Kraken Kourts & Skates | Bryant Street NE – Washington, District of Columbia
★4.0(425 Google reviews)
Ranked #10 of 14 skate parks in Washington by visitor rating
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About
Kraken Kourts & Skates on Rhode Island Ave NE is a multi-purpose entertainment venue featuring skating and court facilities in Washington, DC. With a 4.0-star rating from 425 reviews, visitors praise the spacious layout and fun atmosphere, particularly for weekend events and 21+ nights. The facility offers extended hours, making it convenient for evening skating sessions. However, guests note that while the concept is solid, improvements to skating surface quality, food service consistency, and overall execution would enhance the experience. Best suited for casual recreational skating and social gatherings.
What visitors say
★★★★★
“Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing due to the consistently poor customer service. The staff appeared disengaged and unwilling to assist. When we asked simple questions—such as whether we could place an order at a particular counter (as the other counter had been…”
★★★★★
“Long overdue but had a great time at this facility! Toya….Tonya…… my homie with the T in her name was the bees knees! Very funny, accommodating, and made us feel at home in this new space.
My students and I will surely return again in the future ❤️”
★★★★★
“This review is only about Kraken as a pickleball facility, and I can unequivocally say it is the worst I have ever played at. The court surface looks like school cafeteria tiles, the ball will skip not bounce when hit with any pace. The lighting was so bad that it was hard to…”
★★★★★
“Great concept, but the execution could be improved a bit. I visited for a Saturday night party and really liked that the space was 21+ during that time. The crowd was light, which made it easy to enjoy the experience, and the DJ did a great job keeping the energy upbeat.
That…”
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