Kinfolk Southern Inspired Kitchen

This was my first time dining at Kinfolk, and I’m truly amazed by the experience. From the moment I walked in, everything from the food to the service exceeded my expectations. I ordered the fried catfish and the watermelon salad, and both were absolutely delicious. The catfish was perfectly seasoned and crispy, while the watermelon salad was refreshing and full of flavor. I also tried the cornbread appetizer, which was warm, comforting, and a great start to the meal. Our server, Carlyle, was kind, attentive, and professional with a great personality and presence (and yes, he’s tall!). He made sure we were well taken care of. The bar area was lively, playing the game, which added a fun and casual vibe to the evening without being too loud or distracting. Overall, it was a great night out, and I will definitely be back. I highly recommend Kinfolk to anyone looking for flavorful Southern cuisine, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere.

The food was just okay — not terrible, but certainly not memorable. I’ve had noticeably better quality and flavor at other restaurants. We were a group of 15, and while the staff was polite, the service lacked attentiveness and consistency. The highlight was the location — being right on the wharf added a nice atmosphere — but unfortunately, the food didn’t live up to the setting.

My picky 17 year old loves it. Great tasting fries and I believe he drank 4 glasses of sweet tea. He had the chicken fingers basket and loves it. For around $15.00 you get plenty of food for a kid or a teen. I had the deviled eggs for an appetizer and then steak Frites as a main coarse, it's a Ribeye sliced with seasoned fries it was around $45.00. It was delicious and tender. I would definitely recommend this restaurant, I only regret we didn't have time to try some BBQ. It is the only place on the Wharf to get BBQ. Please try this place out, you won't regret it.

This was my second time here. Both were late afternoon/early evening and loved it both times. We started with the deviled eggs, Korean bbq wings and cheddar cheese biscuits. As a deviled egg aficionado I give them a 3.5 out of 5 only because I’ve had some really fancy deviled eggs that blew my mind. These were a tad bit basic but delicious. The Korean bbq wings were amazing, that glaze was different from other Korean bbq wings I’ve had in the past. The wings were fresh. I usually like blue cheese sauce with my wings but the ranch or Alabama white sauce is a better pairing. My husband loved the biscuits and spicy jelly that accompanied it. I thought they were fine but I’m not a bread person at all. For entrees we got the half fried chicken and fried catfish, Mac and cheese and broccoli sides to share. The chicken was fried too hard, almost burnt; possibly from refrying too often. The flavor wasn’t special but probably wasn’t there because of the over frying. They added dry rub but didn’t make a difference. The catfish was perfectly fired and fresh my husband said. The Mac and cheese had a grainy texture and tasted like powered cheese with some real cheese tossed on top. The broccoli would’ve been great just charred with salt and pepper but they added this sweet and spicy sauce and it was not good. The service was impeccable. Our waiter, so sorry forgot his name, was the best. We ordered what we thought would be a pitcher of margaritas but turned out to be a tower that we shared with two other couples at other tables because it was so much. Our waiter kept our glasses filled and checked on us. The atmosphere is vibrant and beautiful. We sat the closest to outside by the window. They also have happy hour.

I came here after a terrible experience at a nearby restaurant where I literally walked out. My service was great and my Server Luis was a stellar gentleman. The food was alright, I truly wish there was salt and pepper shakers on the tables. The atmosphere was decent, the music was just a tad too loud for the time of day. Overall a good experience and I’d come back.

Delicious food!.. I had a Caesar salad and steak & frites. Also order a cocktail and it was really good. It’s a nice restaurant, love the atmosphere and friendly staff. I would definitely recommend it to anyone :)

Was visiting from Florida. Food presentation was great but unfortunately the meat platter was cold which dampened the mood. Looks like food has been kept for a while before it was served. The side dishes were hot. The food tasted OK. For the price point it is expensive. Cost was $458 for 6 guests. Not sure I'd return there.

Nah. I'm from Texas and this wasn't it for me. Sorry. The cornbread was my favorite and the crab dip was good. The catfish filets were extremely thin and weren't served hot. For $35 I was expecting more from the fish, but I think the money went to the location. The decor is very nice and the location is great. I hear they have good drinks but the food was a miss for this southern girl.

