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    Agua 301

    301 Water St SE, Washington, DC 20003, USA
    • Spaces for 125 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    Ismail and Betul Uslu are the owners of Agora DC and Agora Tysons, which are both family-owned and operated. Ismail worked tirelessly for three years, devoting his time and energy to improving every aspect of Agora. In 2008, he made the decision to take a leap of faith and purchase the entire company, Agora DC. As of 2016, Betul had decided to leave her banking career to devote her full attention to her roles at Agora DC and Agora Tysons. Betul specializes in private events, whereas Ismail is more focused on restaurant operations and bringing the essence and soul of the places he works by bringing his Turkish culture and hospitality to the United States and Canada. Ismet Sahin, the Executive Chef, was born and raised in Marmaris, Turkey, and he introduces us to the country's diverse cuisine and gastronomy. Ismet Chef hails from the same region of Turkey as Ismail Uslu, and the energy at Agora is a perfect match for their personalities and styles. He began his career at Agora DC and, as his career progressed, he assumed responsibility for both Agora's DC and Tysons. Ismet's various ventures in Turkey, including his work with chefs at five-star hotels, have added a great deal of flavor to Agora and expanded the variety of food options available. In the heart of the bustling Dupont Circle neighborhood, Agora D.C., a family-owned Mediterranean Mezze Restaurant, offers aromatic elements and textures inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Turkey, blended with flavors from Greece and Lebanon. Executive Chef Ismet Sahin, a native of southern Turkey, focuses on delivering the familiarity of traditional Turkish cuisine with a modern twist inspired by seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and international spices, according to the chef. The restaurant also serves a complimentary, award-winning selection of local and Mediterranean wines and beers, as well as handcrafted cocktails such as the Lion's Milk, which is a special drink made with the beloved Turkish spirit, Raki. Take a seat at our table with your friends, family, or significant other for a dining experience that will transport you to the heart of the Mediterranean.

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    HQO Events

    1385 Canal St SE, Washington, DC 20003, USA
    • Spaces for 250 Guests
    • 1 Event Space

    EVENTS AT HQO Make your next event a one-of-a-kind experience by hosting it in the new DC Water headquarters in Navy Yard. There are breathtaking vistas of the Anacostia River from every one of our event rooms. The building, which is LEED Platinum+ certified, is constructed of undulating glass and lies on the brink of the river. When you reach the top of our building, you will be rewarded with a panoramic view. Please complete the contact form below if you would like to schedule a tour or receive additional information. The rotunda is reached through a 13270 square foot lobby that runs around the whole structure. The open entryway's walls describe the space's one-of-a-kind design on the inside. It is a wonderful space for receptions, happy hour gatherings, dancing, and brief performances in the rotunda. It has the capacity to hold up to 200 people. HQO was designed to be built around an existing pump station, giving it its distinctive shape. Throughout the foyer, there are various cut-outs that lead to the pumping station. Who We Are and What We Do We are a 501(c)(3) organization that was established by DC Water in November 2016. Our goal is to alleviate the burden on DC Water ratepayers through selling the company's products and technologies, resulting in income generation and expense reductions. What We Do is as follows: Blue Drop is DC Water's all-purpose arm for generating revenue from sources other than ratepayers. We manage projects and client relationships to ensure that DC Water's investments in facilities, processes, and intellectual property are maximized to the greatest extent possible. Our most popular programs are as follows: Marketing and selling are two different things. Bloom is a Class A biosolids facility operated by DC Water. In charge of the venue rentals at HQO, DC Water's headquarters facility. In charge of marketing Pipe Sleuth, DC Water's revolutionary artificial intelligence-based tool for classifying and scoring sewer pipe issues.

