Capitol Square Bar & Grill

4.6

72 Reviews

$30 and under

African

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2 people

Mar 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Great for brunch
Good for business meals
Neighborhood gem

Welcome to DC Capitol Square Bar & Grill!
We are pleased to announce that we are the first family restaurant serving the Hill East neighborhood. Located at the corner of E Capitol & 15th St on Historic Capitol Hill. The Cap Square Bar & Grill wants to be your place for reconnecting with friends and family as we reemerge from the pandemic.
DC Cap Square Bar & Grill is a reflection of our diverse community, and our cuisine aims to reflect that diversity, blending culture, great food, and ambiance for everyday dining as well as important celebrations such as birthdays, graduations, retirements, and rehearsal dinners. We hope that every visit to our restaurant will bring out the nostalgia of our historic Washington DC community and provide a relaxing place to enjoy fresh, healthy food, whether that is breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
We will strive to provide authentic American Cuisine and comfort food that will appeal to a broad variety of tastes with a touch of elegance and sophistication.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
African, American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri, Sun 9:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 507-8492
Website
http://www.capitolsquarebar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Please contact us! 202-507-8492 or email catering@capitolsquarebar.com
Private party facilities
Please contact us! 202-507-8492 or email catering@capitolsquarebar.com

Location
1500 East Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20003
Neighborhood
Capitol Hill
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Offers

Join us for our Happy Hour Monday through Friday!
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join us for our Happy Hour Monday through Friday 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm! Enjoy Bar Bites & Drink Specials!

OXTAIL SPRING ROLLS$20.00
STUFFED SPRING ROLLS WITH BRAISED OXTAILS, RICE AND MOZARRELLA CHEESE
- Appetizer as a Entree$0.00
Catfish Tempura 2pc$18.00
- Appetizer as a Entree$0.00
CAPITOL SQUARE WINGS$18.00
FRIED RUBBED WINGS SERVED WITH OUR SIGNATURE SAUCE
- Appetizer as a Entree$0.00
JERK WINGS$18.00
GRILLED AND BAKED WINGS MARINATED IN A SPICY JAMAICAN JERK SEASONING
- Appetizer as a Entree$0.00
BANG BANG SHRIMP$16.00
TEMPURA FRIED SHRIMP SERVED WITH BANG BANG SAUCE
- Appetizer as a Entree$0.00
MARYLAND CRAB MAC & CHEESE$16.00
MADE WITH LUMP CRAB MEAT AND CRUSTY ON TOP
- Appetizer as a Entree$0.00
CALAMARI$16.00
BATTERED AND DEEP FRIED CALAMARI
- Appetizer as a Entree$0.00
SUYA$14.00
LEAN SLICED SLOW GRILLED BEEF OR CHICKEN MARINATED AND GRILLED WITH YAYI SPICE SERVED WITH ONIONS AND CUCUMBER
- CHICKEN SUYA UPCHARGE$0.00
- BEEF SUYA UPCHARGE$4.00
- Appetizer as a Entree$0.00
BRUSSEL SPROUTS$14.00
FLASH FRIED BRUSSEL SPROUTS, TOPPED WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE AND FETA CHEESE
- Appetizer as a Entree$0.00
CRAB FRIES$18.00
STRAIGHT- CUT FRENCH FRIES SERVED WITH GARLIC AOLI
- Appetizer as a Entree$0.00
PUFF PUFF$10.00
SOFT ROUND DOUGH TOPPED WITH CARAMEL, POWDER SUGAR
- Appetizer as a Entree$0.00
Sliders$14.00
- Chicken$0.00
- Salmon upcharge$2.00
- Beef upcharge$4.00

Salads

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD$13.00
ROMAINE LETTUCE, PARMESAN, CROUTONS, CAESAR DRESSING
STACK COBB SALAD$13.00
ARAGULA, TOMATOES, CRISPY BACON, HARD- BOILED EGGS, AVOCADO AND BLUE CHEESE
MIXED GREENS SALAD$13.00
MIXED GREENS TOPPED WITH CRANBERRIES, MANDARIN ORANGES, BLUE CHEESE, SPICED WALNUTS WITH BALSAMIC DRESSING
Summer Grilled Salad$16.00
Beet Garden$16.00
Seafood Cobb$22.00

Soups

CREAM OF CRAB cup$15.00
CREAMY SOUP MADE WITH JUMBO CRAB LUMP
Goat Pepper Soup$22.00

