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Name: Bond 45
Address: 149 Waterfront St, National Harbor, MD, 20745
Telephone: (301) 839-1445
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 2.88

Bond 45

149 Waterfront St, National Harbor, MD, 20745

(301) 839-1445
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Bond 45 Menu

Appetizers

Bruschetta Toast

21 Vegetable Minestrone

Three Vegetable Antipasto

Bowl of Caesar Salad
E Ntrees

Yellowfin Tuna

Farro Tagliatelle Pomodoro

Vegetarian Veal Steak Parmesan

Prime Sliced Steak Toscana

Mama Perlas Organic Lemon Chicken
Desserts

Tiramisu

Gelato / Sorbetto

Chocolate Mousse
Appetizers - Vegetable

Sicilian Eggplant Caponata

Fire Roasted Red and Yellow Peppers

Broccoli Rabe and Golden Raisins

Whole Wheat Artichoke Couscous

Grilled Asparagus Spears

Caramelized Fennel

Roasted Portobello Mushroom

Balsamic Cipollini Onions

Artichokes Alla Giudea

Braised Stuffed Artichokes Oreganata

Cauliflower Steak Amandine

Fried Cauliflower Parmesan

Zucchini Parmigiana

Four Vegetable Antipasto
Small Salad

Bond 45 House Salad

Baby Arugula and Caramelized Pear Salad

Caesar Salad
Soup

Ribollita Soup

Stracciatella Chicken Soup
Seafood

Shrimp Cocktail Viareggio

Colossal Shrimp Cocktail

Lobster Cocktail

Shrimp & Georges Bank Scallops

Fried Shrimp & Calamari

Steamed Mussels Bianca

Steamed Mussels Ligurian

Steamed Manila Clams Bianca

Manila Clams Cioppino
New York Steak - Corn Fed Prime

Prime New York Strip

Prime Ribeye

Prime Porterhouse for Two

Filet Mignon

Filet Mignon
New York Steak - Steaks Chops Or Chicken

Steak Frites

Bond 45 Veal Steak Milanese

Veal Steak Gorgonzola

Grilled Veal Chop

Our Famous Veal Chop Parmigiana

Colorado Porterhouse Lamb Chops

Mama Perla's Lemon Chicken

Chicken Paillard
New York Steak - Toppings

Slab of Gorgonzola

Abalone & Maitake Mushrooms

Seared Foie Gras

Black Truffle Tartufatta

Foie Gras-Porcini Butter

Maryland Crabmeat

Maine Lobster
New York Steak - Sauces

Bearnaise

Brunello Reduction

Pizzaiola
Pasta

Lobster Risotto

Eggplant Pappardelle

Orecchiette Pugliese

Gramigna and Fennel Sausage

Tagliatelle Bolognese

Spaghetti Alla Chitarra
Our Signature Thin Crust Pizza

Margherita

Prosciutto Di Parma Balsamico

Lobster Shrimp and Crabmeat
Sides

Creamed Broccoli Rabe

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Parmesan Potatoes

Polenta

Sage Shoestring Frites

Grilled Asparagus Parmigiana

Healthy Meal suggestions for Bond 45

Appetizers

Bruschetta Toast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

21 Vegetable Minestrone [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Three Vegetable Antipasto [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bowl of Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
E Ntrees

Yellowfin Tuna [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Farro Tagliatelle Pomodoro [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetarian Veal Steak Parmesan [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Prime Sliced Steak Toscana [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mama Perlas Organic Lemon Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Desserts

Tiramisu [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gelato / Sorbetto [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Mousse [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Appetizers - Vegetable

Sicilian Eggplant Caponata [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fire Roasted Red and Yellow Peppers [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Broccoli Rabe and Golden Raisins [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Whole Wheat Artichoke Couscous [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Asparagus Spears [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caramelized Fennel [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Roasted Portobello Mushroom [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Balsamic Cipollini Onions [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Artichokes Alla Giudea [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Braised Stuffed Artichokes Oreganata [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cauliflower Steak Amandine [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fried Cauliflower Parmesan [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Zucchini Parmigiana [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Four Vegetable Antipasto [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Small Salad

Bond 45 House Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Baby Arugula and Caramelized Pear Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Soup

Ribollita Soup [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Stracciatella Chicken Soup [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Seafood

Shrimp Cocktail Viareggio [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Colossal Shrimp Cocktail [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lobster Cocktail [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp & Georges Bank Scallops [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fried Shrimp & Calamari [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Steamed Mussels Bianca [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Steamed Mussels Ligurian [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Steamed Manila Clams Bianca [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Manila Clams Cioppino [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
New York Steak - Corn Fed Prime

Prime New York Strip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Prime Ribeye [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Prime Porterhouse for Two [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Filet Mignon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Filet Mignon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
New York Steak - Steaks Chops Or Chicken

Steak Frites [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bond 45 Veal Steak Milanese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Veal Steak Gorgonzola [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Veal Chop [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Our Famous Veal Chop Parmigiana [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Colorado Porterhouse Lamb Chops [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mama Perla's Lemon Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Paillard [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
New York Steak - Toppings

Slab of Gorgonzola [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Abalone & Maitake Mushrooms [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Seared Foie Gras [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Black Truffle Tartufatta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Foie Gras-Porcini Butter [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Maryland Crabmeat [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Maine Lobster [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
New York Steak - Sauces

Bearnaise [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Brunello Reduction [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pizzaiola [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Pasta

Lobster Risotto [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Eggplant Pappardelle [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Orecchiette Pugliese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gramigna and Fennel Sausage [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tagliatelle Bolognese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Spaghetti Alla Chitarra [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Our Signature Thin Crust Pizza

Margherita [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Prosciutto Di Parma Balsamico [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lobster Shrimp and Crabmeat [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sides

Creamed Broccoli Rabe [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Garlic Mashed Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Roasted Parmesan Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Polenta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sage Shoestring Frites [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Asparagus Parmigiana [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Jonathan R.

Wife was attending a conference at National Harbor. Although from metro DC, she opted to stay the night to check out what National Harbor had to offer. Was recommended Bond 45 by the hotel. It was severely overrated, service was ok at best. I see no reason to drive out of my way to come here when there are so many other great options in DC. We started with "A Bowl of Meatballs" and the "Fravioli Grandi". The Meatballs were absolutely delicious, one the better parts of the evening. The "Fravioli Grandi" was greasy and tasted of tainted or old oil. It was also only luke warm when served, not good for something that's crispy with a gooey center. My wife had the "Beefsteak Tomato, Onion & Gorgonzola Salad" which was also very good, it had fresh tomatoes, a great dressing and tasty cheese. But this was where the good experience ended. The main courses took some time to come out. I ordered "Our Famous Veal Chop Parmigiana", and my wife ordered "Mamma Perla's Lemon Chicken" w/pan fried zucchini . This dish consisted of a quartered chicken split into parts, paired with Zucchini spears. The chicken was not seasoned at all, and very bland, it came with a white wine sauce. I'm not sure what the purpose of the sauce was, as the chicken was not infused with it, it was merely just sitting in sauce. The only upside of the dish was the zucchini which were well cooked and had good flavor. The dish "Our Famous Veal Chop Parmigiana" is great in concept, but poor in execution. When I received my chop, it was cold. When we complained about it to the server, it was sent back to the kitchen, only to reappear 10 minutes later. One would think when spending $47 for a piece of meat, you a. not get a cold rendition, and b. if there was an issue with the first serving, you would have a fresh one made up. This was not the case. The same veal chop was returned to me after it had been warmed under the salamander, causing the exterior coating to be soggy and flavorless. At this point, the manager came by to check on us, he was very apologetic and offered to take the veal chop off the check. However, when the check arrived, we were still charged for it. We had to call him over again to make sure it was removed. To make up for the many mistakes he also offered a free desert in addition to the free cookies (which would be better if served warm). This kind of service/quality of food would not be as severely scrutinized if I were not spending $30-50 per plate. As mentioned earlier, there are too many other amazing restaurants for me to travel to NH for to get this type of service/quality.
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Nycbarbie R.

Since I'm from New York I'm used to paying for expensive restaurants. The food was ok, the service EXCELLENT, the ambiance so-so. A friend advised requesting a seat near the window, good move. I think my husband and I had the best window seat. We had a partial view of the Potomac and a full view of McCormick and Schmick's. I think I would have been happier dinning at McCormick and Schmick's. I'm certain the view would have been better. If you're dinning on an expense account or want to impress someone by picking up a large tab, this is the place to go.
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C C.

I attended Bond 45 for Restaurant Week. The host was very accommodating as majority of our 5 person party showed up 1/2 hour late. We were seated, and had very fantastic food and very very poor service. The restaurant week menu is limited, as we knew, so that was ok. The mozzarella/tomato salad, and the caramelized pear salad were awesome! The steak, eggplant parm were all winners, the spaghetti seemed to be a fail. The desserts...epic fail. I would still recommend this place, just make sure you avoid any surly looking waiters.
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Jennifer G.

DINE ELSEWHERE. Decided to treat the family to a pre-Christmas night out. After watching the fireworks and tree lighting at National Harbor, we were excited when shown to our table at Bond. No kids menu here, but the server suggested spaghetti with meatballs or shrimp for our sons (age ten twins) so we ordered one of each. My husband ordered a Peroni beer to start. Long after our appetizers (oversized ravioli fried so hard they're tough to bite) had arrived, he had to ask AGAIN for this beer. He also ordered Surf and Turf, and was LATER informed that they were out of the 1.5 lb lobsters so he had order something else (they did have 2 lb lobsters but that was not offered as a solution). Meanwhile the rest of our meals were delayed while he had to re-study the menu. When our main courses finally arrived, my scallops were undercooked. Talk about a huge letdown. Kids enjoyed their pasta -- good thing, as spag and meatballs was $19 and spag with shrimp was rung up as Crab Gemelli at a whopping $38. I questioned this and was told by the server that, since it's not on the menu (the chef whipped it up as a 'favor' for us), he had to ring it up as an 'equivalent'. I asked that he consult a manager, as it seemed ridiculous to charge a child's portion of pasta with shrimp as an entree with crab (there was no crab or creme sauce in it!) Husband's steak was good, but he's had better for a lot less than $47. A good 20 minutes after we'd finished eating, our plates were still sitting under our noses and we actually had to flag down a staffer and ask that our table be cleared. Then the bill came back: a 'manager' had adjusted the price of one kid's meal to $24 (the price of shrimp scampi) At this point we were so aggravated we just wanted to get out of the place. On our way out, I voiced our disgust to one of several 'managers' clustered in the entryway. She said 'this is the first I've heard of this!' (apparently, my asking for a manager earlier did not make it to her). She offered to 'take care of us' if we would consider coming back. We declined, as we won't be back. Their chance to take care of us (and earn repeat customers) was THAT evening, and they failed -- miserably. So do yourself and your family/friends a favor: take your hard earned dining dollars and expectations of fine food and great service elsewhere, as you won't get those at Bond.
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Heather G.

I wish we had read these reviews before we spent an inordinate amout of money on food that was mediocre at best. The atmosphere and service were great, but at the end of the day, when you spend bank on steak, you want it to be memorable. One person in our party had food allergies and another was a vegetarian, so we really put them through the ringer. The accommodation on the food allergy was great, but I don't think I'll ever spend more than $40 to feed my two-year-old a single meal again. Like another reviewer has posted, the best they could do for our vegetarian friend was offer her "random" vegetables or a plate of spaghetti. She opted for the latter. Another problem was that the menu wasn't descriptive enough, so we felt we had to ask about everything. Then, when I asked what was the Veal Steak Milanese, I was told it was just like the Veal Steak Parmigiana without the cheese. I expected sauce and got none. The dish came out dry and under-seasoned.
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john g.

Last night we went to Bond 45 because it was a friend's birthday and she was staying at a hotel at National Harbor. She had also heard great reviews of Bond 45 and Rosa Mexicano. I am no big fan of Rosa Mexicano, but really wish we had gone there, instead. The service at Bond 45 was nice, friendly, competent. The decor is fantastic. Very cool look. The menu, prices, and quality of food, however, were pretty bad. We had the prosciutto sampler as an appetizer. It was nice. Not 17 dollars nice, but nice. The menu was so limited in choices, we kept looking at it and turning it over as if, like a magical refrigerator you keep opening over and over, it might produce new options we didn't see before. It didn't. There was really only one Italian dish: lasagna. It turned out to be pretty good, but not 29 dollars good. There were a couple of seafood dishes, maybe a chicken dish or two, but no ravioli, no penne, no spaghetti and meatballs, no canneloni. It says "Italian" in neon over the front door, but I had a hard time finding an Italian choice. All sides are a la carte, so even after paying 46 dollars for a "medium rare" steak that was raw in the middle and burned black on the bottom, I ordered the potatoes for 12 dollars, I think. They were pretty good, though would have been better if drier and herbed instead of sort of soggy and with peppers. So much for dinner. The dessert would work out. How do you screw up coffee and profiteroles? The coffee was burned and had a metallic taste. I couldn't drink it. The profiteroles were OK, but the chocolate sauce had an odd taste. We got out of there for 154.00 for three people. Not a bad price for a middle to higher end restaurant...if it is outstanding food. It was pretty bad. We will not be returning. In fairness, we didn't mention any of this to the staff at the time and giev them the opportunity to make things better. I hate to complain to staff. I don't want to appear to just be trying to scam something for free, or send things back just to be difficult. Still, the steak was burned on the bottom. How can that be fixed? And the waiter might have noticed no one drank their coffee after a sip or two. I would ask a question if I noticed something ordered but not comsumed. If we had mentioned these things to a manager, they may have done something that would have given them a better grade here, but if the food had been right to start with, I would have rated them highly. For context let me say, in march of this year, we were having Italian food in Venice, Florence, Siena, and Rome, Italy. In October, we went to Commander's Palace in New Orleans. OMG, it was incredibly wonderful. So was GW Fins in New Orleans. Really amazing food and service. We went to Bastille in Alexandria, VA recently. A very nice experience. We've been to high end (The Inn at Little Washington) and lower on the price scale (Sweetwater Tavern, Minh's in Arlington, Guapo's in Shirlington) and have a pretty mellow palate as far as what we like, and some flexibility in what we will pay for a good meal. But for my dollar, go to Sweetwater Tavern and get the drunken ribeye, loaded baked potato, a nice microbeer, a Caesar salad, and any of their appetizers, and you will be much, much happier with the quality of your meal, have excellent service, and leave with more money still in your wallet than if you go to Bond 45.
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Eugene A.

I don't think the price justifies the food, way over priced. The food was okay, but I expected it to be better considering the price. The service on the other hand was good. Attentive waitress, wait between courses was not very long and water glass was never empty (very important to me)
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Sandy N.

So I was recommended this restaurant by a dear friend after they have frequented the BOND 45 in NYC. So for my birthday we went there on Sat night (March 10th). I really expected an amazing experience and truthfully it was like flat soda. Upon arriving the waiter was right there, perfect on that note! When he returned with our beverages we were clearly still looking at our Menu's when he right away wanted to take our order and began rambling off the specials. For us it was a special occasion and to be honest we wanted to enjoy the company and dine at a slower pace but clearly that was not how this restaurant operates. He then brought out the fresh baked breads which were amazing. After a few minutes, we went ahead and ordered a few apps which he was very pushy about ordering Calamari (which we did not order) and let me just say the beefsteak tomatoes were so divine (especially since we are not in season). We tried the Trio of Prosciutto, which to be honest if you have ever had a chance to go to Baltimore make sure you hit up Cinghale and try their prosciutto plate (amazing). The trio was good but just not enough on the plate and nor did anyone explain to us what we were being offered, so it was a bit disappointing. We had to slow the waiter down and told him that we wanted to take our time enjoying the food and company so he allowed us to chat a bit long than what seems normal. He then took the food order it was delivered in a decent time frame and we enjoyed the grilled pork chop, veal steak milanese (which can be shared for sure), seared scallops piccata and the lobster fruitti di mare w/strozzapreti pasta. What we found a bit shocking was that the plates were not removed when we were done. Although there were many managers that seem to be canvassing the area every few minutes the waiter never came back until much later. Tisk tisk there. For desert we were offered a fresh baked chocolate cookie and beverages but the desert tray was never brought out. Oh well, I guess we didn't need the extra calories. Overall, maybe the waiter was off that day or maybe that is a typical day at this Bond 45 in Washington, but honestly for a pricey dinner I would have expected much better service more attention to the food presentation. On a positive note the view as very nice.
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Amy H.

We chose Bond 45 for my birthday and my girlfriend & I were treated like queens. The place was so crowded with an hour wait time, so the host managed to snag 2 perfect spots for us at the bar--which we always end up preferring anyways. The bartender was fabulous and made sure we were well taken care of. From then on, everything we ordered was made to perfection..everything from the bread to the outstanding soup, from the amazing steak to the fantastic salmon. The risotto was ridiculously delicious as well. And the dessert---forget about it! Loved it!!! We couldn't say enough about our experience at Bond 45....and just when we bent the bartender's ear enough about how incredible everything was, the executive chef, Enzo paid us a visit to personally wish me a Happy Birthday and ask us how we enjoyed our dinner. Since then we have been back several times... I highly recommend this spectacular little gem and once again thank Enzo for serving up some of the best food around:)
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MacKenzie W.

SO expensive!!! the pros: atmosphere is great, service is excellent, no wait. the cons: expensive (I believe the cheapest entree on the menu was $35, food is mediocre at best, i got food poisoning from this place! we went to national harbor intending to go to mccormick and scmicks but the wait was insane so we ended up just walking in here since there was no wait....probably should've checked the prices first because that would've explained why. my boyfriend got the veal parm which was delicious and a HUGE portion and i got some broiled fish which was good but definitely not worth the price. i ended up getting food poisoning that night from my dinner so needless to say, i was not particularly happy.
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Michael M.

Dinner last night at Bond 45. Nice atmosphere. Prices were high and basically a la carte -- no sides with the entres. You do get bread and olive oil. The Merlot was good. Filet mignon was ok. Not a bad experience but not a particularly good one either.
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yobot o.

Went to Bond 45 for a celebration dinner. Won't be doing that again. Overall everything was OK, but our group had a similar experience to others who said it took way too long to get basics like water, bread, butter, cocktails. Not to mention, we had to ask for each thing individually rather than having the waitstaff realize that no one had anything to drink or asking us if we wanted butter with the bread (which was burned when it finally came), etc. Also, if waitstaff wants to apologize for slow service, that's fine but don't follow it up by excusing it with "we're really busy tonight" because being a busy restaurant doesn't (and shouldn't have to) matter to the diners who are already there and expecting a basic level of prompt, good service. The fact that this place's prices are beyond basic also made everything seem worse. I'm not opposed to paying more for higher quality food and service, but Bond 45 was extremely overpriced for what we got: worse than basic restaurant service & just a decent meal. The meat was a bit overcooked (those having steak said it was fine - though no one raved - but those of us with lamb, fish, and pork chops were less thrilled), vegetables resembled freezer pak veggies more than I would've liked them to (I'm sure they weren't but they came flavorless and chopped up in cubes so they might as well have been), parmesan roasted potatoes sounded great but were pretty much just slightly fancier diner homefries, and the creamed broccoli rabe was more like cream garnished with some leftover rabe (it went untouched after the first spoonful). It was impossible to get more water & service overall was unpredictable and sort of odd - I mean, at one point our waiter goes out of his way to tell us about the crab steak (we had already ordered, and no one had ordered that dish or any other crab item) and says that the great thing about it is that it's lump crab meat with no fillers or breadcrumbs, but then he says it's made with panko. Hello? Panko is a type of breadcrumb - it's done Japanese style but it's still a breadcrumb product and it is a filler. Huh. Ooookaaaaaaay. Another caution: I don't think they take kindly to reservations for special occasions. I've read more than a few reviews on the OpenTable site from people who've made these types of reservations and got the same shitty (given the price and reputation of this place) service we did. Because I thought it would help, I made the reservation ages in advance and made the mistake of putting a note saying that it was for a special occasion (a pre-wedding party) so anything they could do to make it more special would be appreciated. But when they called to confirm the reservation, they didn't mention that. So I reminded them about it and asked again if they could do something special to which the person on the phone just flatly said "no" and "see you at 7." Click. Ummm, OK ... I guess I thought after reading other reviews that said the restaurant sometimes sends out little treats from the kitchen to guests (cookies, limoncello, sometimes antipasti) that they could just be sure to do something similar for us or at least be willing to work with me on something like that, but ... not. We didn't get anything special. I mean, we barely got water! In fact, our table ended up being in an area that felt like a walled-off closet or like a penalty box rather than a special, celebratory, or even plain nice place. It certainly made it easy for them to forget about us. Frequently. We had a great time anyway only because we were a fun group ourselves, but I would definitely not come back to Bond 45 again. Maybe if you don't come as a group, and don't tell them you're celebrating anything special, and specifically ask not to be seated in the dark detention corner, and bring your own water, and snack on something beforehand so you don't starve before food comes to your table, and also bring your own special celebration treats, then you'll be all right. But that's a lot of legwork to undertake on your own for a meal you'll end up paying around $100 a head for. I definitely would not and will not recommend this place to others because of our poor experience.
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N C.

This place was amazing! I went here for a corporate dinner with a vendor and the food was excellent. Our vendor already chose the menu for us- but we started with bruschetta for apps, then a simple salad, followed by a small dish (and I mean really small) of ziti. For my main course I chose the filet mignon- I can honestly say hands down that this was the best filet I have ever had in my life. Atmosphere is great, servers are very pleasant.
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FoodChick F.

Too many crying babies (2 separate parties). I asked for a good seat, preferably a booth. We were seated right next to the swinging, busy kitchen door. That was a little annoying but as the night went on we got used to it. Service was top-notch from maitre'd down to man pouring water! Very nice interior. The food is good, not fantastic. Not a foodie experience. Items are pricey, $50 avg. meal. In terms of food not worth the price but add in the service and location then you are getting your money's worth. We celebrated a birthday and bday man was treated to a fun cotton candy dessert. I wish there were more seafood selections, and a veggie entree. My scallops were very good. Birthday man enjoyed his HUGE veal Parmesan a lot. Other guest had lobster & pasta with pomodoro sauce, the lobster was tough. Appetizers were okay: smoked cheese was very tasty, pop-overs burnt but saved by smoked cheese. Bowl of warm olives were mediocre, not great olives.
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Glenn P.

I recently had a business dinner here. It is a classic upscale restaurant. We had the cheese and meat trays as an appetizer. I would rate them ok, nothing special with either. For my entree, I had the lamb shank and pasta. This was very good, I would get it again for sure others had steak and were very disappointed. Overall it was a decent experience
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Adam M.

