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    Ben's Next Door

    3.6 (1k reviews)
    ModerateBars, American
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    BEN'S NEXT DOOR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Jasmine H.

    Ben's next door is a classic that won't let you down. Their food is always consistent and the vibes will be high. The catfish and their grits are top tier. I took my dad and he said it's the best catfish he has ever had. You can order bottomless mimosas for an additional cost. They also have a regular happy hour if you want to dine in outside of brunch hours.

    Chad C.

    Holy Smokes I ordered the jerk shrimp and pasta. That was off the hook delicious. Best pasta I've had in a long time. Service could have been better . Had to keep asking to get our drinks refilled and just to get anything was a job. It was nice visually but waaaay too loud inside.

    Tori G.

    Their tacos & Jamaican jerk wings are spectacular. I love this place and the customer service is great . Happy hour spot after work especially on Tuesdays. Check them out and let me know what you think!

    Robert M.

    I stopped by with a coworker during our lunch yesterday. They have daily drink and food specials, which definitely come in handy. We both ordered the shrimp po boy, which came with fries. I appreciated that the shrimp was crunchy and also generously portioned. The fries were very well seasoned.

    Danielle H.

    4.25 stars. *Atmosphere- loved it. I went after a book tour and for it to be a week night the vibe was good. *Food- I got the catfish fingers and it was a healthy serving size with fries with a nice homemade tarter size. Lemon drop cocktail was 90% liquor and a splash of lemon. *Service- We had a great server who was helpful and kind. An iconic family owned business in an historic DC location.

    New Jumbo Lump Crab Deviled Eggs
    Chris K.

    Made a last minute reservation, so I'm glad that they were able to accommodate, especially on a Sunday! Got there and we were immediately sat. I appreciate that the waitress let us know that our time would start once we were sat. Bottomless mimosas were $30/pp. They didn't require the entire table to participate, which is nice to have a choice. They also have a few different flavors to choose from, although some were a little syrup heavy. The food was solid. If you like crab, the crab stuffed deviled eggs were pretty good. The blackened salmon and grits was delish too! That butter sauceeeee pulled it all together! Our waitress was pleasant and very attentive. Now it was Sunday funday and the music was poppin, however, there were several times it was so loud I couldn't even think straight lol. Other than that, I'd definitely be back.

    Fried New Shrimp Deviled Eggs
    Tiara B.

    Another visit to Ben's Next Door. We decided to get brunch before getting back on the road to Philly. I remember enjoying the food here so it was worth the return trip. This time we went as soon as they opened so it wasn't crowded at all. This time we sat at the bar. The vibes were just the same, good music, just no crowds. We thought that with it being empty that our food would come out pretty quickly, it didn't. The bartender was really cool though, I think his name was John. He kept our cups filled and offered decent conversation. As much as I love Ben's Next Door I'm ready to explore other options while in DC- there's no love lost!

    Blackened Salmon Fillet & Eggs
    Terrell R.

    This spot is right next door to the legendary Ben's chili bowl (hence the name) on the U street corridor. You're immediately greeted by the grass wall and neon sign at the entrance, it's probably got one of the longest bars on the block, with several TV's, smaller tables behind it, and further to the back of the restaurant larger group seating areas. There's always a good music ambiance happening in the background generally R&B, rap, and pop music. I've come here a few times but this was my first time for brunch. Their menu features a $30 bottomless mimosa option with 6 different flavors available, and food items such as shrimp deviled eggs, jerk wings, 2 different burger options, chicken and waffles, and shrimp and grits with prices ranging between $14-$28. The staff overall is usually very present and engaging with the customers. I went with the blackened salmon and eggs dish which was delicious, the fried eggs were buttery and the salmon was flavorful and perfectly cooked. Overall solid brunch experience and definitely recommend checking them out whenever you're in the area.

    Blackberry Mojito
    Ree T.

    This was the most flavorful pasta dish I have had in a long time. In fact, I almost didn't get the pasta for fear of it being bland. It was seasoned so well. The sauce was flavorful. The catfish was seasoned and crispy. The service was great. Server came by the right amount of time. It's a sports bar environment so it has good energy. The blackberry mojito is a keeper.

    Johnathan W.

    Came here for happy hour with my sister and we had a blast. First off the service was impeccable and the drinks were strong. They offer bar and tables seating, this place is pretty big. My server was very attentive and the food came out really quickly and was very delicious!

    New Shrimp Deviled Eggs
    Kiana M.

    Ben's never disappoints. The food was amazing. The service was impeccable. And the ambiance always adds to good vibes. I ordered the devil eggs with shrimp and catfish and grits. Everything came out hot and was very flavorful. I also ordered the bottomless mimosas which you can never go wrong when you order those. It was a great time! I will be back soon. Cheers!

    Oct 2025
    Jazz T.

    I always love it here. It's not usually my first stop unless it's happy hour. But I will always end up here for some wings and Ben's for a chili dog. The food is good here. The service is kind of lacking... young servers that may not have the best customer service. But the music is good, it's dimly lit and they have strong drinks. My favorite part is that they allow me to mix the wing flavors. They're usually fried perfectly.

