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CategoriesSeafood, Fish & Chips, Seafood Markets
Location1309 5th St NE Union Market, Washington, DC, DC
Gift Tips
- Try the fish and chips for a classic order, especially the crispy cod or dogfish with tartar sauce and slaw.
- Ask about the seafood sandwich options, like the shrimp po'boy, salmon cheesesteak, or shrimp banh mi, for something a little different.
- If you want a lighter meal, the poke bowls and donburi bowls are a good way to try fresh fish with simple toppings.
- Stop by the seafood case if you want to take fresh, sustainable fish home for cooking later.
- Go in person if possible, since the counter service and market setup make it easy to choose from the day’s seafood selections.
- If you plan to enjoy a drink with your meal, a glass of wine can be an easy add-on for a relaxed lunch or dinner.
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Price$$
AmbienceCasual
Hours
Monday-Sunday: 11AM-8PM
The District Fishwife is a seafood restaurant and market in Union Market in Washington, DC. It serves the neighborhood with a casual setup that works well for a fast meal, a market visit, or picking up fresh fish to take home.
- Ambiance: The District Fishwife has a casual, market-style setting at Union Market in Washington, DC. It is a laid-back place for a quick lunch, a relaxed meal with friends, or a stop while exploring the market.
- Cuisine: The restaurant focuses on fresh seafood, with a mix of prepared dishes and seafood market offerings. Guests can find fish and chips, poke bowls, donburi bowls, and seafood sandwiches made with regional and sustainable ingredients.
- Highlights: It also serves as a full-service fishmonger, so diners can enjoy a meal and shop for seafood in one visit. Standout items often include the fish and chips, salmon burger, shrimp banh mi, and other fresh market selections.
The menu gives guests a good mix of comfort food and lighter seafood dishes. From fried fish baskets to rice bowls and sandwiches, the restaurant offers plenty of choices for people who want something fresh without a lot of fuss.
Beyond the prepared food, The District Fishwife stands out for its market side and focus on sustainable seafood. That makes it a useful stop for both dining in and shopping for quality fish in the city.
Its location at Union Market adds to the experience, since visitors can pair a meal here with time spent browsing the rest of the market. It is a practical spot for seafood lovers who want variety and freshness in one place.
Customer Reviews
It's not what you know, it's who you know! Someone I just met at the market, who has informed me they'd been to the market 100+ times, told me the best... read review
We tried blue catfish and dogfish. Very nice flaky dogfish,tastes just like cod. I know I like blue catfish too. They make the best chips/fries and unusual... read review
The salmon burger is a solid item on the menu. It's a little pricey, although not outrageous, especially compared to other places at union market. read review
Dave W.
05/19/2026
05/19/2026Caroline S.06/07/2026
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04/13/2026
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