What we’re about
We’re passionate about great food, delicious drinks, and even better company. Join us for fun dining experiences where we share good eats, good drinks, and unforgettable conversations! Formerly known as The Weekly Dinner - DC, we’re now rebranded as DC Metro Dining.
Review our group policies and resources before attending:
- No-Show / Late Cancel Policy: Read the full policy document here
- Group FAQs: Access the complete FAQ guide here
After taking a break since COVID, be sure to check your email associated with our group. Please whitelist it or mark it as safe to stay updated on all our events and directevent host communications.
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Quick Start FAQ – The Weekly Dinner Group
What is The Weekly Dinner?
We’re a group of social food lovers who explore DC restaurants together. Most events are dinners, but we also do brunches, happy hours, and occasional extras like a boozy milkshake crawl.
How many people usually attend?
Before the pandemic, we often had 20+ people across multiple tables. These days we keep things smaller, usually 6–14, depending on the restaurant’s space and staffing. It makes dinners easier to manage and more enjoyable for conversation.
Will I be the only newcomer?
Not at all. About one-quarter of attendees at any given dinner are first-timers, so you’ll always meet new faces.
Is this a singles group?
No. Absolutely not. The group is about food, friends, and community. While several marriages and long-term relationships have started here, that’s not our purpose. People attend solo, with friends, or as couples. We aim for a safe, comfortable space for everyone. If attraction happens, keep it mutual and respectful—swap numbers after the event, and please skip PDA during dinner.
How do I RSVP?
Go to the event page and click “Yes.” If your plans change, update your RSVP right away so someone on the waitlist can join.
Why does RSVP matter?
Restaurants set tables for the exact headcount we provide. No-shows leave empty seats, prevent waitlisted members from attending, and can even lead to charges if the restaurant bills per seat.
How is the bill handled?
Most of the time you pay for your own meal. Shared-plate dinners may be split evenly.
What about gratuity?
Large reservations, especially during Restaurant Week, often include a fixed 20% pre-tax gratuity. All attendees are required to accept this as part of attending. Think of it as the only “membership fee” we have—except it goes directly to the staff.
How long are dinners?
Plan for 2.5 to 3 hours. Some members head to a nearby bar or lounge afterward, but that’s optional.
What’s the No-Show policy?
- First no-show: you’ll be asked for a brief explanation. No response may impact membership.
- Second no-show within three months: removal from the group.
Featured event
DC Pre X-Mas Dining – Modern Southern at Succotash Prime (Chinatown)
Let's sneak in one more event prior to Christmas! I’m inviting the group to an evening at Succotash Prime (Penn Quarter), the DC home base of celebrity chef Edward Lee, for his take on Southern cooking with an Asian twist, cocktails, and bourbon.
→ This Event's final 'Change Your Mind' RSVP Cutoff is 10a Friday, 12/19. Our No-Show / Late Cancel policies apply.
FOOD: Succotash Prime is the DC outpost of Chef Edward Lee, a James Beard Award winner and former Top Chef contestant who made his name in Louisville, Kentucky. The menu blends Southern comfort with Korean influenced touches. Recent diners and the restaurant’s own highlights focus on shrimp ‘n’ grits, chicken and waffles, fried green tomatoes, and Jamie’s cornbread with hot honey, along with a serious bourbon list and strong happy hour program. Save room for dessert! There's a very rich Chocolate Bourbon Pecan pie and classic Hummingbird Cake with coconut and candied pecans.
The bar program stands out with bourbon forward cocktails and seasonal Southern riffs. Many attendees end up starting with craft cocktails and then moving into wine or bourbon flights during dinner. The Bourbon and Rye list is impressive.
→ Check out the full dinner menu: https://www.succotashrestaurant.com/menu
→ Visit the restaurant site: https://www.succotashrestaurant.com/
SPACE: Succotash Prime sits inside a former early-1900s bank building, and they kept the scale and structure intact instead of boxing it in. The main dining room opens into a tall atrium with a mezzanine level wrapping the room, so you get open sightlines across multiple levels no matter where you sit. The marble details, vaulted ceiling, and original architectural elements give the room real presence without feeling stiff. There are large central and balcony-level bars, plus smaller carved-out rooms built from former bank areas, including a converted vault. The layout works well for conversation, drinks before dinner, and lingering after the meal.
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→ Tax/Tip combo is our required 30% tax/tip policy (no exceptions)
→ Limited to 8 slots
CLOSEST METRO: Metro Center (Red/Blue/Orange Line) – approx 9 minute walk. exit around 12th Street & G Street NW. Walk east then south toward F Street NW and 9th Street NW until you reach 915 F St NW.