Katherina was by far the best server we've ever had, and she made my mother's birthday dinner truly unforgettable. From the moment we were seated, her warm and professional demeanor set the tone for a perfect evening. She was attentive without hovering, anticipated our needs, and made thoughtful suggestions that enhanced our experience. What stood out most was how genuinely she seemed to care--she even made a special effort to acknowledge my mom's birthday, which meant a lot to us. Her exceptional service, attention to detail, and kindness made the night feel extra special. Katherina is a true gem and incredible. She is absolutely a 10/10

Katherine provided excellent service and the food was delicious. This was my first time here and very pleased with my experience.

Quick bar review! Service is really fast. They greeted me immediately and served drinks or any food orders quickly. Huge bar, large restaurant, good for family and friends, casual dress! Personally, I found the pork tacos, a little dry, and I felt that I was getting tired chewing. Could be the day... but would definitely return to try some of their southern entrees since that's what they're known for.

I'm quite embarrassed that I brought my Southern aunt here. You would think it's a soul food place but not a drop of seasoning was in the overpriced food. We HAD TO ASK for salt and pepper because wasn't available and clearly the cooking staff didn't have it on hand either. When we asked for the seasoning, we were looked at like we were crazy. The waiter who brought the seasoning didn't even verbally acknowledge us. Aside from the hostesses, the staff was rude and seemed like they didn't want to be there. The best part of the meal was getting to watch people walk past the window. I bet they were having a better time than we were. After experiencing the restaurant, the name feels quite disrespectful. It was not a proper homage to Black home style cooking nor to Black people. I wonder what kin they were referring to. If you're looking for a nice brunch spot, walk to this restaurant and then keep walking because some of the other restaurants that surround this one offer a wonderful brunch menu. We had the Wharf breakfast, which comes with two pieces of bacon, an egg, half a slice of toast, and two hashbrown squares a little smaller than your pinky. Bland, bland, bland. It wasn't filling, delicious, or distinguishable from a common restaurant like IHOP.

I visited the wharf a few times and always wanted to try this place. FYI all items are a la carte. Reservation: Recommended Seating : seating available in the Sunroom, inside the restaurant or at the bar . I highly recommend seating in the sunroom area. It is a beautiful space. Service: Our waitress seemed knowledge about the menu but it was hard to find her when we needed things. We had to ask other servers for assistance. 3/5 Drink : Strawberry Lemonade 5/5 absolutely delicious Appetizer: Deviled Eggs - I did not like the Dijon mustard flavor 2/5 Cornbread: Very tasty and the whipped butter paired perfectly with it. 4/5 Entree: Catfish - could've been seasoned a little more. 3/5 The chow chow was too spicy for me . Brussel sprouts - perfectly seasoned and a little sweet. I did not like the promergrante seeds but it was great. 5/5 Mac &cheese- was good 4/5 Brisket - tender and juicy Pork ribs- nicely seasoned 4/5 Overall, I enjoyed my visit to Kinfolk. The food was good and the wait time to receive our food and be seated with quick. I would visit again. Although, the service could use some work.

I went to brunch on Saturday with a group and we had a great time! We were seated immediately upon arrival and it was very clean inside. I had a Bellini with avocado toast, hash browns, eggs and bacon. It was a lot of food and I ended up sharing my eggs and bacon. Everyone really enjoyed their meals and left stuffed! I would definitely return again and recommend Kinfolk to others.

I really wanted to like Kinfolk Southern Kitchen. I mean, the name alone gives you hope. "Kinfolk" and "Southern Kitchen"? Sounds like you're about to get hugged by a biscuit and baptized in gravy. Instead, I left feeling like I'd just eaten at three different airport restaurants at once, none of which specialize in flavor. Let's start with the biscuits..you only get 2. Totally not missing the mark, because they never found it to begin with. Dry, bland, and cheddar in theory only. If a Popeye's biscuit and a Red Lobster biscuit had a baby and then ignored it emotionally, it would taste like this. Mac and cheese? I wouldn't even serve it at a potluck I hated. Unseasoned noodles in a vaguely yellow sauce. How do you mess up mac and cheese? It's the Beyoncé of comfort food. This version? Background extra energy. The oysters were not fresh. I should've known better, but I tried to give them the benefit of the doubt. Never again. Everything else tasted like it was a suggestion of flavor, right down to the broccoli, which was somehow both overcooked and under-loved. Now, the fries? They slapped. But then again, fries are the default setting of food. If you mess up fries, you probably shouldn't be in food service. I ordered two cocktails. Neither were available. The kicker? It took a full hour to find that out. First drink? Unavailable. That took 30 minutes. Second drink? Also unavailable. Another 30 minutes. I would've been less thirsty waiting at the DMV. That said, shoutout to our waiter. They actually tried and communicated well. So two stars for them and the fries. The rest? I rebuke it. And let's talk identity crisis. When I looked around our table, it was like we were each in a different Yelp review. My uncle had fish, mashed potatoes, and broccoli. I had oysters and cheddar biscuits. My friend had brisket. The brisket was not seasoned, not tender, and just painfully average. We were seated at the same table, but we were spiritually in three different restaurants. Southern cuisine? This ain't it. It felt more like Pantry Roulette. Overall, I don't get the hype. I really don't like the fact that they're banking on the name "Kinfolk Southern Kitchen" to pander to a certain demographic. The vibe feels like someone Googled "Southern food" and said, "Perfect. We'll do everything but flavor." I give 2 stars for the service and the service alone, otherwise this would be a 1-star restaurant. Don't let the name fool you. This isn't Southern hospitality. It's Southern confusion.

