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A cozy retreat in Dupont Circle, serving New American cuisine and comfort food staples. It’s no surprise that our inviting restaurant is a favorite among locals who consider this space to be a second home. Travelers and locals mingle in a casual environment that’s seasoned with sumptuous, hearty foods. Our contemporary take on classic dishes is complemented by bespoke cocktails, a curated wine selection and local microbrews. Guests love the weekday happy hour offerings and our iconic weekend brunch ushers in a loyal following. Make yourself at home in our lounge and dining room or on the idyllic outdoor terrace.

Served Mon-Fri from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Mains
Breakfast Sandwich Choice of: English Muffin, Croissant, Toast. Egg, bacon or sausage, cheddar cheese, breakfast potato, seasonal fruit
$ 16
Vegetable Omelet tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, pepper, toast
$ 15
Western Omelet ham, green bell pepper, onion, american cheese, toast
$ 16
Salmon Bagel smoked salmon, cream cheese, capers, sliced tomatoes & onion, everything bagel
$ 16
American Breakfast bacon, any style eggs, toast, breakfast potatoes, butter & jam
$ 16
Continental Breakfast assorted breakfast pastries with a choice of drip coffee or tea
$ 14
Berry Waffle seasonal berries and whipped cream
$ 15
Chef's Special
Vegetable Burrito eggs, roasted vegetables, black beans, feta, avocado, salad
$ 15
Avocado Toast rustic bread, avocado mousse, pickled onions, Fresno pepper, parmesan cheese, cherry tomatoes, salad
$ 15
Gluten Free $ 16
Sides
Toast
$ 5
Fruit Bowl
$ 8
Croissant
$ 5
2 Eggs Any Style
$ 6
Bacon
$ 6
Pork Sausage
$ 6
Chicken Sausage
$ 6
Breakfast Potatoes
$ 5
Yogurt with Granolla
$ 8
Morning Fuel
La Colombe Drip Coffee
$ 4
Cold Brew Coffee
$ 5
Espresso
$ 5
Double Espresso
$ 7
Latte
$ 7
Cappuccino
$ 6
Macchiato
$ 6
Americano
$ 6
La Colombe Hot Tea
$ 5
Beverages
Iced Tea
$ 5
Homemade Lemonade
$ 7
Orange Juice
$ 7
Apple Juice
$ 7
Cranberry Juice
$ 7
Carrot Juice
$ 7
Starters
Steel-Cut Oats banana / raisins / brown sugar / honey (GF)
$ 11
Greek Yogurt mixed berries / house made granola / honey (GF)
$ 12
Avocado Toast avocado / grilled corn / cotija cheese / pickled red onion / fresno chili / rustic bread
$ 16
Avaliable on Gluten Free Toast $ 17
Seasonal Salad Artisan greens / vegetable crutide / citrus vinaigrette dressing (GF)
$ 14
Entrées
Brioche French Toast citrus whipped cream / maple syrup / seasonal berries
$ 17
Smoked Salmon Bagel cream cheese / capers / red onion / tomato / baby greens / lemon vinaigrette
$ 19
Corned Beef Hash corned beef / onions / peppers / potatoes / two pouched eggs / choron sauce
$ 24
Vegetable Omelet mixed roasted vegetables / baby greens / lemon vinaigrette (GF)
$ 16
Egg White Frittata feta / spinach / mushrooms / tomatoes / baby greens / lemon vinaigrette (GF)
$ 16
Eggs Benedict poached egg / spinach / chive hollandaise / breakfast potatoes
Ham $ 19
Smoked Salmon $ 22
Avocado $ 21