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    Courtney C.

    It's a bar. I've been here twice and there's not much to it. The bar is ideal if you want to grab a bite and watch a sporting event. You have access to TVs regardless of where you sit and lots of bar seating if needed. Came on a Thursday for TNF and was able to sit right away. I ordered: Calamari - 6/10 - Calamari can always be eaten alone or with a splash of lemon but I love me a good sauce to pair it with. That's all this was missing. The consistency of the Calamari was ok but not my favorite. They serve it wit a marina or a sweet chili sauce but my preference is a aioli. Not a shot to them just a personal preference. The bartender was attentive and quick with our food and drink order so no complaints on that front. I'd go back if in the area and try the wings.

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    Ask the Community - Ben's Next Door

    Do the still have she crab soup? I know they got the recipe from Market Inn which was the absolute best.

    No they dont have it anymore

    Are there any gluten free options for dinner or brunch?

    No I don't think so. Feel free to call and ask them to be on the safe side.

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    4.3(5.8k reviews)
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    This was easily one of the strongest dining experiences I've had in Washington. The server knew the…read moremenu inside and out, gave solid recommendations, and stayed on top of everything without hovering. We went with the steak frites, onion soup, and steak tartare, and every dish delivered. Great food backed by service that actually stands out. This place is on my list whenever I'm back in Washington.

    What a special place in Washington, DC we have here…read more It is said a lot of members of congress dine here and I can understand why. Everything is delicious here!!! I started here for my birthday with some escargots, fantastic. Pro-Tip: Don't forget you can dip that terrific breadbasket they give you with some of the leftover garlic sauce from your escargots. We both decided to split the Beef Bourguignon. The most tender beef you can imagine, you do not need a knife to eat, and it was accompanied with buttery goodness in the creamy potatoes and some carrots for good measure. For dessert we ordered the vanilla bean crème brûlée. French dessert at a French restaurant was a no brainer. The top of the dessert packed a crispy, sugary, slightly burnt tasting palate cleanser that definitely will keep you a pick me up, who needs an ECT shock to get the heart going when you can take a scoop of pure sugary bliss! This is a must go to if you are in the DC area, but be sure to make reservations it fills up quickly. As always people SYOY!!!

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    First time at Unconventional Diner. We are breakfast and had made a reservation but the restaurant…read morewas mostly empty when we came in. The menu is filled with typical diner options but with upgraded twists. My partner had hash browns and a biscuit. Both were homemade. The biscuit was flaky and served with butter and jam. I had the loaded breakfast biscuits which were incredible. Flaky biscuit, hash browns, homemade sausage, over easy eggs, Caramelized onions, and BACON JAM!! Everything was perfect but the kicker was the slightly sweet and sour bacon jam which added an amazing depth of flavor. The service was great and friendly with plenty of tables. They even have a full baking kitchen for all desserts, breads, and biscuits. Check out Unconventional Diner if you're in DC.

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    4.3(1.2k reviews)
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    This place is sooo good! Perfect ambiance, the vibe is kind of a modern pub without being dark and…read moredreary, big comfortable booths, plenty of space to not feel like you're part of someone else's conversation. Honestly we were so pleasantly surprised by how good the burgers are! I had the Capital Burger which had such incredible flavor and the burger itself is thick and juicy. Despite having just had a big dinner somewhere else, as I write this, my mouth is watering. My daughter had the wild mushrooms burger and she loved it -- the aioli had the perfect tang to go with the mushroom and Swiss, both burgers were cooked perfectly medium as requested. The old fashioned was just your typical old fashioned with a slice of candied bacon attached to the outside of the glass. We were hoping for something smokier and a little different but it was still a very good Old Fashioned. We shared the chocolate mousse and it was perfection. Yum! If I lived here this would be my new regular spot.

    A rather nice restaurant, typical DC expensive, the food was good, with nice atmosphere, good…read moreservice, clocking in at about $42 before tip for a burger and milkshake. I had the blue cheese and black truffle cheeseburger, with bacon, and it was good. . Very good. I could not identify or really pinpoint where the black truffles came in, but the beef was well seasoned. The additions were a dollar too expensive across the board so I skipped those. The fries were sort of stereotypical, nothing really fancy about those. I debated about having the truffle fries, but didn't really wanna pay the extra three dollars. Bless my server, he didn't know what black truffles were, either. The Reesie's peanut butter cup Skrewball milkshake was quite good. Good use of Skrewball. Could've done with a little more alcohol, but what a great combination. Good taste. Vanilla ice cream and peanut butter all the way through. My only .. concern.. were the pickles. There's this NoVA chain restaurant that serves POPCORN before the meal, which I think has to be the most depressing, unappetizing, lazy and cheap way to start a meal. Capital Burger servers sliced sweet pickles in a jar. That.. is a step up from popcorn, but not by much... If I was in the mood for a burger and boozy milkshake, this would be on the list, but not my first choice.

