All Purpose Pizzeria (Shaw)
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1250 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
All Purpose Pizzeria is an Italian-American spot in DC's Shaw neighborhood, opened in 2016 by chef Michael Friedman (also behind The Red Hen) and known for its crunchy, flavorful Jersey-style pizza, house-made charcuterie, and red-sauce classics. The original Shaw location at 1250 9th St NW anchors a small group that also includes a Capitol Riverfront/Navy Yard outpost. In January 2025, All Purpose debuted a dedicated dry cocktail menu at both its Shaw and Capitol Riverfront locations, expanding its non-alcoholic options beyond the usual sodas. The named spirit-free drinks include The Golden Boot (pineapple juice, basil, lemon juice, and soda) and the Positano Punch (pomegranate and apple with rosemary simple syrup and grapefruit bitters). The restaurant is a lively, social space that hosts a popular weekend drag brunch, making it a comfortable choice for non-drinkers who still want a full night out. All Purpose was named to Washingtonian's 100 Very Best Restaurants 2025 (#69), and the Shaw original earned early acclaim from the Washington Post after its debut. With solid named NA options on a real, current menu, it rates a 3 for non-alcoholic strength.
Non-alcoholic menu: what to order
- The Golden Boot
- Positano Punch
Menus change — see the current full menu on All Purpose Pizzeria (Shaw)'s website.
Non-alcoholic brands they serve
House-crafted NA cocktails
Location
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