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National Mall and Federal Triangle in Washington

Things to Do in National Mall and Federal Triangle, Washington

The National Mall and Federal Triangle features 10 significant city and federal office buildings, part of the Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site, with many constructed in the 1930s. Key streets include 15th Street NW and Constitution Avenue NW, which frame this historic area.

The National Mall and Federal Triangle features 10 significant city and federal office buildings, part of the Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site, with many constructed in the 1930s. Key streets include 15th Street NW and Constitution Avenue NW, which frame this historic area.

  • Shelly's Back RoomBar
  • JackpotCocktail Bar
  • Old Ebbitt GrillAmerican
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Top things to do in National Mall and Federal Triangle

Where to eat & drink in National Mall and Federal Triangle

  • Shelly's Back Room in National Mall and Federal Triangle, Washington

    Shelly's Back Room

    4.5 · 2.0k
    Bar· $20–80

    Cigar connoisseurs puff away in this clubby lounge featuring humidors & a lengthy whiskey list.

  • Jackpot in National Mall and Federal Triangle, Washington

    Jackpot

    4.5 · 781
    Cocktail Bar· $10–20

    No-frills, low-lit subterranean bar with kitschy knickknacks, DC-themed cocktails & whiskey.

    Mon–Thu
    4 PM – 2 AM
    Fri
    4 PM – 3 AM
    Sat
    4 PM – 3 AM
    Sun
    4 PM – 2 AM
  • Old Ebbitt Grill in National Mall and Federal Triangle, Washington

    Old Ebbitt Grill

    4.6 · 20.3k
    American· $20–80

    historic restaurant and bar in Washington, D.C.

    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 2 AM
    Sat
    9 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    9 AM – 2 AM
  • OLIO E PIÙ in National Mall and Federal Triangle, Washington

    OLIO E PIÙ

    4.7 · 3.0k
    Italian· $50–100

    A contemporary Italian trattoria that offers a true sense of Italian liveliness.

    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Fri
    11 AM – 1 AM
    Sat
    10 AM – 1 AM
    Sun
    10 AM – 12 AM
  • Quadrant Bar & Lounge in National Mall and Federal Triangle, Washington

    Quadrant Bar & Lounge

    4.4 · 403
    Lounge· $100+

    Chic Ritz-Carlton bar/lounge with fireplace serving American menu, cocktails, cider on tap & more.

    Mon
    7 AM – 11 PM
    Tue–Thu
    6:30 AM – 11 PM
    Fri
    6:30 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    7 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    7 AM – 11 PM
  • Zeke's Coffee of DC - Downtown in National Mall and Federal Triangle, Washington

    Zeke's Coffee of DC - Downtown

    4.6 · 426
    Coffee Shop· $1–10

    A local coffee roaster with multiple DC locations, specializing in organic and fair trade coffee.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 3 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 3 PM
  • GCDC Grilled Cheese Bar

    4.4 · 2.1k
    American· $10–20

    Contemporary eatery dishing up grilled cheese sandwiches plus fried fare & charcuterie.

    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 3 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 3 PM

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Map of National Mall and Federal Triangle with pinned top attractions (1 through 8)
  1. 1Shelly's Back Room
  2. 2Jackpot
  3. 3Old Ebbitt Grill
  4. 4OLIO E PIÙ
  5. 5Quadrant Bar & Lounge
  6. 6JF Books
  7. 7Zeke's Coffee of DC - Downtown
  8. 8GCDC Grilled Cheese Bar

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