KOGOD LIQUORS

Extremely disorganized liquor store with shelf placements almost at random within each category. Prices seem reasonable IF that's what they actually charge you. But I was overcharged, and I think the elderly Asian woman cashier (wife of the owner) tried to cheat me, 3x in the same transaction. First, she rang up the most expensive bottle I bought twice and didn't ring up another bottle. When I pointed this out, she tried to justify it by counting up the eight bottles to show there were the same number of items on the receipt. But one item cost more than twice any of the others and she just happened to ring up that item twice... Then she blamed it on the other bottle not scanning, but that makes no sense. Second, when she tried to calculate what she owed me for a refund, she subtracted the post-tax price (10% higher) of the bottle she had missed from the pre-tax price of the expensive bottle. I pointed out the error and she made a big show of twice calculating what she owed me, taking a long time as though she was hoping I'd get impatient and leave. Then she said she couldn't figure out how to do a credit card refund and I'd have to wait for her husband. But she didn't do anything to contact him. Third, she undercounted my cash refund. After we had waited for several minutes, I asked when her husband would be returning. She didn't really respond but eventually said she would give me a cash refund. But her count was $5 short, even though she made a show of counting the bills out loud. I pointed this out & she immediately corrected it. I know people make mistakes, but when someone (the wife of the store owner) makes 3 mistakes in the same transaction that all favor the store, it's too much for me to think it was just a coincidence. Be very wary shopping here.

This liquor store is one of the few businesses remaining in any developed nation in the modern world that doesn’t take credit card. To use a credit card you must spend 10 dollars. It is currently the year 2025.

Easy to miss amazing deli sandwiches inside and above the liquor store. Quick service and an amazing New Yorker sandwich (pastrami, corned beef, provolone & sauerkraut)

Just left the store Haven't seen racism that horrible for years. The gentleman who served me acted like I had ebola. He actually sprayed my money with hand sanitizer before he put it in the register. His wife sat up just watching my every move. I must assume I was the wrong hue for this establishment, wish I'd known before I went in. But I hope this is a warning for anyone else who decides to enter this place of business DON'T!!!

Great selection of wine, good pricing and friendly family running the business.

Very expensive and zero organization. Every liquor is mixed in a hodgepodge

No snacks. Its not a convenience store. Its only for alcohol.

Good prices, great carrot cake....but I bit down on a piece of unidentified, inedible, and solid chuck (see picture). I'm lucky I didn't crack my tooth.

This liquor store was across the street from our hotel, so we decided to stop by and stock up on goodies and spirits. This place sticks out like a sore thumb; it's right on the corner AND it's next to a fire station, so you can't miss it. Everything was well organized and easy to find. Checkout was a breeze. We grabbed what we needed and dipped out. The prices were similar to what we've paid on our side of town, so that was surprising, considering the area. There's a deli upstairs. Weird, yet intriguing. They were closed during our visit, but I definitely wanna check it out for breakfast or lunch one of these days. __ I eat. @f.hux I thrift. @DCthriftish

Horrible customer service. This place doesn't even deserve a one. I was purchasing lottery tickets from the kiosk. I added my monies but only $2 displayed the kiosk. Message appeared on screen for service. I contacted the manager/owner and explained that I had added monies . I told him the amount that I put in the kiosk and it wasn't displayed. The manager/owner opened the machine, removed the crumbled bills from the slot and put them in his pocket and gave me $2 because that was displayed on the kiosk. The manager/owner was very rude. A customer was in store and informed me that the same thing happened to him so he doesn't use the kiosk anymore. I guess he doesn't want to repair the kiosk. Really?

Updating my review with the sad news that the upstairs deli is permanently closed. Even with reduced hours, this is still the place for liquor on this side of Capitol Hill.

The staff was nice and they had plenty variety of alcohol. They lacked options like soda or other mixers.

Or a bad little store, fair selection of wine and beer. However, they don't seem to give a shit if their price tags match the prices they charge. "The price says xx.xx" reply "No, it's yy.yy." That argument went on for a few minutes between the shop owner and my wife. We subsequently found somewhere else to buy some wine.