Firefly Burger american cheese / lettuce / tomato / pickle / firefly sauce / potato bun / frites
$ 20
Chef's BLT bacon / lettuce / tomato / garlic aioli / over medium egg / multi grain
$ 19
Fried Chicken & Waffle crispy chicken / thyme scented waffle / bourbon honey butter / local maple syrup
$ 22
Pick Your Favorite Waffle Salted caramel & pistachio or Bananas Foster or Mixed berries with whipped cream
$ 14
Brunch Cocktails
FF Weekend Mimosas Sparkling Wine, Homemade Fruit Flavors Orange, Strawberry, Blueberry, Mango
$ 12
Espresso Martini Roasted Cocoa-Nib Infused Vodka, Espresso, Brown Sugar Vanilla, Roasted Cocoa Nibs
$ 14
Spiced Mojito Flavors Spiced Rum, Fresh Mint Leaves, Fresh Lime Classic, Strawberry, Blueberry, Mango
$ 14
The Garden Rose Bacardi Superior Rum, Lillet Blanc, Blueberry Syrup, Lemon Juice, Sparkling Wine
$ 14
FF Classic Vodka, Bloody Mary Mix, Worcestershire, Celery, Bacon
$ 10
Bird Of Paradise Aperol, Gin, Tonic Water, Orange Bitters & Zest
$ 12
Kentucky Mary Bourbon, Bloody Mary Mix, Celery, Bacon
$ 11
Fall In Love New Amsterdam gin, spiced pear cordial, strawberry syrup, lime juice, branded orange
$ 13
Smoking Carrot Del Maguay mezcal, carrot juice, ginger simple syrup, avocado foam, rainbow carrot
$ 13
Fizz it Up orange cordial, strawberry, blueberry, spiced pear, cranberry, apple
Cava
$ 12
Prosecco
$ 14
Champagne
$ 21
Morning Fuel Add syrup $1 - Caramel / Vanilla / Hazelnut
La Colombe Drip Coffee
$ 5
Espresso
$ 6
Double Espresso
$ 7
Cappuccino
$ 6
Iced Coffee
$ 5
Latte
$ 7
Macchiato
$ 6
Americano
$ 6
Irish Coffee
$ 14
Iced Caramel Rum Macchiato
$ 14
Chai Espresso Martini
$ 14
Espresso Martini
$ 14
Starters
Classic New England Black Mussels
$ 14
Chili Pan Seared Tuna Mango Salsa (vg)
$ 15
Veal Sweetbread Butternut Squash Puree, Water Chestnut, Coriander, Creamy Green Peppercorn Sauce
$ 16
Idaho Potato Croquettes Stuffed with Spicy Shrimp, Yogurt Cucumber Mint Sauce, Coriander
$ 14
Shrimp & Bay Scallops Brochette Citronette Sauce
$ 14
Mediterranean Bread Grilled Naan Bread, Mozzarella Cheese, Marinated Olives, Tomato, Peppers, Onions, Basil Oil (v)
$ 13
Roasted Pork Ribs Homemade BBQ Sauce, Fries
$ 18
Entrées
CAB Beef Filet Mignon Pan Seared with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Buttered Brussel Sprouts, Black Truffle Peppercorn Sauce
$ 64
Linguine Pomodoro Seasonal Julienne Vegetables, Fresh Basil, Plum Tomato Sauce
$ 26
Black Seabass Pan Seared with Basmati Rice Pilaf, Buttered Baby Beets, Lemon Beurre Blanc Sauce
$ 42
Pacific Grilled Salmon Sautéed Vegetables, Basil Oil
$ 40
Pan Seared Scallops Mashed Malanga, Buttered Brussel Sprouts, Thai Curry Sauce
$ 46
Firefly Burger or Impossible Burger Cheddar Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Firefly Sauce, Potato Bun, Parmesan Truffle Fries (v)
$ 24
Roasted Organic Cornish Hen Roasted Butternut Puree, Roasted Baby Beets, Creamy Black Cherry Sauce
$ 28
Sides
Parmesan Truffle Fries
$ 9
Side Salad
$ 8
Crispy French Fries
$ 7
Seasonal Vegetables
$ 10
Long Grain Basmati Rice
$ 8
Salads & Soup
Seasonal Soup
$ 9
MADC Butternut
$ 9
