Capital One Arena

Easygoing restaurant with a covered terrace dishing up hearty Italian meals, plus beer & cocktails.

Stylish outfit offering handcrafted, organic gelato, plus locally roasted coffee.

This spot serves up mouthwatering pollo a la brasa and Latin street food by day, transforming into a vibrant speakeasy bar with killer nightlife.

High-end chophouse offering prime meats & classic sides in sophisticated surroundings.

In a cozy shack, pitmaster Rob Sonderman serves up mouthwatering wood-smoked BBQ paired with bold veggie sides, making it a D.C. favorite.

Chic quarters, some with river views, in a contemporary hotel offering a pool & a restaurant. Facing the Potomac River, this contemporary hotel in the Wharf district is 6 minutes’ walk from Waterfront metro station, a mile from the Washington Monument and 2 miles from the Lincoln Memorial. Sleek rooms have Wi-Fi, smart TVs and minifridges, as well as coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add river views. Suites offer living and dining areas. Room service is available 24/7. There’s a Latin American restaurant, a lobby bar and a rooftop lounge, plus meeting and event space. Other amenities include a spa, a 24-hour gym and an outdoor pool with river views, in addition to breakfast and parking.

Union Market counter for Southern fare from shrimp & grits to bourbon brown butter bread pudding.

Italian-American destination for artisanal pizzas, antipasti & wine in a buzzy, rustic-modern space.

Last Call is a chill dive bar near Union Market, offering reasonably priced drinks, a fun atmosphere with darts, and a simple food menu—ideal for a relaxed night out.