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: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at The Eastern
Halal at The Eastern
The Eastern in Washington has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Large Cheese, Add Fried Egg and White Bean Hummus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Eastern
The Eastern in Washington has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Add Fried Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Eastern
The Eastern in Washington has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Fried Egg, Add Chicken and Sophie Rose. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Eastern
The Eastern in Washington has 8 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Fried Egg, DB Juicy Magic and Drunk Monk. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Eastern
The Eastern in Washington has 25 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Upstate Elvis, Portugal - The Drink and 23 Docil. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Eastern
The Eastern in Washington has 37 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Large Cheese, The Upstate Elvis and Portugal - The Drink. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at The Eastern
The Eastern in Washington has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including DB Juicy Magic, Add Chicken and Chef Luis’ Homemade Cheesecake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at The Eastern
The Eastern in Washington has 5 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Chicken, Eastern Sazerac and Sunset in The Eastern. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Eastern
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Winter Kale Salad | 42.5 g | 72.3 g |
| Small Charcuterie | 40.9 g | 45.4 g |
| Creamy Mushroom Linguine | 29.6 g | 36 g |
| Chicken Skewers | 51.5 g | 26.8 g |
| Roasted Beet Salad | 15.9 g | 25.2 g |
| Arancini | 37.1 g | 18.3 g |
| Lamb Skewers | 48.2 g | 16.6 g |
| Spirit of Sean Luis | 1.1 g | 12.2 g |
| Muhammara | 0 g | 12.1 g |
| Small Cheese | 84.8 g | 11.2 g |
| White Bean Hummus | 12.8 g | 10.9 g |
| Add Fried Egg | 0.3 g | 10.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
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, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic
- Pimento Cheese - $12: With house charcuterie rolls. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Muhammara - $12: With house-fried pita. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Soft Pretzels - $9: With a homemade cheese sauce & mustard. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Arancini - $8: House-made arrabbiata, parmesan. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- House Marinated Olives - $7 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, 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, Halal, 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, Halal, 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, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Roasted Carrots - $14: Honey, thyme, spicy serrano yogurt. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics
From the Sea
- Tuna Tartar - $18: Sweet peppers, cilantro, avocado, cucumber, orange ginger glaze, wasabi sesame seeds, crispy wontons. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Shrimp Tacos - $18: Avocado, vegetables, sriracha mayo, flour tortilla. Dietary tags: Halal, 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
- Chef Luis’ Filet Tacos - $18: Cheese, cherry tomatoes, chimichurri. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- 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: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Chicken Skewers - $17: Dill & Lime yogurt, pita. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Sweets
- Fresh Berry Cobbler - $10: Vanilla ice cream, black lime zest. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chef Luis’ Homemade Cheesecake - $10: Topped with fresh berries. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, 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
- The Upstate Elvis - $14: Gin, Cointreau, Orange, Bitters, Lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb, 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, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Spirit of Sean Luis - $14: Del Maguey Mezcal, Orange, Amaro, Arancia Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Slow-Carb, 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, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Kalimotxo - $10: Red Wine, Cola Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, 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, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Hoegaarden - $8: 5%
- DB Juicy Magic - $8: 7% Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, 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, Halal, 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, Halal, 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, Halal, 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: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore
Frequently Asked Questions about The Eastern
- Is The Eastern halal-friendly?
- Yes. The Eastern has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Large Cheese, Add Fried Egg and White Bean Hummus.
- What can I eat at The Eastern on a halal diet?
- Large Cheese, Add Fried Egg and White Bean Hummus carry the halal tag, out of 19 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Eastern have vegan options?
- Yes. 25 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including The Upstate Elvis and Portugal - The Drink.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Eastern?
- Winter Kale Salad, at roughly 72.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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