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The Wharf DC
Waterfront and Harbor or Marina
Southwest - Waterfront, Washington
This waterfront is famous for their seafood. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Captain Whites is the best!"(7 Tips)
"Get some fresh crabs and steam them at the wharf for free!"(11 Tips)
"Great seafood and views."(4 Tips)
"great and fresh sea food !"(2 Tips)
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Blue crabs are great in the fall...full and sweet. Note:the maryland crabbing season ends the end of November. Then crabs have to be shipped in from the Carolinas, Florida etc. That = higher prices.Upvoted Sep 22
If you want fresh and tasty crabs. Go to Jessie's boat where the raw fish sits directly to the right of the main entrance. Then take them across the way to have them steamed there for 18 minutes.- Moris GhettodcAugust 16, 2018great and fresh sea food ! parking is a little bit of a problem
Upvoted Sep 1 
Nice destination to go for a stroll. Great views with cozy feeling cobblestone sidewalks. Save money by taking public transportation or ride-share. Parking is expensive!
Walk to the end of the dock and check out the view of the harbor with the monument in the background.
Pui Hong AngApril 8, 2016Get here for some excellent seafood in the shabbiest setting possible before it is gone to development.
Kels C.July 21, 2019Gorgeous place to go for a stroll, shop, eat or just chill by the water and listen to the music.
Fresh raw fish of all kinds. Construction going on all around,but they are open !
Captain White'a is everything with the best prices for quality seafood and the friendliest staff!
- Parking which was always a challenge is much worse as construction has reduced the number of spaces and they are controlling access to the lot. Beware and forewarned.
Avrielle SuleimanJuly 2, 2011Free yoga and YaLa fitness classes every Saturday morning at 9! They are so much fun! Classes outside are the best!
Njoud FahadNovember 18, 2018It’s still in phase 1 but the place is so lively, good for hangouts , food choices are limited and below average
Haywood TurnipseedApril 22, 2011Capt. White's Delights! Get the shrimp platter; & the tilapia is bangin'.
- Linda Reaves-BeckettApril 4, 2015We always choose Captain Whites for a better selection of crabs & price *****.
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The Wharf is a waterfront neighborhood, home to residents, businesses, hotels, music venues, 50+ shops & restaurants, and many festivals, events, and concerts.
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- Mon–Sun
- 24 Hours
(202) 688-3590
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- 9.1
"Great venue and awesome service from the people who work there. They even offers vegan options like this vegan chili dog at their concession stands! Your sure to have an amazing concert experience"
Mini Taster - 6.9
"The pot pie is great. You will have some left to take home. Irish music upstairs is a added plus."
heidi long - 6.3
"Amazing chicken wings and yummy crab sliders. Great vibe for chilling with nice views."
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