In April 2022, Jasmine Whittington, one of my favorite journalists (also a fellow Bishop McNamara HS), tweeted an ask for a DMV food blogger to create a list of wheelchair-accessible restaurants and activities in the area. I thought it was a great opportunity to create something helpful and needed in the area. In my research, I’ve found that it’s hard to verify whether a place is wheelchair-accessible because 1. some phone numbers just give info about the restaurant or business without the option to talk to someone 2. a lot of map app listings will show that a place is wheelchair-accessible when they’re actually not 3. most, if not all, of the restaurants I’ve researched thus far do not say whether they’re wheelchair-accessible.
This search made me realize how much of a disservice it is to not include pertinent information like wheelchair accessibility. I hate to admit that it’s something I didn’t start asking until I started this list. It’s now one of the important details I’ve started including in my blog posts.
Below is a running list of restaurants, shops, and activities that are wheelchair-accessible in the Washington, D.C. Metro Area. I’ve verified this information by phone, email, or extensive research. I will add more as more places respond to my messages.
*Note: Listings with an asterisk (*) are places that I’ve personally tried.
Last updated on March 7, 2024
Jump ahead to the Maryland and Virginia sections:
Washington, D.C.
14th Street
Aslin Beer Company
1740 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | aslinbeer.com
Brewery
- Has indoor and outdoor beer gardens
- Aslin’s first coffee bar location
- Beer hours: Sunday through Thursday 11 am – 11 pm and Friday through Saturday 11 am to midnight
- Coffee hours: Monday through Friday 6:30 am – 7 pm and Saturday through Sunday 8 am to 11 pm
- Taproom hours: Sunday through Thursday 11 am – 10 pm and Friday through Saturday from 11 am – 11 pm
- The only food option is the Bun’d Up food truck available for lunch and dinner.
BRESCA
1906 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | brescadc.com
Contemporary Parisian bistro
- Entrance on 14th Street is wheelchair-accessible
- It’s best to share the wheelchair accommodation needs with the restaurant prior to visiting so they can be prepared
- One MICHELIN Star
Chicken + Whiskey
1738 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | chickenandwhiskey.com
Peruvian cuisine
Nama Ko
1926 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | nama-ko.com
Japanese-inspired cuisine
- No prior arrangements required
- Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
- $35 bottomless weekend brunch deal
Rooster & Owl
2436 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | roosterowl.com
Modern American cuisine
- Rooster & Owl needs advanced notice so guests needing an accessible entrance can be welcomed through the secondary entrance, which is fully accessible. The primary entrance to the dining room is not accessible
- The patio is also accessible. Notify Rooster & Owl in advance so they can bring out a ramp to assist. There’s a small lip on the covered patio.
- Call (202) 915-9004 or book a reservation on the Resy app and leave a note about wheelchair accessibility.
- One MICHELIN Star
- Closed Sundays and Mondays
Ted’s Bulletin *
1818 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | tedsbulletin.com
American cuisine; all-day breakfast
Adams Morgan
Alfresco Tap and Grill
2009 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | alfrescotapandgrill.com
American-style bistro with an Italian influence
- Offers weekend brunch
Federalist Pig
1654 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC 20009 | federalistpig.com
Barbecue
- Both doors are on the ground level
- ADA seating both inside and on the patio as well as large bathrooms
The Imperial
2001 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | imperialdc.com
American cuisine
- Cellar level (Dram & Grain) is not wheelchair-accessible
- Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
- Michelin Guide Plate 2021, 2022
- Offers happy hour Wednesday through Sunday from 5 PM to 8 PM
- Offers weekend brunch from 11 AM to 4 PM
Jack Rose Dining Saloon
2007 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | jackrosediningsaloon.com
American cuisine, cocktail bar
- Closed on Mondays
Lapis
1847 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC 20009 | lapisdc.com
Afghan cuisine
- Best to contact Lapis before your visit
- Bathrooms are on the basement level and accessible. Use the elevators to get to the basement.
- 2021 MICHELIN Bib Gourmand
- Open Sunday through Saturday for lunch and dinner
- Offers weekend brunch from 10 am – 3 pm
Bloomingdale
The Red Hen
1822 1st St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | theredhendc.com/
Italian cuisine; dinner time frame only
- Front door has a step, so use the side entrance
- all interior parts of the restaurant are one-level and wheelchair accessible
- both restrooms are single occupancy and meet ADA requirements
Brightwood Park
ANXO | Brightwood Pizza & Bottle
711 Kennedy St NW, Washington, DC 20011 | anxodc.com
Cidery; pizza and wine shop
- Space is broken into two different buildings and the only way to access them both by wheelchair is through separate entrances from the outside
- The front building, which has the wine shop and the Lost Sock’s coffee shop pop-up during the day, is accessible directly through the front door along Kennedy Street
- To access the ANXO bar in the back building where the wheelchair-accessible restroom is, head down the alley that has a gradual incline until you reach the back door.
- The back area doesn’t open as early as the front area, but they will open the door to the alley to accommodate trips to the wheelchair-accessible restroom anytime it’s needed.
- ANXO hours: closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursday 12 pm – 9 pm, Friday and Saturday 12 pm – 10 pm, and Sunday 12 pm – 9 pm (Kitchen Closes 30 Minutes Before Closing)
- Brightwood Pizza hours: closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, Wednesday through Thursday 12 pm – 9 pm, Friday and Saturday 12 pm – 10 pm, Sunday 12 pm – 9 pm
- Lost Sock’s coffee shop pop-up hours: Tuesday through Friday 7 am – 1 pm and Saturday through Sunday 8 am – 2 pm
Capitol Hill
Restaurants / Shops
Ambar
523 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 | ambarrestaurant.com/home-page-washington
Balkan cuisine, regional spirits
- Only the first floor is wheelchair-accessible
- If you are trying to book a reservation, they kindly ask that you make a note while booking your reservation. It will be really helpful for the staff.
- Offers happy hour and weekend brunch
Call Your Mother Deli *
701 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 | callyourmotherdeli.com/
Bagels, plus challah & rye sandwiches, latkes, and cookies
The Duck & The Peach
300 7th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 | duckandpeachdc.com
New American cuisine
- Has wheelchair-accessible, gender-neutral bathrooms
- Under a womxn-owned and operated restaurant group, Eastern Point Collective
- Closed on Mondays
- Reservations are recommended
- Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday from 5pm to 10 pm
- Open for brunch Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm
- Sources natural & organic ingredients
- Chooses products free of hormones & antibiotics
- 2023 Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants
eat brgz – Eastern Market
250 7th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 | eatbrgz.com
Burgers
- Has chicken and vegan options
La Collina
747 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003 | lacollinadc.com
“Italian-ish” cuisine
- Has wheelchair-accessible, gender-neutral bathrooms
- Under a womxn-owned and operated restaurant group, Eastern Point Collective
- Reservations are encouraged but walk-ins are welcome
- Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday
- Sources natural & organic ingredients as much as possible
- Chooses products free of hormones & antibiotics
Little Pearl
921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20003 | littlepearldc.com
Intimate restaurant with a fixed menu and wine pairings
- Open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday
- Note the need for wheelchair access in notes section of your reservation so the staff can prepare for your visit
- All areas minus the Private Dining Room are wheelchair accessible
- Patio and conservatory are both fully accessible
- Has an ADA-compliant gate with a ramp that leads to the restaurant next to the secondary gate with stairs
- Dinner is $105/person for our 7-course menu ($115/person starting 2/1)
- Offers a custom-tailored wine pairing by the Master Sommelier to match the menu; also offers wine by the bottle and the glass
Rose’s Luxury
717 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 | rosesluxury.com
New American small plates
- Open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday
- Make a reservation and note the need for wheelchair access so the staff can prepare for your visit
- Staff has a ramp that can be put down to access first floor because the front door is raised
- First floor is the only wheelchair-accessible floor (minus the fixed bar and counter seats)
Ted’s Bulletin
505 8th St. SE, Washington, DC 20003 | tedsbulletin.com
American cuisine; all-day breakfast
The Roost
1401 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20003 | theroostsedc.com
Food hall
- 3 out of 4 entrances are wheelchair-accessible
- Both of the bars include a lower-set portion of the bar, so any guests visiting the restaurant would be able to sit comfortably and dine at the bar while using a wheelchair.
