Proper 21 - F Street

4.1 (965)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

1319 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004

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2 people

May 31, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Good for business meals
Good for groups

Proper 21, brought to DC from the New York City restaurateurs Rob Zahn and Will Strozier that own Manhattan Proper and Proper West, opened in early October 2016. Located at 1319 F Street NW, Proper 21 is a high end sports bar serving All American classics with a gourmet twist. Proper 21 is the third location of NIEUW Group Inc.

Like its predecessors, located in New York City, Proper 21 serves contemporary American cuisine. The space maintains the modern aesthetic and New York style of the Manhattan locations, which have best been described as Tom Ford meets Thomas Edison. The restaurant provides the best audio & visual for sports, corporate functions, nightlife and other events.

Proper 21 requests reservations be made 45 minutes in advance.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Saturday and Sunday: 11:00am - close Monday - Friday: 11:00am - close
Phone number
(202) 847-3674
Website
http://www.proper21.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Felipe Garzon
Private party facilities
Lined with velvet wallpaper and leather banquets, Proper 21 is the trendiest spot to host your next next happy hour, corporate event, or birthday celebration. It is the perfect meeting place, conveniently located between The White House and Metro Center. From a reservation for 2 to 500 guests.
Private party contact
Catherine Soltesz: (202) 847-3674

Location
1319 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
between 13th Street NW & 14th Street NW
Parking details
Check out our Spot Hero site to find parking conveniently located near us, with a proper price tag.<br /><br />First time users save $5, on us. Just use the code "PROPER21" to redeem.
Public transit
Metro - 1 block from Metro Center stop
Entertainment
Enjoy live music every Friday night, from 7:00-10:00 PM.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Popular dishes

TRUFFLE FRIES$15.00
white truffle, parmesan cheese, malt vinegar aioli, parsley
POKE NACHOS$23.00
wonton nachos, seaweed salad, cilantro, marinated tuna, spicy aioli, avocado, eel sauce
BIRRIA EGGROLL$19.00
braised short rib, white cheddar, onions, consommé dipping sauce
GRILLED OCTOPUS$18.99
spanish octopus / toasted baguette / baby potatoes in rosemary butter / roasted tomatoes
PROPER WINGS$17.99
served plain or with choice of: classic buffalo / korean / sweet chili / bourbon bbq / gold rush / old bay
BURRATA$19.00
local burrata, grilled pineapple, cinnamon, balsamic reduction
LOBSTER BISQUE$14.00
maine lobster, sherry, saltines
MAC & CHEESE $15.00
rotini pasta, gouda, cheddar, panko

FLATBREADS

HOT HONEY$22.00
marinara, local burrata, pepperoni, spicy honey, fresh basil
BUFFALO CHICKEN$20.00
crispy chicken, cheddar, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing
MARGHERITA$18.99
marinara / bocconcini / balsamic glaze / pesto drizzle

SALADS & BOWLS

POACHED PEAR$19.99
crispy pork belly / red wine poached pears / watercress mix / gorgonzola / fig balsamic dressing / brussels sprouts
TRUFFLE CAESAR$19.99
romaine hearts / grilled chicken / truffle / charred tomato / thyme croutons
SOUTHWEST CHICKEN$18.99
romaine / crispy chicken / tortilla strips / cherry tomatoes / cheddar jack / black beans / charred corn / pickled onions / scallions / cherry pepper ranch
TUNA POKE$23.99
sushi rice / mango / cucumber noodles / seaweed salad / avocado / sushi grade ahi tuna / crispy onions / yum yum
BEEF BULGOGI$19.99
korean beef bulgogi / basmati rice / celery / fried onions / corn / egg / sriracha mayo / parsley

MUSSELS

one pound of steamed dutch mussels, served with toasted baguette

ANDOUILLE SHALLOT$20.99
andouille sausage / tomato sauce / cilantro / garlic / wine / shallot / butter
GARLIC WINE$20.99
garlic / wine / cilantro / butter

HAND HELDS

PROPER BURGER
1/4 pound angus beef patty / applewood smoked bacon / proper cheese blend / bistro onions / pickle chips / dijonnaise / potato bun
SMASH BURGER
two smashed angus beef patties / lettuce / tomato / american cheese / crispy onion rings / pickle chips / cherry pepper jam / horseradish aioli / potato bun
SALMON BURGER
wild-caught atlantic salmon patty / sriracha aioli / cilantro-lime slaw / potato bun
- served with seasoned fries$19.99
- substitute sweet potato fries$2.49
CHICKEN CLUB
grilled chicken / applewood smoked bacon / american cheese / lettuce / tomato / bistro onions / sriracha aioli / potato bun

SIDES

CAESAR SALAD$7.99
romaine hearts / parmesan cheese / caesar dressing / thyme croutons
HOUSE SALAD$7.99
mixed greens / pickled onion / cherry tomatoes / balsamic dressing
SWEET POTATO FRIES$7.99
served with a side of our spicy aioli
FRENCH FRIES$7.99
seasoned french fries / served with a side of ketchup
BROCCOLINI$8.00
sautéed in white wine and garlic

