New Orleans-Inspired Cuisine
James Beard Award-nominated Chef Kristen Essig
Dauphine’s, a New Orleans-inspired restaurant in Washington, D.C. from Long Shot Hospitality opened in late spring 2021 in downtown D.C.’s Midtown Center. The restaurant is led by critically acclaimed Chef Kristen Essig.
The menu pays homage to the diverse cultural influences and rich culinary traditions of New Orleans. Check out Louisiana classics like Seafood Gumbo and Paneed Rabbit – each dish will also see subtle influences from the freshest Mid-Atlantic seafood, meat, and produce. Dinner offerings include a selection of small and large plates; extensive Raw Bar. Don’t forget to order Beignets or the Lemon Ice Box for dessert!
Chef Essig, who hails from NOLA, is collaborating with Long Shot Hospitality Chef/Partner Kyle Bailey to utilize Mid-Atlantic ingredients to prepare classic Louisiana fare. The Dauphine’s beverage program is developed in partnership with New Orleans native Neal Bodenheimer – owner of Cure, the 2018 James Beard Foundation Award winner for Outstanding Bar Program – and will offer innovative riffs on NOLA classics.
The expansive 145-seat restaurant boasts an additional 4,000 square feet of outdoor dining space for 110 guests. Design features include a custom raw bar and wood charcuterie case, a double-height wrought-iron pavilion surrounded by lush greenery that links the dining room and bar area, and a custom New Orleans-inspired tiled fountain.
VISIT: Dauphine’s, 1100 15th St NW, Washington, DC; (202) 758-3785; Dauphine’s
- By Nancy Radlauer, Editor-in-Chief; Editor.InboundMagazine@gmail.com