The Wells
727 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003 | thewellsdc.com
Cocktail bar
- Has wheelchair-accessible, gender-neutral bathrooms
- Reservation only
- Open Tuesday through Saturday nightly from 5 pm to 11 pm
Cathedral Heights
Barcelona Wine Bar
3310 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016 | barcelonawinebar.com/location/cathedral-heights/
Spanish small plates and wine
- Offers happy hour, brunch, and dinner
- Only accepts credit and debit cards (cashless)
Chevy Chase
Opal
5534 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20015 | opal-dc.com
American coastal, globally-inspired cuisine
- Adding a note to your reservation would help the restaurant accommodate properly
- Open for lunch and dinner hours
- Offers weekend brunch from 10:30 am to 3 pm
Chinatown
Tonari
707 6th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | tonaridc.com
Japanese-style Italian cuisine
- D.C.’s first Wafu Italian cuisine
- Downstairs dining area and patio are wheelchair accessible; second floor is not
- Please note the need for accommodations in your Opentable reservations when booking
- Open for dinner Sunday through Saturday
Yard House
812 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | yardhouse.com/locations/dc/washington/washington-dc-chinatown/
American cuisine, sports bar; vegetarian options
Cleveland Park
2 Amys Neapolitan Pizzeria
3715 Macomb St NW, Washington, DC 20016 | 2amyspizza.com/
Wood-oven pizzeria; Neapolitan-style pies and Italian wine
- Has a ramp
- No reservations
- 2023 Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants
Columbia Heights
The Coupe
3415 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20010 | thecoupedc.com
Coffeehouse and bar
Makan
3400 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20010 | makanrestaurantdc.com
Malaysian cuisine
- No arrangements need to be made in advance for either indoor or outdoor seating
- Closed on Mondays
- MICHELIN Bib Gourmand; 2023 Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants
- Happy hour: Tuesday through Sunday 4 pm – 7 pm
- Offers weekend brunch
Queen’s English
3410 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20010 | queensenglishdc.com
Hong Kong cuisine
- Closed Sundays and Mondays
- 2023 Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants
Downtown
Restaurants
Alhambra
923 16th & K Streets, NW, Washington, DC (inside of the St. Regis) | alhambradc.com
Mediterranean cuisine
- Wheelchair-accessible through the front entrance of the Hotel
- Guests are encouraged to include the need for a wheelchair-accessible table in the reservation comments so the staff can plan ahead
- Offers breakfast daily
- Offers weekend brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 am to 2 pm
- 2022 OpenTable Diner’s Choice
Modena
1199 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20005 | modenadc.com
Italian cuisine
- Entrance is on the corner of 12th St. and H St. NW
- Fully accessible
- No prior arrangements are needed
- Closed on Sundays
- Open for lunch and dinner
- Offers happy hour Monday through Friday
Piccolina da Centrolina
963 Palmer Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001 (at CityCenterDC) | piccolinadc.com
- Fully wheelchair-accessible
- No special arrangements needed
- Tables are first come first serve; doesn’t take reservations
Things to Do
Museum of Illusions
CityCenterDC, 927 H St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | moiwashington.com
- Only a few exhibits would be better to avoid. There are plenty (more than 50) to experience.
- Museum’s recommended parking: CityCenterDC self-park garage for $13 or less with validation; garage entrances are at 11th St & H St, NW and 9th St & H St, NW
- The elevator in the 9th St. section of the parking lot takes you to front entrance of the museum.
- Valet parking available on H St.
Dupont Circle
Restaurants
Agora
1527 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20036 | agorarestaurants.net/
- 1st floor is accessible
ala
1320 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036 | ala-dc.com
Levantine cuisine
- Fully accessible; the second floor dining room can be accessed by an elevator from the lobby of the building
- Cashless, credit and debit ONLY
- Fully halal
- A MICHELIN Guide restaurant
- Offers happy hour
- Offers bottomless weekend brunch from 10 am to 4 pm
Anju
1805 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | anjurestaurant.com
Korean cuisine
- Ramp available for access
- The first floor is accessible.
- Although you cannot make a specific reservation for the first floor, adding a note in the reservation notes section about needing accessible tables will prompt the restaurant to save seats on the first floor. You can also call ahead so they reserve the seats for you.
- There is a bathroom is located on the first floor.
- Open only for dinner Monday through Friday
- Offers weekend brunch and happy hour (5 pm to 6 pm)
- 2023 Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants
Boogy & Peel
1 Dupont Cir NW Suite 115, Washington, DC 20036 | boogyandpeel.com
Pizza
Call Your Mother Deli *
3428 O Street, NW, Washington, DC 20007 | callyourmotherdeli.com/
Bagels, plus challah & rye sandwiches, latkes, and cookies
Kramers
1517 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036 | kramers.com
Indie bookstore & cafe that offers American fare, wine, and draft beer
- Entrance, dining area, and facilities are designed to accommodate wheelchair users comfortably
- Reservations are not necessary, but you can make reservations online at OpenTable.com if you prefer to secure a table.
Le DeSales
1725 Desales St NW, Washington, DC 20036 (Floor 1) | ledesales.com
Modern French cuisine
- Note the need for wheelchair access on your Open Table or Resy reservation
- Offers lunch Tuesday through Friday; offers dinner Monday through Saturday
- Located between two parking garages with easy access to the restaurant
The Pembroke
1500 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036 | thepembrokedc.com
Contemporary American fare with global influences
- All entrances to the Dupont Circle Hotel are at street level with no steps or access ramps required, and there is a parking drop-off area at the hotel’s main entrance for guests arriving by car.
- The Pembroke, as well as the sister bar, Doyle, are on the ground floor and easily accessible.
- They offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. They offer brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm.
