Hank's Oyster Bar Dupont Circle

"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."

"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." Full review

"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." Full review

"Awesome oysters draw a standing ovation from across town."

"Chef Jamie Leeds took Dupont Circle by full gale force, sweeping along the 16th Street stretch like a typhoon." Full review

"Serving five oyster varieties nightly as well as comfort food such as molasses-braised short ribs and deep fried Ipswich clams and popcorn shrimp."

"Offering a daily rotation of oysters on the half shell, Hank’s has become a serious contender among Washington raw bar destinations." Full review

"New England seafood spot with a raw bar." Full review

"Several varieties of oysters daily including their own proprietary mollusk."

"Several varieties of oysters daily including their own proprietary mollusk."