Proper 21 - K Street

4.6

339 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

16 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 18 times today

Good for business meals
Charming
Good for groups

Proper 21K, brought to DC from the New York City restaurateurs Rob Zahn and Will Strozier that own Manhattan Proper, and Proper West, opening in August 2020. Located at 2033 K St NW, Proper 21K is a high end sports bar serving All American classics with a gourmet twist. Proper 21K is the second DC location of NIEUW Group INC.

Like its predecessors, located in New York City and DC, Proper 21K serves contemporary American cuisine. The space maintains the modern aesthetic and New York style of the Manhattan locations, which have best been described as Tom Ford meets Thomas Edison. The restaurant provides the best audio & visual for sports, corporate functions, nightlife and other events.

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Location
2033 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20006
Phone number
(202) 450-4485
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Sports Bar
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:30–00:00
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
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TRUFFLE FRIESUS$14.99
white truffle / parmesan cheese / malt vinegar aioli / parsley
BIRRIA EGGROLLUS$18.99
braised short rib / fontina queso / onions / consommé dipping sauce
FALL BURRATAUS$18.99
local burrata / heirloom tomatoes / balsamic reduction / watercress / pesto / multi-grain toast points
POKE NACHOSUS$22.99
wonton nachos / seaweed salad / cilantro / marinated tuna / spicy aioli / avocado / eel sauce
GRILLED OCTOPUSUS$18.99
spanish octopus / toasted baguette / baby potatoes in rosemary butter / roasted tomatoes
PROPER WINGSUS$17.99
served plain or with choice of: classic buffalo / korean / sweet chili / bourbon bbq / gold rush / old bay

FLATBREADS

HOT HONEYUS$21.99
marinara / local burrata / pepperoni / spicy honey / fresh basil
BUFFALO CHICKENUS$19.99
crispy chicken / cheddar / buffalo sauce / blue cheese crumbles / watercress / ranch dressing
MARGHERITAUS$18.99
marinara / bocconcini / balsamic glaze / pesto drizzle

SALADS & BOWLS

POACHED PEARUS$19.99
crispy pork belly / red wine poached pears / watercress mix / gorgonzola / fig balsamic dressing / brussels sprouts
TRUFFLE CAESARUS$19.99
romaine hearts / grilled chicken / truffle / charred tomato / thyme croutons
SOUTHWEST CHICKENUS$18.99
romaine / crispy chicken / tortilla strips / cherry tomatoes / cheddar jack / black beans / charred corn / pickled onions / scallions / cherry pepper ranch
TUNA POKEUS$23.99
sushi rice / mango / cucumber noodles / seaweed salad / avocado / crushed wasabi tuna / crispy onions / yuzu aioli
CHICKEN BACON RANCHUS$19.99
fried chicken / applewood smoked bacon / ranch dressing / basmati rice / celery / corn / egg / scallions
BEEF BULGOGIUS$19.99
korean beef bulgogi / basmati rice / celery / fried onions / corn / egg / sriracha mayo / parsley

MUSSELS

one pound of steamed dutch mussels, served with toasted baguette

ANDOUILLE SHALLOTUS$20.99
andouille sausage / tomato sauce / cilantro / garlic / wine / shallot / butter
GARLIC WINEUS$20.99
garlic / wine / cilantro / butter

HAND HELDS

PROPER BURGER
1/4 pound angus beef patty / applewood smoked bacon / proper cheese blend / bistro onions / pickle chips / dijonnaise / potato bun
SMASH BURGER
two smashed angus beef patties / lettuce / tomato / american cheese / crispy onion rings / pickle chips / cherry pepper jam / horseradish aioli / potato bun
SALMON BURGER
wild-caught atlantic salmon patty / sriracha aioli / cilantro-lime slaw / potato bun
- sweet potato friesUS$2.49
CHICKEN CLUB
grilled chicken / applewood smoked bacon / american cheese / lettuce / tomato / bistro onions / sriracha aioli / potato bun
CAULIFLOWER STEAK
cauliflower / ciabatta / tomato jam / avocado / soy marinated cucumber noodles / watercress
- sweet potato fries

SIDES

CAESAR SALADUS$7.99
romaine hearts / parmesan cheese / caesar dressing / thyme croutons
HOUSE SALADUS$7.99
mixed greens / pickled onion / cherry tomatoes / balsamic dressing
SWEET POTATO FRIESUS$7.99
served with a side of our spicy aioli
FRENCH FRIESUS$7.99
seasoned french fries / served with a side of ketchup
BROCCOLINIUS$7.99
broccolini marked on the grill / sautéed with white wine and garlic
MAC AND CHEESEUS$14.99
gouda cheese sauce / rotini pasta / toasted panko
- pork belly or braised beef short ribs or butter-poached lobster knuckleUS$4.99
BRUSSELS SPROUTSUS$12.99
brussels sprouts / pickled onion / gorgonzola / pork belly / korean orange sauce / watercress