Residents Cafe & Bar
1306 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20036 | residentsdc.com
Mediterranean-inspired cuisine; cocktail bar
- Please add a note to your reservation so the restaurant can plan accordingly
- Closed on Mondays
- A MICHELIN Bib Gourmand restaurant
- Offers weekend brunch starting at 11 am
Teddy & The Bully Bar
1200 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036 | teddyandthebullybar.com
American cuisine
- Wheelchair-accessible through the front entryway
- No special arrangements need to be made
- Has a ramp
- Closed on Mondays
- Offers Sunday brunch
- Has happy hour Tuesday through Saturday
Things to Do
The Phillips Collection
1600 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | phillipscollection.org
Modern art museum
- All of the galleries and public facilities of the museum are wheelchair accessible.
- There is a limited number of wheelchairs available at the coat check.
- There are elevators available throughout the museum. There is also a wheelchair lift available between Goh Annex Floor 3 and the bridge walkway to House Floor 2U. See a museum assistant for access to the lift.
- The Center for Art and Knowledge has an elevator available for its public programs.
- Service animals are welcome.
- The Phillips Collection is open Sunday and Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 6 pm. It’s closed on Mondays.
- Read more about planning your visit on their website here.
Foggy Bottom
Restaurants/Shops
Founding Farmers DC
1924 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20006 | wearefoundingfarmers.com/location/dc/
- Fully accessible
- If you have any access concerns or needs in dining, you can make a note when making your online reservation, contact us in advance of your reservation using the form above, or let us know when you arrive
- Near White House
- Street parking; Colonial Parking nearby
Tigerella
2000 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20006 | tigerelladc.com
Italian cuisine
- Not required to call to make arrangements, but it would be helpful to let the restaurant know in advance so they can prepare a table that would be comfortable for the guest
Things to Do
Kennedy Center
2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566 | kennedy-center.org
- All entrances to the building, theaters, restaurants, and gift shops are accessible
- More info on elevators and contacts can be found on the website here
Near Franklin Park
Things to Do
Planet Word
925 13th St NW, Washington, DC 20005 | planetwordmuseum.org
Immersive language museum, world’s first voice-activated museum
- For all ages
- Fully accessible; elevator access on all floors
- A limited number of manually operated wheelchairs may be borrowed at the Welcome Desk (first-come, first-served); guests are required to leave a photo ID while using the museum’s wheelchairs
- Restrooms are available on all public floors
- Service animals are welcome
Georgetown
Restaurants / Shops
1789 Restaurant & Bar
1226 36th St NW, Washington, DC 20007 | 1789restaurant.com/
Modern American/European cuisine
Farmers Fishers Bakers
3000 K St NW, The Washington, Washington, DC 20007 (Harbor at The Georgetown Waterfront)
Farm-inspired American cuisine; sushi, cocktails
- If you have any access concerns or needs in dining, you can make a note when making your online reservation, contact us in advance of your reservation using the form above, or let us know when you arrive
- One level, including a full bar, dining room, outside patio, and restrooms
- Outside of the restaurant, there are several stairs from the plaza level with a ramp available to the left side of the patio
il Canale
1065 31st St NW, Washington, DC 20007 | ilcanale.com
Pizza, pasta, and antipasti
- Has wheelchair accessible tables
- When you arrive at the front door, the hostess will get a wheelchair-accessible ramp so you can enter the restaurant.
- Can also call us to give the restaurant a heads up so the ramp will be ready faster
Lutèce
1522 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007 | lutecedc.com
French cuisine
- Notify the restaurant ahead of time so the staff can prepare for your visit
- Has a ramp and an ADA-compliant bathroom for guests
maman *
1353 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007 | mamannyc.com
French bakery and café
Read my review of maman here.
Tony and Joe’s Seafood Place
3000 K St NW, Washington, DC 20007 | tonyandjoes.com
- All parts of the restaurant are wheelchair-accessible.
- Has a ramp
Things to Do
Dumbarton Oaks Museum
1703 32nd St NW, Washington, DC 20007
- Free access to the museum but must get tickets – buy here
The Escape Game D.C.
3345 M St NW, Washington, DC 20007 | theescapegame.com/dc/
- Not all games are accessible
- The sign may say “Escape Room Live”
Hill East
Caruso’s Grocery D.C.
914 14th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 | carusosgrocery.com
Italian cuisine
- Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
- Fully wheelchair accessible
- Vestibule with double doors is the only obstruction
- Call ahead of time so they can get the guest the most comfortable table (not required but helpful)
- 2023 Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants
Hill East Burger
1432 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20003 | hilleastburger.com
Smoked burgers and cocktails
- Has many standard-height tables both inside and outside — and staff are happy to help remove & store chairs to make space for a wheelchair
- One block away from the Potomac Ave metro stop
- Offers brunch
H Street Corridor
Maketto
1351 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002 | maketto1351.com
Cambodian and Taiwanese cuisine
- Notice isn’t required, but nice to know if any guest needs any accommodation
- Closed Sundays and Mondays
Hiraya
1250 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002 | hirayadc.com
Filipino cuisine
- Per Hiraya’s website – “Customers with accessibility needs are encouraged to enjoy our fantastic dinner menu at the Café (1st floor), where the entrance is ground level with no steps.” The building is older and doesn’t have an elevator to get to the second floor.
- The restaurant portion cannot accommodate major allergens such as gluten, dairy, shellfish/fin fish, egg, allium, nightshade, or vegetarian. The café offers menu items with a wider range of dietary accommodations.
- The cafe is closed on Mondays. The restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Logan Circle / Near Logan Circle
All Souls Bar
725 T St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | allsoulsbar.com
Craft beers, wines, and simple cocktails
Barcelona Wine Bar
1622 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | barcelonawinebar.com/location/14th-street/
Spanish small plates and wine
- Offers happy hour, brunch, and dinner
- Only accepts credit and debit cards (cashless)
Call Your Mother Deli *
1471 P Street N, Washington, DC 20005 | callyourmotherdeli.com/
Bagels, plus challah & rye sandwiches, latkes, and cookies
Etto
1541 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005 | ettodc.com
Wood-fired pizza and wine
- Wheelchair accessible through the door on the patio to the left of the front door on 14th Street; there are signs
- No advance arrangements needed
- Closed on Mondays
- A 20% pre-tax service fee is included with all orders and goes directly toward the staff
Le Diplomate
1601 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | lediplomatedc.com/
French cuisine
- Advance notice is not required but would help them secure a table in a less foot-trafficked area
- Ample seating in the main dining room as well as on the patio
The Mall
Things to Do
Hirshorn Museum *
Independence Ave SW & 7th St SW, Washington, DC 20560 | hirshhorn.si.edu/
Modern & contemporary art
- Free admission
- Has manual wheelchairs that can be used in the building, free of charge. Ask at the Information Desk or Security Desk in the Lobby.
National Archives Museum
701 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20408 | museum.archives.gov
Home to founding documents like the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights
- Free admission
- Open every day from 10 AM – 5:30 PM
- Enter on Constitution Avenue between 7th and 9th Street, NW for McGowan Theater, Jefferson Room, Washington Room, Adams Room, Rotunda, and exhibits; both the Pennsylvania Avenue and Constitution Avenue entrances are wheelchair-accessible
- Has a limited number of manual wheelchairs available that are available on a first-come, first-served basis; all facilities are accessible by elevator
- The closest metro station is Archives/Navy Memorial station. It has an elevator to the street level that’s across the street from the wheelchair-accessible Pennsylvania Ave. entrance.
