Busboys and Poets
$$ • American, Mediterranean, New American
Hours:
450 K St NW, Washington
(202) 789-2227
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Busboys and Poets Reviews
Nice bookstore slash restaurant Cafe. Plenty of space to work and eat or both. Strong wifi as well.The art decorations are amassing. It's almost like being in a gallery. Service is chill, mostly younger with a chill, friendly demeanor - I like it.I ordered the creole shrimp which was sad in terms of portion. It was $18 for a scoop of rice, several pieces of shrimp and vegetable tomato sauce. Want really good nor really bad just meh. I felt it was overpriced. Plus the shrimp could've...read full review
Love coming here! The atmosphere, food, drinks and bookstore are all amazing! Have had so many things here, like the beet salad and the fried chicken. Both are phenomenal gluten free options. The mashed potatoes are an amazing gluten free side. Their weekend mimosas are a great deal too, they have a few great flavors. You can go wrong with any of them.Vegetarian options: The entire menu is phenomenal and has so many vegan and vegetarian options for breakfast, brunch, lunch or...read full review
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Hours
| Monday | 8AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 8AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 8AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 8AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 8AM - 11PM |
| Saturday | 9AM - 11PM |
| Sunday | 9AM - 10PM |
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We arrived around 11:30 on a Friday. It wasn't crowded but there was a line for scooter takeout that those of us waiting to be seated had to wait for the hostess to take care of them. It would be helpful to reduce the bottleneck to have a "runner" handle deliveries only during busy hours. I got the western omelette and cheese grits. The cheese grits came out as a ball in the bowl and were too thick. I wouldn't order either again. My companion enjoyed their salmon dish.This used...read full review