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Top Private Hire Restaurants in Washington, DC
Power lunches, proposal dinners, birthday blowouts, whatever’s on your plate, DC has a table ready. The best restaurant venues in Washington, DC bring to the table excellent food and set the scene for moments that matter, complete with service, style, and space to raise a glass. Whether you need a private room for 20 guests or a specialized menu to accommodate various dietary needs, we have a range of options to suit your preferences. Explore and book the kind of spot that makes the invite list feel exclusive.
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![Backroom at Agua 301 in Navy Yard, Washington, DC]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBackroom
24 guestsAgua 301Navy Yard, Washington, DCSSheila C.
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![Entire Venue at El Techo in Shaw, Washington, DC]()
from $5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
85 guestsEl TechoShaw, Washington, DCCCarla K.
“Really cool venue vibe for a private event.” -
![Half of Second Floor at Johnny Pistolas in Adams Morgan, Washington, DC]()
from $20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityHalf of Second Floor
80 guestsJohnny PistolasAdams Morgan, Washington, DCMMary S.
“Everything. Space was great. Food was awesome. Staff were exceptional.” -
![The Mermaid Room at Fiola Mare in Georgetown, Washington, DC]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Mermaid Room
18 guestsFiola MareGeorgetown, Washington, DCTTim F.
“Everything went exactly as planned and the venue is very nice.” -
![1st Floor at Johnny Pistolas in Adams Morgan, Washington, DC]()
from $20
per person / per sessionCheck availability1st Floor
50 guestsJohnny PistolasAdams Morgan, Washington, DCEElizabeth P.
“All of our guests had a blast. We will definitely be renting this out again!” -
![Rio Frio 2 at Taberna Del Alabardero in Downtown Washington, DC, DC]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRio Frio 2
30 guestsTaberna Del AlabarderoDowntown Washington, DC, DCRio Frio 2 is a Dining Room in Taberna Del Alabardero and a semi-private dining bay inside the restaurant. Design: The room pairs pale green walls and framed artwork with tufted grey banquettes and wooden mirror-backed panelling.
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![Second Floor at Johnny Pistolas in Adams Morgan, Washington, DC]()
from $20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySecond Floor
50 guestsJohnny PistolasAdams Morgan, Washington, DCJJoseph A.
“I loved the communication, the staff, and size of the space.” -
![Private Dining Room at Cafe Riggs Board Room in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
16 guestsCafe Riggs Board RoomNorthwest, Washington, DCPrivate Dining Room, Dining Room in Cafe Riggs Board Room. An enclosed, intimate room that provides a private setting separate from the main restaurant.
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![Café Del Mar at Del Mar in Southwest, Washington, DC]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCafé Del Mar
25 guestsDel MarSouthwest, Washington, DCCafé Del Mar is a semi-private terrace at Del Mar that functions as an outdoor extension of the restaurant, providing an alfresco dining room separate from the interior.
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![Upper Dining Room at Seven Reasons in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $10000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpper Dining Room
70 guestsSeven ReasonsNorthwest, Washington, DCUpper Dining Room is a semi-private dining room in a restaurant anchored by a continuous built-in banquette that creates a long, communal dining run. Design: The space has dark timber walls, arched wooden panels and low-hanging
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![Ambar Rooftop at Ambar Capitol Hill in Capitol Hill, Washington, DC]()
from $2970
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityAmbar Rooftop
30 guestsAmbar Capitol HillCapitol Hill, Washington, DCAmbar Rooftop is a Rooftop in Ambar Capitol Hill and is a private, narrow rooftop dining room set above the restaurant. Design: The room presents pale pink plaster walls, a green-and-white checkerboard tile floor and a wooden
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![Entire Venue at Raw Omakase DC in Logan Circle, Washington, DC]()
from $4240
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
12 guestsRaw Omakase DCLogan Circle, Washington, DCRaw Omakase DC is a chef-led omakase restaurant that focuses on ingredient-driven sushi served as a seasonal tasting menu. Design: The dining room pairs a long, polished wooden counter and curved upholstered stools with a
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FAQs about Top Private Hire Restaurants in Washington, DC
Booking costs of restaurant venues average $2970 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Washington, DC, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $1500 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $68 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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Backroom at Agua 301 in Navy Yard - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The staff was patient, professional, and knowledgeable.’ -
Half of Second Floor at Johnny Pistolas in Adams Morgan - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Space was great. Food was awesome. Staff were exceptional.’ -
Entire Venue at El Techo in Shaw - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Nice looking venue, great egg rolls and steak tacos and very accommodating staff.’
You'll find restaurant venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Washington, DC, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 30 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 80 guests | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 115 guests | prices average $7095 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Washington, DC, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Dining Room at Le DeSales
on 1725 Desales Street Northwest - 0.1 mi from center.
Venue said: The restaurant maintains a focused cocktail program alongside its plated food service. Best for: After-work cocktail receptions, weekend brunches with live music, and seated private dinners focused on fusion tasting menus. -
Whole Venue at Teaism Lafayette Park
on 800 Connecticut Avenue Northwest - 0.3 mi from center.
Venue said: Teaism Lafayette Park is a tea-focused restaurant that pairs specialty teas and boba with a light Asian menu. Venue highlights: The venue offers in-house catering alongside an extensive vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free menu... -
Entire Venue at Raw Omakase DC
on 1326 14th Street Northwest Takara 14 - 0.3 mi from center.
Venue said: What sets it apart: Direct sourcing of fish from Tokyo's Toyosu Market defines the omakase menu. What guests say: The dining room is intimate and home-like, and the service is attentive with well-timed pacing between courses.
Smaller restaurant venues usually fit up to 30 guests seated. Here are some great options in Washington, DC, based on Tagvenue data as of November 2026:
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Dino Room at Sfoglina Downtown, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 15 guests
Our user said: ‘The service and ease of reservation for a private event was great!’ -
Private Room at Opal, rated 5/5 - dining room for 30 guests
Venue said: The restaurant also provides options for a full buyout for private events and functions. Specializing in a coastal American menu, Opal creates a welcoming atmosphere and offers both free and paid street parking, as well as... -
Lounge at Johnny Pistolas, rated 5/5 - lounge for 15 guests
Our user said: ‘Such a great venue! All the staff were friendly and helpful.’
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