Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in Penn Quarter

18 restaurants available nearby

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1. District Bites at District E

4.3

Awesome(56)

Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

District Bites is a full service bar and restaurant, featuring a scratch made menu made from local ingredients, on premise restaurant for District E Powered by Ticketmaster. Centrally located in the historic Chinatown neighborhood of downtown Washington, D.C., District E Powered by Ticketmaster, is located adjacent to Capital One Arena, the home arena for the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals. District E Powered by Ticketmaster is the flagship venue for esports and entertainment on the east coast, and offers a unique and immersive experience for esports as well as fans of events at Capital One Arena.

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2. Hard Rock Cafe - Washington, DC

3.9

Excellent(1144)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 19 times today

Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.

3. Bulldog Spots Bar

4.0

Excellent(54)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Penn Quarter

Booked 1 time today

For OpenTable customers: 15% Discount Food & Drinks Daily 6pm-10PM. GOOD TIMES, GOOD DRINKS, AND GOOD PIZZA.With 20 years of experience cooking in the finest restaurants, our chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff make sure you have a fantastic experience with us.Dine In & Take OutWe have worked to package our meals in a way that lets you bring the quality of our meals into your home. We always love to see you in person, but always ensure that your dining experience is top notch!Seasonal and LocalWe refuse to compromise on quality in our restaurant. That's why we source our fresh ingredients from local farmers' markets. No matter what time of year, you can be sure you're eating the best of the season.Large Parties:We do accept buyouts and bookings for Larger Parties. If you'd like to host your event at Bulldog, for parties of 21+, please reach out directly to the private events coordinator at 202-500-2228.

4. Petite Cerise

4.7

Exceptional(118)

Price: Expensive

• French • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 36 times today

Part neighborhood café, part energetic bistro, Petite Cerise is located in a bright and lively historic corner space in Shaw/Mount Vernon Triangle. Petite Cerise features separate à la carte menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition, Petite Cerise has a Coffee Counter open Tuesday - Friday opening at 8am serving classic coffee and espresso preparations, housemade pastries, and other breakfast items to go or sit down.Dinner offers both an à la carte menu along with a Prix Fixe option. The focus in the evening is to craft unique and innovative dishes utilizing the very best ingredients within the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond skillfully prepared through a French lens.If you decide to join us for a morning coffee, quick mid-day bite, stretch out your lunch over a glass of wine, or gather with friends for an indulgent and creative dinner, we invite you here to celebrate and enjoy.

5. Bar Chinois

4.7

Exceptional(588)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Shaw

Booked 36 times today

Bar Chinois is recognized for its constantly-evolving Chinese menu and French-inspired cocktail and wine program. Recent accolades include being listed in the Michelin Dining Guide USA, the Washington Post Fall Dining Guide, Modern Luxury DC Best of the City and 2024 RAMMY Award Winner for Best Bar in DC.Located in Mount Vernon Triangle, Bar Chinois is a short walk from the Washington Convention Center, Capital One Arena, National Mall and Union Station. We offer happy hour specials Tuesday-Sunday from 5 pm-7 pm and a bottomless brunch on weekends.If you are looking for an energetic Washington, DC dining experience with great food, drink and service, we would love to host you!

6. Avenue Grill

4.7

Exceptional(313)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

Avenue Grill is located at the corner of 14th St. & Pennsylvania Avenue inside the JW Marriott. Its design celebrates the history of America’s Main Street and its cuisine features classic American fare, showcasing locally and sustainably sourced ingredients. Currently offering both a Full Breakfast Buffet, with made to order omelets, as well as a la carte breakfast menu options. The perfect place to start your day, join us in Avenue Grill.*Menus subject to change based on seasonality and availability

7. The Sovereign

4.7

Exceptional(661)

Price: Expensive

• Belgian • Georgetown

Booked 24 times today

The Sovereign is a Belgian bar & bistro committed to celebrating the rustic cuisine & fabled brewing culture of Belgium. Located in the vibrant Georgetown neighborhood, the Sovereign's kitchen is led by Executive Chef Andres Zuluaga whose classic, ingredient-driven Belgian dishes draw on French, German & Dutch cooking techniques & traditions. The Sovereign features 50 drafts & more than 350 bottles meticulously curated by Beer Director, Greg Engert.

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8. The Arsenal at Bluejacket

4.7

Exceptional(1065)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Navy Yard

Booked 9 times today

The Arsenal is the 200-seat restaurant & bar housed within the brewery, Bluejacket. The menu updates, refines and extends the classic fare of beer halls and public houses by featuring the best locally sourced products available and highlighting reinterpretations of hearty classics such as steamed mussels, artisanal sausages and more. Gourmet sandwiches, seasonal salads & vegetables, alongside approachable bar snacks are the perfect accompaniments to a signature Bluejacket brew.

9. Haikan

4.6

Exceptional(650)

Price: Moderate

• Ramen • Shaw

Booked 21 times today

Haikan is our second Sapporo Ramen shop in DC after Daikaya. Haikan means, “pipe works” in Japanese, an ode to Atlantic Plumbing Building where we are located. At Haikan, we focused on creating the taste of ramen from the showa period, the golden age of ramen in Japan. There are over 1000 ramen shops in the city of Sapporo alone, and we are excited to share a completely new line-up of traditional Sapporo style ramen in DC. In addition to ramen, we are serving a playful selection of Japanese-inspired kozara (small plates) to share, or to start with, or to make a whole meal of by picking a few of them. Haikan's bar serves a collection of Japanese-inspired cocktails, and a concentrated selection of Japanese sake, shochu, beer, whisky, and more.

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10. Gerrard Street Kitchen

4.3

Awesome(258)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Dupont Circle

Booked 4 times today

Gerrard Street Kitchen now offers breakfast, brunch and dinner. Our menu features global cuisine favorites such as Paratha Tacos, Korean Crispy Chicken Wings and an extensive raw bar menu. Enjoy a signature cocktail and end your meal on a sweet note with our dessert menu.We offer a full wine list, as well as a great selection of craft beers.Enjoy in the comfort of our intimate booths, in our cozy terrace by the firepit, or in our private dining room that accommodates private parties. We look forward to welcoming you!

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Washington, D.C. Area •36 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Had a very nice casual lunch. The service was quick and efficient, the lunch food was delicious and I look forward to enjoying a dinner at Petite Cerise.
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District Bites at District EPrice: Moderate• American• Penn Quarter
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Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 9, 2024
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Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
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18 restaurants available nearby

1. District Bites at District E

2. Hard Rock Cafe - Washington, DC

3. Bulldog Spots Bar

4. Petite Cerise

5. Bar Chinois

6. Avenue Grill

7. The Sovereign

8. The Arsenal at Bluejacket

9. Haikan

10. Gerrard Street Kitchen

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