Hank's Oyster Bar

"A soft shell crab panzanella salad (heirloom tomatoes, juicy peaches, pickled onions, and avocado crema) hit menus at the region’s beloved bivalve bar on Father’s Day. The special runs from Fridays to Sundays at the Dupont original, in Old Town, and at the Wharf." - Tierney Plumb

"Hank’s, known for its urban coastal vibes and cool drinks, serves an award-winning plateau that piles on oysters and middleneck clams on the half shell, chilled jumbo shrimp, seafood ceviche, mussels escabeche, and chilled Maine lobster. The small serves up to two ($75) and the large serves up to four ($142). Available at all three area locations. Drift over to the Dupont original during the month of July for surf tunes, coastal drinks, and seafood at its new pop-up sand bar." - Claudia Rosenbaum, Tierney Plumb, Eater Staff

"This LGBTQ+-owned D.C. classic institution hosts a Golden Girls pop-up the entire month. The entire restaurant transforms into a retro oasis paying homage to Blanche, Dorothy, Rose, and Sophia. Cocktails like the St. Olaf Spritz and Picture It! Sicily join decor modeled after the set’s iconic living room. Bring your Girls and thank them for being a friend. And on June 5 at its Old Town location, a “Rainbow Rooftop Rendezvous” features extended happy hour with DJ Tristan spinning tunes. Each $5 raffle ticket helps benefit SafeSpace NOVA, supporting LGBTQ+ youth in Northern Virginia." - Evan Caplan

"Hank’s is a neighborhood go-to for oysters on the half shell and other “ice bar” selections like peel ‘n eat shrimp or ceviche. From there, move on to a crab cake or its best-selling lobster roll." - Tierney Plumb, Eater Staff

"Restaurateur Jamie Leeds’s light, airy take on fish and chips is always a solid ordering choice at Hank’s. Three pieces of tempura-battered cod comes with Old Bay fries, coleslaw, and tartar sauce ($23). Order online for pickup at its Dupont, Wharf, and Old Town locations." - Tierney Plumb