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    Hen Quarter Prime

    4.2 (180 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSouthern, Bars, Seafood
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Alayah H.

    I forgot to take pictures but headquarter prime was awesome. We came on a day where they did the like bottomless crab, legs, and cornbread, and awesome love the crab legs. The cornbread was fire. They also included drinks on that like bundle so I was able to get like endless sangrias. The sangrias were good. The crabs were good. The cornbread was good. We was trying to take that joint home so bad. The service was good. She was bringing crab legs again and again I was full when I left this place for sure in my whole family was impressed by all of it. This place was nice for sure. I will be back.

    Ask to sit in Ashley's section for great service!!!!
    Maria M.

    On 16 May 2026, my friends and I enjoyed brunch at Hen Quarter Prime. The brunch starts at $45 per person. We upscaled by adding the seafood and endless mimosas packet. Our server Ashley kept our glasses and plates full with mimosas, crab legs and shrimp. The buffet included omelets, waffles, bacon, sausage, chicken, grits, greens, salad, mac&cheese etc. Ummmm If you've never been, and you want great attentive service, delicious food, and inviting ambiance do brunch at Hen Quarter Prime. Our server Ashley made our experience at Hen Quarter Prime special! Thanks Ashley

    Crab legs
    Rob D.

    All you can eat crab legs. Service was ridiculously slow even though the restaurant was empty. Crab legs were overcooked. The shells were like rubber making them impossible to open. Not recommended

    Misha M.

    I visited for the Mother's Day brunch, and I'll start by saying the atmosphere was beautiful. I loved the decor, the music playing, and the hostess stand was warm and friendly. Unfortunately, that's where the experience started to go downhill. The food itself was good, but the service from Jordan honestly put a damper on the afternoon. On such a busy holiday, I understand things can get hectic, but we constantly had to ask for basic things like water and for our dirty dishes to be cleared, and the service was extremely slow and inattentive. I ordered pancakes from the menu. I waited nearly 30 minutes for pancakes because certain menu items apparently had to be ordered separately. And I had to ask about them twice. He keep blaming the kitchen, but I honestly think that it was him. To make matters worse, Jordan spilled water on my daughter's food and on the floor. His shirt was also visibly dirty with food and water stains on the front, which was not the most professional appearance. From where we were seated, we could also see him taking several breaks while the restaurant was busy. I didn't want to complain in the moment because my children planned this outing for me, and I didn't want to put a damper on the afternoon. But for me, service really makes or breaks a restaurant experience. And respectfully, some people are meant to be servers and some people are not. Serving may just not be Jordan's strength. He seemed overwhelmed, extremely slow, and honestly confused for most of our visit. And they were adding 20% gratuity automatically. He did not deserve 20% AT all! He soured my Mother's Day experience which was truly unfortunate. The food and ambiance were there -- the service unfortunately was not. A different server would have made this a five star experience.

    Fried chicken
    Jamie T.

    Let's start with the good, the ambience is super cute, pink decor, I love, and great views and location; service is pretty good- we sat at the bar- however I hate to give this place a subpar review but a real foodie has to come thru and give you the real...the fried chicken was a no it was dry and tasted old. The Brussel sprouts were delicious we got them without pork, super delicious and flavorful. The oysters Rockefeller was really good as well as the steak and fries. Collard greens were flavorless. The fried green tomatoes were bland, just tasted straight cornmeal not a lick of seasoning: the deviled eggs were pretty good as well, also got those without the bacon and enjoyed them. The black eyed peas were decent as well. Lastly, the cornbread was good it tasted like cake. Overall I guess people come here for the specials like the unlimited $69 crab legs. Would I come back maybe but it's definitely not at the top of my list.

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    Michaele S.

    One of the only restaurants in this particular area so we visited for happy hour. Very nicely decorated inside and it seems quite spacious- I need to come back for their brunch. I got the smash burger which came out at the wrong temp at first but was quickly remedied. I cannot remember what I had to drink but it was delicious. A pricier happy hour. The waiter was very pleasant.

    Steak, potatoes and Caesar meal deal
    Zakia J.

    I went to Hen Quarter to celebrate my birthday. They staff were welcoming (Kiki and our server B was great!) I loved their weekly deals and they tasted amazing. Would definitely recommend the steak and old bay wings!

    Snow crab legs
    Nichele W.

    I'd only been to Hen Quarter in Old Town for brunch, so I wasn't sure what to expect here but this location did not disappoint. A few friends and I came for happy hour on a Thursday and were pleasantly surprised to find a bottomless snow crab legs + cocktails deal for $69. Absolute steal. Pro tip: come hungry, because they keep the crabs coming out hot and fresh. Our waiter was friendly and efficient, making sure everything flowed smoothly. We added a few sides: cornbread, fries, mushrooms, and collards... all solid. The drink options were great, too: beer, mimosas, sangria, house champagne, and even a Jim Beam Old Fashioned, which you could mix and match throughout the night. The space itself is huge, which makes it great for groups. The only downside is parking if there's a Nats game (like the night we went), be prepared for limited or pricey options. Bonus: they had live music, and when I say the band and lead singer put on a show, they had the whole place moving. By the time we left at 9:30, people were up dancing and singing along. The lead singer was giving birthday shoutouts to those celebrating. All around, a fun night and definitely worth it.