Pre Covid I would buy ice here for our office parties. I tried to do so today. The Ice freezer was disconnected. Kogod staff sent me to WalMart, instead. Sooo.. save yourself the trip her for ice.

I cannot speak of the deli inside here, so this review will focus on the liquors part. When you walk in you are greeted by aisle after aisle of all types of alcohol. The deli which I cannot speak up is located up a set of steps to the left. I don't even know why I attempted to browse here when I already knew exactly what I wanted. I guess it's a force of habit. I grabbed what I wanted and headed to the register to pay. Once there it was like I was two years old again, barely able to reach the counter top, and asking for a snack. The guy that I had an interaction with was kind of unpleasant. Very monotone, no eye contact and kind of hurrying me out of the way for more alone time for himself. Good thing that you work in a retail job.

Good resource for beverages if you know what you are looking for, with a somewhat uneven pricing policy. I was happy to find a couple of quality craft IPAs at market price (10.99/6) but a half liter bottle of diet coke was $2.59. There's a Pappy box in the display window below the counter, no idea if there is anything in it. The managers are Korean and they told me the cafe food is currently available for breakfast and lunch only. I was there in the evening both times so didn't get to try it.

So we tried the deli last night after reading some Yelp reviews. For the price this place is pretty damn good. We had a philly cheese steak and 2 chicken chipotles. Both were freshly cooked by the friendly chef. Packed really nicely and priced well. The chipotle was juicy, not too much, just right. It had a great charcoally taste but not too much and would get again. The philly cheese steak was ok, well sized, but lacked some taste, it had not standout taste, maybe it needed salt, I don't know. Anyway, I'd go back, an try more things.

I needed to pick up some beverages to bring back to my hotel room. The stuff in the hotel shop was way overpriced. I found this little liquor store and also purchased snacks for my flight home to avoid airport prices as well as water and tea. The clerk was super nice. What was funny was that they had wine from a little town near where I live in California.

JANKY! This shithole was next to our hotel, and smells like your grandmother's house. After being shut for the entire winter. Smelly. Smudgy doors, lotto clutter, shady characters, dirt. Weird selection of grooming products as if you're on your way to a by-the-hour motel. Wines way past their prime, and overpriced. Some good deals, but some old crap that should have been relegated to "cooking wine" months ago. Regardless, it's a convenient place next to our hotel to get beverages . . . juice, club soda, wine, ginger ale, booze to avoid the damn expen$ive drinks at our hotel bar. Just get there before 9 PM!

On my trip to DC I stumbled upon a quaint little liquor store on the corner from my hotel that also happens to offer quick delicious breakfast in the morning. This was very convenient & a nice little find! The staff was very friendly & have a variety of items.

Happy to see that they carry a few of my favorites from my home in California, Klinker Brick and J Lohr.

It was good for the price. The cheese on my omelette was processed american cheese. The service was quick and the workers were nice

The deli is actually on the second floor. Liquor store Is nicer than expected on the inside. We Arrived at 11:40 am on a Friday to grab a quick bite. Service is ok - pretty rude. Food took a bit longer than expected. You order, wait for your food, take your food, then go back downstairs to pay. We ordered: Chicken breast and avocado - toasty bun, moist chicken breast, and a smidgen of avocado. Tomatoes, lettuce, and mayonnaise were included in the sandwich. Bibimbap bowl - bits of sweet meat with a fried egg over rice and a bed of vegetables. Ok. This place is Convenient for a quick bite.

For the deli upstairs: a Korean lady runs the deli and has sandwiches, Korean bulgogi sandwich, tacos, and even Korean bibimbap. Bibimbap is solidly decent especially considering it's out of a deli/liquor store. I devoured it all. Such a random but good find upstairs of a liquor store. The liquor store itself doesn't seem half bad either.

Breakfast has been not up to par lately. The quality of the breakfast food has been going down. Today I had my last breakfast platter there. The fried potatoes tasted a bunch of mush and not in a good way. The bacon was okay, the eggs were over-cooked and the toast was brown on one side and white on the other with absolutely no crispiness. I don't know why I've put up with this for so long.

