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Located in Washington DC, across from the Convention Center, All-Purpose Shaw offers New Jersey-style pizza and classic Italian American cuisine. Enjoy deck oven pizzas, antipasti, and top-rated specials in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Whether you’re here for a family meal, a romantic dinner, or just to satisfy your pizza cravings, we have you covered. Sip on craft cocktails, local beer, or Italian wines at our bar. Known for exceptional flavors and ambiance, All-Purpose Shaw is one of the best Italian American restaurants in DC. Come dine with us and experience it yourself!
Italian-American destination for artisanal pizzas, antipasti & wine in a buzzy, rustic-modern space.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1250 9th St NW Unit 2, Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 849-6174
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Reservations: allpurposedc.comresy.com
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Reviews
Mark Benitez
Heard about how good the pizza is here. But we were a little disappointed. We weren’t exactly expecting VPN pizzas but it was below what we expected. We had the breakfast sandwich, funghi and standard pizzas, and egg soufflé with a side of grilled focaccia. The breakfast sandwich with the Caesar salad side and funghi pizzas were good. But the egg soufflé had no seasoning whatsoever. We had to ask for salt. The mushroom pizza was righteous but the standard was overwhelmingly sweet. Definitely not accustomed with that flavor. And I’ve had pizzas with drizzled honey before and this one was way too sweet. Service was good at the beginning but I suspect they got busier towards the end.
… moreCody Petrella
Among the best dough I’ve ever had. Cheese and sauce were solid, but the dough is the main character here. I personally prefer mine a little more well done, but even so, the crust was crispy and the dough was the perfect level of chew. Great spot.
… moreJoseph Gilley
All-purpose pizza was a great place. The staff was very friendly and the food was great. The specialty pizzas we ordered were delicious. Go with friends to order multiple and share. The only thing that was upsetting was how fast I got full! I’ll definitely go back to try more things!
… moreDemi Stokes
I recently visited All-Purpose Pizza while in the middle of moving and decided to take my daughter and her friend out for pizza. The space itself is very cute and inviting, and I was excited to try it. However, it took us about 45 minutes to find parking, and at seven months pregnant, I was already exhausted and hungry by the time we walked in.
I am a culinary school graduate with years of experience in fine dining, both professionally and as a guest, so I understand how busy restaurants operate and how important proper communication and hospitality are.
When we were greeted, we were told there would be about an hour wait. As the host walked away and began helping others who arrived after us, I was confused about how the waitlist worked. I politely asked for clarification, but another staff member abruptly interrupted our conversation and was extremely rude and dismissive. The interaction made us feel unwelcome and uncomfortable.
I then asked to speak with the general manager, and the staff member identified herself as the general manager and said her name was Asia. Unfortunately, the interaction did not reflect the level of professionalism, leadership, or hospitality I would expect from management.
This was honestly one of the worst hospitality experiences I’ve had since moving to the DC area. Because of how we were treated, we decided to leave without ordering food. I understand restaurants get busy, but courtesy and respectful communication are essential. This experience was deeply disappointing, and I hope they make improvements in how they treat their guests.
… moreI am a culinary school graduate with years of experience in fine dining, both professionally and as a guest, so I understand how busy restaurants operate and how important proper communication and hospitality are.
When we were greeted, we were told there would be about an hour wait. As the host walked away and began helping others who arrived after us, I was confused about how the waitlist worked. I politely asked for clarification, but another staff member abruptly interrupted our conversation and was extremely rude and dismissive. The interaction made us feel unwelcome and uncomfortable.
I then asked to speak with the general manager, and the staff member identified herself as the general manager and said her name was Asia. Unfortunately, the interaction did not reflect the level of professionalism, leadership, or hospitality I would expect from management.
This was honestly one of the worst hospitality experiences I’ve had since moving to the DC area. Because of how we were treated, we decided to leave without ordering food. I understand restaurants get busy, but courtesy and respectful communication are essential. This experience was deeply disappointing, and I hope they make improvements in how they treat their guests.
Ani Shubitidze
Visited Washington for a week, and this place had the best pizza I’ve ever had hands down! The food was incredible, the service was top-notch, and the staff were super friendly and welcoming.
What really stood out was they even had a separate oven dedicated to gluten-free pizzas, which was a huge plus.
If you’re in town and love pizza, this spot is an absolute must-visit!
… moreWhat really stood out was they even had a separate oven dedicated to gluten-free pizzas, which was a huge plus.
If you’re in town and love pizza, this spot is an absolute must-visit!
brooklyn spears
All the appetizers, pizzas, and desserts were delicious. Recommend the Sedgwick! The service was absolutely impeccable. Leftovers were also packaged nicely for us.
… moreAnjali Ponnekanti
All Purpose is some of the best pizza I ever had anywhere. A hidden gem, I go once a week. The happy hour/ pizza hour is an excellent deal as well, $7 wine and mini martinis AND $11 pizza! Are you kidding me ?!?!? My go to is the Bueno pizza, pepperoni and honey, and Cesar salad. Don’t sleep on the dippers, the parmesan dip is addictive. Also, make sure you check out the specials, they have great options sometimes like Hawaiian and BBQ chicken. There was also a Julep and Pomodoro (tomato liquor) cocktail that were delish and STRONG. Great service as well 🙂 can’t wait until they bring the brussel sprouts back in the fall.
… moreKelsey Jenkins
I love this place. The menu is full of classic pizzas and a few more interesting combos. The lil dippers are a fun addition for your pizza crusts – highly recommend that. My one critique is that everything could use a stronger sprinkle of salt. That said, the pizza and beers and tasty, and the service is friendly and quick. Great place for a slice!
… moreReid Clarke
Everything about this place stands out in the best way possible. The environment was calm and refined, making it easy to enjoy the meal without distractions. The food was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. Service flowed smoothly from start to finish, and the attention to detail was noticeable. A fantastic example of what great dining should feel like.
… moreSwiss Ibex
The pizza was delicious and well done. My waitress was very attentive, quick and proposed a beer tasting in order to select the best one for the evening. It was a throughly delightful evening. Heartily recommended!
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