Eating Your Words in Style at Busboys and Poets

by Zenani Bishop

Busboys and Poets is a chaotic clash of a bookstore, restaurant, and beat poem reading hall, internet café and much more. Located on the corner of 14th and V, Busboys and Poets attracts many creative minds and aspiring poets as well as those who simply enjoy the artistic intellect of others. They hold several events a week including book readings by authors, writer's workshops, poet nights, cinema night (showing indie films) and tons of other things that you can attend free of charge.

Busboys and Poets is named after the Harlem Renaissance writer Langston Hughes. Poet Nicholas Vachel Lindsay called Langston a "Negro busboy poet" because Langston placed several of his poems beside Lindsay's plate when serving him one night in a restaurant. Busboys and Poets is an amazing place to eat, serving fine cuisine from modern chefs. Though they may seem weird, these dishes surprise your taste buds and satisfy your hunger. I found the pink Salmon on sweet pancakes with syrup. This new age hang out is homey and nestled right into the busy U street scene and I love it. Oh, and don't forget to stop by the wonder machine, drop in your quarter and collect your random piece of garbage.

By George Telzrow |  March 1, 2007; 11:31 AM ET Community
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