Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Moonraker, Washington, DC

Moonraker

4.5 (448)
$50 and over
Japanese
655 Water St SW 14th floor, Washington, DC 20024

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 64 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

Featured in

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.
    Suntory Daytime Social Photo

  • Tokyo Fried Chicken & Champagne Club

    $75.00 per party

    Multiple dates available
    A new summer signature. Meet us at Moonraker for a weekday happy hour serving up our signature Tokyo Fried Chicken paired with a crisp bottle of Veuve Clicquot, alongside a stunning summer setting in the heart of The Wharf. Walk-ins welcome. *Includes a bowl of Tokyo Fried Chicken and (1) bottle of Veuve Clicquot.

  • Red, White & With A View

    $200.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 4, 2025 only
    7:00 PM
    Put a special spin on your Fourth of July with an evening at Moonraker where a menu of Americana-inspired bites take on a Japanese twist, served alongside specialty summer cocktails, live DJ and stunning rooftop views of Capitol City. July 4th from 7:00pm to 11:00pm, for guests 21 and up.

Ask Concierge
AI Beta

Our AI assistant, Concierge, is here to answer your questions about this restaurant.

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 448 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 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" of DC and the Potomac River, ideal for special occasions. Guests praise the "exceptional service" and "creative cocktails," though prices can be high. The atmosphere is "chic and inviting," but service quality varies. Despite occasional slow service, the rooftop's ambiance and "delicious food" make it a memorable experience.
448 Reviews

  1. Stefanie VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area26 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were kind and views are amazing, but I was very disappointed in the drinks. I paid $26 for a cocktail and asked that it contain a different vodka than was listen on the menu. They said it was premade and therefore substitutions weren’t allowed. It took over 30 minutes to receive my pre- made drink because the bar was “backed up” and once I got it, it tasted like a weak, bland cocktail from an all inclusive resort. We had ordered the Maryland Crab roll, and I was skeptical that they brought the correct order to us (I hated the roll they brought out) but my husband ate it nonetheless. Turns out they had brought a roll with salmon, which I hate and would never have ordered. They did bring us the order that we asked for when I noted the error and the waitress was kind about it. We heard other customers complaining about the drinks, the wait and the prices as they were leaving as well. I would check another rooftop out before returning here.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Karen VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent, the service was not. Our waiter definitely forgot to put in our main food order and then lied about by blaming the kitchen. When he came over to ask what our order had been that is when I knew he lied. After we finally got our food (after tables that had come in after us were finished) we got the check and it was wrong. He had added an extra drink charge. He fixed it but did not apologize. Plus there was something going on with the manager and the staff. He was pulling waiters and bartenders over to have conversations. It definitely affected the service in negative way. Also the bartender kept breaking glasses. Overall a very strange vibe.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Nicholas VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Moonraker is my new favorite spot for casual drinks with friends or colleagues. Keiko is an amazing server and provides an elevated, exceptional experience as do the rest of the team from the hostesses to the bartenders. Highly recommended!

    Is this helpful?

  4. Ashley

    Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    James is the best! He always provides top tier service and remembers my preferences on each visit.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Grisel VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    If I could give NO stars I would, THIS HAS BEEN THE LOUSIEST SERVICE EVER!! I had a reservation for a party of three, we ordered two drinks and two sushi rolls, the server took forever to bring the drinks, I literally had to ask a few times for the status of the order! After almost an hour, they brought me one order of the sushi, and never brought the second one, after asking a few people there they brought one one out of the three and after asking a few waiter and waitress, they all keep asking us don’t you receive the order? It was the most disappointing experience ever. I would Not recommend this place to anyone!!

    Is this helpful?

  6. Alec

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    My wife and I were unfortunately very disappointed with our recent visit to Moonraker for our anniversary. Based on our experience, we do not plan to return. I had made the reservation 3–4 weeks in advance and specifically requested a nice table with a view of the water and monuments. Despite this, we were seated in the back bar area, which felt more like a cafeteria than the setting we expected for a special occasion. Our request was clearly disregarded. Service was also underwhelming. Sushi was mediocre at best and arrived within 5 minutes, while our drinks took 10–15 minutes to reach the table. This sequencing made no sense, and the martinis were disappointing. One olive?? Seriously? I ended up finishing my wife’s for her. We quickly ate, briefly looked around the main bar and patio, and left. I had planned to give my wife a ring after our dinner, outside on the patio with the view we anticipated. Unfortunately, the atmosphere and experience completely killed the moment, and I chose to postpone. When guests plan ahead and leave detailed requests, it’s reasonable to expect some level of consideration. In this case, nothing we requested was honored. We can overlook average food. What we won’t overlook is the complete disregard for basic, advance requests, especially on a night as meaningful as our anniversary. Sincerely, Alec Ross

    Is this helpful?

  7. Duane VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area29 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We didn't have any food only drinks. Our server was energetic with great personality. She was training two other servers who seemed like they wanted to be anywhere else but at the restaurant. Neither of them smiled once or said a word. One of the trainees poured our drinks, a glass of rose and champagne as if he was paying for them. Our server had to prompt him to pour more which was still not an adult size pour. They cleared our glasses. No one asked if wanted refills then brough the check over without us asking for it. We've had drinks at Moonraker several times before and by far this was the most disappointing experience. Hopefully, it was a one off.

    Is this helpful?

  8. Evan

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    A mixed bag. The food was pretty good, we really enjoyed the hamachi crudo and spicy tuna /walls street rolls. The pistachio dessert was underwhelming. Service started fairly well but didn't continue, it got very slow, they didn't bring items, and we couldn't even order more food or drinks when we wanted to so we eventually gave up and took the check. Prices were a little high for the value. I suppose part of that is related to the views, which were good but typical for rooftops in DC.

    Is this helpful?

  9. MIchael VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area105 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    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

    Is this helpful?

  10. Precise VIP

    Tucson19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of my favorite rooftops in DC! The views and service are fantastic. However, the prices are a bit outrageous—$35 for each lemon drop cocktail is definitely excessive.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Moonraker is rated 4.5 stars by 448 OpenTable diners.

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

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Southwest Waterfront

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 64 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Moonraker

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

Featured in

Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Restaurant Management Solutions
  • Restaurant Reservation Software
  • Restaurant Marketing Software
  • Restaurant Event Software
  • OpenTable For Restaurants
  • OpenTable For Restaurant Groups
  • Restaurant Resources
  • OpenTable Pricing & Plans
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo