The Ford’s Theatre campus will be closed on May 21 and June 3, 2012.
The campus includes the museum, theatre, Petersen House and Center for Education and Leadership.
Preferred Restaurants
There are a number of wonderful restaurants and hotels near Ford’s Theatre to suit every taste and budget.
As a benefit of membership at Ford’s Theatre, you will receive a copy of our annual dining and merchant guide. It is full of valuable discounts to many of the local restaurants listed on this page.
Click here to learn more about membership at Ford’s Theatre.

901 New York Avenue Northwest
Washington D.C., DC 20001-4410
(202) 408-8848
Acadiana is a contemporary interpretation of a Louisiana Fish House. Menu items represent the bounty of Louisiana, with the finest in seafood and premium meats.
906 F St NW, Washington, DC
202-347-4575
Just steps from Ford's Theatre, visit Amorini Panini to enjoy individually crafted Paninis that use the finest meats & cheeses sliced daily and grilled to perfection on artisan sliced Sourdough or Multigrain Wheat bread. A modern feel with historic roots, Amorini Panini offers a comfortable, quick & delicious experience at a great value. The grills are fired up and ready to serve The Panini...Done Right.
Accepts all major credit cards
915 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
(202) 629-4355
Located just around the block from Ford’s Theatre, Asia Nine serves lunch and dinner, as well as a late-night brunch. This Nuevo Asian cuisine combines elements of traditional Japanese, Thai, Chinese and Vietnamese, just to name a few. Enjoy our signature entrees or sit back and indulge in our extensive sake menu, sushi bar, bar and lounge. For an exclusive coupon for Ford’s Theatre patrons, click here
Accepts reservations; online at www.asianine.com or www.opentable.com.
Accepts AMEX, MasterCard, VISA.
518 10th St. NW, Washington DC
(202) 393-5444
Bistro d'oc is a casual French restaurant located across the street from Ford's Theatre.
Accepts all major credit cards
401 9th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
(202) 393-1300
Just around the corner from Ford’s Theatre, The Caucus Room is the perfect pre- or post- theatre dining experience. The Caucus Room offers validated self-parking after 5p.m. for $6 per car at the 401 9th Street garage for Ford's Theatre ticketholders. The garage is located to the right of The Caucus Room's entrance on D Street NW, between 9th and 8th streets. Additionally, Ford's Theatre Society Members receive 10% off dinner entrees. The Caucus Room has been called “a monument to fine dining” and “a veritable who’s who of politics, business, and dining in D.C.” Enjoy savory hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood flown in daily, and a selection of fine wines. Six private dining rooms are available for meetings/events up to 300 people. Open Mon.- Fri. for lunch from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Open Mon. - Sun. for dinner from 5:30 p.m. to close. For information on private dining, click here. For reservations, click here.
Accepts AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
701 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
(202) 393-3983
This elegant Latin-inspired restaurant in the heart of the nation's capital has been sizzling since it opened in September 2003. The name "Ceiba" pays tribute to the imposing umbrella-shaped tree found throughout the new-world tropics, and the menu is contemporary Latin American, specifically Yucatan (Vera Cruz and Cancun), Brazilian (Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro), Peruvian and Cuban. Sprawling over the first two rooms of the restaurant, an alluring new lounge features tropical designs in natural hues of pale greens, earthy browns and warm beige and mixes dining and entertaining with cocktails and savory appetizers any time you like.
Accepts American Express, Optima, MasterCard, Visa, Diner's Club, Carte Blanche, Discover and Passion Food Hospitality Gift Certificates.
427 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
Nominated for Best New Restaurant 2012, Elisir offers a unique and creative multi course tasting menu nightly, highlighting Enzo Fargione’s creativity and constant search for taste, presentation and concept. The restaurant also offers a very detailed a la carte menu which changes seasonally and is complimented by a wonderful wine selection.
Chef Enzo Fargione, voted by Esquire Magazine "One of 4 Top Chef's in the US to Watch".
Elisir Restaurant invites you to enjoy lunch, dinner or small courses in the lounge. Enjoy the culinary journey your way!
900 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
(202)783-5454
Fresh, handcrafted beer and premium made-from-scratch food.all served up in a friendly and fun atmosphere - that's what the Gordon Biersch experience is all about! We proudly serve a wide variety of American-style cuisine featuring bold, international flavors, our innovative menu has something for everyone. Our commitment to produce only the highest-quality and freshest products is also evident in the beer that we serve brewed on-premise. Conveniently located only 1 block from Ford's Theatre. Open daily 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and late night on weekends. All major credits accepted.
999 E Street NW, Washington DC, 20004
(202) 628-6583
Located in our nation’s capital, Hard Rock Cafe opened its doors on January 1, 1990, and has been creating raving fans ever since! Conveniently located next to Ford’s Theatre and the FBI building and just a short walk from Metro Center, The White House, Capitol Hill and the Smithsonian Museums, Hard Rock Cafe is a perfect stop on your sightseeing adventure. Complete your tour of the city with an authentic rock-n-roll dining experience. Visit the Rock Shop, where you'll find everything from edgy new rock-n-roll garb and hot accessories to traditional favorites.
Accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover
1110 Vermont Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 386-9200
LINCOLN Restaurant opened in Washington, DC in April, 2011 with the mission to pay tribute to one of out country’s greatest presidents. LINCOLN features a seasonal menu that showcases simplistic market fresh dishes by Chef Demetrio Zavala crafted from fresh ingredients supplied by local farmers, daily seafood catches by local fisherman, and artisanal meat from ranchers around the region. LINCOLN also features on of the city’s most distinctive and fresh bar programs completely around the restaurants artistic concept. LINCOLN Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Monday – Friday, Dinner on Saturday and Sunday Brunch.
Credit Cards Accepted
Mastercard, American Express, Visa, Discover, Diner’s Club













