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Washington, D.C. Map: 17891789 Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Cuisine American
Hours Mon-Thurs 6-10pm; Fri 6-11pm; Sat 5:30-11pm; Sun 5:30-10pm
Address
1226 36th St. NW
Location Georgetown
Reservations Reservations recommended
Dress Code Jacket required for men
Phone 202/965-1789
Web site www.1789restaurant.com
Prices Entrees $29-$38; fixed-price pretheater menu $35
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

Frommer's Review

This 48-year-old restaurant near Georgetown University draws from its upper crust neighborhood of media types, socialites, politicians, and corporate execs. The menu changes daily but is consistent in offering savory and rich American fare, like the rack of lamb with charred onion puree and pickled radishes, or the thick pork chop served with blackeyed peas and applewood-smoked bacon, or my favorite, Carolina grouper with crispy soft-shell crab.

The 1789 has a reputation for romance, making it an excellent destination for handholding couples. The five dining rooms, especially those on the first floor, are cozy dens, with a homey decor that includes historical prints on the walls, silk-shaded brass oil lamps on tables, and, come winter, fires crackling in the fireplaces. So put on your best duds and be prepared for a relaxing meal with only the food and your dinner companion to distract you. The formal but cozy restaurant occupies two floors (three, if you count the room reserved for private parties) of a Federal town house near Georgetown University.

The $35, three-course pretheater menu is available nightly until 6:45pm; the same deal is available after 9pm Sunday through Thursday and after 10pm Friday and Saturday nights.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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