We ended up at Kinfolk for a last-minute brunch when our original spot had a long wait. This place had zero wait time, which made the decision easy--even if it wasn't our first choice. The highlight? Cheddar biscuits. Seriously amazing. Flaky, cheesy, and full of flavor--we liked them enough to take some home. That said, $28 for 8 biscuits (2 orders of 4 biscuits) feels steep, but if you're a biscuit fan, it's probably worth it. The rest of the experience was mixed. Vegetarian options were very limited, which was a bit of a letdown for my wife. The omelette was excellent--fluffy and perfectly cooked--but the hash fell short. Portion was small, and it lacked the zest and mouth feel of meat, hash and what little bit a creama was on the plate. I asked for a substitute for the white bread. Of any other type of bread I specified a type of wheat bread. The waitress said she would ask the kitchen. No response back. Meal comes out with the bread I did not want or ate. It appears substitutes are not possible. Drinks were just okay. No wine list (or at least none we saw), but there was a rotating beer of the day. I tried one of the mocktails, which just tasted like high priced juice--even though they used a non-alcoholic tequila. Service was average--not bad, not great. The overall vibe seemed to attract people avoiding the long waits at other nearby spots, which was definitely our case too. Kinfolk is good if you're in a pinch especially if you're at the wharf on a weekend morning. Brunch is pretty big deal in DC Kinfolk is not somewhere I'd go out of my way to return to--except maybe for those biscuits.

The ambiance was tea! Live, well lit, noise level was acceptable - it was jumping! The food was great as well, beautiful presentation and served hot, with little wait time. Now, the service.... Hmmmm... our server came to the table twice, without us having to flag him down. We had to ask for drink refills, water, extra napkins, and anything else we needed, outside of our order and the check. While it was busy, he could have done better! He just didn't. Because I was with my Sorors and we make our own good time, but the service was certainly a downer. After paying $7.00 for a glass of iced tea (everything else was pricey too), we deserved better - especially with a mandatory 20% tip! Do better Kinfolk!

We walked in very hungry and our party of two was excited to be seated almost immediately even though they were super busy (around 2:45pm on a Sunday). We were seated on the patio and the weather was perfect which made everything even better. We ordered mocktails my friend had the berry flavored one and I had the mockarita which was so flavorful and spicy. We also had the wings (Korean bbq) and the Brussels sprouts as appetizers. Both were decent but were not the most delicious we've ever had. I had the fried catfish (it was panko fried) which is not southern so that was interesting but the sauces and garnishments made the flavor of the dish well rounded. My friend ordered the salmon with mash potatoes and charred broccoli and she loved it. Overall, our price tag was $156 total including at 22% tip. Pretty standard dinner pricing in DC at the Wharf.

We decided to try out their happy hour. The most amazing loaded fries we ever had. The bartenders were very nice and attentive. Drinks are pretty and reasonably priced.

