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  1. Anju

    Korean

    Eat 89
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    The name says it all: "anju" means Korean food made to go with a drink, and this gastropub on 18th Street takes that premise seriously, with soju, makgeolli, and beer running alongside a menu of fried snacks, rich stews, and banchan. Brick walls, wood floors, and a bit of funky art make it feel like a neighborhood spot that happens to be packed every night. The chef is a James Beard nominee, and the cooking has a mom's-kitchen warmth that earns that comparison without being sentimental.

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    Address
    1805 18th St. NW, Washington, DC · Washington
    Hours

    Closed now, opens 5 PM

    • Monday 5 PM to 9 PM
    • Tuesday 5 PM to 9 PM
    • Wednesday Today 5 PM to 9 PM
    • Thursday 5 PM to 9 PM
    • Friday 5 PM to 10 PM
    • Saturday 11 AM to 1:30 PM 5 PM to 10 PM
    • Sunday 11 AM to 1:30 PM 5 PM to 9 PM
    Phone
    (202) 845-8935
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