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Chaplin's

Restaurant

#22 of 117 Corporate Party venues in Northwest
#25 of 160 Private Party venues in Washington, DC
  2 reviews  â€“ 
1501 9th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001 –
Shaw, Washington, DC
From $60
per person
Up to 200
seats
Up to 230
standing
Venue offers catering
Japanese
cuisine
Parking available
Manager's avatar
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Response time: Within a few hours
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Venue overview

1920s-themed Japanese restaurant in Washington, blending authentic ramen crafted by a Tokyo-trained chef with playful cocktails inspired by Charlie Chaplin's films. Perfect for intimate celebrations or casual group gatherings, especially for those who enjoy unique decor and standout cuisine.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Chaplin's

Inside Venue at Chaplin's

Inside Venue
Event Space
·
Private space
90 seats
120 standing
Chaplin's is a place that's perfect for events and celebrations. We can fit up to 90 people, so you can bring all your friends and family together for the perfect celebration! Whether you're planning a party, a corporate event, a birthday, a wedding, an anniversary, or a graduation, we've got you covered. You can enjoy great food and drinks in a be...
Alcohol licence until 1:30 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $1000 minimum spend
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Entire Venue at Chaplin's

Entire Venue
Restaurant
·
Whole venue
200 seats
230 standing
Chaplin's is a 1920s Charlie Chaplin–themed restaurant that combines Tokyo-style Japanese dishes with a film-inspired cocktail programme. Design: Interiors reference 1920s cinema through exposed brick, dark timber finishes and large industrial-style windows, arranged into compact dining areas that encourage close, social seating. Features: An on-...
Alcohol licence until 1:30 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $60 per person
Enquire now
Outdoor Dining at Chaplin's

Outdoor Dining
Terrace
·
Semi-private area
65 seats
100 standing
Our outdoor dining area is the spot to relax and enjoy a meal, a drink, or just some time with friends and family. It can seat up to 70 people, and our professional staff will take care of everything for you, whether you're planning a fancy event or a family get-together.With our great food and drinks, this is the best place to be!
Alcohol licence until 1:30 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $60 per person
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

5.0
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Communication
5.0

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

TY
Tifa Y.
Verified review
Corporate Reception · 50 guests · July 2025 · Inside Venue

We loved the area we were given to use! The venue was easy to find as well. The food and drinks were delicious, everyone enjoyed them very much.

5.0
TY
Tifa Y.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Jane was awesome to work with through out this whole process. Thank you for all your help!

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
12:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Entire Venue
12:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Outdoor Dining
12:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Inside Venue
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $1000 min. spend
Monday
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Entire Venue
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Outdoor Dining
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Inside Venue
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $1000 min. spend
Tuesday
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Entire Venue
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Outdoor Dining
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Inside Venue
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $1000 min. spend
Wednesday
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Entire Venue
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Outdoor Dining
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Inside Venue
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $1000 min. spend
Thursday
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Entire Venue
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Outdoor Dining
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $60 per person
Inside Venue
4:00 pm – 12:30 am
from $1000 min. spend
Friday
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $60 per person
Entire Venue
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $60 per person
Outdoor Dining
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $60 per person
Inside Venue
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $2000 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $60 per person
Entire Venue
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $60 per person
Outdoor Dining
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $60 per person
Inside Venue
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $2000 min. spend

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 230
standing
Up to 200
seats
In-house catering
Japanese
cuisine
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Chaplin's

Chaplin's is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

Chaplin's Restaurant is our tribute to the 1920's film noir era in Europe and Japan.

This beautiful space has a lot of options you can choose from, such as outdoor seating, private room, and more. Plus, we have great food and drinks that will make your party the best one yet!

You want it, we've got it!

FAQ

Yes. Open bar service is available; the venue can provide package options or run an open bar charged on consumption.

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

At Chaplin's, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Free on-street parking is available
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Chaplin's is located at 1501 9th Street Northwest, in Shaw, Washington, DC.

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