First of all, a tip to maitre'ds everywhere: if your customers are leaving because of shoddy service and then you promise to pay for appetizers at their new restaurant of choice, follow through--or else you might find yourself at the wrong end of a Yelp! review. Now I normally don't review restaurants where I don't end up eating anything, but tonight's experience at Bond 45 has merited a special exception by virtue of the above rule. To begin with, Bond 45 was overbooked--we had an additional 30 minutes' wait for our reservation (double the 15 minute maximum we were quoted), during which time the check-in staff failed to communicate with those of us who were waiting. There was no visible host presence at the door, and the coat check lady ignored everyone; it was only with the help of some fellow customers (who were also waiting too long) that we found out that the hosts were farther into the restaurant. Once we found the hosts, they invited us to take a seat at the bar, which might have been nice--except all the seats there, which were in plain sight of the maitre'd, were already taken. After being seated about 30 minutes late for an 8:30 reservation, our waiter came to ask what kind of water we wanted, and then disappeared for 15 more minutes. The aforementioned maitre'd passed our table several times during those minutes, but failed to notice the lack of water or food at our table. Finally, after waiting for a server, staring out the window at both Rosa Mexicano and Potbelly Subs (both of which seemed more appealing options), realizing Potbelly was probably closed, and 411ing for Rosa, we decided to leave. It was only at that point , as we were getting up to leave, that the maitre'd and our waiter rushed in and tried to cajole us into staying, saying (after admitting that the restaurant was overwhelmed that night) that they could get appetizers and champagne to us very quickly. Needless to say, our confidence in the restaurant had waned by that point, at which point the maitre'd made the mistake I quoted at the beginning of this review, saying he was well-acquainted with the chef at Rosa Mexicano and that he'd treat us to an appetizer there. For the rest of this story, check out my soon-to-be posted review of Rosa Mexicano. Hint: We didn't get an appetizer compliments of Bond 45, but we did get great food in less than the time it took for Bond 45 to seat us. Fine print for this review: We have been to Bond 45 several times before and have enjoyed their food, to include their crab steak and lasagna. That said, tonight's service was inexcusable, and we feel like we barely dodged another bad service bullet in a previous reservation a few weeks ago when, in the reservation confirmation call, the maitre'd admitted that they were "overbooked" and might be as much as 30 minutes late in seating us. It was only after I underscored that we were on a tight schedule that weekend that we got a guarantee of seating at our reserved time--isn't that the point of a reservation? Restaurants always reserve the right to cancel reservations from customers who are more than 15 minutes late--why don't they do a better job of making sure that they aren't running late, and compensating patrons when they are.
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Ms L.

The food and service at the bar is great. The prices are a bit steep for a family meal. I highly recommend the zigler martinis prohibition style. Expect to spend over 100.00 for two people.
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B B.

Should have listened to the couple outside that told us the restaurant was bad, that was the first of many signs. We were 15 minutes late for 6 pm reservations (husband's birthday). Told maitre'd who we were.....he never looked up our reservations (reservation system just sent me a no show inquiry, rukm). He asked if we were going to see OVO, then suggested only 2 courses to get us out within an hour. We were seated, next to the kitchen? Waited about 5 minutes as our waiter walked past several times. He sat down glasses for water and walked away. When he returned he never introduced himself but in hurry asked for our drink order. Noticed his interaction with his other tables....not the same warm reception we received. Had to ask for bread that was given other tables. Mussel appetizer was just okay, served luke warm. I had crabsteak with polenta and broccoli rabe. Polenta was good. Crabsteak ok, and broccoli rabe was overcooked. Husband had seafood risotto. It was more of a cioppiono than a risotto, soupy and not creamy at all . He loved it. Portion seemed to be a little small, but full of seafood. Stopped in middle of meal to order dessert. Asked for leftovers to be packed and to see the dessert menu. Dessert tray was across from our table. Waiter never brought us the dessert tray. He took it to the table next to ours!!!! Watched as all the other guests were brought a cookie sheet (to get a cookie from) and a little yellow drink following dinner. We were never served either. Saw another waitress walking around with the lemon monticello and inquired, then she offered. For $150 food was sub-par at best. Service was awful. Would not return.
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Step A.

My experience at Bond 45 was rather disappointing. My family and I went there on Mother's Day. The place was not at all crowded. Food: When rating this steakhouse, I use III Forks and Del Friscos as my basis. Compared to them, Bond rates a B on the food. I ordered the Surf and Turf. My lobster was great although my brother felt his was overcooked. My filet was cooked properly but the cut had way too many tendons for my taste. That being said, their prices are grossly inflated. The sides are supposed to be family style but our asparagus dish, which was overcooked, had only five stalks. That was not even one per person - Is that considered family style? Service: Or service was definitely subpar. More than once, our waiter waved me off when I tried to get his attention eventhough, as I mentioned, the place was not full. We order a single dish for two small children (4 and 6) to share. The waiter brought the dish and told the mother to divide it between them! I don't think its unreasonable to expect the kitchen to divide the dish when I'm paying $45 for it. Further, someone from the staff brought over a Mother's Day gift (an apple paperweight) and dropped it on the table. When we pointed out there were two mothers at the table (My mom and sister-in-law) he chimed "one per table" without looking back. Seriously? Should they fight over the knick-knack? Either they thought we were trying to scam them or they are really, really cheap. Neither bodes well for a return visit. Lastly, our bill was about $700 (tip added by restaurant). We gave the waiter $500 in cash and put the rest on a credit card. He returned with receipt charging $300 to my card. Did he think I couldn't do math? Some at the table thought it was an honest mistake. I may have as well except when I pointed it out to him, he pulled the $500 from HIS POCKET and recounted it. Shouldn't he have put that money in the register when he rang up my bill? Not if he wanted to hold on to $100 for himself. In all, I was so disappointed that not only is there little chance I will return but I will warn any friend who plans to go there.
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Heather C.

We dined at Bond 45 on a Saturday night. Our group inlcuded 7 people celebrating a birthday. From the get go, service was a problem. It took at least 20-25 minutes to get six cocktails. Our server had a think accent and was extremely difficult to understand. We ordered appetizers which were very average-two cheese plates and a vaiety of sliced meats. Dinner took some time to arrive and Bond 45 looks to impress, with some items, with the sheer size of its dishes. Two guests ordered a veal parmesan that looked like a pizza. On the other hand, I ordered lamb for $42 which turned out to be three small chops drenched in butter. I could have achieved the same out come with a $6 pack of lamb from Giant! I had to ask the server several times to clear empty glasses and dishes from our table. At one point, I actually had three empty glasses to hand over to him. He told me he's be back in a minute...he had to clear dishes from a table that had recently left. Service was poor. Our server could have probably sold us another 7-10 drinks but he was no where to be found. It was like he didn't care and felt entitled to our tip. Moving on to the end of the meal, our table sat for reasonable 20 minutes until our server brought our check to us. We had to actually ask him for the check despite telling him that we were finished with our meals and didn't want dessert. No offer of after dinner drinks, coffee, etc...which we would have likely ordered. So...7 people and $600 bucks later plus a tip and we were all disappointed. I would NOT return to Bond 45.
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Heidi L.

I think this establishment just opened when I came here with a friend to dine Feb 2010. It seemed as if they were still working out some kinks. When we arrived there was no one there to show us to a table. I asked a server and he said it was seat yourself. So my friend and I chose a booth and a server came and got our drink orders. We admired the atmosphere until the waiter brought us our drinks and got our order. The waiter's knowledge on Italian steaks and American steaks convinced my friend to give the Italian steak with foie gras a try. I chose the seafood risotto. As we waited for our food, multiple servers came by to ask us if we had already ordered. I guess they were trying to be attentive, but for the most part it seemed disorganized. The food was okay, but i was expecting it to be delicious for the price we were paying, especially the steak. We also found out that foie gras was not our thing. I wouldn't come here again unless someone whom I found annoying offered to pay for my meal since I would never recommend any of my friends to come here.
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Emmanuel S.

For the price you're going to pay at Bond 45--go somewhere else with better food 3x...let me start with the good--the second best thing was the fried ravioli--which was original, and very tasty. The first best thing was, while we were sitting down on the bench waiting for our table, the sculpture of a woman's rear that I enjoyed taking a photo with and having a chuckle about--and, that's about it for the positive. For the money you're paying you should expect above average food, but the entrees were about average--nothing to get excited about, but here's what gets me: what is it about servers in so-called "upscale" steak restaurants, that they feel they can turn their noses up at you, 1) for not ordering alcohol and 2) sharing an entree (which the other couple in our party did)...look buddy--YOU are serving US our food, and I think that establishes the pecking order here. So, instead of being an @$$hole about it (or in the case of Bond 45, @$$$$hole) do a good job and we'll give you more than the 15% tip you really didn't deserve. Don't waste your time or money here, there are a lot more options at National Harbor, and a hell of a lot more options for great steak and Italian in the DMV...no hate Bond 45, just the truth...run n' tell dat homeboy
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Deb B.

This restaurant was a disappointment. As a business traveler who enjoys great food and restaurant experiences, when my client highly recommended Bond 45, I was thrilled. After speaking with the host and learning that this was part of a New York City group, I was even more excited because I have never had a bad meal in the City. Unfortunately, this was not the case. I have to admit that the "complementary" Prosecco was nice; however, the "complementary" popovers were dry and tasteless. I have had popovers in Manhattan, and these almost seemed stale. Nonetheless, the worst part of it was the waiter. His breath was putrid. He smelled as if he had not brushed his teeth for a year. His service was only fair besides this fact. We each ordered a salad as a first course, and filets for second with a side of asparagus. The salads were nothing special. My steak was cooked to request, however it was cool on the outside as if it had sat under a warmer. This was a huge let down. The asparagus was good though. We had tiramisu for desert, and it was good but nothing special. I would have said something about the experience, yet no one cared to ask. Service was probably more dissatisfying than anything else was. This restaurant is priced like a Ruth Chris or Morton's, however it does not come close on the overall experience and value.
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Steve W.

A memorable dinner with good friends. Unfortunately, only because it was so totally awful. 10 years ago we all had a dinner so bad and so outrageous that we still laugh about it (Antoine's, New Orleans). This dinner just about, but not quite, topped it. I could write a short story about our misadventures here but I will just say that the wait staff was awful. They are poorly trained. Don't have a clue how to even serve water. They didn't know what appetizers or entrees went to which person and then reached across the table to serve rather than moving to a proper serving position. They also constantly dropped things. Trays, drinks, pepper mills, etc. As for the kitchen...the bruschetta was burned black. The mozzarella was bland. The beefstake tomatoes were not prepared as ordered. The crabcake (called a "crabsteak") had almost no jumbo lump and was not even finished by the 2 people ordering it. The tiramisu was a loser. And...the prices are VERY high. Add this to the fact that this is a noisy place with many of the tables crammed on top of each other and I cannot see why anyone would ever want to visit.
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Rebecca S.

We ended up at Bond 45 on a Friday night without reservations after a bad experience at a different restaurant around the corner. The wait was only 20 minutes or so compared to over an hour at other places in National Harbor. The host was very kind and attentive, making us feel welcome and special. We sat at the bar during our wait and were served by a cheery helpful bar tender who recommended an excellent wine that we then enjoyed all evening. The atmosphere was classic steak house, with lots of heavy wood furnishings and leather bar stools. Our table was ready, the host walked us through the connector to the dining room, which also was the kitchen. That was one of my favorite parts because you could see your food being made and you could feel the vibe of the chefs. It was a nice transparency that immediately gained my trust. Our table wasn't the best spot, seated right next to the kitchen, in a narrow room. There were some noisy guests whose conversation filled the small space (and yet the kitchen was busy but relaxed and calmly run). We ordered the homemade mozzarella with tomatoes for $20 ($14 for a ball of cheese and $6 for a single tomato sliced). Our hopes for the tomato in December were low but it was surprisingly good. Not a summer tomato but not a tasteless hot house one. The cheese was delicious with a perfect texture. We shared the veal milanese which was a giant piece of veal, pounded down to a quarter of an inch thick, breaded and fried. It was larger than a regular sized dinner plate. Very tasty, good texture. However it came with nothing else. We had a large piece of meat for dinner for $34. I realize that some places all sides are a la carte but for $34 (and one of the cheapest on the menu) I would think it'd at least come with some kind of side. Our server was attentive with a great attitude. Then he came around with a cookie sheet of still warm chocolate chip cookies. That was a nice touch. Not sure if that is all the time or just for December. All in all, a decent experience, don't necessarily have to go back since it is kind of expensive but enjoyed the time we spent.
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J. T.

Fresh ingredients, uncomplicated and occasionally unconventional pairings, professional, knowledgeable wait staff. Lobster risotto was perfect - fresh shellfish, chunks of sweet, tender lobster, al dente risotto surprisingly NOT overcooked/starchy like most restaurants. Outdoor seating w/view of river and National Harbor street scene. Pricey, worth it. Prince George's County is movin' on up.
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Brian W.

Decent food but not worth the price
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Allyn B.

Another Washington Harbor disappointment. NY Italian Steak & Seafood...me thinks not! We went in on a Sunday and it was completely empty. We got an awesome seat overlooking the harbor. Our server was just okay so he gets one star and the food was just okay (definitely not worth the price it cost) hence the second star.
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B F.

Went last week as a group of 8. Enjoyed the bar before dinner. No rush to be seated and we had a decent table in a side room. Waiter struggled to keep up with us and dropped an order. Took them 15 min to deliver the missing steak and then it was woefully undercooked. They comped his meal but the damage was done. Apps exceptional, main course avg to above avg. price high. Too bad, but we won't be back.
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Brian M.

If you have other options I would avoid this place. The spaghetti was extremely sub-par. The cocktail I ordered was bland and boring. The shrimp scampi was excellent though. The service was great too with a very friendly staff. But if you cant make spaghetti then I cant give you higher than a 3. It was $98 for a full serving of spaghetti, 2 half servings for the kids, shrimp scampi and a drink. Ouch! 98 when 3 of 4 dishes were poor, I dont like those numbers!
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Jason B.

Pretty good food, but pricey. I had the Bond 45 burger. I asked for a little pink in the middle (medium well), but got one the was cooked throughout. The burger was still very tasty and juicy. The servers hovered a bit too much and made me feel rushed. I would come back for a special occasion, but not a regular place for me.
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Donna B.

I don't mind paying for great food, but this was undeniably overpriced for food that was undeniably mediocre. The service and ambiance was pleasant enough, but when you pay $150 for dinner (4 drinks and 2 main courses), you should expect better-than-average food. My husband had the "specialty jumbo crab steaks", which were very good but not excellent. I had what was billed as "Our Famous Veal Chop Parmigiana", which filled the entire plate but not the palate. It was lacking in flavor and overcooked. If I had paid $80 for this meal, I probably wouldn't be writing this review, but for $150, I expected more.
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J T.

One warning ....the portions are gigantic. We had no reservation and were able to be seated quickly. I recommend the cheese platter (6 cheese to taste), it was pretty darn good. I really enjoyed my crab cake (it had little to no filler) and the grilled artichokes. It was overall a pleasing experience. I stuck to crab, since that is what MD is known for. I could see myself going back for the same meal.
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Sean W.

Good food, good service, good atmosphere! PRICEY! Dinner for two will take you over the $100 mark! Will go back someday, but don't have a strong desire to get back there soon
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Vivian H.

Thank you to our wonderful bartender Brandon last night!! Great drinks, great service and he even kept his cool when a rude customer was trying to ruffle his feathers! Class act
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Kisha M.

Looks attractive from the outside. Very nice view. Did not receive the warmest welcome. We enjoyed the ambience, but the food was tasteless and bland. The wait staff was inattentive and did not pay attention to detail. He did not ask us for a drink order. He assumed that we all wanted water. Once my daughter ordered a sprite, he proceeded to refill her glass with water. Unfortunately this was not a 5 star experience for us. It's too pricey for such poor food and service.
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Saba F.

Zerro for the service, I am right now sitting on my table with my husband waiting for our food over 40 minutes besides We had to wait 1 hour for a place to open and they text me that they didnt So I had to ask several times myself ... We decided to wait in the bar and ordered a raw dish there , it was a disaster , to my surprise bartender forgot about our order and seemed as if they disrespectfully neglected us. And something worse , the prices are so expensive that it dosnt definitely deserve . Ooooooooo my god right now brought bread after we asked and there is no knife and fork Never ever come back Never ever recommend Disgusting
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David E.

We walked in, sat down, were getting ready to have a bottle of wine opened and noticed the menu didn't have veal parmigiana on it and asked the waiter what's going on. He said it was removed from the menu recently and we explained that was why we came here (have eaten here before and at the one in NYC). Gone also is the 100 layer lasagna and the steak Florentine. The waiter said he'd send the manager over and he explained that the demographics didn't support having the veal parmigiana on the menu (even though their web site has a picture of it on one of the scrolling background pictures). I couldn't believe I was hearing this and am not sure I really understood what that comment meant...it's a freakin' NY Italian restaurant and I grew up in NYC, how on earth do you not have veal parmigiana on the menu. I asked him if they ever have it as a special or if they would bring it back on the menu and he said probably not. I will probably not be back unless they can do a better job mirroring the NYC menu, so we walked out, drove into DC, ate at Carmine's and had a great meal. If I want a NYC steak I'm going to go to the Palm. If I want NYC Italian I'm going to go to Carmine's or even the Palm (yes they have veal parmigiana and haven't lost their NYC Italian steakhouse roots). Shame on Bond 45 and the owner(s) for letting this happen. If your business can't sustain veal parmigiana I'm willing to bet you're going to have a hard time sustaining selling prime steaks too. Bring back the veal parmigiana and I'll come back.
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Renee B.

This was one awesome place. When you walk in it felt so comfortable. We decided to sit outside which was a great choice. It was the day of Japan v.s. USA on the big screen. We were seated quickly and received water. We were given a good amount of time to make a choice of what to eat. It was a party of three and we actually had the crab steak as an appetizer in which the 3 of us split which was truly delicious. I chose to get the lasagna on this day. Portion size was more than enough. I had enough for a second meal to take home. My girlfriend had the salmon and was pretty impressed and her husband had the lobster mac and cheese which I will be getting on my next visit. Although it was costly it was truly worth every dime spent. If you want to have a nice dinner this is truly the place to dine if you are willing to"kick out the cash"
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Korrin A.

We had an amazing experience. The management staff were very accommodating when we asked to add 1 more to our large party. They still managed to give us a seat with a view and a semi-private area. The server, Noel, was on point! She was amazing! The wine was very good (and we had two wine pros with us). The food was sooooooo good. We ordered way too much food and ate and drank until we were stuffed! Amazing place! Go go go!!!
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Sam M.

Service - good. Food - uninspired and unseasoned. That's the best short summary that I can give of the dinner that I had at Bond the other day. The caesar salad was decent and was the best part of the meal. For the entree i ordered an 8 oz filet, medium well. The steak came out awfully fast and this was something that even the server noticed. Before he walked away after dinner was served he asked me to cut into the steak to verify it was cooked properly. As expected, it was very underdone. The steak was taken back and took an awfully long time to come back out. As you likely guessed, it came out very overdone. Very well done, and successfully transformed into leather. A tough, unseasoned, uninspired piece of meat. The sides (mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts) were nothing special either (and were cold and had to be taken back to be reheated due to the extended cooking time for the steak. With the number of options in National Harbor, I would highly recommend going elsewhere and not wasting your time or money here. You can do better elsewhere, much better.
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Lydia M.

In a few words... the food is not worth the price.
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Dina D.

Meh. Arrived for dinner around 9pm, and was seated immediately. The view on the balcony was pretty nice and romantic- but that's the extent of the positive aspects of our visit. I asked our server questions about the menu, and he replied condescendingly. How was I supposed to know the entrees didn't come with anything? Basically, the food was overpriced for how it was prepared and presented, and didn't taste special. I've had better steak at Outback. I felt the people working there were a bit racist as well. And finally, the server gave us the wrong check at the end, which was triple our original bill. ***To the couple who paid cash on our small check total and ran off, YOU'RE WELCOME, lol. We didn't see the point of stopping you. It took the server 15 minutes to realize he gave us the wrong check anyway. Probably never coming here again.
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Emily L.

We blew into Bond 45 on a frigid November evening when we just weren't quite ready to go home. It was the perfect place to end an evening of bar-hopping in the National Harbor. The atmosphere was extremely studied, trying hard to ooze Old-World wealth and coming up just short -- though it's hard to go wrong with tuxedos and low lighting, both of which were present in abundance. I sipped champagne and my husband had some kind of a bitter Italian liqueur, which he loved. The bar was the perfect spot to watch trays of food come and go from the bustling kitchen, and to study the decadent array of desserts on the dessert bar to our left. We had enjoyed a few appetizers at some other bars and so didn't exactly want dinner, but everything looked so good that we finally ordered an appetizer. The bartender first brought a gigantic popover accompanied by foccacia, both warm and delicious dipped in olive oil. Then came the burrata mozzarella, creamy-chewy rounds made fresh in-house, along with quartered artichoke hearts that had been lightly fried so the leaves peeled away from the center in a glorious halo of crispiness. We savored each bite and wished we were hungry enough to order dinner, even after having seen the prices! I can't close this review without a shoutout to the bartender, who was charming beyond belief, sporting a crisply ironed collar and a razor-sharp wit to go with it. I wish I could remember his name, but he was the perfect combination of friendly and busy, not invading our privacy but keeping us in stitches with his self-deprecating humor. This place is definitely a splurge, but worth it for the top-quality food and service, especially if the wait staff is half as entertaining as our bartender!
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Sam W.

Way overpriced like everything in the harbor. My husband and I were staying at the Gaylord for MagFest earlier this year. We went out for a nice dinner and the place we originally were going to go to closed the kitchen early. It was cold as balls out so we didn't want to go back to the hotel without eating and he said screw it, lets go someplace nice. This is the most I have ever spent on dinner and I had high expectations, and they were not met even halfway. Maybe because it was later (9pm) but the bread was stale. Like really stale. Dipping it in the oil didn't even help. Appetizer (calamari and fried shrimp and peppers) was actually pretty tasty, except there were like 3 shrimp in the whole thing. We both order steaks and one side dish. I got the filet. While it was cooked right, whoever was in the kitchen needs to learn what a salt shaker is. There was absolutely no seasoning to either of our steaks. No salt, no pepper. I appreciate that not much should be done to a filet, but it should always be seasoned. My husband's strip had the same exact problem. If I am paying 50-60 for a chunk of meat I expect it to be prepared correctly. I had gotten some rosemary Parmesan potatoes for my side dish and they were not anything special, at all. Kind of bland and undercooked. Again, I expected more. While the waiter wasn't rude, he wasn't the most pleasant person on the planet. Didn't really give us suggestions. It felt more like he wanted to go home and he was not happy that we were there. We will probably give them another shot next year, but not for steaks. I am interested in their house-made mozzarella and their charcuterie selections.
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Konnie Mac M.

Ugh do not get eggplant Parmesan its not very good!! It's all pasta very little eggplant! Service was so so.
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Katie S.

The only positive thing i can say is that it was lovely to sit outside. The service was terrible. The food just as bad. This was the second time at National Harbor's Bond 45. The first was pretty good. But we noticed the menu has changed and prices are high while service is not up to par for its reputation of an upscale restaurant.
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Michel R.

It was ok, not great. I sat outside to enjoy the view but had bugs falling on me from the roof of building. Food was good but not worth the price.
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Toyin L.

This was by far the worst steak house I had ever been to. No bread comes with the appetizers or steak and the salmon I had was probably the worst salmon I had in a while . I will definitely not be coming back to this place .
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Louie L.

Food here is yummy I must say but their host is so rude. Came here few times but they need to learn how to coordinate better or at least be honest about the time waiting...
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Misty J.

Very disappointed. Have eaten here before and really liked the food. We decided to go back for a nice night out. The hostess seated us right away with menus. After 10 minutes of no waiter even glancing in our direction we decided to leave. It was still early so they were not at all busy. As we walked out the hostess said, "Thanks for coming". I was shocked. Did she not even realized she had just seated us 10 minutes prior? No one had come in after us. I guess all the staff was too busy chatting with each other to actually work or notice they had customers. Every single one of them was engaged in conversation with other staff. Too bad. I don't know that we will ever return. Not for that kind of service at those prices. The food is good, but not that good.
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Helping U.