I didn't expect to enjoy the food at this Deli as much as I did. During my stay here in DC, I enjoyed the Crab Salad, Tuna Salad & Pasta, Watermelon, Chipotle Chicken Tacos, and the Chicken Salad. Their proximity to my hotel prompted my initial visit and due to the delicious food, wide variety of options and impeccable service, I kept going back. Loved having this place as an option during my stay. Their location is advertised more as a liquor store but the bistro/deli should get more attention. I would highly recommend trying them out!

The chicken bibimbap (with avocado, fried egg, and extra gochujang) was bomb! I ordered through yelp and it was ready when I walked in (15 minutes after I ordered), made exactly how I wanted it, and DELICIOUS. Did NOT expect a Korean restaurant on top of a liquor store to be so legit! This place isn't fancy, and the photos of your food from there there won't win you any instagram followers, but if you're looking for a place to pick up delicious, fairly affordable food for lunch and you're near Union Station, this place is where it's at.

Turkey pesto and lettuces, tomatoes and avocado on a Tossed ciabatta bread!= will come back! (The right amount of crunch and you can taste the freshness)

This review isn't related to the liquor store portion. This place has pretty good sandwiches with a lot of options to choose from. I had the Roman which was chicken with peppers and pesto sauce on a panini bread. It was delicious. I also had a breakfast sandwich and it was okay. They use American cheese and eggs that were mostly plain.

The liquor is pretty nice but the deli is the real reason for my 5-star rating. The food is very good and well priced! The tacos and bibimbap especially :)

if i can give them zero stars i would! i run a shop in the area amd on my way home i stop to play numbers, the first time i came to this a black man wanted to play his lottery and they ask him to leave the as i was coming in, he ask them why he cant play his numbers... they said call the police and he like what for im not rude or loud... the women said they always act like that... they let the man purchase a soda, but not play his numbers... so my second time the husband said the lottery machine broke... i said no it's not and even the guy that works there said he's lying he hates playing them... he eventually played my number. i came in the third time today and i'm trying so bad to still keep a good energy while sitting in my car weitting this review... i walk in once again to play lottery, i spoke to wife and was hi how you doing im glad to see you can i get a piece of paper to write my number down... she threw the paper at me and did not speak back...so i said hi again im so glad you here... the white guy who works for them gave me a look like wow...i said its ok maybe she cant hear me. and i continue to be nice and talk to the white guy as she playing my lottery... she said i dont have to talk to you if i do not want to, so dont tell me about me not hearing and should speak. then she says im rude. i pick the higher road and just kindly told her i will never patronize this place again and that you for my numbers, she toss my numbers. and i said thank you again, because when she tossed it she had to pick the ones up that went behind the counter...this asian people are very rude to black people and mostly all black people are they majority customer! it's sad. if anyone knows who i report this business to for being racist.

We were skeptical to try it when we saw that there was a liquor store that also said New York deli but we are sure glad we did. During a stay at the Hyatt Regency we grabbed sandwiches for dinner and liked it so much we decided to try breakfast the next morning. The food is delicious and the portions are definitely well worth the price. The veggies in the vegetable omelet were fresh. The home fries were delicious. I wish I could try more of the items on the menu but we are here for a short stay. I will definitely be back to visit.

Yea, yea, yea...I've heard it a thousand times - "no way the deli inside the liquor store's any good. Just look at it." But those who give it a shot all say the same - it's amaaaazing. I've tried the New York Sub, Cubano, Chicken Chipotle and Philly Steak and Bulgogi and they're all so very awesome. I considered bumping the rating down to 4 stars just cuz the owner is your typical prick of a Korean storeowner (I can say that - I'm Korean). When I paid for something that was under $10, he asked if I had cash, I said no. He then proceeded to run the card and slam the receipt and pen down. Despicable. But the wife and two Hispanic ladies at the deli are great ... so I said what the hell, let's give it 5. Also, the store's beer selection is outstanding, with many a great craft beers to choose.

