Duke's Counter
✨ Vibe
East London-inspired gastropub offering a casual and lively atmosphere with a focus on comfort food and a strong burger game.
🍸 Best For
Casual dining, happy hour, burgers, beer, pre- or post-Zoo meal (Woodley Park Location)
🔥 Highlights
- Award-winning "Proper Burger," allegedly voted DC's Best Burger.
- Full bar with a good selection of beers.
- Festive decor and a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Located across from the National Zoo (Woodley Park)
- Duke's also has locations in Dupont, Foggy Bottom and Potomac.
Recent Reviews from Google
Stopped in to Duke's Counter after spending half day wondering around the Zoo. The Connecticut location is conveniently located across the street from the Zoo entrance. We sat inside at the bar...
🍔 Best burger for like a gagillion years in a row apparently according to the all plaques at the entrance... the burger is for sure bussin' bussin'. I felt compelled to order it after seeing they've...
Duke’s Counter is a delightful hidden gem, exuding an East London inspired energy right in the heart of Woodley Park, just across from the National Zoo. The moment you step in, quirky Asian-inspired...
Went here because we needed a kid-friendly restaurant after the zoo and it did not disappoint! The waiter (who also might have been the manager/owner) was incredibly friendly and even brought them...
Just Came in with such high hopes. With good reviews and a claim to the best burger in DC for years, you could see why I’d be excited! But what came out was a cold absolutely drenched and soggy burger...
