Great food, fun atmosphere, friendly staff.

The food is solid and great, the steak was perfect and the fish borders on a work of art. The décor is simple but fun. A canoe hangs from the ceiling and fishing and camping gear are everywhere, even the placemats are those I saw as a kid traveling in Upstate New York and Vermont. The staff was very friendly and helpful and even Carol came out to see how we were. It was a great experience.

Horrible Customer Service

I am a vegetarian and there are limited options for vegetarians on the Buck's menu. I ordered the only two veggie appetizers and asked if they could put together a veggie plate or if I could have some of the sides as an entree. They made no accommodations for me except to suggest that I would have room for dessert; I left hungry. I was treated as if it was my fault for coming there as a vegetarian. After I complained at their lack of common courtesy, consideration, and manners, they actually suggested that I should go somewhere else next time. I have had seafood restaurants and steakhouses make more of an effort to satisfy me as a customer. I will never go back.

overpriced

Our first time at Buck's and we were disappointed. With entrees ranging from $18 for pork tacos to $46 for prime sirloin, there seemed to be nothing on the menu that remotely seemed to be a good value. In this economy, it is insulting to charge that prices for a basic taco that is executed far better at Baja Fresh or other such chains. The prime sirloin was good, but nothing special. We were excited to try the strawberry rhubarb pie, but it was dry and unexceptional, and again the portion was small. There are numerous restaurants in DC that have gotten the message that customers want value. I doubt this restaurant will be in business for long.

Outstanding

First of all, we were there on the same evening as the previous reviewer and were seated near the door. We saw several hopeful diners turned away at or around 9:30. I don't think race was a factor--I suspect the kitchen was the culprit. Our meals were fabulous, the wait staff outstanding, and the wine recommendations were perfect. Other than the very small menu, we couldn't have been happier and we resolved to go to Buck's once a month to help make sure they whether the economy. A great evening.

A nice, relaxed evening

We heard it’s best to arrive at Buck’s early, so we were there when the doors opened Saturday at 5. (As it turned out, the restaurant didn’t begin filling up until about 6.) The service, while not exceptionally friendly, was very attentive. Our bread basket was refilled, and our drinking glasses were never left empty. The menu is small, but that’s OK. We ordered steaks, and they were flawlessly prepared. The décor is charming, especially the picnic blanket table cloths and the Dwight and Mamie commemorative plates lining the walls of one restroom. Dining here was expensive, but worth it. We look forward to returning for a future special occasion.

Slow Service, Stale Bread

I assume the bread was stale beacause it took the wait so long to bring it.

Really, really great...Bravo Carole!

I have never seen a more controversal chef than Carole. I had a couple of negative experiences in her previous venue myself and went with low expectations, especially with all the negative comments, but it was FABOO! I had the winter salad of fennel and grapefruit and greens that was terrific to start. The main of cornmeal fried oysters were great with the best remoulade ever and the spicey mac & cheese was truly decadent. As for service, they do not get better than the bartender, Rebecca. She really keeps the bar humming and takes great care of her customers. Her wine suggestions with the food were spot on. I came in expecting to hate the joint and left loving it and wanting to go back. The pork tacos with guac sounded really yummy!

Unfriendly and mediocre

This was my first time here. The wait staff were cold and so was the food. My grits and shrimp were cold and not very good. Included with this entree was a piece of I think sausage. It was awful. I also had the faux minestrone soup that was more stew like. Never will go back!!!!!!!!!