Junction Bistro & Bar

238 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington - 20002
82 reviews
Bistros American
(202) 800-5222

Pretty good pot roast! The servers brought out bacon for Maggie, our ? guest, which was very sweet. I'd recommend sitting outdoors if possible because the music can get pretty loud inside! ?

Great lunch spot to cool off and refuel. Menu offers a variety of options. Fun people watching in the hustle and bustle of Capitol. The bacon is a must—on any meal!

I really want to like this place given I live just a few doors down, but here’s the reality:1. Great place for after work drinks. Far more acceptable for work meetings/HH than other bars in the area. Proximity to the Hill can’t be beat.2. Food has variety and is generally good. I really enjoy the dinner items, but the brunch menu is not as impressive. Burritos that are dripping wet, unseasoned potatoes, not many sweet options. Dinner on the other hand — gotta go for the bowls or big salads.3. The biggest issue is the price. For two breakfast burritos and one Aperol Spritz the total came to $50. $50! Not at all neighborhood cafe prices.4. For the price, counter service just doesn’t seem right. There are no wait staff and you have to go back to the counter for a drink or water refill.Will I keep coming back? Sure. Will I do it often given the prices? No.

Marcos, the manager, has gotten this restaurant in gear so fast and we in Chevy Chase/Friendship Heights couldn’t be more delighted! The menu has lots of interesting choices, from baked goods, salads and sandwiches and a variety of entrees at dinner time. My fave is the Thai chicken noodles in a curry broth. The coffees are spot on, excellent espresso drinks, too. And a bar, something that has been badly needed in this area. The seating is spaced out nicely so noise level is moderate. And nice outdoor eating with Morella for shade. I’ve brought many friends here for a coffee and more…all are impressed. Welcome to Chevy Chase Marcos and his team!

Great happy hour, amazing service, will definitely be back! Got the punch and sat on the patio - wonderful little spot!

This place is great! Brunch is on point with a really good espresso cocktail and a really good breakfast burrito option. My fiancé and I have had dinner there a couple of times too, including the spicy cauliflower which is out of this world and the fish sandwich which my fiancé raves about. They have specials most, if not all, nights too.

Had a really great staff right when it re-opened but has since gone way downhill. Will wait 15 mins on the patio for service every. single. time. This place is nothing without Joe.

Tried Junction Bistro on a whim and it was fantastic. The food is great and reasonably priced, fun atmosphere, and service was outstanding! We sat at the bar because tables were full and didn’t even have to ask for refills on our bottomless mimosas. I would highly recommend a weekend brunch here.

OMG! So I show up on A Monday nite, their chalkboard advertised special-of-the-day is a burger for $10. Kinda dear, but ok, my friend said the burgers are awesome. (Darn. He was wrong.) First up, two “$10 burgers” + 2 fries (no drink, we’re taking ‘em with us) is somehow $38 & change. Couldn’t bring myself to tip more than 11% (wait a minute — _what_service_? I walked over here & ordered! You’re preparing my food & handing me a bag!) SO! $42 out the door with 2 burgers + fries. The fries were mediocre… so they went well with the burgers. I think their landlord should lower the rent. This joint is not likely to survive with this food at these prices. Sorry. I wanted to like them.

Stellar experience. Shrimp and grits was too rich but overall it was awesome. Cocktails especially