Rating this high because the staff was great with us from the hostess to the waiter! We were seated near The Wharf so had a great view to people watch. Our waiter recommended the cornbread and biscuits which if they come out warm, they're pretty good (as they cooled, they were a bit dry.) My husband grabbed the shrimp and grits, which were okay (but our chef- friend's shrimp and grits is amazing so we're pretty biased). My mom wasn't hungry so grabbed the shrimp cocktail which she enjoyed. I got the tandoori chicken, which needed more flavor but the smoke was good. Good location, cute decor, great interactions we had with the staff, food was okay. Would go back for light bites and drinks if we're in the area again

Love this place. What a great restaurant and a great location. Busy but not overly crowded or too loud. From start to finish the experience here was awesome. We were greeted with a smile at the door and taken to our table. Our server came to the table and was perfectly attentive. Now the food...yes. That's what we came for and all the plates were sooo good. Only got pics of the old fashioned, beef ribs, and crab cakes. However the apps (oysters, cornbread, and crab dip), plus the catfish and salmon were amazing as well. Seems like a place that does it all really well. Can't recommend enough.

Good value if you can use some of their specials--I think drink specials all day at the bar, half-price burgers at the bar on Monday, taco Tuesday, and oysters on Wednesday. The bar servers are busy but friendly and helpful. They don't go out of their way to hurry people at the bar, which is nice in terms of feeling like you can sit and enjoy your food and drink. The passion fruit margarita was good, not super special but fine. The burger was good, again, not unusual or standout but solid for a nice burger place.

Tasty Southern food and BBQ with a friendly staff that did a great job accommodating us. We came here with 7 people (3 kids under 9) and the kids enjoyed the kids menu while also sharing from the Family Platter. If you have 4 or more people, we highly recommend the Family Platter as it not only has a lot of food and great selection, but also is very economical. While a little pricey overall, the food and drinks are good and it's in a great location on the wharf. They have outdoor seating as well for great wharf watching as people head to the nearby Anthem or other activities.

Went to Kinfolk over Memorial Day weekend for a hangover cure type of brunch. DC likes to position themselves as a southern city but I am someone who visits from the Carolinas who is often somewhat wary. I got the cheddar biscuits and gravy with a side of breakfast potatoes while my sisters split the bananas foster French toast with a side of fries. Both were delicious and I often found myself sneaking bites of the French toast. I really enjoyed the chicken sausage. I wasn't quite sure about the gravy being served on top of each of the biscuits, but it really added to the overall flavor. Would definitely recommend!

Went down to the wharf and needed a bit to eat. Looked at the options and settled on Kinfolk. What an amazing decision. My wife and I sat at the bar while we waited on some friends. We started with appetizers. The server recommended the smoked wings and my wife got the cornbread. The wings were DELICIOUS!!! Dry rub was great. They were well seasoned and the chicken fell off the bone. The cornbread was a good size and hot. For entrees I ordered the steak frites and my wife ordered the crab cake sandwich with rice. The steak was JUICY, SEASONED, and TENDER. The steak was also cooked at the right temperature and was gone in a matter of minutes. The French fries were also seasoned well and delicious. My food was gone in less than 10 minutes. The crab cake sandwich was large and my wife could barely finish. Service was excellent. The drinks were delicious and juicy. It was so good my wife ordered two. Overall this was a great experience and I'll definitely be back. Thanks again

Recently dined at Kinfolk Southern Kitchen and really enjoyed the experience. It was a great day to grab a seat on the outdoor patio and people watch. This restaurant is beautifully designed! The aesthetics were 10/10 at every turn. I really fumbled and forget to take a pic of the restrooms. The denim adorned stools at the bar, garden patio, and the overall decor blended perfectly creating a unique and visually appealing experience. For starters, ordered the cheddar cheese biscuits and a Passion fruit paradise Mockarita. The biscuits were phenomenal and were served warm with a spicy pepper jelly. Yum! The Mockarita, a fusion of flavors, was delicious and so were the brussel sprouts. The chicken wings were just ok. My niece ordered some fries which were good as well. The service was great too! I'll definitely visit again.

We were very disappointed with our experience. We were happy to be seated immediately given other restaurants in the area were full but now we know why. The service was horrendous, like some of the worst we have had in a long time. Our waitress knew nothing of the menu, we asked for a full rack of ribs, received what was clearly a half rack which when we inquired and she said it was full and then the bill came and it was half. Our drinks were slow, table wasn't cleared before the runner awkwardly stood over with our food as if we could magically make our appetizers plates disappear, just terrible. As for the food, it was completely overpriced for what it was. We were visiting and would plan ahead next time to make a reservation elsewhere.

It was extremely difficult to find parking. None of the nearby garages were free. After 39 minutes we ended up parking about a 15 minute walk away. The customer service was great. The atmosphere was charming and enigmatic. The food was just ok to me. It seemed like there was some layer of flavor missing from everything. The brisket was tender but not that seasoned. The burnt ends were cooked well but mostly had the bbq taste. The cheddar cheese biscuits needed some additional seasoning. The dirty rice was def a winner. That was very very good. If I was to go back to try anything it would be for the rice.

