Restaurants located within walking distance to DC museums

Metropolitian Washington Restaurant Week, January 2026

There are restaurants located within easy walking distance of museums in the city of the District of Columbia (Washington D.C.) making them ideal choices for a museum day. This year's Winter Restaurant Week is scheduled for Monday, January 19, 2026, to Sunday, January 25, 2026 . Discover DC Restaurant Week

Often the Restaurant Week period is extended for a week or two. For a limited window, restaurants create curated prix-fixe menus that highlight signature dishes. It’s a chance to experience food choices at approachable prices, all while supporting local eateries and the people behind them.

If you are exploring museums in Penn Quarter or near the White House, there are two possibilities to choose from: China Chilcano or Immigrant Food — White House, both featured in Restaurant Week.

Restaurant Nearby Attractions Distance Lunch Cost: $25 Dinner Cost: $40
China Chilcano
418 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004 		Planet Word Museum
National Building Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
 0.7
0.7
0.6 		$25 $40
Immigrant Food — White House
1701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20006 		Renwick Gallery (of Smithsonian American Art Museum)
The People’s House
The National Children's Museum 		0.5
0.9
0.4 		$25 $40

The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington is promoting Restaurant Week, highlighting participating local restaurants and special dining experiences across the region.

Restaurant Week 2026 Details

Dates: January 19–25, 2026

Menu Pricing:

  • Brunch & Lunch: $25 or $35 per person
  • Dinner: $40, $55, or $65 per person

Offerings: Restaurants will offer multi-course menus for indoor dining, and many may also provide takeout options and optional cocktail or wine pairings.

Reservations: Reservations are highly recommended and can be made through platforms like OpenTable, Resy, or directly with the restaurants. Menus and participating locations can vary, so it is best to check directly with the restaurant for details.

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