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a.kitchen+bar D.C., Washington DC, DC

a.kitchen+bar D.C.

4.8
4.8
54 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
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a.kitchen+bar D.C.

4.8
$31 to $50
American
Washington

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2 people
21:30
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Located in the West End neighborhood of Washington DC, James Beard Foundation Award-winning Restaurateur Ellen Yin's High Street Hospitality Group brings their acclaimed Philadelphia restaurant, a.kitchen+bar, to the nation's capital. Exploring the seasonality of the Chesapeake, the menu is a culmination of hyper-seasonal American small plates and an acclaimed natural wine and beverage program.

Join us from 4-5PM at the bar for Golden Hour. Our team has thoughtfully curated a selection of off-menu cocktails and bites, perfectly paired to indulge you after a long day. Immaculate vibes, soulful tunes and our talented team await. We look forward to welcoming you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Tue–Fri 07:00–10:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–15:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00–15:00 Bar Tue–Sat 16:00–17:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (202) 591-1515
  • Website
    https://akitchenandbardc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Eli Collins
  • Private party facilities
    a.kitchen+bar dc offers semi-private events for groups of up to forty guests for dinner or receptions. The space is also available for a buyout , we can comfortably accommodate sixty guests for a seated dinner, and up to one hundred guests for a reception-style event.
  • Location
    1010 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20037-2347
  • Area
    Washington
  • Cross Street
    Restaurant entrance is on New Hampshire Ave between Washington Cir and L St
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    The Foggy Bottom - GWU station is a six minute walk from a.kitchen+bar DC. <br /><br />Kennedy Center attendees: There is a complimentary shuttle from the Foggy Bottom - GWU station.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Deep Dive: Manhattan Cocktail Class

    US$75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    4 Dec 2024 only
    17:00
    Join us at our bar for a Cocktail Class in celebration of DC Cocktail Week on Wednesday, December 4 from 5-6 PM! Immerse yourself in the art of mixology with our Beverage Director and cocktail aficionado, Harry Jamison. In this exclusive experience, Harry will guide you through crafting the timeless Manhattan, exploring its classic recipe and a variety of exciting variations that elevate this iconic cocktail to new heights. Delve into the history and composition of the Manhattan, while gaining expert tips and tricks to perfect your own version. To enhance the experience, each guest will enjoy two expertly crafted cocktails, paired with indulgent bites featuring luxe ingredients like foie gras and caviar.
    Deep Dive: Manhattan Cocktail Class photo

  • New Year's Eve at a.kitchen+bar DC

    US$175.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate the Arrival of 2025 at a.kitchen+bar! This New Year's Eve, experience an unforgettable evening with a special prix fixe menu, thoughtfully curated by Chef Eli for the occasion. Send off 2024 with exceptional flavors and an ambiance that's as unforgettable as the night itself. Cheers to a fabulous year ahead! FULL MENU COMING SOON
    New Year's Eve at a.kitchen+bar DC photo

  • Family Style Pre-Fixe Dinners for Large Parties

    US$105.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    A prix fixe menu is required for groups of 7 to 12 guests. Gather your loved ones or colleagues for an unforgettable evening of shared plates, delicious flavors, and warm hospitality. Three courses: Featuring seasonal flavors and culinary creativity. Shared starters & sweets: An array of appetizers and desserts to spark conversation and tantalize your taste buds. Entrée choice: Each guest selects their main course from four enticing options. Pricing: $105 per person plus tax and a 20% service charge to ensure fair wages for our team. Contact a.kitchen@stayaka.com with questions or information about dietary restrictions. A $25/person fee applies for same-day cancellations. YOUR CARD WILL BE HELD TO GUARANTEE THESE FEES, BUT NOT CHARGED.
    Family Style Pre-Fixe Dinners for Large Parties photo

Offers

  • Golden Hour Pairings at a.kitchen+bar

    30 Nov 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
    Tue - Thu - 16:00 - 21:00,Fri - Sat - 16:00 - 21:30
    A.kitchen's Golden Hour pairings will start your evening right. From 4 to 5 PM, our special cocktails are paired with a small snack to get your flavor palate going. Tuesdays through Saturdays only. Outdoors weather permitting.

    Golden Hour Pairings at a.kitchen+bar photo

Menu

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What 54 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
a.kitchen+bar D.C. is a culinary gem in Foggy Bottom, offering inventive cuisine with "incredible food and awesome service." Guests rave about the restaurant's "fantastic food, wine, and cocktails," alongside a cozy ambiance perfect for pre-theater dining. Attentive service and a creative menu make it a must-visit destination.

54 Reviews

  1. Alan

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A $50 “20% service charge” was added to the $300 bill for my party of two, which is not only absurd but did not reverb make sense. Then had the nerve to ask for a top on top of that! Ironically, I would have tipped 25% on the total had they not slipped in a sketchy charge, which if listed somewhere was certainly not obvious, discussed, or mentioned. IMO it was really inappropriate, effectively shortchanging the serving staff, and I won’t be back. To be fair, the fried mushrooms were good as were the fresh oysters. Potato app and rockfish, not so much. YMMV

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  2. Susan

    Washington DC

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Adam really knew the menu and made great recommendations.

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  3. Rita

    Washington DC

    79 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    79 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, a beautiful setting and good food.

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  4. David

    Houston

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful, wonderful, restaurant. Don’t miss it while in DC - or in Philadelphia!

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  5. Hayden

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was exceptionally good and friendly. The food was exciting and felt like fresh takes on some of the classics.

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  6. mollie

    Nashville

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone was lovely! The food and drinks were too.

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  7. Claudia

    Atlanta Metro

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely exquisite all around.The service, attention to detail and the menu 10/10.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and service very attentive. They ran out of the vegan sorbet so we will come back to try it.

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  9. John

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Located below street level in the AKA hotel, this small restaurant exudes warmth and charm. The service is gracious and attentive. My wife and I both began with the gem salad which was delicious but could have been easily shared. This was followed by the tastiest rockfish we had ever had. The panna cotta was a sweet and perfect ending to our meal.

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  10. Janice

    Washington DC

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service from start to finish. Ambience was cozy and in a great location overall. Great price for valet parking!! Sophisticated crowd overall with symphony-goers and local residents mixed in; very close to the Kennedy by car. Crispy mushrooms were excellent but I would get another appetizer to breakup monotony of shrooms. Lamb ribs were a bit too fatty and tuna bolognese was an interesting twist on bolognese. Portions were appropriate in size. I would return

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FAQs

a.kitchen+bar D.C. is rated 4.8 stars by 54 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of a.kitchen+bar D.C. restaurant

a.kitchen+bar D.C.

4.8
$31 to $50
American
Washington

Make a booking

2 people
21:30
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for a.kitchen+bar D.C.

1010 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20037-2347

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Restaurant entrance is on New Hampshire Ave between Washington Cir and L St
  • Area
    Washington
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Tue–Fri 07:00–10:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–15:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00–15:00 Bar Tue–Sat 16:00–17:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    The Foggy Bottom - GWU station is a six minute walk from a.kitchen+bar DC. Kennedy Center attendees: There is a complimentary shuttle from the Foggy Bottom - GWU station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Eli Collins
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://akitchenandbardc.com/
  • Phone number
    (202) 591-1515
  • Private party facilities
    a.kitchen+bar dc offers semi-private events for groups of up to forty guests for dinner or receptions. The space is also available for a buyout , we can comfortably accommodate sixty guests for a seated dinner, and up to one hundred guests for a reception-style event.
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