Met last evening (9-1-2015) for a business dinner. Started the evening attempting to order two bottles of wine for a table of 8. Waiter returned with one bottle and apologize for not having a second. We had to change selection four (4) times. Each time the waiter returned to the table to apologize for running out of the bottles we chose. Special was a dozen oysters on the half shell. They came out as thin as paper and had NO taste. It was so bad; two other guys thought the oysters had already been removed. Ordering our dinner, I ordered the prime rib-eye (16oz) medium rare, more on the rare side. I receive the prime dry-aged NY strip (16oz). I cannot speak for the other seven people, but my steak was possibly the worst streak I have ever eaten, PERIOD. The steak was not what I ordered; it was cooked to medium and was dry and tough. The pre-cook weight had to be between 10 and 12 oz. I enjoy Ruth Chris (Fair Lakes) and Morton's (Reston TC), but this place was horrible. It bothered me so much today, I had to sit down and worn others. I am confused how people opinions on TripAdvisor can vary so dramatically for this place. There are too many nice restaurants at National Harbor to eat at Bond45.
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Ashley C.

Great Service! The view is amazing!!!!!! We had oysters for an app! Then I had Scallops. Delicious worth every penny!
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Mark R.

Place is pretty good, but drastically overpriced. I don't know what's "Italian" about it either. They had 1 or 2 pasta dishes and the rest seafood and steaks. Food is very rich, so if you go there and spend $30+ per entree, be sure you're into that sort of thing. Our service was good, the food was good and it has the best view around. If the bill came out $30 cheaper it would have been a 4-star review.
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Sapna B.

I truly wish I could give 0 stars. My husband and I came here last night to celebrate our three year anniversary and we left extremely disappointed and still hungry. This restaurant was extremely overpriced for what you get. Not even remotely worth it. The disappointments started right at the beginning -- our waiter greeted us with ice water and then was nowhere to be found until we flagged him down and were ready with our drink and appetizer order. My husband ordered a Vizio which was incredibly sweet. After that we stuck to wine. For appetizer we ordered one of their specialties that had Fried Ravioli, Burrata Mozzarella & Prosciutto. I was under the impression they would all arrive on a platter, separate from one another. But no, the mozzarella was stuffed inside these huge fried raviolis, with prosciutto on top. I don't know why you would take BURRATA mozarella and stick it inside a huge piece of fried dough. That makes me believe it's not actually burrata mozzarella, because if it were, you wouldn't mask it that way. The worst part was that this was a dish they claim they learned to make from a mom and pop shop in Italy -- yeah right. We also ordered Braised Shrimp & Calamari and it was very bland and just overall didn't taste very good. For entrees I ordered the Surf & Turf which was a 2 lb lobster and filet. This was definitely the worst -- the lobster was overcooked and cold and the filet was overcooked as well. We sent it back and they sent it back to me after clearly having microwaved the lobster because it was even more overcooked and the piece that I had eaten was still missing, so I knew it wasn't a new piece. The filet was at least cooked properly but it was so salty. We sent it back again and decided to order the scallops. They were cooked right but again, too salty. Oh and for $33 you get FOUR scallops. We decided not to send them back because we were just eager to leave. My husband ordered the Veal Osso Bucco which was very bland and we definitely weren't impressed. We also ordered a side of roasted potatoes with parmesan cheese -- the menu said that it comes with peppers and pomodoro sauce but it came with neither and we had to ask for it. The scallops came with roasted potatoes so had I known we were going to have to send back our original dish twice and end up with scallops, I wouldn't have had to order an extra side of potatoes ($16). For dessert we asked for a chocolate cake which they did not have, so they gave us a small scoop of chocolate gelato with two small chocolate chip cookies -- thank God this was decent. They didn't charge us for the lobster and steak ($68) or for the scallops which we appreciated, however we will never come back.
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Diana I.

I came here for lunch with 4 other family members. Although the sign says it's a steak and seafood restaurant, the menu for lunch was mainly Italian food. We tried the following: - Burrata Mozzarella Caprese: I wish they used the usual basil leaves that come in a caprese dish. They used arugula instead and it threw off the balance of flavors. The burrata was soft and enjoyable but the rest of the dish was a little off. - Burrata with Diced Eggplant on Crostini: this was just A-OK. Again, soft and fairly fresh burrata but I didn't like the eggplant. - Fried Shrimp & Calamari: pretty good. The dish had fried jalapeno slices too which added a nice fiery kick. - 101 Layer Lasagna: disappointing. So bland! I had a hard time eating this dish because it just did not taste good at all. Even the texture was a little too much on the mushy soggy side. One of the worst lasagnas I've had. The worst part about this place though was the service. The food took forever to come out. After the appetizers, we waited 40 more minutes for our entrees!! And most of the food came out lukewarm, like it had been sitting there for a while. Our server was nowhere in sight and didn't come to check on us. There was barely anyone in the restaurant too. Ridiculous. Totally overpriced for mediocre food and service. Definitely do not recommend.
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Matt M.

The food here was not bad but I'm not sure it's enough to justify the prices. Sure, for a nice steak in a resort town, $30 to $40 isn't extremely high. $10 for a side of roast potatoes and $12 got asparagus is a bit much.
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Victoria L.

My fiance and I couldn't decide where to eat and since we go to Cadillac Ranch all the time, we wanted something new and we both have been craving steak. It was a Friday night and it wasn't busy at all. Interesting layout of the restaurant, when you walk into the front there isn't a hostess stand so we were already confused until someone from the back walked all the way up the aisle to greet us. Why would you not change that? We were seated next to the balcony where we could see outside, which was great. Our server was nice she greeted us right away and got our drinks. The menu is kept to a minimum but I knew what I wanted right away. I ordered the filet mignon with gorgonzola cheese and my fiance ordered the cowboy rib eye with hollandaise sauce on the side. I didn't think my filet was bad but it wasn't that good, well it was because of the cheese that gave it flavor. I tried it without the cheese and it wasn't seasoned well at all. For the sides we ordered the polenta and potatoes with parmesean. I was not a fan of the polenta, it was flavorless. The potatoes were not bad but they skimped on the potatoes. And for $12 each, it wasn't worth it. Then at the end we ordered desserts because our server brought out a delicious tiramisu and I of course gave in, while my fiance got the NY cheesecake. Another $12 which was so ridiculous. Our bill came out to almost $200 which was not worth it at all. We could have gone to Capital Grille or BLT for a better steak meal with better sides. I'm glad we received decent service at least, seeing how most people's reviews are about the bad service. Our server was friendly and attentive. Thank god! Overall definitely overpriced. I could of got dinner for 5 at Cadillac Ranch with the $200 I spent here and maybe some alcohol. Well at least we tried it and we probably won't be coming back again.
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Quantane H.

My boyfriend and I dined here for the first time a few weeks back and I must say we really enjoyed ourselves. Their entire staff from the kitchen, waiters and management are very pleasing, friendly and warm welcoming. We ordered their Fried Shrimp and Calamari to start off, it was absolutely delicious! I proceeded with my meal and ordered a filet with crab topping, no complaints on that either. Their food, ambience and service is always beyond incredible whenever I dine here. I am never disappointed, I have not stopped thinking about this place since my past 5-6 visits in the last two weeks. Keep it up Bond 45!
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Robin D.

We had a party of two to try Bond 45, we went on a Saturday and the Harbor had a lot of people there and most of the other restaurants were packed. When entered Bond 45, it was very clean and nice ambiance. However, there were only two customers their which should have been a red flag on a Saturday night. We had great service but the food was not seasoned, and it was a little tough. I ordered the lobster and crab cake (the lobster is $36 per pound so this was a $70 lobster) and it wasn't good, in addition all of the sides are alcart for another $12 and they were not good at all. My friend ordered the scallop dinner and it was also bland for $50. Out total bill for two not including the tip was $154 (the food was definately not worth that price). We will never dine there again because the food was bad and way to expensive.
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Shane J.

I had the pleasure of checking out this restaurant while visiting the National Harbor. We did have reservations - would suggest that because this seems to be a popular place. The service staff were attentive and the ambiance was romantic. I would say be aware that this is a pricey place - drinks were between $12-18 - they were delicious - but don't get crazy if you have a beer budget and champagne tastes (that is really a reminder for myself..lol). I had a salad as my appetizer and the Lobster Mac & Cheese as my entree and the serving size is enough for up to 4 people. My date had the steak and he appeared to enjoy. We also took recommendations from our waitress on wine pairings - very knowledgeable - this made the experience all the better. I would say go here on a special night, just be prepared for the bill - it is a great place and a stroll around the National Harbor would make the evening all the more special.
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LaVee V.

This place was amazing! My date and I truly enjoyed our dinner here. We had no illusions of the prices before we got there so we knew what to expect from our entree orders. However, I was a little amazed at how much the cocktails were and they didn't even call for top shelf liquor. Anywho, the steak was prepared perfectly, the lobster nice and succulent. The red velvet cake was absolutely delicious! We have come here specifically for just that and drinks. I could not dine here on a regular basis, but it was a nice change.
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Stephanie J.

I'm posting on behalf of my inlaws who loved this spot! They enjoy good food and atmosphere and this left them delighted. Mom-in-law had an appetizer with vegetables and shrimp that left her raving, in addition to a not too skimpy tops held vodka and tonic. They finishes with a red velvet and cream layer cake. I'm addition they swear to having the best server EVER, Chris, which considering their dining history is saying something!
(4)
Krystal F.

Excellent service from the minute we walked in. We were seated immediately. The food was made to perfection and our waitress was very friendly and attentive. I had the veal chop with mushrooms and my husband had the file. Their desserts are excellent the tiramisu was divine, one the best I've ever had and the cheese cake was delicious. Would highly recommend this restaurant. Just keep in mind that this is not a casual dinning place so expect to pay at least $200+ for a couple.
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Todd G.

This was our 5th time dining at Bond 45. In all the previous times, we have had no complaints. We have raved to our friends about Bond, but after last nights melt down, I am sure Bond is what it used to be. We heard several other tables complaining about their food before our dinner was brought to the table. It was nearly an hour into service when our food started to arrive. Not all food was presented at the same time. There were 3 in our party and we each ordered the 8 oz filet. Two MW and one M. None of the steaks were cooked to order. We ordered three side dishes, potatoes with parmesian and mac and cheese and a lobster tail. The mac and cheese was presented with the steaks. The potatoes came 5 minutes later and were undercooked and did not have the same flavor or texture as all the times before. The lobster tail came after we were completely done eating. This was the worst diner I have ever had at Bond 45. What made it even worse was we were entertaining a new guest at Bond 45. We raved how great the diner service would be and we were completely disappointed and embarrassed. I am not sure what happened. It looked like the kitchen was completely out of control. Could this be they had new cooks, or maybe a new Exec Chef? Not sure, but they need a lot of help. I would be willing to give them another try and update this review if they are willing to provide credit for a redemption diner.
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Bil M.

Not sure why this place is rated at 3 stars. Went on a Tuesday night and the place was near capacity. I sat at the bar and Brandon was incredible as a server. I asked him for a recommendation between the 101 Lasagna and the Lobster Mac and Cheese. He recommended the Mac and Cheese. It was different because it wasn't a really cheesy, but it was more butter and garlicky (is that even a word?) . The lobster came mostly in its shell displayed across the plate to look like it was partially drowning in a lake of pasta. Now, I love me some mac and cheese. And this was one of the all-time greats. I highly recommend this place. It is pricey, as the dish was $58. But as a special occasion, you can't beat it.
(5)
Candice K.

Great service and excellent food. We had the 8 oz filet mignon (perfectly prepared) and salmon. Desserts were wonderful as well - red velvet cake and chocolate mousse. Everything very nice and would recommend this restaurant for a special occasion. The filet mignon comes with no sides and the sides are large so it was pricey since we didn't both have steak. The salmon dish came with two sides. Another complaint is that there was an extra charge for bearnaise sauce - a restaurant of this caliber shouldn't charge extra for sauces. Here's the breakdown --- filet mignon $44; sauce $4; mashed potatoes $12 = $60 for steak and potatoes - the steak was delicious and worth it - but I would have preferred to have my filet mignon with the sauce and 2 sides for $60 rather than the filet mignon and a big dish of potatoes that I couldn't eat and no vegetable.
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L D.

Was happy with meal even after ready all the negative posts. I got ribeye was above average wife got Shrimp Scampi and was pretty good. Double wedges salad and pear salad were awesome. Best of all was the side, Polenta Fonduta. Amazing. Server, Tiffany was one of the best I have had in awhile.
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Mike P.

This place was pretty awesome! Definitely a casual place with an upscale feel. The food is priced very high but is certainly worth every dime. I ordered the filet mignon (16 oz) which was VERY tender and the roasted spinach and roasted quinoa w/walnuts was absolutely delicious. All this (plus a calamari & shrimp appetizer) came to about $95.
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Elisha P.

I have to give it to you, yelpers. You warned me that the food was mediocre and overpriced but alas a dear friend recommended we meet him and his girlfriend here and I didn't want to offend. And I am paying the price. I am typing this as I sip my disgusting orange Gatorade bc I've suffered a day of the worst diarrhea you can imagine. And it was definitely due to this food. The onset of the symptoms was textbook. Damn you bond 45! Oh and I'm and $150 poorer- the cost of 2 entrees($50 each for husband and myself) and had chipped in on an appetizer for the table, tax and tip!
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Ashley A.

Here on business- stayed at the Gaylord down the street. After exhausting all the options in the couple of blocks surrounding the hotel, we decided to go big the last night of our trip and try out the only steakhouse in the area. The welcome was a little over the top. As we made our way through the nicely lit and warm atmosphere (except for the strange number of nude portraits hanging on the walls), waiters, waitresses, and hosts stopped in their spots, trays full of food weighing down their shoulders to smile and greet us. There was even some bowing involved. It was a little much. Once we took our seat in the back room, we were welcomed by a very friendly and personable server who immediately named the specials, wine selection, and placed a hot plate of pop-over bread in front of us. (Quite delicious by itself, but accompanied by some average-tasting olive oil). I had the salmon with quinoa - delicious. My coworkers had the scallops but were more impressed with the side of roasted potatoes that came with it. Another coworker had an 8oz. steak, and while it appeared to still be "mooing" from the plate, she assured us it was perfect. We ordered a side of the garlic mashed potatoes for the table (sides are family style), and they were the best part of the meal. So creamy and tasty. The food is worth the price. Our server even brought us a sheet of freshly-baked chocolate chip cookies at the end of the meal -let us pick one straight off the wax-papered cookie sheet. It was a nice personal touch to the experience. We stayed and had coffee and hot tea and were not bothered or rushed by our waiter despite the place being full and there being a waiting list at the front. Great experience. Great food.
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Mo A.

As another birthday approaches, I embarked on my 2013 bday tour. As fate would have it, one of my dear friends that I've known for what seems like an eternity stepped up first and handed me a proverbial blank check for places to choose. Hmmmm, anywhere? I've read reviews from other Yelpers who say that Bond 45 is the real deal when it comes to steaks. Located in the beautiful but horribly overpriced and underwhelming National Harbor in suburban Maryland, Bond 45 is billed as an Italian Steakhouse that is also known for their seafood. Their flagship location is in the Times Square section of New York City. Arrived to the restaurant on a Friday night with reservations. Interestingly, the restaurant does not have a host stand. There's a sign that tells you to walk forward and someone will help you. Ummmm....tacky? Once we found the host or staff member who doubles as the host, we walked to the lovely dining room to be seated. I love the fact that they have an open kitchen area where guests walk through in order to get to the dining room. The decor has a rustic look along with an intimate feel accentuated by the dim lighting and close seating arrangements. I ordered the Bone-In Rib-eye steak along with Asparagus Parmigiana. The meal ranks up there as one of the worst I've ever had. The steak tasted bitter....perhaps rancid is a more accurate description. This acrid aftertaste that lingered after each bite. I asked for steak sauce in order to try and salvage things. The sauce helped a little but that bitter aftertaste remained. The Asparagus parmigiana was overdone. In fact, the char marks were visible on the bowl the asparagus came in. There was parmesan cheese that seemed to be slightly melted on the asparagus but it appeared greasy and unappealing. The asparagus was flavorless except for the char aftertaste. After sending her steak back once and still being disgusted by it, my friend declared that she couldn't eat. At this point it's mission abort because truthfully, I couldn't continue to eat this crap either. We promptly told the waiter our thoughts on the food and took off (we were still charged $12 for the burnt asparagus). Needless to say, Bond 45 was a disappointment. The food wasn't just bad, it was horrid. A case can be made about the experience being symbolic of the National Harbor in general- a place that's high on style but embarrassingly low on substance. That said, the pricing at this restaurant makes an even greater mockery of things as a meal for two can easily run $100-$200 given the cost of the entrees coupled with the sides being a la cart. In case my perspective on Bond 45 isn't clear.......AVOID!
(1)
Kevin C.

The Best place to eat in National Harbor!! The porter house for two was cooked to perfection, with fried artichokes and roasted potatoes we finished with the coconut cake!!! Had a nice Brunello and our server Oscar was fantastic!!! Highly recommend.
(5)
Tessa R.

Service was good but the food was average for the price. Buffalo Caprese salad was really fresh and probably the best thing we ordered that night.
(3)
Lorena R.

We visited this place on Saturday September 27th, 2014. The food was great no doubt! Service was horrendous, we had very poor service. Very disappointed! Don't let the classy look fool you, once you are sited you are pretty much on your own. I expected better.
(1)
Ashika B.

I generally do not enjoy dining in groups because the service and quality of the food both seem to suffer. This was definitely not the case here. I was with a group of about 10 women and we were all in a festive and playful mood. We were delighted to have a server who was attentive, energetic and jovial. I had a perfectly cooked Filet Mignon and the table shared several sides, all of which were delicious! Everyone at the table was happy with their meal. The next time I visit the National Harbor I will definitely dine at Bond 45 again.
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Christine S.

TL,DR: excellent overall experience! Would recommend for a relaxing dinner. I'm not sure why people are so critical of this place. I'm sure it's because most Americans haven't traveled outside of the country to know dinner isn't supposed to be a rushed thing (like all American steak houses do). The prices were a bit shocking, but everything in this area is pricey, so it comes with the territory. Our waitress was very pleasant and took our drink orders as quickly as she could, given the indecisiveness of a couple at the table. She made sure our waters were always full and good on the alcoholic beverages we had. The herb bread was brought out not long after our initial drinks, followed by a couple of things we'd ordered to share as appetizers (eggplant crostini, the prosciutto crisp things and the ravioli special that's starts with an F since I forgot the name) We were given a good amount of time between the bread and appetizers before our entrÃ©es were brought out to give our stomachs time to digest. I ordered the lasagna, which was probably the best I've had! The layers were so light and it was an excellent ratio of meat/cheese. The others were all impressed with their orders as well and there was some plate sharing. Our waitress checked on us and refilled our glasses the whole time. We then had a bit to chat before being asked if we wanted coffee and desert. We all got gelato, which was yummy, and coffees. I loved that we each got our own tiny coffee pot that held more than just one cup! Our waitress surprised us after our gelatos were brought to us by offering us chocolate chip cookies still on the pan! I was highly impressed and felt great about how much I spent on dinner. We had plenty of time between courses to digest and talk amongst ourselves. Perhaps the negative ratings for "slow service" is because nobody knows how to get their nose out of their phones anymore and just talk to one another. The only thing I would've liked was to have been able to take my leftover lasagna home. I'd dock this place .5 a star if I could for that, but I'm good with rounding up.
(5)
Yujia Z.

Food is not so delicious. We ordered Crab steak, soup and salmon, all just so so. But I think the view of outside wheel was good, and seafood will be fresh.
(2)
Alexander P.

I love this place! I'm a regular once a month and each time has been pleasant. We've always take the seating outside to enjoy the view(weather permitting) I enjoy the service and simple menu. My favorite part is the cookies in the end!
(4)
Christopher F.

This was certainly a mix of good and bad. The good: nice location, very courteous staff, fast service, delicious popovers, large portion. The bad: the prices were high and the steak, while cooked well, was completely unseasoned. No salt and no pepper. The other funny issue was after I ordered the steak, the waiter asked if I wanted mushrooms or onions on it. I got onions and my two dinner mates got mushrooms. The waiter never mentioned a fee. We got the bill and it was twelve dollars per person for the mushroom and onions. This was on top of steaks that averaged 50 dollars each with no sides.
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Misha K.

I really enjoyed this place. The customer service was excellent and the food was great. Of course as with some steak houses the menu is limited, and I was surprised to see they did not have crab cakes. You can stuff or top anything with crab but crab cakes was not on the menu. It's not a place I can afford to go to every night, but I will definitely return. Must go!
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Catherine N.

We went to Bond 45 on June 6th a Saturday. We wanted to get some drinks and appetizers at the bar. I had high hoped because it looked like a really nice place. I went to use the rest room and was horrified. No toilet paper, no paper towels, no hand soap. Paper all over the floor. It looked like the bathroom had not been inspected in days. I think this was a health hazard, no hand soap. I asked for the manager and he seemed pretty blase about the whole thing claiming they were busy and hadn't had a chance to check things out. They did not seem that busy. (Even McDonald's has a check list every hour to check bathrooms). After that I was pretty turned off. The place didn't seem particularly friendly. Food and drinks were ok but way over priced for what we got. There are a lot of options at the National Harbor, Bond 45 needs to try much harder.
(1)
Markques M.

Went here for Valentine's Day dinner last night. The ambience was great, and service was average for a higher end steakhouse. We ordered the porterhouse to share Oscar style with a lobster tail for myself along with sides of spinach and 4-cheese Mac & cheese to share. The food was very good, but not sure it was worth the $160. We've been to several steakhouses and this one does not stand out from the rest, but it's a good local option with a great view of the harbor. Overall it was a good experience, and we'd consider going back for restaurant week.
(3)
Alycia T.

Came for resturant week. Got very average service. The waiter did not ask if we wanted more drinks nor did he refill my water. We have now been waiting 15 minutes for the second round of drinks.
(3)
Happy R.

I was in national harbor from NYC for a conference and stopped in at Bond. The place looked decent from outside. But looks were deceiving. This place was mediocre at best. The sausage and broccoli rabe appetizer came served on stale toasted bread. The crab cake "steak" was a poor excuse for a crab cake. A small patty of crab served (again) on a piece of toast. It was a strange pairing and not tasty. To add insult to injury, it is priced at $34! Service at the bar was good. But overall I would suggest trying some other place if you can.
(2)
Rehana L.

Super disappointed!!! Just went today. First day of sunshine thought it would be great to sit outside. It was definitely nice but very windy. But that wasn't my issue. The food. HORRIBLE!! First, the complimentary bread that they give with olive oil. Well I should have asked for a rock instead. Tasted and felt exactly the same. I ordered the Calamari and my boyfriend ordered the Sausage over toast. The calamari was mediocre. Actually lower than mediocre. The bread was very stale and the sausage was over cooked. We had two waiters ask us what we wanted to drink. They couldn't decide on who to serve us and made it clear behind us. Anyways, We ordered the very over priced ($15) cocktail. You would hope when you spend 15 on a cocktail it would have a substantial amount of liquor. Nope. Barely a spritz. Don't even get me started on the cookies. They gave us complimentary chocolate chip cookies with the check. Now, I love baking as much as the next person, so these cookies were in the oven 7 minutes longer than they should have been. Could have been awesome but they weren't. Sadly though, they were the best part of the meal. Gross. So after $100 for 2 disgusting apps and 2 over priced drinks will never go back to this place again! If they can't even get the apps and drinks delish why would I order a $50 steak from here. No Thank you! AVOID at all costs!!!! Sincerely, Angry brown girl.
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Thad T.

Glad we chose this restaurant for our special night out. The food was spot on and couldn't ask for better service. It was a little pricey but well worth it. Not sure why it doesn't have a better rating --it deserves at least a 4.5.
(5)
Shannel S.

