Capitol Square Bar & Grill

4.7

64 Reviews

$30 and under

African

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 2, 2024

7:00 PM

Great for brunch
Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails

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.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
African, Grill, 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
Catfish Tempura 2pc$18.00
CAPITOL SQUARE WINGS$18.00
FRIED RUBBED WINGS SERVED WITH OUR SIGNATURE SAUCE
JERK WINGS$18.00
GRILLED AND BAKED WINGS MARINATED IN A SPICY JAMAICAN JERK SEASONING
BANG BANG SHRIMP$16.00
TEMPURA FRIED SHRIMP SERVED WITH BANG BANG SAUCE
MARYLAND CRAB MAC & CHEESE$16.00
MADE WITH LUMP CRAB MEAT AND CRUSTY ON TOP
CALAMARI$16.00
BATTERED AND DEEP FRIED CALAMARI
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
BRUSSEL SPROUTS$14.00
FLASH FRIED BRUSSEL SPROUTS, TOPPED WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE AND FETA CHEESE
CRAB FIRES$18.00
STRAIGHT- CUT FRENCH FRIES SERVED WITH GARLIC AOLI
PUFF PUFF$10.00
SOFT ROUND DOUGH TOPPED WITH CARAMEL, POWDER SUGAR
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$20.00

Soups

CREAM OF CRAB cup$15.00
CREAMY SOUP MADE WITH JUMBO CRAB LUMP
Goat Pepper Soup$18.00

Sandwiches & Burgers

CAPITOL SQUARE BURGER$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
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
- Chicken Upcharge$5.00
- Shrimp Upcharge$8.00
Penne Rosa Pasta$16.00
Blackened Salmon$30.00
Catfish with Cajun Sauce$30.00
Nigerian Tomato Stew$20.00
- Assorted Meats$10.00
- Croaker$10.00
- Chicken$7.00
Okro/Okra Soup$20.00
- Assorted Meats$10.00
- Croaker$10.00
- Chicken$7.00
Egusi/Melon Seeds and Spinach$20.00
- Assorted Meats$10.00
- Croaker$10.00
- Chicken$7.00
EFO/Riro/Vegatable soup$20.00
- ASSORTED MEATS$10.00
- CROAKER$10.00
- CHICKEN$7.00
Banga / Palm Nut soup$20.00
- Assorted Meats$10.00
- Croaker$10.00
- Chicken$7.00
Lamb Chops$38.00
- Grilled only$0.00
- Marinated in Hawaiian Spices$0.00
Oxtails$30.00
Curry Goat$25.00
Caribbean Snapper$45.00
Grits - Catfish$25.00
Grits - Shrimp$20.00
Fried Chicken and Jollof Rice$20.00
Curry Chicken$20.00
Crab cakes$38.00

Vegetarian

MUSHROOM PICATTA$15.00
FETTCINE PASTA TOSSED IN OLIVE OIL, LEMON AND CAPERS
TOFU NIGERIAN TOMATO STEW$20.00
TOFU IN TOMATO STEW, VEGETABLES & RICE
- Coconut rice$0.00
- White rice$0.00
- Jollof rice$0.00
PLUM PESTO PIZZA$16.00
HOMEMADE DOUGH TOPPED WITH FRESH PLUM TOMATOES

Sides

SEASONAL VEGETABLES$6.00
SAUTEED GARLIC SPINACH$6.00
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$13.00
Lemon Poundcake$13.00
Cheesecake$13.00
Apple Casserole$15.00

What 64 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Capitol Square Bar & Grill offers a delightful dining experience with standout "delicious" food and a "great atmosphere." The location is perfect for outdoor dining, and the staff are "incredible" and "friendly." While service can occasionally be slow, the overall ambiance and menu make it a neighborhood favorite worth visiting.

64 Reviews

M
Mike
Washington DC
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
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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Katelyn
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
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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Dr. Ellen
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I took my mother there for the first time for brunch and she truly enjoyed it! The food, service, and atmosphere was wonderful. I'm already planning to return with my mother to celebrate her birthday!
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Janay
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love, love, love this place! Great neighborhood spot for me but worth coming from another neighborhood to visit. The staff were just incredible. The space was so nice! The food was so delicious.
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Paul
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The servers were polite, food came out hot, nice drink options and great atmosphere.
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TheFaithfulDiner
Washington DC
68 reviews
vip
4.0
68 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Nikki was an absolute breath of fresh air. Great personality and just wonderful to be in her presence. The food was good, although a bit overpriced but the service was so slow! There is no way we should have sat there for 4 hours although we were having a good time and the food was good.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
The food was tasty and our server was wonderful. She alerted us to the fact that two of the items we ordered off the Vegetarian menu, in fact, had meat products used in preparation. (Kudos to her for that!) The music (and karaoke performances) blasting from the speakers by our table made it impossible to have a conversation, unfortunately. Definitely a mixed bag and I wish it was a better experience because I really wanted to like it - everyone was so friendly.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 19, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Waiters were showing favoritism based on skin tone. They would be so polite and articulate with those with whiter skin. At times they came out to refill water and didn’t ask if I wanted mines refilled. I came in first but somehow I was always walked pass and getting checked on last. That day was my last day there.
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
My friend and I went here on Thursday at 6:30. We booked a reservation although it was not needed there were tables open. We were seated immediately and warmly greeted at the door. I started with the Ricky Froze cocktail which was Yummy ! And my friend had the “What a melon” cocktail which was good (just stir it up first) because then it won’t taste as strong lol. The setting was nice to sit outside under the covered patio. One suggestion I have is to have small plates on the table so food can be easily shared. We order the Crab Mac and Cheese which was delicious; full of crab meet and made with cavatappi pasta. I chose this based on other reviews and I was not disappointed! We had the shrimp and grits and the shrimp were meaty and big ! So good! The grits were a bit runny and the seasoning was mild but overall not bad! I ordered the Oxtail with Jollof rice. The oxtail was a bit fatty so not a lot of pieces of meat but the jollof rice was yummy! The inside has a nice bar but a small seating area. Overall ambiance is very fancy!
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RobertN
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The overall experience was good: food, ambience, location. The only area of improvement needed would be in coordination: keeping track of what's needed at each table. But, the FOOD! That alone is worth return trips!
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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 4.7 stars by 64 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 2, 2024

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Capitol Square Bar & Grill

1500 East Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20003

Dining areas

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, Grill, 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

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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 FIRES$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$20.00

Soups

CREAM OF CRAB cup$15.00

Goat Pepper Soup$18.00

Sandwiches & Burgers

CAPITOL SQUARE BURGER$15.00

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

Fried Chicken and Jollof Rice$20.00

Curry Chicken$20.00

Crab cakes$38.00

Vegetarian

MUSHROOM PICATTA$15.00

TOFU NIGERIAN TOMATO STEW$20.00

PLUM PESTO PIZZA$16.00

Sides

SEASONAL VEGETABLES$6.00

SAUTEED GARLIC SPINACH$6.00

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$13.00

Lemon Poundcake$13.00