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    Station 4

    Southwest Waterfront, Washington DC

    Restaurant in Washington DC, United States

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    The Read

    Price

    $30–50per person

    Dress

    Casual

    Why go

    Station 4 is a practical Southwest D.C. choice for easy dinners, casual celebrations, and group plans where booking friction matters. It is better as a dependable neighborhood meal than a destination splurge, with earlier timing better for conversation and later weekend meals better for energy.

    About Station 4

    Should you book Station 4 in Washington, D.C.? It can be a practical option when the plan needs a casual setting and broad operating hours. The restaurant has a casual dress code and daily hours that run from late morning or mid-morning into the evening, with later closing times on Friday and Saturday.

    The clearest reason to choose it is scheduling flexibility. Station 4 is open Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 12 AM, Saturday from 10:30 AM to 12 AM, and Sunday from 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM. Treat it as an easy-planning choice rather than a venue defined by a specific cuisine, chef, price point, menu format, or accolade.

    A better fit for easy plans than destination dining

    Station 4 works well when the decision is mostly logistical: the group needs a Washington, D.C. restaurant with casual dress and hours that cover daytime, dinner, and later weekend plans. Specific claims about menu style, service format, seating, or special-occasion polish should be checked directly with the restaurant before you make plans.

    For readers comparing broader city options, start with our full Washington, D.C. restaurants guide. If the night is turning into a wider plan, the city guides for bars, hotels, experiences, and wineries are better for building the rest of the evening.

    Know Before You Go

    • Good for: Casual plans where Washington, D.C. location, simple dress expectations, and broad hours matter.
    • Booking difficulty: Check directly with Station 4 for reservations or current availability.
    • Timing move: Use the posted hours as the planning anchor: later options are available Friday and Saturday.
    • Service details: Check directly with the restaurant for current policies.
    • Decision check: Book if casual dress and flexible hours are the priority. Cross-shop if you need a specific cuisine, menu format, price point, or specific occasion style.
    The takeThe description emphasizes a tasting-menu approach and a fine-dining register, so Station 4 is best experienced as a dinner destination and a spot for marked occasions. It reads like a place to reserve for a thoughtful evening—date nights, celebrations, or any outing where the sequencing of dishes and the kitchen’s point of view are central to the meal. Because the piece frames the restaurant alongside higher-tier neighborhood peers, it also suits diners who want to sample contemporary American cooking that aims for critical seriousness rather than quick, casual service.
    Venue detailsWheelchair Accessible
    Know before you goBefore you book
    Also considerAlternatives
    Restaurant contextWashington DC, United States

    Planning details

    Location
    1101 4th St SW, Washington, DC 20024
    Reservations
    Book on OpenTable
    Website
    station4dc.com
    Phone
    +12024880987
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    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    Station 4 reads as a contemporary American fine-dining entry rooted in the Southwest Waterfront’s recent culinary recalibration. The profile in the copy situates the restaurant among a generation of destination openings that arrive on neighborhood momentum rather than convention traffic, and the discussion of tasting-menu sequencing signals a kitchen that cares about progression and craft. That framing produces a sophisticated, elegant feel: a room that aligns serious cooking with modern presentation. While the write-up acknowledges the neighborhood’s youthful energy and development, Station 4 is presented as part of a more deliberate, critically minded dining moment rather than a purely casual hangout.

    Best For

    The description emphasizes a tasting-menu approach and a fine-dining register, so Station 4 is best experienced as a dinner destination and a spot for marked occasions. It reads like a place to reserve for a thoughtful evening—date nights, celebrations, or any outing where the sequencing of dishes and the kitchen’s point of view are central to the meal. Because the piece frames the restaurant alongside higher-tier neighborhood peers, it also suits diners who want to sample contemporary American cooking that aims for critical seriousness rather than quick, casual service.

    Ordering Tips

    The text highlights the importance of how the kitchen sequences a meal, so seek out the tasting progression if it’s available; the write-up explicitly points to the tasting-menu mindset as a revealing expression of the kitchen. When ordering a la carte, lean on the room’s signature highlights—Braised Short Rib, Crab-Stuffed Salmon and the Die-Hard Burger are called out as standouts—so include one of those dishes to anchor the meal. Ask your server about the current sequence and any tasting options, since the restaurant’s intent is to show how dishes build on one another.