- Prior to your visit, special parking passes may be obtained from the Security Staff. Call 202-357-5023.
- More info about accessibility at the National Archives Museum: https://www.archives.gov/dc/accessibility
National Gallery of Art *
Constitution Ave NW & 6th St, Washington, DC 20565 | nga.gov/
- Free admission
- Use the 6th Street entrance to enter the West Building and the 4th Street entrance to enter the East Building. They both have ramps to accommodate wheelchairs.
- Elevators at these entrances provide access to galleries and public areas.
National Museum of African American History and Culture *
1400 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560 | nmaahc.si.edu/
- Free timed-entry passes are required. Get yours here.
- Manual wheelchairs (standard and bariatric-sized) are located near the Madison Drive entrance and are available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis. There are no fees to borrow. Ask for one at the Welcome Desk.
- Per their website: “The suggested route through the History Galleries is to start on the C1 level and end at the C3 level. Visitors may enter through the Galleries’ exit located on the Concourse level, view the exhibits and then use the elevator at the C3 level to return to the Concourse. The route presents a reverse chronological experience but some visitors may find it to be less fatiguing.”
- Fewer crowds in the winter and fall months.
- nmaahc.si.edu/visit/accessibility-options
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum *
600 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20560 | airandspace.si.edu
- Free admission – free timed-entry passes required
- Passes released in six-week blocks; small number of same-day passes are released online every morning at 8:30 am
- Open every day except for December 25
- Limited number of designated accessible parking spaces are located on Jefferson Drive across from the Museum. Visitors with disability hang tags or license plates can park for free at metered spaces controlled by the DC government along Independence Avenue, SW
- Exterior Access Ramps: wheelchair-accessible ramp on Independence Avenue SW, just west of the intersection with 6th Street SW
- An elevator is available at the entrance to the Innovations gallery and The Wright Brothers & the Invention of the Aerial Age gallery
- All restrooms in the Museum are accessible
- There’s a limited number of standard and bariatric wheelchairs available for loan while visiting (visit the Security Desk to inquire about availability). Wheelchairs are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Visitors are welcome to bring their own mobility devices.
- Service animals are welcome.
- Smithsonian Institution Accessibility Overview – https://access.si.edu/resources
- Click here to view the Smithsonian accessibility map.
- More info to plan your visit: airandspace.si.edu/visit/museum-dc/visiting-tips#accessibility
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History *
10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560 | naturalhistory.si.edu
- Free admission
- All museum entrances and exits are accessible
- All exhibits are wheelchair accessible
- All public floors can be accessed by elevator
- All theaters have wheelchair locations and companion seats
- All restrooms are wheelchair accessible
- All food service areas are wheelchair accessible
- Service dogs are allowed
- Family/companion care restrooms are located on the First Floor off the Rotunda via the Sant Ocean Hall
- Get more info to prepare for your visit here: naturalhistory.si.edu/visit
Mount Pleasant
Ellē
3221 Mt Pleasant St NW, Washington, DC 20010 | eatatelle.com
Cafe
- Front door is accessible and at street level
- Arrangements do not need to be made before visiting but doing so would help the staff provide a table with more space
- Restrooms are accessible
- MICHELIN Bib Gourmand; 2023 Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants
- Four blocks from the Columbia Heights metro
- Metered street parking available
Mount Vernon Square
Farmers & Distillers
600 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001 | farmersanddistillers.com
Distillery and eatery that serves American cuisine, craft cocktails
- If you have any access concerns or needs in dining, you can make a note when making your online reservation, contact us in advance of your reservation using the form above, or let us know when you arrive
- Weekday breakfast
- Weekend buffet brunch
Kinship
1015 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | kinshipdc.com
French/American cuisine
- Entrance is sloped to get into the restaurant to be more easily accessible
- Call ahead so the staff can assist with opening the two-door vestibule and to make sure the best table is provided: 202-737-7700
- One MICHELIN Star; 2023 Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants
Love, Makoto
200 Massachusetts Ave NW Suite 150, Washington, DC 20001 | lovemakoto.com
Japanese food destination
- No advance notice is needed
- Closed on Mondays; Monday service coming soon
- Three full-service restaurants: grill-your-own-wagyu steakhouse – Beloved BBQ; omakase haven Dear Sushi; robatayaki and highball spot Hiya Izakaya; fast-casual food hall serving ramen, sushi rolls, salads, and fried-chicken sandwiches (with more coming soon)
Unconventional Diner
1207 Ninth St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | unconventionaldiner.com/
American cuisine
Mount Vernon Triangle
bartaco
1025 5th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | bartaco.com
- Making prior arrangements isn’t required, but you can let the restaurant know ahead of time if you’d like
dLeña by Chef Richard Sandoval
476 K St NW Suite D, Washington, DC 20001 | dlenadc.com
Wood-fire Mexican cocina
- Arrangements do not need to be made prior to visiting. If guests add a note to their reservation wheelchair accessibility, dLeña can arrange for a table in an area with less traffic like the PDR.
- An elevator in the building for guests wanting to visit the downstairs dLeña ROJA lounge
- Offers weekend brunch from 10 am – 3 pm
- Offers lunch on weekdays
- Open for dinner every day
L’Ardente
200 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001 | lardente.com/
Italian cuisine, brunch
- Has an ADA wheelchair-accessible elevator available for guests to use
- Read FAQ page for more info – lardente.com/faq
- 2023 Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants
Ottoman Taverna
425 I St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | ottomantaverna.com
Turkish cuisine
- MICHELIN Bib Gourmand
- Offers happy hour everyday from 3 pm to 6 pm
- Offers weekend brunch with a bottomless brunch option
Petite Cerise
1027 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | petitecerisedc.com
French-inspired cuisine
- Make note of this requirement in the reservation to secure a table on the first floor
The Smith
901 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004 | thesmithrestaurant.com/
Upscale American cuisine
- No prior arrangements would need to made
- Weekend brunch from 9:30 am to 4 pm
- Happy hour: Monday through Friday 3 pm – 6 pm
Navy Yard / Ballpark
Albi
1346 4th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 | albidc.com
Middle Eastern cuisine
- 1 star (Michelin Guide, 2022)
- All seating aside from the elevated bar seats can accommodate a wheelchair
- No advance notice is needed, but it is helpful to have it for the Chef’s Table at the Hearth dining experience since it’s in the kitchen
- Closed Sunday – Monday
- 2023 Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants
All-Purpose Pizzeria Capitol Riverfront
79 Potomac Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003 | allpurposedc.com/locations/capitol-riverfront
Jersey-style pizza
- Please let the restaurant know how many guests need wheelchair access so they can rearrange tables to accommodate
- Dinner offered Monday through Sunday
- Happy hour: Monday and Thursday until 7 pm
- Offers weekend brunch; bottomless brunch cocktail option available
Chloe by Haidar Karoum
1331 4th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 | restaurantchloe.com
International and American cuisine
- In the reservation notes, mention that a guest or guests will have a wheelchair so the Chloe staff can have the table ready.
