DC Preservation League • August 9, 2011Two major components (old Marine Barracks and Band Hall) of a unified composition of military buildings built in 1902-06, using the designs of architects Hornblower & Marshall and George Hadfield.
Tim R. • April 12, 2011The restaurant is expensive. If you can, get over to one of the cafes in the surrounding office buildings. It gives you an even better Capitol experience.
DC Preservation League • May 11, 2011Constructed between 1879 and 1881, this is the nation’s best preserved example of 19th-century world’s fair or exposition-type architecture; Adolf Cluss Architect; National Historic Landmark.
Ellie P. • September 26, 2014One of the better, little-known D.C. great photo op spots.
Eli G. • February 20, 2011Historic office building, small think-tanks and advocacy groups are housed here.
Nicolas P. • July 17, 2013Named after the Doctor who used to own the building, they offer the best belgian fare in the city. Specifically Mussels and Fries. And GREAT belgian Beer. For dinner, show up early(5pm) or late(10pm).
Allyson W. • January 11, 2012Good coffee. Could benefit from more breakfast food choices, especially now that a giant office building is across the street.
Daniel J. • July 18, 2011Sit at the bar. Fantastic beer selection. Great stop for lunch when visiting the capital building.
DC Preservation League • March 9, 2011Only structure to survive from the original Marine Barracks, and one of few public buildings to survive the 1814 burning of Washington; built 1801-05 (George Hadfield, architect).
Tom C. • July 21, 2011If you really want to see Congress in action (optional space...), head to a committee meeting here. No charge, WAY easier to get into, and you can bring water bottles. Plus awesome ceiling art!
Julian B. • October 19, 2010Try the sushi in the food court........good stuff
Dean M. • October 13, 2011The five story atrium is the centerpiece of the building's architectural design and is worth visiting and photographing. There is also a large statue of Justice Thurgood Marshall in the atrium.
David C. • December 7, 2010Stir fry in caf healthy & tasty. Don is very friendly as he makes it to order.
Erik M. • August 31, 2011Tourists can eat in the main cafe but beware, it is a bit more expensive than nearby places.
Shaun F. • December 3, 2009Make sure you check out the cafe on the bottom floor. The Buffalo chicken wrap and salad are fantastic
Diana J. • June 14, 2012I definitely recommend the deli at the entry for breakfast food, sandwiches are made to order just like you like!
Architect of the Capitol (AOC) • June 21, 2018The O'Neill Building was constructed in the 1960s, and named after former Speaker of the House Thomas P. "Tip" O'Neill in 2012. Ownership was transferred to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2017.
Samuel G. • June 8, 2012Great food court with a variety of food flamers has a bit of a line sometimes but worth it
Kate • October 28, 2011Check out the racquet ball court on the 3rd floor!
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