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    The Caucus Room Brasserie & Boveda

    2350 M St NW, Washington, DC 20037, USA
    • Spaces for 50-75 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    The stunning Caucus Room Brasserie & Boveda provided the perfect setting for a spectacular wedding reception. Each of these restaurants, all of which are located in Washington DC, is an excellent choice. Your guests will be able to enjoy celebrated cuisine prepared by the Executive Chef in both locations.. You and your guests will also be treated to a selection of fine wines and spirits that have been carefully chosen to complement each course. An impeccable level of service and warm hospitality ensure a flawless wedding experience. The Brasserie is a bright and airy space with large windows and high ceilings that is open and traditional in design. Marble accents add a special touch to a space, making it feel more luxurious. Boveda is a cozy space with lounge seating, brightly colored decor, and dim lighting, perfect for a romantic evening out. Each elegant venue creates the perfect setting for a one-of-a-kind and unforgettable wedding reception. Enjoy The Caucus Room Brasserie & Boveda for the perfect amount of privacy in the midst of all the action. Enjoy delectable cuisine while dancing the night away with your new husband or wife.

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    Fogo de Chão Washington DC

    1101 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
    • Spaces for 260 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    THE ADVANTAGES OF A GROUP AND PRIVATE DINING INCENTIVE PROGRAM Our National Account clients are rewarded when they reach a certain level of success. DYNAMIC AV OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN-HOUSE Our Private Dining Rooms are equipped with dedicated, hard-lined internet connections that provide speeds that are more than sufficient for high-definition streaming of your next webinar or seminar session. Our 60" HDTVs, standard tripod screens, LCD projectors, microphones, and speakers will allow you to easily access the most frequently requested equipment in the most convenient location. SPACE THAT IS FLEXIBLE Our beautiful private dining rooms, semi-private spaces, and public spaces can all be customized to meet your specific requirements and requirements. We also provide complete restaurant buy-outs; please contact us for more information. MULTI-LINGUAL At each location, a number of different languages are spoken. We hope that our multi-cultural environment will make your international guests feel more comfortable and at ease. INDIVIDUALLY DESIGNED PACKAGES Our packages can make purchasing decisions for you easier by including a variety of options for a single price. We can meet or exceed your budget thanks to the tremendous value we incorporate into the package, while your guests enjoy everything we have to offer. ONE POINT OF CONTACT FOR EVERYONE It is as simple as picking up the phone or sending an email to begin the process. Your Sales Manager is available to answer questions and assist you in planning your upcoming meeting, party, or special event. Contact him or her today. INDUSTRY FOR MEETINGS AND TRAVEL Meeting planners and travel partners can take advantage of our global expertise as well as our incentive pricing packages to benefit their events. Give us a call to learn more about your next international or domestic group excursion. SPECIAL DINING REQUIREMENTS Customers will be delighted by our extensive menu which includes many choices for those who are vegan, vegetarian, or gluten free.

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    Georgia Brown's

    950 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
    • Spaces for 130-160 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    Southern hospitality at its finest. Low country cuisine at its best. Seafood at the height of freshness and dishes with flavors pulled from regional culture and history. This is the essence of Georgia Brown’s. Whether you are hosting a milestone birthday, a formal business sit down, a relaxed baby shower, or any other type of special event, Georgia Brown offers areas of their inviting and intimate main dining room for up to 35 guests. Georgia Brown's is also available for full rentals for private functions of up to 130 on Saturday afternoons and various other times. Special menus are available from which you can select, or should you prefer, Georgia Brown's Chef will work with you to create a Chef’s Menu for you and your guests.

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    Denson Liquor Bar

    600 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA

    Denson is available for purchase in either its entirety or in portions. Our bar, booths, and high tops are the ideal setting for any special occasion. Our knowledgeable staff can assist you in developing and implementing the vision for your next event. This real liquor bar offers a pleasant respite from the stresses of the modern world above it. Expect traditional cocktails to be the core of the bar's offerings, as well as a focused spirits list that includes both favorites and new discoveries. Various delicacies, including oysters and shrimp cocktail, light and hearty nibbles, and dessert, are available in the kitchen to accommodate whatever your evening may bring. We accept and encourage reservations for all of our booths and barstools, with the remaining space available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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    Proper 21

