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Shaw's Tavern
Gastropub and Pub$$$$
U-Street, Washington
"Probably the best shrimp and grits I've ever had"(4 Tips)
"all-black Massachusetts 54th Regiment during the Civil War"(2 Tips)
"... 2014 drinks!!! Cucumber Martini, Peach Martini and Stoli Hot Bloody Mary!"(2 Tips)
"fried green tomatoes are GODLY."(2 Tips)
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When I first came the menu was awesome and they played soul music. Now they serve Applebee's style dishes and play multiple Maroon 5 songs each hour. If that's your jam, enjoy.
Diana ThaiMay 14, 2014Excellent Veggie Pizza and one of the best charcuterie plates in the district! Such a fun atmosphere without being too overwhelming or pretentious. U have to check it out!Upvoted Oct 20
Great neighborhood bar with a small, but exciting food menu, as well as a great draft and cocktail list. Fun/well priced happy hour, with extra daily specials!Upvoted Aug 30
Jacqueline Kennedy Bouvier Onasis SmithApril 14, 2012This place recently re-opened under new everything! Owner, chef, and wine and beer! The food is OFF-THE-CHARTS amazing. Try te truffled egg salad sandwich for lunch. Three words for you: OMG!!
CaraSeptember 1, 2015You know you've driven past & been curious about its unique exterior, and the payoff's great: smart new American food and fantastic cocktails. Fabulous piano bar on Wednesdays.
Matt BernsteinFebruary 6, 2017Had our engagement party in the private area upstairs. Everything was fantastic and we loved the space and the service.
I come here often with clients and office neighbors. Great neighborhood spot and good food. Try the shrimp and grits on Brunch Mondays! Yummy- Lauren JensenMarch 27, 2016I'm an out of towner and I love this place, chill atmosphere, good music and the fried green tomatoes are GODLY.
Steve JacksonAugust 6, 2013Blackened cat fish is great. The mashed sweet potatoes with it are great. Also nice to sit outside or by a window.
You get 3 choices of a base pizza: Red, White or Green. Go for the white. The three cheese combo adds tons of flavor no matter what you put on top. Green is the most bland--it's spinach not pesto.
Piano bar theme on wednesdays.get lucky on Fridays/Saturdays with live music. Brunch is not too shabby either. Love this place.
Tasting TableMay 17, 2012Sample the Southern-tinged dinner dishes, and a cocktail menu named for the 54th regiment, one of the first African American units in the Civil War.
Ryan StevensMay 25, 2012The hanger steak was absolutely the best I have ever tasted! And it was Served on a bed of the most amazing potato salad!
Michael WeinbergerAugust 24, 2014Great sandwiches. Outdoor seating is great, especially because the inside area cab get a bit noisy.
Definitely see Derrick the host. He is super friendly and chatty and he will never let your mimosa glass get low!- Eric HaglundJuly 15, 2011The Tavern's namesake, Robert Gould Shaw, commander of the all-black Massachusetts 54th Regiment during the Civil War, was played by Matthew Broderick in the 1989 movie Glory.
Aaron KubeyDecember 12, 2012Amazing food. Their corn hushpuppies are to die for. The Bleu burger and Shrimp n Grits are yummilicious!!!- TanujaApril 15, 2014The BEST spring/summer 2014 drinks!!! Cucumber Martini, Peach Martini and Stoli Hot Bloody Mary!
John StevensonOctober 13, 2015The brunch is a see and be seen affairs. Their burgers are excellent, get them on special.
CaraApril 16, 2012Great location, bad parking...but this place is ultra quaint, brick and wood interior, outdoor patio seating, friendly staff!
Shana GlenzerJanuary 21, 2013Get the Eggs Benedict - you won't regret it! The addition of spinach and tomato is brilliant.
They've made a lot of changes to the menu in the last month. My catfish sandwich was bland and soggy, and the portobello sandwich is only mediocre. The saffron squash is excellent, as is the service.
LauraApril 17, 2012The entrees are great but expensive. If you're on a budget, do the flatbread pizzas. They are amazing!
Usually solid food but service can be spotty. Nonetheless a good venue and good value.
Jessy SchinglerAugust 26, 2011Ask for the veggie platter. It's off menu, comprised of the local veg deliciousness if the day!
Uber DCOctober 16, 20131 free appetizer with your uberX receipt from 10/16/13 - 10/18/13! #DCLOVESuberX
David KarnickAugust 10, 2013It's always noisy inside, so I recommend the patio if the weather's nice.
Michelle StewartMay 4, 2012almost 9 bucks for a 16 oz beer. Rules it out as a place to grab a couple of beers with friends
Bitches Who BrunchJanuary 12, 2014The Bitches Say: A for the comedy, and C- for the food and service, averaging about a C+ for overall experience. The Bitches awarded Shaw's Tavern with the Worst Themed Brunch Award of 2013!
Kelly SimonJuly 18, 2013Beer and cocktail selection: great. Food: don't bother. you'll be disappointed.
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Shaw's Tavern is an exciting DC gastropub located in the heart of the city that brings a seasonal menu and innovative atmosphere to the energetic Shaw Neighborhood. Our seasonal menu offers both a vast array of classic comforts and rustic delicacies.
Closed until 11:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon
- 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Tue–Fri
- 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Sat
- 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
(202) 518-4092
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 9.0
"Best brunch period ...great black pudding worth the wait . staff is very friendly..hp sauce on table was a nice touch"
Alex De Casenave - 7.6
"One of my favourite brunch spots. The cocktails are great, the food is delicious. Brunch ends at 4 pm."
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- 8.0
"Bloody Mary is great. Nice n spicy"
Ashia Boyce - 8.1
"The Gospel Brunch was wonderful!!! The food was very tasty, especially the catfish fingers and apple cobbler. The singing by Harlem Gospel Choir was amazing!!!!! I will def be back."
Kimberlyn Faulkner - 9.2
"Really cool place for a show. Try to get there early for the upstairs stools. Overall, very fun! Bathrooms were also very clean (at least early on)."
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