Our Story
Seasonal slow food.
Genuine Southern hospitality.
Damn fine whiskey.
King & Rye is the reflection of longstanding culinary heritage and the bounty of the mid-Atlantic and Southern regions. We feature seasonal, intentional ingredients sourced through real relationships with farmers, makers and butchers. With humble, refined menus rooted in tradition and authentic flavors that go beyond the expected to offer a deeper exploration of Southern cuisine, we're a place where you can expect slow food, proper whiskeys and genuine hospitality.
Our menus are personal -- expect to find dishes featuring produce hand-selected from the Old Town Farmer's Market, and even a storied cornbread recipe passed down through the generations.
We feature a hand-selected, carefully curated whiskey and bourbon list with notable selections intended to expand horizons. Chosen by General Manager and Executive Bourbon Steward Allison Strunk, our list includes a rotating selection of creative finds.
Welcome to the Kitchen
With over 20 years of culinary expertise, Chef Anoop has built an accomplished international career rooted in fine dining, luxury hospitality, and culinary leadership. After completing a two-year culinary apprenticeship at the prestigious Beachcomber Training Academy in Mauritius, Anoop began a professional journey defined by excellence, discipline, and innovation in the culinary arts.
Throughout the years, Anoop has held key culinary positions at world-renowned establishments including The St. Regis Mauritius Resort, luxury hospitality venues in Doha, and Central Michel Richard, the celebrated James Beard Award-winning restaurant on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington DC. Experience at sea with Princess Cruises and Seabourn Cruise Line further elevated Anoop's culinary standards while working under the influence and guidance of the renowned Thomas Keller Restaurant Group.
A passionate culinary professional and leader, Anoop is recognized for mentoring and developing young chefs and line cooks, fostering teamwork, and maintaining exceptional kitchen performance standards. Committed to operational excellence, Anoop consistently enforces strict health, hygiene, and food safety protocols while ensuring every dish reflects the highest standards of quality and presentation.