About
Matchbox in Washington's Penn Quarter is a go-to spot for those seeking affordable yet delightful American cuisine. Known for its casual and cozy atmosphere, it's a place that invites both families and solo diners alike. Whether you're in the mood for crispy fried chicken or savory pasta, Matchbox has something to satisfy your cravings. With a menu that caters to vegetarians as well, it ensures everyone leaves happy.
Frequented by tourists and students, this restaurant offers not just delicious meals but an experience, complete with live music and sports viewing. Enjoy their happy-hour specials with a crafted cocktail, a selection of wines, or a freshly brewed coffee. While a wait is common, the quick service ensures your patience is rewarded swiftly.
Perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner, the venue provides various dining options, including outdoor seating and a private dining room for intimate gatherings. Enjoy seamless convenience with takeaway or delivery, and don't forget to book ahead for a hassle-free visit.
Price
Meals
Branch, Lunch, Dinner
Cuisines
American
Services
Delivery, Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in, Reservations recommended
Dietary options
Vegetarian options
Offering
Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee
- $$$$ 20 - 30 $
- Branch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- American
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Reservations recommended
- Vegetarian options
- Serving alcohol
- Serving desserts
- Small plates
- Happy-hour drinks
- Happy-hour food
- Serving cocktails
- Serving beer
- Serving wine
- Serving coffee
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Fashionably
- Casual
- Cozy
- Family dinner
- Meet up with friends
- Solo dining
- Garage parking
- Paid parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- Children's menu
- Kid-friendly
- High chairs available
- Pets allowed outside
- Buffet
- Free Wi-Fi
- Live music
- Quick service
- Toilet
- Private dining room
- Usually a wait
- Welcomes LGBTQ
- Watching sports
- Popular with tourists
- Popular with students
Menu
Reviews and Ratings
Write a review- Food: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Jose U
- Food: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Clarence took great care of us last night. Amazing table bread to start, and great pizza. Recommended!
- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 4
after having been canceled 3 times trying to get an uber to take us to the restaurant, when we arrived the main door did not open, and we decided to enter through a small door on the side and upon entering the waitresses were confused by our presence but they sat us down and gave us the menu but after a short time they took it away from us because they had given us the wrong one, (it was around 3pm) which surprised us, because in Florida the meal starts at 5 ... in any case, my husband told the waitress about our unfortunate experience with uber, who after a short time brought us a delicious tortilla / naan, I don't know exactly, a courtesy of the house and after bringing us our "dinner", she offered us 50% of the total bill. By the way the food was yummy and the waitress were very sweet and attentive
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Matchbox?Matchbox is located at 750 E St NW, 20004, Washington, Penn Quarter, USA.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Pennsylvania Ave NW & 6th St NW (401 m walk)
- Bus stop E St NW + 11th St NW (414 m walk)
- Bus stop PENNSYLVANIA AVE & 6TH ST NW eb (402 m walk)
- Subway station Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter (226 m walk)
- How is Matchbox rated by visitors?Matchbox has an average rating of 4.4 based on 2,857 reviews across platforms such as Google.
- What dishes and beverages are served?The restaurant offers a selection of dishes such as fried chicken, pasta, prosciutto, sausages, meatballs, along with a variety of drinks.
- What is the average price for a meal at Matchbox?The average price for a meal is 20 - 30 $ (it is cheap - $).
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