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Engine Co. No. 6 is the oldest firehouse in the District of Columbia, even
predating the professional fire service in the city. Founded in 1855,
the building was the first of well-known Washington architect Adolf
Cluss's nearly 100 buildings to be constructed in D.C. Today it remains as one of
only 11 still standing. Originally home to Metropolitan Hook & Ladder 1, it later became Engine Company 6.
The building was decommissioned as a firehouse in 1974 and was
left abandoned and neglected for almost 40 years until five
local restauranteurs and longtime friends, Jeremy Carman, Gavin
Coleman, Paul Holder, Paul Madrid, and Tim Walsh, began restoration in 2011.
The objective - to restore the firehouse back to its former glory and remind visitors and
locals of the importance of this building in the District's history. As
operators of Town Hall in Glover Park and the
Dubliner Irish pub in Capitol Hill, the owners have used their many
years of experience to help bring a vibrant dining and bar location back
to the Mount Vernon Triangle neighborhood.

Private Events

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Whether you are looking to enjoy an intimate dinner party, a cocktail event, or even a casual happy hour, our attentive and professional staff will ensure your evening is memorable.

Call us to inquire: or use the form below

Event Request

MAIN BAR

With full access to our premium wines, local craft brews, as well as handcrafted cocktails, the Bar is prefect for your casual happy hour, late night get-togethers, or sports viewing parties. Reservations can be made for groups as small as 15 guests or as many as 100 guests with an extension into the Bar Dining Room.

Capacity:
Standing - 50 guests


Menu Options:
Passed Hors D'oeuvres
Stationary Hors D'oeuvres

Available:
Two TVs
Apple TV
Audio Input

BAR DINING ROOM

Lined with cozy booths and dark, hardwood floors the Bar Dining Room provides guests with an additional standing room for 50 guests or dining space for up to 16 guests at one table.

Capacity:
Seated - 16 guests
Standing - 50 guests


Menu Options:
Passed Hors D'oeuvres
Stationary Hors D'oeuvres
3 course Lunch/Dinner
4 course Dinner


Available:
Three TVs
Apple TV
Audio Input

UPSTAIRS DINING ROOM

Exposed brick, hardwood floors, and large bay windows looking out onto the patio are just some of the original touches of the old firehouse that are preserved in the Upstairs Dining Room. From business dinners to cocktailing parties, from your rehearsal dinner to your late night birthday party, the Upstairs Dining Room is truly a universal space that can accommodate all of your private event needs.


Capacity:
Seated – 54 guests
Standing – 80 guests

Menu Options:
Passed Hors D'oeuvres
Stationary Hors D'oeuvres
3 course Lunch/Dinner
4 course Dinner


Available:
Satellite Bar
Private Audio Input


Extras:
A/V Capabilities

PATIO

From the brick pavers under your feet to the bistro string-lighting overhead, the Patio encompasses the comfortable outdoor experience you are looking for. Situated at the front of the restaurant, the space acts as both a stand-alone event space as well as an extension of our Bar and Bar Dining Room.


Capacity:
Seated – 54 guests
Standing – 100 guests


Menu Options:
Passed Hors D'oeuvres
Stationary Hors D'oeuvres
3 course Lunch/Dinner
4 course Dinner


Available:
Satellite Bar
Table Linens


Extras:
Grill
Tent Covering

RESTAURANT BUYOUT

Whether it's for your holiday work party or a large convention, Sixth Engine offers the option of reserving the full restaurant.

Capacity:
250 guests


Menu Options:
Passed Hors D'oeuvres
Stationary Hors D'oeuvres

Hours & Location

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438 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001



 

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday - Thursday
4:30 pm – 1:30 am

Friday
4:30 pm – 2:30 am

Saturday
11 am – 2:30 am

Sunday
11 am – 1:30 am

Please refer to menus for kitchen hours.

RESERVATIONS

or OpenTable

GENERAL INQUIRIES & SPECIAL EVENTS

info@sixthengine.com

GIFT CARDS

We sell gift cards. Please give us a call to inquire.

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