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Kramers

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KRAMERS IS AN ICONIC INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE, VERSATILE EVENTS SPACE, AWARD-WINNING RESTAURANT, AND ILLUSTRIOUS BAR — ALL IN ONE. SINCE 1976, KRAMERS HAS BEEN THE QUINTESSENTIAL GATHERING PLACE FOR FRIENDLY LOCALS, CURIOUS VISITORS, HIGHFALUTIN FOODIES, HAPPY HOUR REVELERS, COMEDY LOVERS, JAZZ EXPERTS, AUTHORS, INTELLECTUALS, AND FRANKLY, EVERYONE ELSE, TOO. 

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1517 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20036, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Tue8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Wed8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Thu8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Fri8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sat8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sun8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Dinesh Lama 
a month ago

This bookstore is an absolute gem, offering an incredible selection of books alongside a fantastic variety of items like postcards, notebooks, puzzles, kids' toys, and even socks. The inviting café inside adds to the charm, making it a perfect spot to relax. During my visit, I enjoyed lunch from a diverse menu, choosing the delicious Mushroom Ravioli ($19). With great indoor and outdoor seating and friendly service, this place is easily accessible near the Metro. If you're in the area, it's a must-visit! 

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Alexandra U 
2 months ago

Such a fun and packed bookstore! They have everything! Postcards, notebooks, travel, puzzles, kids toys, socks, and of course tons of BOOKS! Not to mention the entire cafe inside. Definitely check it out if you’re nearby! 

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Isobel Spinelli 
a week ago

Loved this bookstore! Great selection, awesome finds, and super cool how there is a restaurant and bar in the bookstore! Cant wait to come back next time I’m in town 

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Carlos Caple 
4 days ago

I had a wonderful time & dinner thanks to an amazing server/bartender named Alexander Martinez and the rest of the staff there! The service was excellent and very prompt, everything down to the detail of the espresso martinis as well as the delicious blackened salmon. I would definitely recommend going there for the food and the extensive book selection as well. Cant want to come back. 

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Hilda Kroll 
7 months ago

Lots of good choices on the menu, so I had a hard time choosing what to get for lunch. I decided on Mushroom Ravioli ($19), which was excellent. Indoor and outdoor seating, great service, convenient location close to the Metro. 

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Kramers has a 4.6 star rating with 4,136 reviews. 

When is Kramers open?

Kramers is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 8:00 a.m.