Kitchen + Kocktails
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✨ Vibe
This high-energy downtown destination blends upscale Southern elegance with a vibrant, "Instagrammable" social scene featuring floral walls and live musical performances.🍸 Best For
Celebratory group dinners, birthday bashes, sophisticated date nights, and enjoying showstopping cocktails with a soul food twist.🔥 Highlights
- Decadent Southern Fare: The menu features elevated comfort classics like Mississippi Catfish + Grits, Kajun Stuffed Salmon, and lobster-topped shrimp and grits, all served in generous, flavor-packed portions.
- Showstopping Cocktails: Sip on legendary drinks like the Peach D’usse Frose served in full bottles or the tableside-lit TRUE Flame, with an extensive list highlighting premium Black-owned spirit brands.
- The Supper Club Experience: Beyond the stunning main dining room, guests can head downstairs to enjoy a live band, creating a seamless transition from a world-class meal to a lively night out.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Reservations are highly recommended for this popular downtown hotspot, as it frequently hits capacity during weekends and special city events.
- Expect professional, attentive service from a knowledgeable staff dedicated to making every first-time visit feel like a special occasion.
📅 Upcoming Events & Specials
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🔄 Weekly Events
🥂 Southern Luxury Brunch
Experience a premium weekend brunch featuring Lobster & Waffles and the signature Magical Mimosa Tower.
📰 In the News
Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley is exactly the kind of restaurant he likes to dine in
Kitchen + Kocktails offers a high-energy dining experience centered on elevated Southern comfort food and soul food staples. Founder Kevin Kelley developed the concept to mirror his own personal dining preferences, focusing on upscale service and a vibrant atmosphere.
Kitchen + Kocktails Owner Kevin Kelley Talks Growth
Kitchen + Kocktails owner Kevin Kelley discusses the brand's business growth and expansion strategy in the Washington, D.C. area. The profile explores the success of the comfort food concept and Kelley's vision for the restaurant's future.
Kitchen + Kocktails, a winter restaurant week preview
Kitchen + Kocktails showcases its Southern-inspired comfort food and signature drinks in a featured preview for Washington D.C.'s Winter Restaurant Week. The venue highlights its vibrant atmosphere and specialized menu offerings available during the seasonal dining event.
Recent Reviews from Google
My waitress, Amber, was absolutely phenomenal! From start to finish, she was kind, knowledgeable, and effortlessly professional. She made my very first visit to this establishment soooo enjoyable. Her...
Found this spot while taking a few moments with another mom on a school 8th grade DC trip. The vibe amazing! Welcoming and attentive from the time we walked in to the time we left. The food was...
My sister and I had the pleasure of dining at Kitchen + Kocktails for the 1st time and it exceeded any expectation we had. Our server, Daryle, was extremely knowledgeable of the menu and everything he...
Had an incredible night at Kitchen + Kocktails and I'm still thinking about this meal! The atmosphere was elevated by the music and the design of the place was unique, every single dish exceeded...
This was a popular spot during the #Detroit takeover D.C. weekend and it filled up very fast! Norie was our server and she accommodated us as best she could. Our food came out within good timing we...
