Experience one of the premiere events during Capital One Center Culinary Week with seven Executive Chefs competing for the audience’s vote as they present their most impressive culinary creations. Festivities will take place at The Perch Great Lawn, and the audience will score based on taste, creativity, presentation, and storytelling. This curated experience will transport guests on a culinary journey through Italy, Japan, Thailand, Mexico, the Mediterranean, classic America, and more, with artisanal dishes.

What to expect: Guests will enjoy two dishes from award-winning chefs, and indulge in delicious beverages during this lively outdoor reception. Guests will have the opportunity to meet all seven Executive Chefs, and hear their unique culinary stories and inspirations.

Participating restaurants include:

• (OPENING SOON!) La Omri: Opening at Capital One Center in late 2026, this highly-anticipated hybrid dining and social destination comes from the hospitality team behind Georgetown’s popular Villa Yara. “La Omri” translates to “to the love of my life,” reflecting the venue’s core mission to celebrate Mediterranean living through vibrant flavors, dynamic hospitality and high-energy experiences.
• Wren: Wren is The Watermark Hotel’s sophisticated yet approachable concept featuring Japanese street food fused with modern American elements. Awarded Virginia’s Restaurant of the Year by the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association in 2022
• Ometeo: Rooted in Tex-Mex tradition and heightened by a passion for local seafood, Ometeo leans into the dichotomy of the Texas border cuisine and strong coastal influences. Awarded the Restaurant Association of Washington’s 2024 Restaurateur of the Year (awarded to Ometeo’s management team, Long Shot Hospitality).
• Stellina Pizzeria: Stellina Pizzeria is an upscale casual Italian concept featuring Neo-Neapolitan pizzas, homemade pastas, and desserts with style and dynamic energy. Awarded Top 50 Artisan Pizzerias in the World (2024, 2025) and recognized with a Bib Gourmand by the Michelin Guide for five consecutive years.
• Sisters Tysons & Flore Cafe: Sisters Tysons & Flore Cafe offers an elevated approach to Thai street foods, high tea experience, dessert and cafe concept, and visual aesthetics in full bloom.
• Starr Hill Brewpub: Starr Hill Brewpub offers an America-themed menu, which complements their award-winning brews.
• Wegmans Tysons: Capital One Center’s anchor grocery store, delivering an unmatched variety of premium food, wine, and culinary offerings.

This event is recommended for a 21+ date night, teambuilding event, or any foodie!

What: The Battle of the Chefs - A Sunset Showdown
When: Wednesday, July 29 4:30pm-7:30pm
Where: The Perch at Capital One Center, 1805 Capital One Dr, Tysons, VA 22102 (11th Floor on the Great Lawn)
Cost: $75 early bird special through July 17, $85 after July 17, with a portion of sales to benefit Capital One Center Culinary Week Charity Partner, World Central Kitchen.