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Kramers is an iconic independent bookstore, versatile events space, award-winning restaurant, and illustrious bar — all in one. Since 1976, Kramers has been the quintessential gathering place for friendly locals, curious visitors, highfalutin foodies, happy hour revelers, comedy lovers, jazz experts, authors, intellectuals, and frankly, everyone else, too.

All Day

All Day by Kramers is largely inspired by modern American cuisine with touches of French influence. Our menu is as ecclectic as our book collections, with Breakfast All Day and brunch, Flatiron & Frites, to home-made desserts like Goober Pies and carrot cake. 

Enjoy your meal in the solarium, which has been refreshed with greenery and bookish murals illustrating the 49 year old history of Kramer, the outdoor patio or the our renovated bar & lounge.

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Shop Online & Local

Can't visit us in the store? Check us out on Bookshop.org for new releases, staff picks, and curated reading lists. Get books shipped to your door (or nationwide) and help support your local independent bookstore.

You can always count on the Kramers’ book buyer and staff to surface the best, brightest and boldest new releases and classics, and to dig up undiscovered gems and authors on the rise.

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Make a Reservation

Did you know? We were selected as an OpenTable Diners' Choice, which includes top-rated restaurants in the DMV area. Celebrate your next occasion with us!

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