    Sarah O.

    We came here for their Wednesday night special with a few friends. For $40 as of June 16 2025 you can get bottomless wings and an old fashioned. Nothing can be substituted everything comes as is. They had 3 sauces one went two dry rubs and everything was great. They bring you 20 wings to start then 10 and 10 until you can't eat anymore. Best to come On an empty stomach. Our waiter I believe her name may start with a J she was amazing. Very attentive checked in on us refilled everything so quickly while waiting on several other tables. The food always came out hot. The resturant itself is beautiful there is an indoor and outdoor area and a decent sized bar area. This resturant is also right by the water and the outdoor seating is covered. The fries were so good and salad was perfect not too much dressing everything was balanced perfectly. I will definitely be back

    Takella G.

    Dined at this restaurant while visiting D.C. Unfortunately, I totally forgot to take a picture of the food. We ordered the deviled eggs appetizer which were good. I was craving pasta so I ordered the Seafood Cajun Diavalo. Unfortunately, the pasta was underwhelming. It came out pretty watered down and tasteless. They took it back and returned with pasta that wasn't as watery but still lacked flavor. My friend ordered the Shrimp & Grits and she devoured the dish. No complaints there. Service was great from start to finish. I would have given more than three stars if the pasta had been prepared properly.

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    Watch them at "happy hour." Math doesn't work out! I'm good.... Didn't feel like fighting the bill won't be back.

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    Incredible food options and the service was amazing. I will be back because the vibe, food, and atmosphere was amazing!!

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    Ask the Community - Hen Quarter Prime

    What is the phone number? The number listed doesn't work?

    (202-484-1597) I called on Sunday to gather more information about parking. The hostesses answered. Thanks.

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    Jessie Taylor Seafood - You can get them live to cook at home too!

    Jessie Taylor Seafood

    3.5(346 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    Listen... every time I go to DC, I have to swing by Jesse Taylor Seafood for some cooked blue…read morecrabs. It's just a must! Now I'm not even gonna lie--the prices have definitely gone up a bit. The extra large crabs were $109 a dozen, so I grabbed a half dozen... and BABY... when I tell you those crabs did NOT disappoint!! They were BIG, heavy, and FULL! Not the prettiest things either--rusty, ugly little shells--but don't let that fool you. Honeyyyy, they were sweet, juicy, and packed with meat! I absolutely indulged with zero regrets. And let's talk about that butter I ordered on the side... whew! That just took everything over the top. Shoutout to the guys at Jesse Taylor--they did their thing! Great crabs, great flavor, and always worth the stop when I'm in the area. I'll definitely be back... even if it's just once a year! If you're nearby, go ahead and check them out--they're worth it, for real.

    This review is for the cooked portion of the food. If you love seafood, they have a bunch of cooked…read moreshrimp, crab, soups available and people stand around or go to benches a few more blocks down to eat. Lots of take out as well. Be ready to get messy! I've been at this seafood market for many many markets. Since it's been revamped, prices have gone up. There were smaller stalls that also shut down as a result. So it only leaves Jessie Taylor's standing. The soups were good but I would've loved much more crab in my New England chowder. My partner got a corn on the cob and shrimp and the clam chowder. All were tasty and salty!

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    Fresh fish, shellfish beautifully displayed.

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    Fish Shop - Sourdough bread

    Fish Shop

    4.0(69 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$$

    I visited The Fish Shop for the first time yesterday and left genuinely impressed on every level…read more One beautiful surprise, at least on Saturdays, is the farmer's market that sets up right out front, a gorgeous spread of fruit and vegetables you rarely see in a grocery store. It's a lovely thing to wander through before heading in to eat just a few feet away. The setting itself doesn't feel like Washington at all. With the charming little patio and relaxed vibe, you could imagine you're in another country, and it strikes a wonderful balance between easygoing and sophisticated. Little touches go a long way for me, and they nailed them here: silverware with the lovely illusion of polished silver and elevated stemware that added an extra bit of vibe to the whole experience. The staff were wonderfully accommodating from the start: everything was still soaked from the heavy rain the night before, but they went out of their way to set us up in a lovely shaded spot so we'd stay cool and comfortable. That same care showed up in a much bigger way later, when one of our party passed out from a health issue unrelated to the meal, and the team handled it with calm, attentiveness, and real heart. Now, the food. The brunch menu hits all the classics, chicken and waffles, eggs Benedict with fun variations featuring crab and smoked fish, all the good stuff. I settled on the lobster roll, which was incredibly good, served with Old Bay fries that came out perfectly hot and crisp, exactly the way fries should always arrive, with ketchup on the side. We also tried the tuna tartare and the buffalo oysters, which were a blast: fried oysters with a blue cheese dressing and hot sauce, served in the cutest presentation in shells on smooth lake pebbles. On the drinks side, I had a "Bloody Margaret," a gin-based riff on a Bloody Mary, and it was wonderfully spicy, just the way I like it. The cocktail list overall is playful and worth exploring. Oysters are clearly one of their fortes. They focus on Virginia oysters, so it's a single variety, but they do a lot with it across a range of preparations. There's also a fun Virginia peanut-centric theme running through the menu.

