Hank & Mitzis in Washington, D.C. operates like three restaurants in one—each with its own menu, pricing strategy, and culinary personality. In 2025, the Italian eatery continues to prioritize value-driven daypart dining, housemade pasta, and weekend-only innovations, all while offering one of the city’s most generous happy hours and a $50 takeout feast that feeds four. Here’s what makes their current menu stand out.
Lunch (Tue–Fri, 11:30 AM–3 PM): Italian Comfort at Its Most Affordable
Lunch isn’t just a scaled-down dinner—it’s a strategic sweet spot for budget-conscious diners who still want full flavor:
- Fettuccine Bolognese (Leeds family recipe with beef, pork, oxtail): $14
- Spaghetti & Meatballs: $14
- The Hank Pizza (hot sausage, cotto, pepperoni): $14
- Caesar Salad: $9
- Fried Calamari: $11
Pastas are $3–$4 cheaper than dinner, and pizzas start at just $12 (House Pie). It’s Italian excellence without the evening premium.
Happy Hour (Tue–Fri, 4–6 PM, Dine-In Only): The City’s Best Deal
Forget overpriced bar bites—Hank & Mitzis flips the script:
- Hank’s Meatballs: $0.99 each
- Fried Calamari with arrabbiata: $6
- Margherita or Pizza Bianca: $7
- House wine, rail cocktails, Stella Artois: $6
Perfect for after-work gatherings, and only available at the bar or tables—not for takeout.
Dinner (Tue–Sun, 4 PM Onward): Bold Flavors, Premium Ingredients
Dinner unlocks the full range:
- Seared Sea Scallops with porcini fonduta: $32
- Ossobuco of Virginia Lamb with spring peas and preserved lemon: $32
- Shrimp Fra Diavolo on fresh mafalde: $25
- Rabbit Cacciatore with orecchiette: $32
Pasta remains the soul of the menu—all made in-house daily, with gluten-free options available at no extra cost.
Weekend Brunch (Sat–Sun, 12–4 PM): Italian Brunch Reinvented
This is where Hank & Mitzis truly diverges from the norm with brunch-only creations:
- Pizza al Uovo ($18): black truffle fonduta, poached egg, asparagus
- Maritozzi con Panna ($10): yeasted bun filled with whipped cream + Nutella
- Brunch Caesar Salad ($16): bacon, eggs mimosa, anchovies
- Brunch Calzone ($16): ricotta, prosciutto cotto, Parmesan hollandaise
- Lamb Ossobuco ($28)—a lighter, brunch-priced version of the $32 dinner dish
Pastas like Linguine with Clams drop to $17, and Shrimp Fra Diavolo is $23—making brunch a high-value indulgence.
The Hidden Hero: Italian Family Feast for Four ($50)
Available only via TOCK for advance takeout, this bundle includes:
- Caesar Salad for 4
- Choice of 2 pastas: Bolognese, Lasagna, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Cacio e Pepe, or Mafalde
- Choice of 2 pizzas: The Mitzi, The Hank, Veggie, or Cheese & Pepperoni
At $12.50 per person, it’s one of D.C.’s most satisfying Italian group meals.
Cocktails & Wine: Crafted for Both Sipping and Sharing
The cocktail list blends Italian inspiration with American creativity:
- Italian Mule (grappa, ginger beer): $12
- You Broke My Heart, Roberto Baggio (vanilla vodka, Disaronno, egg white): $14
All cocktails are available to-go as double servings (2x price). The wine list spans accessible by-the-glass options (Nero d’Avola $9) to cellar-worthy reserves like Brunello La Togata 2013 ($119) and Barolo Broccardo 2016 ($105).
Whether you’re grabbing $0.99 meatballs during happy hour, savoring truffle pizza at brunch, or ordering the $50 family feast for a cozy night in, Hank & Mitzis delivers layered, intentional Italian dining—tailored to when you eat, not just what you order.
Plan your visit and view the complete 2025 menu at https://www.hankandmitzis.com/menus/.