Aboveground Union Market – American
The golden glow of perfectly fried batter and the comforting aroma of slow-simmered stews draw diners into this spirited homage to British pub culture nestled within the bustling Union Market. Crispy, salt-dusted fish and chips share the stage with flaky, butter-crusted savory pies and aromatic tikka masala, offering a soulful blend of traditional London flavors and contemporary market flair. Whether tucking into a hearty steak and ale pie or a quick, savory sausage roll, guests find a warm, nostalgic escape that celebrates the robust and unpretentious spirit of a classic neighborhood local.
1309, 5th Street Northeast, Washington, DC, 20002-7003 +12027983985 https://www.abovegrounddc.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, pescatarian, mediterranean, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, sugar-free, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, candida
Currently open
Hours
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Thursday - Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Sunday - Tuesday
- 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Menu
Mains
- "The Governor's" Fish & Chips - $22.99: Atlantic Cod, Triple Cooked Chips, Mushy Peas, Tartar Sauce, Malt Vinegar, Lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Fish Sando - $16.49: Sesame Bun, Battered Cod, Shrettuce, Tartar Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Masala - $18.49: Jasmine Rice, Mango Chutney, Cilantro, Tomato based chicken curry Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Battered Sausage & Chips - $19.49: Lancashire style sausages, Triple Cooked Chips, Curry Mayo, Malt Vinegar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Only - $16.49: 6 oz piece of alaskan cod perfectly fried in beer batter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pies
- Shepherd's Pie - $16.99: Minced Lamb or Beef, Carrot, Mashed Potato, Onion, Garlic, Worcestershire sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Leek Pie - $15.99: Free Range Chicken, Dijon Cream, Puff Pastry, French leeks Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak & Ale Pie - $12.49: Marinated steak, Potato, Carrot, Rosemary, Rich Beef Gravy, Ale, Puff Pastry Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lancashire Butter Pie (Potato & Onion) - $12.49: Potato, Onion, Butter, Puff Pastry, Curry Ketchup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Bits N' Bobs
- Sausage Roll - $8.49: English Spiced Pork, Puff Pastry, Brown Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Fish Puff - $7.49: Madras Curry, English Peas, Puff Pastry, Curry Mayo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Battered Lil' Banger - $2.49: Lancashire style mini sausage, English Beer Batter, Brown Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Mushy Peas (Hot) - $8.49: Imported mushy peas served hot Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- English Peas - $5.49: Irish Butter, Sea Salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Triple Cooked Chips - $8.49: One pound of properly cooked chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Pub Shop Snacks & Pantry
- Hob Nobs - $8.49: Imported British biscuits Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Jammie Dodgers - $8.99: Imported British biscuits Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mars Bar - $3.99: Chocolate bar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bird's Original Custard - $10.99: Custard powder
- HP Sauce Bottle - $10.99: Original brown sauce
- Sarson's Malt Vinegar Bottle - $8.49: Traditional malt vinegar
Beverages
- Irn Bru Soda - $4.99: Scottish carbonated soft drink with 32 flavors
- Lucozade - $6.49: Sparkling glucose energy drink
- Coke Can - $3.99: Coca-Cola
- San Pelegrino - $4.99: Sparkling mineral water
- Deer Park Water - $2.49: Bottled water
Restaurants near Aboveground Union Market
- Bidwell — American
- Hi-Lawn — American
- Bub and Pop's — American
- Pop's Bagels — American
- Tiffany's Bar & Bistro — American
- The Queen Vic — American
- Smokin' Pig — American
- Double Up Burger — American
- Hangry Joe's Hot Chicken — American
- Mood Swings Food Hall — American
- Gravitas — American
- Henceforth, — American
