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Mr. Henry's

3.6 (367 reviews)
ModerateAmerican
Closed • 10:30 am - 1:30 AM (Next day)
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Moderate noise
Happy hour specials
Dogs allowed

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Grilled ham and cheese sandwich
Art R.

Mr Henry's is awesome. We were walking back from the National Art Gallery, and it was lunchtime. With 4 people/different preferences, we started looking for a bite. At first we went into nearby Hawk and Dove, but they only had brunch items, and some of us were looking for something more savory/substantial. One more block, and the answer appeared, like a rainbow after a summer storm. It was the only crowded place today, a good sign! We were seated in about 3 minutes and had a great meal. Son and I both liked the grilled ham and cheese. The ham was great- just the right thickness and perfect blend of salty and sweet. The fried pickles were the perfect appetizer to take the edge off our hunger. My wife liked, but couldn't finish, her breakfast quesadilla. DIL enjoyed the waffle stacker. Wife said the waffle was delicious. One of the most historic places on Capitol Hill, friendly staff, good food, and a unique experience. Highly recommend!

Philly Steak
Leroy R.

Decided to try out this local landmark on a Friday night. I ordered the Philly steak. I wasn't a huge fan of it. Not sure why, it just wasn't fit me. The bread was a miss. And the onions that were supposed to be sautéed were lacking color. The fries were good and my cocktail was really good. The service was definitely the highlight! The server was very attentive throughout the night.

Bread Pudding
Fløyd L.

Was my 1st time visiting. The bread pudding took a while, but when it arrived it was really delicious. The atmosphere was cute and relaxing. Will be returning to try some other stuffs from their menu.

Pesto Burger
John M.

We were visiting DC and looking for a place to listen to some live jazz. Since we were staying in the Capital Hill area, and we found Mr. Henry's, we decided to stop in on their Wednesday Jazz Jam session. Overall, it was pretty fun...here are some of our observations: - We got there around 7:30pm, which was good since the place filled up quickly after that before the 8pm show started. - Service as really abysmal...some of the worst I've had at any place in a long time. First, it took a while just to get menus and water, then the guy didn't even hardly talk to us, and then after we got our food our server virtually disappeared, and no one seemed to be working our side of the room at all. Later, during the show, after unsuccessfully trying to flag anyone down, I had to go up to the bar to get a refill on my beer. And, when we decided to leave, I had to go back to the bar to get the check so I could pay the bill. - Food was not bad, but not cheap for what it is. My wife and I first ordered the fried pickles, which were good, and then we split both the Pesto Burger and the Veggie Quesadilla. Those were both tasty. - The first hour with the professional band was really good. After that, there were a lot of walk-up performances...and while I applaud the concept, some of them really shouldn't be allowed to perform anymore. While I get that that is the concept of the place, the best way to think about the $10 pp cover is that you're paying that for the first hour of music and after that you never know what you're going to get. Bottom line: It was a fun evening, full of locals who obviously love the place. I'm glad we visited!

Small Caesar with crabcake
Rashidah J.

We came for jazz last week and the LLQ band was awesome. We got there a little early to enjoy dinner before the music started. The upstairs area was pretty stuffy and hot. However it was decorated with beautiful art which we took some time to appreciate. Our waitress was attentive and very sweet. We ordered a burger and a small Caesar salad with a crabcake. My husband said his burger was very good and the salad I got was decent. I was really pleasantly surprised by the crab cake - mostly crab, very little filler. I'd definitely come back for a bite and a few drinks again!

Just hanging out with the band members after the show.
Jackson C.

