
Low-key, basement-level Downtown spot offers signature wings with “mumbo” sauce & strong drinks.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1029 Vermont Ave NW, Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (202) 347-4488
Website: http://stansdc.com/
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Reservations: stansdc.com
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Reviews
I had a fish sandwich and fries. Those at my table had chicken wings. The French fries here were great. Crispy on the outside and soft inside.
They aren’t lying when they say they have the strongest drinks. Drinking here is not for the faint of heart. My rum punch was mostly rum and a bit of punch. It tasted great though. I had a large tequila shot that was like 3 shots in one. I couldn’t finish it but I appreciated the volume. The bartender was sweet and kind. He was a part of the fun inbetween his heavy pours. Very nice guy.
As someone born and raised in Baltimore, MD, telling real crabmeat from imitation isn’t a preference, it’s a birthright. Real crab — even claw meat — has a distinct texture and density. What I was served was unmistakably imitation crab: overly flaky, fishy, and completely inconsistent with real Maryland crabmeat.
This isn’t a small detail or a matter of taste — it’s dishonest advertising paired with an unjustified upcharge. If a menu item claims “real crabmeat,” that claim needs to be honored. Period.
Until Stan’s is transparent and actually serves real crabmeat in dishes advertised as such, I strongly recommend avoiding any menu item involving crab. Baltimore diners know better, and we deserve better.
I’m sharing this not just to criticize, but to call for change. Either update the menu honestly or upgrade the product — but don’t insult customers by passing imitation crab off as the real thing.
So boom. I pull up to Stan’s all calm, civilized, grown. Thought I was just gon’ have “a lil drink.” A LIL DRINK WHERE??!
Why is they pouring 4oz of liquor like they offended at sobriety?? In a 12oz glass?? That ain’t a cocktail, that’s a life decision. That’s a “text your ex and apply for a business loan” type pour.
It’s ducked off in the cut so I’m like… hmmm this either finna be sketch or legendary. Baby. LEGENDARY. Cute crowd, good energy, music hitting, and them drinks? Oh they not here to play with you. They here to baptize you.
I do NOT recommend if:
• You gotta drive.
• You got a 6am shift.
• You pretending to be responsible.
• You not tryna Get Fully Unhinged.
I DO recommend if:
• You wanna laugh loud.
• You tryna feel your ancestors two sips in.
• You ready to text “y’all I love you” to 17 people.
Stan’s said, “hydration is optional.” And I respect the honesty.
10/10 vibes.
0/10 sobriety.
Would absolutely risk it again.
Made it back for wings. Nice a crispy!!
My only complaint about this place was for a cocktail. I had been drinking beer and decided to order an old fashioned as my last drink. Watching the bartender make it, I knew it wasn’t going to be good. Maybe I’m spoiled to bars that make Old fashioned with care and pride and not like a cheap club drink. It was absolutely disgusting. I took 2 sips, pushed it away, and asked my bill. The bartender asked if it was OK and I said no. He offered me straight bourbon to make up for it. But it still doesn’t negate how gross that drink was. If he hadn’t offered to make it right, I wouldn’t have given this place 5 stars.