The food was excellent. I received invaluable service when I was finally seated and they even gave me a free glass of champagne. (Our bill was somewhere around $500 bucks for 5 people so I guess they didn't "give" me anything but I digress) The worst part about the service was the bartender while we were waiting for our table. My dad asked for one thing and he substituted for another without telling us. The slap in the face was when my dad asked him about the mix up and he acted as if he didn't hear him only to say a few mins later that they didn't sell the type of alcohol he requested. When went on a Saturday night and waited for about an hour and a half for a table. I would go back in a heartbeat. I would just skip the bar.
(3)
Rukiya S.

I went there for my 35th birthday dinner on Saturday evening with my family. We had reservations which I had to update a couple times and they were very accommodating. Our server was excellent but unfortunately I do not remember his name. I had the Lobster Mac'n'cheese and it was delicious and I especially loved the presentation so kudos to the chef! The only issue we had was my sister-in-law's steak was ordered at medium temperature but was cooked to well done. The server took care of the issue quickly and within minutes another steak was brought out at the right temperature. We were very pleased and I loved my birthday cotton candy with the ice cream in the middle. Even though it is expensive it is well worth it for a fabulous experience. 5 out of 5!
(5)
Katie S.

The steak was excellent, which was why we chose to eat here. The service was a bit slow and they brought my friend the wrong desert but fixed it by bringing the chocolate mousse. I don't recommend the mousse though because it was so rich that one bite almost made you feel ill. The waitress took it back and it was removed from our bill so I appreciated that. I ordered the red velvet cake which was served with fresh whipped cream. It was very good. All in all I'd go back just for the steak as it was that good. I recommend it and the price was not bad.
(4)
David M.

Great atmosphere, service, food and wine selection. Best lasagna ever!
(5)
Chad C.

Horrible!!!!!! Don't go!!! Better off giving your money away!!!! I took my wife for our valued date night (we have 4 kids so we don't get a lot of adult time together). We walked in and I had to go up to the manager to ask for a seat. The were not busy just no one interested in seating us. Our waitress was slow but tried to answer our questions. My wife and I had two different menus! Our appetizer was the best food that we had, and it didn't need to be cooked. I ordered the Bond 45 New York Strip ($55) and it was bad! My wife ordered scallops and she said they were ok. For the money we spent, it sucked! Better off saving your money and cook the steaks yourself!
(1)
Teri D.

Went there Sunday after church. Got a great table on an inside porch with a corner view with lots of windows. BUT, it was really hot out there. The menu had lots of delicious-sounding dishes listed, and i had trouble choosing between some brunch items and regular lunch/dinner options. I finally chose the 2-lb lobster stuffed with jumbo lump crab and shrimp. BAD DECISION!! The "jumbo lump crab and shrimp" was actually a small cake of shredded crab that was cut in half and put on each side of the cracked lobster shell. I didn't see or taste any shrimp in that crab cake and there were definitely no jumbo lumps in it! The cocktails were good, and we got two complimentary mimosas/bellinis. But $74 for the lobster, which didn't contain enough meat, between the tail and claws, to cover the palm of my hand, is unacceptable. Especially when the accompaniments (jumbo lump crab and shrimp) were MIA and the price was totally ridiculous. Where's the value? Oh, and I asked to speak to the manager, and the waiter "couldn't find him"!! We waited for 15 minutes, and the manager NEVER CAME!!! We won't be returning, that's for sure! From our seat, we could overhear servers and cooks yelling, cursing, and having personal conversations that we should not have heard. Just NOT a good experience. Big disappointment.
(1)
Gary S.

Drink dont eat. Slow service, lukewarm food. Good seats for outdoor amphitheater though.
(1)
Christopher H.

Phenomenal meal on our annivarsary. The steak was incredible, and her lobster was plump. The drinks and service were great too.
(5)
Nancy K.

I don't even know where to begin... I wish I had trusted all of the other 1-star reviews and saved both time and money... This will probably be my greatest regret of 2014, and today is only January 4th! This place is horrible. For a price of $100/person, this meal was lacking on all aspects. For starters, the bread was cold, dry, and stale. This should have been an indicator from the beginning. Each of the following courses, including their "prized" steaks, was horribly over-salted. It seemed as though they were trying to use salt to mask the lack of freshness and quality of the food. Or perhaps it is a solution to complaints that the food is flavorless... but... SALT IS NOT A FLAVOR. And if you are paying $50 for a steak, you'd expect a steak cooked perfectly to the requested temperature, wouldn't you? Well, don't bother expecting that here. With a guaranteed $200 tip, you also might expect high end table service, not a waiter that has to write notes down and check them as he serves plates, then STILL manages to serve the wrong steaks to the wrong people, right? Well, not here. To make matters worse... a table seated AFTER we ordered, managed to get their food served before us. Upon complaining to the manager, we were comp'ed some desserts. So you'd think we'd get excited about FREE sweets to top off our meal, right? NO THANKS. Please toss that straight in the garbage. Even my 15 year old nephew said the cake tasted like store bought cake. I'd rather eat Costco cake. Also, Bond45 cuts corners on many minor details that does affect the overall experience. Some minor things that added to the general lack of class: the bathroom soap was cheap clear softsoap refill (I know because I have an aversion to that distinct smell from living in shared housing in the past), and the doggy bags were generic brown paper bags... no fancy Bond45 branded logos or anything. It just perplexes me that I am paying $100/person for an upscale experience but getting a much worse experience than either a National chain restaurant or a local mom/pop restaurant. NOM tip: If you like salt licks, this is the steak house for you!
(1)
Janelle E.

We went to Bond before hitting the Circue du Soileil show. We took a table outside on the patio which was nice. We got the prosciutto and moz appetizer which was good but not incredible. We also both ordered steaks - hubs got the strip and I got the filet. Hubs steak was very flavorful and cooked nicely. My filet was a little overdone for me (I like med-rare/medium) with the ends were completely dry, and didn't have a lot of flavor. We also got the tiramisu cake which was okay, but nothing quite like a delicious tiramisu. After we ate all of that, our server brought out a tray of chocolate chip cookies! If I would have known they were going to do that I would not have gotten the cake! Oh well...now you know : ) We also got a complimentary Limoncella at the end of the meal - holy geeeeez! It was pure alcohol...we couldn't even get it down...it was seriously like taking shots. I'd eat at Bond again, but try something other than the steaks. Overall we enjoyed our experience, we just wish the food was a tad better for the price.
(3)
Deb E.

Great dinner. WOW!! A bottle of chilled wine and still water was first ordered. This was our first time and the menu items ALL look delicious. We had the antipasto special app. Fatty meats and cheeses (olives and roasted red peppers). The waiter was great and let us enjoy our wine and meal, never felt rushed. For dinner my husband had the cowboy bone in ribeye steak and I had the 2 lb lobster. Our son had fancy spaghetti. He is 9 and it was yummy! It was my birthday and all the wait staff said Happy Birthday as they passed my table. My son could not wait til the hot homemade chocolate chip cookies that come out on big cookie trays at the end of your meal. The coconut cake was so moist and delicious. It is expensive, but for a special occasion it does not disappoint. Located with in 2 short blocks of the Gaylord Hotel. We had a view of the huge Christmas tree out front. Would recommend for special occasions and for really great tasting steak cooked to perfection.
(5)
Prateek B.

The most horrible restaurant ever !!! Awful service, awful food !!! Sat down, waited for the waiter..no sign of the dude !! Had to flag him down to get our order. They gave us some bread with a smmmmaaall amount of olive oil in a bowl. I had to get up, find a bottle of olive oil and serve the wife !! Cocktails were horribly made...way too sweet !! Got a fried ravioli app, supremely disappointed !! Wife got the surf and turf..filet and lobsta !! Steak overcooked and lobster...chewy like gum !!! Sent it back. Got scallops...salty as hell !!! Will never be back !!!
(1)
Spencer H.

This was my second time here and it was mostly a good experience. I am a fan of a good steak and my 12oz filet did not disappoint. Mind you, the prices at Bond 45 rivals such establishments as Mortons, The Palm and Capital Grille. For that, the side dishes have to come in larger portions than Bond 45 offer. Also, they must pay attention to detail because when my date sat down, her seat was full of crumbs that she swept off herself. Our waiter was great and very attentive. When coming to establiments such as this you expect an exceptional experience. They can do better is the message I am attempting to convey!
(3)
Lisa N.

We were seated outside in the sun and asked for a little bit of shade but the seating person said "I can't be moving tables all day" extremely irritated he seemed. For the price we paid for a small portion of plates we deserved a nicer treatment. They didn't even serve us any bread! Never you go here unless you print money and don't care about racist treatment!
(1)
Jamie J.

Even when all doesn't go as planned, Gabrielle, Elle, James, Brandon, and Chef Mateo made it perfect with their personal attention. Thank you all for the great service!
(5)
Chad M.

Amazing! The food, drinks, and serivce were just amazing. The bone in filet and 12oz filet were delicious. It was one of the best steaks I've had. Our servers (Sam & Oscar) recommended a great wine to go with the steaks. The manager Ryan stopped by our table several times to make sure everything was perfect, and it was! After dinner they brought out fresh baked cookies. Thanks to Sam, Oscar, Ryan and everyone at Bond45 for an amazing experience!
(5)
Monica K.

We went here for some afternoon drinks. Amazing service. Oriana was our waitress, she was so nice and personable. She gave us bread and chocolate chip cookies. The patio seating was great (you don't need to be dressed up to sit there, unlike the fine attire for the dining room. We would definitely come back!!!!
(5)
Al G.

What a fantastic Steak restaurant... Food was incredible. The service...well that needs some attention. That's the reason for 4 Stars rather than 5. We had two waitresses and they were the most inattentive servers I've had in a while. It really is too bad because the food was incredible. But you start and finish with service and from the start to the end it was not good. No one to greet us as we came in the restaurant, we had to ask for assistance. Probably should get 3 Stars but the steaks were just so dang good!!!!!
(4)
Kimberly C.

This area in general is highly expensive, so I was expecting a hefty bill. But the service, and the bill I got, were atrocious. Three of us walked in about 845 last night (Friday) and it was surprisingly empty despite activities happening at nearby hotels. Regardless, it still took them more than 15 minutes to send someone to get us water and take our orders, and by then since we had so much time we already knew what we wanted. The menu prices were sticker shock already, and the market price for a lobster tail was $68?! I ordered a filet, and their menu lists nothing that comes with their entrees. The sides were obnoxiously priced ($12 for asparagus), but I was surprised when he asked what side I wanted with my food. I asked how many I "got" with my meal and he said one. So I ordered it. The food came out quickly and was very good, however, the waiter never came back to check on us. He brought my steak with no steak knife and said he would grab one. Never saw that steak knife, had to use a butter knife. We ate, and then waited. And waited. And waited. by 10pm we were tired of sitting around and asked for our checks. Cue another long wait, and then they had to take them back to separate them. And then after another wait I noticed I was charged full price for the side. He basically conned me into ordering it by offering it to me instead of ASKING me if I wanted to order a side, which seriously angered me. And by the time we left it was a few minutes to 11. It should not take 2.5 hours to get a meal anywhere, no matter how busy. And to boot, the server couldn't have cared less to check on us. The food is not worth the price. You can get the same food at a chain restaurant for a fraction, with much better service. Needless to say, if there was a tip, it was as abysmal as the service. Go elsewhere.
(2)
Gary M.

Very disappointing was the lobster di mare with fresh pasta ($38). Billed as half a lobster with shrimp and muscles over fresh paste, the lobster turned out to be a mangled partial claw and two small pieces of lobster. The shrimp and muscles were below average size. Furthermore, after waiting almost an hour to be served, the dinner came out cold. After sending the dinner back, and declining the offer to warm it up, I expected a visit from management, but nobody visited our table. I returned to my hotel for a crab cake sandwich, which was so much better. Save your money and aggregation, and try one of the other restaurants in this area.
(1)
Frank B.

Well, what can I say about Bond 45? I initially looked at the reviews and saw that most people had a pretty good experience, but that was not the case with my wife and I. We both ordered steaks at medium we'll and was advised that the steak will not come out as good because it was cooked a little longer. I have never heard of such a thing, but when we received our meal an hour later, it was very tough and cooked at medium rare. My wife ordered wine and never received it. Our water glasses were never refilled, and our waitress only came to our table three times in three hours to see if we needed anything. A complete waste of $150 dollars.
(2)
Mark S.

The only thing colder than the restaurant was the food. Appetizers were just ok. Should have known it wasn't going to be a good experience when it took twenty minutes to get four drinks delivered. Wait staff didn't seem to understand you should take the dirty plates away before trying to deliver more dishes. Took forever for them to find their pepper grinder. 3 out of 7 entrees were wrong. We ordered BONE IN FILET and got the small filet. I am not sure how you make that mistake. Its the only thing on the plate. Parmigan asparagus was ICE COLD and that is no exaggeration. This place sucks. I had 7 customers with me and the only thing that saved it was the fact it was so bad it was laughable. To try and make up for the mistakes they tried to offer us the cheapest bottle of wine on their list. Are you fing kidding me. I told them to keep it. If you were going to try and make amends offer a bottle of what we were drinking.
(1)
M M.

If I could give a minus 1 star I would. The food is horrible, bad service,. I ask for a gluten free menu and the waiter told me to just read the menu and she would tell me what had dairy products. Lol. To be in the safe side we order the meat, it was over cook. It was impossible to eat. I had never seen asparagus look like the ones they gave us. The entire diner was horrific
(1)
Tiffani N.

Arrived at Bond 45 not long before sunset and was able to snag a table on the patio. There was a live band right on the deck below us, which made for a fantastic ambiance on a beautiful, warm Spring evening. Our server was sweating bullets, though it wasn't THAT hot and frenetically rushed around to different tables. He took our drink order and didn't give us the daily specials until I asked. I thought this was supposed to be an upscale steakhouse? Wasn't as impressed with their menu selections and the prices seemed like Vegas prices for a Branson experience. But I just assumed the food would be good enough to warrant them charging so much. Wrong. My filet mignon was not evenly cooked, some parts were very raw. The sides were just okay. Our asparagus was drenched in a weird cheese sauce and mushy- a big no-no. I should've gotten the lasagna like the waiter recommended! I'll go to Bond 45 again but probably for lunch or to the bar to avoid overpaying for average steak. Oh yeah, we didn't get any warm chocolate chip cookies at the end of our meal either...
(3)
Jon K.

2 stars is generous here folks.... My wife and I went with my father to Bone 45 and we were expecting a great experience. The place is decorated very nicely (which I'll ad a star for), and everything was laid out nicely. The appearance of the place from the inside and outside is really pretty cool. I looked over there menu and with the prices that they had I was expecting top quality Morton's type steak. Too bad that wasn't the case, it was more like Sizzler sitting below the heat lamp too long steak. The overall food quality here is just below something you may find in a greasy spoon diner. The sides were just okay, and the service while not terrible was not exceptional either. This is basically a very overpriced tourist trap that I would steer clear of. If you want a good steak seek out a Morton's - the one in Crystal City does it right. Steer clear folks!!!
(2)
Phil R.

Like a few other Yelpers, this visit happened to be my first to National Harbor. This also happens to be my first 5-star review. Coincidence? The premise of this event was a special occasion, a birthday if you must know. I stumbled upon Bond 45 on Yelp while looking for a top-rated steakhouse in the DC metro area. After observing that this was an Italian steakhouse, I immediately committed to a reservation here. What better way to win favor with my Italian girlfriend than this? The restaurant could not have been more spot-on. The maitre d' wore a 3-piece suit, greeted my date first and then led us over to our table. On the way, four or five other servers and service staff stopped to welcome us. The facility itself was well decorated, though nothing was too over-the-top. As this metric has also proved valuable as an evaluation of a casino's quality in Las Vegas, it's worth noting that the bathroom was pristine. Needless to say, I'm being serious with this argument. The quality of a bathroom is one of your best indicators to the quality of a restaurant. Not so much the cleanliness (as you'll quickly know if you're in a Ruby Tuesday's from the smell), but the company's commitment to quality through investing in Moen, Dyson and terry-cloth hand towels. Table service was everything that you'd expect from a 5-star restaurant. Our server was attentive, informative and polite, though he also knew when to let our conversations proceed uninterrupted. His recommendation for a semi-sweet, lighter red wine (surprisingly, the cheapest bottle of Chianti Classico) went perfectly with the meals we ordered. Which brings me to my favorite part: The food. What better way to start the meal than with a plate of Italian cold cuts and homemade buffalo mozzarella? The sopressata and prosciutto carried my taste buds all the way to the point where our main course hit the table. My date (and, for the evening, the Birthday Girl) ordered an 8-oz filet mignon topped with lobster. As if to affirm my certainty in her being the right one for me, she ordered it medium rare. The pleasant surprise here was that the lobster meat was more than plentiful. My fear of them topping her dainty filet with a sprinkle of lobster meat in a cream sauce subsided when I saw a towering, tender filet covered with 4 to 6oz of pure claw meat, with no wasteful sauce to wash away the taste of the steak. Amazing. I do, however, stand by my convictions that (much to her disagreement) my steak was better. 14 sexy ounces of 28-day Aged Prime New York Strip. Never mind the fact that I went Oscar and topped mine with a hefty lump of crab meat. This was, without any uncertainty in my words, the greatest steak I've ever eaten. Better than Morton's. Better than Ruth's Chris. Better than Smith & Wollensky. Better than M&S. You get the idea... The point I'd like to make right now, to dispute the 1, 2 and 3-star reviews of this restaurant, is very simple: You get what you pay for. Too many people have given poor reviews on Yelp (for this and other places) because the place "costs too much" or they were "shocked by the bill." These people are stupid. Plain and simple. For one, company profiles display the price range for a restaurant. Beyond that, how one can be "shocked" by prices printed on the very menus they order off of astounds me (unless they forget to ask how much "Market Price" is, which again qualifies them as stupid). Either way, you get what you pay for. I paid for an incredible meal, incredible service and the perfect ambiance. I received everything that I paid for, and as we rolled ourselves out of Bond 45, I received one additional prize: "You couldn't have picked a better place." I was going to end the review at this point, but then realized that I neglected to mention the desserts. Homemade chocolate chip cookies being served directly off the baking sheet by the maitre d'. Limoncello and a plate of Italian cookies from the server as a personal contribution to the already perfect meal. Lastly, (and this one blew my mind), a birthday sundae for my date. A cotton candy birthday sundae. Seriously. Cotton candy, a la mode, served in a goblet and accompanied by a woman singing Happy Birthday in Italian. Let's see you top that one, Ray's.
(5)
Elisa S.

My husband and I went there for a pre-Valentine dinner. This was our first visit and I was really looking forward to experiencing this restaurant. I ordered the lobster stuffed with crab and shrimp. The crabmeat had an ammonia taste to it. If you are a seafood lover you know this means it is spoiled. I informed the waiter and he said he would speak to the chef. He returned and said the chef said he prepared the crabmeat and shrimp mixture that day. Well what difference does that make if the crabmeat is spoiled? He also said that the seasonings are a special blend of theirs. I don't know about you but "spoiled" is not the flavor I want to taste in any of my foods. Nor is the thought of food poisoning a preference of mine. For the amount of money we spent, about $200, my expectations were not met. You only have one opportunity to make a first impression and that was theirs. They won't have to worry about me visiting again, I can go right over to McCormick and Schmicks where I've never been disappointed.
(1)
Dawn P.

Great service (top notch!), great food, but a little pricey! LOVE the warm chocolate chip cookies at the end - what a unique touch! Located in National Harbor which is a beautiful location for taking a stroll along the river after dinner.
(5)
Alan V.

Ok I love a great steak, especially a rib eye. I'll go over my whole experience to explain the rating. Started out with the prosciutto and fresh mozzarella which was really good. The have a cured meat selection on the menu which I was excited about. Also, started with a great beer so everything was good to start with. I ordered the bone-in rib eye, medium rare. My standard at steakhouses with fried baby artichokes for a side. The steak came out and I cut into the edge of the steak and guess what...solid brown, not even any pink. I gave it the benefit of the doubt and cut from the bone out, the steak was medium well, barely any pink. Ok so I called the waiter to show him the problem and get a new steak. He wanted to argue with me that this is what med rare looks like. First, someone is paying for a $50 steak, at last take it to the back or have a manager come out if you can't talk to the customer without arguing. Secondly, someone orders a bone-in rib eye med rare usually knows a little about a steak and the temperatures. So we finally takes it back as he compares it to someone who is happy with their medium NY strip and sees mine is cooked more. I wait 15-20 min and a new steak comes out. Looked like they cooked it on higher temperature grill to get a good sear but that was it. It was rare but I'll take that over med+ temperatures. Tasted like they put an excessive amount of butter on the steak also. Again, I have nothing against butter, I love the stuff, but I could definitely taste that they put quite a bit. Overall the steak was ok, nothing to rave about and I've had much better. Maybe would have gone to Old Hickory Steakhouse in the Gaylord next door instead. I'll finish with the fried baby artichokes I ordered. Simply seasoned with sal and pepper which was great however, they didn't clear all the choke (the prickly center) out of the artichokes which I found the hard way. I would have given 1 star but the cured meats were really good and some people I like to dine with liked their meals the day before. I won't be going to Bond 45 by choice but if I end up there again, I'll be choosing some seafood. I would suggest going somewhere else.
(2)
Britni M.

Went to dinner with a girlfriend to have a nice glass of wine, nice conversation, and a great dinner. The great dinner was not so much. The appetizer and bread were fantastic, caesar salad and red wine was great. The filets that we ordered medium were over cooked and crispy. My friend's was so overcooked that she sent it back.I just cut off the overcooked top and bottom - the inside was fine. (you shouldn't have to butcher your own meat, though, when you are paying $39 for it!) The server did take my friend's filet off the check which was great, but was not apologetic at all that it wasn't cooked properly, and seemed annoyed that we were complaining about the food. (especially since they are "known for thier steaks"!) Should have known that the experience was going to be iffy when the waitress poured almost half of my wine on the table cloth instead of my glass. When I thought she was going to clean up the mess and bring a new glass that wasn't covered with wine, I waited a few minutes and then realized she was not coming back. So, I enjoyed the wine anyway (I mean, in all honesty, It wasn't THAT big of a deal; I spill wine all the time while pouring it for myself, however, I am at a nice restaurant, so I expect to be treated like a paying guest.) Again, no apology from the server. I don't think I'll be returning to this restaurant, which is unfortunate, since I had high hopes for it. I am hoping that this was just an "off night" for the kitchen and server.
(2)
Ken R.

OUTSTANDING!!! Not one wrong move from beginning to end! Service: Very good! Drinks: Very good! Appetizers: OUTSTANDING! Entree: OUTSTANDING! Side Dishes: OUTSTANDING! Dessert: OUTSTANDING! Atmosphere: Very good! Comparing this to the 2 most recent "high end" steak houses I've been to I would say this: J&G Steakhouse - Absolutely no comparison. At 25% less in price, Bond 45 blew away J&G. My review of J&G explains everything wrong with them (and there was plenty wrong). Suffice to say the Bond 45 is the polar opposite of J&G and that Bond 45 did everything right where J&G did almost everything wrong. Rays the Steaks - This comparison gets a little more complicated. Rays is very good in every way but you start to understand what Ray's means by excluding all the little things that make a high price steak house in order to achieve their budget prices. All those little things that Ray's give up add up and are subtly evident in the Bond 45 experience. My only quibble, and its a very, very slight one, is the speed of service was a bit too quick. Would've liked to have had a bit more time between courses to savor the delicious meal. Regarding those that complain about Bond 45's prices, it is a high end steakhouse and, of course, you've got Rays for an alternative.
(5)
Kimberly S.

