Washington, DC’s vibrant food scene is stepping up for the community and bringing the spooky season excitement.
Immediate Support for Federal Workers
The local food community continues to showcase its generosity during challenging times. The acclaimed team at 2Fifty Texas BBQ is actively partnering with José Andrés’s World Central Kitchen to provide essential free warm meals to furloughed federal workers and their families. This crucial federal shutdown support effort began on Monday, October 27th, and is operating at Canal Park in Navy Yard, a centralized location for those in need. Getting a nourishing meal should be one less worry for our neighbors during this period!
Unforgettable Spooky Season Events
For a truly opulent and mysterious evening, the Two-MICHELIN-starred restaurant Jônt is hosting a high-stakes MURDER at the MASQUERADE dinner on Halloween night, October 31st. Guests can try to solve a gripping mystery while indulging in an intense, multi-course meal at the chef’s counter, complete with wine pairings. This DC fine dining experience promises a dramatic and elevated night out.
Gothic Vibes and Festive Parties
For those craving an underground atmosphere, The Dabney Cellar is shifting its aesthetic to a captivating gothic, seance-y theme, offering specialty cocktails and new dishes tailored for the haunted season. Meanwhile, the event space above Lapis, part of The Popal Group, will transform into “The Adams (Morgan) Family” soiree on October 31st, featuring a lively DJ, creatively themed cocktails from their area restaurants, and a highly anticipated Costume Contest. This is the ultimate DC Halloween party destination!
Holiday Celebrations for All Ages
Outside the immediate District, The Falls is inviting all costumed patrons to enjoy happy hour all night long, while children dressed up can receive half-priced kids’ meals. Additionally, for a cultural celebration of remembrance, all three locations of Mi Vida (The Wharf, 14th Street, and Penn Quarter) are hosting vibrant, weekend-long Día de los Muertos DC events from October 31 to November 2. Offerings range from hand-made tamales and a face painter at The Wharf to trivia and a special menu featuring pozole de hongos at Penn Quarter.