Honey Roasted Anjou Pear Salad Arcadian Mix, Watermelon Radish, Candied Pecans, Cranberry, Goat Cheese, Apple Cider Dressing (v)
$ 14
Traditional Dutch Gouda Pumpkin Salad Micro Greens, Smoked Gouda, Candied Pepitas, Fairchild's Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Cinnamon Dressing (v)
$ 14
Caprese Salad Fresh Mozzarella, Steak Tomato, Fig Balsamic Reduction (v)
$ 14
Sweet
Raspberry Vanilla Cheesecake Fresh Mix Berries
$ 14
Apple Tartlet Almond Cream & Apple
$ 12
Crème Brûlée Fresh Mixed Berries
$ 14
Truffon Cake Chocolate Ganache with Mousse
$ 15
Fondant Au Chocolate Crème Anglaise
$ 15
Monday - Friday from 4pm - 6pm
Food
Shrimp & Bay Scallops Brochette Citronette sauce
$ 14
Seared Ahi Tuna Mango salsa
$ 15
Classic New England Black Mussels Chardonnay, garlic, Pernod liquor, butter, parsley, croutons
$ 14
Parma Ham & Melon
$ 15
Mediterranean Bread Grilled naan bread, mozzarella cheese, marinated olives, tomato, pepper, onions, basil oil
$ 13
Mushroom Waffle Shitake mushrooms
$ 14
Fresh Mozzarella Salad Bocconcini mozzarella, heirloom tomato, EVOO, basil
$ 13
Roasted Pork Ribs Homemade BBQ sauce, fries
$ 16
French Fries
$ 6
Parmesan Truffle Fries
$ 8
Onion Rings Spicy Ranch
$ 9
Crafted Cocktails $10
This Is How Words Work, Right? Whiskey, Luxardo cherries, orange bitters, demerara syrup, orange peel
Would You Rather Be Feared or Loved? Gin, rhubarb syrup, strawberry syrup, lemon juice, mint
Fake It Till You Make It Tequila, lime juice, watermelon syrup, ginger, green matcha-jalapenos citrus foam
Italkalot, So I've Learned To Tune Myself Out Vodka, grapefruit cordial, orange-butterfly pea syrup, lemon juice, soda
Wine by the Glass $9
Red Blend, Palisades by Joel Gott Wines, CA
Pinot Noir, Kenwood, CA
Sauvignon Blanc, Chateau Souverain, CA
Pinot Gris, King Estate, Willamette Valley, OR
Sparkling Wine, Wycliff Brut, CA
Rosé, Proverb, CA
Draft Beer $8
Stella Artois, European Pale Lager
Senate, Right Proper Brewing, DC Lager
8 Wards, City State Brewing, DC, IPA
Wines
Rosé Wines
Rosé, Proverb, Modesto, CA 2019
$ 40
Rosé, Cotes du Rhone, E. Guigal, Rhone Valley, France 2021
$ 56
Rosé, Bieler Pere & Fils, Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence, France 2021
$ 65
Sparkling Wines, Champagne
Champagne, Telmont, Reserve Brut, France, 2021
$ 145
Champagne, Veuve Clicquot, Yellow Label, France, NV
$ 152
Prosecco, La Marca, Italy NV
$ 42
Prosecco, Valdo, Marca Oro, Valdobbiadene, Italy
$ 53
Sparkling Rosé Brut, Albert Bichot, Crémant de Bourgogne, France
$ 65
White Wines
Local Virginia Wines
Chardonnay, Pearmund Cellars Meriwether, Faquier County, VA 2014
$ 60
Chardonnay, Wild Meadow, Michael Schaps, Charlottesville, VA 2012
$ 70
Chardonnay, Jefferson Vineyards Reserve, Charlottesville, VA 2015
$ 80
California Wines
Sauvignon Blanc, Matanza Creek, CA 2021
$ 60
Chardonnay, Route Stock, Carneros, CA 2016
$ 65
Chardonnay, Rombauer, Carneros, CA 2016
$ 65
Chardonnay, Stonestreet, Alexander Valley, CA 2016
$ 78
Chardonnay, Bravium, Russian River Valley, CA 2020
$ 64
Chardonnay, Clos du Val, Napa Valley, CA 2015
$ 87
