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.
 
                    In Washington, DC, prices of restaurant venues average $2750 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 October 2025:
| From $1500 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event | 
| From $35 | to $68 | per person | 
| From $50 | hire fee per hour | 
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
                                    Full Restaurant at Right Proper Brewing Company
                                    
                                    in Shaw - rated 5/5
                                    
                                                                            Our user said: ‘I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a cute and fun event space!’
                                                                    
                                    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 (October 2025):
| Small restaurant venues | up to 30 guests | prices average $1600 minimum spend per event | 
| Medium restaurant venues | between 50 and 80 guests | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event | 
| Large restaurant venues | over 90 guests | prices average $8000 minimum spend per event |