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    Ben's Next Door

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

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    BEN'S NEXT DOOR ATMOSPHERE

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

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    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.

    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.

    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.

    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!

    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.

    Steak and eggs
    Penaja G.

    This place is nestled inside of what appears to be a hotel. Valet parking available. It's very beautiful with elegant decor. I enjoyed the r&b dj who's volume was at just the right level to not disturb you from talking to your table mates. Our server was so funny. I can't remember his name, but he was an older Asian gentleman. He was very attentive to our needs. I wouldn't say i was a huge fan of my steak, but I'd come back and give other options a try.

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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.

    Catfish & Grits Waffle
    Moriah W.

    Went here for brunch. We arrived early on a Saturday and partook in the bottomless mimosas. We were glad to be provided with a huge carafe of mimosas and actually never needed any more refills past that. We ordered the catfish and grits and the waffles with breakfast fixings. In my opinion the catfish and grits were SO delicious- that sauce that it came with was so delightful, and the cheddar grits were so thick and yummy. My friend enjoyed her food as well. We loved the music. It was a little on the pricier side for a brunch but would come back for happy hour.

    Nisha B.

    We sat at the table for 11 mins before receiving a waitress. She said her tables were changed, or something, and didn't know we were on her tables. Came during happy hour. You have to leave a card on file at first (to prevent people from dining and dashing), but at the end to pay, you have to submit the card again for physical payment. I had the happy hour shrimp quesadilla. This was really good! The French fries were crisp! The shrimp po boy was good, but was said to need more sauce. My niece asked for more sauce, but the waitress must've forgot because she finally brought the lemonade only as soon as I asked for the check... Other niece got the jambalaya. Said it was good but was too spicy for her

    Chili dog
    Daryl G.

    Server was extremely rude. Probably won't ever be back based on that alone. She was very nice to others, but not to us. We got the chili fries and a chili dog. Both were great! You have to order the chili dog as a half smoke!

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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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    I booked reservations on line for two people Saturday 1:30 which was $15pp. the time slots after…read morethat were $17pp. We took a little longer then expected to find a parking spot so we arrived 10 mins late to our booking time. The staff was so nice they slid our time slot by 15 mins so we could keep to the 90min total duration. We were quickly taken to our bay and was provided instructions on logging in to the system and selecting the games etc. the games were sooo fun! It really showed our competitive spirit! There were lines on the ground denoting your level of expertise so it's customizable to your skill level. We order a few drinks which were delivered quickly and tasted fantastic! The decor and vibe was so awesome!! There was so much to see and surprises at every turn. No spoilers but check it out! Of course we will be back!!

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    Lowkey my favorite Sandwich place in all of DC. The people that created this restaurant are…read moregeniuses. I'm speechless when I eat these: RPG The Hot Nug Gotta have it: Cacio e Pepe fries Onion Rings The shallot dip

    I only ever stop by here whenever I'm going to an event at the convention center and don't want to…read morepay for overpriced under-flavored convention food nor fight the scores of illegal food truck mafia members with their unlisted prices, I always seem to forget about it otherwise. But maybe that's better for them too. You can order to-go at the window and/or request a spot in the limited spaced dining/bar area. I've only gotten the Sub Club the few times I've gone here but what can I say? its a fail proof staple that is hard to get wrong and that they do very right. I often pair it with one of their drinks, this time being the spicy ginger ale which was solid as well. There's really not much place to dine-in if you're trying to dine and go - I recommend only using the dining area if you're solo, a couple, or part of a small group (at MOST maybe - a hard maybe - on 4 people) and only if you want to use the bar. One couple tried to squeeze in a baby stroller into the bar/dining area. Its really not suitable for things like suitcases or strollers so if you're in that camp maybe try some other spots because that also made a tiny space all the more difficult to navigate. Also, if you have a mobility device, this might not be the best spot for you either. I've never used their restrooms before so can't comment on that one. I still will say it is good for when you want to grab and go - so if you're in that category, and you like moderately priced sandwiches (for this part of town) this might work for you.

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