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    Hen Quarter Prime

    4.2 (184 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSouthern, Bars, Seafood
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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

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    Michael R.

    I stopped by Hen Quarter for brunch to spend some time with a friend who was in town. It was my first time visiting and after hearing so much about it, I was excited to finally see what they had to offer. At first glance, the space is beautiful and huge! There is plenty of seating whether you want to hang at one of the bars or dine with friends. It's a great spot for big parties, group dinners or events. For brunch we chosethe all you can eat food and drink option. Some of the food is buffet style and other items have to be requested from the menu and brought out to the table. The food itself was just okay. Nothing was bad but nothing really stood out for me either. I also tried the old fashioneds but found out they were pre-made and weren't great. Overall the experience was just okay for me. I'd possibly come back to explore other items on the menu or check out their happy hour options but i'm glad I finally got a chance to finally visit. I enjoyed the ambiance and the energy of the space and would definitely come back for that.

    Pancakes
    Erika J.

    Came for a brunch date with my husband. We didn't realized that selected number of meals were cooked to order, so it was a pleasant surprise that it wasn't fully buffet. I tried a few items from the buffet and almost every item from the cook to order menu and everything was really good! They have crab legs too! YUM! They have a private room that looked nice and you can rent out for a large party as well. I would def recommend and be back!

    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.

    Taj M.

    When everyone who just dined at this restaurant, asks each other, "how does this place stay in business?" when offering such a good deal for all you can eat crab legs and all you can drink. You know it was a solid meal and the experience was excellent! We had a special occasion, and we all came out for all you can eat crab legs. All you can eat cornbread and all you can drink. The alcoholic beverages were limited to Jim beam old-fashioned, red or white sangria, and a limited draft beer select selection. For all you can drink, you would usually expect a water down lower quality beverage, however, that was not the case. The old-fashioned were very well made. The red sangria was decadent and not overly sweet. And the draft beer was a good old draft beer. Caroline was our server. She was absolutely excellent. She was attentive, polite patient with us. Always making sure we were all taken care of. She helped make our meal even better. The decor of this restaurant is very high class. Visually it's very well, appointed with table, linens, cloth, napkins, and cohesive color scheme. With the decor, high-quality drinks and the high-quality food we were more than happy to pay the $70 for all you can eat and drink. I highly recommend this place. I have to make sure to come back sooner than later.

    Ashleigh T.

    I went here for Sunday brunch and was pleasantly surprised by the tucked away location along the river. I arrived on time but it was sooooo busy/crowded that it took 15 minutes to get help/seated. Once I was finally seated it took 20 minutes for the wait to come over. The brunch menu includes budget items (catfish, chicken, bacon, Mac & cheese, salad, etc) and the items you can order from the server (French toast, biscuits, avo toast etc). I ordered 2 biscuits and a drink ... they didn't come. I had to ask for the drink after 20 minutes (my companion ordered mimosas) and it took an additional 20 minutes for the pineapple. The food at the buffet was very picked over and the condiments were never refreshed. I found it odd that bowls of seasoning were on the table (there has to be another way). I ordered a second drink and again it took forever for it to come. When we were ready to leave it took the server 30 minutes to come and check us out. The food was good, but the service is far too slow and it was really loud in the small, tight area behind the bar.

    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

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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.

    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.

    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.

    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!

    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

    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

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

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    4.9(10 reviews)
    0.5 miNavy Yard

    Came for the Redbull dance your style event. The venue was changed last minute and it seemed to…read morework out here. The food was decent, wings had a good flavor but were not too spicy the fries were not crispy tho :(. The bathrooms were clean and employees very nice

    We found out about the new Sandlot location on Eater DC and were so excited to check it out. You…read moremake a reservation on Tock and can choose a few different package options- we went with the bottomless cold-pressed juice cocktails. It's $250 for up to 6 people and comes with a party platter that had butternut squash wontons, pork belly sliders, fried chicken nuggets, and chicken wings. It ended up being only four of us so the amount of food was perfect! They also had buckets at the tables with other snacks and hand sanitizer which we loved. The cocktails were INCREDIBLE. Each cold pressed juice had a different spirit in it; our favorite was the green juice with the whiskey. I also love that they use good quality spirits because I'm not hungover today! The service was unbelievable, they truly made it such a special experience for us and we can't wait to come back. The tent was warm which we were thankful for given it's getting chillier out. I also love that it's black owned and they use catering and the juices from other black owned businesses. You have to check this place out!

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    Royal Sands Social Club

    Royal Sands Social Club

    4.4(269 reviews)
    0.8 miNavy Yard
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    We gathered at Royal Sands Social Club for a memorial honoring a dear friend who loved tiki themes…read moreand tropical-island breezes. The staff could not have been kinder or more accommodating during such a meaningful occasion. They graciously honored his widow's request to bring a collection of tiki glasses so that each guest could choose a favorite to use and then take home as a remembrance. It was a wonderfully personal tribute, and the staff helped make it feel completely natural and special. The food was delicious and beautifully presented, and the tropical drinks were exceptionally generous--so strong, in fact, that we eventually had to ask the bartenders to go a little easier on us! Royal Sands provided a festive, welcoming setting in which we could celebrate our friend's life exactly as he would have wanted.

