Peacock Alley
A signature in Waldorf Astoria hotels across the globe, Peacock Alley remains the place “to see and be seen” just as it was all those years ago for Manhattan’s high society. Set in the soaring grand atrium, Peacock Alley offers an eclectic menu of refined cuisine, innovative cocktails, and an impeccable wine selection.
Hours:
Sunday to Thursday – 6:30 AM to 11:00 PM
Friday and Saturday – 6:30 AM to 12:00 AM
Menus
FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY
Clocks have long been the central gathering place at Waldorf Astoria worldwide. And Waldorf Astoria Washington DC continues that tradition of historic grandeur in Peacock Alley’s soaring atrium beneath the iconic Clock Tower. The nation’s Old Post Office is the perennial meeting place for Afternoon Tea where the only invite needed is, “Meet me at the clock."
Tea Sandwiches
Shaved Virginia Ham
Fig Jam
Brioche Bread
Smoked Salmon Quiche
Confit Leeks
Salmon Caviar
Crème Fraiche
Traditional Egg Salad
Cucumber Cup
Fresh Dill
Compressed Granny Smith Apples
Orange Cranberry Compote
Wheat Bread
Scones
Maple and Vanilla Bean
Accompaniments:
Devonshire Cream | Apple Butter
Sweet Treats
Earl Grey Madeleine
Caramel Apple Creampuff
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Pear Almond Tart
Chocolate French Macaron
90 per person
Add a Glass of Champagne | 105 per person
Tea Selections
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC has partnered with Rishi to provide a luxurious and unique tea experience for our guests.
English Breakfast
Lively, robust red cup with a brisk flavor and notes of dates and raisins
Earl Grey
Smooth and lively with the unique, citrusy, floral aroma of bergamot oranges
Jasmine Pearls
Tender tea leaves, hand-rolled and deeply infused with the sweet aroma of jasmine blossoms
Chamomile Medley
Calming ensemble of chamomile with hints of refreshing citrus and mint
Vanilla Bean
Decadent vanilla bean and sweet Saigon cinnamon complement smooth, rich pu'er tea
Chocolate Chai
Decadent cacao and creamy sarsaparilla with rich coconut and bittersweet dandelion root
Cinnamon Plum
Warming blend of juicy plum, succulent currant, and sweet Saigon cinnamon
Pumpkin Spice
An elevated Pumpkin Spice blend that incorporates real cut pumpkin with a wealth of seasonal botanicals to create a festive chai-like infusion
Spicy Masala Chai
A dash of red chili in addition to a double dose of our famously spicy ginger combines to create an unabashedly warming chai experience.
Premium Champagne Enhancements
375ml Billecart Salmon Champagne
95
75ml Piper-Heidsieck Rosé Sauvage Brut Champagne
105
375ml Krug Grande Cuvée Brut Champagne
195
Please call to book your reservations 24 hours in advance. Available seating times are 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM. All food and beverage prices are subject to a 20% service charge and a 10% sales tax.
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC is proud to partner with local producers whose commitment and determination is providing us with the freshest seasonal and sustainable products. It is our goal to maintain this relationship with our community farms to create the finest culinary experience.
TO START
Traditional Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
Grated Fresh Horseradish, Lemon, Spicy Cocktail Sauce
30
Crispy Brussel Sprouts
Medjool Dates, Bacon, Almonds, Apple Cider Reduction
18
Avocado Hummus
Salsa Matcha, Baby Cilantro, Grilled Flatbread
20
Apple Cider Braised Pork Belly
Cornbread Puree, Persimmon Compote, Cornbread Croutons, Pickled Red Onions
30
Maryland Crab Cake
Celeriac Remoulade, Lemon Aioli
25
TO SHARE
Artisanal Cheese Platter
2 Local Cheeses, 2 International Cheeses Marcona Almonds, Fresh Honeycomb, Fig Jam, Toasted Baguette
35
Grand Plateau Platter
Selection of 4 Cheeses, 4 Meats & Traditional Accompaniments, Toasted Baguette
65
Mushroom & Black Truffle Pizza
Four Cheese Blend, Roasted Mushrooms, Black Truffle Cream
29
Hot Honey Soppressata Pizza
Roasted Tomatoes, Soppressata Mozzarella, Fresh Herbs
29
Mediterranean Meze Platter
Hummus, Grilled Halloumi, Falafel, Tzatziki, Marinated Olives, Baba Ghanoush, Tabbouleh
38
*Consuming raw or undercooked foods may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
SALADS & SOUP
Roasted Butternut Squash Bisque
Sage Oil, Butternut Squash, Pumpkin Seeds
15
Baby Gem Caesar Salad
Gem Lettuce, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, Garlic Croutons, Traditional Caesar Dressing, White Anchovies
14 | 22
Fall Salad
