Great Restaurants Located Near The Warner Theatre

BLUEPOINT
1299 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW  (In the Warner Building)
(202) 783-4545
Fresh seafood, classic cocktails, warm surroundings and friendly service are what you'll find at Bluepoint!
The menu offers a wide selection of modestly priced raw bar favorites, shellfish and daily "fresh catch" fish prepared "your way." Feel like adding a little "turf" to your "surf?" Choose from one of Bluepoint's prime steaks and chops for the meat lover in you. Entrée salads, sandwiches and kid's selections are also available, in addition to an impressive selection of draft beers, signature martinis, and fine wines available by the glass. There's something for everyone at Bluepoint!
www.bluepointamerica.com

BUTTERFIELD 9
600 14th Street., NW (between F & G)
(202) 289-8810
Butterfield 9 is located in the historic downtown Garfinckel’s department store. Celebrated Chef Martin Saylor parlays his extraordinary talents with a seasonal menu featuring Contemporary New American cuisine including beautifully prepared seafood, beef, and vegetarian dishes that delight all palates. Conde Nast Traveler touts Butterfield 9 as "One of the 100 hottest new restaurants in the world."

CAPITOL CITY BREWING COMPANY
1100 New York Ave., NW (202) 628-2222
The first brewery in our nation’s capital since prohibition offers an eclectic American menu with regional and international influences; all served in large portions. Award-winning beers offer something for every palate and interest and all locations are fun, warm, and child-friendly.

CEIBA
701 14th Street, NW   (202) 393-3983  
Dining at Ceiba transports you to another world – an elegant, tropical, sensual environment where tastes from mild to hot hot hot can be satisfied. Linger over an array of appetizers – the menu lends itself to sharing. An abundance of seafood and meats prepared in traditional Latin American styles compete for your attention with more creatively conceived dishes, inspired by the flavors and techniques discovered by Chef Jeff Tunks on his recent tour of South America and Central America. www.ceibarestaurant.com

CHEF GEOFF’S DOWNTOWN
Across from the Warner Theatre
On 13th Street, NW, between E & F Streets (202) 464-4461
Chef Geoff’s Downtown is an American Bistro serving great food, libation, and merriment seven days a week! They have everything from yellowfin tuna and seared duck to great burgers, grilled pizzas, salads, and sandwiches. Eat outside, watch the game at the bar, relax in the dining rum, or host a big event in one of their private dining rooms. They have twelve beers on tap, 25+ wines by the glass, and a hopping happy hour from 4-7pm Monday through Friday. Come in for brunch on Sunday for classics such as Eggs Benny or the White House Scramble!
www.chefgeoff.com

ELEPHANT & CASTLE
12th St. & Pennsylvania Ave., NW (202) 347-7707
Elephant & Castle features a huge outdoor patio right on Pennsylvania Ave where tourist and native Washingtonians can enjoy tasty pub classics, fresh salads, juicy burgers or big sandwiches. Authentic fuller’s Porter Draught Beer, Boddington’s Cream Ale, and Strongbow Cider are also featured.

FINEMONDO
Italian Country Kitchen
1319 F St NW (202) 737-3100
The recent arrival downtown of Finemondo represents a homecoming for restaurateur Savino Recine, who also owns Washington's Primi Piatti. Always captivating, the large bar and dining room are more open now that the thick draperies and massive columns of their predecessor have been removed. Chef Savino Recine has "returned back to the basics," with Italian flavors and a refined touch; dishes such as roasted guinea hen with caramelized cauliflower and whole roasted fish and beef -- a dinnertime feature -- are among the results. www.finemondo.com.

HARRY’S
11th St. and E St., NW (202) 624-0053
Harry’s is a downtown, local neighborhood–style restaurant and bar that has a “Cheers” atmosphere with a strong regular clientele and a popular after-work happy hour. Its food specialties include grilled chicken sandwiches, beef barbecue, New York strip, pork chops and baby back ribs.

LES HALLES
13th St. and Pennsylvania Ave., NW (202) 347-6848
Les Halles is a French-American steakhouse that offers a bistro-style ambiance. A very popular offering is the steak-frites-salad combination. Other popular entrees include onglet, pepper steak, cassoulet, Boudin noir, rabbit, pigs feet, and a full range of steaks and seafood, including a catch-of-the-day and pasta dishes. There are three tiers, including one with a cigar smoking area.

M&S GRILL
13th St. and F St., NW (202) 347-1500
One of the newest additions to the downtown eatery scene, M&S Grill is patterned after classic, early 20th Century urban American restaurants. The menu features USDA prime steak and chops, fresh daily seafood selections and unique spit-roasted beef and poultry. Specialties include filet mignon, Colorado lamb chops, cedar-roasted salmon, and Maryland crab cakes. Valet parking is available, park for dinner and pick up your car after the show!