- Open for dinner 7 days a week
- Offers weekend brunch from 11 am – 4 pm
- Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day
- Limited on-street parking; parking lot is located one block south of the restaurant on the corner of 4th and Water Street SE (The Yards Lot Q)
Él Bebe
99 M St SE #120, Washington, DC 20003 | el-bebe.com
Mexican cuisine
GATSBY
1205 Half St SE Suite #105, Washington, DC 20003 | gatsbyrestaurant.com
1920s-themed diner
- Offers happy hour at the bar* from 11:30 am to 6 pm
- Offers weekend brunch on Saturday 11 am – 3 pm and Sunday 10 am – 3 pm; bottomless brunch option available for $29.99/guest (entire table required)
Mission
1221 Van St SE, Washington, DC 20003 | missionnavyyard.com
Mexican cuisine
- Reservations are recommended but not required for dining at Mission.
- Opens at 4 pm on weekdays
- Weekend brunch (11 am – 4 pm)
- Daily happy hour (4 pm – 6 pm)
The Salt Line
79 Potomac Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 (Dock 79) | thesaltline.com
Oyster bar
- It would be great to note the need for wheelchair access in the reservation notes so the staff can reserve a non-booth table instead
- Has wheelchair-accessible bathroom stalls in both restrooms
- There is an elevator that goes down to the parking garage beneath the restaurant.
- Offers weekend brunch 11 am – 3 pm
Near White House
Old Ebbitt Grill
675 15th St. NW, Washington, DC 20005 | ebbitt.com/
American cuisine
- All except the Cabinet Room (used for private events) is wheelchair accessible
NoMA
Le Clou
222 M St NE, Washington, DC 20002 | lecloudc.com
- There is a ramp from the lobby, and both the bar and dining room have full access.
- Offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch
Park View
Call Your Mother Deli *
3301 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010 | callyourmotherdeli.com/
Bagels, plus challah & rye sandwiches, latkes, and cookies
Park View
The Midlands Beer Garden
3333 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010 | midlandsdc.com
Bar and fast-casual fare
- There are two wheelchair-accessible bathrooms.
- There are ramps to the outdoor area.
- They take reservations and allow walk-ins.
- Family-friendly; children are welcome until the kitchen closes at 10 pm
- 26 taps, ciders, wines, spirits, and draft cocktails
- The outdoor seating area is dog-friendly. There are doggy water bowls, doggy beds, and doggy ice cream.
- Happy hour 7 days a week: Monday to Thursday 3 pm – 5pm, Friday 1 pm – 5 pm, and Saturday and Sunday 11 am to 1 pm
- RAMMYs 2023 Finalist for the Best Beer Program of the Year
Penn Quarter
Restaurants
Boqueria Penn Quarter *
777 9th St. NW, Washington, DC 20001 | boqueriarestaurant.com/
Spanish restaurant and tapas bar
- Read my review about Boqueria here.
The Capital Grille
601 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004 | thecapitalgrille.com/locations/dc/washington/washington-dc/
American cuisine
Café Riggs
900 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004 | riggsdc.com/bars-restaurants/cafe-riggs
New American cuisine
- Located on the ground floor of the Riggs Hotel
Hill Country Barbecue Market*
410 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004 | hillcountry.com/
Central Texas BBQ & beer
- Entire restaurant is wheelchair-accessible
- There’s an elevator go to the downstairs floor/bathrooms
- Offers happy hour Monday through Friday from 3 PM – 7 PM at the bar
Oyamel Cocina Mexicana
401 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004 | oyamel.com
Mexican tapas
- Main level is wheelchair-accessible
- Also serves brunch on the weekend
Rasika
633 D St NW, Washington, DC 20004 | rasikarestaurant.com/pennquarter/
Modern Indian cuisine
Things to Do
Ford’s Theatre
511 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20004 | fords.org
Info per Ford’s Theatre’s website:
- Elevators – access the lower-level museum and the balcony levels of the theatre via an elevator in the main lobby. The Aftermath Exhibits and the back porch of the Petersen House can be accessed using an elevator in the lobby of the Center for Education and Leadership
- Accessible seating for mainstage performances in the rear orchestra and the balcony sections of the theatre online can be purchased by phone at (888) 616-0270 or in-person at the Box Office
- All seats in the theatre, with the exception of the accessible seating areas, require the use of stairs
National Portrait Gallery *
8th St NW & G St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | npg.si.edu/
- Enter and exit through the entrance at 8th and G Streets NW
- Elevators access all parts of the building
- All restrooms and water fountains are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchairs are available. Ask the security officer stationed at the G Street entrance to borrow one.
Shaw
All-Purpose Pizzeria – Shaw
1250 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | allpurposedc.com/locations/shaw/
Jersey-style pizza
- Please let the restaurant know how many guests need wheelchair access so they can rearrange tables to accommodate
- Happy hour: dine-in only Monday through Friday 5 pm to 7 pm
- Offers weekend brunch 11 am – 2:30 pm; bottomless brunch cocktail option available
Ambar – Shaw
1547 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | ambarrestaurant.com
Balkan cuisine, regional spirits
- No prior arrangements need to be made
- Has unlimited brunch, lunch, and dinner menu options
Butter Me Up *
1409 T St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | buttermeupdc.com
Breakfast sandwiches, toasts, salads, and superfood bowls
Convivial
801 O St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | convivialdc.com
French bistro
- Completely wheelchair accessible
- Letting Convivial know in advance is helpful but never required.
- Open for dinner Monday through Thursday 5 pm – 9 pm, Friday through Saturday 5 pm – 9:30 pm
- Happy hour: Monday through Thursday 5 pm – 6 pm
- Weekend brunch: Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
- 2023 Washingtonian’s 100 Best Restaurants
Ghostburger
1250 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | ghostburgerdc.com
Burgers, wings, and sandwiches
- Dining room is ADA-accessible from the front entrance; the patio is ADA-accessible from the N Street entrances
- Happy hour available daily from 5 pm to 7 pm
- Offers weekend brunch from 11 am – 3 pm
Oyster Oyster
1440 8th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | oysteroysterdc.com
Vegetarian, Contemporary
- Let the restaurant know ahead of time about wheelchair access so they can prepare for your visit. They take reservations on Resy.
- Closed on Sundays and Mondays
- Has vegetarian and vegan options; tasting menu
- 1 Michelin Star 2023; 2023 James Beard Foundation Award Winner
Blagden Alley
Calico
50 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001 | calicodc.com
Gastropub
- The bar, restrooms, and upper patio at Calico are all located on one level and are ADA-accessible
- The ADA-accessible door is on the 10th Street side of Calico
- Not necessary to call ahead, but they would gladly welcome a call to ensure they give all guests the warmest welcome possible
Causa | Amazonia
920 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001 | causadc.com/
Peruvian cuisine; dinner only
- Closed on Mondays
- Fully accessible for patrons with disabilities including wheelchairs
- Notice isn’t required but would help Causa create a more seamless experience to avoid unknowingly seating a patron at a high-top table
- 2023 Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants
Skyland
Roaming Rooster *
2710 Good Hope Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020 | roamingroosterdc.com
Fried chicken sandwiches; salads
- Staff is always ready to assist and accommodate customers
- Black-owned
- Also serves breakfast
Southwest
Things to Do
Artechouse
1238 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 | artechouse.com/location/dc/
Art & technology space with rotating immersive installations; cocktail bar
- Fully accessible
International Spy Museum
700 L’Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024 | spymuseum.org
- Building is fully accessible
- Elevators provide access to all floors and exhibits
- Some interactives require physical endurance
- All restrooms in the Museum complex are accessible. Family/companion restrooms are located on all the museum’s public floors.
