Capital One Arena

• Driving & Parking
  From I-395, take the E Street exit and head west. From I-66, take the Constitution Avenue exit. Parking garages in Penn Quarter and Chinatown. Tthe arena garage on 6th Street is the closest. Street parking is extremely limited and metered spots in the area are restricted during events
• Public Transit
  The Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro station (Red, Yellow, Green lines) is directly beneath the arena — you literally walk out of the station into the building. Metro is by far the best way to get to a game. Metro Center (one stop away) connects to the Blue, Orange, and Silver lines, giving access to virtually all of the D.C. metro area including Virginia and Maryland suburbs.
  • Metro Train
    The Gallery Place Chinatown continues to serve the Red, Yellow, and Green lines. The F Street and 7th Street entrances place you immediately at the arena's doorstep. Metro Center is one stop away and a major transfer hub for the Blue, Orange, and Silver lines, seamlessly linking the arena to the broader Maryland and Virginia suburbs.
  • Metro Bus
    Routes 70, 74, 79, 80, and P6 which drop off along 7th and H Streets right outside the venue.
• Rideshare
  Designated pickup/drop-off zones on F Street and 7th Street NW and 6th and H street NW. Surge pricing is standard on game nights. Walking to Judiciary Square or Metro Center for pickup after the game avoids the worst of the congestion.

Penn Quarter and Chinatown deliver some of the best pregame options in the NHL, with everything from classic D.C. dining institutions to dive bars within steps of the arena.

Bars & Restaurants

• Clyde's of Gallery Place
  A D.C. restaurant institution on 7th Street NW, steps from the arena. The Clyde's group has been a D.C. dining staple for decades, and this location with its saloon-style atmosphere and American menu is the natural pregame gathering spot.
• Jackpot
  A bar near the arena offering cocktails, beer, and a lively game night atmosphere.
• DAIKAYA
  A two-story Japanese restaurant on 6th Street NW in Chinatown. The ground floor serves ramen, and the upstairs izakaya offers small plates and sake. About a 5-minute walk from the arena.
• Irish Channel Restaurant & Pub
  An Irish pub on 7th Street NW offering pints, pub food, and a game-night crowd. Proximity to the arena makes it a convenient option.
• Rocket Bar
  A basement bar on 7th Street NW with pool tables, darts, and arcade games alongside a full bar. The subterranean atmosphere and games make it a fun pregame hangout.
• Penn Social
  A massive entertainment venue on E Street NW offering a full bar, games (shuffleboard, ping-pong, arcade), and a social atmosphere. It's designed for large groups and game-night gatherings.
• The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille
  A regional sports bar chain with a location near the arena. Multiple TVs, standard bar fare, and a game-day crowd.
• The Capital Grille
  An upscale steakhouse chain with a location on Pennsylvania Avenue, about a 10-minute walk from the arena. Premium steaks, seafood, and an extensive wine list for a more refined pregame dinner.
• Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza - Washington D.C.
  Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay's pizza concept near the arena offering artisanal pizzas and cocktails.

Neighborhood Attractions

• National Portrait Gallery
  Part of the Smithsonian, housed in the historic Patent Office Building about a 5-minute walk from the arena. Portraits of every U.S. president and other notable Americans. Free admission.
• Ford's Theatre
  The historic theater where President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865, located about a 5-minute walk from the arena. The theater still produces plays, and the museum below tells the story of that fateful night.
• National Mall
  The iconic 2-mile stretch from the U.S. Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, lined with the Smithsonian museums, war memorials, and the Washington Monument.
• The White House
  The most famous residence in the world is about a 15-minute walk from the arena. The Caps famously celebrated their 2018 Cup victory there a moment etched in franchise history.
• International Spy Museum
  An interactive museum dedicated to espionage and intelligence, located in L'Enfant Plaza about a 15-minute walk south. Exhibits cover real-world spy craft, Cold War intelligence, and covert operations. Ticketed admission.

• Championship Banner
  Washington Bullets in 1978
• College National Championship
  Georgetown Hoyas: The arena rafters also hold the 1984 NCAA National Championship banner for the Georgetown Men’s Basketball team, alongside their numerous Big East tournament and regular-season title banners.
• Retired Numbers
  • #11 Elvin Hayes
  • #25 Gus Johnson
  • #41 Wes Unseld
  • #10 Earl Monroe
  • #12 Phil Chenier
  • "Coach" Dick Motta
    Commemorative banner honoring his 202 victories, including the 1978 title.