Horrible service!!!!!!! Rude bartender. Awful 100%!!!! Pretty sure the bartender was on drugs.
(1)
Ryann G.

There is nothing negative to even contemplate saying about this place. Excellent waitstaff with full knowledge of the entire menu and wine list. House-made mozzarella, melt-in-your-mouth burrata mozzarella, creamy prosciutto, arugula and thick cut beefsteak tomatoes as the appetizer. Gulf yellowfin tuna steak was done a perfect medium rare. Dessert was a hazelnut gelato and a complimentary fresh baked cookie right from the baking sheet. This is definitely a place to check out and enjoy. I am in love!
(5)
M D.

Last year, I wrote about the newly opened Bond 45, a 275-seat Italian steakhouse in National Harbor, an expansive restaurant with four glass conservatories, plenty of seating and dramatic views of the Potomac. I returned recently during a media dinner to find that the stock in Bond 45 has steadily risen. Start with a prosciutto flight with wild boar prosciutto--lacy, thin ribbons of dark, lean, rich pork. Prosciutto San Daniele is mild and sweet, matured for 24 months. Prosciutto di Parma is smoky and nutty. From the mozzarella bar, where Bond 45 makes their own cheeses every day, there was smoked Scamorza mozzarella, buffalo ricotta, mozzarella, marscapone and burrata to taste. I agree the buffalo ricotta is pillowy soft and flavorful--not to be missed. Savory cheese popovers, which were hot and airy, releasing steam and the aroma of eggs. Slather with butter for extra sin. The Fravioli Grande are two enormous fried ravioli, filled with stracchino and mozzarella cheeses in a crispy, bubbly skin. For the main course, veal chop parmigiana is satisfying in a simple tomato sauce topped with mozzarella. Seared sea scallops picatta are pretty, plump and sweet, resting in a lemon caper sauce with crispy pancetta and parmesan potatoes. The 101-Layer Lasagna has 50 hearty layers of bolognese sauce and just as many lasagna noodles. Guitar pasta resembles guitar strings when left out to dry. Tossed with jumbo lump crabmeat and a decadent sea urchin butter, it was a winner for me as well. Another standout is a basket of fried artichokes alla Giudea, fresh and crisp like French fries, only good for you. There is a Venetian cicchetti bar which offers complimentary bruschetti, cheese, olives and sardines for snacking. For dinner, be sure to hand-pick your own steak from the beef-aging locker.
(4)
Steve R.

This place is cool. Overlooks the Potomac River right in the middle of National Harbor. The service is first class, food very good, it has an excellent wine list. It is pricey, we had to glasses of wine and two beers at the bar - $76.00! But I highly recommend the experience. Steve Richards
(4)
Laura B.

So I was staying at the Harbor the first week in December for a conference my company had at the Gaylord. I live in DC, but I hardly ever go to the Harbor. So it was my last night there and I LOVE STEAK. I took my friend there for dinner and luckily he wasn't very hungry because I could only imagine what our bill would have been if he had got a lot of food. I got a Caesar salad, the Ribeye, broccolli and potatoes. I think he had the soup and tiramisu. The bill was like almost $200 I think. Everything was just average. Like it wasn't nasty, but it totally was not worth the money spent. The steak alone was $50, but it wasn't what I expected. It was definitely a thick cut, but it wasn't as flavorful as I expected. The potatoes were a little spicey and had a kick, but just blah. I could have made them at home and enjoyed mine better. I can now say I've experienced Bond 45, but will probably never go back. Even if someone offered to take me and pay for it, I just could not allow them to spend that type of money for an average dining experience. Go to RAYS STEAKS, much much cheaper, you get more food and taste better in my opinion.
(1)
Kris H.

Went and attended a business dinner with 4 colleagues in Nov 2011. Similar experience to my fellow yelpers... atmosphere is very nice; but everything else was mediocre. The waiter was very pleasant and knowledgable, but not very attentive as we had to request our dishes be taken away and our water glasses refilled. We started with the homemade mozerella tray, which was nice, but would rather have various cheese, not just mozerella. I had the crab cake which had some good lump crab in it, but nothing special, and we're in MD - where in pete's sake is the Old Bay? unfortunately it was MIA. The others had the filet which was nice, but not outstanding. The side of asaparagas - by the time they brought back a serving spoon, the cheese had congealed. We shared a bottle of Pinot from the Williamette Valley which was a bit acidic, but mellowed out and was ok. The Thai Pavilion up the street was much better the next night fed four of us at the same price as one at Bond. Wouldn't go back, but ok for something like a business dinner.
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L P.

My husband and I made a reservation here for our anniversary. We arrived on time and were seated in the bar area. Not what we expected. When we requested the dining room they did find us a table there quickly. They weren't seating anyone in the rooms with windows so there were no views of the potomac or harbor. We asked our waitress about the wine list, explaining that we like dry earthy reds. She instructed us to stay away from the Italian wines because they are all sweet! We then realized she wasn't competent to be helping with wine pairings so we chose one on our own. The mozzarella cheese is delicious. The bread is odd, sort of like a popover, completely hollow inside. The main dishes were very good although extremely expensive. We finished our wine after dinner then ordered coffee and dessert. It took a little while for the coffee to come, we finished it and the dessert still hadn't arrived so we cancelled it and asked for the check. The dinner would have been ok if it were moderately priced. For the price we paid, we expect great service and attention. We will not be going back here.
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Karen C.

We stopped for lunch here after ICE and were close to starving. The restaurant was practically empty at 12:30 on a Sunday. The service was very good and the waiters were very attentive to my young son. They do not have a children's menu but they brought out a nice bowl of pasta with alfredo. The alfredo was very good. I ordered a Cesar salad and although it was very good and the croutons amazing, I couldn't get over the fact that it was $10! It wasn't a huge portion. I then asked to have the shrimp cocktail as my entree. I was shocked when they brought out 5 shrimp on a bed of ice with an ancient endive leaf and parsley. There were 3 jumbo shrimp and 2 medium shrimp. I really wish I had taken a picture- the two medium shrimp were yellow- not sure if they cooked them in something that turned them yellow but they were not appetizing at all. The whole bowl looked like it had been sitting around for a week. I tried a few bites of one shrimp with the sauce- which tasted like mayo and couldn't get paste the fishy smell of the shrimp. I nearly gagged. I sent it back. I had soup of the day which was delicious but I had trouble finishing it due to post-traumatic stress from the previous dish. Overall, I don't think I would go back due to the extremely high prices- I will pay for a great meal but rotten shrimp for $19... no thanks.
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K O.

What a disappointing experience! This place is definitely taking advantage of have a pretty captive audience at the National Harbor. A table of 3 waited almost 50 (!) minutes for our entrees!! The waitress was not apologetic whatsoever, but instead kept telling us that the food was "coming right up". She avoided our table. I would have asked to speak to a manager, but she wasn't even around for us to do that. When a manager did come over, I thought, wow- maybe we will get some customer service, an apology, SOMETHING? No, he came to take a chair from our table! We took the opportunity to ask him what the problem was with our food and in turn we were given quotes about how many reservations they had and how many people they served that day!!! I am the customer- I do not need to know what your numbers looked like for the night. If you can't accommodate the numbers of RESERVATIONS (of which we were one) and walk-ins, then reduce your numbers so you can provide decent service for people who are paying ~30 to~ 50 for entree on average! That was not a professional answer for a manager, that was extremely disappointing for us. I received better service at a chain restaurant like Outback! We were almost about to walk out when our food arrived. Overall, it was way overpriced for what you get. Lamb Ossobusco was pretty devoid of flavor, filet was ok, but not worth $40. Lobster Mac and Cheese wasn't extraordinary-- and also OVERPRICED. We even waited 30 minutes for bread, and when it came out it was cold! The creamed broccoli rabe was overly bitter. Nothing, nothing was worth the wait or the price. We eat out a lot-- and at many high priced restaurants in the city, but we will never, ever go back. It really left a sour taste in our mouth from a nice Saturday evening. Be forewarned, not worth the time or money.
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Mrs T.

Went here for Christmas dinner and was pretty underwhelmed. The prices for an excellent meal don't bother me, but for a meal that was executed with little more skill than meal at TGI Friday's, I was very disappointed. Our party of 4 spent almost $300 and the visit was not worth it. Service was the good, but not great. The manager did check in halfway through our meal but his "how is everything?" did not seem sincere. Almost everything else though was forgettable. The culinary high points would be the lobster bisque, the seared scallops and the potato cakes (not on the printed menu). Disappointments include the shrimp & calamari app, the double cut pork chops, the fried artichokes and the creamed broccoli rabe. One universal theme here seems to be that the menu is written to be very simple, the wait staff does NOT disclose important key ingredients and everyone seems surprised when a dish arrives that is not pleasing. The double cut pork chops mentioned arrived smothered in onions and peppers, although the menu makes no mention of them, nor did our server. Although some may look at an ingredient like onion or green peppers are being innocent, the person who ordered has an allergy and can not eat them. The broccoli rabe casserole contained undercooked pieces of broccoli rabe stems, as well as very bitter stems of ramps which again, were not mentioned by our server or on the menu. The tasty scallops arrived on a bed of capers, which again (notice a theme here?) are not described on the menu or detailed by the wait staff. The fresh baked cookies were a nice little touch, however they were over baked, crispy and burned on the bottom. The group that I was with makes the best of any outing, but we were definitely unimpressed with Bond 45. I would not recommend it to anyone, nor would I ever visit again.
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Rosie M.

We dined for a friend's birthday and were pleasantly surprised when we found out it was Restaurant Week. Thank goodness it was because if I had to have paid regular menu prices for the food they served and the service they gave, I would have been UBER pissed! Steaks came out well done, rather than medium, how we requested them. They ran out of the dessert featured on the Restaurant Week menu and replaced it with a very bad tasting comparison. Waiter was horrible - never brought back steak sauce after asking for it, drinks were not refilled, and dishes were left on the table from our appetizers, just piled up in front of us. Definitely not worth the prices on the menu and they really should re-train their waitstaff. I'm gonna give this place another shot though, everybody deserves a second chance.
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Kendra C.

I dined here with some friends back in June while attending a conference. I had high expectations but was a little disappointed. The food was fine. I had a fillet and asparagus. It was pretty good. I was most disappointed with the service. For the amount of money we paid for the food, I would have expected better service.
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Alec W.

I'm a sucker for dry-aged prime beef, and Bond 45 makes a great dry-aged steak! Very kitschy post WWII decor and vibe, with a really good selection of draft beer while you wait...and if you don't have a reservation, prepare to wait a long time. We had no problem with the service, as it was very good but not spectacular. The perfectly cooked, dry-aged ribeye is the reason to come here, as the sides (asparagus and mushroomes to name a couple) were good but not memorable. If you are attending a convention here, I would say Bond 45 is your best bet as nowhere else at the Harbor (with the possible outside exception of McCormick and Schmick's) came even close. NOTE: There are a number of higher end restaurants at the Gaylord Resort, but we did not try these.
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Kerri B.

Underwhelmed and overpriced...both the dishes my fiancÃ©e and I picked (at 2:30 on a Saturday) were gone. We were told "we ran out"... (Sliders and a tuna burger)? $60+ for lunch and we will never go back....
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Mo F.

Excellent service, spectacular food. My favorite menu item is the salmon - the best I've had in ages. My husband and I love to go here for date night. He is a very picky eater and is always extremely pleased with their steak, particularly the bone-in ribeye. This venue does not disappoint. It is by far one of the best restaurants at the Harbor.
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Tara H.

I could have ordered one of everything. I was traveling solo so sat at the bar. Great service and the food was top notch. It is a bit pricey though
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PauLine R.

Aged meat: check. Accompanying sides that'll make you wanna pass out from a food coma at the dinner table: double check. There's not one bad thing i can say about this place. Though the prices are a bit steep, i think you get your money's worth. The servers are knowledgable... It was the first time I've listened to what they had to say when explaining the menu. Why such a fan? It was a pretty swanky place, but had no problems with my 2-year-old running a muck!
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Gina L.

My waiter, Riadhl was 5 star. But because the food was just ok I had to knock a star off. The calamari and shrimp appetizer was good. For a main course, I had the crab steak and while the size was impressive, it lacked a little in flavor. The bread they serve it on was really good made the dish. My date got the lemon chicken and didn't like it that much. The $35 bottle of Chianti was really good so no need to go for the more expensive ones. Most importantly though was the service. Other reviews talked about the service not being that good but for my visit it was great from the moment I walked in the door. Our waiter was extremely attentive and courteous. Then when dinner was over, one of the staff walked around handing out fresh out the oven chocolate chip cookies. I'd definitely go back.
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Joey H.

Let me start with the fact that I am not from the area. I am staying in the National Harbor area with 3 friends and we decided to go out for a nice dinner. We chose Bond 45 from among the restaurants in the area (which is isolated enough to create its own captive audience). We were seated quickly and our server appeared with water and an olive oil, balsamic and pepper mixture - for bread we assumed. After 30 minutes, we still had water and the olive oil concoction yet no bread or drinks. When the server finally deigned to take our order, two of us were left out of the drink order and despite the other reviews on this site, the most helpful advice we got from the server was a comment that the crab steak was ok and the restaurant is really more of a steakhouse. Two of us ordered steaks, one ordered the Lobster Risotto and one ordered the Shrimp Scampi. The one salad that was ordered at the table was dropped off sans comment or pepper. It was at this point that we flagged down a manager and expressed our concerns. During our discussion with the manager, the bread, which was a humongous popover, was delivered after too much time in the oven and only slightly prior to the meal. After a minute with the bread, which resembled a black root vegetable, our bread plates were whisked away to make room for the main course. To be fair, the two steaks were very good (one of our party gave her ribeye 4 stars). The risotto had plenty of seafood but was declared bland. The Shrimp Scampi was delivered lukewarm and at the same time as the beet and orange salad. The delivery could have been by design but we would never know that due to our server who had apparently lost his ability to speak at this point. After a word with the manager, the shrimp was returned to the kitchen for warming and arrived again only slightly warmer. Unfortunately, the finer art of deveining shrimp is a talent not possessed by anyone in their kitchen. To make up for their complete lack of attention, the manager brought complimentary glasses of brut and treated us to their "mousse from a bucket" although she did not consult the table prior to delivering either. The dessert was a nice gesture but some at the table were not dessert eaters so a little consultation would have gone a long way. Nothing that was ordered by anyone at the table was comped so it was an expensive bill for a meal devoid of enjoyment. As my friend stated, the only thing that saved the meal was the company. Overall, one of the worst dining experiences I have had in a long time. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone I didn't know, much less anyone I do know.
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Bill P.

Had to knock off one star for the pricey-ness I'll get into that later.....but it is very nice beautiful full scale steakhouse.....all the frills that Ray's the Steaks doesn't have THEY HAVE......all of them .....seriously. And upper level waterfront views. Spectacular. Got the NY prime rib $45 very tasty aged 16 oz. cut of beef cooked perfectly medium rare.....one of the best steaks I've ever had. Daughter (oh yeah she loves steak) 8 oz. filet $32. Very good.....she says but only finished half rest for home. :) THE SIDES.......is where it gets pricey $11 per LARGE side order of garlic mashed potatoes.....yeah it is like 3, 4 servings but WOW!!!!! Nice barkeeps went out of their way to create a to go cup for my daughter's pineapple drink ........nice touch. When at Natty Habs.....will be back.
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Bryan P.

So was the food good? Yes. In fact it was excellent. My friend and I started with some cheese appetizer which was a Mozzarella ball in olive oil that oozed Ricotta. C'mon... how could that be bad? There was another appetizer (I can't remember what). They serve the food with warm Popovers and butter. Mumm... Popovers! That's always a great thing. We had steaks. Very good stuff. We had desert. Yum! Drinks of course. The service was lousy. We had a kid who spent most of his time not listening and trying to stay awake. Then the bill came... YIKES!!!!! What I thought was their phone number was actually our total! Over $325! This figure included a very minimal tip. $325? What? For two people? Was the food worth that kind of money? Absolutely not! This was by far the most expensive restaurant I've eaten at in years. For that kind of money I would expect: 1) Better service (or just service to begin with). 2) Dinese Richards to accompany me at my table. 3) A Chinese foot massage while eating. 4) A helicopter ride home. If you want a great steak dinner go to Ray's The Steaks in Arlington. You'll have a much better meal at 1/3 of the price.
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Kathy M.

Very expensive - first and foremost. The food is good and the streaks are quality, but I'm not entirely sure it's worth the high cost. You'll get a decent meal but leave wondering if you could've gone elsewhere and paid less for the same quality. A word about dessert: I wasn't crazy about the way they served their chocolate mousse, by taking it from a bucket (literally) and plopping it on my plate with a giant spoon (literally). How do we go from 5-star steaks and white linen table cloths, to delivering my dessert from a bucket and plopping it onto my plate? I had to ask the waiter if he was joking but sure enough, he was serious! Hmm.... not sure I get where this is going. Anyway, Bond 45 is unique.
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Brent J.

This was my first visit to the National Harbor in Prince George's County, MD. I had two friends with me and our goal was to have drinks at a place with outside tables. We went to two other places but the outside tables were full. The third place was Bond 45. Open outside table ... no problem! Let me start by saying this place has great outside tables! Good views of the water and a great spot for people watching! The bartender was handing out free, freshly baked cookies (still on the baking pan) when we arrived. Of course, one cookie per customer. It's a little pricey. We had a round of mixed drinks, appetizers and desserts for 3. Total check = $126. Having said that, the food was very good and the service was great. We will be back.
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D G.

I've been there twice--MY FIRST AND LAST! This place was over the top priced and such a poor experience. We were there at 645 on Sat night and the restaurant was empty (what does this tell you). It's 86 degrees out side and they put us on porch like seating with a window AC unit instead of in the restaurant itself. Our waiter, barely spoke, did not describe anything on the menu and did not upsell. He acted like we should feel honored to be in his presence. Agree that the popovers are room temp and not served with butter or olive oil unless you ask and then they bring the butter out in little foil wrapped squares. At BLT Steak, they at least give you soft butter with sea salt on top which makes it taste so much better. Ordered a beefsteak tomato salad and those tomatos were totally tasteless. Ceasar salads were excellent. Tuna was a huge hunk of fish covered in a sauce and was just ok. The filet mignon was better. Lobster was ok...better when dipped in butter. Overall, if you are going to spend this kind of money, go to Mortons, Ruth Chris or Flemings.
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Tia R.

Loved the food. I had the lamb and pasta. Service was great!!! But you sit so close to other people you can't have a private conversation.
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Michael O.

Bottomline: "Manager" whose name is SxxN needs a refresher on what the hospitality business is. I have had better and more gracious treatment at a fast food restaurant. WAY OVERPRICED - Its a good thing they have a captive environment in National Harbor. For a single person to spend $100, you ought to expect impeccable service and go away with your taste buds singing with joy. Not so here. Conference Goers - Go to Alexandria or DC. There are soooo many fine restaurants you will find something to tickle your fancy and really get pleasure from spending $100 **************************************************Â**************** My recent experience at Bond 45 starts like so. I arrived by myself at 9.00pm and sat at the bar. Pleasant young lady started me with a glass of wine (one of two, so you know my review is not the effect of multiple cocktails). I order a plain salad and ask for gorgonzola cheese on the salad. This was followed by an order for the $45 New York steak. Definitely a big steak and for some reason it was drenched in butter - not necessary in my opinion. This is where it gets good. I receive my bill and know fully well that a $45 steak, two $12 glasses of wine and a $10 salad make this close to a c-note to get out the door. The bill arrives containing a charge of $5 for the gorgonzola on my salad, this just irked me. I ask the nice young lady to remove the $5 charge. She is apparently NOT EMPOWERED (but fully capable) to make any decisions on her own and a manager comes over. He asks me if I ordered the cheese, of course I did! Then he feels I should pay for it. I said no, most any restaurant would either tell you they are going to make you a $15 salad OR they would add gorgonzola sprinkles GRATIS. Especially for prices like these. From there I ask if there is another person I could speak to. He says no and his ego starts to become engaged. I then ask him for his name, which he declines! I suggest that he is becoming confrontational and that I am happy to write a letter to this company. He again says he will NOT remove $5 from the bill. I finally suggest that he will remove the charge or bring the bill "as is". The bill arrives with $5 removed and the nice young lady tries to make it all better with another ounce of wine.
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Meggan B.

Visited Bond 45 on a Sunday night to celebrate our 2 year anniversary. It was very slow in the restaurant and we were seated in a lovely room with a view of the harbour and had the whole room to ourselves which was great for our romantic evening. We started with the mozzarella, proscuitto, and arugala, and beefsteak tomato platter and all I can say is wow! We devoured every bite. The in house burrata was divine. We told our waiter it was our anniversary and he promptly brought out two glasses of prosecco to celebrate. We both ordered the 8 oz filet, one topped with gorgonzola, the other with crab. You literally get a crab cake on top of your steak and they gave you so much gorgonzala it covered the plate. No skimping which was nice because the add ons were not cheap. We shared a side of polenta which was quite tasty. We also had a side of bernaise to dip our steaks in, also delicious! For dessert we got the strawberry topped New York Style cheescake and wow it was so delicous. I was already stuffed at that point but it was too good not to finish! Our waiter also brought us out a tray of cookies from the ktichen to try and he gave us both a shot of Limoncello to finish our celebration. All in all it was one of the best dining experiences my boyfriend and I have ever been on. The waiter was not overly attentive but provided everything we needed. We definitely plan to go back for future celebrations.
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Nic M.

There is a lot to be said for the food and drink here. It was delicious, no doubt about it. However, as delicious as the food was it still felt overpriced. I am not a culinary expert so maybe I am missing something but the consensus among our group was that it was overpriced. I would still give 4/5 stars if this review was based on the food alone (price knocks off a star). What drove this review into the gutter was having our initial reservation pushed back 30 minutes the day before we were going and when we arrived they were almost an hour late seating us. They first said they wouldn't seat us until everyone arrived (BS- what restaurant would do that unless they weren't ready) then they kept coming back apologizing and making up reasons... finally they said if we had 10 people they would seat us (they weren't ready for our other 6 guests yet) and the best they could do was offer a single (small) drink of wine on the house. It was a special event and you expect a higher quality of management and service from a place that charges 30-60$ for single entree with no sides. Also, what is up with the very prominent butt sculpture in the front door?
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Amy C.

Bond 45 saved us from the Wine and Food! They are the "food" in the wine festival. After we realized the lack of food at the festival, we went to Bond 45. They took great care of us - great view, outside seating, and phenomenal service! Thanks for the champagne and taking pity on us. Oscar and Vern made our experience much better! We had our little festival at Bond 45! We will for sure come here again soon! Thank you!
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Scott K.

Great food and excellent service. The prices are on the high side. But not unfair considering the wonderful atmosphere and the quality of the food/service. It certainly is a step above!
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Ashton D.

Being a local of National Harbor, I thought the food here was overpriced for what it was. We sat at the bar, ordered a few glasses of wine and ordered a smattering of appetizers instead of an entree. I will say that you do get a lot of food, and the meatball appetizer was so delicious as was the prosciutto flight. Mozarella selections were fresh (we had the roasted which was too strong a flavor for my husband and borderline overpowering for me). I am a huge fan of tiramisu - anytime it's on a menu I have to try it, rank it against other restaurants, etc. You get a huge helping of tiramisu (fit for two people), but it's no great shakes. I had a couple bites and couldn't eat the rest - it tasted like...butterscotch...? Maybe on a nice summer day, I'll sit out on the terrific terrace they have and drink some overpriced wine and eat a few overpriced apps, but won't be a frequent diner by any means.
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Chuck S.