- All theaters include wheelchair locations
- A limited number of manually operated wheelchairs may be borrowed at the Information Desk on a first-come, first-served basis. The museum requests that guests leave a photo ID at the Information Desk while using the wheelchairs.
- “All visitors will be required to pass through a security checkpoint at all Museum public entrances. This may include a hand-check of bags and walking through a metal detector. Those unable to walk through the metal detector will be hand-screened with an electronic security wand by authorized personnel.”
Trinidad
Ivy City Smokehouse
1356 Okie St NE, Washington, DC 20002 | tavern.ivycitysmokehouse.com
Seafood, BBQ
- Bib Gourmand
Union Market Area
Union Market
1309 Fifth St NE, Washington, DC 20002 | unionmarketdc.com/
Food market with artisans that offer a variety of cuisines
- The rooftop may not be accessible
- Has its own parking lot
J&J Pizza
550 Morse St. NE Suite #120, Washington, DC 20002 | jandjpizzadmv.com/
Pizza
- Has a wheelchair ramp, ADA bathrooms, and wheelchair accessible seating inside and outside
- Currently does not have a motorized door opener
maman *
1300 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 | mamannyc.com
French bakery and café
- Offers a unique visual ordering system for those who are hard of hearing
- Check out my review of maman.
Pastis DC
1323 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 | pastisdc.com
French cuisine
- The menu has a mix of American and Eastern European dishes
U Street Corridor
Baby Shank
1602 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | babyshank.com
French cuisine
- The restaurant has a small ramp for wheelchair access to the entrance located on the New Hampshire Avenue side.
- It’s best to contact Baby Shank in advance (or call ahead – 202-506-4466) to make arrangements in advance, so the restaurant can be ready for the guest’s arrival. The staff will open the door to let in guests who need wheelchair access. This entrance leads to the bar area.
- The front entrance on 16th St. is not wheelchair accessible.
- The first-floor bathroom is wheelchair accessible. This is also near the New Hampshire entrance.
- The upstairs space isn’t wheelchair accessible because Baby Shank is in an older building that doesn’t have an elevator.
Roaming Rooster *
1301 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009 | roamingroosterdc.com
Fried chicken sandwiches; salads
- Staff is always ready to assist and accommodate customers
- Black-owned
- Also serves breakfast
Wesley Heights
Al Dente Ristorante
3201 New Mexico Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016 | aldentedc.com/
Italian cuisine
West End
Blue Duck Tavern
1201 24th St NW, Washington, DC 20037 (Floor 1) | blueducktavern.com
New American cuisine
- Has ramps throughout the facility
- No prior arrangements needed
- Offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Has weekend brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm
Call Your Mother Deli *
1143 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037 | callyourmotherdeli.com/
Bagels, plus challah & rye sandwiches, latkes, and cookies
eat brgz – West End
1200 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036 | eatbrgz.com
Burgers
- Has chicken and vegan options
Rasika – West End
1190 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037 | rasikarestaurant.com/westend/
Indian cuisine
- Closed on Saturdays
- The restaurant requests that guests inform them about wheelchair access when making a reservation.
- One section of the restaurant is two steps up from the rest of the dining area. This area can be accessed via elevator.
- Valet parking is available nightly from 5 PM onwards – $15 per car, per the Rasika website.
Western Market
Roaming Rooster *
2000 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Stall #6, Washington, DC 20006 | roamingroosterdc.com
Fried chicken sandwiches; salads
- Staff is always ready to assist and accommodate customers
- Black-owned
- Also serves breakfast
The Wharf
bartaco
645 Wharf St SW, Suite 835, Washington, DC 20024 (Floor 1) | bartaco.com
- Making prior arrangements isn’t required, but you can let the restaurant know ahead of time if you’d like
Flora Flora
655 Water St SW, Washington, DC 20024 (inside of the Pendry) | pendry.com/washington-dc/dining/flora-flora/
Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips
665 Wharf St SW Suite 730, Washington, DC 20024 | gordonramsayrestaurants.com/en/us/fish-and-chips/locations/dc-the-wharf
British-style fish & chips
Woodridge
Roaming Rooster *
3176 Bladensburg Rd NE, Washington, DC 20018 | roamingroosterdc.com
Fried chicken sandwiches; salads
- Staff is always ready to assist and accommodate customers
- Black-owned
- Also serves breakfast
Maryland
Bethesda/North Bethesda
Restaurants
maman *
7140 Bethesda Ln, Bethesda, MD 20814 | mamannyc.com
French bakery and café
- Read my review of maman here.
Persimmon
7003 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20815 | persimmonrestaurant.com
American cuisine
- Small restaurant with 14 tables
- Make a reservation on OpenTable and leave a note saying that you need a table for wheelchair access
Pizzeria da Marco
8008 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 | pizzeriadamarco.net
Neapolitan pizza
- Open for lunch and dinner
- It is best to call ahead to the restaurant.
- There’s an elevator on the side of the building. The elevator works from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and guests can gain access to it from Cordell Avenue. Facing the building from Cordell Avenue, there is an alley that has an elevator. The elevator can be activated by a manager before 10:00 AM and after 10:00 PM.
Pike & Rose
Call Your Mother Deli *
11807 Grand Park Ave, North Bethesda, MD 20852 | callyourmotherdeli.com/
Bagels, plus challah & rye sandwiches, latkes, and cookies
Read my review of Call Your Mother Deli’s Pike & Rose location here.
Caruso’s Grocery Pike & Rose
11820 Trade St, North Bethesda, MD 20852 | carusosgrocery.com/pikeandrose
Italian cuisine
- Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
- Fully wheelchair accessible
- Vestibule with double doors is the only obstruction
- Call ahead of time so they can get the guest the most comfortable table (not required but helpful)
- Offers Sunday brunch
Hello Betty
940 Rose Ave, North Bethesda, MD 20852 | hellobettybethesda.com/
Surf and skate-inspired seafood restaurant
- Located inside Canopy Hotel
- Use the elevator to get to the restaurant
JINYA Ramen Bar
910 Prose St, North Bethesda, MD 20852 | jinyaramenbar.com/
- Access the ramp by using the walkway
- Tables can be made wheelchair-accessible
Nada
11886 Grand Park Ave, North Bethesda, MD 20852 | eatdrinknada.com/location/north-bethesda/
Mexican-inspired cuisine
- Call ahead Friday through Sunday because it can be busy: 301-770-4040
Roaming Rooster *
11586 Old Georgetown Rd, North Bethesda, MD 20852 | roamingroosterdc.com
Fried chicken sandwiches; salads
- Staff is always ready to assist and accommodate customers
- Black-owned
- Also serves breakfast
Summer House Santa Monica
11825 Grand Park Ave, North Bethesda, MD 20852 | summerhouserestaurants.com/
- Main revolving door is used but there are two doors that can be opened for wheelchair access
- The majority of tables are accessible
Sunday Morning Bakehouse *
11869 Grand Park Ave, North Bethesda, MD 20852 | sundaymorningbakehouse.com
Bakery
- Woman-owned business
Sarah’s Handmade Ice Cream (Wildwood) *
10219 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814 | sarahshandmadeicecream.com
- Staff can help with extra assistance via phone call
- Online ordering is available – staff can bring out the entire order to your vehicle
- Woman-owned business
- Closed Christmas Day and New Years Day
- Read my review of Sarah’s Handmade Ice Cream here.