Chardonnay, Cakebread, Napa Valley, CA 2016
$ 130
Albariño, Tangent, Paragon, Edna Valley, CA 2015 / 2016
$ 60
Pinot Grigio, Ferrari-Carano, Russian River Valley, CA 2016
$ 68
Viognier, Cambria Estate Winery, Santa Barbara, CA 2019
$ 72
Oregon Wines
Riesling, Willamette Valley Vineyards, Willamette Valley, OR 2015
$ 50
Pinot Gris, Kings Estate, Willamette Valley, OR 2021
$ 65
Pinot Gris, Benton Lane, Willamette Valley, OR 2016
$ 59
Chardonnay, Kings Estate, Willamette Valley, OR 2021
$ 55
Vigonier, Penner-Ash, Newberg, OR 2018
$ 76
Washington State Wines
White Blend, Chaleur Estate Blanc, Columbia Valley, WA 2013
$ 115
Riesling, Januik, Bacchus, Columbia Valley, WA 2013
$ 80
Around the World
Mastroberardino, Greco Campania Mastro, Campania, Italy 2018
$ 52
Grüner Veltliner, Forstreiter Grooner, Weinland, Austria 2020
$ 56
Cotes du Rhone, E. Guigal, Rhone Valley, France 2021
$ 56
Pinot Grigio, Friuli, Benvolio, Italy 2020
$ 48
Vouvray, Expression de Silex, Denis Meunier, France 2017
$ 59
Vouvray, Chateau de Montfort, Loire Valley, France 2020
$ 56
Sauvignon Blanc, Jacques Dumont, Loire Valley, France 2021
$ 60
Sancerre, Le Garenne, Loire Valley, France 2019
$ 92
Vermentino, Solosole, Toscana, Italy 2016
$ 85
Red Wines
Virginia Wines
Petit Verdot, Wessex Hundred, Williamsburg Winery, VA
$ 60
California Wines
Pinot Noir
Diona, La Petite Grace, Monterey, CA 2019
$ 56
Siduri, Pisoni, Santa Lucia Highlands, Santa Rosa, CA 2015
$ 120
Merlot
Benziger, Sonoma County, CA 2015
$ 58
St. Francis, Sonoma County, CA 2018
$ 52
Duckhorn, Napa Valley, CA 2015
$ 115
Cabernet Sauvignon
Austin Hope, Paso Robles, CA 2020
$ 88
Mt. Brave, Mount Veeder, CA 2011
$ 165
Red Blends
Old Vine Zinfandel, St. Francis, Sonoma County, CA 2018
$ 52
Red Blend, Joel Gott Palisades, Napa Valley, CA 2017
$ 55
Red Blend, Legacy, Alexander Valley, CA 2012
$ 200
Washington State Wines
Merlot, Barrage Cellars A.K.A. Columbia Valley, WA 2011
$ 80
Merlot, Northstar, Columbia Valley, WA 2011
$ 110
Around the World
Tempranillo, Finca Nueva, Rioja Crianza, Spain 2017
$ 45
Red blend, Aia Vecchia, Lagone Super Toscana, Italy 2019
$ 52
Cabernet Sauvignon, Natura Organic, Chile 2019
$ 56
Dolcetto, Ceretto Dolcetto d'Alba Rossana, Italy 2019
$ 55
Malbec, Vive, Alta Vista, Argentina 2020
$ 56
Bordeaux Supérieur, Chateau Recougne, France 2018
$ 56
Bourgogne, Albert Bichot Secret de Famille, France, 2018
$ 75
Bordeaux, Chateau Greysac (Edv) Medoc, France 2016
$ 80
Aglianico, Paternoster, Aglianico del Vulture, Basilicata, Italy 2015
$ 165
Wines by the Glass
Rosé
Proverb, Modesto, CA notes of ripe cherry & strawberry
$ 11
Côtes du Rhône, E. Guigal, Rhône Valley, France aromas of strawberry, watermelon, and citrus
$ 14
Sparkling Wine
Champagne, Veuve Clicquot, Yellow Label, France NV rich aromas of peach, vanilla, raspberry
$ 36
Champagne, Telmont, Reserve Brut, France notes of ripe apple and light cream
$ 35
Prosecco, La Marca, Veneto, Italy aromas of stone fruits, floral scents and citrus notes
$ 14
Sparkling Brut Rosé, Albert Bichot, Crémant de Bourgogne, France aromas of black current, raspberries with a touch of citrus
