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.
  • MetroBus
    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. 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 for Caps fans. Expect a packed house on game nights.
• Penn Quarter Sports Tavern
  A neighborhood sports bar near the arena with wall-to-wall screens and a lively game-night crowd. Cold drafts, solid pub fare, and proximity to the arena make it one of the easiest pregame stops.
• DAIKAYA
  A two-story Japanese restaurant on 6th Street NW in Chinatown. The ground floor serves outstanding ramen (the spicy miso is a standout), and the upstairs izakaya offers small plates and sake. About a 5-minute walk from the arena and perfect for a more elevated pregame meal.
• 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, casual pregame hangout.
• Jaleo
  José Andrés' celebrated Spanish tapas restaurant on 7th Street NW. Patatas bravas, jamón ibérico, and an extensive Spanish wine list Reservations recommended on game nights.
• Hop, Cask & Barrel
  A craft beer-focused bar in the Chinatown area offering a rotating tap list of local and regional brews. A solid choice for beer enthusiasts looking for something beyond arena pours.
• Wiseguy Pizza
  A New York-style pizza shop near the arena serving generous slices and whole pies. Quick, affordable, and exactly the kind of fuel you want before a game.
• Chinatown Express
  Located in D.C.'s Chinatown known for hand-pulled noodles made fresh in the window. Fast, cheap, and authentic. A unique pregame option steps from the arena.

Neighborhood Attractions

• 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.
• 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.
• 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. All Smithsonian museums are free. About a 15-minute walk south of the arena.
• 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.
• 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.

• The Black Hockey History Display
  Section 112: It features key artifacts, including Mike Marson’s 1975-76 home jersey one of the franchise's first Black players, Joel Ward’s game-used stick, and Devante Smith Pelly’s 2018 Stanley Cup game-worn helmet
• The MLK Artifact
  Premium level: The arena houses a profoundly historic, non-sports artifact. An original 1963 airline ticket folder signed by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
• Banners
  • Conference & Division Titles
    2 Clarence Campbell Bowls 1998, 2018, 3 Presidents Trophies 2010, 2016, 2017 and numerous division titles.
  • Stanley Cup Banner
    2018 Champions
• Retired Numbers
  • #5 Rod Langway
  • #11 Mike Gartner
  • #7 Yvon Labre
  • #32 Dale Hunter

• The Lexus Vaults
  These ultra luxury bunker environments represent the highest level of privacy and premium hospitality inside the building. Located on the event level, they offer an elite experience for high-end entertainment
• United Globe Lounge
  This exclusive sanctuary is reserved strictly for Washington Wizards VIP Row AAA and Washington Capitals glass seat holders Row A. It features a full service open bar, curated wine selections, cocktails from a master mixologist, butler-passed hors d'oeuvres, and an interactive Chef's Table.
• United Globe Club
  It provides a progressive, evolving dining menu throughout the night, complete with an upscale, nostalgic custom milkshake and float bar at intermission. VIP ticket holders in rows A–C and select rows D–H.
• Michelob Ultra Club
  A private, members only hospitality space located on the 200 level that recently added 120 premium seats and advanced entry video walls.
• The Players Club
  Located on the Suite Level, this remains the arena's most exclusive members-only club room. It offers fine dining from a rotating chef's table buffet, a deluxe bar, upscale furnishings, multiple flat screens, and a private pool table.
• The Blueprint Studios & Innovation Suites
  These tech-driven spaces are built for flexible group and corporate hospitality. They feature dual-purpose layouts that act as daytime corporate strategy hubs and transition into evening event suites equipped with hybrid presentation tech, marble bars, and two rows of plush leather stadium seats.

• 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, crab fries, and rotating local restaurant partnerships bring regional flavor to the concourses.
• Arena Bar & Eats
  Created by D.C. celebrity chef Spike Mendelsohn, this massive destination is open to all ticket holders.
• Federalist Pig
  Section 107 & 402: The legendary local BBQ joint makes its official arena presence known, serving up incredible Texas-style brisket sandwiches, slow-smoked BBQ ribs, and elite baked mac & cheese.
• Soko Cheesesteaks
  Section 105: Run by the famous Takoma Park butcher shop, this stand draws long lines for its authentic, high-quality shaved ribeye cheesesteaks and loaded cheese fries.
• Balos
  Section 120: Brings a premium Greek and Mediterranean experience to the lower concourse, carving fresh gyros, chicken skewers, and crispy oregano fries.
• Fuku
  Section 117 & 413: Chef David Chang’s wildly popular spicy fried chicken concept features its signature crispy chicken fingers and spicy fried chicken sandwiches.
• Pat & Stuggs
  Sec. 413: The go-to spot in the upper deck for premium, diner-style flat-top double smash burgers.
• Insomnia Cookies
  Section 107 & 408: Perfect for satisfying a mid-game sweet tooth, serving up warm, fresh-baked chocolate chip and specialty cookies.
• 6th Street Taco
  Section 106 & District Dog Section 119: Quick-service spots providing elevated takes on Mexican street tacos and gourmet-topped hot dogs.
• Rita’s Italian Ice
  Section 117, 225, 421, & 431: A returning fan-favorite across all three levels for refreshing frozen treats.