Horrible service, can't rate the food because we have been here hour and a half with nothing to eat. Got our own napkins and silverware, finally got some bread but no butter. It's like the before scene in chef Ramsey kitchen nightmares. Don't bother
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F J.

I committed the cardinal sin of ordering a vegetarian dish at a steak restaurant. The pasta was more bland than my kids' spaghettios. I never expect to get great vegetarian meals at "meat-centric" restaurants, but usually I can get something reasonable. Not here. My friend had the crab steak and said that it was excellent. The service was excellent. The staff was very friendly. The food and drinks were pricey - about $100 for 2 including 2 cocktails and 2 entrees (i.e., no dessert, no appetizers).
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Herve T.

Maybe I was just unlucky, but I won't return to this restaurant: - the Risotto di Marte rice was only half cooked (the rice was still crunchy!) - the potatoes were unremarkable. - when the waitress spilled some oil on my wife's shoes, she hardly apologized, and never came back to clean the mess up. - service was slow (2 tables who arrived after us were served before, with no explanation from the waiter) All of that would hardly be acceptable in an average price restaurant, let alone in this quite expensive one!
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Craig K.

The view is beautiful, but the food is mediocre and overpriced. I had to send the asparagus back because it was inedible. The bread was cold. The super Tuscan wine was far from super, but quite expensive. The sea scallops were okay. You are definitely paying for the view in this place.
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Dan W.

My wife and I went here for date night - primarily for the water view. We ate on the patio and were not disappointed with the view. The filet was tops and the 101 layer lasagna was unique and good. The raviloi appetizer was worth it. I agree with many of the other reviews that the service was uninspired. It was fine, but not to the level one should expect for the price. Our waiter was rarely around and they didn't pay attention to little details. Overall we had a nice evening, but my go-to steakhouse will still be the Capital Grille.
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Shelley P.

Dined with five other friends last night for dinner. We had the opportunity to use one of their small/intimate dining areas and we had a waiter (Oscar) who was simply outstanding. The ambiance is what I would expect for a steakhouse and they have a wonderful bar out front. It is not very big but you have an opportunity to stroll throuugh the kitchen on the way to your table. Would recommend that you make a reservation onf Friday/Saturday nights rather than just dropping in. The food well this is a Italian/Steakhouse so there were lots of Italian dishes and excellent steaks to choose from. I am looking forward to returning so that I can try their clay pot dish in the future. Had the Filet (12 ounces) a little too much for me but in the future will stick with the 8 ounces. Sides are designed to be shared by two and we ordered them all and shared at the table. Sides included fried artichokes, parmesan asparagus, polenta, creamed broccoli rabe, potatoes and peppers, and the largest popovers that I have ever seen but they were light as air. Wine choices are numerous and they have a wonderful cocktail selection as well. Not too many places that can truly make a great Manhattan but they can do it. This place harkens back to the 1920s style steakhouse and that is their thing and niche. Take it for what is worth and enjoy the experience and well done aged steaks. Our table overlooked the Christmas tree at the National Harbor and we could see the lighting each hour while enjoying dinner and the conversation. Keep in mind that this place has a high energy level so it can be hard to hear sometimes. Enjoyed it and would go back again in the future.
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Chris T.

Beautiful restaurant with beautiful view. A little bit pricey but loved what I sampled from what friends ordered... My Lamb Osso Bucco with Pasta was excellent...
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Nick L.

Great food and impeccable service; one wonders how this restaurant found itself in the wasteland of National Harbor. You're going to pay for dinner here but it's a great special occassion place: luxurious without pretension, elegant yet homey. The beef is excellent here and is prepared perfectly. We shared the Florentine ribeye for 2. Outstanding. Many of the steak dishes can be prepared for 2, 3, or 4. Navigating the antipasto dishes can be a bit of a challenge. My suggestion is to make use of your server's recommendations and visit the antipasto bar for yourself to see what looks good. Also salads are not listed on the menu but they have them. When we went we weren't enamored of any of the vegetable antipasto dishes and asked if they had a salad instead. We were told they had a Caesar and a House salad; we split the Caesar with our ribeye which was accompanied by a complimentary polenta. Upon sitting down, you will be served some warm foccacia with exquisite olive oil for dipping and we were also served some nice pancetta mini-muffins. Desserts were great as well but you'll probably have to pace yourself to take advantage.
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Three A.

Visited on a Sunday mid-afternoon. We were "exiled" to a room far away from the wait staff. Maybe I should have created a trail of breadcrumbs from the popovers so they could remember where they seated us. Unacceptable wait times for every part of the meal. The side dishes were unimaginative and bland. The fillet that I ordered medium rare came out well done (frankly, I have had better steaks from Outback). We didn't see the waiter for another 30 minutes after someone else brought the food out to the table. No manager ever stopped by the table to ask how are meals were. If you go to a family restaurant like Red Robin or Chili's a manager always stops by to ask you how your $35 meal was. At around $500 for 4 adults this is inexcusable. Nobody at the table will ever be dining at Bond 45 again. Take your appetite and money someplace else.
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shauna M.

The location is nice, and we had a harbor view for dinner. Our server was kind of short, she didn't ask us if we wanted drinks, just brought water. Then was basically like what do you want? We ordered, also asked for drinks. My drink was way too sour, i believe it was the BOND 45 WASHINGTONIAN, i feel like it needed more sugar to balance the lemon. I told the server and she said, "it has citrus vodka in it, thats why." Hmm...thanks, I knew what I ordered and expected it to be lemony, but I also expected to be given a balanced cocktail. No offer to get me something else. The bread was brought out really greasy/oily. Our appetizer came out, the Fried Shrimp & Calamari, which was really good. Probably the best part of the dinner. Eventually our steaks came out. I got the 8oz filet and my bf got the bone in rib eye, both were basically burnt and way under seasoned. Just tasted like burnt. We've had better steaks from outback. When we ordered, our server advised that the sides were all large enough to share, we ordered the asparagus. It came out and wasn't more than four large spears, barely seasoned and covered in a white sauce that looked the consistency of pudding. Oh...and the server brought out a tray of cookies...asked if we wanted one. Although I appreciated the gesture, the cookies were not good..think cold tollhouse. We were very underwhelmed by our dinner and its doubtful we will be back. I'd much rather spend my $200 at ruths chris and get a good meal.
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Adam B.

The service is awesome the Steaks are buttery Delicious, seafood is fresh(Stuffed Lobster awesome) This is a perfect place to eat if you want to Have a romantic dinner on the harbor and dont mind spending money.
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Rusty R.

Top notch Itailian steakhouse. Lobster is amazing and ever so often the bartenders break out a pan of fresh baked cookies for NO REASON AT ALL.
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T P.

Service - The service was exceptional. We were never ignored. For others in my group, it was hard for them to understand our waiter as he had an accent. I translated as best as I could and he did a great job. Menu selection - Steaks, seafood, salads . . . I ordered the scampi. There were about 15 good sized scampi on my plate - I would recommend this dish! Price - What you would expect from a high end restaurant. Our total bill including food and beverages for five came to $470.00 without tip. I would recommend this place. Overall - Recommend
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Nayne M.

Ahhhhhhhh. This place has one of the beat aged steaks I ever had. I came here with some friends to Celebrate one of my very good friend's birthday. I thought we were gonna lose our reservation as we were an hour and half late. ( u know it's all about women and their make up). Anyways, although the restaurant was packed, we managed to get to our table of ten. The staff was friendly and welcoming. Our server, reyad, welcomed us and got us seated and was patient enough for us to order. I think it took us 45 minutes. I ordered some steak that was cut in equal pieces served on a toasted bread with some tasty white sauce around it. The sauce was creamy and was perfect to dip ur steak in it. I also ordered an orange beetroot salad which was delicious. I liked how the demonstrate the food before serving it an how each waiter knew where the food was going. None of the guest were asked what they ordered. What I really liked is how the staff came in with cotton candy over some icecream with a candle in the top to wish my friend a happy birthday. And guess what, they sang it in italian. It was perfect. I would definately go back and I recommend this place The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because it's a little bit expensive and I don't really mind it.
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J R.

We were looking for a nice steak house restaurant in the area. After reading the YELP reviews we decided to try Bond 45 at National Harbor. We were escorted to our table immediately - we did have a reservation. We had a lovely view of the harbor at sunset. We ordered a bottle of wine, a beer, 1 appetizer, 2 steaks, 1 side (large enough for 3 people) and 1 dessert. The food was pleantiful and great! They brought us popovers to start, after dinner and before dessert they brought around fresh baked chocolate chip cookies. Overall it was a nice relaxed environment, the service was good. The bill including tip came to $204 for two people.
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S G.

Terrible experience. The highlight of the evening was the manager who came out towards the end and did her very best to make everything right. We had a party of 14. Our waiter was rude from the get go. He thought he was being clever but he was just rude. He took our drink orders and appetizer orders, everything was smooth up until we ordered entrees. Everything is ala carte. Our main dishes arrived and AFTER they arrived he told us they were out of potatoes and asked if we wanted something else. We ordered more drinks and substitute sides. The second round of drinks never arrived and we finished our entrees without sides. Finally, we asked for the manager who came in and asked "what can we do to make this right?" She immediately brought out hot sides, cold water and ice (she said the owner wants water served warm/room temp b/c it's better for you) and she also comped the sides. She was very apologetic and very helpful. She also gave us complimentary dessert and Limoncello. In the meantime, our waiter acted annoyed and while we were figuring out the check, he came back into the room to look over our shoulders (we were in a private room in the front) no less than eight times which is more than we saw him the entire evening. Our server was extremely unprofessional and not at all gracious. Completely undeserving to be a server at an upscale restaurant that serves $40 steaks. His behavior was more fitting for the local IHOP or TGIF. Again, the manager on duty did her best to rectify a bad situation and really salvaged what was left of the experience. I would not eat here again.
(1)
Meghan B.

Sat at the bar and service was slow but decent. The wait staff was the slow part but the back staff was wonderful. I ordered a glass of wine and tomato motz salad. The buffalo motz was amazing. The tomato's were fresh however 2 of them had the tomato core or heart still in it which I only realized after biting into it.
(3)
Chris S.

Very good food, service is hit or miss. It was excellent twice and mediocre once in the bar area, and excellent once and mediocre once in the dining room. The fried artichokes were outstanding. Salad was excellent, as was the pasta. The steak was okay. I don't think I'd go there for steak again but the pasta dishes are top notch.
(3)
S A.

Went there for dinner meeting. Servers were polite and professional during talk. The bread with olives was delish. For pasta appetizer, pesto orecchiette was just bland. I and my friend were confused if they forgot to season.. Caesar salad was good. Most people ordered filet mignon for entree, shrimp scampi looked good too. My medium rare steak came out perfect but my friend's meat seemed a bit overcooked.. Sides included mashed potato and asparagus which were nothing special..(asparagus was seasoned a little salty..) but for bottom part, steak tasted good! We had tray of desserts with tiramisu, cheesecake and red velvet cake. All three were amazing! Maybe because beverages were included, cheap wine was served.. Overall good experience.
(4)
Ginette H.

It was a date night so we wanted to do something different from our ordinary. So my bf and I decided to travel to National Harbor for dinner. We were so happy when there was no waiting for table. We have been here a couple time n I've been here a few time already. The services here have always been great, fast and sufficient. But the Saturday, Labor Day weekend that we went wasn't so good. The waiter was so slow to come check on us and forgot our dessert menu so we decided not to order dessert anymore . The steak was delicious but the mussels wasn't impressive. I still like this place and will give them another chance.
(4)
Tony J.

They recommended steak when my party of two arrived without a reservation. My steak was spectacular. My steak cost about $40. Service was also good.
(3)
Matthew D.

There for a private dinner. Tasty tuna center cut and thick like a filet mingon, and those puffy rolls that the steakhouses are doing now.
(4)
A C.

While its Prime aged beef.... It's simply not in the same league as Morton's or Old Hickory right in the Gaylord. While the steak is good I certainly do not expect a $100 porterhouse ordered Medium to come out at the far end of Medium well....will not be back
(3)
Avonne T.

My experience at this restaurant was not a good one. I wanted to give 1 star, but the food was good so I gave it an extra star. My boyfriend and I went here for our anniversary dinner; when I made my reservation I mentioned this special occasion. We we were running late, and called to let them know, but got there 15 minutes later than we expected because of traffic and parking. When we arrived, we were seated in the bar area, we requested to be switched to the dining room (seeing as how this was a special occasion). We were quickly moved to another table, very close to the loud kitchen. We were late so we really appreciated them seating us. Service: Horrible Our waitress walked up, dropped off our water and drinks (we ordered in the bar section) and walked off. She didn't greet us or introduce herself. She was rude, unfriendly, rushed and inattentive. She came back ten minutes later and asked if we were ready to order, I asked her a few questions about the menu, and apparently I bothered her, she was extremely vague and uninterested. We waited for another 10 minutes and finally got her attention, we asked if we were supposed to have bread for the table, she said her "helper" is supposed to take care of that, and brought out cold bread. She then proceeded to prepare the olive oil mix; she quickly poured the Olive oil, vinaigrette and seasons in a bowl and left, without mixing it or saying a word. Food: Good The food was good, I had the stuffed lobster and my boyfriend had the bone in filet, both were delicious. The roasted potatoes and sautÃ©ed spinach were extremely salty, and completely overpriced. I love food, so I don't mind paying for a nice meal, but there is a difference between expensive and overpriced. Bond 45 is overpriced. Ambiance: Nice Nice, no complaints, unless your seated next to the busy loud kitchen.
(2)
Alex B.

Horrendous service, horrible, horrible, food even worse. Over priced. The meat was over cook impossible to eat, lobster was impossible to swallow. Place looks good but that's all. Don't go. Price for nothing
(1)
Jim G.

Nice ambiance. Shrimp scampi with cannelloni beans and panchetta was excellent. Coconut cake was quite nice Mozzarella with prosciutto was a nice way to start the meal. It is though, quit pricey. Better for business as my dish was over $30 and it was on the low end.
(4)
Karim K.

Overpriced and average. When all the steaks are $50 a la cart it should be top of the line. Ruth's Chris beats this place on price and flavor!
(3)
Mrs. R.

Worst service, worst restaurant. And, everyone is speaking of chocolate chip cookies ehh not surprised I didn't receive those either. I thought this restaurant was going to be on the same level as Mortons or Ruth Chris and it is NOT; by far even able to see the level of quality, perfection, and standards that RC or Morton's upholds. My first visit is most def my last - starting to think Rosas and Grace's are the BEST that the harbor strip has =\
(1)
Tom B.

There for lunch and the food was awesome and the service was better. Had the egg and ham sandwich and potatos. Every staff member was nice And polite and greeted me warmly. Great cookie at end. Will definitely Go back and highly recommend.
(5)
Lisa N.

My friends and I dined here yesterday for dinner and unfortunately, Bond 45 was very disappointing. Generally, entrees at restaurants on the waterfront of National Harbor run $10-15 above other restaurants of the same caliber due to the expensive rent. First off, I had to valet my car since it was a Friday night and there were no parallel spots to be found. The man was very rude and acted as if he was doing ME a favor by making me pay $10 to valet my car (warning: they do not carry change). A simple smile or 'thank-you' would have been nice. My large party of 14 was seated promptly. Due to the high prices, several of my friends opted to share dishes instead of ordering their own. As a result, we could tell that our waiter was upset (since he wouldn't be getting as high of a tip) and kept 'suggesting' that what we had ordered was not enough. However, I was hungry and decided to order the 'house special' lamb. LAMB OSSOBUCO PAPPERDELLE: this dish was huge (now I wished I had shared) and contained a braised lamb shank with pasta in red sauce and chunks of sausage. This wasn't bad because the lamb was fatty and tender. However, again, it was not worth $37 in my opinion... maybe something in the mid-$20's. My friends ordered the SHRIMP SCAMPI: it came with tomatoes and beans (NOT pasta!) which they believed was decent. The cocktail specials were pretty good; I tried the POMEGRANATE MOJITO which was strong, yet sweet. I would recommend it. Overall, sadly, I have yet to find a really good value place to eat near the harbor. Bond 45 is VERY EXPENSIVE (~$30+ for pasta, $50 for steak) and I believe that the service is hit or miss (especially for those that are younger- most of the restaurant's patrons were about 40+ years old). I will not come back!
(1)
Scott T.

Great wine selection. Steaks are middle of the road. I would expect more with the price point where it is. Nothing to brag about. Dining experience went as expected.
(3)
Kristine G.

Service and food delicious a must try if you are in the area. Portion size is quite adequate, left me stuff. I had the sea bass special my husband had the ribeye both delicious. I also had to try my favorite dessert tiramisu worth every bite!!!
(4)
Jon R.

Very nice place and the service was excellent. The entire staff was beyond friendly. I'm not sure the food was at good as the price, but still a very solid steak and a great overall experience.
(4)
Rich v.

Normally a fan of Bond 45, however, we went there the other night (Friday) and ordered Osobucco for the first time. Completely dried out. I couldn't believe they served it. Goes to show how serious they are/are not about the food coming out of the kitchen. We'll stick to the the easy stuff when we go in the future.
(3)
Stacey M.

NEVER AGAIN! I've heard plenty complaints about this restaurant but decided to make a decision on my own. From the moment my husband and I stepped in we were told that they couldn't accommodate us, a party of 2, because they had other reservations. But clearly there were open tables. We found 2 chairs at the bar and decided to eat there. Our bartenders seemed nice, but as the night continued they became uninterested or too busy to help us. Our food took 50 minutes to come out, and when it did you could tell it had sat under the kitchen heater for several minutes. My "corn pudding" was a complete pancake and mashed potatoes were crusted over. My husband and I were so hungry, we ate anyway. The manager did come over a apologize, so we decided to order desert and be on our way. When we asked for a menu, we were told to hold on by the bartender who NEVER came back to tell us there wasn't a menu. I had to walk over to a floor server to order and ask what was available, and the bartender never even came to apologize. Then it took another 15-20 minutes to even get what we ordered. Never have I received such poor service from any establishment. I never write comments or reviews but I was so pissed that I had to! Oh, please do not let me forget to mention that my meal gave me an upset stomach and slight food poisoning for the rest of the night!
(1)
Heather H.

Yum! This place is delicious and provides large portions. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly. Seating is a little tight, so you may get to know your neighbor better than anticipated. Highly recommend but be prepared to pay a pretty penny.
(4)
Ashley H.

While this location has a fabulous ambience and view, on January 1, New Year's Day, we went to dinner and were quite disappointed. We ordered the bone in filet medium rare... Came out medium. A $56 piece of meat should be cooked properly. We ordered a whole steamed lobster... it came out cooked correctly but with no tools to open it and eat it. WTF? I ran down our absent waitress and was able to get our hands on a nutcracker, but none of the other picks and forks that are typically accompanied with a whole lobster. This is an Italian steakhouse, but they really need to get some French champagne on the menu. They are Prosecco is really low-quality sticky sweet. Like my title says, I've been there twice before and it was much better. The restaurant was almost empty so maybe that is why the food was less than fabulous.
(3)
Peter H.

This restaurant is clearly a tourist trap with all the hotels and visitors to the area. Let me say that I wanted to visit this restaurant for a long-time. I enjoy Italian food and I like steak so during a visit I decided to check it out. During my visit I had the 20 oz Bone-in Ribeye. I must say that this was the worst steak I have ever eaten. It was prepared normally, but the meat was below average and the steak was not seasoned very well. This was an extreme disappointment given the cost of the food. Additionally I was somewhat disappointed with the limited number of sides. In this category there are many many restaurants that are great, but given the limited number of upscale restaurants in this area, their goal is to get people not willing to travel into the city to eat at a nice restaurant. Take my advice grab a cab, I did finish the steak. The only reason why... Because it was $50. Every bit I ate I hoped it would get better. Unfortunately it never did.
(1)
K M.

I went for my and another friend's birthday and decided to splurge. I stuck with seafood though. We ordered several apps to include oysters, calamari and duck sausage balls. Fabulous!! I ordered a 2lb crab stuffed lobster and it came out a little cold. The crab meat was fabulous but the lobster a little tough. My friends steaks were good though. Our server was awesome and he was attentive and didn't rush us as we stayed a little past closing. He served us baked cookies and ice cream for the bday ladies on the house. The price is what stood out to me the most. You'd expect these prices at other well known steak houses but sheesh! Almost $900 later for a party of 8 and we vowed to make this a once in a blue moon thing.
(3)
Brian A.

The internet is full of bad experiences, because not everyone gives appreciation but doesn't hesitate to show frustration. 9/6/2013 was the second time I've been here, and I'd come back again for a special occasion. The service was excellent (including before we arrived, I asked for a specific area, and it was available), they did not pressure us to order quickly nor did the waiter point to the most expensive bottle when asking what will go best for our dinner. The prosciutto and mozzarella platter was fantastic, served with massive but tasty beefsteak tomatoes. They were very accommodating after I proposed to my girlfriend, making the night much more memorable. Our fillets were cooked perfectly (we asked for and received "medium"), the bernaise sauce added a little bit to the great flavor of it. And the chocolate mousse tasted great for dessert. Be sure to check ahead for any events going on in the harbor; we nearly missed our reservations because pretty much the entire place was shut down and crawling with 5k runners that night. No fault of Bond 45's, but you would think the National Harbor would do better to accommodate both event participants and regular restaurant patrons equally. Overall, I will be back, and recommend to anyone who is looking for an upper-scale place for a celebration such as an anniversary.
(5)
Goretti D.

i only went here once and plan to go back on a special occasion. I enjoyed my meal and my fiance loved his. The whole experience and location was fantastic.
(5)
Matt E.

By far and away the best steak and lobster in town. Sides are all delicious and the service is second to none. We've been several times over the recent months and the manager there, Elle, has been absolutely terrific. She just knows how to treat customers and goes above and beyond enact time we visit.
(5)
Abe S.

Are you serious? Really? The host needs to take his job more seriously especially for the fact I come in there once a week and drop at least 200 bucks every visit! Asshole! Then he proceeds to tell me outside seating is full. Bullshit! Clearly mad seats available and I called him out and he told me he didnt want to have to move me inside, really dude?
(4)
Carol B.

Bond 45 reminds me of an F. Scott Fitzgerald novel. It tips it's hat to the past while keeping up with modernity. So many great things about this place, ranging from the good luck bust in the doorway (don't forget to rub it for good luck!), the attentive service, amazing location...but most of all...the fantastic and delicious cocktails! Their "prohibition cocktails" are all served in monster portions (in quaint teacups!) for extremely affordable prices. I got the Illegally Blonde cocktail (gin, elderflower, grapefruit juice, fresh lemon)...It was so amazing, I drank the whole teapot not realizing that my party wanted to share! I could tell from the lemon pulp in my cocktail that it was freshly made. It wasn't heavy at all and perfect for sipping in the warm breeze of the harbor. It was like a kiss of summer...wrapped in a gin overcoat. I also sampled the Hemingway...which was pretty strong (rum based cocktail). For fare, each table is served some cornucopia looking bread. Not too tasty, but it looked impressive. We also tried the fried shrimp and calamari and the steamed clams, shrimp and mussels. Both were quite tasty and wonderful for sharing. They've got a wonderful selection of prosciutto and mozzarella...this place seems to be perfect for meeting up with friends after work for happy hour...So glad that they have a location in NYC as well, because I can't wait to try Bond 45 again!
(4)
Janet J.

