At Hank & Mitzis in Washington, D.C., the menu doesn’t just change with the seasons—it changes with the hour. In 2025, this isn’t a restaurant with one identity; it’s a temporal culinary experience with three distinct personas: Lunch Hank (budget-savvy), Brunch Mitzis (playfully inventive), and Dinner Duo (full-throttle Italian luxury). And nestled between them? A happy hour so generous, it feels like a glitch in the matrix. Here’s how to time-travel your way through the best Italian meal in Shaw—without overpaying.
🕒 12:30 PM – Lunch Hank: The Value Architect
(Tue–Fri, 11:30 AM–3 PM)
Same kitchen. Same recipes. Lower prices.
- Fettuccine Bolognese (Leeds family recipe): $14 (vs. $18 at dinner)
- Spaghetti & Meatballs: $14 (vs. $17)
- The Hank Pizza: $14 (vs. $17)
- Mafalde: $15 (vs. $19)
👉 Why it matters: You’re not getting a “lunch special”—you’re getting dinner-quality food at lunch pricing. Show up before 3 PM, and the savings are automatic.
🕓 4:00–6:00 PM – Happy Hour: The $0.99 Meatball Anomaly
(Tue–Fri, dine-in only)
This isn’t happy hour—it’s a full Italian meal on discount:
- Hank’s Meatballs: $0.99 each (pork, beef, veal, tomato, pecorino, pesto)
- Fried Calamari with arrabbiata: $6
- Margherita or Pizza Bianca: $7
- House wine, rail cocktails, Stella Artois: $6
Grab 3 meatballs + calamari + pizza + drink = ~$16. That’s less than delivery—and infinitely more delicious.
🌞 12:00–4:00 PM (Weekends) – Brunch Mitzis: The Creative Alchemist
(Sat–Sun only—these dishes vanish Monday morning)
- Pizza al Uovo ($18): black truffle fonduta + poached egg + asparagus
- Brunch Calzone ($16): ricotta, prosciutto cotto, Parmesan hollandaise
- Maritozzi con Panna ($10): Nutella-drizzled cream-filled buns
- Lamb Ossobuco ($28): $4 cheaper than at dinner
- Shrimp Fra Diavolo: $23 (vs. $25)
- Linguine with Clams: $17 (vs. $21)
👉 Insider move: Brunch isn’t just eggs—it’s Italian innovation with a discount.
🌙 4:00 PM Onward – Dinner Duo: The Full Experience
(Tue–Sun)
This is where the menu flexes:
- Seared Sea Scallops with porcini fonduta: $32
- Rabbit Cacciatore with orecchiette: $32
- Ossobuco of Virginia Lamb: $32
- Shrimp Fra Diavolo: $25
- Linguine with Clams: $21
Worth it? Absolutely. But only if you didn’t just come from lunch.
🧺 The $50 Italian Family Feast: A TOCK-Only Time Capsule
Available only via advance TOCK order, this $50 bundle includes:
- Caesar Salad for 4
- Choice of 2 Pizzas: The Mitzi, The Hank, Veggie, or Cheese & Pepperoni
- Choice of 2 Pastas: Bolognese, Mafalde, Lasagna, Spaghetti & Meatballs, or Cacio Pepe
$12.50 per person for a chef-made, restaurant-quality Italian dinner at home. No delivery fee. No markup. Just pure value.
🍝 Gluten-Free? No Surcharge. No Compromise.
Every pasta—Bolognese, Cacio Pepe, Ravioli, Mafalde—is made in-house daily. Gluten-free pasta is available for any dish at $0 extra. A rare act of true inclusivity.
🍸 Cocktails: Packed for Two, Priced for Joy
All drinks—like the Italian Mule ($12), “You Broke My Heart, Roberto Baggio” ($14), or summer-ready Pirlo ($11)—are sold to-go as double servings for 2x price. Perfect for sharing or solo indulgence.
🍷 Wine List: From $8 Draft Prosecco to $119 Brunello
- House Prosecco (draft): $8
- Nero d’Avola (glass): $9
- Barolo Broccardo 2016: $105
- Brunello La Togata 2013: $119
Whether you’re budgeting or celebrating, the list meets you with zero pretense.
At Hank & Mitzis, time is the secret ingredient. The same kitchen delivers three different experiences—each priced fairly, each bursting with flavor. All you have to do is choose your moment.
Unlock your perfect Italian meal at
https://www.hankandmitzis.com/menus/.