The experience was wonderful. I had a great conversation with with Fah about her Thai about her culture and I loved how willing she shared a stranger at BB in the brooklland DC. If you come, ASK FOR AFAH. Amazing and Holy Spirit . read more

Sunshine was our waitress and she was extremely friendly and attentive. There was a mix up with my order and she handled it perfectly. As a former waitress myself, I was very impressed! read more

DYLAN! DYLAN! DYLAN! DYLAN! DYLAN! My server Dylan was the absolute best! I'm visiting from California, and it's always a hassle trying to find vegan options that fit my dietary needs, but there was Dylan coming to the rescue. He let me know all the various options for my dietary needs and made tasty suggestions. He was attentive and polite. Can't wait to come back for the breakfast menu! read more

Wow the flavor just burst with the first bite of fried cauliflower. I got the vegan tuna again. ‍ It's so good and it's90+ degrees out here. I had a half sandwich, a few sweet potato fries and 2 cauliflower bits and I'm full. FYI, I'm usually greedy but not to over stuff, I can save some for later. read more

Busboys and Poets - Cauliflower Bites - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Came here for lunch after visiting the church near by. Got the BLT. It was very good. They forgot my side of sauce but it's okay, I didn't want to bother them. Good spot to come to if you're visiting the church or university near by. read more

Busboys and Poets - BLT Sandwich - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Our group came to this location of Busboys and Poets for a HH get-together, and we had a sectioned off room that made it more private. We ordered: +Chicken Wings - these were meaty and had good flavor; the bleu cheese was chunky and creamy +Brussels Sprouts - these were just okay; seemed a bit overbaked +Vegan BBQ 'Chicken' Bites - soy protein cubes dressed in a spicy 'Korean' BBQ sauce and topped with scallions and sesame seeds +the Busboys House Salat - with mixed greens, tomatoes, carrots, and roasted corn +and, mini turkey sandwiches & mini ham sandwiches Service was friendly, but the staff had a difficult time in getting drink orders in, providing refills/utensils, and getting the check. The place does get busy, so making reservations is suggested. Garage and limited metered street parking can be found in the area. +wings +lack of service +garage and metered parking available read more

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The catfish fingers?!?! DELICIOUS! Sunshine, our waitress, described them as hard fried on the outside but soft and yummy on the inside and it was accurate!! As a southerner, I couldn't have been more impressed. The peach bellinis, bacon and cheddar burger, and chicken and pancakes were all great as well. Our service has been truly impressive and we're looking forward to returning just to see Sunshine! read more

Busboys and Poets - Catfish Fingers - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

It's a good chill out spot for me always. I have been to the Columbia and Hyattsville, Md locations but first time to this location. Food was decent and service was quick. I love they that the menu is massive and they have something for everyone. read more

Busboys and Poets - Nachos, Bean and Rice Bowl, Tropical Breeze - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Service was excellent from the lovely and attentive Sunshine. She recommended the sweet potato pancakes with real maple syrup and fried chicken. It was delicious! Wish I lived here so I could come back soon! read more

all I gotta say is miles was great! excellent customer service. He was very polite, patient and fast.

Still love it here. Service is always great. I have no complaints. Busboys is definitely a spot for a meeting if the minds. So it often loud because of the networking etc. But the food is always worth it. Fresh and hot. No complaints read more

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The best food; I've had in a long time! I typically get a Po-Boy. The one in Baltimore does not compare.

I should have checked my last review before coming here and ordering the same thing. Looked liked they split 1 egg to be shared ontop of 2 muffins lol. Bland. Muffin was really soft, which made it difficult to cut thru the ham and egg, all together. I had been fasting so I was hungry but I was still hungry when I left. Waiter was absent for a minute. I was greeted by a "hello and peace and blessings" or something when I walked in, that was nice. Next, time remind me to order something completely different lol read more