"Hey, you wanna go to the liquor store to grab lunch?" - things you don't expect to hear your co-worker say. I will admit that I was a little sketched out by Kogod initially - first, by the fact that there's a deli upstairs and, second, because it looks like the most unassuming corner store that happens to neighbor the Hyatt and a fire station. The menu at the deli is actually very diverse - ranging from breakfast foods to sandwiches, soups, and salads, to a Korean staple: the bibimbap beef rice bowl. Everything is made to order - just walk up to the counter and let them know what you would like to get. You pay downstairs at the liquor store counter once you've received your food. I was in and out within 10 minutes with a steaming hot, freshly prepared bulgogi bibimbap. Everyone who helped me was really friendly and even cracked a few jokes. The bulgogi here is on point. Very well marinated. Veggies were fresh too and the portion size is extremely reasonable. A short walk away from Capitol Hill and Union Station, Kogod is a great place to stop if you're trying to grab a quick, simple, and filling meal. Yum!

The liquor prices are reasonable. The sandwiches in the upstairs deli are also not as bad as you would think. I did develop some stomach issues but they may have no relation to the Philly cheese steak that I had.

Looks like they have a new manager: the selection of rare bourbon & rye is expanding rapidly. Ask him for an advice and you will get one and a story behind almost every bottle. Highly recommend!!!!!

Mostly a liquor-store. I was there for the breakfast sandwich. Not bad. I appreciated the convenience of the location and expansive menu selection. The service was unremarkable as I, and my associates, were treated with absolute indifference. Feeling was mutual... what do you expect from a big-city downtown corner liquor and deli? If you need a quick bite or something to take back to your hotel I recommend them especially if you are sick of the typical coffee/breakfast/hotel/travel/road food. They do have some unique menu items that seem VERY affordable for the neighborhood. I do wish the deli hours ran later in the day.

The deli upstairs is a hidden gem. I love a good sub (or hoagie or grinder, depending where you're from) and these are awesome. You can go to a chain and pay more to get less, both in quality and quantity, or go to Kogod's and get a sub you can barely get your mouth around, stuffed full of your favorite things. I often get two meals out of one sandwich and you can grab chips and pop to last two meals, too, for all of $10. I genuinely get excited about getting a sub for dinner (and lunch the next day)...you should definitely give it a try.

This sketchy-looking, potential-place-to-get-shot-in corner liquor store makes the best bibimbap around DC. And, extra bonus, it looks a lot sketchier than it really is. Turns out, you probs won't get shot there. It's run by Koreans and they know what's up with bulgogi and bibimbap (rice bowl with marinated beef, various pickled and fresh veggies, and delish hot sauce). Note: I can't speak to anything else about Kogod because I pretty much go there solely for my bibimbap cravings. They must sprinkle crack in the food because I swear to god I want it at LEAST once a week when I'm at work. I have a frequent visitor card that they stamp everytime you buy something and you get the 10th thing free. So far on this card I have 5 stamps - all 5 are for bibimbap bowls. The ONLY downside: there's no where to eat. This is a to-go kind of place. A delicious, authentic, sketch-looking to-go kind of place.

You might expect to walk in here and want to get out as soon as possible! However, in this case, this is the opposite. This place may seem a little sketchy, but heck it's a liquor store. It's not going to be some Olive Garden. Now once you go up the stairs to the back you'll see this cute little sandwich shop with a myriad of different foods. I got the bulgogi sub and a soda from the fridge. Didn't take long and I got my food, the ladies there were nice. I said thanks and walked over to my hotel and began eating. And oh man! This where has this delicious sub from God knows where been all my life! A delicious blend of beef, mushrooms, peppers and onions. And for a canned soda, Dr. Brown's got some good root beer! Tried some celery soda for the first time "tasted like celery, surprise" and partook of a black and white racially diverse cookie. Very good experience.

The price they charge you for a sandwich is different than what's listed on the menu! What a ripoff! So I'm a little spoiled by NYC prices... I mean, $4.28 for 1 Egg and Cheese on a Roll is a little ridiculous. The one and only time for me. I rather starve.

