Events

Join us for Women’s History Month celebrations with our Second Floor Sessions: a special series of dining experiences held on the 2nd floor of Hank’s Oyster Bar in Old Town, Alexandria.

On Sunday, March 10, we’re thrilled to welcome Executive Chef Lucy Dakwar, Chef de Cuisine Sarah Ewald, and Chef/Owner Katherine Thompson, our esteemed neighbors at Thompson Italian, as they collaborate with Hank’s Chef and Owner Jamie Leeds to present a delightful four-course dinner with optional wine pairings.

Amuse:
Potato Croquettes, prosciutto, soppressata

First Course:
Cauliflower Caesar, roasted cauliflower, tri color cauliflower, miso aioli, colatura, olive granola

Second Course:
Artichoke and Kale Ravioli, saffron brodo, ricotta, pecorino

Third Course:
Braised Heritage Pork, celery root puree, fennel. pickled grapes

Dessert
Chocolate-Almond Torta, Vanilla Cream

Every Sunday throughout March, be a part of these unique events, featuring Jamie Leeds alongside remarkable women in the food and beverage industry, promising an evening filled with exceptional cuisine, delightful drinks, and enriching conversation.

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Psssst…catch Chef Jamie Leeds on NBC Washington talking about Women’s History Month.

February 15, 2024

Join us in honoring Women’s History Month with our Second Floor Sessions: an exclusive series of dining experiences taking place on the second floor of Hank’s Oyster Bar in Old Town, Alexandria.

Dive into a fun and interactive Pupusa Making Workshop at Hank’s on Sunday, March 3 from 4-6pm. Learn the art of making delicious Salvadoran pupusas from scratch with El Tamarindo’s Ana Reyes, who will share her secret recipes and guide you through the process.

Get your hands dirty as you knead the dough, shape the dough, stuff it with mouthwatering fillings, and then Ana’s team will grill them to perfection. Enjoy bites like oysters from Hank’s Oyster Bar, pupusas & empanadas from El Tamarindo while you work. You’ll get your three pupusa creations to-go along with curtido slaw and salsa de tomate to try at home!

Every Sunday throughout March, indulge in these unique events curated by Chef and Owner Jamie Leeds of Hank’s Oyster Bar in collaboration with remarkable women in the food and beverage industry.

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February 15, 2024

Laissez les Bons Temps Rouler with Hank’s Oyster Bar on the Wharf!

From Friday, February 9 through Tuesday, February 13, Hank’s Oyster Bar on the Wharf is serving up a true New Orleans style Fat Tuesday celebration with a variety of delicious in-house food and drink specials including:

JAMBALAYA
Shrimp, Chicken, Andouille Sausage, Cajun Rice, Onion, Bell Peppers, Scallions.

NEW ORLEANS STYLE BBQ SHRIMP
4 head on Shrimp basted in Porter, Hot Sauce, Worcestershire Sauce, Rosemary, and Butter
Served with Grilled Crostini

HANK’S HURRICANES
Served with beads while supplies last!

Plus, we’re also pouring Carre on My Wayward and Classic Sazerac cocktails.

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Please note that we are closed on Sunday, February 11.

February 1, 2024

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with us at Hank’s Oyster Bar from Wednesday, February 14 to Sunday, February 18 — that’s FIVE days of love AND seafood.

We’re serving up Heart-Shaped Lobster Ravioli, Bone Marrow and Oysters, AND a Build-Your-Own Seafood Tower for Two! This epic tower features your choice of six items from three different tiers for $80.  Want to go big? Opt for the Ultimate Tower, featuring all options for $195.

Start with:

Pickled House-made Vegetables

Choose 3 of the following:

½ Dozen Salty Wolfe Oysters

3 Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail per person

Smoked Whitefish Dip

Seafood Ceviche

Chilled Squid with Garlic-Parsley Sauce

2 Sake Oyster Shooters per person

Choose 2 of the following:

½ Dozen Middleneck Clams

Crudo of the Day

Mussels Escabeche

Octopus Ceviche

White Anchovy Pinxtos

Tuna Tartare

Choose 1 of the following:  

½ Chilled Lobster Whole Chilled Lobster +$31

King Crab ‘Lobster Roll Style” with Salmon Roe

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January 25, 2024

Introducing two snow day specials for you!

