Proper 21
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Delivery
Private dining
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Additional information
- Dining style
Casual Elegant
- Cuisines
Contemporary American
- Hours of operation
Saturday and Sunday: 11:00am - close Monday - Friday: 11:00am - close
- Phone number
(202) 847-3674
- Website
- Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
- Dress code
Business Casual
- Executive chef
Steve Forbes
- 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: (855) 548-0024
- 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
Popular dishes
Menu
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Proper Wings$12.99
classic buffalo / bourbon bbq / sweet chili / gold rush / chon bon / zip zip / crank sauce
Truffle Fries$9.99
parmesan / scallions / malt vinegar aioli
Broccoli Cheddar Monkey Bread$12.99
roasted broccoli / cheddar cheese / crispy dough cheese sauce
Meatball Eggrolls$12.99
turkey meatballs / fontina / granna / parm cheese / basil / house red sauce / roasted garlic puree
Tuna Crudo*$17.99
Yellowtail tuna / crispy rice cake / house sushi sauce / scallion / ponzu / avocado puree / fresno aioli
Crispy Pork Belly Bun$12.99
chili glazed pork belly / crispy lotus bun / jalapeño / pickled daikon / sriracha aioli / cilantro
Dips & Spreads
$13.99
Winter Burrata
pomegranate-relish / olive oil / toast points
Chili con Queso
black beans / cheddar cheese / turkey
Crab Dip
lump crab / cream cheese / arugula / roasted red peppers / pita
Spread Duo
butternut goat cheese / red pepper hummus / crispy pita chips / tortilla crostini
Soups & Salads
Add Chicken $4, Add Salmon* $9
Turkey Chili
- Standard$7.45
- The Proper Way$8.99
Soup of the Day$6.99
Winter Buddha Bowl$15.99
Roasted squash / equinox grains / charred corn / red bliss / black beans / pomegranate-relish / roasted shallot vinaigrette. Vegan friendly
Southwest Chicken$15.99
romaine / crispy chicken / tomatoes / onions / roasted corn / cheddar / crisp tortilla strips / red pepper ranch
Brussels$16.45
sun dried tomatoes / bacon lardon / pickled onions / fennel / grain mustard vinaigrette
Spicy Tuna*$21.99
sesame tuna / seaweed / avocado / lotus chips / fresno chilies / udon noodles / ginger sesame vinaigrette
Truffle Caesar$14.99
romaine hearts / grana padano / truffle croutons / charred & chilled cherry tomatoes / black truffle
Buffalo Chicken Mac
Buffalo Chicken Mac$13.99
elbow pasta / buffalo chicken / white cheddar / scallions
Proper Flatbreads
$14.99
Buffalo Chicken
crispy chicken / cheddar / buffalo sauce / blue cheese dressing
Crispy Brussels
fresno chilies / pickled onions / glazed brussels / grana padano
Loaded Potato
white cheddar / bacon / scallions / red bliss / sour cream
Burgers, Sandwiches, & Such
Served with Seasoned French Fries. Upgrade ($1.50): house salad | caesar salad | truffle fries
Proper Burger*$15.99
7 oz. angus beef patty / applewood smoked bacon / white cheddar / american cheese / bistro onions / dijonaise / potato bun
Black and Blue*$15.99
7 oz. cajun spiced beef patty / blue cheese / chive mayo / lettuce / tomato / english muffin
Spiced Salmon Burger*$15.99
sriracha mayo / asian slaw / potato bun
Turkey Meatball Hoagie$15.99
aged provolone / fontina / turkey meatballs / torn basil / red sauce
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake*$18.99
4 oz. crab cake / chesapeake aioli / coleslaw / potato bun
World's Greatest Sandwich$15.99
fried eggs / candied-pepper bacon / lettuce / tomato / spicy mayo / cheddar / sourdough
Korean Chicken Sandwich$15.99
crispy dark meat chicken / pickled daikon / sweet gochujang / chili aioli / sesame roll
Charred Veggie Tacos$15.99
roasted veggies / spicy aioli / queso fresco
Pastas
Available Daily After 5PM
Sweet Potato Gnocchi$18.99
spinach / fennel / shallot / roasted red peppers / sherry cream
Sundried Tomato Chicken Carbonara$21.45
sun-dried tomatoes / roasted garlic / broccoli / bacon / garlic cheesy bread
Plates
Available Daily After 5PM
Brick Chicken$21.45
½ roasted chicken / cheese polenta / garlic chili broccolini / smoky chicken jus
Ginger Salmon*$23.99
seared atlantic salmon / ginger orange glaze / spinach / fennel / crispy rice cake
Steak Frites*$25.45
8 oz. marinated hanger steak / seasoned fries / arugula / proper sauce
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake*
4 oz. crab cake / coleslaw / seasoned fries / chesapeake aioli
- Single$17.99
- Double$28.99
Mom's Meatloaf$24.99
Home-style meatloaf / crispy brussels / goat-cheese mashed potatoes / tangy chef's sauce
Sides
Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes
French Fries
Crispy Brussels
Garlic Chili Broccolini
House / Caesar Salad
Solstice Grains
What 581 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
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- 4.1Food
- 3.8Service
- 3.9Ambience
- 3.8Value
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Safety precautions
Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables
Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
FAQs
Proper 21 does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.
Proper 21 is rated 4 stars by 581 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Order delivery or takeout
Delivery
1319 F St NW Washington, DC 20004
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
- 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, MasterCard, Visa
- Executive chef
Steve Forbes
- 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
- 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: (855) 548-0024