OCCIDENTAL GRILL
1475 Pennsylvania Ave., NW (202) 783-1475
The Occidental Grill is one of Washington's most historic restaurants, first opening in 1906 under management of the Willard Family of the Willard Hotel. Management has since changed hands, but the classic early 20th Century ambiance of an elegant, traditional regional American steakhouse has remained with a noted selection of beef, seafood and chicken specialties.

OLD EBBITT GRILL
15th St. and G St., NW (202) 347-4800
Entrée price range: $9.95-$17.95 Old Ebbitt Grill first opened in 1856 and is advertised as the "oldest saloon in Washington", but there is much more, notably classical American- style cuisine specializing in seafood such as crab cakes, fresh Alaskan salmon, and swordfish. Its famous oyster bar is one of the top ten in the country.

RED SAGE
14th St. and F St., NW (202) 638-4444
Red Sage is a trendy, "modern American" multi-level, brightly decorated restaurant with a decidedly Southwest American emphasis. Specialties include spicy Southwestern dishes and seafood items such as salmon, sea bass, crab cakes and scallops. The downstairs is upscale semiformal dining and the upstairs is more casual and informal.

TENPENH
Corner of 10th and Pennsylvania Ave., NW (202) 393-4500
The latest venture from the creators of DC Coast Restaurant, this upscale newcomer fuses contemporary American and Asian styles. Eclectic dishes include wok seared spicy calamari salad with mint cilantro and lime, and prawn and pineapple red Thai curry with Jasmine rice.

THE AVENUE GRILL
J.W. Marriott Hotel
14th St. and Pennsylvania Ave., NW (202) 393-2000
The Avenue Grill mirrors the energy and diversity of its location on Pennsylvania Avenue with dynamic design and an exciting new menu to suit a wide variety of tastes and appetites. An upscale eatery with a casual atmosphere, Avenue Grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and was designed for both the local business and tourists. The 1331 bar and lounge offers the sleek design and high-tech convenience of a VIP airport lounge. With a variety of dining options and a full compliment of spirits, guests enjoy an atmosphere ideal for catching up on the latest news, relaxing with friends and colleagues at the end of the day or enjoying quiet conversations or meetings. Most tables offer high-speed Internet connection, while flat screen TVs and monitors at love-seat booths and above the bar broadcast the latest news financial reports and sports updates. For a quieter ambiance, 1331 also features book shelves and magazine racks, plush sofas and chairs surrounding a fireplace.

THE OCEANAIRE
1201 F St., NW (202) 347-BASS
The Oceanaire is seafood’s take on the old-fashioned steakhouse concept. Large portions, a very-expert seafood menu, and wonderful sides, appetizers, and desserts make an Oceanaire visit memorable. A new menu is featured daily and highlights only the freshest (and often, rare) seafood offerings. “Not Seafood” dishes also available.

THE WILLARD ROOM
The Willard Inter-Continental Hotel
1401 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW (202)628-9100
The Willard Room offers modern American cuisine with a touch of French influence served in an elaborate Victorian setting. From 6:00-6:30pm Monday through Thursday, and from 5:30-6:00pm Friday and Saturday, a pre-theatre menue is offered. For $47.00 per person (exclusive of tax and gratuity) diners can enjoy a choice of appetizer, entree, dessert, and coffee off of our special pre-theatre menu. The Willard Room will validate your parking (complimentary valet parking) and after dinner you can leisurely stroll the 1 block to the Warner Theatre to enjoy the show. Join us after the performance in the Round Robin Bar for cocktails. www.washington.interconti.com

TOSCA
1112 F Street NW (202) 367-1990
Ristorante Tosca enriches central Washington, DC as the latest white tablecloth Italian restaurant. Nationally renowned Chef Cesare Lanfranconi creates the finest in contemporary northern Italian cuisine. His culinary interpretations emphasize seasonal ingredients, using a creative approach that respects the great traditions of Lombardy gastronomy. Within one year of opening its doors, this unique establishment has proved to be a welcome addition to Washington's urban scene. Its proximity to both the MCI Center and the Warner Theatre makes Tosca a perfect spot for elegant downtown dining. Managed by partner Paolo Sacco, the restaurant combines modern style and elegance to create an intimate and comfortable setting. Reservations recommended. www.toscadc.com

LA TASCA SPANISH TAPAS BAR & RESTAURANT
722 7th St., NW (between G & H) (202) 347-9190
La Tasca is a careful blend of everything about Spain – warm décor, authentic cuisine and friendly hospitality. All these combine to create a unique and genuine atmosphere. La Tasca strives to keep the Spanish culture and passion alive in its restaurants; to be local within its community while bringing to it, a taste of Spain. La Tasca is a Spanish restaurant with a combination of more than 45 Tapas dishes, delicious menu specials, 6 different paellas, 12 sangria blends, Spanish wines and beers. www.latascausa.com

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