We’ve got lunch and dinner covered today with our kids-eat-free snow day offering! ⛄️

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Enjoy 2-for-1 hot toddies at the bar for just $17.

Hank’s Classic Hot Toddy with bourbon, honey syrup, lemon juice, water

A Ginger Named Todd with bourbon, golden falernum, honey syrup, lemon juice, water

Hottie With a Toddy with bourbon, pimento dram, honey syrup, lemon juice, water

Available at all Hank’s locations.

January 19, 2024

January 4, 2024

Celebrate the re-opening of the Rooftop at Hank’s Oyster Bar, Old Town with CHOWDERFEST! Join us Sunday, February 18th from 11am-1pm and nosh on all-you-can-eat east coast oysters on the half shell, fried oyster and shrimp sliders, and CHOWDERS including Manhattan, New England, Oyster, and Mixed Seafood versions.

Quench your thirst with all-you-can drink NARRAGANSETT, House Wines, and our Chowderfest punch!

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THIS EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE. MUST BE 21+ to ATTEND.

January 3, 2024

CHEERS TO GOOD EATS DURING DC RESTAURANT WEEK!

Good news, seafood lovers, DC Restaurant Week is back this winter. Join us at Hank’s Dupont Circle and Hank’s on the Wharf through Sunday, January 28 and enjoy a special three-course menu full of classics like our Fish & Chips, Fried Shrimp Po’Boy, and Fried Oyster Dinner.

3 Courses – $55, per person, available for lunch and dinner

Check out the menu and reserve your table today!!!

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December 29, 2023

Come put your favorite beverage to the test in an Epic Seafood Pairing Battle of BEER V. SPIRITS!

Led by two of the best in the industry, this FIVE ROUND battle pairs both a beer and a cocktail with seafood bites from Hank’s Oyster Bar’s menu. Join Bill Butcher of Port City Brewing Company and Catoctin Creek’s Mary Andrew at Hank’s Old Town on Sunday, February 4 for this epic beverage showdown.

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Tickets are $75 which includes 5 beer tastings, 5 cocktail tasting, and 5 seafood bites. Menu coming soon.

Event is 21+.
Given the format of the event, we are unable to accommodate any allergies.

Menu

ROUND 1
Salty Wolfe Oysters on the Half Shell, Lower Chincoteague, Virginia
Port City’s Downright Pilsner – Bohemian-style Pilsner
Catoctin Creek’s Becky’s Bubbles

ROUND 2
Fried Oysters with Cayenne Remoulade
Port City’s Pizza Night – Amber Lager
Catoctin Creek’s Five Spice Buck

ROUND 3
Seared Sesame Crusted Tuna: Salmon Roe, Avocado Mousse, Aji Amarillo, Ginger-Soy Sauce
Port City’s Belgian-style Witbier
Catoctin Creek’s Smash!

ROUND 4
Pan Seared Diver Sea Scallop with Celery Root Puree, Swiss Chard, Oyster Mushrooms,
Guanciale, and Blood Orange Glaze
Port City’s Monumental IPA – American IPA
Catoctin Creek’s Marga-RYE-ta

ROUND 5
Chocolate Mousse
Port City’s COLOSSAL Anniversary Ale – Old Ale
Catoctin Creek’s Main St Manhattan

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December 29, 2023

Experience an immersion into the world of watercolors with watercolorist and food illustrator, Marcella Kriebel, and discover the art of watercolor painting at Hank’s Old Town on Tuesday, March 26 from 6-8:15pm.

Attendees will be provided with original artwork inspired by seafood and designed by Marcella to watercolor, allowing you to bring your own masterpiece to life. Your ticket includes a welcome reception with a cocktail and small bites and all the necessary art supplies for the session.

Food and drinks will be available to purchase à la carte while you watercolor — or join us for dinner after the event!

The welcome reception starts promptly at 6pm, and the class begins at 6:20pm.

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Pssst…catch our Chef Jamie Leeds on NBC Washington talking about Women’s History Month.

December 28, 2023