Sarah’s Handmade Ice Cream (River Road) *
5241 River Road Bethesda, MD 20816 | sarahshandmadeicecream.com
- Staff can help with extra assistance via phone call
- Online ordering is available – staff can bring out the entire order to your vehicle
- Woman-owned business
- Closed Christmas Day and New Years Day
Things to Do
The Music Center at Strathmore
5301 Tuckerman Ln, North Bethesda, MD 20852 | strathmore.org
Performing arts theater
- Accessible parking spaces and seating are available. Read more about accessibility on the Strathmore’s website here.
Chevy Chase
The Charmery *
8551 Connecticut Ave Suite 202, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 | thecharmery.com
Ice cream
- Click the link to read my review of The Charmery.
College Park
Vigilante Coffee *
8200 Baltimore Ave, College Park, MD 20740 | vigilantecoffee.com
Café
Gaithersburg
Roaming Rooster *
511 Quince Orchard Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 | roamingroosterdc.com
Fried chicken sandwiches; salads
- Staff is always ready to assist and accommodate customers
- Black-owned
- Also serves breakfast
Ted’s Bulletin *
220 Ellington Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 | tedsbulletin.com
American cuisine; all-day breakfast
Hyattsville
Vigilante Coffee *
4327 Gallatin St, Hyattsville, MD 20781 | vigilantecoffee.com
Café
- Read my review of Vigilante Coffee here.
Kensington
La Gelatteria *
10414 Detrick Ave Suite 500, Kensington, MD 20895 | lagelatteria.com
Gelato and coffee and shop
- The front of the store is wheelchair accessible on the Knowles Ave. side. There are parking spaces in front of the store parking spaces on Knowles Ave side.
- Read my review of La Gelatteria here.
Potomac
MoCo’s Founding Farmers
12505 Park Potomac Ave, Potomac, MD 20854 (Floor 1) wearefoundingfarmers.com/location/moco/
Farm-to-table; American cuisine
- If you have any access concerns or needs in dining, you can make a note when making your online reservation, contact us in advance of your reservation using the form above, or let us know when you arrive
Rockville
RASA
12033 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852 | rasa.co
Indian fine fast casual
Mykonos Grill
121 Congressional Ln, Rockville, MD 20852 | mykonosgrill.com
Greek cuisine
Silver Spring
J. Hollinger’s Waterman’s Chophouse
8606 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910 | jhollingers.com
- Mentioning that someone in the party is in a wheelchair when making a reservation will help the restaurant have the table ready for when the guest arrives, but it’s not required.
- Free parking available
- Closed on Mondays
- Open only for dinner hours Tuesday through Saturday
- Happy hour: Tuesday through Sunday 4 pm to close
- Sunday all-you-can-eat brunch buffet $35/person from 11 am to 2:30 pm
Takoma Park
Cielo Rojo
7056 Carroll Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912 | cielo-rojo.com
Mexican cuisine
- No arrangements need to be made before someone visits.
- Both indoor and outdoor dining spaces are wheelchair accessible.
- The restroom is wheelchair accessible.
Virginia
Alexandria
Restaurants / Shops
Ada’s on The River *
3 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria, VA 22314 | adasontheriver.com/
American cuisine and craft cocktails
Read my review about Ada’s on the River here.
Aslin Beer Company
847 S Pickett St, Alexandria, VA 22304 | aslinbeer.com
Brewery
- There is a ramp for accessibility into the main tasting room. The upstairs loft is not accessible.
- Service animals are welcome.
- The closest Metro stop is Van Dorn Blue/Yellow line about one mile away from the brewery.
- Taproom hours: Monday through Thursday 11 am to 10 pm, Friday through Saturday 11 am to 11 pm, and Sunday 11 am to 8 pm
- Izzi is the house kitchen that serves pizza, burgers, salads, and sandwiches.
Cafe 44
44 Canal Center Plaza, Suite 401, Alexandria, VA 22314 | cafe44.com/
American cuisine
- Call ahead so arrangements can be made for your table
- Has a ramp
- If you’re interested in the patio, the person in the wheelchair would need assistance from a person in their party or one of the staff members since there is a slight level change.
Chart House
1 Cameron St, Alexandria, VA 22314 | chart-house.com/location/chart-house-alexandria-va/
High-end chain eatery serving seafood & steakhouse fare
- Ramp available
Hops N Shine
3410 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305 | hopsnshine.com
Beer, bites, and moonshine
- Both indoor and outdoor sections are wheelchair-accessible.
- Has wheelchair-accessible bathrooms
Lena’s Wood-Fired Pizza & Tap
401 E Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA 22301 | lenaswoodfire.com
Wood-fired pizza, Italian fare; beer, wine, and cocktails
- Wheelchair accessible on both of our dining floors
- Use the elevator to access the Loft on the second floor
- The parking lot also has accessible parking spaces. The curbs have ramp access points for wheelchairs.
Los Tios Grill | Del Ray
2615 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301 | lostiosgrill.com/del-ray
Tex-Mex and Salvadoran dishes
Los Tios Grill | Van Dorn
241 S Van Dorn St, Alexandria, VA 22304 | lostiosgrill.com/van-dorn/
Tex-Mex and Salvadoran dishes
The Majestic
911 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314 | themajesticva.com
Gourmet American comfort food
- Prior arrangements aren’t required, but there are tables that are more easily accessible. Letting the restaurant know would help them be better prepared for your visit.
- Offers happy hour and weekend brunch
Rubia’s Tacos
2309 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301 | rubiastacos.com
Tacos
- Woman-owned
- Closed on Mondays
Spice Kraft Indian Bistro
2607 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301 | spicekraftva.com
Indian cuisine
Swing’s Coffee Roasters
501 E Monroe Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301 | swingscoffee.com
Coffee bar
Vermilion
1120 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314 | vermilionrestaurant.com
New American fare
- Has a portable wheelchair ramp that allows access to the downstairs seating area
- Early notice is not needed, but it will make the dining experience smoother if wheelchair access is noted on the reservation. It’ll allow Vermilion to have the ramp ready and reserve the most comfortable table available.
