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    William Jeffrey's Tavern

    3.7 (500 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    WILLIAM JEFFREY'S TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Riley G.

    Came for a quick dinner with my friend. We were seated quickly. Our server was very friendly and helpful. We got the ahi tuna nachos, which were very filling, even being split by two people. Be careful if you do not like spicy dishes, because it was very spicy. We also got the crab dip which was a nice portion and delicious. The espresso martinis were really good, the espresso tasted very fresh.

    It's SUPPOSED to be a Maryland Crab Cakes (sandwich). It's just crab mush!
    Tahja P.

    I've been in DC since 1994 and have had my share of crab cakes. Good crab cakes. Bad crab cakes. Ok crab cakes. This was by far one of THE worst ones I've ever eaten! PURE MUSH...SOUPY even! The avocados didn't help the mush factor! The sandwich had old bay potato chips on it which could have helped add some texture. It didn't and they were softened by the raw crab cake and mushy avocado! The only thing that saved this meal is the French fries and I added bacon (on side)! They had some things on the menu that I see have pretty good reviews so I will try again but this meal was a definite MISS!!

    I got the chicken mozzarella sandwich without the bun and with lettuce wrap! Good!
    Emma M.

    Love the food here! The ambiance is good too. Also great service. Great for a date night!

    Lindsey S.

    This place has a fun atmosphere for watching a game, having dinner, or just getting a casual drink. My friends and I went to watch the Capitals game and for some drinks. They had a good selection of food which I am excited to go back and try more of. We got their fries which were delicious and their homemade ranch is one of the best I've had! Our server was the best! They were super funny, joking around with us and having a good time. We felt welcomed as it was our first time there. They had live music while we were there as well and sounds like there's other fun events depending on the day of the week. I look forward to coming back here!

    Christine H.

    WJ Tabern is a good happy hour place if you're lover of wings. Each of the flavors that we picked with legitimately good and I don't think it necessarily has a bad selection of beers. One thing -- the waitstaff wasn't as attentive when I asked for a nonalcoholic cocktail and gave me an alcoholic one. That docks a star but otherwise I think for happy hour prices, it's worth it.

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    Caroline N.

    Visited on a Saturday afternoon, not crowded, and low noise. We were seated quickly and service was quick and efficient, the waitress was also very nice and ensured that any modifications we requested to our orders were honored. The food is great (especially the fries ). WJT also has a great brunch on the weekends which is definitely worth checking out as well. A+++ mimosas! Parking is not a problem as there are plenty of options around (street and garages).

    He provided no service to me but did to my white male friend
    Yan W.

    Want to find a place where all the joy has been sucked out of the world. Come here. This place is so sad. Just sad people sitting around a sad bar looking at their phone. Eating alone. For some reason I was never served. I went with a friend, a white male, and the bartender did not talk to me. He asked my friend for his drink order but when I chimed up he walked away. When he asked for a food order he asked my friend and not me and he walked away. We were sitting next to each other and talking to each other so how could someone in the restaurant industry not know that I wanted to orderdidn't even get to order. Garbage. Don't go here. I did not eat. I did not drink. I left. This ruined our night. I felt bad for my friend because he felt guilty. He packed his food to go. I insisted that he not have to be my protector. I needed to extricate myself because I was so upset. This impacts my impression of the other establishments like dogwood and bear branch tavern (I used to love these places) And don't attempt some canned management response or gift card. Fix your staff and how you treat customers don't bribe me.

    The salmon wrap and the side salad.
    David S.

    At least based on my lunch experience, I'm surprised WJ's Tavern is rated so lowly. I loved the salmon wrap...and they even asked how we wanted our salmon done (and mine was perfect medium-rare which is my usual test of the kitchen's attention to detail). It's a great wrap with wasabi slaw poised against the strong salmon flavor with other delicious bits thrown in...but lunch also includes a wide choice of excellent sides (mine was the fine side salad and my companion's elote corn was great, too, served on two short corn cobs). Service was friendly, if a tad slow (it was an off-hour lunch) and the tavern is a cozy place to hang out. There's a great central TV bar with some hunky slinging drinks and working hard. The sour cherry pie and ice cream for dessert was also delicious. Cheap, no; but I'd go back for that salmon wrap ASAP.

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    Parth R.

    Nothing crazy special but a solid neighborhood upscale-ish bar food spot. Service is quick, polite, and excellent!

    $1 Oysters On The Half Shell
    Jessie L.

    WJT always has really great service, and great reliable meals! With their daily specials and weekly deals, I think that they put a lot of creativity into their menu and customer experience. Some of my favorite menu items are their tempura cauliflower, crispy wings, ahi nachos, and french dip. Of course, their $1 oysters and other raw bar specials on Tuesdays can't be beat for this area. Overall, some of their menu items definitely outshine others, but if you're looking for a solid meal, it's a good choice!

    14oz ribeye with potatoes and Brussel sprouts.
    David S.

    Bartender was cool, they were out of a few beers and the cocktails were weak. The steak was just ok but the Brussels sprouts 0 out of 10 super dry almost burnt. The potatoes were good though. Probably won't comeback

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    4.6/5. Has been amazing the past few years. Food is fantastic!!!!!! Sports have plenty of tv's:)

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    Ask the Community - William Jeffrey's Tavern

    Are there happy hour oyster prices, what days and time? Also, what is the current brunch menu?

    $1 oysters on Tuesdays 4-12pm. I posted a photo of the happy hour menu with days and times. There are a lot of options for brunch and they have an unlimited waffle and omelette station for $20.

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    TLDR happy hour is only at the bar and the food is good but service isn't…read more Came on mother's day and came early, before they were busy. When we made the reservation in advance, we called to ask if happy hour was everywhere or just at the bar; they said everywhere, so we booked a table. Plot twist, it's only at the bar / downstairs :))) We arrived 15 minutes early, so while they got our table ready, we ordered at the bar. 5 stars for the bartender. If I could review her, the host, and the happy hour prices in isolation, I would! They moved us upstairs, we sat down, and immediately saw the menus were different. We asked the gentleman bringing waters about happy hour and he sent the waiter over. The waiter, with about 2% helpfulness, shared that happy hour is only downstairs. I mentioned that we had called in advance to ask. We asked if it would be possible to have that menu or perhaps move. The conversation felt like pulling teeth. He said, with much dismissiveness, it was up to the host downstairs to move and if they had availability and left. (Fair, we move, he doesn't get his tip. An alternative? Give us the happy hour menu, still get your tip. Better yet, just be slightly helpful?) The host downstairs found us a table but shared it was booked at 6:15 so we needed to be in and out. It was no problem because we had arrived before 5 (early, remember?). Although, it took 15 minutes (I timed it!) for anyone to come bring waters or address us as their table. A little hard to operate with urgency when no one takes your order!! I got up, told the host stand, and they sent a server over, and he proceeded to come back all of three times. We also had to flag him down to get our check, while we sat with empty waters that were never once refilled. We had pizza, cod sliders, and half orders of aglio e olio pasta. The cod sliders were more breadding than fish, but the flavor was decent. The pasta was delicious. No five star Italian meal, but it hit the spot and the portion was plentiful. I didn't try the pizza but it was 12 inches, piping hot, and the two eating it couldn't finish it. The food came out quickly and hot. I think we spent under or just about $100 for four folks to have dinner + drinks, so the prices are really solid. Perhaps you get what you pay for though? Both of our male servers seemed annoyed to be dealing with us and mostly unhelpful. Noteworthy mention: there was a female server who was kind enough to bring us a brown paper bag for our to go box. She was running around and her tables seemed well cared for. Disappointed in my experience and the customer service.

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