Bammy's Modern Caribbean

Name: Bammy's Modern Caribbean
Address: 301 Water St SE, Washington, DC, United States, 20003
Telephone: (202) 204-1140
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 3.8

3.8 (27)

$31 to $50

Caribbean

301 Water St SE, Washington, DC 20003

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2 people

Jun 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Great for happy hour
Great for scenic views

Bammy's
A modern Caribbean restaurant with a cruise ship theme, designed to take your taste buds and visuals on a journey through the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean. Experience the bold, authentic tastes of Jamaica and Trinidad, infused with a unique splash of Chinese cuisine.

Our Mission is to deliver the true Caribbean vibe to Navy Yard, complemented by beautiful water views, exceptional service and unforgettable dining experiences. Inspired by our travels through Jamaica, Trinidad, and Barbados, our culinary offerings reflect a deep love for Caribbean food and culture. At the heart of our menu is the bammy, a vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free cassava root flatbread that is a staple in Jamaica. Soaked in coconut milk and fried to golden perfection, the bammy serves as the ideal vessel for savoring the rich flavors of our dishes.

Join us at Bammy's, where meals are crafted with love, and every gathering is a celebration of family and friends.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Caribbean, Jamaican, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 204-1140
Website
http://Www.bammysdc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Peter Prime

Location
301 Water St SE, Washington, DC 20003
Neighborhood
Navy Yard
Cross street
Located in Navy Yard at Yards Park, between Morini and Agua 301.
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
About 3 blocks from Navy Yard Metro station.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wine

What 27 people are saying

Bammy's Modern Caribbean 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

3.8

3.8 based on recent ratings

3.7Food
3.5Service
4.0Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Great for scenic views
District of Columbia
Good for groups
District of Columbia
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bammy's Modern Caribbean offers a lively atmosphere with "wonderful service and vibe." The food is described as "delicious," with standout portions at a great price. While there are mixed reviews on service efficiency, servers like Larry and Nia are praised for making dining experiences special. Ideal for a spirited evening out.

27 Reviews

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Ron
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a great experience, our server Larry was amazing. We were able to get our food efficiently even with my party being late. 100% servers all around.
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Claude
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
1.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
To summarize my overall experience poor service and unprofessional. I arrived on time for my reservation but ended up having to stand and wait approx 10-15 mins for a table to be open. When we sat down the table was stick clearly unprepared. My family of 7 with a visibly pregnant wife’s sat for another 30-40 mins unassisted, empty table, not even a cup water was placed on the table. I asked to speak to manager three time, and the only answer I received was he is in the kitchen. No visible representation of anyone being accountable for the poor service. We ultimately went next door to eat. Surprisingly as we finished eating next door we noticed another family who also was waiting come to the restaurant next door because of the poor service. They mentioned that they waited and hour and a half and most items on the menu was not available. What I am most upset about is the time wasted on Mother’s Day. I can understand restaurants being busy but professionalism is the bare minimum. We did not get the bare minimum, I will never return to this establishment.
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Onzy VIP
Washington, D.C. Area24 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Horrible service, lack of professionalism, and they just didn’t seem to care.
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Renee VIP
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful service and vibe. The food was delicious and the cocktails were hand crafted with care.
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Joanner VIP
San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
The drinks are watered down and over priced. the food great
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Roslynn
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Waiter was very nice, however he was a 1 man show. He was the host, server and bartender. Will definitely go back but server needs some help.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Austin4 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
This is not the Bammy’s I remember. The servers couldn’t tell us how many pancakes were in a “stack.” Menu discrepancies like $20 seafood omelette online, but then $30 seafood omelettes on menu in person. Servers now wear uniforms? We used to come here and enjoy brunch for the live weekend DJs, extremely hospitable manager (Austin, we miss you), and amazing portions. Now? The dining furniture are oversized, cheap Black couches, stale environment, and servers in these Carnival cruise-looking butler uniforms. We left immediately.
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Corin
Baltimore / Maryland2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitress was so sweet and attentive. Nia made our anniversary dinner very special. The food was really good. I would definitely go back again. Food was fresh authentic and came out quickly.
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Joshua VIP
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Horrible experience here during Valentine’s Day. I was seated 30 minutes late. For my wait, I was offered no type of consolation or offered anything to make up for the time. After being seated I ordered drinks and food immediately. I waited over an hour for drinks. They never brought my food and tried to charge me for it on final bill. All they offered was to take the food off the bill. The food others received looked good but I was robbed of a proper experience.
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Michael
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The location is perfect and the vibe was very nice. However, the food situation was odd we ordered; wings, chicken patties, and oysters as the starter and the pasta salmon as entree. The female came back and told us that they were out of oysters and this was about 7:30 - 8:00. I was shocked to hear that they were out on a Valentine's Day night and the restaurant wasn't the pack when we arrived. So my partner decided to order an oxtail entree in replacement of the oyster. The crazy part is that we got the oxtail entree before the starter of the (6) wings and (2) chicken patties. Also, it seems like the female was alone because she overseeing multiple tables on both sides of the restaurant. I would like to go back and support the small black restaurant but I may go during happy hour to try the vibe again. I would rate the food 3 on a scale of 1-5.
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Bammy's Modern Caribbean is rated 3.8 stars by 27 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jun 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

301 Water St SE, Washington, DC 20003

Additional information

Cross street
Located in Navy Yard at Yards Park, between Morini and Agua 301.
Neighborhood
Navy Yard
Hours of operation
Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Caribbean, Jamaican, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
About 3 blocks from Navy Yard Metro station.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Peter Prime
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wine

Website
http://Www.bammysdc.com/
Phone number
(202) 204-1140

Bammy's Modern Caribbean

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