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Can't-Miss Food Experiences In and Around DC's Union Market



From grab-and-go dishes to elegant, sit-down dining, take your pick of 50+ food vendors, restaurants and stalls under one historic roof

restaurants and food stalls have transformed a mid-century produce warehouse into one of DC's most quintessential feasting grounds. The building anchors the neighborhood's food scene with over 50 food vendors and laid-back eateries, where you can pick up fresh cheese and meat, stop in for a dessert, snag a seat at a sushi or ramen counter, take something to-go and settle in at an outdoor picnic table. For a slower pace, the full-service restaurants are perfect for lingering and people-watching in this lively historic space.

Discover more food and drink throughout the NoMa & Union Market neighborhood. 

01

A jammin’-worthy sammy and a loaded drink at Buffalo & Bergen

Lox'd and Loaded bloody mary at Buffalo and Bergen - Where to eat and drink at DC's Union Market food hall

Yep, that’s a Bob Marley reference and yep, the sandwiches at  JAM. Try the mountain shiksa, packed with homemade lox, maple pecan cream cheese cheese and bacon; this dynamo is served up on an egg bagel (or knish, if you prefer). Looking for a choice beverage? Try the Lox’d and Loaded, a spicy bloody mary garnished with an everything bagel featuring lox, cream cheese, capers and red onion. Bro.

02

Try a poke bowl at The District Fishwife

Poke bowl at The District Fishwife in Union Market - The best food at DC's Union Market

The seafood party continues with , a 440-square-foot fish market owned and operated by a husband and wife team. The Fishwife offers both fresh fish and prepared meals, and the poke bowl is one of its most oft-praised of the latter. The Hawaiian fish is prepared with a spicy version and a more traditional version teaming up with warm rice, seaweed salad, ginger and carrot for a flavor explosion.

03

Enjoy a different kind of taco at TaKorean

TaKorean - Places to Eat at Union Market - 365Թϲ, DC

Asian-style tacos? Sign us up. started as a food truck and is now a Union Market favorite. Korean-style proteins (including beef, chicken, pork and tofu) and a soft-corn tortilla make up your base, unless you want to roll with a slaw or rice bowl. Topping options are mouthwatering, including cool lime crema, Sriracha chili sauce and salsa roja. TaKorean also does TaKo Tuesday, when you can get their creations for just two bucks each.

04

Discover inventive sushi at O-Ku

Sushi at O-Ku near Union Market in NoMa - Where to get sushi in 365Թϲ, DC

Located just down the street,  (“Oak” in Japanese) wants you to get excited about sushi. While you’ll be able to enjoy traditional dishes nigiri, this hot spot rethinks what sushi can be with the creations like the Tasmanian king salmon with golden tomato confit. The restaurant’s robata grill also churns out wagyu skirt steak and chicken yakatori.

05

Dig in to all the meats at St. Anselm

Steak from St. Anselm - Stephen Starr restaurant near Union Market in 365Թϲ, DC

Former Top Chef finalist Marjorie Meek-Bradley has formed a dynamic team with restaurateur Stephen Starr (of  fame) to bring Union Market-goers the finest grilled dishes at . This sleek, 7,000 square-foot hot spot can be found just across the street. Start your meal off right with grilled oysters dressed in smoked herb butter or clams before choosing any number of grilled meats (think: ribeyes, flat irons, New York strips).

06

Get Creole’d at Puddin'

Shrimp po' boy from Puddin' at Union Market - The best food at Union Market food hall in DC

Spark the Southern in your palate with a visit to , which is known for churning out some of the best shrimp ‘n' grits in the District. Owner/chef Toyin Alli started out as a street food vendor at Eastern Market, but her “divine comfort food” is now served through the Union Market location, two food trucks and other local markets. Beyond the S’N’G, Alli whips up amazing takes on chicken ‘n' beef sausage gumbo, po’ boy sandwiches and another crowd favorite, Brown Butter Bourbon Bread Puddin'.

07

Say hello to the weekend with a bagel from Neopol Savory Smokery

Smoked salmon bagel from Neopol Savory Smokery - Food vendors at DC's Union Market

A trip to is a great idea any time, as the shop offers gourmet foods, including artisanal smoked salmon and outstanding bagels. We’re getting hungry just listing the choices: smoked salmon with cream cheese, tomato, capers and red onion; smoked whitefish salad with artisan greens, tomato and red onion; smoked bacon and tomato with cream cheese and red onion; we’d go on, but we imagine you’ve set a calendar appointment in your phone already.

08

Take in up to six dazzling courses at Masseria

@masseriadc - Seafood from Masseria in NoMa - Michelin-starred restaurant near Union Market in 365Թϲ, DC

Chef Nicholas Stefanelli’s award-winning Italian restaurant presents one of the city’s . With an menu consisting of four to six courses, each plate is equipped with loads of Italian flavor and pristine culinary style. Stefanelli’s menu guides you along the Italian coast, showcasing classic pastas, seafood and rare meat dishes like rabbit and squab. You’re in for an adventure.

09

Rock a lobster taco or fried oysters at Bidwell

Oysters from Bidwell at Union Market - Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand restaurant in 365Թϲ, DC

 is a Southern-inspired home run of a restaurant, dealing in comfort food with more dazzle than you’d come to expect. The restaurant, which grows most of its produce on the market's rooftop, makes for a great value option in DC. A lobster taco, served with avocado-tomatillo salsa, is a fantastic shareable dish to kick off a meal, as are the crispy fried oysters with green chile buttermilk dressing. Of course, you can also get your comfort from herb-roasted half chicken or grilled hanger steak.

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