Market Lunch, like Eastern Market, where it resides, is an institution, a little slice of D.C. life. For the best insider experience, come here on weekends and you’ll see senators and representatives in line with their Capitol Hill neighbors to eat the famous blueberry buckwheat pancakes (“bluebucks”), softshell crab sandwiches, or crabcakes. The eatery consists of a few small tables and 26 stools pulled up to a wooden counter at the end of Eastern Market’s main hall. You choose what you want from the chalkboard menu and then queue to the right of the register to place your order. Once you’re seated, you get to watch all that’s going on in the market hall, as vendors and residents barter and chat. Market Lunch is open weekdays, too, but is a much quieter experience, so not nearly as much fun.
Washington, D.C.› Restaurant
Market Lunch
225 E. 7th St. SE, inside Eastern Market
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Capitol Hill & Barracks Row
Hours
Tues–Fri 7:30am–2:30pm; Sat 8am–3pm; Sun 9am–3pm
Transportation
Metro: Capitol South
Phone
202/547-8444
Prices
Breakfast items $5–$15; lunch items $6–$25. Cash only
Cuisine Type
American/Seafood
Web site
Market Lunch
Map
225 E. 7th St. SE, inside Eastern Market Washington, D.C.Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.