Gallery Place / Chinatown (Red/Green/Yellow Line) – quick walk. Head south on 7th St NW toward F St NW, then walk west toward 9th Street NW along F Street NW to 915 F St NW
For trip planning, try WMATA’s “Plan a Trip” feature at www.wmata.com
PARKING: Street parking is tight during dinner hours—consider Metro, rideshare, or garage options in the area.
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Attendance Notes:
- If you RSVP “YES,” please commit to showing up. With 5,800+ members and limited seating, we can’t afford no-shows. It’s not fair to other members or to our relationship with the restaurant.
- No-Show / Late Cancel rules apply (see links below).
- Can’t get a slot? Join the Waitlist and check back frequently—spots often open up before Noon on the day of the event. You may also receive midweek confirmation emails to reconfirm your RSVP, so please check your inbox.
- Billing Reminder: Add 30% for tax and tip to your food and drink total. This is part of our group’s expectations and helps smooth out service with the restaurant.
- New Members / 1st Timers: Visit our FAQs and No-Show Policy if you're unfamiliar with how we run things.
Looking forward to dining with you!
– JoeN
Upcoming events
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DC Pre X-Mas Dining – Modern Southern at Succotash Prime (Chinatown)
Succotash, 915 F St NW, Washington, WA, USLet's sneak in one more event prior to Christmas! I’m inviting the group to an evening at Succotash Prime (Penn Quarter), the DC home base of celebrity chef Edward Lee, for his take on Southern cooking with an Asian twist, cocktails, and bourbon.
→ This Event's final 'Change Your Mind' RSVP Cutoff is 10a Friday, 12/19. Our No-Show / Late Cancel policies apply.
FOOD: Succotash Prime is the DC outpost of Chef Edward Lee, a James Beard Award winner and former Top Chef contestant who made his name in Louisville, Kentucky. The menu blends Southern comfort with Korean influenced touches. Recent diners and the restaurant’s own highlights focus on shrimp ‘n’ grits, chicken and waffles, fried green tomatoes, and Jamie’s cornbread with hot honey, along with a serious bourbon list and strong happy hour program. Save room for dessert! There's a very rich Chocolate Bourbon Pecan pie and classic Hummingbird Cake with coconut and candied pecans.
The bar program stands out with bourbon forward cocktails and seasonal Southern riffs. Many attendees end up starting with craft cocktails and then moving into wine or bourbon flights during dinner. The Bourbon and Rye list is impressive.
→ Check out the full dinner menu: https://www.succotashrestaurant.com/menu
→ Visit the restaurant site: https://www.succotashrestaurant.com/
SPACE: Succotash Prime sits inside a former early-1900s bank building, and they kept the scale and structure intact instead of boxing it in. The main dining room opens into a tall atrium with a mezzanine level wrapping the room, so you get open sightlines across multiple levels no matter where you sit. The marble details, vaulted ceiling, and original architectural elements give the room real presence without feeling stiff. There are large central and balcony-level bars, plus smaller carved-out rooms built from former bank areas, including a converted vault. The layout works well for conversation, drinks before dinner, and lingering after the meal.
+++++++++
→ Tax/Tip combo is our required 30% tax/tip policy (no exceptions)
→ Limited to 8 slots
CLOSEST METRO: Metro Center (Red/Blue/Orange Line) – approx 9 minute walk. exit around 12th Street & G Street NW. Walk east then south toward F Street NW and 9th Street NW until you reach 915 F St NW.
Gallery Place / Chinatown (Red/Green/Yellow Line) – quick walk. Head south on 7th St NW toward F St NW, then walk west toward 9th Street NW along F Street NW to 915 F St NW
For trip planning, try WMATA’s “Plan a Trip” feature at www.wmata.com
PARKING: Street parking is tight during dinner hours—consider Metro, rideshare, or garage options in the area.
***
Attendance Notes:
- If you RSVP “YES,” please commit to showing up. With 5,800+ members and limited seating, we can’t afford no-shows. It’s not fair to other members or to our relationship with the restaurant.
- No-Show / Late Cancel rules apply (see links below).
- Can’t get a slot? Join the Waitlist and check back frequently—spots often open up before Noon on the day of the event. You may also receive midweek confirmation emails to reconfirm your RSVP, so please check your inbox.
- Billing Reminder: Add 30% for tax and tip to your food and drink total. This is part of our group’s expectations and helps smooth out service with the restaurant.
- New Members / 1st Timers: Visit our FAQs and No-Show Policy if you're unfamiliar with how we run things.
Looking forward to dining with you!
– JoeN1 attendee
Past events
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