
Established in 2008, Ben's Next Door is a warm and inviting locally owned restaurant and bar for everyone.
We pride ourselves on delicious food at a fair price, unique specialty cocktails, and a great beer and wine list. We are known for our upscale Southern Cuisine, including our signature Chicken & Waffle, Shrimp and White Cheese Grits, Crispy Skin Salmon, and Jumbo Lump Crab Cake. With a 53-foot bar, 9 flat-screens, and great service, it's hard not to fall in love with Next Door.
We’re also available to host your next special event or cater your next party! Contact us at hello@bensnextdoor.com to discuss the details.
Contact
LOCATION
1211 U Street NW Washington, DC 20009
HOURS
Monday - Thursday: 3pm - 11pm
Friday + Saturday: 11am - 3am
Sunday: 11am - 11pm
HAPPY HOUR
Monday: 3pm - close
Tuesday - Friday: 3pm - 7pm
Events + Specials

// 2.14.19 Valentine’s Day
$25 Surf + Turf Special with complementary sparkling wine
// 2.17.19 Late Night Pre-Presidents’ Day
$8 "Here's to 44" (homage to President Obama) cocktail special all night made with Makers Mark - kitchen open 'til 1:45am - bar open 'til 2am
// 2.18.19 Presidents’ Day Brunch 11am - 6pm
with Bottomless Mimosas, Shrimp + Grits, Chicken + Waffles, Avocado Toast
// 2.22.19 National Margarita Day
$3 Margaritas + Mezcalitas
Weekly Specials
// MONDAY INDUSTRY NIGHT: HAPPY HOUR ALL NIGHT
// WEDNESDAY WINE NIGHT: CHEF'S SURF + TURF PLUS 1/2 OFF ALL BOTTLES OF WINE
// SUNDAY BURGER NIGHT: 1/2 OFF OUR BURGERS 4PM - 11PM
Try it topped with crispy bacon, melty cheese, and the classic lettuce/tomato/onion/pickle combo - served with piping hot fries.








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For groups of 11 or more, please email us at least 48 hours in advance: hello@bensnextdoor.com