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Swanky vibes with a lively atmosphere, perfect for happy hours, brunches, and family gatherings in a modern bistro setting.

    Tags

    Vibe

    LivelyModernTrendy

    Best For

    BrunchHappy HourGroup Dining

    Experience

    Open KitchenTerrace

    Accessibility

    Wheelchair Accessible

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Casual
    Noise Level
    Lively
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Standard
    Capacity
    Medium
    Kitchen
    Modern
    Menu Format
    A la carte, Small plates
    Wine Program
    Curated
    Drinks Focus
    Cocktails
    Dietary
    Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
    Private Dining
    Available
    Outdoor Seating
    Yes

    Signature Dishes

    • Braised Short Rib
    • Crab-Stuffed Salmon
    • Die-Hard Burger
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    1101 4th St SW, Washington, DC 20024
    Planning details

    Location

    1101 4th St SW, Washington, DC 20024 · Directions

    +12024880987

    station4dc.com

    Book on OpenTable

    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • Momo, Notable alternative
    • Makers Union, Notable alternative
    • Fish Shop, Notable alternative
    • Milk & Honey - The Wharf, Notable alternative
    • Seatable, Notable alternative
    Restaurant context

    How Station 4 compares nearby

    Choose Station 4 when the priority is an easy reservation and a flexible setting in Southwest D.C. Momo is the better cross-shop if the group wants a more specific restaurant identity, while Makers Union is the safer pick for a casual, social meal where the bar-and-restaurant feel matters as much as the food.

    For atmosphere tied more directly to the water, compare it with Fish Shop, Milk & Honey - The Wharf, and Seatable. Fish Shop and Seatable make more sense when seafood or waterfront context is the point of the booking. Milk & Honey - The Wharf is a better fit for a livelier Wharf plan.

    The practical verdict: Station 4 is the easiest recommendation for low-friction group dining; Makers Union is stronger for a casual drinks-led meal; Fish Shop or Seatable are better when the setting is part of the reason to go. If this table is not available, cross-shop Makers Union first for flexibility or Milk & Honey - The Wharf for a more energetic night nearby.

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    Station 4 Washington, D.C. and similar venues
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    Station 4Washington, D.C.No published awards
    MomoWashington, D.C.No published awards
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    Fish ShopWashington, D.C.No published awards
    Milk & Honey - The WharfWashington, D.C.No published awards
    SeatableWashington, D.C.No published awards

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I eat at the bar at Station 4?

    Station 4 has broad daily hours in Washington, D.C. including service until 12 AM on Friday and Saturday; check directly with the restaurant for current seating or walk-in details.

    Can Station 4 accommodate groups?

    The restaurant's casual dress code and broad hours may make planning easier, but larger parties should confirm reservations, seating, and any group policies directly with Station 4.

    What are alternatives to Station 4 in Washington, D.C.?

    For other options to compare, look at Makers Union, Milk & Honey - The Wharf, Fish Shop, Seatable, or Momo. Confirm each restaurant's current hours, availability, and fit for your plans before booking.

    Is Station 4 good for solo dining?

    For solo-dining details such as counter seating or bar availability, check directly with the restaurant. If convenience is the main factor, Station 4's Washington, D.C. location, casual dress code, and broad hours are the planning points to use.

    Is lunch or dinner better at Station 4?

    Station 4 is open from 11 AM Monday through Friday and from 10:30 AM Saturday and Sunday, so daytime plans are possible. Dinner and later plans are also possible, with closing at 12 AM on Friday and Saturday, 10 PM Monday through Thursday, and 10:30 PM on Sunday.

    Is Station 4 good for a special occasion?

    Station 4 may work for a casual occasion if the main priorities are Washington, D.C. location, casual dress, and flexible hours. For specifics such as private dining, menu format, price, or a more formal celebration setup, confirm directly before planning around them.