Wednesday, March 25, 2026
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Unconventional Diner
1207 9th Street NW
Washington, DC
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During the 74th ABA Antitrust Spring Meeting, The Capitol Forum is hosting our annual Spring Happy Hour.
As colleagues from across the antitrust community gather in Washington for the ABA Spring Meeting, The Capitol Forum team looks forward to reconnecting in person with friends, subscribers, and members of the broader competition policy community.
We hope you will join us to step away from your conference schedule for a bit, unplug, and enjoy a relaxed evening of conversation with policymakers, regulators, attorneys, economists, journalists, and industry leaders visiting from across the country.
Please be our guest for complimentary drinks and light bites as we gather for an informal happy hour just steps from the Spring Meeting activity.
Please contact events@tcfpress.com with questions. We look forward to seeing you in Washington.
No Speaker Bios for This Event
Unlike our conferences, this gathering is simply an opportunity for the Capitol Forum community to step away from the conference schedule, unplug, and connect with one another in person. Many thanks to our hosts at The Unconventional Diner!
If you are interested in speaking at a future Capitol Forum conference or would like to learn more about our upcoming events, please contact events@tcfpress.com.
For this happy hour, however, there’s no stage or panels — just good conversation and great company.
Unconventional Diner
1207 9th Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 847-0122
Website: https://www.unconventionaldiner.com
This year’s Capitol Forum Spring Happy Hour will take place at Unconventional Diner, one of Washington, DC’s most beloved and award-winning restaurants located in the vibrant Shaw neighborhood just steps from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
Led by Chef David Deshaies, Unconventional Diner has earned national attention for its creative take on modern comfort food—blending classic diner favorites with global flavors and elevated techniques. The restaurant has received numerous accolades, including recognition from the MICHELIN Guide with a Bib Gourmand distinction and several RAMMY Awards, and it is frequently named among Washington’s best restaurants.
With its lively atmosphere, inventive menu, and welcoming bar scene, Unconventional Diner has become a favorite gathering spot for Washington’s policy and business community. The Capitol Forum team has enjoyed hosting our Spring Happy Hour here during the ABA Antitrust Spring Meeting for several years, and it is always a highlight of the week.
We look forward to welcoming colleagues and friends from across the competition policy community for another great evening of conversation, drinks, and networking.
5:00 p.m.
Check in with The Capitol Forum’s friendly marketing team and grab your first drink.
5:05 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Enjoy great food, great conversation, and a relaxed evening with colleagues from across the antitrust and competition policy community.
Panels, presentations, and formal remarks have been replaced with something even better: time to connect in person.
Unplugging from your phone is encouraged—but not required.
Add Event to Calendar
Questions about the event?
Please contact events@tcfpress.com.
Venue Contact Information
Unconventional Diner
1207 9th Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 847-0122
https://www.unconventionaldiner.com
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Unconventional Diner
1207 9th Street NW
Washington, DC
Add Event to Calendar
During the 74th ABA Antitrust Spring Meeting, The Capitol Forum is hosting our annual Spring Happy Hour.
As colleagues from across the antitrust community gather in Washington for the ABA Spring Meeting, The Capitol Forum team looks forward to reconnecting in person with friends, subscribers, and members of the broader competition policy community.
We hope you will join us to step away from your conference schedule for a bit, unplug, and enjoy a relaxed evening of conversation with policymakers, regulators, attorneys, economists, journalists, and industry leaders visiting from across the country.
Please be our guest for complimentary drinks and light bites as we gather for an informal happy hour just steps from the Spring Meeting activity.
Please contact events@tcfpress.com with questions. We look forward to seeing you in Washington.
No Speaker Bios for This Event
Unlike our conferences, this gathering is simply an opportunity for the Capitol Forum community to step away from the conference schedule, unplug, and connect with one another in person. Many thanks to our hosts at The Unconventional Diner!
If you are interested in speaking at a future Capitol Forum conference or would like to learn more about our upcoming events, please contact events@tcfpress.com.
For this happy hour, however, there’s no stage or panels — just good conversation and great company.
Unconventional Diner
1207 9th Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 847-0122
Website: https://www.unconventionaldiner.com
This year’s Capitol Forum Spring Happy Hour will take place at Unconventional Diner, one of Washington, DC’s most beloved and award-winning restaurants located in the vibrant Shaw neighborhood just steps from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
Led by Chef David Deshaies, Unconventional Diner has earned national attention for its creative take on modern comfort food—blending classic diner favorites with global flavors and elevated techniques. The restaurant has received numerous accolades, including recognition from the MICHELIN Guide with a Bib Gourmand distinction and several RAMMY Awards, and it is frequently named among Washington’s best restaurants.
With its lively atmosphere, inventive menu, and welcoming bar scene, Unconventional Diner has become a favorite gathering spot for Washington’s policy and business community. The Capitol Forum team has enjoyed hosting our Spring Happy Hour here during the ABA Antitrust Spring Meeting for several years, and it is always a highlight of the week.
We look forward to welcoming colleagues and friends from across the competition policy community for another great evening of conversation, drinks, and networking.
5:00 p.m.
Check in with The Capitol Forum’s friendly marketing team and grab your first drink.
5:05 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Enjoy great food, great conversation, and a relaxed evening with colleagues from across the antitrust and competition policy community.
Panels, presentations, and formal remarks have been replaced with something even better: time to connect in person.
Unplugging from your phone is encouraged—but not required.
Add Event to Calendar
Questions about the event?
Please contact events@tcfpress.com.
Venue Contact Information
Unconventional Diner
1207 9th Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 847-0122
https://www.unconventionaldiner.com
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