    international Office Building, 1319 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
    • Spaces for 100-200 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    Executive Chef Steve Forbes has placed a gourmet touch on All-American staples at Proper 21, which is located at 1319 F Street NW. Proper 21 is a restaurant-forward sporting club located at 1319 F Street NW. Proper 21 is the company's third site in the United States. A modern aesthetic and New York-style atmosphere are maintained in the space, as was the case with the Manhattan locations, which have been dubbed "Tom Ford meets Thomas Edison." The restaurant offers state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment for sporting events, business functions, nightlife, and other events, among other things. A modern aesthetic and New York-style atmosphere are maintained in the space, as was the case with the Manhattan locations, which have been dubbed "Tom Ford meets Thomas Edison." The restaurant offers state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment for sporting events, business functions, nightlife, and other occasions.

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    Decades

    1219 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA

    It is possible to hold a wedding reception at The Crowne Plaza Crystal City, which is a hotel in the greater Washington, DC area. Featuring classic details such as geometric wallpaper and chandeliers with shades, this venue's ballroom provides a sophisticated city environment for your special day. This contemporary hotel in Northern Virginia is approximately a seven-minute drive from Arlington National Cemetery, making it an excellent choice for couples. Infrastructure and Capacity At the Crowne Plaza Crystal City, couples can invite up to 180 guests to celebrate their wedding with them. The Alexandria Ballroom and the Arlington Room are the two primary event spaces of the site. The Alexandria Ballroom can accommodate up to 1,000 guests. Modern lighting and wallpaper are used in these spaces, which are designed in a modest but fascinating manner. With a variety of lighting options ranging from intense to subtle, couples and guests may easily transition from dinner to dancing the night away. In addition, the illumination can be adjusted to suit additional lighting given by the pair. Guests will be greeted with soft carpeting in these rooms, the largest of which can be divided into smaller salons to better accommodate the needs of the wedding party for the ceremony, reception, or other function. This may include hosting a wedding shower or engagement party at the hotel, among other activities. Services that are provided Couples can take use of a variety of amenities provided by the employees at this wedding venue to make them feel like guests at their own wedding. These services are as follows: Accommodations Cake\sCleanup Event planning Rentals for events Lighting/sound\sParking\sSetup Shuttle Cuisine Couples are welcome to bring their own wedding cake from an outside vendor, and chefs will make menu items for the remaining courses of the meal during the reception. In order to cater a wedding reception or other occasion, chefs can make dishes in both American and southern styles. Accommodation Couples and guests can rest their heads after the wedding day celebrations in nice rooms located only upstairs from the celebration. Guests will like the modern bathroom amenities, as well as the coffee makers and small refrigerators, as well as the contemporary decor. Visitors can relax or work in the facility, which encourages them to make a long weekend out of their visit for a couple's wedding. Various Other Services The Crowne Plaza Crystal City provides wedding event products for couples to use at their wedding receptions and receptions. These products include options such as the ones listed below: Audio-visual equipment Centerpieces Chair covers are available. Chairs Decorations for the dance floor Drapery\sLighting\sTables

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    Hill Country Barbecue Market DC

    410 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
    • Spaces for 350-600 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    Instead of stuffy corporate event spaces and fussy formal dining rooms, treat yourself to a fun, down-home, authentic slice of Texas right in the heart of Downtown Washington, D.C. Hill Country, with its long sharing tables and electric, fun atmosphere, is a relaxed alternative to stuffy corporate event spaces and fussy formal dining rooms in the city. In order to accommodate large groups, Hill Country offers a variety of service styles, ranging from seated banquets, buffets with carving stations, and family-style meals, to cocktail receptions with stationary and passed hors d'oeuvres, among others. Events of all kinds are our specialty, including corporate holiday parties, charity fundraisers, weddings, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, and other celebrations of any kind. Performing live music in the Hill Country has become legendary. If you choose to have live music at your event, the Director of Hill Country Live will assist you in selecting the most appropriate act. We provide full-service catering as well as drop-off catering services to meet your needs. Recreating the Hill Country experience in your own home or venue (or even your own backyard)! Besides providing delicious barbecue, sides, and desserts, our team will collaborate closely with you to plan and coordinate every aspect of your gathering. We'll be there with our warm and gracious team to ensure that everything goes off without a hitch! MAKE AN APPLICATION FOR BARBECUE. Keep it simple and allow our team to assist you in planning your big day! Wedding showers, bachelorette parties, rehearsal dinners, and wedding receptions are some of our favorite events to plan.. We can host at Hill Country, or if you've found the perfect venue elsewhere and want fun, delicious food, we love to travel and will bring the barbecue to you.

