getting to the yards

A waterside restaurant boasting contemporary Mexican fare with a modern twist and an extensive tequila collection. Enjoy lunch, dinner and weekend brunch in a lively atmosphere with expansive views and both indoor and outdoor patio seating. Also available to-go.

Chef Michael Rafidi presents his vision of Levantine cuisine with this Michelin-starred award-winning restaurant that boasts locally-sourced ingredients from within the Mid-Atlantic region. Guests may dine from the la carte menu or reserve the multi-course chef’s table experience at the intimate Hearth table inside the kitchen. Reservations strongly recommended.

TEMPORARILY CLOSED ~ Celebrated chefs Chris Morgan, Gerald Addison and Peter Prime join together to showcase their collective experiences and personal ties to Caribbean food and culture. Named for the cassava root “flatbread” staple of Jamaican cuisine, the menu boasts an assortment of jerk options, curries, stews, oxtail, & more. Indoor/outdoor seating & takeout available.

A 200+ seat microbrewery & restaurant serving craft beers & American eats in a century-old former factory with indoor seating and an expansive outdoor patio strewn with string lights. Explore the constantly rotating selection of beers and cask ales and a full food menu for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Beer delivery and private event spaces available.

Located in the Arris residences, Chloe is a showcase of Chef Haidar Karoum’s personal culinary journey, including his Lebanese roots and extensive travel around Western Europe and Southeast Asia, all grounded in and linked by the seasonal bounties of the Mid-Atlantic. Both indoor and, seasonally, outdoor patio dining are available as well as takeout. 

A waterfront urban winery and restaurant that crafts boutique and small batch wines. The restaurant, bar, and patio offer dinner, brunch and happy hour as well as special events and wine pairing workshops. Private party buyouts can accommodate 200 guests while private dining for up to 40 is available in the intimate Portrait Room that boasts indoor and outdoor access. 

Elevated southern food located waterfront on the Boardwalk. Enjoy craft cocktails, draft beers, house-smoked barbecue, happy hour, weekend brunch, and more.  Dockside, a waterfront bar is open seasonally. A family-friendly destination to cheer on your favorite sports team, Dockside boasts a more casual menu and is first-come first served.

Helming from New York, Emmy Squared is known for its Detroit-style crispy-bottomed, square-shaped, fluffy-dough pizza. As The Yard’s first sit-down pizza restaurant, Emmy Squared offers a variety of pizza pies (or the option to build your own) as well as snacks, sandwiches, salads and an award-winning burger. Reserve a table or order to go. 

Founded by Washingtonian Victoria Lai in 2014, Ice Cream Jubilee is DC’s ice cream darling offering inventive flavors that spark joy. Stop in to try a sundae, a new seasonal flavor or signature favorite by the cone or cup or take home a pint. Available for pickup, delivery, and nationwide shipping. Have an event? Book the staffed ice cream cart …

An artisan ice cream shop known for creative flavors and high quality ingredients. Stop by for scoops, pints, and cones – or go big with bundles, buckets, or their signature “Street Treats” 12-packs of ready-to-roam 3.6oz lidded cups. Available for pickup and delivery.  

 A restaurant and bar offering signature Thai dishes and an extensive sushi menu. Find popular favorites or explore something new with their many authentic regional offerings. For larger groups, sushi platters are available in varying sizes. Open for lunch and dinner.

Soulful Puerto Rican food from chef Joancarlo Parkhurst who looks to his food-centric upbringing in his grandmother’s kitchen for inspiration for this all-day eatery.  Boasting indoor and outdoor dining, coffee bar, and a full bar with a focus on rum-based cocktails, pop in for lunch, a mid-day coffee & pastry break, or a vibrant, high-energy dinner.

Grab a coffee to go or enjoy brunch with family & friends at one of our rustic tables. Our antique décor, floral accents, and our signature south of France flair create a cozy and welcoming atmosphere for all that enter.

A chain specializing in grilled and marinated chicken dishes with a specific nod to the African Bird’s Eye Chili Pepper (PERi-PERi) that Nando’s grows in Mozambique, South Africa. Dine in, or order to-go, and grab a bottle of their sauces to keep at home.

 A casual Italian eatery paying homage to Italian cuisine of the Emilia-Romagna region. With a wine list featuring wines native to that region, enjoy lunch, dinner, “aperitivo” hour, and weekend brunch indoors or on the waterfront patio. No matter where you’re seated, enjoy a view into the open kitchen on one side, and on the other, a view of the …

Neighborhood vibes with craveable comfort food like toasted sandwiches, soups and hearty salads, and fresh-baked cookies. A reliable sandwich spot with order-ahead, delivery and catering options for the ultimate lunch break. Kids combo menus also available. 

Hailing from Maryland with family roots in the canning business, Chef Reid Shilling works with local partner farms, producers, and fishermen to bring seasonal bounty to his menu, complemented by the restaurant’s own garden-grown goods. Reserve for dinner, weekend brunch or visit the bar for a separate bar menu and locally-based libations. 

With something for everyone, enjoy this indoor / outdoor industrial-style bar offering weekly theme nights, smoked BBQ, beers, wine and even fancy cocktails. A family-friendly spot adorned with team jerseys of local players and 85-inch TVs to catch your favorite sporting event. 

An all-day dining destination celebrating classic American fare with a setting that honors the history of the neighborhood and its shipbuilding past. Pop in during the week for breakfast, lunch and dinner classics. While lunch is only available on weekdays, breakfast, brunch and dinner are available every day.

This born-in-DC fast-casual spot offers salads and bowls with a focus on healthy, seasonal fare. Created with the environment in mind, all packaging is compostable, menus are developed with carbon footprint in mind, and the company supports suppliers who are regeneratively / sustainably minded.

A Korean taco grill concept created by a native Washingtonian, TaKorean is a fast-casual outpost that features Korean flavors with a Mexican twist. Start off by choosing your base – tacos, bowls, or grain-free slaw bowls – and build from a variety of vegetable and meat options. Available to enjoy on-site, order ahead for pickup, or delivery. 

A boutique gourmet toast and juice bar offering a fresh, rustic experience that perfectly transitions from early on-the-go breakfast to afternoon health kicks. Located in the ground floor at the Arris, choose from made-to-order options or stock up on pre-packaged/bottled juices, boosters and treats. 

A new neighborhood cocktail bar from Andrew Hurn and Justin Cara-Donna who met working at some of the city’s best bars. A food menu offering light bites complements an adventurous cocktail menu boasting frozen drinks, boilermakers, large format options for the table, and riffs on classics.