- Closed on Mondays
- Offers weekend brunch and happy hour
Things to Do
Escape Room Live Alexandria
814 King St 2nd floor, Alexandria, VA 22314 | escaperoomlive.com
- All games are wheelchair accessible
Arlington
Ambar – Clarendon
2901 Wilsons Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201 | ambarrestaurant.com
Balkan cuisine, regional spirits
- Has an elevator that takes you from the main dining room to the speakeasy in the basement
- Has unlimited brunch, lunch, and dinner menu options
Los Tios Grill
513 23rd St S, Arlington, VA 22202 | lostiosgrill.com/arlington
Tex-Mex and Salvadoran dishes
Lyon Hall
3100 Washington Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201 | lyonhallarlington.com
French-German brasserie
- Let them know by leaving a note on your reservation using Open Table or before your arrival so they can accommodate
- Offers weekend brunch and happy hour
Nicecream *
2831 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201 | nicecream.com/
Ice cream made with liquid nitrogen
- Call ahead for wheelchair assistance so an employee can open and hold the door
- Read my review about Nicecream here.
Open Road Rosslyn
1201 Wilson Blvd Suite 213, Arlington, VA 22209 | openroadgrill.com
American bar and grill
- It is best to let Open Road Rosslyn know in advance about any needs or requirements by including them in the restaurant notes when making a reservation. This helps the restaurant make sure that guests have a table that meets their needs.
- Doors are accessible.
- The elevators can take you into Open Road if you come through the main Wilson Blvd entrance
RASA
2200 Crystal Dr Suite F, Arlington, VA 22202 | rasa.co
Indian fine fast casual
Salt
1201 Wilson Blvd g113, Arlington, VA 22209 | saltrosslyn.comBar
- It is best to let Salt know in advance about any needs or requirements by including them in the restaurant notes when making a reservation. This helps the restaurant make sure that guests have a table that meets their needs.
- Doors are accessible.
- The elevators can take you into Salt if you come through the main Wilson Blvd entrance
The Salt Line
4040 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203 | thesaltline.com
Oyster bar
- It would be great to note the need for wheelchair access in the reservation notes so the staff can reserve a non-booth table instead
- Has wheelchair-accessible bathroom stalls in both restrooms
- There is an elevator that goes down to the parking garage beneath the restaurant.
- Happy hour: Monday through Friday 4 pm – 6 pm
- Offers weekend brunch 11 am – 3 pm
Spice Kraft Indian Bistro
1135 N Highland St, Arlington, VA 22201 | spicekraftva.com
Indian cuisine
Ted’s Bulletin
4238 Wilson Blvd #1130 [level 1], Arlington, VA 22203 | tedsbulletin.com
American cuisine; all-day breakfast
Ashburn
Ted’s Bulletin
20416 Exchange St, Ashburn, VA 20147 | tedsbulletin.com
American cuisine; all-day breakfast
Burke
Roaming Rooster *
6417 Shiplett Blvd, Burke, VA 22015 | roamingroosterdc.com
Fried chicken sandwiches; salads
- Staff is always ready to assist and accommodate customers
- Black-owned
- Also serves breakfast
Chantilly
Roaming Rooster *
14394 Chantilly Crossing Ln, Chantilly, VA 20151 | roamingroosterdc.com
Fried chicken sandwiches; salads
- Staff is always ready to assist and accommodate customers
- Black-owned
- Also serves breakfast
Fairfax
Alta Strada – Mosaic
2911 District Ave, Unit 150, Fairfax, VA 22031 | altastradarestaurant.com
Italian cuisine
- Arrangements are requested but not required
- Open for dinner every day
- Offers happy hour daily from 4 pm to 6 pm
- Offers weekend brunch 11 am to 3 pm
RASA
2905 District Ave #160, Fairfax, VA 22031 | rasa.co
Indian fine fast casual
Ted’s Bulletin
2911 District Ave., Unit 160, Fairfax, VA 22031 | tedsbulletin.com
American cuisine; all-day breakfast
Falls Church
Open Road
8100 Lee Hwy, Falls Church, VA 22042 | openroadgrill.com/location/merrifield/
American bar and grill
- You do not have to let Open Road know ahead of time about needing wheelchair access, but it helps the staff make sure the guest dines in the best possible area.
- Guests who need wheelchair access can be hosted in the dining room or the patio.
- Accessible parking spots are in the front. They also have accessible bathroom stalls.
TRIO Grill
8100 Lee Hwy, Falls Church, VA 22042 | triomerrifield.com
- You do not have to let TRIO Grill know ahead of time about needing wheelchair access, but it helps the staff make sure the guest dines in the best possible area.
- Guests who need wheelchair access can be hosted in the dining room or the patio.
- Accessible parking spots are in the front. They also have accessible bathroom stalls.
- Sister restaurant to Open Road
Herndon
Aslin Beer Company
767 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20170 | aslinbeer.com
Brewery
- The rooftop is not accessible, but the rest of the space is.
- Taproom hours: Sun-Thurs 11 am to 10 pm and Fri-Sat 11 am to 11 pm
- Izzi is the house kitchen that serves pizza, burgers, salads, and sandwiches.
Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano
728 Pine St, Herndon, VA 20170 | zeffirelliva.com
Tuscan-Italian cuisine
- Open for lunch Monday – Friday; open for dinner Sunday – Saturday
- The only wheelchair-accessible entrance is through the back door where Zeffirelli’s parking lot is. The restaurant suggests calling them (703-318-7000) from the parking lot to open the door in the back.
- The building is over 100 years old, so the main door has high stairs.
Leesburg
Los Tios Grill | Leesburg
201 Harrison St SE, Leesburg, VA 20175 | lostiosgrill.com
Tex-Mex and Salvadoran dishes
Reston
Barcelona Wine Bar
12023 Town Square St, Reston, VA 20190 | barcelonawinebar.com/location/reston/
Spanish small plates and wine
- Offers happy hour, brunch, and dinner
- Only accepts credit and debit cards (cashless)
The Capital Burger
11853 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190 | thecapitalburger.com/locations/va/reston/reston-va
Luxe burgers and spiked shakes
- Also serves breakfast
Founding Farmers Reston Station
1904 Reston Metro Plaza, Reston, VA 20190 | wearefoundingfarmers.com/location/reston/
Farm-to-table; American cuisine
- If you have any access concerns or needs in dining, you can make a note when making your online reservation, contact us in advance of your reservation using the form above, or let us know when you arrive
Ted’s Bulletin
11948 Market St, Reston, VA 20190 | tedsbulletin.com
American cuisine; all-day breakfast
Tysons Corner
Founding Farmers Tysons
1800 Tysons Blvd, Tysons, VA 22102 (Tysons Galleria, Floor 1)
wearefoundingfarmers.com/location/tysons/
Farm-to-table; American cuisine
- If you have any access concerns or needs in dining, you can make a note when making your online reservation, contact us in advance of your reservation using the form above, or let us know when you arrive
Roaming Rooster *
1500 Cornerside Blvd Suite E, Tysons, VA 22182 | roamingroosterdc.com
Fried chicken sandwiches, salads
- Staff is always ready to assist and accommodate customers
- Black-owned
- Also serves breakfast
- Free 2-hour parking available
Vienna
Akai Tori Ramen & Yakitori *
234 Maple Ave E, Vienna, VA 22180 | akaitorivienna.com
Japanese cuisine
- Closed on Mondays
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