Dining and Entertainment of the Wharf D.C.
- Diana Derosa
- Nov 10, 2024
- 5 min read
Updated: Nov 10, 2024
Below is a list of the diverse food selection at the Wharf. These restaurants range in price, speciality cuisine, type of food, and popularity.

Bar Taco - $$
fresh and upscale tacos and small bites.
low maintenance environment with cocktails, street food, and kid friendly.
Bistro Du Jour - $$
open from 8am to 9pm.
1 of 2 locations in D.C.
Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream - $$
not that it needs any introduction, but Ben and Jerry's is infamous for their unique flavor combinations and collaborations.
Camp Wharf a the Firepit - $
located in a truck you cannot miss, try one of their smores kits with the materials ready to make.
Canopy Central Bar and Cafe - $$
second floor of the canopy hotel
casual, unique, large and healthy menu
cocktails available for customers over the age of 21
Chopsmith - $$-$$$
pre made deli items, as well as fresh salads and bowls
Colada Shop - $$
Cuban Cafe that specializes in coffee, strong food flavors, and cocktails
open all day!
Cru Classe - Sea Table D.C. - $$$$$
private dining on a 47 foot yacht
must be reserved in advance
Michelin star chef Troy Knapp
Del Mar de Fabio Trabocchi - $$$
2 level Spanish and Seafood restaurant
insane waterfront dining
E-Tea - $$
fresh bubble tea
Falafel Inc - $
affordable falafel bowls, pitas, and sides ($4-$5 an item!)
house made sauces and hummus
Fat Fish - $$
poke bowls, sushi, and vegan soft serve
Fogo De Chao - $$$
Brazilian-inspired steak house
Gordon Ramsay Fish and Chips - $$
Specializes in seafood and chicken, and don't forget a signature dessert!
Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - $$$$
iconic restaurant as seen on the TV show Hell's Kitchen
try all of the signatures from the show including Beef Wellington, lobster risotto and the toffee pudding
Grazie Grazie - $$
Italian deli and salad shop
Hank's Oyster Bar - $$
oysters and seafood classics as well as unique drinks.
ilili - $$$
mediterranean and lebanese inspired cuisine
Jessie Taylor Seafood - $$
available at the municipal fish market
longest standing restaurant at the wharf- since 1939
Kaliwa - $$-$$$$
inspired cuisine from Korea, Thailand, and he Phillipines
Kilwins Chocolates and Ice Cream - $$
locally owned and homemade chocolate, fudge, ice cream, and other sweet treats
Kinfolk Southern Kitchen - $$$
bourban and BBQ
La Vie - $$$
meditteranean inspired cuisine
Limani - $$$
waterfront mediterranean resturant with all the favorite traditional Greek specialities
Little Chicken - $$
tenders and fried chicken
Live-K Karaoke Bar - $$$$
karaoke bar with 15 private rooms
Lucky Buns - $$
burgers and chicken sandwiches
Lupo Marino - $$-$$$
authentic italian food including pasta, panini, and Neapolitan pizza
Makers Union - $$
drinks inspired by the destination
Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls - $$
maine-style lobster rolls
Milk & Honey - $$
New Orlean's southern inspired comforts
Mi Vida - $$
street food inspired by Mexian home cooking
NaRa-Ya - $$$$
specializes in sushi, sashimi, and takoyaki
Officina by Nicholas Stefanelli - $$$$
italian cuisine
Pearl Street Warehouse - $$
great food and drinks inspired by pubs
live music
Pitango Gelato & Coffee - $
authentic Italian gelato
Pluma - $$-$$$
pastries, pizza and fresh sandwhiches
Praline Bakery - $$
freshly baked croissants, danishes, cookies, breads, and other sweet treats
Rappahannock Oyster Bar - $$
oysters and clams bar
Shake Shack - $$
casual burger and chicken fast food restaurant famous for their shack sauce and milkshakes
SouthWest Soda Pop shop - $$
candy shop with ice cream, floats, fries and other nostalgic treats
Starbucks - $$
we all know it! cafe serving hot and cold drinks, with some small bites that are mostly breakfast inspired on the menu
Surfside - $$
grilled tacos, entrees, drinks and salads
The Grill - $$
california inspired cocktails and grilled favorites
Toastique - $$
gourmet health food juice bar
specializing in smoothies, bowls, and open faced sandwhiches
Twisted Pretzels - $
pretzels with a cause: to empower individuals with developmental disabilities
Union Pie - $$
think crust bar style pizza
21+ :
12 Stories Bar - $$$
Rooftoop, on the 12th floor of the Continental Hotel.
Bar Pendry - $$$
In the Pendry hotel.
specializes in cocktails and appetizers.
Boardwalk bar and arcade - $$
Inspired by the beach, this bar and arcade is a creative and fun place to be play fun arcade games with a cocktail.
Brighton SW1 - $$-$$$
waterfront sports pub inspired by British nightlife, menu containing of beer and small plates.
B bar at Hyatt House - $$$
located on the second floor of the Hyatt House Hotel
serves cocktails and appetizers
Cantina Bambina - $$
located on the water
specialize in beer and margaritas
Easy Company - $$$
a house wine bar that also serves frozen drinks
Kirwan's Irish Pub - $$
authentic irish pub
Moonraker - $$$
rooftop of the Pendry Hotel
Serves Japanese inspired cocktails and light appetizers
Tiki TNT - $$-$$$
three story Polynesian tiki bar, only food available is appetizers
The Watering Hole - $$
open air bar with french fries and cold drinks for a quick bite
Whiskey Charlie - $$
rooftop bar and cocktail lounge.
ZOOZ Cocktail Garden - $$$-$$$$
serves drinks and desert.
Following the great list of restaurants, cocktail lounges, and family friendly dining options, the Wharf is not complete without The Anthem. The Anthem is a concert venue, that hosts several artists throughout each month. Some of their upcoming schedule contains
Yung Gravy, who will be playing the show on November 22, 2024.
Suki Waterhouse, who will be playing a show on the December 11, 2024.
Zayn (Malik- from One Direction) on January 1st 2025.
Overall, the intimate venue space is the perfect place to catch a concert, a quick drink or bite to eat, or a talk show / favorite podcast. They also have an ugly holiday sweater contest December 4th!
Tickets range from about $40-$120, and they have additional seating available for those in need of accommodations. Their accommodations include
those in wheelchairs, on crutches, with walking canes/assistance
those with any physical disorder limiting mobility around the concert arena
They are more than happy to accommodate those who need it! At the front of the arena you'll notice all the stairs, but they have a side door that's wheelchair accessible. Call their number (202)-888-0020 to learn more about how they can accommodate your specific groups needs!
No Place is complete without shopping! Below are some of the small, and not so small businesses that the Wharf is happy to have in their space!
Merchandise/Shopping:
Shop Made in D.C. - $-$$$
a marketplace that houses smaller D.C.-based artists.
Diament Jewelry - $$
personalized trendy gifts and unique jewlry finds
Patrick's Fine Linens & Home Decor - $$$
linens, tableware, furniture and high quality linen products
Politics and Prose Book Store - $
independent book store with stationary, gift items.
invites artists for book signings, events and writing classes.
Spas:
Spa Pendry - $$$
spa located in the Pendry Hotel
the Spa at the Wharf - $$$
on the third floor of the InterContinental
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