My friend was having her bday dinner here for Cancer season and since our bdays are a few days apart i came out. My friends got to order food and drinks at the bar before we sat down and i should have done the same. Lol i got to taste my friends deviled eggs which were way too salty but i never even got to order food. The terrible waiter took my friend's order on one side of the table and then left. To give time reference our reservation was for 6pm, it is now 6:40. I see the water finally and ask can we order. So he takes my order, i have my card out to pay as he was closing out each order but he moves onto the next order. The next person paid cash, i still have my card out like maybe when he is done he will come back. Time is now 6:50 and we have a boat to catch at 7:15. The orders come out there is not anything for me. I ask the waiter and he said he didn't take my order. Y'all i ain't even argue i just left. But for my birthday this was how i was treated. I don't even have anything nice to say for this trip.

Great atmosphere here and the view of the Wharf is nice too. But the most amazing thing about this place was our server Maya/mia she was so helpful and very friendly. She even brought my nephew a desert with a cute sparkler in it . She made the whole experience unforgettable. Oh and the cheese biscuits were to die for ! Everyone in our party of 4 enjoyed their meal. Thank you Mya/Maya

Came on a packed night and got seated relatively quickly. Didn't love where the table was, kind of in the walk way but it was fine. The server was nice. The food was good for the most part, the biscuits were great. I did not enjoy the dirty rice, it was very dry. Sent it back but was still charged, Didn't appreciate that. I called and the manager refunded it. I'm a sucker for good customer service. I would give it a second try. Also, I was under the impression it was black owned but it is not incase anyone wondered.

Had such high expectations for this place given the social media hype I saw. I'll start with ambience, we sat outside across the water at the Wharf, so at least this part I enjoyed. I will say the food overall lacked flavor. Then there's the mocktail I tried ordering. The ingredients on the menu said zero proof tequila, fresh passion fruit, peace pure, fresh lime, and pineapple. I sent it back because they put tajin rim which I don't like. Server said she made another but I still tasted something spicy. She eventually was able to explain it's actually the same mix as the cocktail. So I settled with seltzer water. The bbq Korean wings were okay... something about the Smokey and Korean flavors didn't go well together. The deviled eggs had great potential but they were entirely too salty, I didn't even feel safe taking another bite. The cheddar biscuits tasted like cheese stuffed crust from Dominos... maybe that's a good thing to some people. The server raved about how flavorful and tender the brisket was, and it was neither. I wanted to sent the whole entree back but my husband hates being that guy. But I did send back the mashed potatoes. It was drenched in butter, I could smell it even before biting into it. The broccoli was okay but I was so disappointed with the dining experience, I couldn't even eat any further. Sigh.

Great location, great scenery, and great layout. Staff was solid, food was decent, and was an average experience. Food doesn't come sides, which you have to order separate. Waiter wasn't well informed on food items and didn't seem to care about being able to properly articulate what was in each item. Food was also a bit expensive. I guess you're paying for the location and view. Don't think I'll be going back.

The ambiance was nice. The service was just ok. There was some grace given because of it being a large party on a Sunday at brunch . However, we had to ask multiple times for the same items and had to chase our waiter down a few times . The food was ok I had the brisket hash which was the brisket was more of an after thought and appeared in the dish minimally. I did hear that the chicken in waffles was pretty good from another guest. Do not go here expecting to vibe with your kinfolk! I did not see one on staff at the entire restaurant from host to kitchen !

We made our reservation the day of and are glad we did. Visiting from out of town, and we were unaware of the Boat Parade and great restaurant pick with a view of the water. The downside, you can't see the people through the people. I started with a kinfolk martini, and it was a hit for me as I prefer a tequila espresso martini. The cheddar bay biscuits were a 10/10! I had the catfish and it was okay. I'd give a 3/5 and I ordered a side of fries. To the young gentleman that sat us, he was a delight. Our waiter, Keanua, I am showing grace. Because the restaurant was busy so I understand the stress around it. He was moving quickly, so fast, I wasn't done ordering at one point, and he was already halfway across the restaurant . I appreciate him though trying to get to all his guests but you can slow down at least 5 seconds.

