What is Granville Moore’s?

Simply, Granville Moore‘s is “A Gastropub with a Healthy Belgian Fetish”. Our pub features “gourmet bar food” and an amazing selection of Belgian ales, Belgian-style American ales and other great craft beer. Gaining notoriety from the Washingtonian (Best of 2008 & 2009, Top 100 Cheap Eats 2008, Top 75 Bars 2009, 2010), Washington City Paper (Best of D.C. 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 Best Mussels, Young and Hungry Top 50 Restaurants 2009, 2010), Imbibe Magazine Top 100 Places to Drink in America (Top Ten Gastropubs), Travel and Leisure, Playboy and Everyday with Rachel Ray (District of Cool  October 2008), Granville Moore’s has become a staple in the H Street NE neighborhood. We were also challenged to a “Moules – Frites Throwdown” in March 2008, with Food Network Star, Chef Bobby Flay – and won!

Who is Dr. Granville Moore?
Dr. Granville Moore was a neighborhood Doctor who twice a week provided pro-bono work for the sick and less fortunate members of the community at the location of Granville Moore’s. Although not much is known about him, we have had several wonderful visitors come in and share their stories of the Doctor. We sometimes feel that maybe he has been looking over us, just as he took care of others here for so long. We kept the name as an homage to the man who did so much for this community.

What is a Gastropub?
A Gastropub tends to be genuine old pubs that have been overhauled, yet retain the character of a traditional English pub. The furnishings are simple, and the food is usually higher end without the bells and whistles. The prices, though moderate for the type of dishes being served, are higher than what you might expect for a typical pub. And the beers, should just be awesome.

What type of food do you serve?
Granville Moore’s Kitchen, headed by Chefs Teddy Folkman, Maria Evans and Mike Lunsford, present a simple, flavorful, straightforward menu. Traditional moules (mussels) prepared in multiple ways, frites (twice-fried fries, hand-cut) with various dipping sauces, fresh bison burgers, steaks, seafood, appetizers, sandwiches and salads. From the numerous daily specials to the addictive frites, Granville Moore’s strives to offer guests cuisine prepared with respect for the food and cooked to their expectations. With no freezers, ovens or heat lamps in the microscopic kitchen, most everything is prepared daily using all natural meats, fresh seafood and local produce.

What types of beer do you serve?

Granville Moore’s selection of Belgian ales is one of the largest in the Mid-Atlantic. We look to maintain a diverse list of eclectic beers. All the beers are personally chosen by our Beverage Director and Professional Intoxicator Matt LeBarron, based on his vast knowledge, their individual merits and seasonality. We have over 50 true Belgian Beers by the bottle, numerous Belgian style american ales and some great American craft beer. As well we have 8 beers on draft at any given time and an impressive 750ml bottle list. Our beer menu changes daily. Because of our importers inventory, our beers sometimes don’t always make it to the good Doctor’s. Please check our current beer list and chalkboards for the most up to date beer pertinent information!

Not that there is any need, but what other libations are available besides beer?
Granville’s offers wine and a full selection of liquor including an impressive selection of whiskey and bourbon.

Do you take reservations and what is the wait time like to seat?
Monday thru Thursday we take reservations up until 6:30pm and Monday thru Wednesday after 9:00pm. Because of our limited space, we do not take reservations during other times. During those time, seating is on a first come first serve basis managed by our host. Waits vary throughout the week. You can always call 202.399.BLGM (2546) that evening and speak with our staff who will let you know the seating situation. If you live or are in the neighborhood, you can stop by and if we are full (typically by 6:30pm) simply give your name and cell number to the host. They will then contact you to let you know when your table is ready. While waiting, feel free to enjoy some beverages at our bar or at our surrounding neighborhood establishments. From 7:00pm to 9:00pm is usually the busiest time so we suggest arriving early or a little late for a better chance of dining without a wait. We encourage people to dine at the bar as well where we serve a full menu.

What are your Hours of Operation?
Bar:
5:00pm – CL Monday – Friday
11:00am – CL Saturday and Sunday
Kitchen:
5:00pm -­ 10:00pm Monday -­ Wednesday
5:00pm ­- 11:00pm Thursday & Friday
11:00am – 3:00pm than 4:00pm – 11:00pm Saturday
11:00am – 3:00pm than 4:00pm – 10:00pm Sunday

Late Night:
11:30pm – 1:00am Friday – Saturday

Brunch:
11:00am – 3:00pm Saturday and Sunday

Are you on Facebook and Twitter?

You can also follow some of our team on twitter:
Chef Teddy Folkman – @chefteddy
Beverage Director Matt LeBarron – @intoxicatormatt