Busboys and Poets is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

1. Busboys and Poets

8.8
2021 14th St NW (at V St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · U-Street · 356 tips and reviews

Rita L.Rita Lassiter: Rita's must haves: shrimp and grits, white chocolate banana pudding :-).

Yvette F.Yvette Fibleuil: Shrimp & basil grits w/ pomegranate whiskey sour = must have combo! Bonus: ask for a side of bacon to sprinkle on top. ;-)

Christin J.Christin J.: The shrimp & grits are to die for! DC Tap Water is also a must

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

2. Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab

9.1
750 15th St NW (at H St NW), Washington, D.C.
Seafood Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 84 tips and reviews

Samantha R.Samantha Rapoza: Steaks, shrimp, salads, everything is top notch. The service is also wonderful. Great for special occasions

David B.David Brown: The fried chicken was picturesque, could have been seasoned a little more, but edible. The fried shrimp was perfect, the drinks were on point and the service was exceptional.

Derek G.Derek Gaskins: Stone crab, oysters, shrimp, lobster, and prime steaks. Service is always exceptional too.

Old Ebbitt Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

3. Old Ebbitt Grill

9.1
675 15th St NW (at G St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 689 tips and reviews

Daycation DCDaycation DC: Washington, DC’s oldest saloon full of history. Try the Crab and Artichoke Dip, Cannelloni di Casa, or Parmesan Shrimp Caesar Wrap - all are excellent lunch choices. Read more.

Jamie H.Jamie Hutchins: Get the special Bloody Mary with the shrimp dressing. Great oysters always (check the annual Oyster festival). Country ham breakfast with fried green tomatoes - welcome start.

Enryqwe L.Enryqwe Lopes: The peel & eat Shrimp 🍤 simply the best starters 👌 Don't forget try the salmon another great dish.

Georgia Brown's is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

4. Georgia Brown's

8.0
950 15th St NW (at K St NW), Washington, D.C.
Southern Food Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 137 tips and reviews

John J.John Johannides: EVERYTHING was great! Every bite was exquisite. Main course came out faster than some fast food restaurants. I had the Louisiana Devil Shrimp which I highly recommend.

Paul L.Paul Larson: Shrimp grits is awesome, Sangria rocks! Super meal.

Eric A.Eric Andersen: The "Devil" Shrimp is fantastic — stuffed with crab and combined with mac & cheese!

Boqueria is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

5. Boqueria

8.3
1837 M Street, NW (at 19th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Spanish Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 129 tips and reviews

Caitlin R.Caitlin Rush: You won't find a better combination of food, atmosphere and service. The gambas (shrimp), patatas bravas & meatballs are incredible, not to mention the sangria.

Katie R.Katie Russell: Amazing tapas! Mushrooms, empanadas, dates, shrimp, lamb stuffed peppers. Top it off with some Nutella chorizos. O.M.G.

Steven H.Steven Hassall: Loved the tapas here, every dish was great especially the shrimp and pork flatbreads although the Brussels sprout were burnt

Hot N Juicy Crawfish is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

6. Hot N Juicy Crawfish

7.7
2651 Connecticut Ave NW (btwn Calvert St & Woodley Rd NW), Washington, D.C.
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · Woodley Park · 82 tips and reviews

CeCe C.CeCe Chanel: 2 pounds crawfish n 1 pond shrimp fries and beer.. Worth the trip. Spicy will have u sweating.

Dawn A.Dawn A: Them garlic butter shrimp is the best but your fingers smell like garlic 24 hours later. so worth it though!

Alice F.Alice Ferris: Try the Shrimp With Spicy Hot N Juicy Sauce - I love this stuff. Sauce was spicier than the last time I was here, but still yummy. (via @Foodspotting)

Lauriol Plaza is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

7. Lauriol Plaza

8.3
1835 18th St NW (at T St NW), Washington, D.C.
Mexican Restaurant · Northwest Washington · 264 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Lamb Fajitas is the best option on the Specials menu, if they're out of that definitely go for the Mar y Tierra, bacon-wrapped filet mignon and shrimp!

Carmen C.Carmen Council: Salmon a la Parrilla with shrimp is AMAZING! Also love the HUGE margaritas.

Brian B.Brian Burleson: The swirl margaritas are awesome! Love fish tacos/shrimp tacos, shrimp chimichanga is a favorite + crab & shrimp enchiladas are crazy good! Large portions, trendy atmosphere and good service🌈

Oyamel Cocina Mexicana is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

8. Oyamel Cocina Mexicana

8.7
401 7th St NW (at D St NW), Washington, D.C.
Mexican Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 324 tips and reviews

Stefanie S.Stefanie Spatola: Best dishes: tuna cheviche, brussels sprouts, camarones (shrimp), braised short ribs, chile en nogada (pablano stuffed pepper) and for dessert... de tres leches (amazing). Also get the fresh gauc.

