José Andrés to Open 'Bazaar Meat' Steakhouse in DC
Chef José Andrés will replace his restaurant "The Bazaar" at the Waldorf Astoria in DC with a new steakhouse concept called "Bazaar Meat." The new restaurant will focus on theatrical dishes and large-format cuts of meat.
The transformation from The Bazaar to Bazaar Meat marks a new chapter in a long history for José Andrés at the Old Post Office. Andrés first dreamed of opening a restaurant in the historic building back in 1993. The chef was originally slated to open a restaurant in the building in 2016, but pulled out after its then-owner, Donald Trump, made disparaging comments about immigrants, leading to a lawsuit that was settled in 2017. The Bazaar by José Andrés had a relatively short run, opening in the Waldorf Astoria in February 2023 and closing its doors on March 11, 2026, after just over three years. Its menu featured playful and avant-garde dishes with Spanish roots and Americana nods, such as a "Philly cheesesteak" made with airbread and wagyu beef, and a beef cheeks "Eisenhower stew". The incoming Bazaar Meat is not a new concept for the chef; it already has successful locations in Las Vegas, Chicago, and other cities. The restaurant is described as a "wild and wonderful celebration of the carnivorous" and a reimagining of the traditional steakhouse with theatrical presentations and inventive techniques. Diners can expect a menu centered around high-quality meats, including imported and rare cuts, with a prominent jamón bar. Signature dishes from other locations that are expected in D.C. include cotton candy foie gras, caviar cones, and large-format items like a Spanish-style whole suckling pig and a bone-in ribeye called "chuletón".
