16 Best Date Spots in Capitol Hill, Washington, DC
The most date-worthy restaurants, bars, and experiences in Capitol Hill, Washington, DC.
Low Pressure First Date in Capitol Hill
Low Pressure First Date
Editorial 8.2
Ted's Bulletin
Retro diner with pop-tarts and milkshakes
Low Pressure First Date
Editorial 7.5
Good Stuff Eatery
Spike Mendelsohn burgers
Low Pressure First Date
Editorial 7.3
We The Pizza
Casual pizza by Spike Mendelsohn
Low Pressure First Date
Editorial 7.2
Ambar
Balkan food you've never tried = instant conversation about flavors
Laid-back atmosphere with incredible small plates. The novelty of the cuisine gives you natural conversation flow.
Low Pressure First Date
Editorial 7.1
Stellina Pizzeria
Great pizza in a neighborhood spot means you can relax
Casual and approachable. Good pizza, cold beer, and a relaxed Hill crowd. Keeps things light.
Quiet & Intimate in Capitol Hill
Quiet & Intimate
Editorial 9.4
Pineapple and Pearls
2-Michelin-star tasting menu
Quiet & Intimate
Editorial 9.3
Rose's Luxury
Delicious food with a "we're just vibing" atmosphere
Small plates mean you're not locked into a 90-minute entree situation. Lively, fun, and the kind of place where people laugh a lot.
Quiet & Intimate
Editorial 8.9
Little Pearl
Sister to Pineapple and Pearls
Quiet & Intimate
Editorial 8.4
The Red Hen
Italian comfort food that feels fancy without being pretentious
Warm, intimate lighting with exceptional pasta and wine. Shows you care about quality but aren't trying too hard.
Activity Date in Capitol Hill
Activity Date
Editorial 8.6
Bad Axe Throwing
Nothing says 'second date' like mutual property damage
Coaches handle the scary part so you can focus on looking mildly competent. BYOB lets you correct for nerves.
Activity Date
Editorial 7.3
Hill Center Cooking Class
Pasta-making is a personality test disguised as dinner
Smaller and less polished than CulinAerie which makes it somehow more fun. You'll eat later than you think.
Activity Date
Editorial 7.0
Eastern Market
Saturday flea market + food vendors