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Kramers

4.5

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

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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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Dung N. 
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2 years ago

My sister-in-law was raving about this place and said the chicken and waffles were the best here. I already had this dish the other day, so I opted for the smoked pork hash. Hubby got the Cubano and she got the chicken and waffles. I also got a pot of tea! Others got cram of crab soup, eggs and potato, and a chili dog. Food came out quick and service was prompt and friendly. The lighting was weird- lots of red, so my photos didn't do the food justice. I enjoyed my hash and the seasoned fries from other plates were so flavo... read more

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Erin B. 
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2 years ago

Food and service was wonderful! It's easy to mess up poached eggs but they did a wonderful job and the breakfast potatoes had a little kick to them which I appreciated! Service was great and very attentive. The one downside was the smell of the place was a little overwhelming and not in a good way. But overall a great place for food! 

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Sabrina G. 
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2 years ago

I stopped for Happy hour and notice that it was also a bookstore, barbershop too. The service was great in the restaurant side but when I got to the bookstore and the staff wasn't as pleasant. But I was able to get two books and I will be back for food and more happy hour. I did purchase food for a guy outside and the guy who was helping me ensured that the guy would get his burger and fries. 

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Zoe B. 
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2 years ago

Super cute bookshop and cafe. I got the pork hash and it was great. The atmosphere was the best part. It's rare that you get to eat in bookstore! It seemed to be a popular spot for locals which is always a good sign. Definitely recommend trying this place out. 

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Alexis S. 
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3 years ago

Kramers is half book store, half restaurant & bar. If you want to relax at a bar that will give you the best Irish coffee while you cozy up to a new book, then this is the place! The food is good, but I would recommend not coming on a Sunday. Sundays are overcrowded and super busy so you won't get the best experience. I love this place! 

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Brittany H. 
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3 years ago

I saw this place on tik Tok as recommended for books and drinks this place did not disappoint. The food was delicious. Plenty of drinks to choose from. I loved the Romance section of the book area. They had Colleen Hoover books and Tessa Bailey. I didn't see Frieda McFadden books. They should get her in store. Next time I will walk around more. The place was busy so a little congested. 

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Joshua P. 
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3 years ago

My wife and I had our first date here so we were so excited when they agreed to let us have our wedding reception here! It's crazy to think this was the only second time hosting an event. Everything went off according to plan. The service was fantastic, the food and drinks were all amazing. Everybody had a fantastic time. I've been visiting this establishment since the late '90s and look forward to many more happy returns. 

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Maria M. 
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3 years ago

Kramers is a D.C. institution that's been around for decades. Heck, I remember browsing the shelves of Kramers as a teenager. Eventually, I became a fan of this bookstore as an adult. But, after a recent visit, I left feeling a little disappointed. Don't get me wrong, Kramers still has an awesome selection of books. You can find a book on just about any subject...fiction, nonfiction, religion, racism, travel...you name it! You can also snag some last minute gifts...socks, mugs, and bookmarks, just to name a few. Can't leav... read more

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Sara M. 
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3 years ago

Spent a while perusing their extensive book selections before enjoying a delicious breakfast to go! Enjoyed the "Kramer's breakfast" which consisted of house made O'Brien potatoes, 4 hearty slices of bacon, toast & two over easy eggs. I felt $15 wasn't too bad for a full breakfast and it was so delicious! I ordered thru Toast.com which was easy! Order was ready in 5-7 minutes and when I picked it up, the staff were so nice and accommodating. 

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How is Kramers rated?

Kramers has a 4.5 star rating with 5,036 reviews. 

When is Kramers open?

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