$ 16
White Wine
Sauvignon Blanc, Jacques Dumont, Val de Loire, France notes of lychee, white nectarine and lemongrass
$ 15
Sancerre, Le Garenne, Loire Valley, France aromas of ruby grapefruit, white lily, jasmine, and passion fruit
$ 23
Vouvray, Chateau de Montford, Loire Valley, France well-balanced with hints of honey, apple, pear and apricot
$ 15
Riesling, Willamette Valley Vineyards, Willamette Valley, OR medium-bodied with notes of green apple, pineapple, limes and peach
$ 14
Côtes du Rhône, E. Guigal, Rhône Valley, France full-bodied, aromas of white flowers, apricot and acacia
$ 13
Grüner Veltliner, Forstreiter Grooner, Weinland, Austria aromas of green apple, white pepper, hints of mango
$ 12
Pinot Gris, King Estate, Willamette Valley, OR notes of citrus blossom, honeydew melon and asian pear
$ 13
Pinot Grigio, Benvolio, Friuli, Italy notes of white flowers, tripical fruit, and a hint of jasmine
$ 12
Chardonnay, Bravium, Russian River Valley, CA medium bodies with aromas of green apple, citrus and vanilla
$ 16
Red Wine
Cabernet Sauvignon, Austin Hope, Paso Robles, CA aromas of ripe, blackberries, plum, spice box, and aged tabacco
$ 22
Cabernet Sauvignon, Natura, Chile notes of raspberry, blackberry, black cassis, and morels
$ 14
Petit Verdot, Wessex Hundred, Williamsburg Winery, VA notes of dates, prunes, plums, cherry, along with nutmeg and clove
$ 15
Malbec, Vive, Alta Vista, Argentina aromas of plum, black cherry & exotic spices
$ 12
Bordeaux Superieur, Chateau Recougne, France full-bodied, aromas of violet, blackcurrant, strawberries
$ 14
Dolcetto, Ceretto Dolcetto d'Alba Rossana, Italy aromas of red cherries mingle with notes of lavender, and violets
$ 16
Bourgogne, Côte D'or Pinot Noir, "Secret De Famille", France aromas of blackcurrant and wild red berries
$ 19
Red Blend, Joet Gott, Palisades, Napa Valley, CA aromas of strawberry, cherry compote with notes of anise and clove
$ 12
Sweet & Fortified Wines
Fonseca Siroco, White Port (Dry)
$ 15
Emilio Lustau Manzanilla, Papirusa (Very Dry)
$ 10
Taylor - Fladgate 20-Year Tawny
$ 25
Barbadillo - Pedro Ximenez Sherry NV
$ 14
Beer
Draft
Stella Artois, European Pale Lager 5% Floral aroma, well-balanced malt sweetnees, crisp
$ 10
8 Wards IPA 6.5% Washington DC Independent Pale Ale
$ 12
Allagash White, Allagash Brewing Company Wheat 5.2% Notes of coriander spice, orange citrus
$ 10
Sakura, City State Brewing Pale Ale 6% Washington DC Pale Ale with honey and white wine notes
$ 12
Senate, Right Proper Brewing Company, Lager 4.7% Right Proper's Senate Beer revival was developed by analyzing a 20-page laboratory report on Senate Beer from 1948 to recreate the historic DC hometown favorite
$ 12
Bottle
Heineken Pale Lager 5%
$ 8
Miller Lite Light Pilsner 4.2%
$ 6
Coors Light Lager 4.2%
$ 6
Corona Extra Pale Lager 4.2%
$ 8
Samuel Adams Boston Lager 5%
$ 8
Vienna Lager Devils Backbone VA 5.2%
$ 8
Heineken 0.0 N/A 0.005%
$ 7
Stella Artois Pilsner 5%
$ 8
Blue Moon Belgian Wheat 5.4%
$ 7
Stella Artois Cidre 4.5%
$ 7
Budlight Lager 4.2%
