Dining at Yours Truly DC: Mercy Me and Call Your Mother explained
Mercy Me is the hotel's South American–inspired full-service restaurant and bar for dinner, cocktails, live music and private dining; Call Your Mother is the on-site bagel/deli and coffee counter serving breakfast and lunch. Both are inside Yours Truly DC and operate on set daily hours—Mercy Me in the evenings and Call Your Mother mornings into midafternoon.
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Dining at Yours Truly DC — quick orientation
Yours Truly DC offers two on-site food and drink venues: Mercy Me (restaurant, bar and lounge with South American-inspired plates and live music) and Call Your Mother Deli (bagels, coffee, sandwiches and pastries).
Meals and drinks are not included in standard room rates; breakfast is available on-site for a surcharge rather than being included with the room.
- Mercy Me: dinner-focused, cocktails, live-music nights, reservations accepted.
- Call Your Mother Deli: breakfast and lunch, coffee and bagels, casual/no alcohol.
- Outdoor options: El Chalet (heated patio) and the Blossom Garden operate seasonally/evening hours for outdoor dining and events.
| Venue | Typical Hours |
|---|---|
| Call Your Mother Deli | 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM daily |
| Mercy Me (kitchen) | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Sun–Thu; 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM Fri–Sat |
| Mercy Me (bar) | 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM Sun–Thu; 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Fri–Sat |
Mercy Me — what to expect
Mercy Me is described as a 'Sorta South American' concept serving shareable, contemporary Latin–inspired plates, cocktails and live performances. The setting combines restaurant, bar and lounge elements for evening dining and late-night drinks.
The restaurant accepts reservations (OpenTable is supported) and recommends checking hours around holidays or special events; the Mercy Me bar keeps later hours than the kitchen.
- Kitchen hours: Sun–Thu 5:00 PM–10:00 PM; Fri–Sat 5:00 PM–11:00 PM.
- Bar hours: Sun–Thu 4:00 PM–11:00 PM; Fri–Sat 4:00 PM–12:00 AM.
- Reservations: bookable via OpenTable; check for El Chalet seating availability as directed on Mercy Me's OpenTable page.
| Mercy Me features | Notes |
|---|---|
| Live-music nights | Recurring themed nights such as Brazilian/Forró and Samba events (check schedule) |
| Private listening room | 12-seat vinyl listening room in a former vinyl shop; music can be selected for the room |
| Outdoor El Chalet & Blossom Garden | Seasonal heated patio and outdoor garden seating; reservations for El Chalet open on a schedule via OpenTable |
Call Your Mother — mornings and casual bites
Call Your Mother Deli is the hotel's bagel and coffee shop located in the lobby area. It focuses on bagels, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, pastries and coffee with a casual 'Boca-meets-Brooklyn' deli style.
Call Your Mother does not serve alcohol and follows a casual dress code. It's a convenient morning option for guests staying in any room type, including Standard Room, City View and Suite, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View.
- Hours: daily 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
- Menu: bagels, breakfast sandwiches, lunch sandwiches, pastries and coffee.
- Best for: grab-and-go breakfasts, coffee before a morning meeting, or a casual midday sandwich.
| Good for | When to visit |
|---|---|
| Early departures / conference days | 6:30 AM – 8:30 AM (avoid lines by arriving early) |
| Casual midday bite | Late morning–early afternoon (menu includes sandwiches and salads) |
| Pastries & coffee | All morning until midafternoon |
Choosing Mercy Me or Call Your Mother by occasion
Pick Mercy Me for evening group dinners, cocktail nights, live-music evenings or private dining—Mercy Me can host receptions and has a private 12-seat listening room and outdoor El Chalet/Blossom Garden spaces for events.
Choose Call Your Mother when you need a quick breakfast, coffee, or a casual sandwich between meetings—it's the in-house deli for mornings and lunchtime.
- Dinner with a band or DJ: Mercy Me main dining or private listening room.
- Outdoor evening cocktail or small reception: Mercy Me El Chalet or Blossom Garden (seasonal).
- Quick morning coffee or pastry before walking to Dupont Circle or George Washington University: Call Your Mother.
| Situation | Recommended venue |
|---|---|
| Late-night drinks and small plates | Mercy Me (bar/lounge) |
| Family-friendly quick breakfast | Call Your Mother Deli |
| Private small-group listening experience | Mercy Me private listening room |
Practicalities — reservations, access and policies
Mercy Me accepts reservations (OpenTable) and manages some outdoor seating (El Chalet) via specific booking windows; Call Your Mother is first-come, first-served. Hours can change for holidays or special events, so check the restaurant pages or call the hotel if you have time-sensitive plans.
Remember that food and drinks are not included with room rates, and on-site breakfast is billed separately. The hotel's check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM (noon), which may affect same-day dining plans around arrival/departure.
- If you need a private dining or event booking at Mercy Me (including the Mercy Me Deck Venue or El Chalet), contact the restaurant or the hotel's events team to confirm availability.
- For hotel arrival/departure: check-in starts at 4:00 PM; check-out is 12:00 PM (noon).
- Children and families are welcome; both food venues are family-friendly but Call Your Mother is particularly casual for kids.
| Question | Quick answer |
|---|---|
| Can I reserve Mercy Me? | Yes — Mercy Me takes reservations via OpenTable; outdoor El Chalet seating follows a reservation schedule. |
| Is breakfast included with my room? | No — breakfast is available for a fee and is not included with standard room rates. |
| Are kids and pets allowed in dining areas? | Yours Truly DC is family-friendly and pet-friendly; local dining rules apply—ask staff for specifics on bringing pets into outdoor spaces. |
Nearby bites and walking tips
Yours Truly DC sits between Dupont Circle and Foggy Bottom, so you can walk to Dupont Circle, Embassies and George Washington University within minutes. If a particular outside restaurant is your target, allow time for a short walk—Foggy Bottom–GWU and Dupont Circle Metro stations are both within a roughly 10-minute walk of the hotel.
If you plan restaurant-heavy days, include transit time: Metro access via Foggy Bottom-GWU and Dupont Circle connects you to other neighborhoods quickly; the hotel's address is 1143 New Hampshire Ave NW, which places you within easy walking distance of nearby attractions.
- Metro: Foggy Bottom-GWU and Dupont Circle stations are nearby; walking times vary but both are within about 10 minutes.
- Local walks: Dupont Circle shops and restaurants are a short walk away for more casual or late-night options.
- When in doubt: ask the concierge for local dining suggestions or for help booking a Mercy Me reservation.
| Nearby place | Typical walk time cited on hotel materials |
|---|---|
| George Washington University | About a 5-minute walk |
| Dupont Circle | About a 5-minute walk |
| White House (general area) | About 1 mile / short drive |
