For the September launch of Hank's Oyster Bar Old Town, chef Jamie Leeds has a near-replica of her popular seafood joint of the same name in Dupont Circle . At Hank's II, my Everest turns out to be a trio of fish tacos wedged into a small basket — like Rosie O'Donnell in a size 6 dress — and heaped with shredded lettuce, chopped tomato and slippery avocado. Breaking ranks with seafood are a satisfying "autumn" salad of shaved squash and frisee and the nightly "Meats & Two" entrees that include a couple of side dishes. The concise menu includes a short wine list with a number of acidic whites to support the seafood focus, but their prices are fairly high when you consider the $19 entree average. You can 't reserve a table at Hank's II, but you can call 20 minutes ahead of your anticipated arrival and put your name on a waiting list. read more

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