All-Purpose Shaw
Restaurant · Shaw
1250 9th St NW Unit 2, Washington, DC 20001
Highlights
Artisanal pizzas, antipasti, wine in a buzzy, rustic-modern space
Artisanal pizzas, antipasti, wine in a buzzy, rustic-modern space
"Sitting on this deck with a pile of mozzarella sticks is the ideal chaser after a Nats game across the street. Their pizzas, like the Sedgewick with whipped ricotta and black truffle honey, are objects of envy and obsession across the city. Order whichever speaks to you with one of their excellent cocktails, like the gin-based Sicilian 75, and you’ll understand why All-Purpose is a critical stop on DC’s summer circuit." - madeline weinfield
"Sitting on this deck with a pile of mozzarella sticks is an ideal chaser after going to a Nats game across the street. Their Jersey-style pizzas have earned a cult following for good reason, but it’s the bourbon-based Ora d’oro cocktail that really makes All-Purpose a critical stop on DC’s summer circuit." - team infatuation
"Emmy Squared is our top pick for Navy Yard pizza, but we also like All-Purpose on the waterfront. While the inside of the restaurant is kind of small (and gets full fast), there’s a great patio where you can take in views of the Anacostia River and watch the dogs living their best lives while they walk their humans to the nearby dog park. Get the Buona with hot honey, though there really isn’t a wrong order at this place." - tristiana hinton, mekita rivas
"A pizzeria with multiple locations (including a second in Navy Yard) known for creative toppings and for standout brunch dishes like egg-topped pizzas and Sicilian disco fries." - Eater Staff
"The Deal: $19 for bottomless drinks with the purchase of one brunch specialty item or pizza Few things are better than the combination of pizza and bellinis, and All Purpose Pizzeria in Navy Yard is a great place to test this theory. Sit on the patio or rooftop overlooking the Anacostia River year-round (they both have heat lamps) and toast to the good life. With an endless stream of Aperol spritzes and grapefruit mimosas, you might even convince yourself that this is some of the best pizza you’ve ever had (it’s not, but for $50, anything is possible)." - tristiana hinton, omnia saed
