch (starting at 1pm).We did receive in on the house appetizer as a good gesture. But don’t know why the kitchen would’ve been backed up at that time.
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MaryKatherine
Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’m not usually a sauce girl, but this restaurant does it right. Each sauce was perfectly curated to the array of dumplings we ordered but tasty enough to mix and find new pairings. A fun experience for our Valentines Day!
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elizabethmcdonough
Washington DC
98 reviews
vip
3.0
98 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2020
overall3food3service3ambience3
had annual lunch date - we always go here and we both thought food was off this time. Not as good as usual.
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TrappistLover
Washington DC
178 reviews
vip
5.0
178 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife, who is Taiwanese, says that this is really a Taiwanese restaurant. Otherwise, we would call it the best Chinese restaurant in the DC area (sorry, Peter Chang!). The dishes are subtle and sophisticated, rather than fried and overwhelmingly spicy. For the appetizers, the wontons and lobster spring rolls were great. We had the full duck for the main course, and while it may not have been as large as the "show duck" that they bring around before cooking, it was nevertheless large enough that we had to take the leftovers home. Also, a shout out for their cocktails, which are outstanding. The "Bullet in the Head" is so good that I tried to reverse engineer it at home.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was my birthday and I had a wonderful time.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was an incredible dining experience. We will be back again, and for every important event from here on out!
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Penmanship
Washington DC
185 reviews
vip
5.0
185 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful lunch on Saturday. It has to be the best kept secret of Washington's restaurant scene. Excellent service and wonderful food.
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enriquec
Washington DC
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The source if our favorite restaurant in DC, the food is delicious and best serviced, Jorge Martinez has been housing us an dour guest for the last 3 years and he add a tremendous value to the restaurant
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Gacxep
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The source is the most underrated restaurant in dc. The food has tremendous sophistication, is served with panache, and what’s more-it’s delicious. The cocktails are among the best in dc, too.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience4
Took a client here...dumpling sample special was delicious and unique! Chef made 5 dumplings (1 for each guest) and it was wonderful eating and talking about our favorite dumplings. We each then ordered our own entree. Chef also brought out warm chive rolls before the dumpling appetizer. Nice option to a traditional client steak house meal.
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Intelqubed
Washington DC
134 reviews
vip
4.0
134 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
Went here for a late happy hour / early dinner. They have changed a bit since the last visit. They had lounge seats in the bar area which they now use for regular seating. It greatly reduces the bar area, especially since they have also closed the second floor of the restaurant. We did sit in seating in the bar area. The service was good. They did have oysters, which were no long on the menu. The menu was also abbreviated, as they were in the slow season and their menu does rotate. We had a few of the small item which were good as the quality and menu execution is still great. I will check back in at some point to see if their menu expands back to the variety that it had.
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ErinD
Washington DC
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2020
overall2food2service2ambience3
The Source has changed its lunch menu to be far less attractive. The new menu has limited choices, high prices for what you receive, and slow kitchen service. I would not recommend it for lunch, when previously I would highly recommend and regularly frequent it.
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brianf
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We've been to the Source probably two dozen times over the years. Every time we go we are treated to superb service (the staff is the best in DC; Jorge in particular always makes the evening special) and excellent food. Always something new to try as well as plenty of reliably great classic Source dishes. The wine and cocktail list is great; staff is extremely knowledgeable about both (and appropriate pairings). Great location, great ambiance, always a great night out. PS the Saturday dim sum brunch is a DC treasure.
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1Aisling
Washington DC
8 reviews
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2020
overall1food3service1ambience1
