The Park at 14th
East End, Washington DC
Restaurant in Washington DC, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
The Park at 14th is worth considering for a lively Washington, D.C. night near the 14th Street corridor, especially when the group wants late hours and social energy over a quiet, wine-led meal. Book it for birthdays, after-work plans, or a flexible night out; cross-shop elsewhere if food detail, cellar depth, or conversation is the priority.
About The Park at 14th
The Park at 14th is a Washington, D.C. venue with late operating hours later in the week: it is closed Monday through Wednesday, open Thursday and Friday from 5 PM to 3 AM, Saturday from 11 AM to 3 AM, and Sunday from 11 AM to 7 PM. Its dress code is casual. Plan around the schedule rather than assuming a specific cuisine, menu format, drinks program, or service style.
The clearest planning point is timing. The Park at 14th is not open early in the week, but it stays open late Thursday through Saturday. That makes it a better candidate for a later Washington, D.C. outing than for a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday plan. If the details that matter most are food style, beverage selection, seating format, or dietary accommodations, confirm those directly before making plans.
Better for confirmed late hours than detailed menu planning
Do not plan on the assumption that it is a wine-focused restaurant, a tasting-menu room, or a specific kind of dining format. The grounded reason to consider it is simple: The Park at 14th has casual dress and late hours on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday in Washington, D.C.
For details such as seating capacity, reservation difficulty, or group policies, avoid assuming how easy it will be to secure a particular time or setup. For larger parties, time-sensitive plans, or occasions with specific dining needs, confirm availability and logistics with the venue before making it the anchor of the evening.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose The Park at 14th when the confirmed schedule fits your plan, especially for a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday evening in Washington, D.C. Cross-shop when you need a clearly defined cuisine, menu structure, beverage program, price range, or quieter dining format. For a broader scan of the city, use the Washington, D.C. restaurants guide, then compare by occasion with Lima Twist, Kitchen + Kocktails By Kevin Kelley - DC, PogiBoy, Elizabeth's, and Lincoln.
Planning details
- Location
- 920 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- park14.com
- Phone
- +12025500300
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Park at 14th presents itself as a designed social destination on D.C.'s busy 14th Street corridor, favoring architectural drama over quiet dining rituals. The room reads as a nightlife venue: multi-level layouts, double-height volumes and statement lighting create a theatrical interior where lounge seating sits alongside a club-like floor. Programming leans DJ-friendly rather than tasting-menu formal, so the overall tone is polished and sociable—more a premium night out than a hushed dining experience. The emphasis is on energy and presence: the architecture and music are part of the draw as much as the food and drinks.
Best For
This is a go-to for evening socializing and late-night groups. The Park at 14th is set up to accommodate bustling party crowds and multi-person outings, with configurations that encourage mingling and a DJ-driven soundtrack that keeps the volume up through the night. It also participates in the neighborhood's weekend rhythm—brunch appears among its occasions—so it fits both weekend day gatherings and after-dark plans. It is less of a quiet business-lunch spot and more suited to friends, celebrations and anyone looking for a lively night out.
Ordering Tips
Expect a bar-forward menu and drink program alongside shareable bites. Signature items to try include the Jerk Wings and the Park's Famous Cocktail, which match the venue's rowdy, sociable character. Order plates to share and cocktails for the table; the room's music-forward format makes small plates and easy-to-pass snacks a sensible approach. Because the space favors a DJ-driven nightlife model, plan your timing around peak late-night energy if you want a livelier scene or visit earlier for a slightly more conversational table.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm high-design space with rich wood walls, granite bar tops, custom hand-blown glass lighting, and cushy upholstered chairs exuding vibrancy.
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Vibe
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
- Kitchen
- Fusion
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Wine Program
- Standard
- Drinks Focus
- Cocktails
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- Jerk Wings
- Park's Famous Cocktail
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 920 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Lima Twist, Notable alternative
- Kitchen + Kocktails By Kevin Kelley - DC, Notable alternative
- PogiBoy, Notable alternative
- Elizabeth's, Notable alternative
- Lincoln, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Washington, D.C.
Lima Twist is the cleaner cross-shop if the group wants dinner to feel more restaurant-led, while The Park at 14th is the stronger call when the night is built around late energy and a social room. With no verified price tier for either venue here, the safer value comparison is by occasion: Lima Twist for a meal-first plan, The Park at 14th for a longer evening.
Kitchen + Kocktails By Kevin Kelley - DC is the closer peer for a cocktail-forward group night. Choose it when drinks and dinner need equal billing; choose The Park at 14th when late hours and nightlife momentum matter more. PogiBoy is a better fallback when the group wants something more casual and food-focused instead of a long-format night out.
Elizabeth's is the stronger pick for a more intentional dining experience, especially if the night should feel planned rather than spontaneous. Lincoln makes sense when the group wants an easier, familiar D.C. option without committing to the later, louder rhythm that defines The Park at 14th.
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Compare The Park at 14th
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Park at 14th | Washington, D.C. | No published awards |
| Lima Twist | Washington, D.C. | No published awards |
| Kitchen + Kocktails By Kevin Kelley - DC | Washington, D.C. | No published awards |
| PogiBoy | Washington, D.C. | No published awards |
| Elizabeth's | Washington, D.C. | No published awards |
| Lincoln | Washington, D.C. | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book The Park at 14th?
The Park at 14th is open Thursday and Friday from 5 PM to 3 AM, Saturday from 11 AM to 3 AM, and Sunday from 11 AM to 7 PM; it is closed Monday through Wednesday. If your plan depends on a specific time or party size, confirm availability directly with the venue.
Can I eat at the bar at The Park at 14th?
The Park at 14th is in Washington, D.C., has a casual dress code, and operates Thursday through Sunday with late hours on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Confirm seating options directly before planning around a bar seat.
Is The Park at 14th good for a special occasion?
It may fit a special occasion if the hours and casual dress code match your plans. The schedule is especially relevant for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, when The Park at 14th stays open until 3 AM. If your occasion depends on a specific cuisine, menu, seating style, or service format, confirm those details before planning around it.
Can The Park at 14th accommodate groups?
The Park at 14th's operating hours can support later plans on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, but party-size policies, seating capacity, and private-event options should be checked directly with the venue.
Is lunch or dinner better at The Park at 14th?
The Park at 14th has no Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday service. It opens at 5 PM on Thursday and Friday, 11 AM on Saturday, and 11 AM on Sunday. A daytime visit is only supported by the Saturday and Sunday opening times; for Thursday and Friday, plan for evening service.
What are alternatives to The Park at 14th in Washington, D.C.?
Other options to compare include Lima Twist, Kitchen + Kocktails By Kevin Kelley - DC, PogiBoy, Elizabeth's, and Lincoln. Choose based on the details that matter to your plan, and check current hours, menu, and booking policies directly for any venue you are considering.
