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Baby Shank, Washington, DC

Baby Shank

4.2
4.2
199 Reviews
$31 to $50
French American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
  • Charming
  • Lively
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Welcome to Baby Shank Restaurant & Bar. Join us for our New Brunch Menu!
Bring a friend or 2, or host a gathering of 300. We offer you a French-inspired menu, including Bavette Steak and Steamed Mussels, or our signature sushi rolls, including the award winning Fish & Chips. Enjoy it with our popular Jalisco Mule, made with Libelula Tequila. And top it all off with the classic Crème Brulé.

News & Notes:
Happy Hour is served Wednesday -Friday in the Bar & Rooftop Bar High Tops
Rooftop Garden - High tops are first come first serve

Baby Shank's historic address was originally built by the National Capital Brewing Co in 1911. The original exposed brick, mansard roof, and arched windows set the mood for guests when they arrive. Warmly lit by chandeliers, the 2 story space has a modern, yet soothing historic feel.

Host your next gathering with us. We have 4 spaces on 2 floors, including an upstairs lounge and rooftop garden. Contact us at Events@BabyShank.com for more info.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French American, American, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (202) 506-4466
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Our exceptional menu and dedicated staff can make your off site catering easy and delicious. <br />Contact us at Events@BabyShank.com for more info.
  • Private party facilities
    Baby Shank has 4 spaces on 2 floors (upstairs lounge & rooftop garden). Host up to 350+ guests. The historic building was originally owned by the National Capital Brewing Co in 1911. Warmly lit by chandelier, and accented with exposed brick, mansard roof, and arched windows. The 2 level space has a modern, yet soothing historic feel.
  • Area
    Dupont Circle
  • Cross Street
    Intersection of U St, 16th St and New Hampshire Ave. S Bucks next door.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Metro: U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo, 1240 U St NW 20009Green/Yellow lines8 minute walk - Head WestBuses:Baby Shank is right next to a bus stop - Buses 90 & 96Stop ID: 1001673U St NW & New Hampshire Ave NWSteps away from Bust drop off - Buses S2 & S9U St NW & 16th St NW
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

What 199 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • District of Columbia

    Innovative

  • District of Columbia

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Baby Shank offers a vibrant dining experience with standout sushi, "amazing food," and "excellent service." The rooftop setting provides a stunning ambiance, perfect for a memorable night out. While some guests noted service inconsistencies, the delicious dishes and cocktails make it a "must visit" for both casual and special occasions.

199 Reviews
  1. Fata

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, great food, great vibe. Overall a good time!

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  2. Chase

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very friendly staff and I really like how they let you make your own mimosas during bottomless brunch. The food was also solid for the price we paid and the location is great if you decide to keep the fun going after.

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  3. Emily

    VIP

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a fantastic culinary experience there with my boyfriend! Our food was cooked to perfection, and my boyfriend’s wine complimented his order perfectly 🙌🏻 I also appreciated that they had many gluten free options (from someone with Celiac, this matters a lot :) ).

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  4. Collin

    Tampa

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The price for two people was quite reasonable, $55 for a three course dinner with a drink, starter, entree, and dessert. I do feel that the food itself tasted quite bland and felt like shortcuts were taken to compensate for the cheap price of the meal.

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  5. MJ

    Frankfurt

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was poor quality. We ordered a medium rare Steak which was cooked well done. The staff was rude and inattentive.

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  6. Alexa

    Puerto Vallarta

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We were disappointed in Baby Shank restaurant week. In our opinion, Restaurant Week gives people the opportunity to access places and meals they wouldn’t otherwise. We did a lot of research and based on the menu choices, chose Baby Shank. The portion sizes were significantly smaller than what their normal serving sizes are based on previous photos. To downsize portions at that value doesn’t seem like you’re getting much value and defeats the purpose of restaurant week. The cocktail menu was different than their online restaurant week menu and our server offered us our choice drink when we pointed that out. The food was ok, but it wasn’t the experience we expected.

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  7. Rin

    Richmond

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Not a great place to host a birthday dinner but a date night here would be cute!

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  8. Rebecca

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a FABULOUS restaurant week dinner! The drinks were boozy, the food was delicious, and the ambiance was just amazing. I would recommend this place to anybody if they are looking for a great value and a good time.

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  9. Danielle

    VIP

    Alabama

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    RW was great. The lamb was amazing. Could have had more. So good!

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  10. Lauren

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came for restaurant week and was blown away. Price included an alcoholic beverage and 3 course meal. Service was great and it’s so cute and cozy inside.

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FAQs

Baby Shank is rated 4.2 stars by 199 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Baby Shank

1602 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009-6210

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Intersection of U St, 16th St and New Hampshire Ave. S Bucks next door.
  • Area
    Dupont Circle
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French American, American, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Metro: U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo, 1240 U St NW 20009Green/Yellow lines8 minute walk - Head WestBuses:Baby Shank is right next to a bus stop - Buses 90 & 96Stop ID: 1001673U St NW & New Hampshire Ave NWSteps away from Bust drop off - Buses S2 & S9U St NW & 16th St NW
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (202) 506-4466
  • Catering
    Our exceptional menu and dedicated staff can make your off site catering easy and delicious. <br />Contact us at Events@BabyShank.com for more info.
  • Private party facilities
    Baby Shank has 4 spaces on 2 floors (upstairs lounge & rooftop garden). Host up to 350+ guests. The historic building was originally owned by the National Capital Brewing Co in 1911. Warmly lit by chandelier, and accented with exposed brick, mansard roof, and arched windows. The 2 level space has a modern, yet soothing historic feel.
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