Moxies DC, located at 1111 20th St. NW in the Golden Triangle, brings polished, premium-casual dining to the heart of downtown Washington, offering globally inspired food, handcrafted cocktails, warm hospitality, and a full late-night menu in an energetic downtown setting.
Built for the way Washingtonians dine today, Moxies is stylish without being formal, lively and versatile enough for a business lunch, weekday happy hour, dinner with friends, group celebrations, cocktails, or a late-night meal. The restaurant serves lunch, dinner, happy hour, weekend brunch, and its full menu is available until 1 am.
With 10 locations across the U.S., Moxies has a proven multi-market presence while remaining intentional about where and how it grows. The Washington, DC location marks an important step for the brand, introducing Moxies to a city known for its discerning diners, strong restaurant culture, and demand for restaurants that can move seamlessly between professional, social, and celebratory occasions.
At the helm of Moxies DC is Brandon Thordarson, a longtime Moxies leader who spent more than a decade as the Executive Chef and Director of Culinary with the brand before stepping into his current role as franchisee. His path from the kitchen to ownership reflects Moxies’ commitment to developing leaders from within and creating restaurants led by people who understand the guest experience from the ground up.
“Washington, DC is an important market for Moxies, and we are proud to bring the brand to the city in a meaningful way,” said Joanne Forrester, President and Chief Operating Officer of Moxies Restaurants. “Moxies is known for fresh, made-in-house dishes, handcrafted cocktails, genuine hospitality, and an atmosphere that works for many different occasions. Brandon understands every part of that experience, and his leadership makes this restaurant especially personal for us.”
For Thordarson, Moxies DC represents both a professional milestone and a long-term investment in the local community.
“After years of growing with Moxies, stepping into the role of franchisee in DC is incredibly meaningful,” said Brandon Thordarson, Franchisee of Moxies DC. “We built this restaurant to be welcoming, energetic, and consistent — a place where guests can come for a great lunch, a memorable dinner, a cocktail after work, or a late-night meal. We’re excited to continue introducing ourselves to Washingtonians, and we’d love the opportunity to welcome more guests in and show them what Moxies is all about.”
The Moxies menu features a wide range of globally inspired dishes made with quality ingredients, alongside signature cocktails, wine, beer, and spirit-free options. Designed to feel elevated yet approachable, Moxies DC offers a dining room, bar, and social atmosphere suited for everyday visits as well as special occasions.
Moxies DC is now open at 1111 20th St. NW, serving lunch, dinner, happy hour, and late-night dining. The full menu is available until 1 a.m.
Reservations are encouraged and can be made online via OpenTable.
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