Open Crumb
$ • Soul Food, African
Hours:
1243 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington
(202) 610-9979
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Open Crumb Reviews
I moved from NYC to DC and I brought my food snob attitude. Then I stumbled across Open Crumb and expectations were low. To my surprise, I had the best meal I've had all year (including NYC restaurants). The Red Red is a perfect blend of spices and balance between sweet and savory. I've taken food to other friends in DC and they loved the peanut soup with chicken (more like gravy than soup and good over rice). Don't overlook this DC gem!
I was looking for some good food and decided to try this place out. First I like to add the staff were so friendly. It was two brothers working one taking orders the other preparing the food. Because this was my first time I had a lot of questions and the two were very helpful in answering questions and offering suggestions based off what I asked. I ordered fried whiting fish with jollaf rice cooked in a tomato based sauce and a salad. I also ordered red beans and rice, fried...read full review
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Hours
Monday | 11AM - 6PM |
Tuesday | 11AM - 8PM |
Wednesday | 11AM - 8PM |
Thursday | 11AM - 8PM |
Friday | 11AM - 8PM |
Saturday | 11AM - 8PM |
Sunday | Closed |
Customer service is nonexistent, I don’t know if the male that waited on me is neurodivergent, but I kept saying thank you while ordering and when he gave me my food. He just looked at me. I was the ONLY one in the establishment so a greeting, “hi, how are you” or a wave from the kitchen staff would go a long way. However, they just look mean with no emotions. But hey, at least the food is good.. ??♀️?