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    Cities Restaurant & Lounge

    1909 K St NW, Washington, DC 20006, USA
    • Spaces for 175 Guests
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    Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

    806 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
    • Spaces for 350 Guests
    • 1 Convention Center

    GET-TOGETHERS AND CELEBRATIONS Consider the scene: you're raising a glass of champagne to toast the guests at your elegant event in our breathtaking Paris Ballroom. Our floor-to-ceiling windows, crystal chandeliers, natural lighting, and private entrance will make your stay even more enjoyable. Every aspect of your meeting, wedding, or social event will be a rousing success thanks to the outstanding facilities at our venue. In addition to our ballroom, we have five flexible multi-purpose spaces, each named after a famous Parisian landmark: Bastille, Concorde, Madeleine, Montmartre, and St. Germain, where you can serve your guests a spectacular meal featuring classic French cuisine favorites from our Opaline Bar and Brasserie, which is located on the ground floor. Greetings and best wishes! We also have sophisticated rooms and luxury suites in the heart of downtown Washington, DC, which are ideal for those who want to be close to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, among other attractions. Special Offer for a Limited Time: At small meetings, big things can happen. Exclusive benefits are available if you book and host your meeting by September 30, 2021. The possibility of big things happening at your next event is now more accessible to you. Accor hotels throughout North America are offering exclusive benefits for every meeting you book for 2021 before September 30, 2021. These benefits include the following: Attrition is permissible up to 30 days before the start of the trip. Cancellations that are flexible Double *ALL Meeting Planner Reward Points are included. EVERYONE Gets Along Well. Learn more about how ALL Meet Well is ensuring the safety of your guests. ALL-IN-ONE Meeting Organizer. Every time you organize an event with ALL Meeting Planner, you earn points toward your next event. You're not a member, are you? Now is the time to join. * This offer is only valid for new reservations at participating hotels in North America; existing reservations will not be honored. It is necessary to mention the offer at the time of booking. This promotion or offer is not valid in conjunction with citywide bookings, previously quoted, booked, or held meetings, or with any other promotion or offer, whether online or in person. This offer is only valid for bookings made by September 30, 2021 that include a minimum of 10 rooms on a peak night and that are actualized by December 31, 2021 in order to be eligible for this discount. All reservations are subject to the terms and conditions established by the hotel. Availability is subject to change. There may be blackout dates in effect. * A complimentary two-night stay gift certificate will be provided to guests staying at participating sbe brand hotels in place of the Double ALL Meeting Planner Rewards program. The gift certificate for a two-night stay must be used by the group if they have booked a minimum of 20 room nights.

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    La Bise

    800 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20006, USA
    • Spaces for 100-150 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    As soon as guests walk through the door of La Bise, they will feel the energy, as they will be able to see and hear the kitchen activity from the bar. There are comfortable stools to encourage lingering in this lively hub of the restaurant, which has the best vantage point for watching the chefs in action. Each of the two dining rooms will have its own distinct style to showcase. One of the dining rooms will have a reflective mirrored wall that will catch the light. It is planned to use a bold striped fabric design on the banquettes in this dining room, which will complement the salmon-colored wallpaper that will be used to decorate the entire room. It will have deep tufted banquettes and custom murals of Paris, which will elicit memories of this romantic city when you walk into the second dining room. There are three private dining rooms, a bar, and a patio available. Up to 150 guests can be accommodated for a cocktail reception and 100 guests can be served dinner in the entire facility. The Main Dining Room has seating for up to 60 people and can accommodate up to 80 people for a standing reception. The Right Bank can accommodate up to 36 guests seated and up to 50 guests standing. With seating for 15 guests, the Curtain Room is the ideal venue for a small gathering.

