Best Restaurants with Great Beer in Southwest Waterfront

27 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Arsenal at Bluejacket restaurant

1. The Arsenal at Bluejacket

4.7

Exceptional(1065)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Navy Yard

Booked 14 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.

2. The Sovereign

4.7

Exceptional(661)

Price: Expensive

• Belgian • Georgetown

Booked 21 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.

3. Cafe Berlin

4.7

Exceptional(2312)

Price: Moderate

• German • Capitol Hill

Booked 25 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.

4. Mallard

4.8

Exceptional(97)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Logan Circle

Booked 15 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.

5. Belga Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(4759)

Price: Moderate

• Belgian • Capitol Hill

Booked 24 times today

Belga Café is a great place to eat typical Belgian cuisine. Hours of operation: Dinner: Monday - Saturday starting from 5 pm, Lunch: Tuesday - Friday from noon until 2:30 pm, Brunch: Saturday 9:30 am - 3:30 pm & Sunday 9:00 am - 3:30 pm.To inquire about PRIVATE EVENT email at info@belgacafe.com

6. Lyon Hall

4.7

Exceptional(3870)

Price: Moderate

• French • Arlington

Booked 75 times today

A neighborhood brasserie in Arlington, VA.

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7. The Salt Line - Ballston

4.7

Exceptional(773)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Arlington

Booked 54 times today

The Salt Line, the popular DC homage to New England’s iconic fish and oyster houses, brings a second location to Arlington’s burgeoning Ballston neighborhood. Just one year in, The Salt Line has already established itself as one of the top dining spots in Northern Virginia. Executive Chef Matt Singer is leading the kitchen team in partnership with award winning Long Shot Hospitality Chef/Partner Kyle Bailey. The Salt Line is where "New England meets the Chesapeake" so guests can expect the same New England classics and renowned raw bar found at the original location, along with lots of new chef driven fish and seafood entrees, house-made pastas, exciting selections of crudos, and of course the best lobster rolls around. In addition to dining, the welcoming year round outdoor bar (tented in the winter) has also become a favorite neighborhood gathering spot and is the perfect place to enjoy The Salt Line's signature beverage program and grab what many say is the best burger in town.

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8. Walters Sports Bar

4.0

Excellent(177)

Price: Moderate

• American • Navy Yard

Booked 1 time today

A comfortable neighborhood restaurant conveniently located across the street from Nats Park. Walters is equipped with a state of the art pour your own beer system loaded with the latest trends in brewing. It doesn't stop there, Walters kitchen is more then your classic bar fare, featuring items ranging from Tuna Crudo to a sous vide Steak Sandwich. With 30 TVs across the restaurant its hard to miss your favorite sports teams. Walk on over to Walters and check us out!

9. 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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10. Hard Rock Cafe - Washington, DC

3.9

Excellent(1144)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 25 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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Renee
Atlanta Metro •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was FANTASTIC. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Foie Gras Appetizer and Steamed Burger. Amazing flavor profiles. Definitely will eat there again.
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MallardPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Southern• Logan Circle
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4.8
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Bruce
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fab. Guy greeting us looked like he had had a bad day but the waitress made up for it with great food and service
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The SovereignPrice: Expensive• Belgian• Georgetown
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4.7
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Stephen
Washington, D.C. Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I've eaten at Belga many times but not recently. I really like the clean-lined refresh they did to the interior which now compliments the excellent food coming out of the kitchen. We were there for a business lunch and the atmospherics were perfect...lively acoustically but still able to talk easily without being overheard. Our waiter was a little over zealous but read the room after a while and pulled back. I live and work on the Hill and love this institution. Wouldn't mind a few more all-veg options.
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Belga CafePrice: Moderate• Belgian• Capitol Hill
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4.6
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Brittany
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
First time trying German food and it did not disappoint. New favorite restaurant
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Cafe BerlinPrice: Moderate• German• Capitol Hill
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4.7
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James
Phoenix / Arizona •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 Oct 2024
An excellent experience! The beer was well crafted, as was the food. The burger I ordered was prepared exactly as requested and I really enjoyed the poutine tots. Service was excellent and fast. If you like a good brew pub experience, go to Bluejackets.
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The Arsenal at BluejacketPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Navy Yard
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4.7

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27 restaurants available nearby

1. The Arsenal at Bluejacket

2. The Sovereign

3. Cafe Berlin

4. Mallard

5. Belga Cafe

6. Lyon Hall

7. The Salt Line - Ballston

8. Walters Sports Bar

9. Alta Strada- DC

10. Hard Rock Cafe - Washington, DC

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