Shaved Granny Smith Apples, Pomegranates, Pumpkins Seeds, Local Goat Cheese, Frisee Lettuce, Ginger Dressing
20
Citrus Marinated Beets
Whipped Feta, Arugula, Pistachios, Blackberry Dressing
22
Supplement:
Grilled Chicken
14
Prawns
18
Ora King Salmon
22
*Consuming raw or undercooked foods may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
MAINS
Dry Aged Postman’s Burger
White Cheddar, Lettuce, Sliced Red Onions, Tomatoes, Old Bay Aioli
30
Grilled 14oz Prime NY
Potato Mille-Feuille, Watercress Salad, Beef Jus
68
Herb Marinated Chicken Breast
Sweet Potato Puree, Braised Red Cabbage, Brussel Spout Leaves, Chicken Jus
40
Pan Fried Potato Gnocchi
Sage Brown Butter, Toasted Walnuts, Butternut Squash, Parmesan Cheese
30
Black Truffle Honey Glazed King Ora Salmon
Cauliflower Puree, Roasted Tri-Color Cauliflower, Purple Cress
48
Miso Glazed Chilean Seabass
Baby Bok Choy, Roasted Shitake Mushrooms, Ponzu Broth
59
SIDES
French Fries
10
Asparagus
12
Green Salad
9
Potato Mille-Feuille
12
*Consuming raw or undercooked foods may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC is proud to partner with local producers whose commitment and determination is providing us with the freshest seasonal and sustainable products. It is our goal to maintain this relationship with our community farms to create the finest culinary experience.
DESSERTS
Pumpkin Cheesecake
Whipped Crème Fraiche, Warm Pecan Praline Sauce
18
Red Velvet Cake
Raspberry Dark Chocolate Sauce, Cream Cheese Mousse
18
Waldorf Astoria Cookie Trio
Red Velvet, Chocolate Chunk, Crystal Sugar
18
Tiramisu
Kahlua Liquor, Espresso Soaked Ladyfingers, Mascarpone Mousse, Cocoa
18
*Consuming raw or undercooked foods may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC is proud to partner with local producers whose commitment and determination is providing us with the freshest seasonal and sustainable products. It is our goal to maintain this relationship with our community farms to create the finest culinary experience.
TO START
Avocado Hummus
Salsa Matcha, Baby Cilantro, Grilled Flatbread
20
Traditional Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
Grated Fresh Horseradish, Lemon, Spicy Cocktail Sauce
30
TO SHARE
Hot Honey Local Soppressata Pizza
Roasted Tomatoes, Soppressata Mozzarella, Fresh Herbs
29
SOUPS & SALADS
Roasted Butternut Squash Bisque
Sage Oil, Butternut Squash, Pumpkin Seeds
15
Baby Gem Caesar Salad
Gem Lettuce, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, Garlic Croutons, Traditional Caesar Dressing, White Anchovies
14 | 22
Add On:
Grilled Chicken
14
Prawns
18
Ora King Salmon
22
*Consuming raw or undercooked foods may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
MAINS
Dry Aged Postman’s Burger
White Cheddar, Lettuce, Sliced Red Onions, Tomatoes, Old Bay Aioli
30
Oven Roasted Turkey Club
Applewood Smoked Bacon, Tomato, Lettuce, Aioli, Multigrain Served with Fries or Salad
25
Chicken Tenders
Old Bay Fries, BBQ Sauce
24
DESSERTS
Waldorf Astoria Cookie Trio
Red Velvet, Chocolate Chunk, Crystal Sugar
18
*Consuming raw or undercooked foods may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
SPECIALTIES
Organic Steel Cut Oatmeal
Golden Raisins, Blueberries, Coconut
18
Fall Granola
Greek Yogurt, Pomegranate Molasses, Pumpkin Seeds, Dried Cranberries, Pomegranate Seeds
18
Virginia Farm Fruit Salad
Seasonal Selection, Berries, & Melons
19
Roasted Apple Pancakes
Fuji Apples, Apple Cider Syrup, Powdered Sugar
26
EGGS
Postmasters Breakfast
Three Eggs "Your Way", Choice of Breakfast Meats, Breakfast Potatoes
32
*Consuming raw or undercooked foods may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
WINTER RUM PUNCH
Aged Rum, Spiced Hibiscus, Honey, Lime, Nutmeg
31
MAPLE WALNUT OLD FASHIONED
Bourbon, Maple, Black Walnut, Angostura Bitters
32
LITTLE BLACK DRESS
Vodka, Cold Brew, Coconut Water, Cacao, Amontillado Sherry, Champagne
29
FALL AT THE WALDORF
Tennessee Whiske y, Pear, Allspice Dram, Lemon, Red Wine Float
34
POWER SUIT
Gin, French Vermouth, Sherry, Orange Bitters
32
BLOOMING HILLS
Vodka, Lavender, Lemon, Rosemary, Pink Peppercorn, Ginger Beer
30
LA JEFA
Blanco Tequila, Mezcal, Blood Orange, Cinnamon, Lime, Habanero, Torched Sage
32
WALDORF 2.0
Rye, Cognac, Italian Vermouth, Amaro, Cointreau Noir, Angostura Bitters
45
MODERN LUXURY
Hennessy XO, Demerara, Peychaud Bitters, Angostura Bitters, Absinthe, Smoke
72
Our wine is also available by the bottle, as well as a selection of beers, spirits, liquor and cordials. Please email us at DCAWA.FB@waldorfastoria.com for a full list of beverages.