Wow, talk about mailing it in...we went for NYE and it was a huge letdown. We know a holiday reservation can be dicey but the effort put into this experience by the team at the Source was so shockingly low. I am removing The Source as one of my go-to DC restaurants. The servers could not describe the food as it was presented nor did they have a clue about the wine pairing. Plates were removed quickly and water was refilled but there was absolutely no engagement with us other than the barest minimum. When plates were clearly not enjoyed, nothing was said or mentioned ...just took the plate and moved on to the next course. The overall quality was fine but the effort placed in the dishes was the barest of minimums; the scallops might have taken the most time for preparation. If I were to read this location was closing along with the Newseum; I cannot say I would be surprised. Our last several dining experiences here have always been solid; NYE was a huge disappointment. You are not supposed to get in the Uber and laugh at just how terribly a +$400 meal went for 2 people. Will not return; Fiola will get my downtown DC dining reservations for the future.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2019
overall3food5service2ambience2
We dined for lunch on NYE, celebrating our courthouse wedding date and a visit to the Newseum on their closing day. I noted our special occasion in the reservation notes, and while the hostess mentioned it upon our arrival, we were seated at the least private table in the restaurant. Big disappointment, as the couple sitting next to us in the banquette, facing directly at us was dressed very casually and talking loudly about their New Years plans. Not a great environment to celebrate having just been married. Our server knew nothing about our occasion and was not very attentive at all throughout service. We consistently waited long lengths of time for basic things, and settled on a bottle of wine instead of having to flag him down constantly for cocktails. The food was amazing as usual, and did not disappoint, but overall, the front of house was extremely lackluster. Overall, we love the restaurant, but this situation left a bad taste on one of the happiest days for us.
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jdiz
Las Vegas
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2019
overall3food4service2ambience4
Please do not put your hands in the rice when serving to patrons.
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DavidS
Washington DC
55 reviews
vip
5.0
55 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
We did not have the best table in the house, but that’s because we made our reservations earlier that same day. That was our fault, not the restaurants. That we even got into a place with this level of service and outstanding cuisine, on such short notice was our great fortune. Perhaps it was the post holiday slump, but whatever the reason, the restaurant was still fully on game. The three of us shared a variety of Asian inspired appetizers as starters, followed by the duck. Everything was crazy good. The staff must have felt pity on our having a corner seat and comped us a chocolate soufflé. It was an all-around great evening. Next time I’ll be more timely on making reservations.
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DebbK
Washington DC
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Upscale Asian dining, cozy ambiance with lighting to make everyone look amazing and Shazam-worthy lounge music. Service was seamless. Unique, Asian themed cocktails. Unable to choose just one app to share, we opted for several apps and dumplings, and shared an entree. Relaxing and delightful post-holiday date night!
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nashtnguy
Nashville
57 reviews
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent innovative Asian cuisine in a hip, comfortable atmosphere adjacent to all of the tourist sites Pennsylvania Avenue has to offer. The Source offers a nice respite from touring without having a heavy meal. The prices are also quite reasonable.
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Hagar1960
San Antonio
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience3
Had just appetizers/small plates, all of which were very good. Shrimp and Carrot dumplings were favorites. Salad could have used some pizzazz.
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NehaB
New York Area
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
Well priced food n perfect portions . Service was excellent, we had a great date night
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Sabrezfan
Washington DC
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
An excellent experience. We had a wonderful holiday get-together and lunch. The cocktails and food were fabulous and the service excellent.
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cedar
Washington DC
230 reviews
vip
5.0
230 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
I ordered the Hampshire Pork Belly Dump!ings but I'm pretty sure I got the Organic Chicken Wontons in error, because it was covered in Cilantro. Either way the dough was too think and chewy. The Tuna Tartare was very nice. The outstanding g taste was the Fragrant Chili Oil Poached Flounder! It was very good; the best thing I've had in a long time! The other nice dish was the Hong Kong style King Salmon; my wife was very happy. Needless to say the cookies at dessert were fabulous!
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OpenTable Diner
Sydney
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience3
Very noisy but excellent food and service
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Bill
Charleston
32 reviews
vip
4.0
32 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience3
Duck was very special. Only drawback is it was very crowded and tables were right on top of each other had to get up tp let someone at next table get up.
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PTJPTJ
San Francisco
486 reviews
vip
5.0
486 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
