Hank's Oyster Bar Dupont Circle
14 expert reviews
“Deep in the heart of Dupont Circle is this lively, laid-back hangout, fronted by a sidewalk cafe in warm weather.”
– Frommer's
Concierge
"Hank's is a reliable, casual place to stop in for oysters and clams on the half shell, lobster rolls, popcorn shrimp and calamari, and crab cakes cooked on a griddle."
Lonely Planet
"There are a fair few oyster bars in Washington (slurping raw boys is good for political puffery, apparently) and Hank’s is our favorite of the bunch."
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Travel + Leisure
"Led by chef Jamie Leeds, the small eatery serves classic New England fare and coastal dishes, including griddled crab cakes, fried oysters, and a lobster roll served with old bay fries."
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BlackBook
"Awesome oysters draw a standing ovation from across town."
Gayot
14.0
"Chef Jamie Leeds took Dupont Circle by full gale force, sweeping along the 16th Street stretch like a typhoon."
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