Lunch on Capitol Hill may be many things –  business, pleasure, or simply a quick grab and go between meetings, but with so many options in walking distance, lunch on the hill never has to be boring. The heart of DC has a bounty of restaurants and this short list features a selection of light fare and simple healthy eats that share a sense of community. Check out our breakfast and dinner lists as well – as most of these dining spots cross over.

Sweet Green

221 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington DC 20003
202.547.9338

Sweet Green strives to connect real people to real food with a menu healthy salads and bowls. They serve up wholesome, simple and accessible choices seven days a week. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options are available.  Choose from their diverse menu or create your own mix.  Sweet Green’s convenient Capitol Hill location is across from the Library of Congress and they are sprouting up all over the DC Metro Area including including Dupont Circle, Foggy Bottom, Bethesda, Ballston, and Reston VA. Sweet Green makes it easy to order online, pick up, or eat in.

Le Bon Cafe

210 2nd Street SE, Washington DC

Le Bon Café has been a cozy neighborhood favorite for over 20 years. Located just two blocks from the Capitol South Metro Station, this locally owned cafe and coffee bar features Parisian sandwiches, homemade soups and quiches, salads, and fresh baked pastries. Le Bon Café is a quaint and delightful choice for lunch with a friend.

A Baked Joint

440 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001

Head north of the hill to find A Baked Joint. We added them to our lunch selections due to their stand out hand baked breads that make every sandwich a star. In addition to a dozen not-so-everyday daily breads including seeded wheat, country sourdough, and polenta, you will find specialty options like Quinoa-Tumeric, Kalamata Olive Rosemary, and Chocolate Cherry Sourdough and soon you’ll be picking up a loaf to go just like a local. A Baked Joint offers “simple food done well” and you can count on fresh, local ingredients and healthy options. In addition to a gourmet sandwich menu, they offer breakfast fare, soups, and pizza. Their sister coffee shop Baked & Wired, is highly recommended for your next stop in Georgetown.

Burrito Brothers of Capitol Hill

205 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington DC 20003

Burritos Brothers is a tiny spot conveniently located next to the Library of Congress. They serve up Burritos, Tacos and Quesadillas with your choice of ingredients. Super quick and easy take out make Burrito Brothers popular for workers on the go for lunch or dinner. Great value, food, and service make their Pennsylvania Ave stand up shop neighborhood favorite.

Good Stuff Eatery

303 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington DC 20003

Good Stuff Eatery‘s Capitol Hill restaurant opened in 2008 with a mission to share delicious food created with locally sourced farm fresh ingredients. In a short time, their signature farmhouse burgers and hand-cut fries became a favorite for DC locals – including the Obama family (check out the Prez Obama Burger and Michelle Melt). The Good Stuff Eatery menu includes vegetarian selections and hand spun shakes. The grab and go option is easy as can be with convenient curb side pick up at their popular Pennsylvania Avenue location. Good Stuff has expanded beyond the hill to Georgetown, Reagan International Airport, and beyond, check their website for details.

We The Pizza

305 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington DC 20003

We The Pizza is the owned by the same farm fresh focused family as Good Stuff Eatery right next door. This locally owned specialty pizza restaurant is just steps from the Capitol Building and offers curbside pickup and delivery. This popular Pennsylvania Avenue location is open seven days a week from 11am-11pm. Grab a slice to go, sit down for a family pie, or order up a few dozen for your next event on Capitol Hill. Please the people with a menu of delicious options at We The Pizza.

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