DC Metro Dining (aka The Weekly Dinner)

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About us

DC Metro Dining (formerly The Weekly Dinner)

We host organized, seated dining experiences across the DC metro area for people who enjoy good food and real conversation. Our events are designed to be social, relaxed, and thoughtfully run.

Before attending your first event, please take a moment to understand how our dinners work and what we ask of members.

→ Learn how DC Metro Dining works

What we do
Most of our events are dinners, with occasional brunches or happy hours. Group sizes typically range from 6 to 12, depending on the venue. We focus on well-regarded restaurants and test many places ourselves before hosting events there.

Who joins
Members range from their mid-20s through early 60s. Some attend solo, some with friends, some as couples. What people tend to share is an interest in social dining, good conversation, and being present at the table.

What to expect
This is not a drop-in happy hour group. Our events involve reservations and fixed seating. Because of that, we ask members to RSVP thoughtfully and communicate if plans change. Doing so helps keep events fair, enjoyable, and sustainable for everyone.

Is this a singles group
No. Definitely not. People come for the food and the company. Connections happen naturally sometimes, but the goal is a respectful, comfortable dining experience for all. Keep things friendly, social, and considerate.

If this sounds like a fit, we’d love to have you join us!

For full details on how our events run and member expectations, please review our Overview about who we are, how we approach events, and what are member expectations.

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Sunday Dining - Quality Tavern Dining at St Anselm (Union Market)
Sun, Feb 22 · 6:05 PM EST
St Anselm, 1250 5th St NE, Washington, DC, US
NEW MEMBERS or 1st TIME EVENT GO-ERS
Before attending your first event, please take a moment to understand how our dinners work and what we ask of members.
→ Learn how DC Metro Dining works

RSVP CUTOFF (i.e. Final Change Your Mind if Registered YES)
→ RSVP Cancellation Cutoff for this Event is Sunday 10a, 2/22. (Late Cancel applies after this, repeat occurrences can impact membership)

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Switching it up this week. I’m in the mood for Tavern style dining and wood-fired cooking, someplace unpretentious and evokes a chill laid-back vibe. We’re headed to St. Anselm in DC (Union Market)

FOOD: St. Anselm DC is the sister restaurant to its original location in Brooklyn, NY, and is known for its wood-fired cooking, which features a steakhouse backbone, as well as strong vegetables and sides.

Late 2025 and 2026 reviews often highlight the butcher’s steak as a go-to value pick, plus the smoked pork chop for texture and flavor. Oysters and seasonal small plates show up often in recent writeups as strong starters. Sides get a lot of love in reviews too, especially the beef-fat mashed potatoes and roasted carrots. Ordering a mix and sharing works well here. Very good cocktails and a nice eclectic wine program here.

→ Explore St Anselm's menu: https://stanselmdc.com/menus/dinner-new/.

SPACE: St. Anselm has a warm, lively dining room in the Union Market area with an open-kitchen feel and a steady pace. Generally, it's considered busy but has a friendly vibe. Good for small groups. Noise trends lively, so the table will feel energetic. Conversation is still workable, especially at an early evening seating.

→ Visit the restaurant site: https://stanselmdc.com

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==> Tax/Tip combo is our required 30% tax/tip policy (see the FAQs for more details).
==> Limited to 8 slots
See you there!
JoeN

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CLOSEST METRO:
- NoMa-Gallaudet U (Red Line) is the closest major stop. Exit toward Morse Street NE, walk northeast on Morse Street NE to 550 Morse St NE, just inside Union Market. The walk is about 6–8 minutes.
- For directions using the Metro, try using the Plan a Trip feature at the WMATA website (click on your preferred Metro station then at the Station page level click "Plan a Trip".
PARKING: Parking options include Union Market valet on 5th & Neal Streets NE and nearby garages. Street parking can be limited, especially on weekend evenings—Metro or rideshare is recommended.

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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
1 attendee