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Capitol City Brewing Company - Downtown, Washington, DC

Capitol City Brewing Company - Downtown

4.1 (777)
$30 and under
American
1100 New York Ave. N.W., Washington, DC 20005

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for craft beers
  • Great for happy hour
  • Lively
Located on the corner of 11th and H street NW, Capitol City Brewing Co. opened its doors in 1992 as the first brew pub in our nation's capitol since prohibition, thus giving its citizens and its many visitors the freedom to enjoy some of the finest hand-crafted beer in the country. On the front of our menu is the symbol of freedom, the Lady Liberty, a statue found atop our namesake, the United States Capitol.

Nestled in the heart of Washington's rejuvenated downtown, this location has become a local landmark for celebrating great beer and food with family and friends. We have always taken great pride in our beer so come in and enjoy a cold pint of our very best and match it to one of the many menu selections tailored to the brews we serve.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Douglas Cruz
  • Private party facilities
    Whatever the occasion, let our friendly, seasoned event staff make party planning as easy as enjoying one of our cold brews. Our flexible, professional servers, chefs and event specialists provide individual attention to the requirements of each event.
  • Private party contact
    Bobby Johnson: (202) 628-4606
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    on the corner of 11th and H street NW
  • Parking details
    Public Lot - Entrance off 12th Street. (Corner of 12th and H St)
  • Public transit
    The Metro is in walking distance of Capitol City Brewing Company! Metro Center is the closest metro stop to us and its only 2 blocks away.
  • Entertainment
    Large Screen Flat TV's showing your favorite sports teams.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

What 777 people are saying

Capitol City Brewing Company - Downtown reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Capitol City Brewing Company - Downtown offers a vibrant atmosphere perfect for pregame gatherings. Customers rave about the "great food and place to pregame before going to the arena." The Capitol Kolsch beer and signature burgers receive high praise. While some service issues exist, the friendly staff and lively environment make it a popular spot.
777 Reviews
  1. Robert

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had the signature burger, it was delicious! The kolsch was great too, I didn’t try the amber.

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  2. Heather

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere! We enjoyed some appetizers before our tour!

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  3. Cheryl

    Wisconsin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    When we travel we never go to the same restaurant more than once, we always want to try different restaurants. This was so good we are here twice.

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  4. Kathleen

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Was great for the large group. Food was good and service was quick.

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  5. Finlay

    Dublin3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was very average. Won't be going back. The server was friendly though.

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  6. Jennie VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    this one time great restaurant has gone terribly downhill. The food was not good. The table was not clean. the service was nothing but mediocre, at best.

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  7. sheri VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area45 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Not impressed. It was almost empty before a Caps game so that should tell you something. Food was ok, nothing to write home about. Coleslaw was good. They messed up both or orders . Service was terrible. Servee was sitting at a table with other servers hanging out. Has to go look for her to get service. Will not return. Do not recommend.

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  8. Geoffrey

    Washington, D.C. Area36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our family regularly goes to Capitol City before Capitals game. The food and the beer are always outstanding!

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  9. David

    Washington, D.C. Area13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Cap City is always a good experience. It's our go-to place before Capital games, and last night was no different.

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  10. David

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was awesome! Very helpful and professional. Thanks!

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FAQs

Capitol City Brewing Company - Downtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 628-2222.

Capitol City Brewing Company - Downtown is rated 4.1 stars by 777 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Capitol City Brewing Company - Downtown

1100 New York Ave. N.W., Washington, DC 20005

Additional information

  • Cross street
    on the corner of 11th and H street NW
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot - Entrance off 12th Street. (Corner of 12th and H St)
  • Public transit
    The Metro is in walking distance of Capitol City Brewing Company! Metro Center is the closest metro stop to us and its only 2 blocks away.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Douglas Cruz
  • Entertainment
    Large Screen Flat TV's showing your favorite sports teams.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Whatever the occasion, let our friendly, seasoned event staff make party planning as easy as enjoying one of our cold brews. Our flexible, professional servers, chefs and event specialists provide individual attention to the requirements of each event.
  • Private party contact
    Bobby Johnson: (202) 628-4606
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