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    Succotash Restaurant Penn Quarter DC

    915 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
    • Spaces for 400 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    Classic Southern favorites are viewed from a progressive perspective. Chef Edward Lee, a James Beard Award-winning chef, brings his Korean roots and Southern repertoire to a soulful Southern menu that is sure to please. Whether you're planning a wedding, a birthday party, a cocktail party, or a business presentation, KNEAD Hospitality + Design can handle it all. Private and semi-private spaces, as well as customized menus ranging from passed-hors-d'oeuvre receptions to customized family style and prix fixe dinner menus, are all available at our restaurants. Room layouts include dramatic historic interiors with soaring ceilings inside a century-old bank, spectacular waterfront balconies and dining rooms overlooking the Potomac, a private underground fireplace hideaway, and the option to take over an entire restaurant with 400 of your closest friends and family members. We have a variety of options to suit your personal style and financial constraints. In order to create a memorable experience for any occasion, our Events team is available to assist you right away.

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    BlackRock Center for the Arts

    12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD 20874, USA
    • Spaces for 208-210 Guests
    • 1 Theater

    BlackRock Center for the Arts is the leading venue for performing and visual arts in Upper Montgomery County, Maryland, situated in the Germantown Town Center — a community recognized as among the most diverse unincorporated cities in the country. Spread across more than 30,000 square feet, the facility brings together professional theaters, art galleries, a rooftop terrace, and expansive common areas under one roof, making it a natural choice for everything from intimate gatherings to large-scale cultural events and corporate meetings. The MainStage Theater seats up to 208 guests across two levels with full lighting, sound, and projection capabilities. The BlackBox Theater offers an open-concept layout that adapts from elegant ballroom to energetic dance hall configurations. The Kay Gallery adds a light-filled, vaulted-ceiling option for standing receptions, while the Grand Lobby — with its floor-to-ceiling windows, grand staircase, and mosaic floor — provides a dramatic prefunction or reception setting. An airy Rooftop Terrace rounds out the options for receptions, showers, and meetings. Rental packages include the space, tables, chairs, black linens, a dedicated event manager, and technical support where needed. Outside catering from licensed vendors is welcome, and the venue accommodates flexible scheduling from early morning through late night.

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    Royal Sonesta Washington DC, Dupont Circle

    2121 P St NW, Washington, DC 20037, USA
    • Spaces for 150-200 Guests
    • 1 Hotel
    • 1 Ballroom

    When traveling to the nation's capital, whether on business or for pleasure, the Royal Sonesta Washington DC provides a dynamic experience for all of your senses. Our contemporary Dupont Circle boutique hotel puts you just steps away from renowned historic and cultural landmarks, as well as local farmers' markets, enticing shops, and lively bars and nightlife spots. Providing you with the opportunity to live like a local during your visit by immersing yourself in neighborhood life. In addition to our 335 tastefully appointed guest rooms and specialty suites, we offer 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and thoughtfully designed social spaces to help you get back to business. Its state-of-the-art meeting spaces feature a contemporary chic design, while its exceptional leisure amenities provide easy access to the city's countless cultural attractions. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC is located in the nation's capital. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC is the ideal setting for the perfect day, and it is here that your lifetime of memories will begin. To create the wedding of your dreams, exceptional spaces and extraordinary culinary offerings are brought together in one place. Offering 335 generously appointed rooms and suites overlooking the picturesque P Street, event spaces that dazzle, and a dedicated catering staff to plan every detail, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC is the pinnacle of modern refinement and sophistication in the Dupont Circle neighborhood. Weddings at the Royal Sonesta in Washington, DC, are occasions to remember. Allow us to assist you in planning your special day or next celebration! Please contact us if you would like to schedule a tour or for additional information.