ENTREES

FALL SALMONUS$29.99
blackened wild-caught icelandic salmon / fennel glaze / broccolini / charred tomato / pesto / fennel risotto
PORK CHOPUS$30.99
12 oz bone-in pork chop / squash puree / sautéed broccolini / fig balsamic glaze
FISH & CHIPSUS$22.99
alaskan cod / cajun ipa beer batter / seasoned fries / tartar
BRAISED SHORT RIBUS$32.99
7 oz boneless short rib / mashed potatoes / sautéed spinach / roasted baby carrots / oyster mushrooms / demi glaze
SPICY RIGATONIUS$23.99
italian sausage / tomato sauce / basil / garlic / whipped ricotta / thyme

Uncategorised

one pound of steamed dutch mussels, served with toasted baguette

LOBSTER BISQUEUS$13.99
1 oz maine lobster / sotolines / sherry

What 339 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Proper 21 - K Street stands out as a vibrant sports bar with a lively atmosphere and "fantastic food." Guests appreciate the "attentive service" and the variety of menu options, including the popular tuna poke bowl and truffle fries. While some mention service delays, the "great drinks" and energetic vibe make it a fun spot to enjoy a meal and catch a game.

339 Reviews

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John
Dallas3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience. McCallah(?) and trainee Molly outstanding.
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Steve
Orlando3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Decent food and very good service, but very loud. Hard to have a conversation at your table.
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Lynda
San Antonio11 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The meal I had at Proper21 was delicious. They even let me substitute sweet potato fries for mashed potatoes. And the fries were awesome and a lot! Our server was delightful and helpful. So was the host at the door. My friends enjoyed their meals, too! We’re so glad we stopped in!
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John VIP
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a blast in this lively bar, very chatty waitstaff, excellent food, strong drinks and eclectic crowd. My colleague is not a fan of sports bars (while I am an afficiando), but they had a great time. Korean chicken wings! Barataria! Rigatoni! All yum.
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Dana
Richmond16 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Poached pear salad with pork belly…..phenomenal!!!!
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Marcell
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was wonderful… I took my daughter out for Valentine’s Day and I appreciate how they catered to us and was patient
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Danna
Baltimore4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I am NEVER disappointed when I dine in Proper 21. The food is always prepared well and tasty. The Prop wings are my favorite.
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Karen VIP
Washington DC20 reviews
2.0
Dined on 30 January 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
I have had lunch here multiple times but dinner was a bad experience. There was a big event going on and when I went to check in they took us to the event in the bar after not even giving me time to explain I had booked on OpenTable. I did not get the table I had checked in Open Table and when taken to the high top, there were dirty water glasses there. The services was slow, the room extremely loud, and honestly I was embarrassed because I took a friend there based on my positive lunch experiences. Even the food at dinner did not looks as carefully prepped. I am not sure if this was due to the big event or that dinner is less positive than lunch.
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Aneka VIP
Washington DC59 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great business meeting spot in downtown DC! The staff was friendly and attentive. They shared the specials and offered some good suggestions of meal options. We ordered out food and it came out pretty quickly. It was a quiet space for a private meeting. I do plan to come back.
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Katrina
Baltimore4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Loved watching Sunday football here. Cozy, modern with food and sports. Such a Gem in D.C.
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2 people

16 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 18 times today

2033 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20006

Additional information

Phone number
(202) 450-4485
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Sports Bar
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:30–00:00
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Proper 21 - K Street

Make a booking

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TRUFFLE FRIESUS$14.99

BIRRIA EGGROLLUS$18.99

FALL BURRATAUS$18.99

POKE NACHOSUS$22.99

GRILLED OCTOPUSUS$18.99

PROPER WINGSUS$17.99

FLATBREADS

HOT HONEYUS$21.99

BUFFALO CHICKENUS$19.99

MARGHERITAUS$18.99

SALADS & BOWLS

POACHED PEARUS$19.99

TRUFFLE CAESARUS$19.99

SOUTHWEST CHICKENUS$18.99

TUNA POKEUS$23.99

CHICKEN BACON RANCHUS$19.99

BEEF BULGOGIUS$19.99

MUSSELS

ANDOUILLE SHALLOTUS$20.99

GARLIC WINEUS$20.99

HAND HELDS

PROPER BURGER

SMASH BURGER

SALMON BURGER

CHICKEN CLUB

CAULIFLOWER STEAK

SIDES

CAESAR SALADUS$7.99

HOUSE SALADUS$7.99

SWEET POTATO FRIESUS$7.99

FRENCH FRIESUS$7.99

BROCCOLINIUS$7.99

MAC AND CHEESEUS$14.99

BRUSSELS SPROUTSUS$12.99

ENTREES

FALL SALMONUS$29.99

PORK CHOPUS$30.99

FISH & CHIPSUS$22.99

BRAISED SHORT RIBUS$32.99

SPICY RIGATONIUS$23.99

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LOBSTER BISQUEUS$13.99

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