I thoroughly enjoyed my dinner at this restaurant. The service was very attentive. The ambiance is nice but not cozy (it's a little on the corporate side), and it can be loud. The food is superb. I had cabbage and pork dumplings, Impossible potstickers, noodles and chocolate souffle for dessert. All were amazing!
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tomtom
New York Area
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect for a group celebration or special night out. Share everything except your custom cocktail!
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HarryR
Washington DC
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience3
The food was generous and excellent in quality. The tables are too close together. Tempura Tuna and Dumpling collection (one wrapper was dry)
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enriquec
Washington DC
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
We love dunking at The Source. The food is consistently delicious and best of all the service is the best in DC. It is wipes class. Want to highlight that the service at this restaurant ja outstanding and the main reason we return. We consider Jorge Martinez makes ia feel at home., he is very professional , attentive and provides superb advice. Encourage anyone to go. We always invite special guests and everyone has been presently surprised. Great foos and outstanding service. .
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KarenS
Washington DC
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a fantastic restaurant that serves very original Asian fusion cuisine. The food is always fresh and delicious and the wait staff are terrific. It is a lovely ambience as well.
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DCdiner
Washington DC
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’ve been to The Source over a dozen times and it continues to be one of my very favorite restaurants! We started our evening at the sleek bar downstairs and I tried the bourbon drink and it was delicious! My mom and husband both enjoyed the pear drink. Once seated we started with our favorite appetizers, the tuna cones and the dumplings. My absolute favorite dumplings are the shrimp and pork. We also had the Pinot they recommended and we liked it so much that we bought some the next day. I love all the food but I do think this may have been one of our best orders to date..for our entree my husband and I split the filet, crab rice and vegetable stir fry and all was delicious!! For dessert my favorites are the carrot cake and cookies always! The service was also wonderful and our waiter Jorge was knowledgeable and charming and definitely was apart of making our evening a huge success! We will be back soon!
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nicnic
Washington DC
14 reviews
vip
2.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2019
overall2food2service3ambience1
I thought the food was subpar for all the hype. We had a horrendous table right next to the bathrooms and kitchen. Had to look both ways to avoid getting run over by staff when going to the restroom. Ambiance was ok. Not as great as written about online. All in all I'd say skip it and go somewhere else.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for birthday. Phenomenal service.
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MarioM
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
I love this restaurant. I would recommend going to anyone looking for a place with excellent food, fantastic service and beautiful ambiance. It is pricey but good things are worth the money.
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Larry
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superb service. Excellent duck. Amazing overall. The drunken noodles were smoky and delicious
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GastronautDC
Washington DC
121 reviews
vip
4.0
121 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience3
Get the tuna cones and the duck for two. The duck is a thing of beauty. It can serve 3 if you have a starter.
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The Source by Wolfgang Puck does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. The Source by Wolfgang Puck also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 637-6100.

The Source by Wolfgang Puck is rated 4.7 stars by 3652 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Source by Wolfgang Puck

575 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

Cross street
6th Street
Neighborhood
Penn Quarter
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–7:45 pm
Cuisines
Asian, Chinese, Dim Sum
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet service by U Street Valet located at our main entrance on 6th St. for $8 cash.
Public transit
Metro Accessible by Green & Yellow line: Navy Memorial/Archives station, or, Red line: Judiciary Square.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jaime Guevara
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.wolfgangpuck.com/dining/the-source-washington-d-c/
Phone number
(202) 637-6100
Catering
For catering information, please contact Catering Sales Manager Jenna Bernard at (202)-637-6106 or source.events@wolfgangpuck.com. Thank you!
Private party facilities
The Source by Wolfgang Puck has three distinct floors and offers a myriad of private dining layouts. Capable of hosting everything from a large company retreat to a private multicourse dinner for friends or colleagues, our private dining options make it the perfect location for your next event.
Private party contact
Jenna Bernard: (202) 637-6106

The Source by Wolfgang Puck

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