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    Boqueria DC: Dupont Circle

    1837 M St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
    • Spaces for 108-150 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    Guests at Boqueria's Penn Quarter location have access to a fully private dining room, a semi-private dining loft, and full buyout options for a variety of events and occasions. Alternatively, the elevated dining loft, which connects the open kitchen and dining space to create a cozy, intimate setting while providing a front-row seat to all of the action in the restaurant and bar, is the ideal location for intimate celebrations and corporate functions. Private dining rooms overlooking the bustling bar area and full buyouts for private events are available at our flagship DC location. The space is an ideal setting for intimate seated dinners, cocktail receptions, and group celebrations, and we also offer a variety of semi-private and private group dining options. The central bar serves as a focal point for the space, transporting you to the bustling tapas bars of Barcelona during your visit. Grab an apron and a glass of wine, and join us as we prepare authentic Spanish recipes with the help of our expert chefs and other Iberophiles! You'll find it simple with our live online cooking classes, which include tools and premium shelf-stable ingredients that will guide you through every step of the recipe. Bring your questions about the recipes, Spain, and the Boqueria market to the class. Sit back and relax as your Boqueria host takes you on a journey through Spain through imagery, maps, and stories, all while your culinary creation is cooking. Shipping is available throughout the United States. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a private class for 20 or more people, please email classes@boqueriarestaurant.com.

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    Albi

    1346 4th St SE, Washington, DC 20003, USA
    • Spaces for 100 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    Albi is the chef/owner Michael Rafidi's first solo restaurant venture in New York City. Esquire and Robb Report Magazines named Chef Rafidi as the Best New Restaurant in 2020, drawing inspiration from his family's Palestinian roots and bringing to the table an experience that melds the ancient tradition of the region's coal-fired cuisine with local, seasonal ingredients and a refined culinary acumen. With the help of Wine Director William Simons, the restaurant offers an eclectic, international wine program that is anchored by offerings from countries throughout the eastern Mediterranean, including Palestine, Lebanon, and Turkey. The wine list, which is constantly evolving, includes categories such as Savory Whites and Smoky Reds - all of which have been selected to complement Chef Rafidi's menus. Albi, a restaurant in Washington, D.C.'s Navy Yard neighborhood, is owned and operated by Michael Rafidi, who is also the chef. A creative update to traditional Arabic cuisine, using Modern techniques and the best ingredients the Mid-Atlantic has to offer, the menus are offered at the restaurant. His Palestinian ancestors and his grandmother's cooking served as inspiration for this piece. Rafidi spent a countless number of years cooking everything but Arabic food all over the country until he decided to open Albi in 2017. Rafidi was named Eater DC's Chef of the Year in 2017 and was a finalist for the RAMMY Award for Rising Star Chef at the 2018 RAMMY Awards, which were presented by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington. Rafidi spent six years working alongside Michael Mina as executive chef of the acclaimed French restaurant RN74 in San Francisco, as well as the Mina Group's corporate chef, before making his mark on the District's restaurant scene. He assisted the culinary management of the group's multinational properties and was instrumental in the opening of eight of those concepts in his capacity as a consultant. Rafidi grew up in Maryland and has worked at a number of well-regarded East Coast establishments, including the Blue Duck Tavern in Washington, D.C., and Talula's Garden in Philadelphia. His stage time at chef René Redzepi's internationally acclaimed Noma restaurant in Copenhagen, Denmark, helped to develop his appreciation for foraging and other culinary techniques from around the world, which he later applied to his own cooking.