    My best friend and I decided to go here to celebrate our birthdays and graduation. The place is…read morevery clean and nicely decorated. We ordered the shrimp hush puppies and Hawaiian poke. The shrimp hush puppies were just hush puppies; it was not worth the price. The Hawaiian poke looked beautiful, but was just okay. We ordered the lamb chops and curry. It took an HOUR for us to get our food. When it came my lamb chops definitely did not look like they were worth $60; they were extremely small and did not have a lot of meat on them. My best friend said her curry was fine, but it was nothing special. Our waiter was nice, but we often found ourselves trying to look for him and waiting for him to return to our table. The manager originally told us we could have our drinks free (a Shirley temple and a virgin mojito). We had to advocate for ourselves and ask for at least an appetizer off because we had waited an hour for our food. Overall, this place is nice for aesthetics but not for food quality and quantity. My best friend also asked for her food to be boxed and never received the boxed food. We waited so long to get our servers attention throughout the night, so we decided to just leave without the boxed food.

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    Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Oysters

    Rappahannock Oyster Bar

    3.4(395 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    Visited with friends mid-week last week around 6:30pm for dinner and was blown away by the service…read more Our bartender Bary was a genius mixologist and crafted the best cocktails I've had in a very long time. Food service was also super attentive and kind. The bar area was a decently large space perfect for dining inside after a long day. We were lucky enough to have come before the rain and had great views as the sun set. The food was fresh, flavorful, and we loved everything we had. Ceviche, octopus, and muscles were spectacular but loved the fresh oysters too (clearly since I forgot a photo). Will absolutely be back for custom cocktails and great service.

    While waiting for our boat to be prepared, me and my friends decided to stop in the oyster bar for…read moresome oysters to refresh ourselves and get a break from the blistering sun. Long story short the host that was present on Sunday, July 5 was absolutely condescending, rude, and obviously attempting to make us feel uncomfortable. He repeatedly told my friends we need to be paying customers to use the restroom after I informed him. I am a he had a very nasty passive aggressivetone while taking my order to which I absolutely notice he did not give any of other patrons. Although the oysters were delicious, I will not be returning to this location due to this person who went out of his way to make me and my uncomfortable in this establishment.

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    Hank’s Oyster Bar on the Wharf

    3.7(1.2k reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    Visiting Virginia for a few days and luckily, our hosts took us to Hank's because they're…read morepet-friendly. My husband and I are not seafood fans but I had to try. Our group ordered 18 $ oysters, the pulpa, the scallops and the fish & chips. The oysters were fresh so I had several. I even surprised myself. We got a special treat from Alexander, our bartender. He and everyone else are amazing. Would love to come back someday.

    Hank's Oyster Bar I…read morevisited with a party of eight, which included four kids, a baby, and three adults. The restaurant was extremely busy, with the line out the door, so I understand it was a hectic day. However, the service was exceptionally slow. It took over 30 minutes for our order to even be entered into the system, and we waited about an hour for our food, including the appetizers. Our server, Brandon, started off okay after we were seated, but as the evening went on, he seemed distracted and less attentive to our table. With a large group that included children and a baby, we definitely needed more communication and support. The standout of the evening was the management team, especially Brandy. She was truly all hands on deck and went above and beyond to assist us. She was kind, customer-focused, and worked hard to address concerns and make sure guests felt taken care of. She honestly provided the best service we received during our visit. The food had several highlights. The char-grilled octopus was delicious and my first time trying it. The salad was top tier, and the shrimp fettuccine was probably one of the best dishes on the menu. The deviled eggs were good but could use a little more seasoning. The fish sandwich needed more sauce, and the fries and shrimp po' boy were both enjoyable, especially with extra sauce. One thing I didn't appreciate was the layout and accessibility of the restaurant. The space felt overcrowded, and the tables were packed very tightly together. As we were leaving, I had my son in his stroller and there wasn't enough room to comfortably get through. I was disappointed that our server didn't offer to help adjust the table or create a path for us to exit. I also noticed there weren't ramps that would make it easier for strollers or guests with mobility challenges to navigate the space. Improving accessibility and spacing would make a huge difference in the overall experience. Overall, the food and Brandy's exceptional customer service were the highlights of the visit. However, the long wait times, overcrowded seating, and accessibility concerns kept this from being a higher-rated experience.

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    Grilled Branzino with lemon caper sauce over broccolini

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