Rachel C.Rachel Coker: Amazing guacamole, fish tacos and shrimp with garlic. Go with a group so you can try lots of dishes. And definitely order a margarita.

Sandra R.Sandra Rubinchik: Don't fill up on overpriced guacamole and chips. There are so many yummy things to eat and try! The tuna ceviche, camarones (this pictured shrimp dish), and the shredded braised beef taco are musts.

Farmers Fishers Bakers is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

9. Farmers Fishers Bakers

8.5
3000 K St NW (at Washington Harbour), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Georgetown · 221 tips and reviews

Julie C.Julie Collins: Shrimp Scampi was amazing! Light over rice w veggies.

Stephanie R.Stephanie Rivero: It's all you can eat, the food is delicious. They have everything like sushi, shrimp, pizza cinnamon roll, deserts, Mexican food, breakfast I mean everything.

Trish T.Trish TheDish: Drinks are bangerang. Food is heavenly. Peeled white Carolina shrimp is amazing but a small serving. Tacos are great too! Did I mention the kettle corn? Sitting outside is clutch for people watching.

Le Diplomate is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

10. Le Diplomate

9.2
1601 14th St NW (at Q St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Logan Circle - Shaw · 313 tips and reviews

Megan W.Megan Williams: Get everything but the mushroom tarte. Shrimp salad, onion soup both very good. And the decor!! Tres Bon!!

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: If there's one thing you want to indulge on, it's the massive Grand Plateau seafood tower featuring rockweed, various oysters, clams, mussels, scallops, lobster, uni, snow & king crab, and shrimp!

Ana Marie 💃Ana Marie 💃: Lobster Risotto on Tuesdays only, so good. Warm shrimp salad, steak tartar, scallops are all so tasty. Finish off with the creme brûlée and mint chocolate chip gelato.

Zaytinya is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

11. Zaytinya

9.0
701 9th St NW (at G St. NW), Washington, D.C.
Mediterranean Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 414 tips and reviews

Kathryn Y.Kathryn Yu: Loved the falafel, crispy eggplant, sauteed shrimp with dill, and ground lamb and tahini in a crisp pita.

Kara A.Kara Allan: Shrimp with Dill, Escargot and Crab Cakes are my favs!!!

Javier R.Javier Rodriguez: Make reservations, the place is awesome , hommus , shrimp or sausage, don't be afraid to try anything here...

Matchbox Vintage Pizza Bistro is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

12. Matchbox Vintage Pizza Bistro

8.4
521 8th St SE (btwn E & G St SE), Washington, D.C.
Pizzeria · Capitol Hill · 151 tips and reviews

Dennis M.Dennis M: Try the bacon wrapped shrimp with cheese grits. I get it every time I go.

Randy H.Randy Hill (Boochie): Get the Shrimp N Grits and its not just for black folks either!

Nathan M.Nathan McClain: The shrimp and grits are amazing.

Po Boy Jim is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

13. Po Boy Jim

709 H St NE, Washington, D.C.
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · Near Northeast · 20 tips and reviews

Cheikh R.Cheikh Ra: Shrimp Po'Boy was very tasty and the service was great!

Mary B.Mary Bossard: Shrimp and grits, and shrimp po boys were delightful :-)

Universal E.Universal Em: Had the fried shrimp Po Boy and it was simply delicious. Joe the bartender is the type of industry folk that other industry folk desire to be. All 51%. Full but thinking about the next Po Boy. #187

Puddin' is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

14. Puddin'

7.9
1309 5th Street NE (Neal Place), Washington, D.C.
Food Truck · Trinidad · 10 tips and reviews

Lenore W.Lenore Washington-Graham: Try the Shrimp n' Grits, then come back for Gumbo.

Capital SpiceCapital Spice: Best "on the go" shrimp n' grits around. The shrimp po boy comes with a nice vinegar slaw to brighten up the sandwich. Worth a trip!

Matt S.Matt Silverman: Shrimp poboy sandwich is legitimately good. Would have never trusted shrimp from a food truck until I tried puddin truck.

CHOPT is one of The 15 Best Places for Shrimp in Washington.

15. CHOPT

8.3
730 7th St NW (at G St NW), Washington, D.C.
Salad Restaurant · Chinatown · 71 tips and reviews

Kim B.Kim B.: The Grilled Asian salad with shrimp and 5 flavor Asian dressing is the best thing on the menu. The Po'boy is a close second!

King K.King Kan: The palm beach shrimp is awesome!!! Chyeah!!!!

Luis A.Luis Alvarado: Try the palm beach shrimp salad, really good!