Moonraker

Name: Moonraker
Address: 655 Water St SW 14th floor, Washington, DC, United States, 20024
Telephone: (202) 843-1115
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (439)

$50 and over

Japanese

655 Water St SW 14th floor, Washington, DC 20024

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Great for creative cocktails
Great for outdoor dining

Welcome to Moonraker at Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf, a signature rooftop hideaway with a Japanese inspired menu of light bites and sushi alongside handcrafted cocktails, a curated selection of Japanese whiskeys, and more. All set around a stunning central bar boasting panoramic views of the waterfront. A laidback lounge by day evolves into a buzzy nightlife scene alongside a handsome bar that sets the scene for intimate soirées and nighttime meet ups, all by the Potomac.

Please note the following for your reservation:

Reservations are limited to (2) Hour Dine Times.

Our Culinary Offerings conclude at 10:00 PM weekdays, and 11:00 PM weekends, excluding Sunday.

Moonraker does not have a dress code but does recommend appropriate casual wear.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Bar Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(202) 843-1115
Website
https://www.pendry.com/washington-dc/entertainment/moonraker/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Please contact our Sales and Catering Team regarding private event spaces.
Private party facilities
Please contact our Sales and Catering Team regarding private event spaces.

Location
655 Water St SW 14th floor, Washington, DC 20024
Neighborhood
Southwest Waterfront
Parking details
The Pendry Hotel offers valet parking starting at 35$. However, there are several garages along the Wharf, as well as limited street parking.
Public transit
DC Metro Green Line
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Suntory Daytime Social
Multiple dates available
Sip, sun, summer. Moonraker welcomes the season ahead with the all-new weekend Suntory Daytime Social, featuring DJs spinning summer soundtracks, tableside kakigōri, a Japanese shaved iced, spiked with Suntory Japanese spirits, specialty sushi and more.
Roll-Your-Own Sushi Making Class at Moonraker
$125.00 per person
Prepaid
Feb 15, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025
Meet us at our rooftop hideaway for an intimate sushi making class led by Moonraker’s very own, Chef Marcia Lozada. Guests will be welcomed with sake to start, then will be guided through the step-by-step process of making a Veggie Roll, Tuna Maki, and Sunonomo (Japanese Cucumber Salad). The class will conclude on a sweet note with instruction on how to put the finishing touches on Moonraker’s famed Profiteroles. 21+ event. This experience is available to both hotel and non-hotel guests. The experience is also available to reserve directly through https://www.pendry.com/washington-dc/experiences/book-an-experience/#!/.

What 439 people are saying

Moonraker 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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

District of Columbia
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Moonraker offers "amazing views" and a chic, inviting atmosphere perfect for special occasions. The "service is attentive" and the cocktails "10/10." The menu features delicious sushi and small Japanese-themed dishes. While some mention slow service, many highlight the "spectacular" views and memorable dining experiences.

439 Reviews

M
MIchael VIP
Washington, D.C. Area104 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very chic bar with unparalleled views. The cocktails are creative but pricey at over $25. The food menu is limited and alright. It’s the ambience that wows here
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Gabbie VIP
Greater Boston1 review
1.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
If I could give this place 0 stars I would. We had an 8:15pm reservation for the waterfront patio on the roof, which I confirmed twice with the restaurant leading up to it. We arrived on time, the host said it would be a few minutes as the table was getting cleaned. After 20 min of waiting, I checked back in they said the other people didn't even leave yet. The offered to sit us in the inside back bar area and then would move us when a table was available. We accepted but reminded them we had a reservation and it was 30min past that time. We went and sat in the back, which was practically empty, and not one even came to our table to 10min so we decided to leave. On the way out we ran into the manager and told him we were very disappointed, it was 45min past our reservation time. His response..."Well a lot of people want to sit here." I said although I understand other want to sit, we had a reservation. If you are going to operate on a first-come-first-service, then don't take reservations in the first place. He just kept explaining that people wanted to sit, not understanding how reservations work. After an hour of waiting for our RESERVED table, we left. Nothing was offered for the inconvenience and no care was even taken that they wasted our time, not to mention this was a special night for my 30th Birthday / my parents 42nd Wedding Anniversary. We were also 1 of probably 4 groups at this time that this exact same thing happened to.
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Tatiana VIP
Washington, D.C. Area78 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Interesting experience with amazing views of DC and Potomac river. Perfect food and service. Excellent place for special occasions.
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Jason
Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was amazing experience as always this is not my first time coming to Moonraker so definitely enjoyed my time.
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Nathaly VIP
London13 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
noize was to much
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charles
Baltimore / Maryland2 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Views were amazing, service was slow. Food was good, we really enjoyed our time there. I’d go again.
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Albert VIP
New York City39 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely spot for a drink and a snack. Friendly service and good food options.
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Earnest
Greater Boston5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Drinks were great. Service wasn’t as good because a large party came in when we did. It took almost an hour to get our drinks. Will definitely go back as I have gone before and service was better.
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Jaydah
Miami - Dade2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the best brunch in this gorgeous rooftop and restaurant! Redd was our server and he was extremely attentive, friendly, & made sure we had the best experience! Already looking forward to coming back again! Items tried ~ cosmo, aperol spritz, glass of vueve clicquot, ebi roll, & spicy tuna crispy rice
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Juan
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best service in town. Thanks so much to Keiko for taking care of our entire family of 7! We didn't have a reservation but she was able to help us so much. Much love to this place and its crew. Def coming back!
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FAQs

Moonraker is rated 4.6 stars by 439 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Experiences are available.

655 Water St SW 14th floor, Washington, DC 20024

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Southwest Waterfront
Hours of operation
Bar Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
The Pendry Hotel offers valet parking starting at 35$. However, there are several garages along the Wharf, as well as limited street parking.
Public transit
DC Metro Green Line
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.pendry.com/washington-dc/entertainment/moonraker/
Phone number
(202) 843-1115
Catering
Please contact our Sales and Catering Team regarding private event spaces.
Private party facilities
Please contact our Sales and Catering Team regarding private event spaces.

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Moonraker

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

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Experiences

Suntory Daytime Social

Roll-Your-Own Sushi Making Class at Moonraker

Menu

What 439 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Moonraker restaurant rated?

Is Moonraker currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

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