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Proper 21 - K Street, Washington, DC

Proper 21 - K Street

4.3
4.3
328 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 pm
  • Great for happy hour
  • Lively
  • Good for business meals
Proper 21K, brought to DC from the New York City restaurateurs Rob Zahn and Will Strozier that own Manhattan Proper, and Proper West, opening in August 2020. Located at 2033 K St NW, Proper 21K is a high end sports bar serving All American classics with a gourmet twist. Proper 21K is the second DC location of NIEUW Group INC.

Like its predecessors, located in New York City and DC, Proper 21K serves contemporary American cuisine. The space maintains the modern aesthetic and New York style of the Manhattan locations, which have best been described as Tom Ford meets Thomas Edison. The restaurant provides the best audio & visual for sports, corporate functions, nightlife and other events.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Sports Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:30 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (202) 450-4485
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Proper 21K specializes in events and groups of all sizes. With two semi private bars as well as a 100 person outdoor area, our space is perfect for the corporate office event or even a big celebration. Please inquire on our website or email events@proper21.com for more information.
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    21 and K
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Foggy Bottom
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 328 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Proper 21 - K Street offers a vibrant atmosphere with "delicious" Lemon Drops and a "fantastic" tuna poke bowl. While the service is generally attentive, a few diners noted some delays. The decor and ambiance are "gorgeous," making it a great spot for both brunch and dinner.

328 Reviews
  1. Elizabeth

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Decent place, liked the atmosphere. A little rowdier than expected. Truffle fries were OK, not sure what I expected and we did eat them. Dinner of Bulgogi and Poke Bowls was very good. Should have skipped the fries to fully appreciate the main course. Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini was excellent.

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  2. Jordan

    VIP

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 15 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Makala was an outstanding waitress. The food was good too

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  3. TwensQueen

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My friend and I came here for brunch and we were definitely impressed. The decor and ambiance were gorgeous. The service was cute and the staff was very friendly. The food was delicious, but the prices were quite steep. The wings were near $20 with no fries or anything. My friend ordered the shrimp and grits, but the sauce/gravy was too much. I got the tres leches French toast, which came with bacon, but the bacon fat hardened on the bacon, so it was like grease just sitting on the bacon. Overall, everything was great, but the little things made it that it could’ve been a better experience. We had a great time and will be back. If you’ve ever wanted to try this place, I would recommend it.

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  4. T

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    My sever was very slow it was my girl birthday and I was very disappointed with these results

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  5. Dia

    Washington DC

    47 reviews

    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great nite great food great drink. Like this location, way better than other

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    VIP

    Vancouver

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 5 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole staff were lovely and accommodating and I will definitely be returning. The cocktail suggestion and tuna tartare were both excellent. Thank you for making my DC trip start out splendidly!

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  7. Crystal

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 31 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always love going here. The vibe is everything. My Lemon Drops were delicious.
    Proper 21 - K StreetResponded on 2 August 2024
    Thank you so much for your 5-star review of Proper 21 K Street! Our Team is thrilled to learn that you had a fantastic experience. Your support means the world to us, and we cannot wait to welcome you back for another great visit soon. 😉 With warm regards, The Proper 21 K Street Team

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 July 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress accidentally spilled sprite all over our table. My cell phone got soaked, all the new clothes in the bag got soaked. We had to move to another table. One of the brand new shirts was totally damaged. Silk. My complaint is that we never got a discount on our check for all the damages to our belongings (my belongings). There was no compensation and yet, I still tipped 20 percent I will share this with all my colleagues who frequent there and my friends. Roxane Malikyar
    Proper 21 - K StreetResponded on 2 August 2024
    Roxane, I sincerely apologize for your disappointing experience at our restaurant. What you described is far from the level of service we aim to provide, and I am genuinely sorry for any inconvenience and frustration you experienced. I want to make this up to you and invite you to give us another chance to provide you with the excellent dining experience we are known for. Should you decide to return, please get in touch with me directly, and I will personally oversee your reservation to ensure everything runs smoothly. Once again, I apologize for the inconvenience you faced and appreciate your feedback. Our Team values your business and hopes to have the opportunity to serve you better soon. With warm regards, Michael Basanta Director of Operations

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience. There weren't many other people in the restaurant but even if there were I feel the service still would have been excellent. All of the food (apps, entrees, kids meals, and dessert) were delicious!
    Proper 21 - K StreetResponded on 2 August 2024
    Thank you so much for your excellent review! We are thrilled you enjoyed our food, service, and drinks. Your kind words truly made our day. We cannot wait to welcome you back for another fantastic experience at Proper 21 K Street. Cheers to more delicious meals and delightful drinks with fantastic guests! With gratitude, The Proper 21 K Street Team

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  10. jesses

    VIP

    Atlanta Metro

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 24 June 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Meal was fine- serviceable and affordable- the server was great BUT the meal took forever to arrive and the room was so dark we could hardly see the food once it arrived.
    Proper 21 - K StreetResponded on 2 August 2024
    Jesses, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are glad you found the meal serviceable and affordable and that our server provided great service. However, we are disheartened your meal took longer than expected to arrive. We understand how important prompt service and a comfortable dining environment are, and we apologize for failing to meet these standards during your visit. Your comments about the wait time and lighting have been noted, and we will work with our team to address these issues and ensure improvements. We appreciate your honest feedback as it helps us to enhance our guests’ experiences. Thank you again for your review. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you better next time. Warm regards,

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Proper 21 - K Street is rated 4.3 stars by 328 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Google Map for Proper 21 - K Street

2033 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20006

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    21 and K
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:30 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Sports Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Foggy Bottom
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 450-4485
  • Private party facilities
    Proper 21K specializes in events and groups of all sizes. With two semi private bars as well as a 100 person outdoor area, our space is perfect for the corporate office event or even a big celebration. Please inquire on our website or email events@proper21.com for more information.
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