Sandwiches & Burgers

CAPITOL SQUARE BURGER$18.00
- SIDE SALAD$0.00
- REGULAR FRIES$0.00
- NO CHEESE$0.00
- AMERICAN CHEESE$0.00
- SWISS CHEESE$0.00
- CHEDDAR CHEESE$0.00
CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH$15.00
- SIDE SALAD$0.00
- REGULAR FRIES$0.00
- NO CHEESE$0.00
- AMERICAN CHEESE$0.00
- SWISS CHEESE$0.00
- CHEDDAR CHEESE$0.00
SALMON BLT$25.00
- SIDE SALAD$0.00
- REGULAR FRIES$0.00
- NO CHEESE$0.00
- AMERICAN CHEESE$0.00
- SWISS CHEESE$0.00
- CHEDDAR CHEESE$0.00
Capitol Hill STEAK & CHEESE$25.00
- SIDE SALAD$0.00
- REGULAR FRIES$0.00
- NO CHEESE$0.00
- AMERICAN CHEESE$0.00
- SWISS CHEESE$0.00
- CHEDDAR CHEESE$0.00
Crab Cake Sandwich$26.00
Catfish Tempura Sandwich$26.00
Sliders$14.00
- Chicken$0.00
- Salmon upcharge$2.00
- Beef upcharge$4.00

Entrees

Cajun Fettuccine Pasta$12.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
- Chicken Upcharge$5.00
- Shrimp Upcharge$8.00
Penne Rosa Pasta$16.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
Blackened Salmon$30.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
Catfish with Cajun Sauce$30.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
Nigerian Tomato Stew$20.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
- Assorted Meats$10.00
- Croaker$10.00
- Chicken$7.00
Okro/Okra Soup$20.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
- Assorted Meats$10.00
- Croaker$10.00
- Chicken$7.00
Egusi/Melon Seeds and Spinach$20.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
- Assorted Meats$10.00
- Croaker$10.00
- Chicken$7.00
EFO/Riro/Vegatable soup$20.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
- ASSORTED MEATS$10.00
- CROAKER$10.00
- CHICKEN$7.00
Banga / Palm Nut soup$20.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
- Assorted Meats$10.00
- Croaker$10.00
- Chicken$7.00
Lamb Chops$38.00
- Grilled only$0.00
- Marinated in Hawaiian Spices$0.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
Oxtails$30.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
Curry Goat$25.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
Caribbean Snapper$45.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
Grits - Catfish$25.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
Grits - Shrimp$20.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
Chicken and Jollof Rice$20.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
Curry Chicken$20.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00
Crab cakes$38.00
- Side Upcharge$3.00
- Add on Shrimp$8.00
- Add on Salmon$12.00
- Add on Chicken$5.00
- Add on Coarker$10.00
- Add on Goat$10.00
- Add on Stake$10.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Glass$14.00
- Cline Pinot Gris - Bottle$44.00

Vegetarian

MUSHROOM PICATTA$15.00
FETTCINE PASTA TOSSED IN OLIVE OIL, LEMON AND CAPERS

Sides

SEASONAL VEGETABLES$6.00
SAUTEED GARLIC SPINACH$6.00
Honeybutter CORN BREAD$6.00
MASHED POTATOES$6.00
POUNDED YAMS$6.00
MAC ‘N’ CHEESE$8.00
PLANTAINS$6.00
WHITE RICE$6.00
JOLLOF RICE$8.00
COCONUT RICE$6.00
FRENCH FRIES$6.00
TRUFFLE FRIES$8.00
Pepper Sauce$2.00
Grits$6.00

Dessert

Rum Cake$13.00
Chocolate Lava Cake$15.00
Vanilla Icecream$8.00
Lemon Poundcake$13.00
Cheesecake$8.00
Apple Casserole$15.00
Bread pudding$15.00

What 72 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Quiet

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Capitol Square Bar & Grill delights with "authentic, delicious West African food" and an innovative menu that pleases diverse palates. The ambiance is lively and perfect for special occasions, with standout service from staff like RJ and Gabe. While some diners noted service inconsistencies, the "food and cocktails were top tier."

