Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley • Washington D.C., DC

The Best Shrimp & Grits in Washington D.C.

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The Best Shrimp & Grits in Washington D.C.

At Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley in Penn Quarter, Washington D.C., our Shrimp & Grits is the dish that keeps guests coming back. Gulf shrimp over creamy stone-ground grits with Cajun cream sauce — crafted with premium ingredients and the personal touch of founder Kevin Kelley. Every bite is a celebration of elevated Southern cuisine. See the full menu.

"The Shrimp & Grits at K+K in Washington D.C. is absolutely unreal. Best I've ever had — and the vibe, the DJ, the cocktails... it's a whole experience."

— Verified 5-Star Guest Review

Pair It with a Signature Kocktail

Our Shrimp & Grits pairs perfectly with a 24K Gold Fashioned (aged whiskey with real edible gold), a Toasted Marshmallow Espresso Martini, or a Strawberry Jalapeño Margarita. For the table, order a 24K Magical Champagne Tower and make it a celebration. Explore our Kocktails.

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