$ 6
The Public, DC Brau Brewing Co., DC Pale Ale 6%
$ 10
Featherduster, City State, DC Hazy IPA 7%
$ 10
Budweiser American Lager 5%
$ 6
Michelob Ultra Light Lager 4.2%
$ 6
Sierra Nevada American Pale Ale 5.6%
$ 7
Main
Mac & Cheese pasta / creamy cheese sauce
$ 12
Firefly Burger American cheese / lettuce / tomato / French fries
$ 12
Crispy Chicken Tenders w/ French fries
$ 12
Chicken & Waffles crispy chicken / waffle / maple syrup
$ 12
House of Wonders Wonder Through Your Drink
Keleton in the Cupboard Mezcal, St. Germain Liquor, Lime Juice, Turmeric-Agave Syrup, St. Elizabeth Allspice Dram, Dehydrated Plantains
$ 17
Check Your Floatability Vodka, Black Currant Puree, Giffard Peach Liquor, Lemon Juice, East Imperial Grapefruit Soda, Cassis Air Foam, Rose Pedals
Cocktail for 2 $ 25
Dragon Martini Tequila Reposado, Ancho Reyers Liquor, Spiced Pear Syrup, Lime Juice, Smoke Bubble
$ 17
Spirit Hunter Pick Your Favorite Spirit. Our Mixologist Got the Rest
$ 17
Permanently on the Naughty List Whiskey Rye Belgium Hot Chocolate, Bomb with Marshmallow
$ 17
Elk Women Bourbon, Maple Syrup, Black Walnuts Bitters, Smoke, Branded Orange Peel
$ 17
Gin-Gle All the Way Gin, Cranberry Syrup, Lemon Juice, Rosemary Cordial, Sparkling Wine, Cotton Candy
$ 17
Monkey Business Scotch, Banana du Brazil Liquor, Passion Fruit Puree, Orange Cordial, Egg White, Edible Art
$ 17
Mocktails
Zero Percent Almond Syrup, Orange juice, lemon drops, N/A Blue Curacao, Topping up with Ginger ale
$ 12
Exotic Sour Passion fruit juice, Sliced kumquat, lemon drops, Bitter lemon
$ 12
MinTonic Pineapple juice, lemon juice, fresh mint leaves, Peppermint syrup, Topping up with Tonic water.
$ 12
Proofless Blackcurrant juice, lemon Sorbet, Raspberry juice, Topping up with Soda water
$ 12
Blushing Morning Cream of Coconut, Pineapple juice, Milk, Fresh strawberries, Grenadine syrup
$ 12
The Driver Fresh Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Rose water, Fresh mint leaves
$ 12
Coffee Flip Strong Coffee, Vanilla ice cream, Hazelnut syrup, Chocolate powder, Nutmeg top
$ 12
Adults $55 and Children 12 and Under $23 (10% tax, and 20% gratuity only for groups of 6 or more.)
Hot Stations
Crab Meat Stuffed Grouper Filet with Red Pepper Coulis
Parmesan-Crusted Free-Range Chicken Breast with Green Peppercorn Sauce
Allspice, Cinnamon, and Dried Mixed Fruit Stuffed Pork Loin with Apricot Sauce
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Buttered Green Beans Almondine
Cheese and Vegetable Omelette
Apple Smoked Bacon
Country Pork Sausage
Belgian Waffles with Berry Compote, Whipped Cream, and Maple Syrup
Carving Station: Herb-Crusted Roasted Prime Rib with Thyme Au Jus
Cold Stations
Oysters on the Half Shell
Peel and Eat Old Bay Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce
Smoked Salmon, Boiled Eggs, Red Onions, Capers
Buffalo Mozzarella, Plum Tomatoes, Basil, Balsamic Reduction
Caesar Salad with Side Caesar and Apple Cider Dressing
Sweets Table
Assorted French Pastries
Cupcakes
Assorted Macaroons

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