Yet another windy/rainy date night found us searching for something new. We found ourselves at the Wharf. This area has undergone so many changes since our childhood that we didn't know what restaurant to pick. I've heard mixed reviews about Kinfolk, but ultimately, we ended up picking the first choice to get us out of the rain. I'm glad we did. Upon entrance you could smell wood burning, we were greeted warmly and seated promptly. I ordered the crab dip, charred broccoli, Cajun rice, with tandoori chicken. All were flavorful although I found the Cajun rice dry. The star was the crab dip! I even got some to go with extra sourdough. My mister got the crab cake sandwich and said he enjoyed it and would get it again. (High praise for him.)

Alexa Play Hate it here by Megan Trainor. Hate is a strong word but for the purposes of this review, yeah. My significant other and I were headed to the Wharf for a show so naturally dinner at the Wharf just made sense. I heard that Kinfolk had just opened so my handsome partner and I took a shot! Okay so the name Kinfolk it's giving real southern appeal. Like maybe someone's mama or grandma will be in the kitchen. I'm sold! I had read all the reviews when the soft opening happened but ugh! I gave it a try. Let's get into it! Mac and cheese - it's giving box placed in an oven. I didn't like. Nothing Kinfolk about this. Noodles and cheese with a lack of flavor in a cast iron dish. Respectfully no! Cornbread - it's giving send it back to wherever it came from. Menu stated $7.25 and we were charged $8.00. Looks around, did we just get robbed babe in broad daylight. Whoa! Ribs - Lawd! Thank goodness we got one thing I was able to smack and lick my fingers for! Oooooooooweeeee! But the price, clutch my pearls. I got it but (shameless plug) 2Fifty is better. Brisket - it's giving alright vibes but not worthy of the price point. It was okay and that was as nice as I can be. Appetizer - Negative review because we ordered and never got the dish. Drinks - They were the only thing we enjoyed, price points weren't shocking, Wharf prices in full effect. Overall, ew! The Kinfolk name is giving a real southern and gave no southern charm. It's giving southern HARM. lol, no really. Chick Fil A seems to hire people who at least can carry a conversation and have personality. Kinfolk needs to take a page out of their management book. Kinfolk needs a southern executive chef to come in and revamp this menu, the ingredients and the serving sizes. It also needs to hire more people with personalities that fit the name. Overall, sorry babe for suggesting this. We tried, we came, we conquered. Off to the next experience. Save YOUR money, skip this place.

Lovely decor and wonderful, vibrant location at the Wharf. A friend recommended this place during our visit to DC. We were quickly seated and our server (Gianluca) was fabulous. We were pleasantly surprised at the aroma coming from the kitchen and excited to order. We started with cornbread, which was nice, then fried green tomatoes. For entrees we went with brisket and pork baby back ribs, both were wonderful. For sides we ordered the mac and cheese and mashed potatoes, both of which left much to be desired. The Mac and cheese was presented in a cast iron mini, but didn't appear to have been cooked in it. It was dry and thick, also bland. The mashed potatoes tasted like instant potatoes from a box. So the proteins were excellent, sides a failure, apps and starters acceptable. This place is worth the visit because the vibe is nice. Nice music not so not loud you can enjoy conversation with your guests. The staff were wonderful - just improve on the sides please. Really 3.5 stars because the guests on either side of us also said their dishes were about average.

Go for the sunset, not for the food We were seated almost immediately during happy hour ina booth with above view of the sunset. The waiter was nice and well informed. As lovers of barbecue we ordered biscuits, chopped pork, burnt ends and some gumbo. The food was not good. I repeatedly asked if this food is southern, I was told "the food is southern inspired." The inspiration is in title of the dishes only. The gumbo was in a tomato base not a typical rue. The flavor of the tomatoes made the dish taste like tomatoes chicken and sausage not as a cohesive dish. The chopped pork dish was supposed to be smoked. The meat was rubbery, with some watery tomato based sauce garnished with pork skins. The burnt ends were that-burnt and fatty, but did not a have a hint of smoked flavor. But the sunset and the service were great! But I won't be back for either.

Parking isn't too bad: Garage, street, valet. You'll eventually find it, but it'll cost you. But, it's worth it. The service was wonderful: No rushing, light banter and laughs, and accommodating when the server recommended we move to a different table for a more comfortable seating, and they were right! All the food came out timely and tasty, especially the Smoked Trout Dip (which I took home to snack on later). Filling food. Plentiful portions. Great service. Will definitely recommend.

