Chef Art Smith | Owner of Art and Soul DC | Capitol Hill Restaurant

Overseeing all aspects of the restaurant, Chef Art is the soul of Art and Soul. “I grew up in a small southern town and my cuisine is certainly a reflection of my upbringing. I look forward to offering our guests a little bit of our heart and soul in all of our dishes,” said Chef Art.

Cherry Picks Menu


The blooming of the much heralded Cherry Blossoms symbolizes the first signs of Spring. To celebrate we'll be offering a special cherry and Japanese inspired menu and cocktail throughout the National Cherry Blossom Festival March 27- April 11. The special 3-course menu is $55 per person and the specialty cocktail is $10.

Make your reservations today by calling 202.393.7777 or go to the 'Make a Reservation' box at the top of the page.

Cherry Picks Menu
$55 per person

First Course
Hamachi Sashimi
citrus-radish salad, sambal-ponzu dipping sauce

Second Course
Crispy Whole Rockfish
soba noodle stir fry, sour cherry-sake sauce

Dessert
Hojicha Green Tea Cheesecake
mandarin-quat marmalade


Cherry Picks Cocktail
Sakura $10
(Japanese for flowering cherry blossom)
vodka, cherry sake, walnut liquor, sour cherry syrup