Declaration is right near Nats Park and has a wide-ranging menu and a daily Happy Hour so it’s perfect for a group dinner or brunch before a game.

This new location of All Purpose in the Navy Yard is serving pizza and Italian appetizers on the water, and is a quick walk to Nats Park.

Mayahuel is a Mexican restaurant in Woodley Park that’s ideal for big groups, with pitchers of margaritas and plenty of sharable dishes.

If you need a pre-game move before a show at the 9:30 Club, Satellite Room has your back. Try with a big group or a date.

If you’re looking for a dance floor around U Street, try The Brixton. And head to the rooftop when you need a break.

For karaoke needs in DC, head to Muzette in Adams Morgan.

When you’re more concerned about having a good time than eating authentic Mexican food, head to El Centro D.F. in Georgetown.

Momofuku’s big, loud space and Korean fried chicken make it a fun spot for a group dinner in CenterCity.

Try Black Jack for a casual pre-going out group dinner on 14th Street. We endorse the bucket of fried chicken.

Lupo Verde does reliable Italian in an old brick townhouse right off 14th Street.

Lyon Hall can solve most of your eating dilemmas in Arlington. The German food and multiple levels work for a date, group drink, or catch-up dinner.

If you're looking for a place to start or end a big night in Shaw, the Hong Kong-style food at Tiger Fork is an excellent option.

Federalist Pig in Adams Morgan is serving some of the best barbecue in town.

Dacha is a beer garden in Shaw and one of our favorite places to spend an afternoon day drinking.

Hill Country is a DC barbecue VIP, and it’s conveniently located in Penn Quarter.

A meal at Green Pig Bistro will be meat heavy and very good. Bring a big group and sit at the communal table.