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Hank's Oyster Bar

Hank's Oyster Bar

Seafood Restaurant$$$$
Northwest Washington, Washington
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    The experts at Eater and Men's Health Mag recommend this place
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    Helen L.
    "Get the meaty Rockland oysters, Mac and cheesy, Collard greens."(82 Tips)
    FiOS 50
    "Try the lobster rolls, po' boys, and crab cakes too.."(11 Tips)
    Kim
    "The crabcakes are the best and the fried oysters are orgasmic!!!."(9 Tips)
    Eric A.
    "Happy Hour 5-7pm, Monday - Friday…$4 drinks and snacks!"(14 Tips)
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  • A J.
    A JMarch 1, 2014
    Half price raw bar 10pm-12
  • A J.
    A JJune 21, 2014
    Half off raw bar 10-midnight at the bar.
  • Amy C.
    Amy CerconeJanuary 5, 2014
    Try the Steller Bay Oysters
  • Mike S.
    Mike S.May 26, 2012
    Grilled baby octopus with preserved lemon. Awesome!
  • Matilda H.
    Matilda HoDecember 3, 2012
    Lobster roll is the must!
  • Mark P.
    Mark PollardJune 7, 2012
    The halibut fish with some greens - tasty.
  • Anna B.
    Anna BApril 18, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    If they have VA New Point oysters, get'em!
  • Helen L.
    Helen LinMay 30, 2010
    Get the meaty Rockland oysters, Mac and cheesy, Collard greens. All very good.
  • Walburga A M.
    Walburga A MarderFebruary 19, 2013
    great seafood - nice patio
  • Matt L.heart icon on user image
    Matt LauerNovember 12, 2019
    Martinis and shell fish.
  • Eric S.
    Eric StrattonJuly 28, 2011
    Get 1 of each oyster. You won't regret it.
  • Drew M.
    Drew MitchellSeptember 13, 2011
    Now serving at Hanks: Shindig white wine (c/o winesbyraz.com). YUM!!
  • Raz
    RazDecember 8, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the Crab Cakes W Onion Rings & Coleslaw
  • Ebrahim B.heart icon on user image
    Ebrahim BandookwalaMarch 30, 2015
    Happy hour oyster shooters.
  • Jenna C.
    Jenna CanitzJuly 17, 2011
    Try the fried olives and gotta have an oyster shooter!
  • David M.
    David McIntyreMarch 9, 2013
    Oyster Shooters can't be beat.
  • Jen S.
    Jen SSeptember 26, 2010
    For all that is well and good, get the crabcakes. They're freaking amazing.
  • Kehinde W.
    Kehinde WatermanMay 23, 2012
    The best fried oysters hands down!
  • Timothy M.
    Timothy MountcastleMay 19, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Oysters.bloody mary shrimp. Everything is good
  • Andrew M.
    Andrew MarshallApril 9, 2015
    Awesome restaurant
  • Nadia C.heart icon on user image
    Nadia ChilmonikMarch 7, 2015
    Best burgers
  • TBunch
    TBunchAugust 25, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Enjoying the new "Lounge" and the Bar Snacks.
  • Erik B.heart icon on user image
    Erik BrokOctober 4, 2015
    Good seafood.
  • Amanda M.
    Amanda MattosDecember 28, 2011
    Try the Olympias if they have them!
  • Raz
    RazNovember 12, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the Lobster Roll (Sandwich)
  • Ron B.
    Ron BrownFebruary 24, 2024
    Been here 5+ times
    Fish Friday You'll
  • Jeff M.
    Jeff MartinAugust 14, 2011
    Prince Edward oysters and a Dales Pale Ale is spot on.
  • Jason D.
    Jason DistrictJanuary 29, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Dana makes the BEST gin martinis in the city!
  • Eric W.
    Eric WeiskottenApril 3, 2015
    Happy hour
  • Mitch M.
    Mitch MitchellJune 16, 2012
    Phenomenal soft shell crab tonight!
  • John W.heart icon on user image
    John WelchSeptember 14, 2018
    No desserts!
  • Adriel H.
    Adriel HamptonFebruary 20, 2012
    Anchovies on the Caesar salad!
  • Emma R.
    Emma RichmanJune 10, 2014
    Oyster po boy
  • Josi R.
    Josi RinehartMarch 4, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Omg! Crabcake Eggs Benedict!!! Amaaaaaazing!
  • Angelina L.
    Angelina LazukNovember 2, 2011
    Get the oysters and scallops!!!!
  • Molly W.
    Molly WinstonAugust 1, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Won't seat you until your whole party arrives.
  • Amanda K.
    Amanda KruseJanuary 3, 2012
    Just a warning: soda water costs $3!!
  • DanDan T.
    DanDan The Drywall ManAugust 19, 2010
    Order the appeztizers worth the money and time
  • Tammy G.
    Tammy GordonDecember 4, 2009
    lobster roll & skinny fries. also great weekend brunch.
  • Greg B.
    Greg BooneFebruary 22, 2013
    Firkin Fridays.
  • Melissa S.
    Melissa SquireMay 23, 2010
    It is all about the lobster roll. Well, that and oysters. duh.
  • helen t.
    helen tashonnaAugust 1, 2010
    The hurricane oysters are the best :)
  • Scott M.
    Scott MoonFebruary 16, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Come and visit with Steve, the snarky bartender on Sunday evenings.
  • Allyson R.
    Allyson RudolphMarch 6, 2010
    Arnold Palmers on weekend mornings. Very nice.
  • Max F.
    Max FrankelMay 27, 2013
    Mussels here are my shit.
  • Aanchal S.heart icon on user image
    Aanchal SahayFebruary 22, 2014
    Too crowded. Waited for a table for 40 minutes even after calling ahead of time
  • Jeff W.heart icon on user image
    Jeff WeinsteinDecember 5, 2011
    Looks nice after the renovation.
  • Carlos P.
    Carlos ParadaAugust 24, 2011
    A little overpriced but good
  • Tom J.
    Tom JenningsOctober 11, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Dislike that even when the restaurant is empty they won't seat you until the person that you are meeting arrives.
  • Chris C.
    Chris CheathamAugust 1, 2010
    Best brunch in the city
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