District Bites
Located in the heart of Gallery Place-Chinatown within the District E complex, District Bites is a high-energy dining and entertainment hub that serves as the ultimate gameday and esports destination. Recently refreshed for the 2025-26 season, the venue features an upgraded culinary program and exclusive fan activations designed to elevate the pre-game experience for Wizards and Capitals fans alike.
⨠Vibe
An electric, high-octane atmosphere where industrial-chic design meets the cutting edge of esports and live entertainment.
đ¸ Best For
Pre-game gameday drinks, esports enthusiasts, lively happy hours, Detroit-style pizza fans, high-energy group outings.
đĨ Highlights
- Refreshed Culinary Lineup: Indulge in a newly debuted menu featuring signature Detroit-style pizzas, hand-made desserts, and the fan-favorite "Chix N Stix" wings.
- Immersive Entertainment: As the dining heart of District E, guests can enjoy live DJ sets, professional esports tournaments, and massive screens broadcasting the biggest games in the DMV.
- Expert Mixology: The bar is known for its high-impact specialty cocktails and "get-drunk-intentions" drinks, paired with a popular happy hour that offers incredible value on burgers and wings.
âšī¸ Need to Know
- Check the schedule for special "Fan Activations" during Washington Wizards home games for exclusive gameday perks and experiences.
- Take advantage of early happy hour pricing to snag high-top seating before the arena crowds arrive.
đ Weekly Events
đ Food Truck Park: Mid-Week & Friday Service
Visit the park for a variety of cuisines from trucks like DC SteakHolders, Liz's Cocina, and Chai Nashta.
đ Food Truck Park: Saturday Service
Full day of food truck options including Salvadoran, Honduran, Pakistani, and Indian street food.
đ Food Truck Park: Sunday Service
Weekend food truck gathering featuring signature cheesesteaks, pupusas, and more.
đ° In the News
Wizards Announce 2025-26 Home Opener Activations
District Bites highlights new culinary offerings and fan activations at Capital One Arena for the Washington Wizards' 2025-26 season. The venue features a refreshed menu and specialized gameday experiences introduced to enhance the fan experience during home games.
District E Powered by Ticketmaster Announces Summer Event Programming
District Bites is the full-service bar and restaurant located within District E in Washington, D.C., featuring a menu of Detroit-style pizza, hand-made desserts, and specialty drinks. Situated in Gallery Place, the eatery serves as a dining hub for the venue's diverse programming, which includes esports tournaments, live music, and community events.
Recent Reviews from Google
"So you forgot to make a reservation at Clyde's, and this is what you were left with." Located just across the hall from the entry to Capital One Arena, this is your last chance to before you are a...
This spot has potential to be good but the service was awful. Our server took forever to take our order and kept saying she'd be over to take our order but then forgot us. Our reservation was at 530pm...
Cool spot, good food, and great drinks. Very nice experience, and the bartender/server Katrina aka Trina was amazing! Good service, great convo, and even better drinks. She made her drinks with get...
It was a by chance that I took a trip to this spot because the original plan was for the movies, but My wait time led Me here. At first glance and listen it seemed like somewhere I needed to be....
Great place right next to the caps center. Food was tasty. Great happy hour menu. Will go again
