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James Hoban's Irish Restaurant & Bar
(Now Closed)Irish Pub$$$$
Northwest Washington, Washington
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James Hoban's Irish Restaurant & BarFebruary 28, 2017Happy Hours @ Hobans!$4 Miller Lite, Yuengling, Rail drinks$5 Heineken, Optimal wit, Guinness blonde, House wine$6 Harp, Smithwicks, Magners,Monday-Friday: 5-8 Sunday: 10-Close
Lefteris HazapisNovember 30, 2014I have never had dinner here. However, the two times that I've been there for happy hour and hors d'oeuvres have been really nice the food was very good as are the beer selection on the drinks.
Drink The DistrictJuly 23, 2012So Irish!! Had a great selection of beers & friendly barstaff. Loved em so much we partnered up--come to Drink the District: Beer Edition, July 28 for exclusive chances to win James Hoban gift cards!
Corey SimonMarch 13, 2015Probably one of the best Irish restaurants I've been to. The Irish Breakfast is little in the expensive side, but it's worth it.
Mike SeilbackApril 7, 2017Good Irish bar / restaurant with many beers. Good burgers as well as Isrish fare like bangers and mash.
JohnJune 20, 2012Named after the White House architect -- an Irish immigrant who planned the first White House design AND the second after it was burned down in 1813 during the War of 1812.
This I must declare: the ham and pickle sandwich is quite possibly the best sandwich at Hoban's.
James WattOctober 18, 2010I ordered shepherds pie, but received some type of beef stew. Also, they did't have any "James Hoban Ale". My wife's meal was perfect (pot pie.)
WomplyJanuary 18, 2012James Hoban's has partnered with Womply to offer $20 cash back after 3 visits!
Sarah CaffeyNovember 20, 2011Try to get Douglas for brunch, he's the best! Keeps the bottomless mimosas coming :)
Vic RitcheySeptember 7, 2013Good Irish/English food but atmosphere is just your typical restaurant. Don't expect an Irish Pub.
Bryan GoubeauJune 27, 2011Brunch Sat and Sunday is a raging deal - $4 bloky marys and mimosas UNTIL 4 PM!!! Read more
BrettJanuary 20, 2013Cheap bottomless mimosas, if you can suffer through the horrible service. We sat for 2.5 hours before getting a side of bacon.
Go here on Wednesday nights for trivia. Be prepared for delightfully bad singing in the third round of questions.
Kristen PAugust 17, 2014Crappy service & waitress had a personality of a gnat. The female manager was useless & knows nothing about satisfying a dissatisfied customer. Food was below average in my opinion. Never going back!
KP M.March 31, 2010$4 apps/drafts/wines/rails 4-7pm for happy hour or Try the steak samich... Delish!!
Cindy GatesNovember 18, 2011Its a fun place at the bar for sure.... just don't ever go to sit down dinner. The food was horribly bland and disappointing.
KAugust 4, 2013Very poor service by our wait staff. Had to leave after 15 min and no greet or take order
Derrick Tillman-KellyJune 1, 2012Disappointed in the service -- waitress that refuses to provide good service, but placed 20% gratuity on the bill.
Not sure what's special about this place. Nothing really, that I can tell. Meh.
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James Hoban's Irish Restaurant & Bar
1 DuPont Cir NW (at New Hampshire Ave NW)
Washington, D.C. 20036
United States
Washington, D.C. 20036
United States
James Hoban's is a prominent stop, located on Dupont Circle. We serve authentic Irish & American cuisine. We're ideal for dining, happy hour & private parties.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 4:00 PM–1:30 AM
- Fri
- 4:00 AM–2:30 AM
- Sat
- 10:30 AM–2:30 AM
- Sun
- 10:30 AM–1:30 AM
(202) 223-8440
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Jukebox
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.0
"An institution! Great Irish music, outstanding service!"
Commander J J Allan - 6.3
"Has lunch here twice this week while I was here. Was very pleased both times. The Reuben sandwich and leek potato soup were awesome!"
TRACY WILLIAMS - 7.1
"Cozy place; sat upstairs in a comfortable nook. Beer was poured great and service was fast. Food came out a bit too quickly, and I felt the fish and chips was a bit under-seasoned, but would go back!"
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