Anju – Korean
Anju pulses with a vibrant energy, where the sizzle of the kitchen and the intoxicating aroma of spicy mala and toasted sesame invite guests into a modern celebration of Korean flavors. Delicate, hand-pleated mandu and shatteringly crisp chikin share the table with inventive creations like savory chive-waffle fried chicken, each dish balancing bold heat with refined artistry. Whether diving into a colorful gimbap box or savoring the silky textures of fresh yukhoe, diners are immersed in a playful yet sophisticated culinary journey that reimagines tradition for the contemporary palate.
1805, 18th Street Northwest, Washington, DC https://www.anjurestaurant.com/0Cuisine: Korean
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Anju
Dairy-Free at Anju
Anju in Washington has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hwe, Dak Jjim and Pickled Cucumbers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Anju
Anju in Washington has 9 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hwe, Dak Jjim and Pickled Cucumbers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Anju
Anju in Washington has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccolini Twigim, Hwe and Saengseon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Anju
Anju in Washington has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mandu, Gamjatang and Dak Mandu. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Anju
Anju in Washington has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Cucumbers and La Colombe Cold Brew. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Anju
Anju in Washington has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Cucumbers, La Colombe Cold Brew and Sweet Lotus Root. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Anju
Anju in Washington has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pickled Cucumbers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Anju
Anju in Washington has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Cucumbers, Palace Ddukbokgi and Strawberry & Lychee Lemonade. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Anju
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Dak Mandu | 19.5 g | 75.3 g |
| Winter Salad | 63 g | 48.7 g |
| Yukhoe | 74.5 g | 45.6 g |
| Shrimp Juk | 43.5 g | 45 g |
| Gimbap Box | 20.4 g | 43.5 g |
| Saengseon | 1.4 g | 43.3 g |
| Kimchi Jjigae | 21.1 g | 40.4 g |
| Gamjatang | 27.9 g | 37.5 g |
| Salmon BLT | 30.5 g | 32.2 g |
| Soy-brined Chayote | 1 g | 31.3 g |
| Cinnamon Toast Punch | 131.9 g | 24.5 g |
| Dak Jjim | 17.1 g | 23.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Mandu - $16: pork & kimchi dumplings, pan-fried Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chikin - $25: half fried chicken, spicy gochujang glaze, white bbq drizzle Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccolini Twigim - $17: broccolini tempura, buchu ranch, crispy shallots, fresno, herbs Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yache Mandu - $17: impossible meat dumpling, chili crunch Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yukhoe - $23: beef tartare, palm sugar, chili basil seeds, pine nuts, lotus crisps Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hwe - $20: tuna, maesil vinaigrette, fennel fronds, pomegranate, pinenuts, orange supremes, gochugaru oil, smoked trout roe Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dak Mandu - $19: chicken, fennel, sage, granny smith apple, roasted chicken demi, mizuna Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch Specialties
- Buchu Jeon Waffle & Mala Fried Chicken - $28: savory garlic chive waffle with crispy mala-spiced fried chicken, finished with hot honey Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Gimbap Box - $28: build-your-own gimbap: gim, seasoned rice, avocado, bellflower root, danmuji, kimchi, cucumber, tuna, panko crusted shrimp, served with soy dipping sauce, sriracha mayo Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Brunch Smash Burger - $16: smashed kalbi-spiced short rib patty, tomato, lettuce, American cheese, candied chilies, onion ring, Seoul sauce Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Juk - $22: goguma rice porridge with scallions, sesame oil, toasted sesame seeds, served with grilled shrimp, perilla pesto Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Salmon BLT - $22: pan-seared salmon, arugula, heirloom tomato, hickory bacon, charred long pepper aioli on toasted sourdough Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Hansik Jeongsik - $25: gochujang marinated grilled pork belly, doenjang-jjigae, gyeran mari, seasonal banchan, rice Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Peach & Pecan Pancakes - $17: two fluffy pancakes, peaches, spiced pecans, warm cinnamon brown sugar syrup, whipped cream, injeolmi powder Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Grilled Kalbi & Eggs - $30: soy marinated grilled short rib, furikake rice, sunny side up eggs Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Main Courses
- Saengseon - $36: battered branzino, braised mu, yangnyeom sauce, herb muchim Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ori Juk - $49: goguma juk, sautéed mustard greens, pan-roasted duck breast, jujube glaze, toasted pumpkin seeds Available at: dinner, lunch
- Haemul Bokkeumbap - $28: shrimp, squid, scallops, mussels, charred long peppers, garlic, ginger, scallion, onions, mushrooms, sunny-side egg Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gamjatang - $28: spicy pork neck bone stew, potatoes, radish greens, chrysanthemum greens, crushed perilla seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ssam Board - $42: 10 oz creekstone farms prime galbi, seasonal greens, roasted garlic ssamjang Available at: dinner, lunch
- Palace Ddukbokgi - $27: rice cakes, green beans, zucchini, carrots, mushrooms, onion, kale, sweet soy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dolsot Bibim Bap - $26: hot stone bowl of rice, assorted vegetables, and choice of bulgogi or tofu Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dak Jjim - $26: korean chili-braised chicken thighs, potatoes, and onion Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kimchi Jjigae - $26: braised pork shoulder stew, tofu, aged kimchi Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Sides
- Winter Salad - $16: fall mixed greens, spiced pecans, pear, cherry tomato, smoked applewood bacon, pickled red onion, doenjang blue cheese dressing, mandu crisps Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Panchan Set of Three - $15: Choose any 3 seasonal side dishes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 30-Day Kimchi - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Kkakdugi - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soy-brined Chayote - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Cucumbers - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Collard Green Kimchi - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eomuk - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Lotus Root - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Tater Tots (Large) - $12: bulgogi, kimchi, cass beer cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Doenjang-Jjigae - $6: soy bean soup, scallion, onion, zucchini, potato Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Misugaru Doughnuts - $15: pistachio gelato, misugaru cinnamon sugar dusting, plum preserves Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Coffee Cheesecake - $14: coffee cheesecake, honey comb, granola, makgeolli creme anglaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Sorbet or Gelato - $5: black sesame gelato or seasonal sorbet Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Berry Matcha Parfait - $9: matcha yogurt with strawberry preserves, fresh berries, pistachio, granola, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Strawberry & Lychee Lemonade - $8: pureed fresh strawberry and lychee with fresh lemon juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Peach Perfect - $14: soju, baltamaro szechuan amaro, cider, orange blossom, peach, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- La Colombe Cold Brew - $4 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Saam Jang Bloody Mary - $8: tomato juice, saam jang, fresh horseradish, sesame oil & granulated honey rim Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol, Juice-Cleanse
- Korea-Jillo - $14: coconut cartel anejo rum, licor 43, la colombe all dark roast coffee Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Korean MAXX - $4: instant iced coffee, strong and sweet Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Cinnamon Toast Punch - $14: rum, banana milk, rice punch, boricha brown sugar simple, cinnamon pine nut Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions about Anju
- Is Anju dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Anju has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hwe, Dak Jjim and Pickled Cucumbers.
- What can I eat at Anju on a dairy-free diet?
- Hwe, Dak Jjim and Pickled Cucumbers carry the dairy-free tag, out of 11 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Anju have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Pickled Cucumbers and Palace Ddukbokgi.
- Is Anju gluten-free?
- 9 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Anju?
- Dak Mandu, at roughly 75.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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