The Red Hen
$$$ • Italian, Cocktail Bar
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1822 First St NW, Washington
(202) 525-3021
About The Red Hen
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Mezze Rigatoni with Fennel Sausage Ragu & Pecorino Romano
Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Balsamic Brown Butter
Warm Chocolate Bread Pudding with Fudge Sauce
Ricotta Cavatelli with Doug
Whipped Ricotta Chrostini
Roasted Maple Panna Cotta
Grilled Spanish Octopus
Wild Mushroom Arancini
Grilled Octopus
Squid Ink Pasta
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Hours
| Monday | 5:30 - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 - 10PM |
| Friday | 5:30 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 10PM |
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The Red Hen is a neighborhood restaurant that offers simple yet appetizing food made with carefully prepared ingredients, resulting in delicious and satisfying dishes. The staff is friendly and attentive, even when guests bring along young children. While the restaurant can get busy at times, it remains a popular spot for both casual dinners and special occasions.
The menu features a variety of pasta dishes, including mezzi rigatoni, garganelli with spicy lamb sausage, and squid ink linguini. The bread is noteworthy, and the arancini are also well-liked. The chicken liver foie gras mousse served on grilled bread with blueberry conserva is highly recommended for its uniqueness. Desserts are divine, with the panna cotta praised as "unreal," and the carrot cake remains a favorite for its moistness, paired with ginger gelato. The restaurant's wine list does not include California wines, but trying something new is encouraged.
Service is top notch, with staff ready to accommodate special requests and make occasions memorable. The vibe is great, and the overall experience consistently impresses guests. Reservations are recommended, often needing to be made a week in advance, but walk-ins are accepted. The Red Hen is known for its superb food, creative menu, and warm atmosphere, making it an excellent choice for both casual and special dining experiences.