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Start race day the right way at Hard Rock Cafe Washington DC!Join us on August 23 as we open early at 10:00 AM for a special Grand Prix Show Buffet Lunch before the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.Located just two blocks from the race action, Hard Rock Cafe Washington DC is the perfect place to fuel up before an exhilarating day on the track. Enjoy a hearty buffet, a live DJ, and all the excitement leading up to race time while watching the INDYCAR Series pre-race coverage and activities streamed throughout the cafe on our TVs.Your buffet experience includes unlimited coffee, tea, and soft drinks, making it the ideal way to start an action-packed day.*Menu details will be announced soon.*Fuel your body, enjoy the atmosphere, and get ready for the thrill of the Freedom 250 Grand Prixjust steps away from the action!For ADA accommodations or dietary restrictions, please email washington_dc_social@hardrock.com prior to the event so we may assist with appropriate arrangements.
- Located at main entrance
- Valid photo ID required
- Typically open 1 hour before event start time
- Tickets must be picked up by authorized purchaser
- Street parking available
- Nearby public parking garages
- Valet parking not standard
- Metered street parking in downtown DC
- ADA compliant venue
- Wheelchair accessible areas
- Ground floor entry
- Accessible restrooms
- Staff trained to assist guests with disabilities
- Business casual attire
- No outside food or beverages
- Must be 21+ after 9 PM
- No smoking inside venue
- Photo identification may be required
- Children welcome during daytime hours
- Must be accompanied by adult
- Kids menu available
- No unaccompanied minors after 9 PM
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