Excellent salmon and amazing steak. Cheesecake among the best. Make reservations as there will be a line.
(5)
Gerald H.

I came out to the National Harbor to try this steakhouse. The menu and ambiance was quite nice as it overlooks the bay. The menu prices are a bit pricey. The 20oz bone in ribeye was $49 and the parmesan asparagus was $12 (5 pieces). The food was prepared good and the service was attentive but this is a place you pay for the view. The outdoor seating can be great but keep in mind the sun beating down on you can be discomforting. Opt for the outdoor tables closer to the street or for a table after the sun sets.
(3)
Beth D.

$30 for lasagne....!!??? View was nice outside overlooking the harbor. Mozerella was amazing. Service, ehhh although waiter was nice. Not very attentive. Probably won't return. Shouldve gone across the street instead
(2)
Matt M.

Night started badly when arrived and was informed that they had done away with the valet parking. The service and the food were good but not for the price of the meal. Can say that I have eaten here now but I will not be back. Again, when spending almost 300 for a meal one should expect to at lease have valet service. Capital Grille, Morton's, or Ruth Chris offer better steaks with same price point. Disappointment!
(2)
Andrew B.

Unfortunately not the greatest of experiences. The service points were underwhelming and at $50 a steak you would expect more. This also was not befitting of what I found at their Manhattan location which I have frequented. Steak was over salted, however cooked perfectly. Prices on wine list had approximately a 20% higher markup than the norm.
(2)
Toya D.

**See pics** My first visit was in January 2010. I've been since then and my review just improves everytime. I"m so glad the "newness" didn't wear off, like some other National Harbor restaurants (who shall remain nameless...) Bond 45 is pricey, but well worth it. The perfect place to celebrate special, intimate occasion. I absolutely LOVE Bond 45! I've never had such great service and impeccable food at a MD restaurant. (sad to say...) The staff are all so well-mannered, genuinely friendly and knowledgeable of the menu (some are from the NY homebase). I was impressed from start (perhaps it was because they handed me chilled bubbly at 'hello'? Yeah, that could be it.) to finish (even coat check was a dream). I REALLY wish more establishments would follow suite. There's nothing worse than paying hard-earned money on crappy service/product. New York Steak: I'm usually not one to order steak, but I wanted to try something different. Plus, it smelled so good. This was truly "The Best Beef in the World". Consider me a fan. Dessert: As if the cocktails, appetizers and dinner weren't enough....Nosh on fresh baked chocolate chocolate chip cookies and chocolate pudding with a nice, creamy topping. Ohhhhlala! Honestly, I think its one of the best restaurants at the National Harbor. I give it ***** (5 stars) and 2 thumbs up, across the board: Service - Food - Ambiance. It was all, well...perfect.
(5)
Thomas O.

Everything from the service to the plain overpriced food made this restaurant very poor. I would NOT recommended this place to anyone.
(1)
Megs T.

I am updating this to give a solid 5 stars for the STEAKS at Bond 45. I went here and ate at the bar one night and was unimpressed with everything except for my 20 oz Ribeye. But the Ribeye??? It. was.impressive. The menu here is disgustingly and painfully overpriced. But--the price-tag for the steaks ONLY are worth it. Only come here if you are truly serious about steaks. The quality of the meat is head and shoulders above a Ruth's Chris or Mortons. The steaks I've had from here are among the best I've had anywhere!
(5)
Andrew D.

Great service. Nice atmosphere (sat outside). Had the dry aged NY strip steak - pricey, tender (as expected) and enough salty seasoning that i wanted to drain Lake Superior...thumbs down....
(2)
Ryan D.

We had New Years Eve dinner at Bond 45 last night -- simply a wonderful experience. The staff was extremely friendly; every waiter, bus boy, bartender we passed as we walked through the restaurant wished us a Happy New Year. Yes, it's the thing to say on New Years Eve, but the fact that we were greeted by each staff person without fail was notable. We really enjoyed some of the prohibition-inspired drinks and the mozzarella app. The cheese and the tomatoes were very high quality. The bread was also excellent. I've read some reviewers complain about the price, but I've been to many restaurants with comparable prices; rarely do I receive the quality of food that we were served at Bond 45. I ordered the 16oz bone-in Filet; it was perfectly cooked and the marbling of the steak was absolutely amazing. I've had this cut dozens of times before at other restaurants -- Bond 45's was out of this world. We also enjoyed the friend artichoke and asparagus side dishes which were very good as well. A couple of other things to note: we accidentally showed up 30 minutes before our reservation (I had mixed up the time), and they were happy to seat us when we arrived. Also, we told them that we were in no hurry and wanted to spend some time having cocktails before our meal. There was never any pressure on us to order quickly. We had a nice long and enjoyable dinner with friends. ... and then the cookies arrived. I would have loved to have entertained dessert at Bond 45, but they brought around a cookie sheet full of freshly baked cookies. Of course they were outstanding, but none of us had the courage to even look at the dessert menu after that -- we'll have to save that for next time. Be prepared to lay out some money to go here but you don't need a review to tell you that -- that's why it has $$$$. This place is expensive, but it is well worth it! ------ One more note: the valet is $10, but that price wasn't posted. I'm not going to hold that against the restaurant, but it is something that I would have liked to have known just for informational purposes.
(5)
Jennifer P.

Greeted by everyone. Wish I had seen the steak selection window, would've seen most options were fatty. Sorta disappointed with the price we paid and the quality of meat. Cookies at the end were nice, just presented wrong(brought out cookie sheet). And they weren't even warm.
(2)
Elated J.

FiancÃ© and I went here for the first time last night. I thought everything was great, EXCEPT our waiter! Why are they in such a rush? The waiter at the next table dropped drinks all over everyone...ours never even brought out the dessert displays and failed to even give us a comprehensive "verbal" listing of the available desserts. When we asked why he didn't/missed options, he said "I told you everything and there isn't any chocolate mousse." I said well the table behind just ordered some lol This restaurant needs service to match the atmosphere...we don't mind the price, because that's how we usually eat out. But at least give us good service!
(3)
Phil C.

They have GOT to be kidding. This is a restaurant that charges $47 for a just-okay steak that comes with nothing else, then expects you to pay $12 for a side of broccoli or asparagus, or $16 for fried artichokes... and even pay an EXTRA four bucks for the sauce on the steak. Add even one bottle of wine and you're looking at an easy $400 for a meal for four people (without tip). Oh, and for good measure throw in a waiter who pushes you to buy overpriced appetizers right after you've sat down. I am not a cheap or unsophisticated diner; my wife and I travel extensively internationally and we've eaten very well in restaurants from Italy to Australia. I don't mind paying top dollar for good food. But for $400 I expect a meal that's not just exceptional, but truly memorable. But Bond 45 is part of a plague on the current American restaurant scene: that of absurdly overpriced establishments that are utterly mediocre and forgettable, and which are presumably patronized by people who think that if they're paying this much for a meal, it must - by some bizarre trick of alchemy - be great. Please, don't encourage this kind of nonsense - save your money and go to your local unpretentious neighborhood joint instead.
(1)
A P.

Business or pleasure - a must go! The service at Bond 45 is exceptional and the food is delicious. Everyone's dinner was accurate, served together and delicious!! The dessert trio - red velvet cake, cheesecake, and coconut cake (IMO, the best one of the trio) - was the perfect dessert to end our dinner.
(5)
Kim S.

A little pricey. Actually, a lot pricey! Dinner for 11 for my cousins birthday. My steak was just ok but cooked nicely. My husband had double cut pork chops and though he asked them to be well done they were not. The sides are shareable. 18% gratuity added to 6 or more. My husband and I spent $165 for our meal: Steak Chops 2 house salads 1 side of potatoes 2 tap beers (Stella) 1 coke Seriously, we shoulda gone to Ruth's Chris where the steaks actually melt in your mouth and the portion sizes are bigger - but hey this is where the birthday girl wanted to go. We were very grateful that the server/mgmt allowed separate checks. After dinner a server came to the table with a big cookie sheet of chocolate chip cookies. They were tasty BUT! I really wonder how many people accidentally touch more than one cookie? Hmmm... I took mine from the edge! Cotton candy and gelato for the birthday girl... Loved it! I wouldn't go back again unless someone else was footing the bill.
(3)
Steve D.

Really great. Initially, the maÃ®tre d' seemed annoyed that we didn't want the table he brought us to (we preferred a booth), but this moment pales in comparison to everything else we experienced... The burrata-mozerella/prosciutto was AMAZING. My wife and I shared the 20 oz ribeye which was as tasty as it gets. The homemade strawberry cheesecake was the best we've ever had. Our server, Gorn, and his support staff were super attentive and friendly. They did a great job, overall.
(5)
G S.

This place is outstanding in all respects. The food was amazing, the service from Rebecca was superb. We had the strip steak with a bunch of extras, olive appetizer, salad and side dishes. I cannot say enough good things about Bond 45. Bond 45 is among the very best steakhouses in the national capital region. I highly recommended it. Go now!
(5)
Daniel S.

Bond 45 is appealing in terms of its inviting visual appeal with its dark wood, tile floors, and displays of the cuts of meat. We were greeted by a classless, annoying and condescending hustler who led me and my work colleague to a table. This semi circular booth was in a back room of the restaurant that faced west and was near the kitchen entrance. Facing west at sunset, we needed sunglasses or to move seats to be comfortable. Since no wait staff or our exceptional greeter was around to help us, we switched to one of many nearby empty tables. WHOA ! Our cheesy greeter pounced on us " Hey! Fellas, you gotta get outta that table. You can't sit there. That's reserved for a regular " Thanks for letting us know that we aren't valued customers. If I was alone, I would have left immediately after this scolding by this mental midget. We ordered a fennel sausage appetizer and a grilled beet salad with arugula and Gorgonzola. The salad was good and my colleague said the sausage was very good. Dinner for me was grilled pork chops. After passing by display cases filled with thick slabs of meat, I had visions of two super thick chops big enough for Fred Flinstones. When I got my pork chops, I felt like Charlie Brown on Halloween. I got two, ordinary, supermarket cut size chops. They were properly cooked and of good quality but, for almost 40 bucks....very disappointing. One of their gimmicks is to serve king size popovers. I love popovers fresh from the oven or even re heated. These were room temp and not even reheated. Another Charlie Brown moment. So, considering the rude, callous, classless treatment, the ordinary portion sizes and cold popovers what kind of experience was this? Let's see...two appetizers, two entrees, and 4 drinks priceless? No, $190.00.
(2)
Marshall M.

Just ate there today and I really wasn't impressed at all. FIrst of all the service was more like a one star. Sat down at my table waitress came over asked me what I wanted for a drink and I asked for a glass of water. I didn't get that until 20 minutes later. Also, being that this was my first time eating here when I was asking questions about certain items it seemed like she was uninterested in explaining the menu. But getting to the food I ended up ordering the stuffed lobster 2lb at $32 or $34 dollars a pound. It's suppose to be there main hit dish. Once it came out the appearance was very nice but I'm foodie and I can careless about the appearance but the taste of the food. All I can say is I've had better lobster at Outback and the stuffed crab cake wasn't a hit at all. In addition, I ordered the mac and cheese and can say it's ok nothing to brag about or to come back for seconds. Over all I won't be coming back here again.
(2)
Neil O.

I dined here with a colleague while on business at the nearby Gaylord Hotel. The atmosphere was pleasant and the servers polite, but the food was fair to poor. The "Special" that I ordered, the Jumbo Crab Steak, was stale in flavor, making the entree price even harder to swallow. I would have returned the dish - something I have done only one before at any restaurant - but did not want to stretch out the experience or inconvenience my colleague. I think there are better choices in this town, and do not recommend this place.
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Red P.

I had the opportunity to be part of the team representing our company at a large trade show in Washington DC. It didn't take much arm twisting since I love this town! The show was at the Gaylord National Harbor and I had several spectacular meals there but needed to stretch my legs and see what else was in the area. After an afternoon at the American History Museum I decided to venture closer to the hotel for dinner. I stumbled right into Bond45 and it was exactly what I was looking for. The National Harbor area is surrounded by hotels, shops and restraunts. After passing a few ordinary spots I thought it looked interesting so I ventured in. It was warm. lively and inviting so I grabbed my spot at the bar and ordered a vodka. I needed to wind down after a busy weekend working so I enjoyed the scenery and took my time. My server Brandon was delightful and the service he provided is why I enjoy dining at the bar. When you are eating alone the bar gives you an entertaining and inside view to the guests and the staff. Unless it is overly crowded and people are pushing their way into my space I always choose the bar. Everyone was very friendly and the atmosphere was upscale but relaxed. Bond45 is identified as an italian steakhouse so the menu was very enticing to me. My last two nights in the National Harbor I dined on amazing steaks so tonight I knew I wanted something else. I started with the house made Burrato mozzarella caprese. It is not a great season for tomatoes but the mozzarella totally made this appetizer. I could have selected the incredible lasagna or meatballs but opted for the gilled double cut pork chop. The pork chop is always a favorite of mine and tonight did not disappoint. Brandon offered that If I didn't like it, he would eat so I thought that was a good testimony to the dish. It was a huge bone in chop topped with pickled onion and peppers with a nice shot of heat. Not sure what gave it the fire but it was just right. The only thing I would have changed was to order it medium, versus the recommended medium well. It did not detract from my culinary delight though and I dug right in. The bread selection was a nice big popover and tasty faccoia bread and I did not resist. I have added this to my "must visit" list next time I am in the area. I think you will enjoy it too! Red Pearl .
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Chris V.

Mediocrity at nosebleed prices. We were tired of waiting for Rosa Mexicana and stumbled into it (next door), never again. Greasy food for absurd prices. Not a good value. Nice venue though.
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josh w.

Bond 45 Well I have to say I had a dreadful experience at Bond 45 tonight. Once again the issue I had with this restaurant is that if I am going to pay close to $200 for a 2 person meal you better get things right. Things got off on the wrong foot as soon as I got in. They tried to get cute by eliminating the host stand. The problem is when we walked in there was no host to greet us so we had no idea where to go. We ended up walking into the dining room to get help as we had no idea where we were supposed to check in. The next issue I had was that the tables are crammed in way too tight. Don't get me wrong, I'm used to small places but this was silly. We had to completely move our table mid meal to let the people next to us out. At $15 a meal place no big deal, not at this price point. The menu was ok. I was disappointed with the limited soup on offer as well as the sides offered with the steak. Again very limited. I had the rib eye steak and it was very forgettable. Both me and my buddy had the same thing but his cut was almost 1/3 larger. It kinda ticked me off. What's worse he ordered medium well and it was served medium rare so the steak was returned. I ended up finishing before his meal was even returned. Again very annoying. There were other minor things that annoyed me. No pepper on the table. I understand that they want the server to supply high quality pepper but why not just put a grinder on the table? The server was great but someone could teach the bus boys courtesy as I was almost bowled over by a bus boy on a mission. Another minor annoyance was that the wifi was garbage. Very slow. If you are going to put wifi in a restaurant at least put in a router that can handle multiple users. Note to Bond 45. You cannot buy this at Best Buy. One final annoyance is that the water glasses are to cute and small. It seemed I was always trying to ration my water. Finally don't be fooled by the high price and National Harbor address. This place was very very casual (jeans, tee shirt people talking on cell phones) you get a much better experience at Old Hickory Steakhouse at the Gaylord hotel. Stay away from this place.
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Tamika M.

I found the food at this restaurant to be overpriced and not very tasty. I was here a couple of years ago and I can't remember what I ordered but it wasn't good. In fact, I was here for dinner with three of my girlfriends and no one was especially pleased with their expensive entree. I haven't been back.
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Chris O.

This place looks awesome. Decor, atmosphere well done. There was a 30 minute wait when we ( a party of 4, 1 a current bartender and one veteran of food service with our dates) went. But the bartenders were so nonchalant about their service it was down right rude. I frequent many restaurant every year and I can't think of a place where I was treated worse. The bar wasnt even busy. Bartenders took 20 minutes to take our initial drink order, because they were too busy chatting up the waitresses, texting and drinking their own drinks. 4/13/14. I will never return to this restaurant. The 45 in the name is what they deserve as a score or of 100 and that was only because of the decor. The hostesses on the other hand were quite nice. Don't waste your money or your time.
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Jay B.

First off, I hardly ever write reviews on any restaurants. This is only my 2nd review ever. My wife and I are NEVER people to complain or send back food, we just deal with it. But after going to this place last night, I realized I have to warn others. We forgot to make reservations, so we took a shot in the dark and went in anyway. We found 2 seats at the bar, in the corner, which was great for "people watching". We both ordered drinks...beer and wine...so there was nothing magical or special about it. But the food was another story. For starters, we shared the Fried Shrimp and Calamari. Bland, boring, not much flavor at all. The shrimp was not fresh by any means, and the calamari was rubber. We then decided to split an 8oz Filet Mignon and get the Roasted Potatoes and Vinegar Peppers. I think that choice was a safe one....considering you can't really screw up steak and potatoes. Somehow they figured out how to. If I'm paying $39 for an 8oz Filet, and ask me how I want it prepared....why would you cook it differently? What was the point of asking me? We asked for medium, it came out medium well. After reading other reviews, MANY others had the same problem. I've had a much better steak at Longhorn. The potatoes were pretty good, but it was very hard to get over the over- powering taste of jalapenos. Here is a breakdown of what we got and paid for. 2 22oz beers 2 Glasses of wine Fried Shrimp and Calamari 8oz Filet Mignon Roasted Potatoes and Vinegar Peppers Bread (It was free, and by far the best part of the horrible meal) Total after taxes and before tip was $103. For the little bit that we got, and the bad taste of it, that price shocked me. We have eaten at high end steakhouses and average chain restaurants. So we are no strangers to both, but save your money. Don't waste your time and money with this place. Needless to say, we won't be back.
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Michelle B.

This place is probably the best dining experience that I have had at the Washington Harbor. Upon arrival, the service was very good and attentive. I went on a Saturday evening without a reservation and got a table immediately. I ordered a cocktail that was very tasty and the crab cake entree. Everything tasted good. The prices are a little higher than a typical restaurant...but you would know that upon arrival. Bond 45 is perfect for a special night out overlooking the water. My only complaint is that the kitchen is located in the middle of the restaurant. The open concept is cool and everything, but I don't like feeling like I'm walking through the kitchen to go to the bathroom.
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Kevin G.

While pricey, the service and food was comparable to other high end restaurants where I've had the pleasure of dining. With that said, while our experience was very good, friends had less than stellar comments to share from their visit the following evening. For the price, I would expect greater consistency. We started with the prosciutto and mozzarella appetizer. The tomatoes were as good as any I've had this year. The popovers were perfect and could have been a meal. I had the bone-in ribeye. It came cooked as ordered. The asparagus parmigiana was a little bland, but that is my only complaint. Too full for dessert.
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April S.

I love Bond 45 and all their staff. I recently got married and had a small lunch reception there. I must say it is a perfect place for private events. We were running late from the wedding so I called them to say we were on our way. It was no problem. When my husband and I walked in (clearly stressed), our event coordinator offered us a much needed drink. That was very nice. Once our party came in to be seated, the food started coming in. I was amazed of the quality, taste....everything was delicious. The waiters were soooo nice. All in all, I would have to argue that Bond 45 is one of the best restaurant at the National Harbor! A must see if you are ever visiting down there.
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Anthony C.

We have gone twice, and had a great meal both times. It is expensive, but no more than Rays or other streak houses. Their steaks are very tender, even for someone like me who likes his steak med-well. The bread is a little weird, but good. They bring fresh cookies around after your meal. The staff is very attentive--once it was packed and the other time empty and they took care of us both times.
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Nicole L.

We took a water taxi from Alexandria to the National Harbor. It was a beautiful day many people were out. There were a few restaurants with outdoor seating they were all packed. Bond 45 had a nice patio but was not mad packed. We ordered a couple of mojitos while we waited for a patio table. The restaurant was a Italian style steak house. The inside looked nice but we didnt have high expectations of chain restaurants. The service was great! We waited 20 minutes and were seated at the patio it was a nice spot. So foodwise there were some pasta, buffalo mozzarella etc but the focus was the steaks. I ordered a 14 oz 28 day aged NY strip and my fiance had the chicken. The chicken had a nice char outside and very moist inside. It was very tasty! My steak too had a beautiful crusted char outside and perfect medium rare it was a very delicious steak. I was very impressed with the quality of the food. Bond 45 didnt disappoint.
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Veruca S.

Overpriced food and flavorless. Overall very blahhhh....The lobster bisque soup was good, that was it.
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Zachary P.

We sat outside and the weather and view were the only highlights. The service was terrible. At one point, we had to send someone in to ask the manager where the waiters went. Even then, things didn't improve. There was not a single table outside that was remotely happy. The food was C quality for A+ prices. I am not sure how places like this stay open, other than the convenience of the location.
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Greg P.

This place is ok but not great. I ate with several people and all the meals were ok nothing was great. I had the double cut pork chop. It had a really heavy lemon taste. The atmosphere is great they just need to step up their game on the food.
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Jack S.

Good location. Decent food, but you don't get value for your money unless you REALLY like the view. Basically, overpriced if you ask me.
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Jeff S.

Food was good but not worth the money. I have had better for a lot less $$
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Courtney R.

I had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant last night for a friend's 21st birthday. Although I arrived late, I was greeted with complimentary champagne. Not sure where the hook up came into play, but for a party of ten and 2 free bottles- great start. I tried the calamari and shrimp- really just the pepper and it was good. The bread was cold (due to the late arrival) but that olive oil and herb concoction made up for it. I had yellowfin tuna cooked med rare and it was absolutely delicious. The flavor was amazing. The bed of potato wedges it sits on...eh. I think I would have preferred some type of bed green like arugula salad with something crunchy. The birthday girl was treated to a cotton candy sundae. Yum! They also brought complimentary vanilla and chocolate mousse to the table. Man oh man, scrumptious. If you bring your own birthday dessert, they will charge you $3/plate. Overall I won't complain. People were friendly, the servers were professional yet loose and the experience was cool. I would definitely come back to try a ribeye and their charcuterie.
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Terry P.

Over Rated, Over Priced, and Under Cooked. I never complain about the cost of a meal if the food is equal to the bill. But for a $95 lunch we received a under cooked filet and a chop that was a brick. Best item that came to the table was the salad. If your going to have prices that compare to places like Ruth Chris or Morton's or even Capital Grille you better have the the food to back it up.
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Arlene G.

Amazed at the not good reviews. Just had an amazing quiet dinner with my little family and was waited on with great care by a waiter who absolutely doted on us (and especially my 5 year old). This little family will be back! Thank you Bond 45!
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G B.

Great food and atmosphere. A bit pricey but worth it for a special occasion. I recommend it when you visit National Harbor!
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Stacey G.

I have been here a few times including this past June and just getting around to posting a review. Booked a table for 3 on Yelp, greeted immediately and sat at a table. The restaurant itself is beautiful and rustic with an open kitchen. On this visit the waiter was pleasant, attentive and very knowledgeable. The food was on point all steaks were cooked perfectly (2 filets rare and a medium porterhouse) the polenta is the best I have ever had. The manager also stopped by to ask how everything was. My only minor complaint is that the complimentary popovers were slightly burnt. And yes this place is expensive but FYI if you decide to eat at the harbor is going to be expensive.
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Lynn J.

Underwhelmed and overpriced. Came for a company dinner spent a lot of money - food was decent but the service was not as attentive it should be for a restaurant this expensive. My water and wine were not refilled the entire evening! It seems to me Bond 45 has a mixed identity, trying to be a Buca di Beppo type place, but the McCormick and Schmick's pricing and menu. After we ordered our steaks, side salads, the waiter walked out with a cookie sheet full of cookies -hands them out at our table off the tray - very tacky. There's hope for the restaurant -- but suggest a branding consultation.
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Shawn B.

