Local Restaurants
The Wharf
This neighborhood can be accessed via a short 7–10 minute walk on our exclusive footpath.
For a full list of dining experiences at The Wharf, visit wharfdc.com/restaurants/
Sunday – Thursday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PMFriday – Saturday 11:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Inspired by a healthy, outdoor lifestyle, bartaco combines fresh, upscale street food with a coastal vibe in a relaxed environment. The rustic design complements the spirited bold and bright flavors of bartaco’s eclectic menu including specialty cocktails crafted with fresh-squeezed juices, and hand-held foods.
Mah-Ze-Dahr Bakery: Open from 8:00 AMBreakfast: Daily 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Brunch: Saturday & Sunday 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Lunch: Monday – Friday 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Dinner:
Monday – Thursday 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sunday 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Bistro Du Jour is an all-day Parisian café, featuring traditional fare like Coq Au Vin Rouge, Croque Monsieur, French Onion Soup, Steak Frites and Foie Gras. The Bistro offers an extensive selection of bubbly and a brief list of cocktails and aperitifs.
Monday – Thursday 11:00 AM – 12:00 AMFriday & Saturday 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sunday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Boardwalk Bar & Arcade features a welcoming waterfront space with fun games, creative drinks, and a beachy menu. The young and young-at-heart can play arcade games — both vintage and modern — plus basketball games, pinball, table football, Skee-Ball, and more. Boardwalk serves up a nostalgic beachfront menu with options like homemade corn dogs and hot dogs, thin-crust pizzas, fish tacos, and club sandwiches.
Monday – Saturday 8:30 AM – 8:30 PMSunday 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Chopsmith offers fresh made-to-order salads and bowls with fire-grilled protein cooked to order. Or grab an item to-go from the chef-inspired market, which has a daily rotation of made-from-scratch salads, sides, mains, and sandwiches.
Monday – Sunday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
District Doughnut is a team of chefs and entrepreneurs serving specialty doughnuts to our nation’s capital. They handcraft fresh doughnuts daily at the store, featuring classic and internationally inspired flavors. Founded in and for the DC area, District Doughnut strives to infuse pastries with the city’s classic history and vibrant creative spirit.
Monday – Thursday 11:00 AM – 12:00 AMFriday – Saturday 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sunday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Easy Company is a piazza-style wine bar, inspired by cafe-bars across Europe, serving house draft wines and popular frozen drinks similar to sister locations Takoda Restaurant & Beer Garden and Cortez Restaurant & Rooftop Bar. Executive Chef Julio Estrada created a menu of burgers, steak frites, flatbreads, cheese charcuterie boards, and more with bottomless brunch available on the weekends.
Monday – Thursday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PMFriday – Saturday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Chef Jamie Leeds created a one-of-a-kind menu of "urban beach food” for Hank's Oyster Bar at The Wharf. She has received praise from Bon Appétit, Gourmet, Food & Wine, and all the local papers for this waterfront hotspot. Drop in for happy hour and order from an ever-changing cocktail menu inspired by the staff’s travels.
Monday – Thursday 5:00PM – 10:00PMFriday 4:00PM – 11:00PM
Saturday – Sunday 10:00AM – 10:00PM
Nara-Ya brings a fresh take on Japanese izakaya-style dining in a lavish waterfront setting. Immerse yourself in the flavors of Japanese cuisine with a modern inflection and enjoy a range of imaginative beverages alongside carefully handmade classic dishes, including Sashimi (fresh fish), Kushiage (meat and vegetable skewers), Takoyaki (octopus), and one of the most innovative sushi menus in The District.
Monday – Thursday 5:00PM – 10:00PMFriday 4:00PM – 11:00PM
Saturday – Sunday 10:00AM – 10:00PM
Served throughout hundreds of the world's finest restaurants, the exceptional oysters and clams served at Rappahannock Oyster Bar are literally world class. Located in the restored historic oyster shed, you can also experience a selection of artisanal small plates and a range of delicious beverages.
Monday – Thursday 5:00PM – 10:00PMFriday 11:30AM – 10:30PM
Saturday 11:00AM – 10:30PM
Sunday 11:00AM – 10:00PM
Known for being the premier institution of Lebanese food culture and hospitality values, ilili D.C. features charisma and quality, bringing to life the traditions and generosity of Lebanese culture and welcoming D.C. diners with open arms.
Capitol Riverfront
This neighborhood can be accessed via drive (10–12 minute) or metro ride (green line from L’Enfant Plaza Station to Navy Yard-Ballpark Station).
For a full list of dining experiences at the Capitol Riverfront, visit capitolriverfront.org.
Monday – Thursday 4:00 PM – 9:00 PMFriday 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
District Winery is a boutique winery located in The Yards, a growing community along the Anacostia River. The property houses a working winery, wine bar with seasonal American small plates, and over 7,500 sq. ft. of private event space.
Open Daily, Times Vary
Offering a variety of oysters and ale for brunch, happy hour and dinner. Oyster menu is updated daily to feature the freshest offerings from the Chesapeake and New England regions.
Wednesday – Thursday 11:00 AM – 9:30 PMFriday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Due South delights in Southern traditions with time-honored food and hospitality. Located only three blocks from Nationals Park, Due South is revered as the best place for craft cocktails, draft beers, and delicious house-smoked barbecue on home game days.
Wednesday – Thursday 5:00 PM – 9:00 PMFriday – Saturday 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Brunch Sat & Sun 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Shilling Canning Company offers an a la carte menu, as well as a seven-course tasting menu at the Chef’s Counter. This spot works with local fisheries and partner farms to select the highest quality ingredients with menus changing regularly based on availability. Expect wholesome composition, wood-fired profiles and beautifully plated dishes inspired by the team’s frequent trips to the market.
Capitol Hill
This neighborhood can be accessed via drive (10–15 minute) or metro ride (blue/orange/silver lines from Smithsonian Station to Eastern Market or Potomac Avenue Stations).
Tuesday – Saturday 5:00 PM – 10:00 PMSat & Sun Brunch 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
This restaurant is designed to feel like guests have stepped into a home for a dinner party, a weekend brunch at a friend’s house, or a work social. The walls showcase a mix of watercolors of favorite ingredients alongside artwork from the owner’s late father. The shelves are filled with a collection of cookbooks meant to educate and inspire. The large patio has bistro lights and sits with the perfect view of Eastern Market, making guests feel like part of the neighborhood.
Tuesday – Saturday 5:00 PM – 10:00 PMSunday 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Caruso’s Grocery is modeled after the classic, Italian-American ‘red sauce’ joint. You know the one: red banquettes, a killer chicken parm, Sinatra pouring through the speakers. If you’re looking for modern interpretations of a chef's take on the classics, you won’t find them here. Caruso’s Grocery is home to traditional Italian-American fare focused on execution and high-quality ingredients. Menu items include chicken parmesan, penne alla vodka, mozzarella en carrozza, veal francaise, garlic bread with four cheese sauce, and more old school hits.
Monday – Friday 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The first of its kind to ever appear in the Michelin Guide, Ambar D.C., known for delivering a true “Balkan Experience,” has surpassed an epic milestone for Eastern European cuisine, catapulting it to the top of international cuisine.