America's Great Restaurants

Johnny's Half Shell

Opened in 1999, and chosen by Gourmet Magazine in 2000 as one of "America's Best Restaurants," Johnny's Half Shell relocated to its present Capitol Hill location in September 2006. Renditions of Chesapeake and Gulf Coast Seafood remained the kitchen's focus, and the restaurant's new home maintained its homespun conviviality. Said Washingtonian Magazine, "The capitol dome shines in the background, a reminder of the new, more serious-minded neighbors who come here. But Johnny's still feels like home." In September 2007, New York Times dubbed the new venue a "Capital Gain" for Washington, DC.

• Dining Style: Casual Elegant
• Cuisine: Seafood
• Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
• Price: 31 - 50
• Cross Street: Between E Street and Louisana Ave
• Dress Code: Smart Casual
• Email: johnnyshalfshell@comcast.net
• Hours of Operation: Breakfast: Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 9:30am Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 2:30pm Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
• Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
• Parking: Complimentary parking in the Colonial Parking lot on E Street between New Jersey and North Capitol available nightly after 5:00 pm.
• Gift Certificates: Yes
• Wheelchair Accessibility: Yes
• Restaurant Features: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
• Private Party Facilities: Whether it’s business or pleasure, Johnny’s Half Shell wants your private event to be memorable. Our five rooms, including our outdoor terrace, are versatile enough to accommodate any size party, and any style event. In addition, the entire restaurant, or a portion of the restaurant, may be reserved.
• Private Party Contact: Kari Payne (202) 737-0400
• Executive Chef: Ann Cashion