The food was amazing we came Twice while visiting DC. Our server Keanu was awesome. The food was excellent. The ambience is amazing no matter if you're sitting inside or outside. If you want some great southern food in an excellent location (wharf) this is the place to be.

Visited Kinfolk this past Memorial Day weekend for the first time. I went with three other friends and had an OK time. The customer service was EXCELLENT but the food was just OK. I was kind of disappointed that they didn't serve things like smoked collard greens or yams and its supposed to be a Southern Kitchen. We also ordered one of those drink towers and the drinks were watered down with ice ($70 btw). Between the four people in my party, the bill was about $400 before tip and I don't believe we ordered that much. The best thing I tasted was the burnt tips and the dirty and/or Cajun rice. That's just my opinion but definitely go and try it for yourself.

The food is was decent here. I think my expectations were a bit different because it was a southern kitchen. Sat at the bar and the service was wonderful, very attentive staff. The drink was strong and flavored just right. Establishment is at the Wharf so the environment is 10/10.

Carlyle was amazing server! He was very thoughtful and carful with our food and make sure we was doing good.

10/10 customer service was AMAZING!! The food was spectacula, I ordered the chicken and waffles and WOW!! The food came out extremely fast and Carlyle our server was outstanding! Best service I've had in DC thus far. I will be back not only because of the food but, also because of the amazing service!

I took my husband here for Father's Day brunch and the food was ok. Our server was Carlyle. He was great. When asked for recommendations, he gave his honest opinion. We sat on the patio which was kinda like an indoor/outdoor space and it was pretty cool. Nice music in the background. Overall, it's a chill spot.

Came to check out Kinfolk for my Nephews birthday, and had a great experience. We were a large party of 24 and the service was wonderful, Carlyle was our waiter and he was attentive and provided great recommendations. With a party of 24, you can imagine that we tried almost everything on the menu. The food came out hot and fresh and everyone LOVED their food. The crab cakes were a hit, The Burger was a classic, Shrimp and Grits had a smoky flavor which was a great surprise. I'd definitely come back to Kinfolk! The open seating and views of the wharf made for a great background and the atmosphere was robust with lots of folks enjoying their evening. Wonderful ambiance!

STOP- TURN AROUND- DO NOT PROCEED TO PATRONIZE THIS SPOT!!! This place is called Kinfolk, but apparently there is a specific kinfolk they are catering to. I was staying in the Wharf area with my sister and niece. We were needing a light bite and dessert prior to calling it a night. We walked in with no reservations. No big deal given that the restaurant was. empty for a Friday night. There were plenty of open tables. We were immediately seated, but that's as far as this experience went. We sat, and sat, and sat longer. There was a table to our right that was receiving service. The staff that provided service to that table walked past us without saying a word. After about 20 minutes someone did fill our cups with water and said a server would be over soon. We waited about 15 more minutes. Several staff gathered at the host stand and just watched us. No one attempted to provide any type of service, not even a hello. We decided we did not want to patronize a company that had such poor service. I did request to speak to the manager. I spoke with JP (is that really his name- he hesitated a little long prior to providing his name ???) and expressed my concern with the lack of service. His response-- sorry about that!!!! Just in case it's not clear--Kinfolk Southern Kitchen is a no for me based solely on the poor customer service! I gladly left and spent my dollar at another restaurant that at least pretended to appreciate that I was patronizing their business.

Had a 6:15pm reservation. We arrived a little early, and we were seated immediately. The first server that came to us took our drink order, however he switched out with another server. A little confused, but all was good. We ordered the she crab soup and cornbread for appetizer. The cornbread was moist inside with a nice crust to it. The she crab soup was good, had a bit of a different flavoring to typical she crab soup but it was very good. For dinner my husband ordered the 2 types of sausage and the burnt ends. He said the sausage was really good, but the burnt ends were just ok. He wasn't sure if it was the sauce or the lack or crispiness. He also had the dirty rice for a side. While flavor was good, it was a bit dry. I had the shrimp and grits. The presentation was as amazing as the meal itself. Perfectly cooked grits, big shrimp, and the sauce was just the right amount of flavoring and spice. Not overpowering. We decided not to have dessert as we were full, but the bread pudding looked great! The restaurant itself had an upscale feel without being pretentious. The views of the wharf were great too! We will definitely be back!

