Ben’s Next Door

Lunch, Dinner & Brunch in the Heart of Washington, DC

Welcome to Ben’s Next Door, a Black-owned restaurant and bar located on historic U Street in Washington, DC. Join us for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, happy hour, and late-night dining featuring Southern-inspired favorites, signature cocktails, and a lively atmosphere made for good food and great company.

Whether you’re looking for brunch in DC, dinner on U Street, cocktails with friends, or a spot to catch the game, there’s always a reason to pull up to Ben’s Next Door.

Three favorites. One flight. Experience Ben’s Next Door’s new Signature Mini Flight featuring The Duke, Frozen Mango Daiquiri, and Henny Sangria—three of our signature cocktails served together for just $20.

Perfect for brunch, happy hour, dinner, or a night out on U Street, our cocktail flights are a new way to sip your way through some of Ben’s Next Door’s most popular drinks. If you’re looking for cocktails and drink flights in Washington, DC, your next round starts here.

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