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    The Bullpen

    1201 Half St SE, Washington, DC 20003, USA
    • Spaces for 2,000 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor

    The Bullpen continues to serve as the primary gathering place for Nationals fans. As the most sought-after attraction for thousands of fans before, during, and after home games and special events, it benefits from its prime location just a few steps outside of Nats Park in the Navy Yard neighborhood. In addition to live music, cold beers on tap, food trucks on the grounds, and free admission, The Bullpen is the best place to unwind before a baseball game for both baseball fans and locals. It's also the site of Truckeroo, an award-winning food truck festival that brings together the best of the city's food trucks under one roof. The Bullpen, DC's largest and most beloved outdoor venue, is the perfect place to toast the love of the game. Many local DC events, such as concerts, movie nights, local festivals, and other gatherings, take place at the Bullpen every year. Concerts, corporate happy hours, game day gatherings, and other festive celebrations are all possible at this venue! The Bullpen's expansive outdoor venue comfortably accommodates groups ranging in size from 50 to 2,000 people. Are you interested in hosting a gathering? To book an event, simply click on the "Book an Event" button below.

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    Central Michel Richard

    1001 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC 20004, USA
    • Spaces for 16-250 Guests
    • 3 Restaurants

    You are cordially invited to join our staff for the Sweet Hope Dessert Reception, which is being held as a tribute to the event's founder, Chef Michel Richard. Chef Michel's pastry creations will be available in an array of sweets, cookies, and tarts, as well as contributing pastries from Lebanese Taverna and Bastille Brasserie. Champagne will be available for purchase. There will be festive holiday music performed by a jazz trio, as well as a charming balloon artist, to keep the kids entertained. All proceeds go to St Jude Children's Research Hospital. It is necessary to show proof of vaccination. According to DC regulations, masks must be worn whenever one is not eating or drinking. Central embodies a vivacious, casual sophistication... that certain something special. Our newly updated, beautiful interior space is the perfect setting for entertaining your guests with menus created by some of the world's most emulated and respected chefs. For everything from birthdays, anniversaries, and weddings to corporate events and holiday celebrations, we have several options for hosting small or large gatherings of people. THE PRIMARY DINING ROOM When you have a large guest list, our spacious, open main dining room is the perfect venue. It can accommodate up to 120 seated guests and 250 for standing receptions. SEMI-PRIVATE SPACE IS AVAILABLE. Our semi-private area, which seats up to 22 people and has a spectacular view of Central's bustling open kitchen, is the perfect place to get a front row seat to all the action. 11TH STREET BAR + LOUNGE is a bar and lounge located on 11th Street in downtown Los Angeles. With cocktail tables and bar seating for 20, the Bar + Lounge, which features our spectacular wine display, is ready to host everything from happy hours to birthday parties. THE MICHEL RICHARD SECOND FLOOR ROOM In order to provide a more personal and intimate experience, Central offers a private dining room tucked away next to the kitchen, where a world-class team of chefs prepares customized menus that are paired with the best wines from the sommelier's selection. It is intended to accommodate small groups of up to 16 people..

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    State Plaza Hotel

    2117 E St NW, Washington, DC 20037, USA
    • Spaces for 200 Guests
    • 1 Hotel
    • 1 Ballroom

    The State Plaza Hotel, located on a tree-lined street in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood, provides a refined urban hideaway in the financial center, just steps away from the national memorials. Beautiful art deco design and residence-inspired rooms and suites make you feel like you're staying in a high-end city apartment. State Plaza is the ideal hotel for business travelers, with modern conference space for parties of up to 100 people. Choose from one of our large rooms or one of our suites with fully furnished kitchens and beautifully designed living and dining areas for your cosmopolitan home away from home in DC. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi or hold a meeting in our versatile event and banquet area. Our Foggy Bottom hotel is just two blocks from the National Mall and close to Capitol Hill, the K Street commercial corridor, federal buildings, and international company headquarters. The Lincoln Memorial, the White House, and the Kennedy Center are all within a few blocks of our hotel. Explore the Smithsonian Institute by walking to the Foggy Bottom Metro station. Enjoy American bistro cuisine and local cuisines at our Garden Café after a day of business meetings. Join us for Happy Hour or dine on our outside patio with views of the city. Washington, DC Meeting Venues that are Sophisticated and High-Tech At our sophisticated meeting venues, you may have successful meetings and corporate events. The State Plaza Hotel, located between George Washington University and the White House, offers 1,600 square feet of exquisite, newly remodeled conference space.