Decided to randomly take myself on a date one Friday night and wanted to try a restaurant I hadn't gone to before. Despite the negative reviews I've heard of Kinfolk, I wanted to give it a chance and try it for myself and i wish I would have stayed away honestly. The ambience and decor was what I expected it to be as it is a southern inspired restaurant. It wasn't anything to rant or rave about but its location at The Wharf gives it a boost for sure. Like the ambience and decor, the service was just as subpar. It took some time for my server to come to my table but when he came, he was pleasant and welcoming. Again, nothing to rant ant and rave about... just okay. For food, I started with the cornbread and it was literally the driest cornbread I've ever had. When I bit into it crumbs were all over the place and I immediately grabbed for my water. After that one bite I knew I couldn't eat that so I let my server know I did not prefer the cornbread and to my surprise he didn't ask why or what was wrong with it nor did he ask if I wanted to replace it with anything else -- given his response, or lack thereof, I assumed that was a common reaction to the cornbread. For my entree, I tried the salmon, broccoli, and mash potatoes. The meal wasn't bad but it also wasn't any thing standout about it. Like everything else, it wasn't anything to rant or rave about. Overall, I do not recommend Kinfolk and certainly will not be returning to try it again.

We were pleasantly surprised by this "southern-inspired" restaurant. Our server was super friendly and people in the restaurant seems to genuinely be enjoying their time there. We tried the chicharonnes with pimento cheese and they were delicious. The raw oysters were on point. We split the tandoori chicken, watermelon salad, and charred broccoli. The chicken while nothing like tandoori, was well-seasoned and flavorful. The watermelon salad was bright, sweet, and fresh. And, the broccoli was charred just right but could have used a bit more lemon. We barely finished and were stuffed when we left. We would definitely try them again.

I was excited to try this location and ignored the unflattering reviews which unfortunately rang true. The service was spotty, the decor matched the concept. We tried the cornbread, deviled eggs, crispy fried green tomatoes, crispy fried oysters, half brisket, Mac and cheese, catfish and she crab soup. For drinks tried the alpine berry iced tea. The corn bread, tomatoes and deviled eggs were fine. The remaining items lacked flavor and were over cooked or dry. The drink in particular was sold as unsweetened but it was really sweet. The manager offered other dishes and complimentary dessert but I lost my appetite and we were just trying to celebrate an accompaniment with some bbq on the wharf. Overall I think this spot needs a menu overhaul if it's going to stay in business.

I stopped in here and grabbed a seat at the bar for a quick bite before meeting friends next door. The place is huge, with indoor and outdoor seating, and it was pretty packed. While I was greeted fairly quickly and handed a menu, I wasn't acknowledged again for a while. I actually had to flag someone down to put in my order, and this was 10-15 minutes after I had sat down. Not the best experience for my first time at this establishment. I ordered the burnt ends, cornbread, and dirty rice. The burnt ends came out hot in a cast iron skillet, and was my favorite thing that I ordered. It was delicious and tender, and I would absolutely recommend. The dirty rice was good as well, and the cornbread wasn't bad. Overall, I enjoyed the items I ate. The poor service was a slight deterrent, but I think I'll be back.

Great service. Everyone at our table of 6 enjoyed their meals except for me. The Mac and cheese I was told was delicious. The fried green tomatoes were not good at all. The breading had no flavor, the cottage cheese on it was disgusting. No. My cousins had the salad and the meat bits. They liked it a lot. So the review is 50/50. They took cupcakes into the restaurant to surprise me for my birthday and the waitress was kind to light a sparkler on it and brought it out to surprise me. I thought that was so sweet of her and my family.

As a southerner... there was no kinfolk nor southerner in the food. I was consistently disappointed. The service was okay, so it is not really on those folks but the food was just not what I would have expected from a "southern kitchen." The dirty rice looked dirty, but lacked flavor. Not sure how you mess up catfish, but that was gross too. The only thing I liked was the cornbread. Cute restaurant though! I think I will still come back to try their brunch.

The food was great and the atmosphere was awesome. I can't wait to visit the Wharf DC location!

Ambiance is very cute and new. Service was nice but the food wasn't to my liking. I did like the calamari app though. And their virgin drink was cute. The shrimp grits wasn't bad, but over priced for it. I've had better for same price. I'm not a huge bbq fan... and if so would prefer rocklands bbq. Or legit bbq spots. But for ambiance I would say this place is nice and also I think their drink menu is pretty cool.