Problem Child

Stopped by Problem Child after a DC Defenders game at Audi Field because I had not seen it before, and the name spoke to me. ;-) Very casual place. Lots of seating indoors and outdoors. They request you order from the bar, so just be prepared for that, especially if there are also a lot of people seated at the bar. The menus are standard pub fare but are also diverse enough to satisfy most. They also feature a brunch menu on the weekends 11am-4pm. We ordered buffalo wings and two of their smash burgers along with a beer each. Everything was really good. I do wish my cell service had been better inside, so I could have checked out recommendations from other diners, but it didn't work out and I could not find a wifi option written anywhere. Oh, well. Other fun facts: they have three gender neutral bathrooms, which was great, no line, no waiting. They also add a 20% tip automatically into your bill, which they say goes directly to their employees, and they told us that when they rang up our bill, so we were aware. Overall, we had a good time and would come back. Thanks!

I’ve been a local resident in Navy yard for over 3 years now. I was here when it was Dukes Grocery first and would often go in from time to time. The rebrand into Problem Child was the greatest decision to happen. Everything works - the staff, the event nights, the drinks, the food it all works in perfect cohesion. I’ve been a regular since it’s opened and it’s become second home, a testament to Justin and his staff. Lots of navy yard locals can and do relate. They’re such a great brand and do a phenomenal job in marketing themselves, so one thing I’d like is bar merch. Shirts, hats, coozies, stickers, vests the whole nine. I and navy yard want it all. I love talking about the place, and merchandise provides a great conversation starter on the topic. Hopefully we’ll have some merch soon!

Alissa, Isaac, and Milk are great bartenders! The ribs, burgers, and tenders are great. Most affordable bar in Navy Yard.

The only thing good about this night was Thomas at the door....I've already given my review of how I came across the street from my house just to check out the karaoke, and there's a lot of biases and I asked the bartender to watch my stuff and white lady's over there spilling on her drink on my fur coat and the black guy with her wants to take the charge. And then the karaoke guy I tipped him $10 he said you could sing anytime. When I go back to sing he says no more singing tonight okay. Then I turn around and everybody else is singing. AWFUL EXPERIENCE AND NOW I GOT TO LOOK OUT MY WINDOW AND REMIND MYSELF OF THE WORST BIRTHDAY. I MEAN I LOVE ALL PEOPLE BUT ALL PEOPLE DON'T LOVE BLACK SKIN AND I WALKED IN THAT DOOR. SO GO AT YOUR OWN RISK IF YOU ARE INDIGENOUS A FREE BLACK AMERICAN.

Ok, so I WANT to love this bar. Good drinks, reasonable prices and dog friendly! The thing is, I really want it to have more of a neighborhood bar feel. Especially after I learned it was a recently affiliated Bills bar! (GO Bills)! But the Bills flag is tucked away in a corner near the kitchen so not many people know this. Recommendation to management: 1.) put a Bills flag out front to bring more fans in. 2.) deck the bar out in more Bills swag 3.) Add a few more drafts to the menu. Will be back on a Sunday for a Bills game!

Yesterday, I came into Problem Child with a group of friends to enjoy football Sunday. I’ve visited PC a few times during the summer on weekdays and always had a great experience. However, the vibe at the bar yesterday was completely off. I’ve never been blatantly ignored there until now. After repeatedly trying to wave down either bartender, I finally got up to approach the thinner bartender directly, and her attitude was terrible. It genuinely felt like they assumed I would be difficult simply because I’m a POC, which is absolutely not the case. I later noticed someone else left a review describing a similar experience yesterday, which unfortunately confirms what I felt in the moment...that those women were stereotyping. I frequent plenty of bars downtown and have never experienced anything like this, especially not in Navy Yard. These two women made me feel so uncomfortable that I refused to spend any more money that night (on top of already paying $30 for a cocktail and tenders, without receiving a receipt). They truly need better training on how to treat all customers, because the experience was disappointing and unnecessary. I’ll still return to PC because the food and usual atmosphere are great, but I’ll definitely avoid coming in when those two women are working.

I’ve been going to problem child since they opened, mostly to watch football on Thursdays and Sundays. It is a great neighborhood spot with great food (especially the cheese curds) and reasonably priced drinks. Sarah, Elle and the rest of the bartending staff always make me feel welcome and take great care of my friends and I. So happy problem child came into the area!

It's a dive bar. Would you check out the stranger things pop up. Service was interesting. Warm bartender was very standoffish and rude. The other guy was great and phenomenal made good recommendations. The food was okay for bar food. I felt like it was a little too salty.

I'm hoping my experience here is an anomaly. The setup is fun with a nice outdoor seating area and a quirky interior. I got a sprite which cost $5 which was a bit too expensive. I asked the bartender for popcorn and she said "uh, no" which I found to be quite rude. They were going to make it later but I would've just appreciated if she had just said that... I did get their nachos which I enjoyed. Hopefully my next experience is more pleasant.

Once Duke's Groceries, Problem Child is a great rebrand for Navy Yard. A stone's throw from Nats Park and the Metro, Problem Child is a large space with a full bar of cocktails, beer on tap, hard cider, wine, and bar food. The owner is passionate about what he's built in D.C. for many years and knows his regulars well. One standout is that Problem Child often hosts neighborhood events like trivia and even Survivor watch parties on occasion. A highlight for me is their jello shot. So good!

Came for some drinks before the Nats game. Was a Saturday afternoon and the garage doors were open - was pretty warm in there. They have some good drink deals. Sat at the bar, bartender was friendly. Didn't try any food. Tabs already include 20% service charge, menu states 100% goes to employees.

Stopped by Problem Child after a DC Defenders game at Audi Field because I had not seen it before, and the name spoke to me. ;-) Very casual place. Lots of seating indoors and outdoors. They request you order from the bar, so just be prepared for that, especially if there are also a lot of people seated at the bar. The menus are standard pub fare but are also diverse enough to satisfy most. They also feature a brunch menu on the weekends 11am-4pm. We ordered buffalo wings and two of their smash burgers along with a beer each. Everything was really good. I do wish my cell service had been better inside, so I could have checked out recommendations from other diners, but it didn't work out and I could not find a wifi option written anywhere. Oh, well. Other fun facts: they have three gender neutral bathrooms, which was great, no line, no waiting. They also add a 20% tip automatically into your bill, which they say goes directly to their employees, and they told us that when they rang up our bill, so we were aware. Overall, we had a good time and would come back. Thanks!

Name change and a bit of a menu reduction from dukes grocery but generally pretty similar with some more of the more reasonable drink specials on the block.

Relaxed atmosphere to watch football games and solid food. Robin is one of the best bartenders in DC. I highly recommend.

This place is fantastic and has a real neighborhood community vibe. All items on the menu are done to perfection and are delicious, I have tried everything and have always been satisfied. The steak and cheese is fabulous, perfectly seasoned and is definitely thin sliced ribeye, not tough steak or ground beef like other places offer. The staff is friendly and attentive. There's a reason that my friends and I are regulars.

We're Nats season plan holders and have stopped in after 2 recent games. Both times, we sat at the bar for at least 15 mins and were completely ignored by the bar staff. We're both 60+ and noticed the bartenders concentrated on serving the younger patrons...who probably didn't tip them. We left, went across the street to Tom's which had much better service. Won't be back and will pass this info on to our friends at the ballpark.

The ribs - unbelievable. Fall off the bone tender and delicious! Elote was good, spicy, maybe better served off the cob as it was a bit messy but the ribs made it all more than worthwhile!!