    I ordered delivery here for the first time recently after a long day of moving…read more To be honest, any late night sushi delivery can be questionable so I had pretty low expectations to begin with. To say I was pleasantly surprised though is an understatement! The first time I ordered sushi my roll was solid (although the second time the rice was a bit stale.) However, I also ordered the fish tacos and the combination of both were the perfect amount of food for a late evening meal. The Blackened Mahi Tacos (2) had more flavor than I anticipated and were actually really satisfying. Bonus point for the kitchen being open late. I'll definitely be willing to explore the menu more in the future!

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    Dacha Beer Garden Navy Yard - Cocktails to please everyone - vodka, rum, tequila and more!

    Dacha Beer Garden Navy Yard

    3.5(229 reviews)
    0.6 miNavy Yard
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    I think my journey to find the perfect pregame spot before a Washington Spirit game is now…read morecomplete. Dacha is a semi-outdoor beer garden across from Nat's Park and a short walk from Audi Field, making it the perfect storm to collect a massive crowd before a game. We arrived shortly before happy hour ended, about two hours before a Friday night Spirit game and were able to get a table. Dacha did fill up quickly, but with plenty of seating and an open section with standing tables in the center, there was still room to move around. With the glass walls surrounding us, we felt like we were in a garden. The noise level, while high, was not as bad as Solace, and we were still actually able to hear each other. Our server did not check on us as time went by, but she did bring us waters as soon as we were seated, which really exceeds my expectations for a beer garden. Our food and drinks arrived quickly and were super tasty. Both the flagship lager and IPA were drinks I'd order again, and as a vinho verde admirer, I appreciated having that as an option on the HH menu. While the skinny burger is delicious, the real star of the HH menu is the fried pickles, homemade and flavorful and piping hot. I'm eager to go back for another pregame and try the HH cocktail, perhaps sampling something from the regular menu as well.

    Pretty nice happy hour spot for big groups. Large seating areas near the river. It's really hot in…read morethe summer evenings and the value could be better. That said, it's pretty ok. I didn't try any food.

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    3.8(93 reviews)
    0.8 miNavy Yard

    A solid spot before a Nats game, be warned there is a lot of stairs and when we came on a…read moreWednesday, only the rooftop was opened. It was mostly in the shade which was a huge plus on a hotter day. Bar service is ok, it was slightly busy but a bit chaotic. They had a HH so we got a frozen pina colada and a beer - the pina colada didnt have too much flavor but it did have a a pretty strong liquor flavor so at least you didn't feel like it was all sugar. We ordered some fries and I swore they had truffle fries on HH but I guess it was truffle tots but they were able to put together a variety of truffle fries, it was just like a truffle dip on the side and not like the fries mixed in a truffle salt or whatever. Longer bathroom lines and no soap in like 2/4 of the bathrooms so that was unpleasant. Nice spot for one drink but not a ton of seating upstairs.

    Didn't even make it in. We called first, and the phone was cutting in and out, but we did hear them…read moresay that there was plenty of room on the patio. Got to the front door and a heavily "tactical equipped" doorman. It seems we upset him by not properly cueing in an empty line. After getting past this transgression, we asked if we could eat dinner (early ~4pm) and were stopped since we had a less than 21 yr old and he wasn't sure that we could go. Now enter the manager. Manger comes down and says we are fine to come in since we are with the event. We were not. At this point, we gave up and walked away. If you want to get scolded by Blade for entering a line incorrectly, this place is for you.

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    Tap99

    4.4(124 reviews)
    0.8 miNavy Yard
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    Such a fun place! Right next to the Nationals Stadium, great place to try whatever beer/cider/wine…read moreyou might be interested in - just tap the card and serve however little or large amount you want. The food was great, we loved the mozzarella bites. The marinara tasted super watery. Service was super friendly and great. It was really busy and crowded - was also game day so it was expected. Would go back again!

    If you want a place with a good beer selection and fun vibes, then this is the spot. If you're…read morehungry, then maybe try another place first then come here for drinks.... We ordered the Mac and cheese bites but they did not have any Mac.. it was just fried cut up mozzarella sticks. Which is great.. if that's what it was called on the menu. We also ordered a fried chicken sandwich and a pub burger. The chicken sandwich was fine. The pub burger was ... meh. The pretzel bun they brought out was over toasted and looked like it was pretty dry before that. Like it was HARD. No one came to check on us after the food arrived so I had to take my plate to the check out desk to address the issue. Cait took care of it right away; I asked for just a new bun - I don't mind swapping it out myself. But in the end the burger was still just meh. Almost forgot to mention the fries .. not great. They were salted well but the fries themselves were almost chewy. When we checked out, Cait said apologized and mentioned some staffing issues. She offered to get in touch with some sort of compensation but didn't offer to waive our one beer. We left paying full price for everything. Again, fine spot if you just wanted to hang out and drink beer.

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