Best hot pastrami sandwich in D.C. Hands down. When I came to work in the neighborhood about 3 years ago, I tried out a few sandwich shops nearby for lunch. As a fresh-faced college graduate from the South, I had little to no idea what real adults did at "delis", so I just kind of ordered things and ate them. That all changed when I got to Kogod in my second week. After overcoming my initial hesitation at ordering food in a liquor store, I picked out one thing on the menu I hadn't really had before - a hot pastrami sandwich on rye bread (because I think I had heard people order pastrami on rye before in movies). One bite, and I was sold. In those three years since, I've had a chance to go places all around the District, and I'll order a hot pastrami there to see if it compares to Kogod - but nowhere has even come close, at least to me. Kogod has been my go-to for lunch for years, and they deserve every accolade they get for their deli, which, in addition to the typical deli fare, features both Latin and Korean flavors, such as an excellent Cuban sandwich and authentic bulgogi and bibimbap. The staff is always friendly and the service is prompt and now even easier with phone and online ordering. As far as the rest of the store goes, the interior isn't going to win any décor awards, but the prices for their full suite of spirits are excellent, the wine selection is diverse and affordable (from a twentysomething's perspective), there's a good mix of craft beer and American standards, and they get shipments of Route 11 Salt and Vinegar chips and they sell Vanilla Coke. The neighborhood is just as safe as anywhere else in DC - a block from Union Station, in the shadow of the Capitol Building, and hotels and office buildings all around - you'll be fine walking around anytime the store is open. The homeless shelter down E Street does tend to spit out a few panhandlers, but they seem to be happy with Kogod sandwiches too, from my experience. The only downside I can think of is that my cholesterol level has gone up about 30 points in those 3 years, so I may have to start running there and back to offset the pastrami sandwiches. Sorry for the long review, but they've treated me right for years and I figured it was time to give back in my own way.

Ducked in here to grab a sandwich at the deli they have upstairs, and tried their Bulgogi Sandwich (Bulgogi is a type of Korean BBQ beef). I wasn't expecting much based on the decor, but to my surprise, it was really good! I would definitely get it again if I were ever in the area, and the price was great considering the location.

Kogod's is your typical dusty lotto-check cashing-liquor store. They have an extensive beer, wine, and liquor selection, and the prices aren't bad, either. And it's the only quick place to pick up a six-pack or bottle of wine around the immediate Georgetown Law campus, so that's a plus. The place isn't open too late (I don't think there are any nights the are open past 10). They have other convenience store-type stuff, like milk and some snacks, but not much. There is a deli upstairs too, but I haven't tried their food. It's not pretty inside and homeless people usually try hitting you up for money outside, but who cares? It gets four stars for one reason: cheap booze. EDIT: They are open until 9:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday.

Now this place is interesting. I work near Union Station, and wanted a break from all the lunch spots in there. When I first heard about it, I'll admit I was curious simply because it is also the name of American University's business school. It couldn't be anymore different. It's an old, run-down building in the middle of an area with really nice buildings. The sketchiness is charming. It is mostly a liquor store, but upstairs, they have a NY Deli. I've gotten the turkey sandwich there, and it was pretty good. You could definitely do a lot worse. So if you ever want a BLT and a handle of vodka on the way out, this is the place to go.

This place doesn't look like much but the food is delicious! (This is not a review of the liquor store portion of the business, but how can anyone review a liquor store? Buy booze, pay for it. Voila.) We've been to this deli a number of times and what we've noticed is consistent: never a line at the deli (we're usually there midweek around 5pm), service is always friendly, and the sandwiches and fries are really good. I almost never eat fries but at this deli I always order them (and they are included with some sandwiches). It's pretty much hard to go wrong here. Not everyone knows the deli exists because the liquor store gets the more prominent signage, but it's a high-quality food establishment. Go there if you get the chance!

Had a Broadway sandwich, turkey, ham, cheese and salad and was very fresh and tasty. Nice kitchen person. Handy if you're staying at the Hyatt Regency across the road-bit cheaper! Would go back

Amazingly good bulgogi beef sandwich from a half-deli, half-liquor store. This store is really a haven in the otherwise overpriced district. I wish there was a place like this near Ktown in New York. They also have a very extensive selection of wine, hard-liquor and other non-alcoholic beverages. Go in and take the stairs up the back. Order a sandwich, you won't be disappointed!

