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    Duke's Grocery

    4.1 (1.4k reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Sweet potato fries
    Maya B.

    Came here to try out the mac and cheese and sad to say it was not my favorite. I wanted it to have way more flavor and seasoning. Under the top layer of baked cheese there's nothing going on. I also tried the highly rated burgers. It was good but I don't think I'm in a rush to go back for it either. Surprising to me, the best part of the meal was the sweet potato fries! I could eat those endlessly. The staff were attentive and friendly. They have sitting inside but also a really nice outdoor patio.

    Wagyu Beef Burger

    Came here on a Friday and was lucky enough to get a table! I ordered the waygu burger with sweet potato fries and the fries were perfectly done! The burger itself was the perfect size, although I asked for no sauce and they forgot but oh well. Their outdoor area seems super great for the summer. Can't wait to come back!

    Tuna melt
    Matt H.

    It was decent! Overall we were hungry and needed a quick bite and saw Dukes had some availability on a Saturday night. We were seated outside in the heated patio which was totally fine. For food we had the Tuna Melt, Caesar salad and Waygu burger. The Tuna melt was good but honestly was a little bland which is not typically the case on a tuna melt. It was good though and perfectly cooked and full of tuna. The wagyu burger was particularly good with the onion jam really elevating the dish. Service was good - nothing special but no complaints whatsoever. Overall I would come back to Dukes for a quick bite!

    Proper burger and sweet potato fries
    Cynthia C.

    I felt underwhelmed given that it was voted DC's best burger. The place is cute though! It's large with some outdoor seating options. Our server was also super sweet and accommodating given the large group I was with. I tried the proper burger with a side of their sweet potato fries. I liked that the burger was served on a potato bun, but it was so greasy and the acidity of the pickles and onion did nothing to cut through it. The bun on the bottom was also soaked and kind of fell apart, so the structural integrity of this burger was also a little questionable. The sweet potato fries were way too soft in my opinion. I love an occasional soggy fry, but the lack of crunch made them rather unenjoyable to eat.

    Gingerbread Lane Mule
    Terrell R.

    It's holiday season so that means plenty of Christmas inspired pop ups. I got to check this gingerbread land one out which is in a series of several holiday pop ups at different duke's grocery locations throughout the area, with each one having a different theme. It's a pretty quaint space and the pop up is located on the second floor, with all the festive decorations you can imagine. I arrived not too long after they opened so service was quick and the server was energetic and engaging with the few of us that were in the space. Their holiday inspired cocktail options included a tootsie roll'd old fashion, gingerbread lane mule, and a peppermint espresso martini (each $14). I decided to try the mule and the martini, the martini was probably my favorite of the two I wasn't sure how well a peppermint vodka base would go but I was pleasantly surprised by the taste and compliment of the ingredients. The gingerbread mule was a bit more potent and maybe the one I had had a bit too much lime juice so I didn't truly get to appreciate how the overall flavors would mimic the taste of gingerbread but still a decent drink. All in all it was a cool spot to check out.

    Cindy M.

    My friend found this place online and I'm so glad she did as it was a nice walk from the hotel. The staff was very friend. The decor was so cool that it makes you wish you lived closer so you can be a regular. The food was tasty. I had the burger and fries and was glad there was plenty for later that evening. They have upstairs and outside seating Next time I'm in DC .. I'll be back.

    Mac and cheese
    Alice L.

    The mac and cheese here is so good. It's got a subtle truffle flavor to it that makes it unique. They have patio seating out front which would be perfect for nice summer days.

    British breakfast
    Jordan N.

    Duke's Grocery is good for burgers. They even have good brunch. I'm not entirely wowed by it, but their British breakfast was enjoyable, and I believe better than their chicken & waffles. However, I will admit that a breakfast plate with sausage can be better had by another place nearby. Still, you can't go wrong here, and in the winter, with the numerous indoor seating they offer in this renovated location, it's a safe choice. Staff was friendly although a bit uncompromising when it came to making substitutions. Prices were decent. The renovation makes the vibe a bit better - as there's no longer creaky floors, and the floors seem to be nicely polished. It essentially looks and feels like a new restaurant rather than a rusty dive-joint it used to be.

    Spicy aubergine sandwich and a beer
    Brandon M.

    The actual restaurant wasn't wheelchair accessible but they had an outside seating area with fans and the staff was very attentive. I tend to prefer vegan food when I'm on vacation but they seemed to be lacking options in the menu so I settled on the vegetarian aubergine sandwich. To be honest, I'm not sure if I like it or not. It certainly is spicy and has a lot of flavors but it also feels like it might be missing something. A sauce perhaps. But it was tasty and I did eat the whole thing so it must have been pretty good. I also had an ole time lager beer and on happy hour the price was reasonable. I'd say this place is worth trying to discern whether it fits with your palette.

    prop Proper Burger
    Faith-Carmen L.