Busboys and Poets - Happy hour menu as of 3/2026 - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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My family and I are regulars here; there's something for everyone! Food/drinks: The catfish, sweet potato fries, falafel salad, gluten free friendly pancakes, and bacon are at the top of my list! Oh -- and the brisket sandwich, which has become my toddler's favorite takeaway. GF and DF is easy to navigate. Love that they have fresh OJ on the weekends, and their cocktails (which I rarely get these days) will wake you up! Service: I don't go for the service. They're busy and generally nice, but not really friendly. And usually I have to teach someone down or get something myself. There's one staff member who is my fave and always looks out for us. Ambiance: It's fine; chill. My kiddo loves the book section. I love that they have ample seating. Family-friendly: Definitely. Multiple high chairs available. Would be awesome if the buckles actually worked, but we manage. It's a solid go to for brunch, lunch dates, and take out...we'll see you next week! read more

EATONVILLE SUNDAY SUPPER SERIES (RSVP/Monthly event) let me start off by saying everything was a 10/10. you had to make reservation, submit your food options in advance. (fried chicken, catfish, pork bbq ribs and vegan pasta were the options) Everything came out in a decent time; appetizers, entree and dessert were amazing. Food was hot. I tried both beverage options; lavender lemonade and sweetened iced tea (forgot to take pic). They were delicious but I did add some water to my lemonade. The ambiance was cozy & cute. Nice playlist and you could still hear your conversation. The stick candle on the table added a nice touch. The staff were very pleasant and attentive. I would def book again and just to try different dish maybe the graham pasta bc that looked delicious as well. The experience was reasonable priced $58.40 per person; includes cornbread, appetizer, entree and dessert; I chose breading pudding instead of cheesecake) tips aren't included so maybe bring cash. read more

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Food was delicious. We had the Smoked Brisket Hash, a single Sweet Potato Pancake, and the Burger. The hash was good, but the other two items blew it out of the water! That pancake. So delicious. So perfect. Best pancake I've had so far in DC. And a single one is great for splitting between two people. Also, the Burger was the perfect balance of juicy, thick, and with a great sauce. One of those burgers where you're like "why can't I make them this good at home"? Also, shout out to Ledeya for her wonderful service! Will definitely be coming back. Note: ambiance is def vibes with ornate black ceiling, fun art to look at while chatting, and outdoor patio, and view of the university and the nice architecture. read more

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Excellent burger and fries. We usually get the bacon cheese burger. Great salads, great soups, and the staff is super good. We have had great experiences in groups, as a couple, and delivery. One of our fav Columbus places to go when cooking is not on the menu. read more

Ibrahim was WONDERFUL. Such incredible professionalism during our lunch. There was a little drama with a homeless individual, and Ibrahim handled it with the utmost amount of empathy, kindness and professionalism. He acted well beyond his years, and we were both genuinely impressed. what a wonderful young man. I wish him the brightest future! read more

This is a partial review only because the visit was only for a work organized meeting with catered options. So unfortunately i didn't experience the full menu, but the service was excellent and the staff were friendly! I did get to taste the salad, & sandwich that were catered to the group, in addition to ordering the firecracker shrimp from the restaurant menu for myself. Flavors were good food was fresh! I'll return for a full experience soon read more

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Our server, Ibrahim, is such an extraordinary young man. He was so attentive and made sure my friend and I had a great lunch while handling a difficult situation with dignity and grace. He is a special young man. read more

Ibrahim was fantastic with us having 5 generations of family at the table! Food was great and the ambiance allowed us to all talk!

Fah was amazing! she was very patient and attentive! She gave great recommendations for food. drinks and how to customize orders.

The cauliflower bites were the BEST! Highly recommend it, along with the egg & cheddar burger. Dishes were great all around and service was quick. The library and decor were also a really nice touch. read more

Busboys and Poets - Cauliflower Bites - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Sunshine was amazing! She was pleasant prompt attentive and true to her name. In a world where there are so many jaded people, she brings sunshine into the place. I want her promoted to manager immediately. read more

UBEREATS ORDER: It's like they threw the falafel sandwich together without looking at the ingredients! There were no cucumbers or radishes and the lettuce was slimy and old! I've ordered this sandwich from other locations so I know what it is supposed to look like. There were only 5 falafel balls not the 6 described in the menu. The cup of soup was filled halfway so I paid $5 for 4oz of soup??? Overall, it was a MAJOR disappointment and waste of money since the sandwich tasted old; the pita bread was stale too! Since the food quality is so awful I'm not sure the atmosphere of being inside the restaurant would help. read more

Busboys and Poets - Falafel Sandwich (missing ingredients with old lettuce) - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great fajita and black beans with rice. Thats my go to and of course the Tres leaches cake.