This is a strange place but you have to try it...read on. It's a liquor store with soft drinks, juices, chips, and candy bars on the first floor. A staircase in the back leads you upstairs to a deli with more soft drinks and chips. You can eat upstairs and survey the liquor store's customers. Here is how it works-you buy your sandwich upstairs and pay for it downstairs at the liquor store, then you can come back up and consume it. The prices are a bit steep ($7.25 plus tax for most heroes), chips are extra. The sandwiches are ok, nothing special. I had the roast beef with cheese and tomato and it was $7.25 and an extra 60¢ for either the cheese or the tomato. I am glad the bread had no surcharge. It is the nearest food shop near the massive Hyatt so if you are pressed for time, you are coming here. The delight here at Kogod (named for the business school at American University but why?) is the bevy of oddball customers who are in the liquor store causing nothing but mischief for the poor lady who clearly owns the place. It's a free show, and I plan on availing myself of the entertainment a few more times this week. This should be a PokeStop if it isn't already.

Wow. Hidden in plain sight for my hundreds of trips in D.C. Was the Deli upstairs. Great bibimap awaits you. And incredibly cheap.

This liquor store/deli is great. The wine buyer for the store is top notch - she knows exactly how to cater to your tastes and gives great deals. Excellent customer service! The deli is also delicious, cheap, and who knew that they serve Korean food too! The bibimbap is my favorite - with all the best vegetables, savory beef, red chili paste, egg and rice mixed into perfection. I would definitely recommend coming here for either your deli or alcohol related needs!

Great food made fresh and inexpensive. The chicken parm was great as was the ham and brie. It isnt much to look at but for good food quick its as good as it gets.

The obvious draw here for most folks is the beer, wine, and liquor selection, which is pretty good and reasonably priced. They also have the usual soda, candy, and convenience store items and some frozen foods. None of it seems well-cared for and the whole place is just as dingy inside as it is outside. The area has really improved in the last decade or so, but Kogod's is the same as always. I've been in here a hundred times without incident but I still get that feeling of impending trouble every time I walk in. The secret draw here is the deli upstairs, which is surprisingly good. Comparatively very clean, friendly, and uncrowded. The Korean bbq and the Italian sandwich are both good.

This place is very close to the Capitol and Union Station, one of the only ones in the neighborhood. The selection is good for the size of it. The staff were very rude to me when I made a purchase today. The clerk checked my ID (no problem with that) and proceeded to tell me I was too short to buy alcohol- that I had to be able to see over the bananas on the counter. I said ok and handed him my credit card to pay, but he persisted. I told him he was being rude and he said to lighten up. If I wasn't in a hurry and needed what I was buying for tonight, I would have left without making the purchase.

I walked in, expecting something resembling a New York deli (since there's a sign on the outside that says "New York Deli" -- but that was misleading. The Korean couple or family that runs this place makes OK food, including the "New Yorker" hot sandwich with pastrami & corned beef, but it doesn't come near to a real New York deli. For example, what's a New York deli without chopped chicken liver? But when I asked, I had to repeat the words slowly. No dice. Anyway, you can eat fairly cheaply here and get a decent sandwich. Probably should have ordered the Bibimbop instead, since that's a real Korean dish. Haven't eaten my $1 apple yet. But's that (the apple) is the only aspect of this place that is real "New York". Most of the place is a liquor store, and I imagine that's what makes the place able to afford to stay here.

Many menu choices and fast service. Had bulgogi tacos which were yummy and economical. Can't wait to try again!!!

It cracks me up that people comment on this place looking shady. Hello? Have you been anywhere in DC? All our corner stores look like this...but they don't all have a really great deli upstairs. I have never gotten anything upstairs that wasn't dang good, especially for the price. You really can't go wrong if you don't have time for a sit down meal or are just taking something back to the office anyway. Beats the heck out of the food trucks and I do have a few of those that I frequent. Why not 5 stars? Ummm, well, because it's a liquor store. You'd have to give me free liquor to get 5 stars. ;)

Need liquor? Need a sandwich? Maybe even want to bet your luck and buy your winning lotto ticket?Well look no further, this place has it all. Chips and drinks are pricey but really well priced sandwiches.