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    Our Stoli Doli spiked shake is long sought & loudly slurped. Stoli Vodka hand-spun w/rich vanilla ice cream & topped w/candied pineapple

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    St. Anselm - 16 oz Prime Ribeye

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    4.4(1.2k reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    Wow x3 If you love steak, gourmet cocktail, comfort food…read morewith a fine dining twist - this is the place. This place definitely lives up to its name! Place: it has more of a casual feeling with some ambience. Feels comfortable with wooden furnitures. Service: I believe we had Micah who was just exceptional- very personable and gave us the perfect recommendations. Fast and prompt service. Food: every dish we ordered was amazing. Cobb salad was really great- but the bacon on top was theee best bacon I've ever had. I've been content with just that order. Amazing oysters- fresh and condiments went very well. Now steak was Cooked to perfection and seasoned well. Now-- I am not a "bread lover" but Micah said the place was known for its biscuit (they charge for it and I would too if it's this good). Told him about my lukewarm love for the bread and he said "I would order it for educational purposes". I like education , especially this kind of education so I did- and yes, it is true. It was theee highlight of the night. Oh it's special. Crispy- and buttery almost like half croissant and half biscuit. The jam and pimemto cheese just out of this world. We actually came home and researched the recipe of "wanna be- st. Anselm biscuit" Definitely one of the best educational experience I've had. Price: I thought it was reasonable. Great portion of food that's why. St. Anselm - thank you and we shall make some excuse to come back to DC to come here again.

    I have only visited for brunch so far, and was quite pleased! We ordered a nice array for the…read moretable, and the standouts (in my opinion) were the chocolate chip pancakes and the breakfast potatoes. The pancakes were perfectly fluffy and a nice treat for the table. The breakfast potatoes were so crispy it was genuinely a marvel. The brunch fare other than that was quite standard, and solid. The atmosphere is nice and cozy. That said, there were a few things I would love to see. The coffee/tea menu wasn't quite too extensive for a brunch spot (would have loved more non-coffee drinks). There are also some upcharges to be aware of not on the menu (like cheese in eggs), which is not all too uncommon for brunch but still something to note!

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    It's been YEARS since I've been to The Hamilton. A recent trip to DC and a free gift card is what…read morebrought me here. I went for brunch, but was in more of a lunch mood. I sat outside on the patio. To start, I got the calamari appetizer. Yall! Their calamari is so freakin good! The remoulade sauce that comes with it just takes it to the next level. I got the crab cake entree and it was just what I needed. I recommend replacing the tartar sauce with their remoulade sauce. The Tea Time mocktail was very refreshing. The service was good. The only downside is that there was an issue with the gift card that I won from their social media page. After some back and forth, they eventually honored it and all was well. But this experience was definitely better than my past experience, so I'm adding a star.

    As part of the Clyde's restaurant group, we were excited to try this since we love Old Ebbitt…read more However, we were a bit let down from the food. My girlfriend got the steak and eggs which she thought was good but on the saltier side. I got the crab cake benedict but my eggs were way overcooked and not runny whatsoever. My server was nice and apologetic about it. The sushi was surprisingly good and fresh. I was skeptical at first about sushi at an American restaurant but was happily surprised. Overall, a bit disappointed about the restaurant but may have been an off day. Would love to comeback and try their signature burger. Apps: Paradise Roll Entrees: Steak and Eggs and Crab Cake Eggs Benedict

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    The bar and partial dining area.

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    3.9(1.9k reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    At my recommendation, my son and his girlfriend went here after a day of touring in D.C…read more. Apparently, they ordered the blue crab, mac & cheese, and chicken wings. Both reported, it was an outstanding choice. They enjoy the time before they took the Metro back home. There are no complaints about the service, and they didn't really mention what the place looks like. But it could not have been too bad. They did say, it was clean and nice in the 22-year-olds that's a compliment. They also said it was convenient to get to the metro from there.

    I won't be back unfortunately and you should probably keep walking and find something else. Didn't…read morerealize what kind of restaurant this was until I was told to order off an app and then my food would be ran out to me...and that's all you get for customer service. Runners just do that. Run around the restaurant throwing food down on tables and run back to the kitchen. Never checking on anyone to see if they need anything and how the food is. I ordered the SW Salad ($16.50) with a steak add on ($9.00) at medium temp. I also ordered a cup of Clam Chowder ($5.95) as an appetizer. Chowder came out pretty much right on top of my salad, but no big deal. Chowder was decent taste, but only found one clam. Ok whatever. Salad came out looking like a side salad on a large plate with five slices of rare, tough steak. It was so rare, that it was extremely hard to cut through, but again, who was I going to talk to about it. No wait staff would even look my way. I couldn't even get a refill on my water and there is no place in the app to order a glass of water...so that's that. Unfortunately it was just an extremely bad experience for $40. I'll be looking for dinner somewhere else tomorrow night.

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