Dining at the hotel: Anthem, Lobby Bar, The Dignitary and more
Marriott Marquis Washington, DC offers on-site dining options that cover breakfast and lunch at Anthem, casual drinks and bar bites at Lobby Bar beneath the glass atrium, and evening whiskey-focused cocktails and small plates at The Dignitary. A Starbucks in the lobby provides quick coffee and pastry pickup for busy days; reservations are recommended for Anthem and sometimes for The Dignitary.
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Where to eat on site
Anthem serves cooked-to-order American breakfast and a lunch menu inspired by classic Marriott Hot Shoppe dishes. It operates in the morning and early afternoon and accepts reservations.
The Lobby Bar sits under the hotel’s 14-story glass atrium and is a casual place for cocktails, dinner items and bar bites without a reservation requirement. The Dignitary is the hotel’s evening whiskey lounge with cocktails and small plates; a reservation is sometimes recommended for dinner service.
- Anthem — Breakfast & Lunch; reservations accepted
- Lobby Bar — Cocktails & Bar Bites; walk-ins welcome
- The Dignitary — Whiskey & cocktails; evening small plates
- Starbucks — lobby coffee, mobile ordering available
| Outlet | Typical service | Hours (general) |
|---|---|---|
| Anthem | Breakfast & Lunch | Morning to early afternoon |
| Lobby Bar | Cocktails & Dinner Options | Daytime into evening |
| The Dignitary | Whiskey bar & small plates | Evening |
Anthem — breakfast and lunch
Anthem is the hotel’s main daytime restaurant, described as a modern diner serving American classics and a weekend breakfast buffet. It’s suitable for guests looking for cooked-to-order breakfast items and an approachable lunch.
Reservations are accepted (Anthem is on OpenTable) but walk-ins are usually possible. The restaurant’s dress code is casual.
- Serves: Breakfast & Lunch
- Hours: breakfast early morning; lunch midday
- Dress code: Casual
- Reservation: Accepted via OpenTable or by phone
| Service | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | Mon–Fri early morning; Sat–Sun slightly later |
| Lunch | Midday |
Lobby Bar — daytime and casual evenings
The Lobby Bar is located beneath the multi-story atrium and is designed for casual meetups, daytime drinks and lighter evening fare. It typically doesn’t require reservations, making it convenient for quick post-convention drinks or a relaxed start to the day.
Hours reported for the Lobby Bar vary by source; it operates through the day and into the early evening. It offers signature cocktails, curated spirits and bar bites.
- Atmosphere: Casual, atrium setting
- No reservation needed for typical visits
- Menu: Cocktails, curated spirits, bar bites and dinner items
| Feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Reservation | Not required |
| Best for | Casual meetups, post-event drinks |
| Setting | Under the glass atrium |
The Dignitary — whisky lounge and evening fare
The Dignitary is described by the hotel as an elevated whiskey and cocktail lounge that focuses on global whisky selections, cocktails and small plates for evening dining. Google and third-party listings show evening hours, commonly starting in the late afternoon and extending past sunset.
A reservation is recommended for some evening services at The Dignitary, especially on nights with higher demand. Dress tends toward smart-casual given the lounge’s refined tone.
- Serves: Whiskey, cocktails, small plates
- Hours: generally evening (many sources list 5:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m.)
- Reservation: Recommended for dinner or busy evenings
| Why go | When to visit |
|---|---|
| Whisky selection and cocktails | Evening |
| Small plates for sharing | After 5:00 p.m. |
| Refined lounge atmosphere | Dinner service (reservation suggested) |
Coffee, grab-and-go and in-room options
A Starbucks in the lobby serves espresso drinks, iced beverages, pastries and snacks with mobile ordering available for faster pickup. This is the easiest option for early departures or long convention days.
In-room dining availability depends on the hotel’s current service offerings; the hotel's materials note food outlets on site but do not detail a full 24-hour room service menu. If you need breakfast delivered or late-night snacks, check with the front desk on arrival.
- Lobby Starbucks — mobile ordering available
- Anthem covers cooked-to-order breakfast (not complimentary)
- Ask the front desk for current in-room dining details
| Option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Starbucks (lobby) | Quick coffee and grab-and-go |
| Anthem | Seated breakfast or lunch |
| In-room dining | Subject to availability — check at check-in |
Dining for groups, events and weddings
The hotel’s large event spaces — including the Marquis Ballroom and Liberty Ballroom — allow on-site catering for conferences, receptions and weddings. The Marriott meeting services team provides catering and event production support for larger functions.
If you are planning a group meal, the hotel’s events team handles menus, AV support and staffing; contact the meeting services or catering manager through the hotel to discuss menus, dietary needs and timing.
- Catering available for events in Marquis Ballroom and other venues
- 24-hour meeting services team offers AV and event production support
- On-site dining outlets (Anthem, Lobby Bar, The Dignitary) can serve pre- or post-event dining needs
| Event space | Use |
|---|---|
| Marquis Ballroom | Large receptions, ceremonies, concerts |
| Liberty Ballroom | Mid-size banquets and receptions |
| Smaller salons & boardrooms | Breakouts, private dinners, meeting meals |