I recently made a quick visit to Mr. Henry's as a going away night out for a dear friend. We made plans to weather the brutal cold (20 degrees), but who likes to stay home all day even though it's cold out, right? The plan was to meet up around 06:30 pm. Well, as you know women are always late (quick duck). lol Moreover, I called up one of my cousins who lives around the corner to meet me. While waiting on both women I decided to order from the menu. I have a traditional thing I do when it's under 30 degrees out: order an Irish Coffee. Well, let me tell you, this was the largest serving of Irish Coffee I've ever had and it was prepared in the best way (Coffee, Jameson Whisky, and Whipped Cream). Just as I received my drink my cousin showed up and we decided to head over to the bar (Bartender, Tim) since she's a regular (CHEERS) I felt comfortable meeting her friends. After another hour, my other friend finally showed up (smh, lol). But that didn't matter because my cousin and I needed to catch up anyway. My food arrived, and lucky for me, I brought my appetite. I ordered the Pulled Pork BBQ Sandwich (tangy BBQ sauce on a toasted Bun, Cole Slaw, real potato chips, and pickles). I was so hungry, that I made a "Happy Plate." If you've ever been here, it's a nice spot to enjoy 'live' music, and that night, they had a Jazz Open Mic where local musicians could play together. It started around 08:00 pm. After hanging out and having fun downstairs we decided to head up to enjoy the open mic and participate. We ordered two more Irish Coffees and enjoyed the entertainment (and gave generous tips to the host and his band) until 11:00 pm. A great experience!

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Cara E.

Yesterday, I met up with a friend from out of town here. I had never been, but needless to say I've stumbled upon another pub to put on my list of places to grab a drink in the district. The atmosphere is very warm and cozy and intimate. I don't know if they have an expansion, but the bar I sat at is pretty small and there are *some* tables, but I'd argue the seating might be limited during peak season / hours. We didn't order any of the cocktails as we kept mostly to basic girl orders (tequila soda), but I saw a couple of them getting made and they looked really good -- especially their moscow mule. After a while, we decided to order food instead of going somewhere else. I got the pulled pork and my friend got the classic burger with everything on it; we also shared an order of half fries / half rings. I will start by saying this place is definitely on the lower end of DC prices, but still expect to spend at least $15 on a sandwich. That said, the pulled pork was flavorful, juicy, plentiful, and I did not feel cheated. My friend's burger also looked VERY yummy: it was a thicker patty, so if you prefer smashburgers this might not be your vibe. The fries and rings we had were good, but the standout were the fries -- they were a handcut, thicker wedge style that was crispy yet super fluffy on the interior. These are a must order. It's worth noting that this place is an LGBTQ+ establishment and apparently a mainstay in the queer community and local music scene -- the bartender told us about how Roberta Flack got her start there! I'm not normally in Capitol Hill, but now I got a place if I'm in that borough. Had a great time.

Annette I.

For me, the ambiance had a definite and rich sense of history here, that I appreciated. On the other hand, other people in our party thought the space was grungy and in need of a refresh. We arrived before Happy Hour ended at 7 PM, and ordered burgers, fries, and Long Island iced teas. The servers and patrons were friendly and exuberant. The food arrived hot, the fries were plentiful and crispy, and the drinks were strong. The other folks arrived after 7, ordered wine and fish dinners, and were not happy with the food quality or the price. In short, keep it simple, utilize Happy Hour, and you'll be satisfied with this restaurant. With a few conditions, I recommend and rate Mr. Henry a 3.5

Keilon L.

I am a fan of this spot. They're my go-to for a midday drink, or lunch. When the weather is pleasant, you can't beat people watching from their terrasse. Their burgers are very well crafted and they've got a couple different patty options making them able to appease all palate types so that's definitely a plus as well. The servers always seem to have a good attitude and disposition so that's definitely appreciated. They've also got a good beer selection as well as a decent wine selection. The bar is a little intimate and I feel like it'll be cool to hang in there on a cool night. There really are no complaints.

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18 years ago

Close to home mainstay. Great food and service,very low key neighborhood place.

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Loved the patio, relaxed atmosphere, and reasonably priced pub food. Our server was friendly and fun to talk to.

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Good, relaxed lunch for the area, with surprisingly decent food. The outside patio makes this place particularly worthwhile.

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