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    Kinfolk Southern Kitchen

    3.7 (401 reviews)
    PriceySouthern, Barbeque
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating

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    Kinfolk Smoked Wings (Mumbo Sauce)
    Kyara S.

    Overall: 4/5 Food: 4/5 - Mumbo Smoked Wings: 3.5/5 - The wings were good BUT needed to cook longer. Not crispy at all, dispite the burntness. The mumbo sauce had a Smokey flavor ofcourse, so please do not expect a "carry out" mumbo sauce flavor on these. If you ever had the Hamilton mumbo sauce, it does not taste like that either. The Hamilton is better to me but these were good as well. I would order again but would ask them to smoke them longer to crisp the skin more. - Gumbo 4.5/5 - This gumbo was really good. It's not the traditional gumbo, but for being chicken only, it was amazing. I take half a point because the bowl was so small. For the price, it should either include some shrimp in it (bare minimum if you're not going to include crab) OR increase the bowl portion. The bowl felt like an appetizer. I was still hungry after eating it and I typically get full fast. - Collard Greens 2/5 - Subpar flavor. They were edible, but I took one bite and didn't want anymore. I give points for not being vinegary. I would suggest adding onions or a little more garlic seasoning or something. I would not order again. Service: 4/5 - We sat down immediately with no reservations. It was a weeknight so it was not crowded. The server was kind and quick with taking orders in the beginning. When the person I was with asked about grilled onions, I felt like that was an opportunity for the server to say that he can check and see but he instead he thinks they only have raw onions. I took a point off for that because to provide great service is to at least check to see how you can meet the customer need if it's possible, but other than that he was good. The other servers that helped out were good as well. Apple Bread Pudding: 5/5 - Delicious. Vibes: 4/5 - Good atmosphere but nothing that stands out. Good outside view of the warf.

    Deviled Eggs
    Danielle H.

    I've seen mixed reviews on this restaurant but my experience was good. They were able to accommodate our large party of 17-18 without any reservations. Despite arriving after 8 pm (less than 2 hours before closing) our servers were kind and the ambiance was nice. Only negative is if you are with a large party, there will be only 1 bill for the entire table. You have been warned. Food: *Devil eggs- Nothing special. Heavily mustard based without spices added. *Family meal- includes brisket, smoked chicken, jalapeño cheddar sausage, beef & pork ribs, & burnt ends, picked onions, pork rinds, white onions, and pickles. The smoked chicken and jalapeño cheddar sausage were undercooked but it was all delicious.

    Courtney A.

    Decided to try Kinfolk for date night. The food wasn't bad at all -- but I did find myself thinking the collard greens and mac and cheese are dishes I personally enjoy more when made at home. The standout for me was definitely the brisket. I ordered the burnt ends, and they were flavorful and tender. The hush puppies were tasty, though a bit on the greasy side. Service could have been better; there were several moments where we found ourselves looking around for our server, who only seemed to stop by when we made eye contact. We also asked about the portion size for the burnt ends, and our server made it seem much smaller than it actually was, so we were surprised by how generous the serving ended up being. Overall, the experience wasn't bad, but if I returned, it would mainly be for the brisket. The meal was enjoyable, though not necessarily something I couldn't make or find better at home.

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    Tara R.

    My husband and I stopped in last night around 7:30 when it was definitely very busy. We were lucky enough to snag two end bar seats closest to the bathroom. We had Aaron as a bartender who was excellent! He was extremely busy but communicated with us the whole time which is all you can ask from a server. Nothing worse than just sitting there unacknowledged. That was not the case here. Aaron immediately greeted us and told us he had numerous people sit at the same time and he would be with us in a few. He provided us water and menus. We ordered the chicken tacos, brisket sliders and deviled eggs off their weekday/all day happy hour menu. All three were great. We then tried a side of the potato salad and the jalapeño sausage. I really liked the sausage and the potato salad was good but seemed pretty standard and basic. We each had a couple beers which were also cheap off the HH menu. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely return if ever in the area. Thanks, Aaron, for the great service and conversation!

    Fried Blue Catfish
    Eric C.

    Ok we were in DC for the week taking the youngin to see the Nations Capital. So we also had to see what the DC food scene was like. Found Kinfolk on Tik Tok and figured we'd try it. I must say I was very satisfied with the choice. The vibe was good, down on the Wharf, you had water people looking like they just got off work, some tourist like us, others celebrating an occasion. Now to the food Deviled Eggs: this were really tasty I do recommend trying if you are into DE. Crab dip: comes out piping hot! It taste really good l. I personally dislike anything that says it has crab in it, but you can't taste the crab. In this you can taste the crab! I had the blue catfish: it came on a bed of something I can't explain it, it had shrimp, veggies, it was kinda like a succotash. Well whatever it was it was good!!! And the fish was fried perfectly it was a great meal. The wife had the fried chicken with Mac and Cheese and greens. The chicken was extremely tender it is brined before fried and the batter was decent. If I hadn't had all the other stuff I would've helped her finish but I was full. The youngin had the ribs. These were ok. A little dried out like maybe this wasn't a fresh batch but you could tell the would've been really good fresh off the grill. Overall I highly recommend this place if you are in the area!

    Crab Dip
    Tee B.

    Celebrated my homegirls Bday and Juneteenth in DC's Wharf district last Friday where we had a late lunch (an hour off and on in traffic smh) @kinfolkdc. The vibe, modern space and customer service were all top tier! Our waiter was professional, knowledgeable and super nice and well paced even with a super busy holiday crowd! The highlight of my food experience was the cornbread (good flavor and texture 3.8/5). The crab dip was ok but we could've used a bit more crab (3.1/5). The "smash burger" and fries were our least favorite (missed the mark for me 2.3/5).