72 Reviews

G
Glenn VIP
Las Vegas1 review
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our go-to for authentic, delicious West African food on this side of the Atlantic!
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Ashley
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on March 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bomb services , bomb food, bomb everything. I will be coming back
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Jalen VIP
Baltimore3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food is always so good! I’ve been for brunch and dinner service. The restaurant is intimate so service is always amazing. I’ve had a a few dishes and they never disappoint. The Jerk chicken wings and blackened chicken are my faves
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Let me start with the food, good and a nice size portion, the place looks nice however it is tight in there. It’s a two level place just to inform those that like to sit up stairs. There was an event going on at time, but the server RJ made sure she assisted us in a good time. RJ good server, nice, and respectful. The appetizer was good love how the shrimp was big and thick, my cousin said the calamari was ok. Our entrance took a little long to come out but our server RJ did apologize. I’m not sure about there drinks due to I had water, my cousin wasn’t to proud with her drink, Overall nice place, good food, and solid vibes. If I was to rate this 3.5/4 out of 5.
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Hakeem
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food! Love the diversity in the menu & nice place for a date night dinner.
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Charles
Las Vegas4 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service. Very nice waitress, very personable. Started playing light music in the background for us. Food was good. Coffee was really good. It was a nice breakfast.
Capitol Square Bar & GrillResponded on January 23, 2025
Dear Charles, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. It means a lot to hear that you’re happy with your dining experience at our restaurant. Your kind words motivate us to keep providing the best possible experience. Hope to see you whenever you are back in the area! Regards, Lorenzo Miller Director of Operations
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Earl
Washington DC1 review
3.0
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I enjoyed everything about this location minus the food I ordered. I ordered the curry chicken and the chicken was not fully baked (slightly raw) and I couldn't taste the curry seasoning. The carrots were drenched in some seasoning that did not appease my tastbuds at all. Overall the service and ambiance of this location was super chill. I would possibly go back to visit the bar for 1 or 2 drinks. However, I was not satisfied with my entree at all.
Capitol Square Bar & GrillResponded on January 8, 2025
Dear Earl, Thank you for your feedback on your recent visit to our restaurant. We take guests input seriously as we strive to improve the quality of our food, service, and overall dining experience. I want to sincerely apologize for not meeting your expectations with our food. I understand how disappointing this must have been and I am committed to making it right. I would like to invite you back at your convenience to experience the dish again as well as other items on the menu so we can demonstrate the standards of excellence we aim for. Please let me know a day and time that works best for you and I will personally reserve your table. Thank you again for your valuable feedback. I look forward to welcoming you back soon. Tecla Tawonezvi Managing Partner
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Mike VIP
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience at Capitol Square Bar & Grill! The food was amazing and innovative! The customer service was top tier! I will definitely be back.
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H
Hyon
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great time. Ownership is a cut above the rest…their professionalism and food quality are bar none. Thank you!💪🏾✊🏽
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Katelyn
Atlanta3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was fantastic. We came as a family of four to celebrate husband birthday and our Littles loved the music + the staff was so sweet to them. My husband and I look forward to coming on comedy night soon!
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FAQs

Capitol Square Bar & Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 507-8492.

Capitol Square Bar & Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 72 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Google Map for Capitol Square Bar & Grill

1500 East Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20003

Additional information

Neighborhood
Capitol Hill
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri, Sun 9:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
African, American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://www.capitolsquarebar.com/
Phone number
(202) 507-8492
Catering
Please contact us! 202-507-8492 or email catering@capitolsquarebar.com
Private party facilities
Please contact us! 202-507-8492 or email catering@capitolsquarebar.com

Capitol Square Bar & Grill

Make a reservation

Additional information

Join us for our Happy Hour Monday through Friday!

Appetizers

OXTAIL SPRING ROLLS$20.00

Catfish Tempura 2pc$18.00

CAPITOL SQUARE WINGS$18.00

JERK WINGS$18.00

BANG BANG SHRIMP$16.00

MARYLAND CRAB MAC & CHEESE$16.00

CALAMARI$16.00

SUYA$14.00

BRUSSEL SPROUTS$14.00

CRAB FRIES$18.00

PUFF PUFF$10.00

Sliders$14.00

Salads

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD$13.00

STACK COBB SALAD$13.00

MIXED GREENS SALAD$13.00

Summer Grilled Salad$16.00

Beet Garden$16.00

Seafood Cobb$22.00

Soups

CREAM OF CRAB cup$15.00

Goat Pepper Soup$22.00

Sandwiches & Burgers

CAPITOL SQUARE BURGER$18.00

CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH$15.00

SALMON BLT$25.00

Capitol Hill STEAK & CHEESE$25.00

Crab Cake Sandwich$26.00

Catfish Tempura Sandwich$26.00

Sliders$14.00

Entrees

Cajun Fettuccine Pasta$12.00

Penne Rosa Pasta$16.00

Blackened Salmon$30.00

Catfish with Cajun Sauce$30.00

Nigerian Tomato Stew$20.00

Okro/Okra Soup$20.00

Egusi/Melon Seeds and Spinach$20.00

EFO/Riro/Vegatable soup$20.00

Banga / Palm Nut soup$20.00

Lamb Chops$38.00

Oxtails$30.00

Curry Goat$25.00

Caribbean Snapper$45.00

Grits - Catfish$25.00

Grits - Shrimp$20.00

Chicken and Jollof Rice$20.00

Curry Chicken$20.00

Crab cakes$38.00

Vegetarian

MUSHROOM PICATTA$15.00

Sides

SEASONAL VEGETABLES$6.00

SAUTEED GARLIC SPINACH$6.00

Honeybutter CORN BREAD$6.00

MASHED POTATOES$6.00

POUNDED YAMS$6.00

MAC ‘N’ CHEESE$8.00

PLANTAINS$6.00

WHITE RICE$6.00

JOLLOF RICE$8.00

COCONUT RICE$6.00

FRENCH FRIES$6.00

TRUFFLE FRIES$8.00

Pepper Sauce$2.00

Grits$6.00

Dessert

Rum Cake$13.00

Chocolate Lava Cake$15.00

Vanilla Icecream$8.00

Lemon Poundcake$13.00

Cheesecake$8.00

Apple Casserole$15.00

Bread pudding$15.00

Overall ratings and reviews