Best Restaurants with Great Beer in Penn Quarter

28 restaurants available nearby

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1. Ella's Wood Fired Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(1039)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Penn Quarter

Booked 16 times today

The wood-fired pizza oven at the heart of the restaurant is what makes our handcrafted pizzas come alive with flavor, bringing inspiration to the rest of our menu. Our philosophy is to use the freshest, best quality ingredients, prepare it well and to serve it with joy. We invite you to share in the experience of what makes Ella's so special. Enjoy!

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2. Hard Rock Cafe - Washington, DC

3.9

Excellent(1144)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 12 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.

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3. City Tap House - Penn Quarter

3.8

Excellent(1223)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 8 times today

City Tap House boasts one of the area's most extensive local, national and international microbrew line ups, including over 40 drafts and an extensive bottle collection, with seasonal and rotating options, as well as a house made specialty cocktail menu. Complimented by our American regional cuisine and gourmet brick oven pizza menu; City Tap House offers guests a rustic, comfortable dining and bar setting adjacent to our spacious open kitchen. Currently open for lunch and nightly dinner service as well as for weekend brunch, City Tap House looks forward to having you join us for any occasion! Enjoy happy hour in our bar area Monday - Friday from 3:00pm - 6:00pm. Seasonal patio dining available. Please inquire about large group accommodations and catering menus for happy hours, cocktail receptions and seated functions as well as full-venue buy outs. We offer both semi-private and fully private event space.

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4. Capitol City Brewing Company - Downtown

4.3

Awesome(754)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 10 times today

Located on the corner of 11th and H street NW, Capitol City Brewing Co. opened its doors in 1992 as the first brew pub in our nation's capitol since prohibition, thus giving its citizens and its many visitors the freedom to enjoy some of the finest hand-crafted beer in the country. On the front of our menu is the symbol of freedom, the Lady Liberty, a statue found atop our namesake, the United States Capitol.Nestled in the heart of Washington's rejuvenated downtown, this location has become a local landmark for celebrating great beer and food with family and friends. We have always taken great pride in our beer so come in and enjoy a cold pint of our very best and match it to one of the many menu selections tailored to the brews we serve.

5. The Sovereign

4.7

Exceptional(662)

Price: Expensive

• Belgian • Georgetown

Booked 16 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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6. The Arsenal at Bluejacket

4.7

Exceptional(1065)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Navy Yard

Booked 8 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.

7. Mallard

4.8

Exceptional(98)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Logan Circle

Booked 10 times today

At Mallard, Chef Johnson will apply classic and global techniques to the culinary traditions of the south while incorporating the best local and regional ingredients available. Undergirding it all will be a sense of hospitality rooted in Johnson’s memories of the family table. Mallard’s menu will range from Chef Johnson’s take on classics like Shrimp and Grits with Smoked Pork, Piquillo Peppers, and Tabasco-Shellfish Nage and Wild-Caught Blue Catfish with Poached Oysters, Summer Corn, and Smoked Trout Roe to new creations like Seared Sea Scallops with Cracklin’ Cornbread, Charred Peaches and Dandelion Greens and Crisp Berkshire Pork Trotters with Ramp Chow Chow, Sunny-Side-Up Egg, and Edisto Island Grits. Dessert options include Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Rhubarb and Almond Shortbread and Banana Puddin’ with Cracker Jacks and Nilla Wafers.

8. Cafe Berlin

4.7

Exceptional(2312)

Price: Moderate

• German • Capitol Hill

Booked 6 times today

Café Berlin has been serving authentic German cuisine on Capitol Hill since 1985. It occupies the ground floor of three townhouses whose front yards serve as Biergarten for outdoor dining. The interior features a small bar and two cozy dining rooms. The restaurant is located within a short walking distance of Union Station and the U.S. Capitol. It draws politicians, congressional staffer, and tourists as well a loyal following of neighborhood residents. The traditional dishes are authentically prepared with lighter touch by chefs with extensive experience in German cuisine. In addition to the regular menu, the restaurant offer seasonally changing menus that feature fresh asparagus in the spring, salads and light fares in the summer, Bavarian dishes during Oktoberfest in the fall, and wild game in the winter. Desserts which are freshly made in-house include apple strudel, black forest cake, and luscious cream tortes. The bar offers a selection of imported German beers and wines.

9. Et Voila

4.8

Exceptional(3854)

Price: Expensive

• French • Palisades Northwest

Booked 56 times today

Chef Claudio Pirollo is a chef driven restaurant offering Contemporary Belgian/French Bistro.A DC staple for 15 years, with a friendly, neighborhood feel, you will feel welcome here for any occasion large or small. Our made from scratch menu is fresh, flavorful and offers something for everyone. From Classic European Bistro Cuisine to sophisticated daily Specials! Our bar covers handcrafted creative cocktails, with a large and high hand Wine List. Enjoy our cozy and energic dining room for an unforgettable experience . We cannot wait to see you!

10. Alta Strada- DC

4.4

Awesome(990)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mount Vernon Square

Alta Strada serves authentic, Italian food in the vibrant neighborhood of Mount Vernon Triangle in the heart of Washington, DC. Alta Strada was born from the simple wish to share great ingredients, honored flavors, and a warm welcome with neighbors and friends. Always expect housemade pasta, authentic Italian classics, and great reds (cocktails too)—all enjoyed in our dining rooms, patio spaces, or in the comfort of your own home. Alta Strada's full bar, shady patio and welcoming dining room are a short stroll from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.

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Jeff
New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Had a great time with family. The ordering process at the table worked very well and the food was delicious. Highly recommend the Brussels Sprouts to share!
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City Tap House - Penn QuarterPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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3.8
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Tomvip
Washington, D.C. Area •167 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
My dinner companion and I both had the salmon entree. It was terrific.....cooked to perfection, along with the vegetables and rice. I would order it again in a heartbeat. It was outstanding and very well presented.....and at a very good price.
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Capitol City Brewing Company - DowntownPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.3
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Brad
Virginia •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food was wonderful. The service was exceptional. Great selection of both food and drink. And as someone who just got back from Europe, the Belgian theme and flavor was all spot on.
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The SovereignPrice: Expensive• Belgian• Georgetown
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4.7
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Bethvip
Washington, D.C. Area •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Ella’s is always great service and food. We go before caps games and they always make sure we get in and out in timely manner
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Ella's Wood Fired KitchenPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Kimberley
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 9, 2024
We went to celebrate three birthdays. 9 women and a 7 month old. The service was fabulous and we had an amazing time! Get the Unity Card. I have had one for a year and you get points and discounts. Wear your pins, shirts , hats and get special treatment!
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Hard Rock Cafe - Washington, DCPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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3.9

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28 restaurants available nearby

1. Ella's Wood Fired Kitchen

2. Hard Rock Cafe - Washington, DC

3. City Tap House - Penn Quarter

4. Capitol City Brewing Company - Downtown

5. The Sovereign

6. The Arsenal at Bluejacket

7. Mallard

8. Cafe Berlin

9. Et Voila

10. Alta Strada- DC

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