The Eastern – American
The Eastern serves as a stylish neighborhood sanctuary where the warm glow of the dining room sets the stage for a communal feast of vibrant, globally-inspired small plates. Guests linger over velvety swirls of muhammara and white bean hummus paired with salt-dusted soft pretzels, while the signature "Beastern" provides a hearty anchor to an eclectic menu of crispy arancini and artisanal charcuterie. It is a place where every bite feels like a celebration of texture and spice, perfect for an evening of spirited conversation and shared discovery.
360 7th Street Southeast, Washington DC 20003 https://easternwinebar.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, low-carb, keto, high-protein, pescatarian, plant-based, mediterranean, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, south-beach, low-cholesterol, atkins, gerd, high-fiber, tlc, alkaline, aip, renal, carnivore, zone, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 4:00 PM - 11:00+ PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 2:00 PM - 11:00+ PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its intimate, dim lighting and quiet atmosphere that invites unhurried conversation, guests love the sophisticated yet comfortable dining experience. Diners rave about the squash tartine for its refined layers and the luxuriously tender beef cheek enriched by a deep wine reduction. Standout dishes include the flaky black cod with charred onions and a decadent chocolate cheesecake featuring maple bourbon caramel and chocolate kataifi. Reviewers highlight the thoughtful cooking and precise execution of the menu, noting that the refined flavors make for a truly indulgent evening.
Menu
Starters
- White Bean Hummus - $12: With house pita. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Pimento Cheese - $12: With house charcuterie rolls.
- Muhammara - $12: With house-fried pita.
- Soft Pretzels - $9: With a homemade cheese sauce & mustard. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Arancini - $8: House-made arrabbiata, parmesan.
- House Marinated Olives - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Charcuterie & Cheese
- The Beastern - $60: One of each meat and cheese & all accoutrements.
- Small Cheese - $24: Boozin ewe, triple cream, stagg white cheddar, house marmalade, mustard, giardiniera. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Small Charcuterie - $25: Soppressata, truffle salami, bresaola, glazier blue point, horseradish mustard, marmalade, giardiniera.
- Large Cheese - $32: Coopers Hill, Gloucester, boozin' ewe, glazier blue point, triple cream, stagg white cheddar, house marmalade, mustard, giardiniera, pickled carrots, St. Remy Sour Cherries. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Large Charcuterie - $33: Spicy soppressata, fennel salami, truffle salami, capicola, Coopers Hill, Stagg white cheddar, house marmalade, mustard, giardiniera, pickled carrots, St. Remy sour cherries.
- BYO Board - Pick 3 - $24: All served with accoutrements and crostini. Selection of cheeses and meats.
- BYO Board - Pick 5 - $33: All served with accoutrements and crostini. Selection of cheeses and meats.
From the Garden
- Roasted Beet Salad - $16: Goat cheese foam, tarragon & basil oil, microgreens. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach
- Winter Kale Salad - $14: Fresh kale, crispy lime chili tortilla strips, lime honey dijon dressing, parmesan. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Roasted Carrots - $14: Honey, thyme, spicy serrano yogurt. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
From the Sea
- Tuna Tartar - $18: Sweet peppers, cilantro, avocado, cucumber, orange ginger glaze, wasabi sesame seeds, crispy wontons. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Shrimp Tacos - $18: Avocado, vegetables, sriracha mayo, flour tortilla. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly
From the Land
- Pitts - Burger - $18: Nueske’s bacon, fontina cheese, Duke’s mayo, bibb lettuce, brioche, creole herb roasted potatoes.
- Lamb Skewers - $17: Mint yogurt, cilantro & mint chutney, pita. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Chef Luis’ Filet Tacos - $18: Cheese, cherry tomatoes, chimichurri. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Crispy Chicken Sandwich - $18: Arugula, American cheese, mm sauce, pickles, brioche, side salad.
- Creamy Mushroom Linguine - $16: Mushrooms, fresh spinach, garlic white wine cream sauce, roasted serrano peppers. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Chicken Skewers - $17: Dill & Lime yogurt, pita.
Sweets
- Fresh Berry Cobbler - $10: Vanilla ice cream, black lime zest. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chef Luis’ Homemade Cheesecake - $10: Topped with fresh berries. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- New York Sour - $13: Bourbon, Lemon, Red Wine
- The Black Bowery - $14: Rye, Amaro, Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- The Upstate Elvis - $14: Gin, Cointreau, Orange, Bitters, Lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Rob Sommbie - $10: Shot of Bourbon, Fernet Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Eastern Sazerac - $13: Rye Whiskey, Peychaud’s, Absinthe Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Spirit of Sean Luis - $14: Del Maguey Mezcal, Orange, Amaro, Arancia Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sophie Rose - $13: Vodka, Rose, Lime Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Drunk Monk - $14: Gin, Green Centum, Cherry Liqueur Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- The Messi Gaudi - $9: Staff Pick Vermouth, Olive, Citrus Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sunset in The Eastern - $13: Aperitivo, Orange Syrup, Prosecco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Kalimotxo - $10: Red Wine, Cola Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Portugal - The Drink - $11: White Port, Tonic, Lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Victory Prima Pils - $8: 5.3% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Hoegaarden - $8: 5%
- DB Juicy Magic - $8: 7% Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Highlife - $5: 4.6%
- Athletic NA - $7: 0%
Wine
- NV Mira Me - $12: Paredes, Spain Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- NV Alfredo Bertolani - $14: Lambrusco Sorbara, Romana, Italy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- NV Tapiz - $15: Malbec Rose, Mendoza, Argentina Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- 22 Brokenwood - $15: Semillon, Hunter Valley, Australia Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- 22 Kumusha - $15: Sondagskloof, South Africa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- 20 Chateau De Ricaud - $20: Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Bordeaux Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- 23 Docil - $14: Vinho Verde, Loureiro, Portugal Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- 24 White Sommbie - $17: Our dear Rob’s personal white blend Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- 23 Le Rochoy - $28: Sancerre Loire, France Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- 22 North Valley - $18: Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- 21 Sentinel - $26: Cabernet Sauv, Sonoma, CA Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Add-ons
- Add Chicken - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Add Fried Egg - $2 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
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