Cafeterias

Forrestal Cafeteria

The Forrestal Cafeteria is open to Department of Energy employees and to the public.  The cafeteria is open weekdays from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and is located at the Department of Energy's Forrestal building at 1000 Independence Ave., SW, Washington DC, 20585, across the street from the Smithsonian Castle.  The cafeteria is located on the east side of the L'Enfant Plaza street

Forrestal Cafeteria Hours of Operation

  • Breakfast Served from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

  • Lunch served from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

  • The cafeteria will be open continuously for food services and seating from 7:00 a.m. though 2:00 p.m.

Food Stations:

  • Dohlio Pizza Station – enjoy classic favorites and daily specialty pies.

  • WeBurg Grill – savor signature burgers, chicken tenders, and other grilled favorites.

  • Uptown Sam’s Delicatessen – customize your perfect sandwich.

  • Field Art Salad Bar – build your own fresh and flavorful salad.

  • BeWell – a dedicated space for nutritious, wholesome meals.

  • Sushi – locally prepared, fresh sushi.

  • Daily Specials – each station will feature rotating specials to keep things exciting.

Other food services and food related resources at the Forrestal and Germantown buildings for Department of Energy employees

Employees should use the Department's Energy Hub page on Employee Services at HQ for information on all the food services and infrastructure that are at the Forrestal and Germantown buildings.  The Energy Hub is on the DOE employee intranet and can only be accessed by a system with access to the DOE network, and is not available through public access.  These services include:

  • Forrestal Subway
  • Forrestal Dunkin' Donuts
  • Forrestal 4th Floor Fresh Express Café Snack Bar
  • 24-Hour Mini Marts and Coffee Kiosks
  • Vending Machines
  • Filtered Water Filling Stations and Ice Machines
  • Kitchenettes for Employees to Prepare Meals