    Great service. We sat outdoors. We added truffle oil to our fries which was delicious. The bacon jam on the burger really surprised me but was really great. Mac n cheese was delicious and a good portion

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    We met our son and his fiancee for dinner here. The food was amazing! Our server was exceptional

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    Very good food and service drinks are very good very good I recommend to go here very good I love this place

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    Ask the Community - Duke's Grocery

    Is the patio Heated?

    Yes it is! There are dedicated heaters inside the strEATery tables, plus tall heaters at the patio tables. Enjoy hot cocktails from the Toddy Bar!

    Are kids allowed?

    Yes they are! My son loves the burger and my daughter likes the Mac and Cheese 😊

    Are you open now?

    Yes, open for in person dining too!

    Do they take reservations or call ahead?

    No but you never really wait more than 10-15 min on weekdays/late night and there's always a seat at the bar!

    Can I order the proper burger with cheddar cheese and add bacon?

    Absolutely. I've done that a handful of times before. They're pretty good with substitutions and/or additions.

    Any gluten free options?

    I went back to get an answer to your question. I've now been 3 times and find the burger delicious and the staff friendly and the drinks decent.… Read more

    Can I order takeout?

    Yes, but only in person at the bar. They do not accept orders over the phone.

    Is this place good for vegetarians?

    They definitely have veggie options but its not what they're known for.

    Can dishes such as the burger be made dairy free?

    I know they don't allow any modifications to their burger, but I can't speak for the rest of the menu

    Which meats are halal if any?

    Hi! The Proper Burger is made with certified Halal meat (Creekstone Farms premium Angus). See you soon. Thanks!

    Is duke's gay friendly?

    Definitely!

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    The food was great! So was their service. Felt amazing after…read moreeating here. Not too heavy, well balanced. Ambiance is a little hole in the wall pub where you can watch sports or grab a yummy English meal with friends and family. They also sell girls scout cookies out in the front at times.

    I don't know why it took our family so long to visit Hawk & Griffin, but now that we have…read moreexperienced the jovial atmosphere and great food, I know that we will be back soon! My husband is a die-had Arsenal fan and was overjoyed by the chaotic bar scene he encountered as soon as he entered. The City + Arsenal game had the entire bar packed with fans from both sides pulling up random seats wherever there was a free space. We came a bit late into the game but found a seat in a quieter area of the restaurant that still had good television access. With the dreary rain outside, it felt like we had settled right in a proper British pub! Food wise: - For my husband: Wings were generous, grilled, and delicious with interesting flavors - For me: Fish and chips were light, flakey, and came with some of the best house cut fries I've ever had. - For the kiddos: Although they had a kids menu, my daughters decided to split some pancakes (basically crepes with raspberries and cream sauce, scrambled eggs, bacon, and potatoes. Portions are more than generous and the managers were bustling around, talking shop, and thanking everyone who walked through their door. We will definitely be back!

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    Proper lush Bangers & Mash and a proper pint too.

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    4.0(604 reviews)
    1.4 miGeorgetown
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    This place is fantastic! We sat at the bar on a Sunday afternoon. Great atmosphere, beautiful bar…read more I appreciate the hooks under the bar to hang your purse or bags. Thank you for having that. It's a detail that many bars forget but I can relax and enjoy my stay more when I know my belongings are safely tucked away. We got the Smorgesboard and Saffron Mussels. Both were EXCELLENT. The Mister got a few beers. The Smorgesboard had every charcuterie option and it was really fun building the perfect bite. I thought it was absolutely worth the price. I've paid more for less. Let me take a moment and collect myself before I talk about the Saffron Mussels. They were freaking amazing. The broth was mildly spicy, a powerful punch of salty herby flavor that paired wonderfully with the mussels. They were perfectly cooked with a tender chew. Served with fries and chunks of bread to sop up all that glorious broth. If you're thinking about getting the mussels, just do it. Truly, one of the best pot of mussels I've had. We are just visiting the area, but I'd definitely come back the next time I'm in town. What a delightful surprise to find this place.

    Came to the Sovereign on a Friday night for happy hour -- a great deal, cocktails for $6 and some…read morebites. Walked to the upstairs bar and was able to find a seat no problem around 6:30pm. There were still seats at the downstairs bar too. I went for a cocktail off their full menu not featured on happy hour - the tricky tripel, and it was delicious! The bartender did a great job explaining the tasting notes of all the drinks and helped me choose a good one. I also sipped the Belgian sour many of my friends opted for and that's a great cocktail for just $6 during happy hour. Happy hour is tricky -- it's really a great deal making it difficult to justify paying full price for anything but the crowd here is two folds. You have a lot of young college kids mixed with an older crowd so one comes for the deals while the other comes for amazing food and cocktails -- something for everyone! Overall I would definitely come back for dinner. This place has a very lowkey casual vibe but upscale food and drinks. The atmosphere/ambiance leaves a little to be desired with not so great lighting and no background music that I can recall but still a nice spot to pop in.

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    Bottle room

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    Steak frites & eggs, saffron mussels (ig @fanaticdiner)

    The Sovereign - The bar

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