Owner is rude and racist, food was bad, drinks are watered down and overpriced. I won't be going back.

Service was great. Food was wonderful. Our server was very attentive. We were immediately seated and food came quickly.

Max the bartender was great!!! Gave us info on the beers on tap, and have is great recommendations. read more

Have an excellent experience here this morning! Sunshine provided us fantastic service and next time we come I'd ask for her personally. The food and the drinks were great. 10/10 will come again. read more

This was my fiancé and I's first time here and we couldn't have been more satisfied! The food was really good--I kept it simple with the bacon & cheddar burger and my fiancé got the chicken panini (she loved it) but this was one of the first times that I went someplace and ACTUALLY got true a medium finished burger. And it tasted great! The coffee was okay but it was well enough that I could still enjoy it. The overall vibe was nice too. We were able to sit on our laptops and get some writing and school work done after our meals and our servers, Sunshine & Modupe, were extremely attentive and made the entire experience enjoyable. 10/10 recommend people come here read more

Great food but most of all I had an exceptional service from Fah. Very sweet girl very attentive and she communicate well.

I had a very disappointing experience at Busboys and Poets on Monroe Street. This is my neighborhood location, which makes this especially unfortunate because I genuinely love this restaurant and have always enjoyed coming here. I sat at the bar, and the bartender, Jonathan, never acknowledged me--not once. He greeted and served the white patrons sitting on both sides of me, but completely ignored me. After waiting, I eventually had to place my order through the manager. I wasn't even offered a glass of water. When Jonathan abruptly brought me my check, I told him how disappointed I was with the way I had been treated. Rather than listening or apologizing, he argued with me and went back and forth instead of acknowledging my experience or showing any concern. I also spoke with the manager, hoping the situation would be handled differently. Unfortunately, there was no apology or acknowledgment of what had happened. My to-go bag was simply placed in front of me without a word. Everyone deserves to feel seen and welcomed when they walk into a restaurant. As someone who loves and wants to support this neighborhood restaurant, this experience was incredibly disheartening. I hope management takes customer service seriously and addresses how guests are treated so no one else leaves feeling dismissed and unwelcome. read more

I want to start by saying the variety of vegan options here is absolutely impressive. Seriously, they should take pride in that. However, I have to be honest: I go to the free grocery store a lot because... I'm broke. The knockoff chick'n they hand out there tastes exactly like what I had here. Don't get me wrong, I love that chick'n. It's soy protein, and it tastes like soy protein, which is fine for what it is. But for a well-known spot like Busboys and Poets, I was hoping for something with a little more flavor or creativity in their vegan protein. On another note, I also tried their Bloody Mary. It was my first time having one, and I'm glad it was my introduction! read more

Busboys and Poets - Vegan "Chicken" Sandwich Caesar Salad* - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Dylan and Kaydii were great servers. We love the fried chicken and collard greens. It is the best. Dylan was attentive and was quick. Love this place. read more

Zac!!!! Lead server? Needs to be. Touched the table letting us know he was available but it wasn't overbearing. Was honest with recommendations. read more

Love coming to this place. The outdoor seating and people watching are great. I ordered French Toast with a side of chicken. French Toast is pretty standard and the chicken was fried to perfection. Our waitress, Fah, was attentive and kind... she def complimented the experience! read more

I came to this location for the first time in 3 years and this time it was for lunch not dinner like 3 years ago. I had an oat milk espresso (with a refill) and a portbello mushroom shawarma. It was delicious and came with a side Ceasar salad. Busboys is a good place to eat if you're on a budget like myself. They also cater to vegans and Muslims with their halal options. read more

Food was good. My son and I visited for my birthday. Sunshine was out server and she was very kind as my son is learning to order his own food. read more

Everything. Sunshine is amazing. Great customer service! Likely the finest I've seen. Food was great too. I had the brisket hash and my buddy had the vegan burger and spinach. He loved it so much he ordered a second lol. read more