ENTREES

FALL SALMON$29.99
blackened wild-caught icelandic salmon / fennel glaze / broccolini / charred tomato / pesto / fennel risotto
FISH & CHIPS$22.99
alaskan cod / cajun ipa beer batter / seasoned fries / tartar
SPICY RIGATONI$23.99
italian sausage / tomato sauce / basil / garlic / whipped ricotta / thyme
LAMB CHOPS$39.00
grilled lamb chops, mint chimichurri, grilled asparagus
SALMON $30.00
roasted salmon, red quinoa, cherry tomatoes, baby cucumbers

What 965 people are saying

Proper 21 - F Street reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.0Service
4.0Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Proper 21 - F Street offers "delicious food" and "excellent service," making it a popular choice for casual dining with a lively sports bar vibe. The patio is a hit, and menu highlights include the "poke nachos" and "great burgers." While noise levels can be high, the vibrant atmosphere is appreciated.

965 Reviews

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JC VIP
New Orleans / Louisiana21 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Visited this restaurant 3 times while on vacation and they did not disappoint each time. Limited menu but it was perfect for our kids.
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JC VIP
New Orleans / Louisiana21 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was terrific and service was friendly. Will definitely return again.
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Hallie
Pittsburgh / Western PA2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
There was great service and great food! We had a wonderful lunch on the patio!
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Nathan
San Francisco6 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Service was pretty bad. Golf on every TV, no diversity in sport selection. The mandatory 5% not-a-tip was the cherry on top. Just apply it to the food prices and pay your staff a Proper wage.
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Pamela
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and delicious food. Would definitely recommend and go again!
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Leah
Washington DC5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food and nice restaurant. I would go here again.
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Jason
Hertfordshire1 review
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent experience - visiting from London , excellent beer and smash burger enjoyed
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Brian
St. Louis2 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
I’m not a fan of the walk to bar and order everything. No service staff to work the table top areas. Very little bar seating.
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Andrew
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on April 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
‘Twas fine. The fish was too soft and kind of made eating it hard, and cooled it down way too quickly, but I still finished it, and I rarely ever manage to do that
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James VIP
Raleigh78 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Food was great. Prices are typical for DC. The only issue was the server completely disappeared after bringing the food. I think there was miscommunication after a shift change. I had to get my bill from the bar.
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FAQs

Proper 21 - F Street does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Proper 21 - F Street is rated 4.1 stars by 965 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Booked 23 times today

1319 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
between 13th Street NW & 14th Street NW
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Saturday and Sunday: 11:00am - close Monday - Friday: 11:00am - close
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Check out our Spot Hero site to find parking conveniently located near us, with a proper price tag.<br /><br />First time users save $5, on us. Just use the code "PROPER21" to redeem.
Public transit
Metro - 1 block from Metro Center stop
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Felipe Garzon
Entertainment
Enjoy live music every Friday night, from 7:00-10:00 PM.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.proper21.com/
Phone number
(202) 847-3674
Private party facilities
Lined with velvet wallpaper and leather banquets, Proper 21 is the trendiest spot to host your next next happy hour, corporate event, or birthday celebration. It is the perfect meeting place, conveniently located between The White House and Metro Center. From a reservation for 2 to 500 guests.
Private party contact
Catherine Soltesz: (202) 847-3674

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Proper 21 - F Street

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Manhattan Bar

Dining Room

Brooklyn Bar

Tribeca Room

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POKE NACHOS

SALMON BURGER

SMASH BURGER

SHARE PLATES

TRUFFLE FRIES$15.00

POKE NACHOS$23.00

BIRRIA EGGROLL$19.00

GRILLED OCTOPUS$18.99

PROPER WINGS$17.99

BURRATA$19.00

LOBSTER BISQUE$14.00

MAC & CHEESE $15.00

FLATBREADS

HOT HONEY$22.00

BUFFALO CHICKEN$20.00

MARGHERITA$18.99

SALADS & BOWLS

POACHED PEAR$19.99

TRUFFLE CAESAR$19.99

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN$18.99

TUNA POKE$23.99

BEEF BULGOGI$19.99

MUSSELS

ANDOUILLE SHALLOT$20.99

GARLIC WINE$20.99

HAND HELDS

PROPER BURGER

SMASH BURGER

SALMON BURGER

CHICKEN CLUB

SIDES

CAESAR SALAD$7.99

HOUSE SALAD$7.99

SWEET POTATO FRIES$7.99

FRENCH FRIES$7.99

BROCCOLINI$8.00

ENTREES

FALL SALMON$29.99

FISH & CHIPS$22.99

SPICY RIGATONI$23.99

LAMB CHOPS$39.00

SALMON $30.00

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Review summary

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