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Kitchen + Kocktails By Kevin Kelley - DCB+

1300 I St NW, Washington, DC 20005 · Restaurant · Downtown

High-energy Southern comfort spot with standout cocktails and several beloved dishes, but service pace, loud music, and auto-gratuity transparency issues divide diners.

Our take

Kitchen + Kocktails delivers solid food quality with standout dishes like Cajun stuffed salmon and shrimp and grits, supported by strong destination appeal and vibrant celebration energy. However, inconsistent execution—particularly long waits and occasional cold plates—and service speed challenges during peak times prevent a higher grade. Moderate review authenticity concerns add uncertainty to the assessment, though the restaurant delivers genuine value for diners seeking bold Southern flavors and high-energy nightlife atmosphere.

One caveat: Service pace can be very slow at peak times; expect delays on busy weekends

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Opening Hours

Monday10:00–22:00 Tuesday11:00–22:00 Wednesday11:00–22:00 Thursday11:00–22:00 Friday11:00–23:00 Saturday10:00–23:00 Sunday10:00–22:00
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