We were in the outdoor area for drinks. Customers had to order drinks in the indoor bar and take them out on their own. No problem. I notice a server bringing plates and silverware out to the table next to us. I went to the bar to order food. Server 1 says I can order but I have to come back inside to get the food to take back outside. I said i noticed the table next to us getting plates and silverware. Server 2, the one who brought out the plates to the table next to us, tells me with attitude that the outdoor area is technically closed. I kind of look at her to process this. She repeats that the outdoor area is technically closed and that the patrons next to us have to come back in to get their food. Fine. I decide not to order and go back outside. The next thing I know, server one is bringing food out to the table next to us. I confront him on this. He says they made the cutoff time for food. Huh? So, the outdoor area is technically closed, I was told the table next to us had to retrieve their own food, yet the table was served because they met the cutoff time. If they had a consistent story, I wouldn't be complaining. From other reviews here about the service here, it seems this place has some issues.
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Barbara B.

Absolutely disgusting and overpriced for horrible food..I had the so called Sea Bass special which came out as a Paper thin fillet, much thinner than a flounder fillet...I asked if they filleted their own fish and the waitress said yes...Well, I can tell you that Sea bass is a nice thick fillet..The sauce on it was disgusting and tasted like pure lemon extract..My wife ordered the 12 Ounce fillet with Burnaise , which was the only reason she ordered it since most restaurants don't offer bournaise .. The burnaise was also absolutely disgusting as it was like water and tasted like the so called chef had squeezed an entire lemon into it???When we told the waitress, you can tell she could care less about our dissatisfaction...I would find someplace else to go...Explains why another place we tried to get in had a 2 hour wait and this place had a 10 minute wait!! Wish I had yelped it before we walked in!
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Steven W.

If you've ever wanted the sensation of going to Applebees and spending $45 on a steak...Bond 45 is your place! This is the second time I have been to a restaurant by Fireman Hospitality, the owner of Bond 45, and I think I have cracked the corporate formula...One part nice atmosphere in a great location, one part average to below average service (though always friendly!), one part edible food with a twist of HOLY CRAP that costs WAY TOO MUCH to taste that AVERAGE! Whether shaken or stirred both lead to nausea upon getting the check. I have nothing else to say.
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Candace C.

Our visit to Bond 45 was quite disappointing overall. We had a snooty waiter who did little to make us feel welcome, despite asking if it was our first time dining at the restaurant. The food is over-priced (way over-priced) and underwhelming. Our seafood appetizer (a specialty) of steamed clams, spring and PEI mussels was hardly enough for one, much less to share, for $18.00. The focaccia bread is very good. By far the best part of Bond 45 is the sturdy containers used to pack up your leftovers! I'll be reusing mine in an attempt to get a bit more out of the hefty bill for the lackluster dinner.
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John G.

I was really disappointed with Bond 45. We went for Restaurant Week in National Harbor, and we probably wont be back. Most places use this as a chance to bring customers in and build a following, So, lets start at the begining..... Wait Service was ok, nothing special, very rushed NO KIDS MENU......REALLY???????? Apps were pretty good....Hard to mess up though....Table split between the soup and the Mozzerella with Tomatoes/Basil/Olive Oil....Pretty good, they give you a big piece of bread....Probably the best part of the dinner Main Course was really disappointing....6 y,o, got Potatoes (Nothing else under $30 that he would want to eat.) I got the Pasta with Clams and Mussels...Pretty good, pasta done perfect al dente. Not a huge serving for price Friend got the Chicken Parmagian.....WAS HUGE!!! Could have cut in half and served with spaghetti in my opinion or with a veggie. Tasted good, and was probably the best thing that came to the table. Then it went downhill....For a steakhouse, the Hanger Steak was terrible in my opinion. I have had A LOT of cuts of beef in my life and when I bit into my wifes steak, I was not impressed at all!! It was done to perfect medium, so its not like it was incorrectly prepared.....I tried another bite to make sure it wasnt just hers...And it was not any different. It was like brisket on the outside, jerkey on the inside, if that makes sense. Desert was restricted and not anything special...Chocolate Chip cookie was actually better for me. Overall, if I had paid full price for the meal and it came out in that way, I would have asked for a manager. It was $35.11 for the 3 course, so I am not going to make a scene....I just wont go back. I was really surprised with the lack of options and value....I guess maybe they feel secure in their current status. If thats the case, they should do the public a favor and not participate in Restaurant Week, because they are only making themselves look worse.
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Lauren F.

Great service, we were greeted by every staff member as we walked in. The food was very good. They have a very good/interesting selection of different types of mozzarella which was cool and different. The menu was diverse. I got lobster mac and cheese - the lobster was delicious, macaroni was solid. Bond 45 is on the expensive side but it's definitely a great atmosphere and solid food.
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Sinni L.

I highly recommend the aged steaks. I am a purist on would recommend no toppings. The seafood pasta with lobster tail is an inconvenience to eat (it is hard to crack open the claw and cut into the lobster). Their cocktails is amazing and I would definitely come back for the Illegal Blonde & Bond 45 Washingtonian. I am hooked, not too pricy. For 4 ppl we spent close to $250 which is not bad at all.
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Jennifer P.

A friend of mine used to joke, when something was overpriced, "for that amount of money, it should have sex with you." $87 for two beers, a wine, a salad and an appetizer, tax and tip. Was it good for me, at least? NOPE. Bond 45 screws you in more of a prison rape sort of way. Small bowl of ceasar salad. $10. Unexceptional, with bottled dressing. Steamed shrimp, mussels, and clams in broth. $19. Overcooked, grainy shrimp, mussels were, eh, mussels, and most of my (small) clams didn't open. The brought me more...the exact number that didn't open, no more, no less, on a bread plate...here's your stinkin' clams, lady. But I really have to tell you about dessert. Some of my dinner companions wanted dessert for some insane reason and they decided that they wanted to have the "bucket o' chocolate mousse". If you have your choice between a bucket o' fried chicken and a bucket o'chocolate mousse from Bond 45, pick the Colonel. There are probably fewer unnatural ingredients in the KFC and it actually kinda tastes good, unlike the mousse. My food snob friend asked the waitress how quickly the mousse melted and she said the chef said it started to melt within 2-3 minutes on the plate. WTF, food snob friend? "Well, that's how you find out if it's real chocolate mousse or just flavored Cool Whip". The chef lied....That mousse sat there for a good 30 minutes with no sign of disintegration...The mousse ended up being "on the house"--we didn't even complain, they just knew we were onto them. If Gordon Ramsey came in, he'd start going bananas and screaming about how the kitchen is serving up "absolute shit" or something to that effect. The whole dinner was slop. Oh, and a random note on the decor: what's with the bare ass at the front door that you're supposed to rub for good luck? Maybe it's supposed to represent foreplay for the home run they're going to do on you. If you have $100 (or $200 if you're taking a date) burning a hole in your pocket and you're thinking about coming here, consider yourself warned.
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Layla L.

Meh, it wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. The orange fennel melon salad was ok, I was surprised that it was spicy (I like spicy, but for those who don't consider this your only warning). I had the red snapper with tomatoes and potatoes in a clay pot... fish was a little fishy in some parts and the dish was somewhat lacking in flavor. Had a bite of my uncle's filet mignon which was good, but filet is pretty hard to do wrong. The parmesan potatoes were disappointing chunks of very dry home fries with a little parm. sprinkled on top. The service was, as my uncle said "Well intentioned but unable"... meaning she forgot everything- bread (popovers!), ice, drinks, other requested items etc... she was nice but it got to the point where her forgetfulness was annoying. (It was also really cold in the place.) I wouldn't go back, it's too expensive for average food.
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Clarence J.

Great, elegant atmosphere and good food. Definitely expensive. And don't be fooled by the atmosphere -- just as many people eat here in shorts and t-shirts as in dress clothes; the staff is completely comfortable with this (or at least appears to be) and seems to treat everyone equally, which is nice. Speaking of the staff, they all seem knowledgeable and friendly; I've been particularly entertained by the bartenders (especially on Fridays), who're full of life and can give the long bar a comfortable, fun, welcoming aura. I'd like to give Bond 45 a 4 based on the staff and atmosphere, but for the food I'm lowering my rating to a 3 for now. (Please do not assume this means I'm giving the food a 2 and therefore averaging the 3! I'm just going with the 3 rating for the food and, since that's such a huge part of the restaurant, deciding that'll be my overall perspective.) It is very good...but I always feel like something's missing from it but I haven't yet put my finger on what that is. Maybe it's simply be a matter of this not matching my taste in food? Drinks-wise, the wine list is extensive, both by the glass and by the bottle. There're also a decent number of specialty cocktails and a relatively standard selection of beers. One note: the bellini is very unimpressive -- although this may be because I'm used to them frozen and the flavors in this one just didn't work at room temperature.
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Rob B.

We had our company Christmas party here and I think they did a great job with a large group. The service was attentive and expeditious. We had a set menu so I can't really comment to the menu. The steaks were good, as well the ossobucco, the crab steak, a large oval cake, was o.k. but I am a Bay boy and am hard to please when it comes to a MD crab cake. We were served a huge popover and salad, though a bread plate would have been appreciated for the popover. Dessert was a combo of tiramisu (nice), profiterole (soggy) and chocolate topped panettone (skipped it) The setting was very nice, I would like to go back and really give the menu a run.
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Dianne M.

Reasonably good restaurant. The filet mignon was flavorful and while mine was cooked to the right temperature, my friends was over cooked. They did provide her with a replacement, but this types of things detract from the experience. They served popovers, which were a bit tough and over cooked to my liking. The side dishes were good, but no creamed spinach... A significant oversight for a steak restaraunt. While we did not have dessert we thought it strange that the dessert presentation considered of placing two whole cakes on the table and talking to the four different options. Prices were typical of a steak restaraunt.
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Bee B.

Mom didn't feel like cooking Thanksgiving dinner this year so we came here instead. Let's just say it was an interesting dinner experience. We had reservations at 3:30, kinda early so the restaurant was empty. There were 5 of us and they had a special five-course menu for the day for roughly $70/a head. As I wasn't paying, I wasn't too bothered but DID at least expect some epic deliciousness to come my way. What followed was a bit hit or miss, and not at all worth the steep price. But ah well, it was still nice to spend time with family blah blah. Ambiance: Nice, warm, welcoming. We sat in a booth and I didn't feel cramped at all. They also have sweet ass bathrooms (random, yes, but important). Service: Everyone was super nice and knowledgeable about their wines, which helped. Now for the food. This was the most hit/miss part of the dinner. First course: Popover/Turnover rolls. Very thick crust outside and like a warm, hollow center. Kinda funny shaped. Good flavor but waaaay too big. They were like the size of Hulk mitts. Sorta nibbled through these. Second: Salad/Soup. Mom & I got an amazing salad, with a light vinaigrette dressing, mixed greens, and candied almonds. So good, nice use of the salty/sweet. Dad/Bro/Uncle got the clam chowder, found it yummy but not the best they've had. I tasted it, could have had a bit more seafood imo. Third: Lobster risotto. This came served hot in a pumpkin gourd. A for presentation. Also A for taste. Very creamy, light and decadent. Definitely left us wanting more. I sorta wished that this was the entree. Entree: Ugh. So here's where it goes south. The options were: fish (red snapper), poultry(turkey) or red meat (lamb shanks). Mom got the snapper, Uncle/Bro/I got the lamb and Dad made the smart decision to get the turkey. Mom's snapper was so-so. Kinda blah. Dad's turkey came with sweet potatoes, gravy, and cranberry sauce. It looked amazing. We all steered clear because we were worried that the turkey would be dry, as it has a tendency to be. Plus, we figured that with this being a pretty decent steakhouse, that the lamb would be amazeballs. Well, it wasn't. It fucking sucked. Yes, that's right. It. Fucking. Sucked. It tasted like bland ass roast beef with shitty gravy. The green beans it came with could have been from a can. The creamy polenta was laughable. An utter and total disappointment, considering the supposed caliber of the restaurant. We didn't even get to choose how we wanted it cooked, which should have been a giveaway. Ugh. Thinking about it makes me sad. Let's move onto dessert. Finalllllll Course: So our dessert options were: chocolate mousse, pecan pie, and maybe pumpkin pie? I don't remember. Anywho, Bro and I got the chocolate mousse. Mom/Dad/Uncle got the pecan pie. The pies came in these little individual tart-sized portions. I tried some, they were actually pretty good. The pecans were crunchy but the inside of the pie was soft and chewy. Nice juxtaposition. The flavors weren't too shabby either. The mousse. Oh, the mousse. I could write a sonnet about how good it was. Anything to make me temporarily forget the taste of shitty roast-beef-lamb is good in my book. They even had freshly whipped cream to accompany it. Awwyeahh. The dessert also came with bubbly, which made me happy. Champagne never fails to put a smile on mah face. As for vino, and you know there was lots of that, we had two bottles of a cabernet sauvignon/merlot blend. Pretty delish, Mom loved it to the point of beginning to overshare about her/Dad's noctural activities. Oy vey indeed. Overall not too bad. The entree was epic fail sauce so if they would fix this or if I went for the regular menu, maybe I wouldn't have been so saddened. It just seemed like such a cocktease to have pretty good food lead up to a shitastic entree. But c'est la vie. Gobble gooble!
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Revani G.

This place is a little overpriced and they overcooked my steak (they did correct this quickly). We also ordered one other dish (I think it was veal chop) that I thought was a little salty and strange. The sides were good, especially the polenta, but everything is purchased separately. Also note that one of their appetizers (we ordered shrimp) is enough for the whole table to share as an appetizer and it is not just for two people like they will lead you to believe. It was a friends birthday so they brought us champagne and cotton candy which was nice. I think the service was great, but I felt as though the set up was something I would find in a typical 3 star restaurant, especially with all the people in jeans and sneakers. It was rather busy on the day that we went too which meant for a very noisy dining experience. The waiters and staff are very nice, but something just didn't feel right at this place. This makes me a little wary of the other restaurants at the national harbor.
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Rita Davis P.

BOND 45 has very good food and excellent service. Beware, as in my experience, many suggested dishes ("Ah...asparagus is good to have with steak.") and many surprises (an unsolicited, open bottle of champagne, cookies, and after dinner liquor) appear both at the table and then on the bill.
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Vanessa R.

Can't say I was too impresses with the place. My family and I were looking for a place to eat some good Italian food (judging by the use of italian language on the window menu, we assumed there'd be a good amount of Italian food). So we walked in only to wait around for a host to attend to us. There is a cool statue on the wall where one can rub a woman's arse for good luck. Photo worthy. To make my review short and sweet, the food was not worth the price. The portions were good sizes for what I think a dinner should be, but when they run out of guitar pasta and sub in spaghetti (the one of two pasta dishes on their menu) and it ends up tasting like oil and spaghetti--or forgetting to put the sauce on--it really kills what could have been a good review. Also, just like another review on here, they did wait awhile to bring out the bread. The service is what killed me on this one, and the lack of pasta was the closer. Thank god the calamari made it somewhat enjoyable, and the view of the Christmas tree outside.
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Brian T.

Just came back to National Harbor last night for early Xmas festivities and ate at Bond 45 again. What a different experience this time around. The food was not good and the service was HORRIBLE! We waited sooo long for a table when there were open ones we saw. Took so long to get drinks and the entrees. We were speaking to one of the servers and asked if there were new ownership or something. He said they had gotten a new chef a few months back and that they had gotten a new manager or something. Well that explains it!!!! We will not be coming back here again unfortunately.
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Kris C.

Don't understand the low ratings and the pickiness about the food. We loved it. My husbands filet mignon was the BEST he has ever eaten. My salmon was okay. Between you and me, ha!, my husbands salmon is SO much better, but it wasn't bad. This place is on the pricey side but they are ALL expensive so it's not just here. I didn't like the unisex bathroom. No sign of Men/Women. Just 2 doors. And I open one, and each one is it's own toilet but the thought of MEN also using it. Gross! Also seating was not comfortable. Literally right next to us was a mom/daughter, and later a bunch of teenagers came in and sat on the other side. So close-in that the waiter had to pull the table out so I could get out. But overall loved it. We had the option to sit outside. When we sat down, I didn't like the close proximity to other patrons, it made our conversation awkward. We knew THEY could hear US and we THEM, and the unisex bathroom, yuck, I wanted to just leave after seeing the pricey menu, but my husband said NO we don't leave once seated, we don't do that, that's so rude, and I'm really glad we stayed!! Awesome food!! The awkward mom/daughter left and another couple were seated that seemed more "normal" I guess because they at least chatted, but not overly chatty, and we found the group of teens to be funny/interesting. They were clearly out of their league by being there. They ate the complimentary bread while ordering water to drink and after staring at the menu a really long time, they ordered salads! Ha! Our waitress was attentive and sweet, and we chatted about our pets after she asked where we were from, and after getting over the otherwise creepy butler/waiter in my peripheral vision just standing in the background, I grew to appreciate him!! He was quick on the water refill and helped pull out the table so I could get out. Once we left, we laughed about the slightly burnt choc chip cookies and the teenagers talking about high school! But we agreed the food was great and were very satisfied.
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Kenneth F.

Absolute rip off considering the quality of both the food and service! I have had better service in an Applebee's and the food was average. I could go on about how the server was very disruptive and rude on multiple occassions or how the food was Chili's quality and presentation at Ruth's Chris prices, but you should know one thing going into this restaurant - if you are here for a convention, have gone everywhere else on the harbor, don't have a car and are on an expense account - go to Bond 45 for an average meal.
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Celeste F.

This place is the worst disappointment I've had since living in the area. Overpriced, tough steaks. They are doing something horribly wrong here.
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Karisa D.

There seem to be a lot of not so great reviews of Bond 45. But I will offer an opinion that may change your mind before deciding to change your reservation. I went her with my boyfriend for our valentine's/birthday dinner. We had reservations for 8:30 and were seated immediately. I like the set up of the restaurant; you walk past the bar and the cooking area before getting to the dining area. It's interesting to see all the food behind the cases waiting to be prepared (and in my case waiting to be in my belly)! Our waiter came after a few minutes and made great recommendations for wine. The service overall was great; our waiter and staff were very attentive. I ordered the Lamb Ossobuco and the bf ordered the Filet Mignon. Complimentary bread comes before the meal, and it seemed like it was right out of the oven. Warm, buttery, and flaky goodness. Our food came soon after and both dishes were extremely hot! I was surprised by how much food my dish came with it. They had cooked the lamb with the pasta and also had the leg of lamb on the side. Our food was delicious and in my opinion, pretty well cooked. Wonderful experience overall. It is pricey, but worth it.
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Stephanie T.

My husband and I were hanging out in National Harbor and were starving. The wait everywhere was ridiculous so we ended up going to Bond 45. Their menu looked delicious and so we decided what the heck. Wow, it was definitely a lot more pricey then we expected and it was crazy that a steak came with just the steak... and all of your side options were separate. Everything was really good and I liked the setup of the place. It was unique and really great environment. I think the price of the meal was just a bit shocking for what we thought we were heading in for. I'm glad we went, but I think we will save it for special occasions in the future...Not the most bang for your buck....
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Michael H.

Lovely atmosphere, wonderful food, and excellent service. Filet mignon was one of the best I have ever had, and Kim's lobster, mussel, and shrimp dish was also excellent. Loved the polenta, as well. We are in town for a few days and plan to eat at Bond 45 at least once more before we leave town.
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Dave W.

Stopped in for drinks prior to dinner at another establishment in the harbor. While the draft beers were good, if a little overpriced, the Mojito was just okay and the Bellini was just plain bad (and small, as well). The bar tenders were attentive and ready to make small talk. They also brought us a plate of samplers to try while enjoying our drinks (asparagus wrapped with prosciutto, egg salad sandwiches, olives, bruschetta,etc.). Very good and a nice touch. One complaint, however - the sliding door to the deck let out a loud squeal every time it was opened and closed. This sound was quite annoying and I'm hard pressed to understand why they did not do something about it. The menu looked quite nice and was quite expensive. Not sure if it would be worth it in the end.
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Maggie M.

My boyfriend and I went here for dinner the day before Valentines day. We had a superb time. Our reservation was at 8:30, we go there at 8 and were seated right away. Our waitress was very knowledgeable and since we were first timers she gave us a run down and gave us some really good recommendations. We started off with the calamari & shrimps w/ hot peppers appetizer. The shrimps were HUGE i mean you literally had to cut the shrimp into 5-6 pieces to eat it! Amazing. The peppers were delicious and spicy, but not blow your face off spicy. Then came out these delicious "pop-overs", home made fresh baked bread. OH EM GEE. By the first glance you think they are hard as rock and crispy type bread, NOT at all. I mean I have no idea how they make it so moist and soft in the inside. AMAZING! On to dinner i ordered the Cod in a clay pot, when it first comes out watch out its piping HOT, i mean the tomatoes were still bubbling when it hit the table. So let it cool down for a minute or two enjoy a sip or two of your wine and then eat! Boyfriend ordered the Filet which was coated in delicious butter from what he told me. Cooked to perfection for him, a little crisp/charred around the edges, soft medium pink in the middle. Overall it was a romantic fun new place to try out. The bill was pretty large but nothing was out of place the entire night. Also this is not your average family restaurant I wouldn't recommend coming here with toddlers and infants crying and making a mess. This is more classy, upscale dining. So sorry for the families who came in thinking there would be a mac & cheese and chicken nuggets for the kiddies as there is no kids menu. Def try it out if your a foodie and love pork, they have several types of prosciutto's and oh yeah they give out complementary chocolate chip cookies at the end of the meal.
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Dave C.

We dine here pretty regularly and NEVER have any complaints about the food or the service. Indeed, those are top shelf. What we have noticed is that the noise level seems to get worse and worse. It's just plain loud. We were even in a booth last time and could still hardly hear one another over the din of conversations and plate clanking form adjacent tables.
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Roger J.

Very good food. Prices were fair in comparison to this style of restaurant. Food portions were very large and the staff was excellent; very attentive.
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jim f.

This place is my new favorite restaurant. Great Food Great Service!
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Lisa G.

It is everything you could want in a special dining experience, but yes it is definitely pricey! Beautiful space. Gorgeous location. Service is top-notch -- attentive without being pretentious and it really is their pleasure to see to your good time. Whatever you want, they have it and can do it precisely to your liking. Just go in knowing you're going to drop some serious coin.
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Address : 149 Waterfront St
National Harbor, MD, 20745
Phone (301) 839-1445
Website https://www.bond45.com/nationalharbor/
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Opening Hours

Mon :5:00 pm - 10:00pm

Specialities

Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : No
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Garage
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Dressy
Ambience : Classy
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No

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Italian Cuisine

The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.

Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.

If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.

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Bond 45

149 Waterfront St, National Harbor, MD, 20745

Bond 45 Menu

Appetizers

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Desserts

Appetizers - Vegetable

Small Salad

Soup

Seafood

New York Steak - Corn Fed Prime

New York Steak - Steaks Chops Or Chicken

New York Steak - Toppings

New York Steak - Sauces

Pasta

Our Signature Thin Crust Pizza

Sides

Healthy Meal suggestions for Bond 45

Appetizers

E Ntrees

Desserts

Appetizers - Vegetable

Small Salad

Soup

Seafood

New York Steak - Corn Fed Prime

New York Steak - Steaks Chops Or Chicken

New York Steak - Toppings

New York Steak - Sauces

Pasta

Our Signature Thin Crust Pizza

Sides

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