Get ready to embark on a delectable culinary journey like never before during the highly anticipated Taste of Pride! From now through July 31st, you can enjoy an exquisite celebration of the LGBTQ+ community and dining flavors in the National Capital Region. Talented chefs and amazing restaurants will curate exceptional menus that showcase the best of their culinary artistry.
Taste of Pride (ToP) is an annual multi-tiered event series celebrating the rich connection between the LGBTQ+ and culinary communities. This year’s program will feature a multi-month collaboration between DC’s Business Improvement Districts (BIDS) that showcase the distinctive flavors and culinary talents within these vibrant neighborhoods.
Taste of Pride aims to blend the culinary artistry of Washington DC with the pride and diversity that define our community, paving the way for a vibrant WorldPride celebration.
According to the Washington Blade, Taste of Pride has partnered with local restaurants across the District to support local LGBTQ+ organizations. Brandon Bayton, Special Projects Influencer Manager for Capital Pride told the outlet that with the growing popularity of D.C.’s foodie scene, the event offers the perfect opportunity to support local businesses. “The restaurants that are participating are really stepping up to show their support for the LGBTQ community-especially in these troubling times right now. For them to step up and say, ‘Hey, we support you,’ it’s an opportunity for us to share them with our community and say, ‘We can support you too.’”
Bayton is Taste of Pride’s lead planner and producer and has ensured that each participating location is committed to creating a safe space.” Bayton has also made it a priority for restaurants to highlight their neighborhoods unique queer history. “Some of these restaurants are doing actual events, from drag events to poetry readings and hosting artists,” Bayton told the Blade.
To find our more about Taste of Pride visit worldpridedc.org/events/taste-of-pride
Some of this year’s Taste of Pride participating restaurants include:
Brasserie Liberté, 3251 Prospect St NW
Pinstripes 1064, Wisconsin Ave NW
Rosewood Washington DC | CUT by Wolfgang Puck, 1050 31st Street Northwest
Little Miner Taco, 1110 Congress St NE
King Street Oyster Bar, 22 M Street Northeast
COCO LEZZONE, 915 15 TH ST, NW, WASHINGTON DC 20005
El Tamarindo, 1785 Florida Avenue Northwest
La bonne vache, 3265 Prospect Street Northwest
Grace Street Coffee Roasters, 3299 K Street Northwest
Roofers Union, 2446 18th Street Northwest
DIG, 1301 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest
Fiola Mare, 3100 K Street NW
Pizzeria Paradiso, Dupont Circle 2003 P Street Northwest
Pizzeria Paradiso, Georgetown 3282 M Street Northwest
Emissary Georgetown, 3210 Grace Street Northwest
Alara ,1303 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest
Tony and Joes, 3000 K Street Northwest
Nicks Riverside Grill, 3050 K Street Northwest
Conrad Hotel, 950 New York Ave, NW
Sly, 222 M Street Northeast
Town Tavern, 2323 18th Street Northwest
La Grande Boucherie, 699 14th St NW
OLIO E PIÙ, 699 14th Street NW
Perry’s Restaurant, 1811 Columbia Rd NW
Namak, 1813 Columbia Road Northwest
The Jerk Pit, 2436 18th Street Northwest
Federalist Pig, 1654 Columbia Road Northwest
Daikaya, 705 6th Street Northwest
Tonari, 707 6th Street Northwest
Bantam King, 501 G Street Northwest
Johnny Pistolas, 2333 18th Street Northwest
Embassy Suites DC, 900 10th Street Northwest
Gyro deluxe, 1467 South Highview Lane
Prost DC, 919 5TH ST NW
Taberna del Alabardero, 1776 I Street Northwest
Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle/Certo! Restaurant, 2121 P Street NW \
The Madhatter, 1319 Connecticut Ave NW
Shaws Tavern , 520 Florida Avenue NW
Jane Jane, 1705 14th St NW
Logan Tavern, 1423 P Street NW
Wunder Garten, 1101 First St NE
Dogon by Kwame Onwuachi / Hotel Salamander, 1330 Maryland Avenue SW
ilili Restaurant, 100 District Square SW
801 Restaurant & Bar, 801 Florida Avenue NW
