Galentine’s Day: Brunch spots in DC that help celebrate

Andie Vigliotti
·3 min read

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — While Valentine’s Day is known as the day of love, in 2010, a new holiday popped up that started a concurrent annual tradition of celebrating platonic love.

Galentine’s Day can be celebrated by anyone. It has evolved to elaborate parties and dinners hosted in the spirit of friendship.

Although people typically mark it the day before Valentine’s Day, there are a number of places that keep the Galentine’s Day celebration going after Feb. 13. Here are some of the brunch spots in the D.C. metro area that prolong the celebration:

Galentine’s Day Specials

1. Ciel Social Club’s Love Brunch

This event on Sunday, Feb. 18 on the Ciel Rooftop is sure to be quite the party. For friends who are looking to spend their Galentine’s Day weekend partying surrounded by live music- Ciel is the place to be. This 21+ event takes place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. for brunch, but the party stretches into the day until 7 p.m.

Event details: https://dice.fm/event/2qrrp-lovebrunchdc-valentines-edition-18th-feb-ciel-social-club-washington-tickets

Where: Ciel Social Club, 601 K St. NW, Washington, D.C.

When: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

2. Galentine’s Day Brunch and Paint at the Morrow Hotel

The Morrow Hotel is hosting a brunch and paint event on Saturday, February 17 featuring a stacked brunch buffet and a themed Galentine’s Day paint along. The purchase of the ticket also includes a complimentary mimosa: all you need to get the creative juices flowing.

Where: The Morrow Washington DC, 222 M St. NE, Washington, D.C.

When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

You’ll find more event details here.

Brunch packages

1. Ambar

Ambar, a restaurant that specializes in Balkan cuisine, is a DC favorite for weekend brunch. It boasts three locations across the DMV in the Capitol Hill and Shaw neighborhoods in D.C. and in Clarendon, Va. This brunch package includes a $42.99 upfront payment, with an additional $0.25 charge for unlimited drinks and plates. The lush floral atmosphere is perfect for a Galentine’s Day celebration photo op.

Where:

  • Capitol Hill at 523 8th St. SE, Washington, D.C.

  • Shaw at 1547 7th St. NW, Washington, D.C.

  • Clarendon at 2901 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, Va.

2. Creole on 14th

This Louisiana Creole establishment offers a brunch package with bottomless mimosas, one starter, one entree, and selections from its oyster bar. This party atmosphere differs from a usual brunch, and with a new drink menu starting on Feb. 15, it’s sure to provide a good time.

Where: 3345 14th St. NW, Washington, D.C.

Female-owned Restaurants

In the name of Galentine’s Day, this list wouldn’t be complete without a few female-owned restaurants that stand out in the D.C. restaurant scene. What better way to celebrate a holiday originally centered around female friendship than supporting female-owned restaurants with stellar brunch menus.

1. The Duck and The Peach

Hollis Wells Silverman, a D.C. restauranteur, owns four establishments across the area. The Duck and The Peach, located in Capitol Hill, is home to a simple, yet well-planned brunch menu. The female-owned establishment even offers a special selection of wines by the stem completely made by women or sourced from women-owned businesses.

Where: 300 7th St. SE, Washington, D.C.

2. Compass Rose

Compass Rose, located off of D.C.’s iconic 14th Street in Northwest, is a whirlwind tour of owner Rose Previte’s travels. For those looking to experience a Galentine’s Day adventure, Compass Rose is the perfect spot. The cozy space sets the scene for an intimate gathering between friends. The restaurant’s brunch menu offers a Brunch Tour of the World for $40 and a vegetarian menu for $38.

Where: 1346 T St. NW, Washington, D.C.

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