• Courtside
  Premium floor seats with proximity to the action
• The Lexus Vaults
  Event Level (beneath the main bowl), with dedicated lower-level bowl seating located on the 100 Level between Sections 110 and 112: This is the pinnacle VVIP experience at the arena, consisting of 10 ultra-private, ultra-luxurious bunker suites (labeled V1 through V10). Designed for elite corporate entertainment or high-privacy buyers, members get front-row or center-bowl viewing paired with a private lounge.
• The United Globe Club & United Globe Lounge
  A massive, dual-environment premium ecosystem spanning over 24,000 square feet. It features a private, dedicated VIP entrance located directly on 6th Street NW. Inspired by first-class air travel, this space offers an expansive, high-end environment that is 30% larger than any legacy VIP space in the arena. It separates into two distinct vibes: the energetic Globe Club (built for social interaction and multi-station upscale dining for over 800 guests) and the intimate, relaxed Globe Lounge (which features sit-down dining for 150+ guests)
• The Halo
  Spanned across two completely revamped levels in the mid-section of the building—encompassing sections across the 200 and 300 Levels. Introduced to completely replace the standard, "boring" concourse concept, The Halo is a 360-degree, multi-level destination housing roughly 4,500 premium and semi-premium seats. Rather than isolating fans in strict boxes, it functions as a vibrant, interconnected hospitality zone.
• Reimagined Luxury Suites
  The traditional suite levels surrounding the lower bowl: The total number of suites in the building was intentionally reduced to make room for physically larger, hospitality-driven layouts divided into three tiers: Founder Suites (the most prestigious), Signature Suites, and Executive Suites. Every single unit has been fully rebuilt from the ground up with high-end custom furnishings.
• Michelob Ultra Club
  Upper tier / Club level overlooking the playing surface. A premium, expansive, and highly social club environment catering specifically to full-season ticket members and corporate partners who prefer an open-layout, lively party atmosphere rather than an enclosed suite.
• The Blueprint Studios
  Located within the premium hospitality tracks of the arena: A concept debuted for the 2026 season designed around flexible, group-oriented premium experiences. Inspired aesthetically by the original architectural blueprints of Washington, D.C., it allows mid-to-large-sized corporate and social groups to book customizable, semi-private hosting zones on game nights.

• Signature Items
  D.C.'s diverse food scene is reflected in the arena — half-smoke sausages (a D.C. original, popularized by Ben's Chili Bowl), mumbo sauce chicken, and rotating local restaurant partnerships.
• Ben’s Chili Bowl
  Section 120 main brick-and-mortar stand near the team store and Section 408: An absolute D.C. institution operating out of historic U Street since 1958. This is where you get the quintessential D.C. stadium meal. They serve up their world-famous original pork/beef chili half-smokes (grilled split-sausage on a steamed bun topped with mustard, onions, and spicy homemade chili con carne), chili cheese burgers, and loaded chili cheese fries.
• Honeymoon Chicken
  Section 121: Hailing directly from Petworth, this neighborhood partner offers a premium, elevated take on fried chicken. Known for its perfectly crispy, honey-dipped profiles, the menu features upscale hot honey fried chicken sandwiches, crispy chicken bites, and seasoned wedge fries.
• Chiko
  Section 106: A wildly popular local Chinese-Korean fine-casual fusion restaurant concept created by D.C. chefs. It bridges traditional flavors with modern execution, making it a favorite for fans looking for something unique. The stadium menu features loaded bulgogi tater tots, crispy crab rangoons, and sticky Chinese hoisin ribs.
• Little Miner Taco
  Section 107: A premier local DMV taco vendor that serves as an official partner to the arena. They are legendary in the area for authentic street tacos. The menu includes multi-taco platters (carne asada, chicken, and birria-style variants), street corn (elote) cups, and fresh tortilla chips paired with homemade salsa and queso.Locations: Section 107 (Lower Bowl) and Section 432 (U
• Logan’s Sausage Company
  Section 115 and Section 414: A regional favorite specializing in premium, authentic, gourmet sausage links. Moving beyond standard stadium hot dogs, they serve up hearty, locally crafted Italian sausages, smoked bratwurst, and specialty chorizo links topped with grilled peppers and onions.Locations:
• Devils Backbone Lounge
  400 Level: A high-energy, go-to social destination inside the arena. It operates as a full-service party deck lined with flat-screen TVs and a massive multi-panel LED wall. It proudly features a heavy rotation of regional craft favorites from Virginia-based Devils Backbone Brewing Company, alongside full bar service.
• Founding Spirits
  Operated in partnership with D.C.’s famous Founding Farmers restaurant group. This destination bar specializes in premium, artisanal cocktails utilizing craft spirits distilled right in the heart of Washington, D.C. It's the best spot in the building for high-end craft highballs and custom mixology cocktails.
• The New Fashioned
  Section 407: Catering heavily to the booming demand for premium non-alcoholic options, this specialty drink stand curates mocktails built with high-end spirit alternatives. Their signature drink is "The New Fashioned"—a zero-proof whiskey alternative built with bitters, simple syrup, and dark cherries.