BY THE GLASS
Sparkling
SPARKLING, NV, BOUVET LADUBAY
Cremant de Loire, France
21 / 84
CHAMPAGNE, NV, VEUVE CLICQUOT
Reims, France
35 / 140
CHAMPAGNE, NV, RUINART BLANC DE BLANCS
Reims, France
55 / 220
CHAMPAGNE, NV, RUINART ROSE
Reims, France
55 / 220
CHAMPAGNE, NV, BOLLINGER ROSE
Champagne, France
85
ROSE
CHATEAU D'ESCLANS 'WHISPERING ANGEL'
Cotes de Provence, France
18 / 72
WHITE
PINOT BLANCO, TRAMIN MORIZ
Trentino-Alto, Adige, Italy
18 / 72
ALBARINO, DON OLEGARIO
Rias Baixas, Spain
18 / 72
PINOT GRIGIO, TERLATO FAMILY
Colli Orientali del Fruili, DOC, Italy
20 / 80
RIESLING, TRIMBACH
Alsace, France
22 / 88
SAUVIGNON BLANC, JAYSON BY PAHLMEYER
Napa Valley, CA
23 / 92
SAUVIGNON BLANC, LA POUSSIE
Sancerre, Loire Valley, France
32 / 128
CHARDONNAY, DECOY
Sonoma, CA
20 / 80
CHARDONNAY, ANDRE GOICHOT
Chablis, France
27 / 108
CHARDONNAY, CAKEBREAD CELLARS
Napa Valley, CA
35 / 140
CHARDONNAY, CHATEAU MONTELENA
Napa Valley, CA
45 / 180
RED
PINOT NOIR, PONZI VINEYARDS TAVOLA
Willamette Valley, OR
20 / 80
PINOT NOIR, GARY FARRELL
Russian River Valley, CA
32 / 128
NEBBIOLO DAMILANO MARGHE LANGHE, DOC
Piedmont, Italy
27 / 108
GRENACHE AND SYRAH BLEND, M. CHAPOUTIER PETITE RUCHE ROUGE
Rhone, France
23 / 92
MERLOT BLEND, CHATEAU BOUTISSE GRAND CRU
Saint Emillion, Bordeaux, France
30 / 120
MALBEC, BODEGA NORTON RESERVA
Mendoza, Argentina
18 / 72
TINTA DE TORO, BODEGA NUMANTHIA
Toro, Spain
28 / 112
CABERNET SAUVIGNON, DAOU
Paso Robles, CA
21 / 84
CABERNET SAUVIGNON, CAYMUS
Napa Valley, CA
55 / 220
SWEET
SAUTERNES, 2016, CYPRES DE CLIMENS
Barsac, France
18
FURMINT BLEND, 2009, ROYAL TOKAJI
Puttonyos, Hungary
32
FURMINT BLEND, BETSEK 2008, ROYAL TOKAJI
6 Puttonyos, Hungary
48
MILES MADEIRA
DRY, TINTA NEGRA 5 YRS
19
RICH, TINTA NEGRA 10 YRS
29
1996 RICH TINTA, NEGRA
38
1995 RICH TINTA NEGRA
49
PORT
GRAHAM'S 20 YRS
28
GRAHAM'S 1977
48
RAMOS PINTO 30 YRS
45
TAYLOR FLADGATE FINE RUBY
22
TAYLOR FLADGATE 40 YRS
52