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Kramerbooks & Afterwords


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4.5 of 5 stars 170 ratings
170 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
26
4.0 of 5 stars
49
3.0 of 5 stars
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2.0 of 5 stars
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1.0 of 5 stars
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#144 of 1,148 restaurants in Washington DC
  • Cuisines: American, Coffee Shop, Healthy
  • Price range*: $15-$20
  • Address: 1517 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington DC, DC 20008
  • Phone:  (202)-387-1400
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4 of 5 stars
muenk 2 contributions
lancaster pa
Jul 14, 2009

Just returned from a long weekend in DC. We stayed in the Dupont Circle area and went to Kramerbooks for a quick lunch and then Sunday Brunch. Both were wonderful. In fact my son-in-law said that the Corned Beef Hash was the best he ever had. Service was great. Will definitely return!!! more

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4 of 5 stars
J4BFL 14 contributions
Boca Raton
Jun 21, 2009

We went here for dinner because it was close to our hotel & we were tired after a long day of touring. First surprise was the menu - not at all what we expected. It was varied & had such interesting foods on it. Second was the food itself - really very good. I had an asian chicken dish with... more

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3 of 5 stars
iselynjenniep 132 contributions
Denton, TX
Apr 26, 2009

however it was very crowded (saturday brunch), the service was slow, and the menu was overpriced - except for mimosas. those were cheap! more

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3 of 5 stars
Blondie-The-Cat 4 contributions
Oakland, CA
Apr 20, 2009

I had the butternut squash ravioli and, while it was good, I have had better. One companion had the sea bass with garlic mashed potatoes and was very happy with it. The other companion had the crab cake with rockfish. They were both satisfied with their meals. The service, however was brusque and even discourteous. The host was unpleasant and... more

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5 of 5 stars
KristinHartord 3 contributions
Hartford, CT
Mar 21, 2009

For me it doesn't get better than this. I have traveled to DC solo a couple of times for business and have visited Kramerbooks cafe both times, most recently this month and it was just a good as I remembered. While you wait for a table, find a book that you can read while you dine - a perfect place... more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Mar 2, 2009

Great place for Sunday brunch. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 8, 2009

Great breakfast more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 2, 2009

Love it! Cool bookstore and a kickass flourless chocolate cake. more

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1 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 28, 2009

Cafeteria food. Only good thing is the extended hours and the good selection of deserts. more

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3 of 5 stars
Gatraveler-7 32 contributions
Atlanta
Jan 8, 2009

After reading a scathing review, I have to offer another opinion. Yes, it's a cafe, not a fine dining experience. Years ago, I used to go there and marvel at the idea of a coffee shop in a bookstore--what a great idea! So while the novelty has worn off, I think it's a great neighborhood spot. I was there Jan.... more

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Kramerbooks & Afterwords Address

1517 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington DC, DC 20008
Tel: (202)-387-1400
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.