Busboys and Poets – American
This vibrant cultural crossroads pulses with creative energy, blending the intellectual warmth of a bookstore with a bustling dining room adorned with evocative murals. The kitchen serves up a soulful tapestry of flavors, where zesty firecracker shrimp and tender lamb meatballs share the table with an inclusive array of plant-based comforts like smoky vegan BBQ bites and loaded nachos. It is a welcoming sanctuary where the aroma of golden catfish fingers and crispy Brussels sprouts invites guests to linger over meaningful conversation and shared discovery.
5331, Baltimore Avenue, Hyattsville, MD, 20781 +13017792787 http://www.busboysandpoets.com/about/hyattsville0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
What to order at Busboys and Poets
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimp & Crab Fritters | 52.8 g | 77.8 g |
| Mekhleme (Iraqi corned beef hash) | 0 g | 69.9 g |
| Shrimp & Chicken Chorizo Pasta | 115.1 g | 67.4 g |
| Vegan Lover's Pasta | 97.9 g | 64 g |
| Cubano Panini | 60.9 g | 39.8 g |
| Classic Benedict | 5.3 g | 33.9 g |
| Shrimp & Grits | 22.1 g | 32.9 g |
| Mediterranean Lamb Burger | 55.6 g | 31.9 g |
| Vegan Nachos | 83.2 g | 31.7 g |
| Busboys Burger | 31.6 g | 26.9 g |
| Vegan Hash | 38.4 g | 21 g |
| Poet's Mojito | 93.2 g | 20.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Starters
- Hummus - $9: housemade hummus, kalamata olives, paprika with pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Crab Fritters - $16: shrimp, crab, onion, bell peppers, corn, eggs, parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, dill pickle aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Firecracker Shrimp - $15: chile sauce, fennel, onion, cabbage slaw Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Cauliflower Bites - $12: cauliflower, garlic harissa, cilantro-lemon aioli Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts - $10: Brussels Sprouts, Peanuts, Chili Sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan BBQ "Chicken" Bites - $11: soy protein, scallions, spicy Korean BBQ sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catfish Fingers - $14: fried catfish strips, dill pickle aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Meatballs - $14: halal lamb, feta cheese, tomato sauce, served with pita bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $15: Yellow corn chips with guacamole, cheese, jalapeños, corn, black beans, sour cream, pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Nachos - $15: yellow corn chips, guacamole, vegan cheese, pico de gallo, vegan sour cream, black beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings Inferno (6) - $13: hot wings with blue cheese Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings Inferno (12) - $22: hot wings with blue cheese Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Breakfast & Brunch
- Smoked Salmon Benedict - $19: poached eggs, avocado, hollandaise on a butter croissant bun Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Classic Benedict - $18: poached organic eggs, shoulder bacon, hollandaise, paprika, on butter croissant bun Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Buttermilk Pancakes - $14: Fresh berries, butter, powder sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sweet Potato Pancakes - $14: butter, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken and Pancakes - $18: Fried chicken breast, mixed berries, powdered sugar, organic/local maple syrup, butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken Chorizo Hash - $16: mixed peppers, potatoes, tomatoes, onions and two sunny side up eggs Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mekhleme (Iraqi corned beef hash) - $18: ground beef, onions, home fries, tomato, cumin, paprika, cilantro, organic free-range sunny side up eggs Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegan Hash - $16: tofu scramble, mushroom, onion, tomato, spinach, cauliflower, potatoes, vegan sausage Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- Blackened Mahi Mahi - $24: mahi mahi, jasmine rice, french beans, grilled pineapple salsa, lemon butter sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Catfish - $23: collard greens, herb grits, capers, and tomato couli sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Salmon - $26: wild rice, asparagus, roasted corn salsa, tomato, shallots, lemon butter sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Grits - $27: 5 tailed shrimp, tomato, roasted corn, asparagus, Cajun cream sauce, crab grits Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken - $23: 2 pieces of cage-free and halal chicken breast, buttermilk, herb mushroom cream sauce, mashed potatoes, collard greens Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cakes: Super lump crab cake, eggs, bread crumbs, green beans, remoulade sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Vegan Lover's Pasta - $19: penne pasta, vegan Italian sausage, asparagus, mushrooms, carrots, celery, onions, shallots, garlic, thyme, rosemary, oregano, vegan bolognese sauce, tomato sauce, garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Chicken Chorizo Pasta - $25: penne pasta, spicy chicken chorizo sausage, shrimp, mushrooms, shallots, cajun cream sauce, parmesan, garlic bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Busboys Burger - $15: brisket ground beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Lamb Burger - $18: lamb patty, tomatoes, cucumber, garlic herb yogurt sauce, pita bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Burger - $15: black bean, chickpeas, corn, mixed peppers, rice, oats, arugula, avocado, tomato, vegan chipotle mayo, brioche bun Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cubano Panini - $16: pulled pork, ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickles, dijonnaise, ciabatta bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- DC Tapwater Cocktail - $11.75: Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Blue Curaçao, Black Razz, Pineapple Juice, Sour Mix, Starry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Poet's Mojito - $11.75: Silver Rum, Agave, Club Soda, Mint, Muddled Orange, Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Busboys Sangria - $11.75: Red and White Wine, Passionfruit Rum, Bourbon, Mixed Juices, Club Soda Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Busboys and Poets House Coffee - $4.25: iced or hot Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Spiced Chai Latte - $5.5: organic chai and steamed milk
Frequently Asked Questions about Busboys and Poets
- What is the highest-protein dish at Busboys and Poets?
- Shrimp & Crab Fritters, at roughly 77.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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