private dining

Private Dining & Events in Dupont Circle

Our Dupont dining room, set for your gathering

Plan your next event at Alfreda, where handcrafted sourdough pizzas and thoughtful cocktails come together in a centrally-located setting. Our space works well for birthdays, team dinners, client gatherings, celebrations, and private parties that call for great food without a stiff event-room feel. Expect generous, shareable food, attentive hospitality, and a private dining experience that feels polished but relaxed.

the space

Alfreda is an excellent setting for private dinners, business lunches, celebrations, and group events. It's private dining that feels considered and comfortable.

Capacity and seating

Group size and layout depend on the style of the event. Tell us your guest count and preferred format, and we’ll help determine the best setup.

food and service

Our private event menus are customized. The service is polished but direct, with a focus on making the event run smoothly.

Book an event

Private dining

The room, reserved for you.

Alfreda is available for semi-private events and full restaurant buyouts, depending on the size and style of your gathering. The space can be arranged for seated meals or more casual standing receptions, with capacity confirmed based on your guest count and event format. The room feels warm, intimate, and relaxed, with the energy of a neighborhood restaurant and enough polish for a private event.

Food & drink

We’ll help shape the food and beverage format around the size, timing, and tone of your event. We offer family-style or plated, gluten-free and vegan options, as well as cocktail and wine pairings.

Booking

Send us your preferred date, guest count, event type, and whether you’re interested in a semi-private gathering or full buyout. From there, our team will confirm availability and help outline the best setup for the space.

Good to know

Capacity, menu options, and pricing depend on the event format, timing, and level of service. The more detail you can share upfront, the easier it is for us to recommend the right structure.

Plan your event with us.

Tell us about your gathering and we'll take it from there.

Inquire about private dining

Alfreda private dining room set for an event

Capacities

Alfreda Dining, semi-private: up to 20 seated.

Alfreda Dining, full buyout: up to 50 seated, 75 reception.

Receptions

Passed and Stationed Selections

Choose three, four, or five selections.

Alfreda Pie

crushed tomato, fresh mozzarella, aged mozzarella, wild oregano, cracked black pepper, romano

White Pie

fresh mozzarella, aged mozzarella, basil, garlic oil (no tomato), romano, grana padano

Smoked Salmon Pizza

dill cream cheese, lemon and cracked black pepper

Marinated Sheep’s Feta

tomato salsa, toasted sesame and focaccia crostini

Prime Beef Tartare

Dijon mustard, capers and chive on focaccia crostini

Roasted Eggplant & Goat Cheese

cherry tomatoes and cilantro

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare

Fresno pepper, lime and cilantro

Leek & Potato Soup

sourdough croutons, crème fraîche

Mini Crab Cake

jumbo lump Maryland crab, pico de gallo, salsa verde

Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies & Milk

Carrot Cake

cream cheese frosting, toasted walnuts

Fruit Tart

seasonal berries, apricot jam

Chocolate Truffles

Action Stations

Pizza Station

assortment of pies with your choice of toppings and our signature sauces

Salad Station

choose two of Alfreda’s signature salads

Tartare Station

beef or tuna tartare with focaccia crostini

Cheese & Charcuterie Station

selection of artisanal cheeses and charcuterie, assorted breads, crackers, mustards, pickles, dried fruits and honeycomb

Whole Fish Carving Station

salt baked branzino, fresh citrus & salsa verde

Prime Beef Carving Station

oven roasted prime beef, garlic-thyme butter and steak sauce

Seafood Station

poached shrimp, Maine lobster, snow crab claws, fresh oysters, cocktail sauce, sweet mustard, horseradish remoulade. Ice sculpture rental fees apply.

Individual Plated Dinners

Three courses. Additional course selections are available.

