Mission - Navy Yard
Category: Taco Bars, Mexican, Sports Bars
Neighborhood: Navy Yard
Price:
Address: 1221 Van St SE, Washington, DC 20003, United States
✨ Vibe
A massive and energetic multi-level Tex-Mex powerhouse that blends industrial-modern style with a high-octane atmosphere perfect for sports fans and party-goers alike.
🍸 Best For
Nationals Park pre-gaming, large-scale corporate events, late-night dancing with DJs, daily happy hour, and festive weekend brunch.
🔥 Highlights
- Architectural Grandeur: The venue features four distinct bars, including a record-breaking 150-foot bar on the second level and a stunning two-story atrium with breezy outdoor balconies.
- Elevated Tex-Mex: From signature shrimp tacos and potato empanadas to loaded sheet pan nachos, the kitchen serves up crowd-pleasing favorites with excellent vegan-friendly options.
- Elite Event Hosting: Renowned for its professional hospitality staff and versatile floor plans, it is a premier destination for everything from alumni gatherings to large-scale wedding after-parties.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Happy Hour is a neighborhood staple, offered daily from 4 PM to 6 PM, including weekends and game days.
- On Friday and Saturday nights, the restaurant transforms into a nightlife hub with some of the city’s best DJs performing after the dinner service ends.
🔄 Weekly Events
Football Game Watches 🏈
Catch the game at DC's largest bar with a dedicated football menu.
Late Night DJs 🎧
Some of the city's best DJs keep things going strong following dinner and game watches.
Taco Tuesday 🌮
Special menu offerings focused on delicious Tex-Mex tacos.
Weekend Brunch 🥂
Enjoy a vibrant brunch featuring specialty items like Birria Breakfast Sandwiches, Tomatillo Chilaquiles, and Brunch-ified quesadillas.
Happy Hour
A vibrant happy hour scene featuring fresh-made margaritas and 16 draft lines, available even on weekends and game days.
📰 In the News
Tacos, Touchdowns & Electro-Lime: Inside Mission Navy Yard with Kidd O’Shea
Mission Navy Yard is a premier sports bar and restaurant in Washington, D.C., located near Nationals Park that serves as a major hub for college and professional football fans. The venue features a menu of signature Mexican-inspired dishes, such as specialty tacos and loaded sheet pan nachos, paired with a variety of craft cocktails and non-alcoholic beverage options.
Welcome to Magaland: a night on the town in Trump’s new Washington
Mission - Navy Yard serves as a prominent gathering spot for young administration staffers and displaced federal employees in Washington, D.C.'s riverside district. Managing director Charlie Idol emphasizes the Mexican restaurant's bipartisan appeal, noting that the venue continues to flourish as a popular destination for margaritas regardless of the shifting political climate.
The Navy Yard business initiative that’s taking on crime
Mission - Navy Yard, as part of the Mission Group, spearheaded a safety initiative in partnership with the Capitol Riverfront BID to hire off-duty police patrols and enhance lighting in the surrounding neighborhood. The efforts include a shared communication platform for local businesses and improved security measures aimed at protecting guests and staff during nightlife hours.
Navy Yard getting big, beach-themed bar and restaurant
Mission - Navy Yard is a Tex-Mex restaurant opened in 2018 by the Mission Group, which established a strong presence in the neighborhood prior to opening the beach-themed Royal Palm Social Club. The venue is part of a portfolio of popular D.C. establishments owned by Fritz Brogan and Reed Landry, including the original Mission in Dupont Circle.
Drinkers Are Delighted With Mission Navy Yard As a Pregame Spot
Mission - Navy Yard is a massive two-story Mexican restaurant located near Nationals Park featuring four bars, including one of the city's longest, and sixteen draft lines. Customers praise the spacious industrial-modern design, quick drink service, and diverse seating options like private rooms and balconies that make it a popular pregame and event destination.
Recent Reviews from Google
We held an after-party at Mission and the staff there, Charlie, in particular, were all extremely helpful. They were great about communicating via email and greeted us as we arrived & then escorted us...
I recently visited Mission Navy Yard and had an enjoyable experience. The restaurant has a lively, energetic vibe. Great for groups too, as the upstairs is huge. They also have a balcony seating The...
Ashley and Mia were wonderful! I'm vegan and not too many places by the ballpark have good food that can meet my dietary restrictions. Mission served it up! Delicious food! Margaritas were...
I recently hosted a group of about 70 people at Mission Navy Yard, and everything went perfectly! The space was ideal; we were on the second floor, and our group was spread across three different...
I was very impressed with Aroon during my visit. The day was calm, but he kept everything under control with excellent professionalism. You could see his attention to detail and the organized way he...