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    Geannine B.

    Breakfast on the Wharf at Kinfolks Southern Kitchen! Offering Exceptional Service as Well as Delicious Food, Kinsfolk was the Place to Be! From the Loaded Brisket Fries to the Steak n Eggs, Kinsfolk offered a Southern Vibe with Classic Cocktails like Strawberry Sunburst Spritz, Southern Sunset Vibes, & Kinfolk Express! Just like Kinfolk, Kinfolk's Southern Kitchen will have You Lit with Good Vibes, Good Food, and Good Drinks!

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    Takia C.

    Decent atmosphere but the food lacked. Burnt ends, mac cheese, brisket, cheese fries ( cant remember the name) . Definitely no to the potato salad. It was okay just not good. Not terrible but wouldn't return. Definitely wouldn't order same food, if someone else offered to pay . Service was great. Bathrooms needed attention.

    Gumbo
    Fatu D.

    As a southerner, I'm always searching for the best southern spot in DC. Unfortunately, Kinfolk was not it. I was genuinely hoping that my theory of wharf restaurants (overpriced but bleh food) would be proven wrong. First, it is a beautiful venue. Sits right across from the dock and stunning view of the water. The decor is also nice and the space is large in general. We ordered the deviled eggs and cornbread. I don't remember much but they were just okay. I preferred the eggs over the cornbread. For my main, I ordered the gumbo and had high hopes. The first bite was straight disappointment. The roux was literally tomato soup and did not taste like any gumbo I've had. Or at least not any real gumbo. The service was okay. He had a lot of tables around so wasn't super attentive but also wasn't terrible. There were points where he would refill everyone's water but mine or completely miss my table in general. Overall, I won't be coming back. It's not bad but for the price, it's not worth it.

    Oysters. $21 for half a dozen
    Jenner B.

    I agree with the general feedback with this place. It' has professional staff, delicious food, and great ambience located on the Potomac, but the price is really high. But you get what you pay for and you are not just paying for the food but the environment friendly service and it's a beautiful setting. Good enough for an important meeting, date, or even a wedding. I recommend the oysters and steak and frites. You get the most from your money.

    Tandoori chicken
    Tamara F.

    I am visiting DC and decided to try Kinfolk Southern kitchen. We ordered food via Door dash. We had smoked wings, crab dip, and tandoori chicken. All of the food was good. The tandoori chicken was a huge portion and can definitely be shared. The reason for 4 stars is because we could not order over the phone to pick up. The only option was to go to the restaurant to pick up an order or get it delivered.

    Deviled Eggs and Cheddar Cheese biscuits with Pepper Jam
    Shawn H.

    I had coworkers in town staying at the Wharf, so I wanted to pick somewhere close to their hotel that still had good food and a welcoming vibe. We chose Kinfolk and it was a solid decision. We started with the cheddar cheese biscuits with pepper jam and the deviled eggs. Both were tasty and a great way to start the meal. I ordered the chicken and sausage gumbo for my entrée. The portion was generous and flavorful, though I would have loved a little more spice. The ambience is great, especially the bar area. It's a good size and perfect for happy hour if you arrive around 6 o'clock. Most people seemed to be walk ins, which gave the place a lively feel. The drinks had good flavor but were a bit watered down for my taste. One coworker ordered a non alcoholic hot drink and enjoyed it, even though he added more water because it was fruit heavy. Service was excellent. Our waiter kept our water glasses full and was always nearby when we needed something. I would definitely come back. Next time, I'd just order my drink on the rocks instead of a mixed cocktail.

    Meka M.

    stopped by Kinfolk DC for happy hour and had a great experience. The bartender was excellent--friendly, attentive, and really knew how to craft a good drink. Every cocktail was well-balanced and enjoyable, making it easy to want to try more than one. The vibe was relaxed but lively, perfect for unwinding after work or meeting up with friends. With solid drinks and standout service, Kinfolk DC is definitely a happy hour spot worth returning to.

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    Our party of 4 arrived with about 30 minute left of Happy Hour so we took advantage and got some…read moreappetizers to share, mussels and crab fries. The mussels were so good! The only thing I needed was some crusty french bread to enjoy the broth. The broth was super flavorful and the mussels were fresh. I decided on the lamb rigatoni for dinner. It had just the right amount of spice and the portion was large enough that I took some home after enjoying the appetizers. Our server was awesome. He was friendly and engaging from the moment we walked in. He knew the menu and made great recommendations.

    As a self confessed foodie, I am always in search of my next great dining experience - and ready to…read morerock and roll back to restaurants that are tried and true. This was my first visit to Kitchen Savages. I had tried walking in without a reservation once before on a Saturday evening, and there were no seats available. So my first recommendation would definitely be to make sure you make/have a reservation because they do get busy (understandably so)!! Overall our brunch experience was good! I started off with the Mimosa Sampler for my drink order; I wanted to try the different flavours that were on offer. These were nice, but I'd hoped the presentation would have been a little better and the mimosas not as heavy with the juices. The food was great! Super tasty and packed with flavour. My husband had the Peach Cobbler French Toast and I ordered the 'Create-Your-Own' pasta. I requested it with salmon, shrimp and spinach, but it only came with the shrimp and spinach. Such a shame, because I can imagine the salmon would have made the dish EVEN better. When the bill came, it had the salmon (which I never got) listed on it - after pointing this out, the server checked with the kitchen, and kindly removed it from the bill. Overall, I would say that we really enjoyed brunch here. I will definitely be back in the future to try the main dinner menu & hopefully there'll be no mixups with what I order and what I get .

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