First Course (select one)

Caesar Salad

romaine hearts, sourdough breadcrumbs, grana padano

Alfreda Chopped Salad

arugula, romaine, tomato, cucumber, scallion, radish, jalapeño, white wine vinaigrette, crispy sourdough

Beet & Goat Cheese Salad

goat cheese, toasted hazelnuts, balsamic vinaigrette

Tuna Tartare

shallot, jalapeño, cilantro, lemon

Shrimp Cocktail

cocktail sauce, garlic aioli

Steak Tartare

focaccia crostini

Leek & Potato Soup

sourdough croutons, crème fraîche

Second Course (select two)

Citrus Marinated Chicken Breast

salsa verde

Brick Oven Roasted Salmon

citrus & herb butter sauce

Roasted Halibut

lemon & black pepper

Flat Iron Steak

chimichurri

Cast Iron Roasted Steak Au Poivre

green peppercorn sauce (supplement applies)

Third Course (select one)

Tiramisu

sponge cake, mascarpone cream, espresso liqueur

Sourdough Bread Pudding

vanilla ice cream, caramel

Selections of Ice Cream and Sorbet

Carrot Cake

cream cheese frosting, toasted walnuts, vanilla ice cream

Chocolate Lava Cake

vanilla ice cream

Family Style Dinner

Starters (select two)

Garbanzos & Whipped Feta

house made sourdough & focaccia

Garlic Bread

whipped ricotta & basil pesto

Tuna Tartare

shallot, jalapeño, cilantro, lemon

Shrimp Cocktail

cocktail sauce, garlic aioli

Steak Tartare

focaccia crostini

Alfreda Signature Salads (select two)

Caesar Salad

romaine hearts, sourdough breadcrumbs, grana padano

Alfreda Chopped Salad

arugula, romaine, tomato, cucumber, scallion, radish, jalapeño, white wine vinaigrette, crispy sourdough

Beet & Goat Cheese Salad

goat cheese, toasted hazelnuts, balsamic vinaigrette

Alfreda’s Pies (select two, with up to three toppings of your choice)

Plain

crushed tomato, fresh mozzarella, aged mozzarella

Tomato

crushed tomato, garlic, chili, fresh basil, romano

White

fresh mozzarella, aged mozzarella, basil, garlic oil (no tomato), romano, grana padano

Alfreda

crushed tomato, fresh mozzarella, aged mozzarella, romano, wild oregano, cracked black pepper

ToppingsWild Mushroom, Pepperoni, Pennsylvania Sausage, Bacon, Italian Anchovy, Castelvetrano Olive, Roasted Sweet Onion, Pickled Chilis, Basil, Garlic Oil.

Signature Dipping Sauces (supplement applies)

Alfreda Sauce

Duke’s mayo, sour cream, buttermilk, hot honey, oregano, sage, dill, chive, red wine vinegar

Chili Sauce

olive oil, garlic, onion, sundried tomato, chili flake, sugar, parsley, oregano, lemon, red wine vinegar, Calabrian chili

Hot Honey

honey, Calabrian chili, crushed chili pepper, cayenne, sherry vinegar

Dessert (select two)

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Tiramisu

sponge cake, mascarpone cream, espresso liqueur

Sourdough Bread Pudding

vanilla ice cream, caramel

Pricing available upon request. Every private event is tailored to your group. Reach out and we will build a package and quote around your date, guest count, and space.

Booking Requirements

To finalize your event booking, a signed agreement and 50% deposit for the food and beverage minimum is required.
Deposit refunds: deposits are refundable if you cancel more than 14 days before the event. Cancellations within 14 days result in the deposit being retained.
Payment due: the final balance is due on the event date.
Food and beverage minimums: these vary based on the date, number of guests, and event space selection.
Event window: all event pricing is based on a two-hour event window. Please inquire should you want to hold a longer event.

Additional Fees

All food and beverage items are subject to a 3% administrative fee, 20% service charge, and 10% sales tax. Prices quoted do not include these additional fees.
Dietary requests: inform us ahead of time about any dietary requirements, allergies, or preferences.
Audio-visual services: our venue does not include AV equipment, but we can coordinate with an external vendor for these services.
Pricing notice: due to market availability, menu items and prices may change without notice.