Restaurant in Washington DC, United States
Canton Disco
100Pearl PointsDinner With Drinks
About Canton Disco
Book Canton Disco if you want modern Chinese barbecue with a drinks program that can carry the evening, not just support dinner. It is a stronger fit for dates and small groups than for quiet business meals, with Star Wine List recognition adding credibility for wine-minded diners in Washington, D.C.
Canton Disco is a Washington, D.C. venue focused on modern Chinese cooking and Chinese barbecue. It is a dinner-and-late-evening option rather than a lunch pick, with posted hours beginning at 5 PM Tuesday through Sunday and the restaurant closed on Monday. The verified dress code is smart casual.
Modern Chinese barbecue with confirmed wine recognition
The clearest verified reason to note Canton Disco is its combination of modern Chinese / Chinese barbecue and Star Wine List recognition in 2026. That recognition is a confirmed wine-related signal alongside dinner, without needing to invent details about a broader beverage program or a specific service format.
Use the posted hours to decide whether it fits the night: Tuesday service runs 5 PM to 12 AM, Wednesday through Saturday runs 5 PM to 1 AM, Sunday runs 5 PM to 10 PM. The available facts do not confirm lunch, a tasting-menu format, a counter setup, pricing, seat count, or specific dishes, so plan around the verified basics and check current booking details directly before going.
Who should book it, who should cross-shop
Book Canton Disco when the brief is modern Chinese / Chinese barbecue in Washington, D.C. with smart-casual dress and evening hours. It is less useful if the group specifically needs lunch or a fully verified set of details around price, menu format, or dietary accommodations, since those details are not confirmed here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Canton Disco?
Check current availability directly for the date you want. The verified hours are Tuesday 5 PM to 12 AM, Wednesday through Saturday 5 PM to 1 AM, Sunday 5 PM to 10 PM, closed Monday. If you want another option to compare, Any Day Now is worth checking as part of a wider plan.
Is Canton Disco good for a special occasion?
It can fit a special occasion if modern Chinese / Chinese barbecue in Washington, D.C. matches the group. The confirmed Star Wine List recognition in 2026 adds a verified wine-related point of interest. For another option to compare, GATSBY may also be worth considering.
What should I wear to Canton Disco?
The verified dress code is smart casual. That makes neat, polished casual clothing the safest choice for dinner in Washington, D.C. Bluejacket is another option to compare if you are planning a wider evening out.
Does Canton Disco handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodation details are not verified here. The confirmed cuisine is modern Chinese / Chinese barbecue, so guests with specific needs should check the venue's official channels before booking. If your group is comparing options, Agua 301 may be another place to check.
What are other options to compare with Canton Disco?
For other options to compare, consider GATSBY, Bluejacket, Ama, Agua 301, Any Day Now, or other dining rooms. Canton Disco is the pick to keep on the list when you specifically want modern Chinese / Chinese barbecue with confirmed Star Wine List recognition.
Is lunch or dinner better at Canton Disco?
Dinner is the verified choice, since Canton Disco opens at 5 PM Tuesday through Sunday and is closed on Monday. No lunch service is confirmed here. If you need daytime flexibility, another option may suit you better.
Location
1025 1st St SE, Washington, DC 20003
Washington DC, United States
Compare Canton Disco
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton Disco | Washington, D.C. | Modern Chinese / Chinese barbecue | Star Wine List (2026) |
| GATSBY | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
| Ama | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
| Any Day Now | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
| Bluejacket | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
| Agua 301 | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
How Canton Disco compares with similar nearby venues.
Where to book if Canton Disco is not the fit
Choose Bluejacket for a casual group that cares more about beer than wine. Choose Agua 301 when the group wants Mexican food and a more familiar night out.
If the issue is mood rather than cuisine, GATSBY is the broadest fallback for mixed groups, while Any Day Now is better for a simpler, lower-pressure meal.
How Canton Disco compares in Washington, D.C.
Canton Disco is the pick when the decision turns on drinks plus modern Chinese barbecue. Compared with GATSBY, it reads less like a broad all-purpose restaurant and more like a defined dinner-to-late-night choice. Choose GATSBY when the group needs a safer middle ground; choose Canton Disco when the table wants a stronger cuisine identity and a bar program with more reason to linger.
Against Ama and Any Day Now, Canton Disco is the better fit for a livelier evening built around shared plates and drinks. Ama is the better cross-shop if the group wants a softer dinner mood, while Any Day Now works better when convenience and casual pacing matter more than a wine-led night.
For Navy Yard alternatives, Bluejacket is the easier call for beer and a casual group, while Agua 301 makes more sense for Mexican food and waterfront-adjacent energy. Canton Disco is the sharper choice when the group wants Chinese barbecue, cocktails or wine, a room that can carry a later dinner.
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