Award-winning

1789 Restaurant

Name: 1789 Restaurant
Address: 1226 36th St NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20007
Telephone: (202) 965-1789
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

6336 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 21 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Romantic

1789 is a historic fine dining restaurant and bar located in the heart of Georgetown with a charming and elegant atmosphere. Known for its elevated American cuisine, 1789 offers a menu that showcases seasonal ingredients and innovative flavors. The restaurant's culinary team is dedicated to creating dishes that are both visually stunning and delicious. In addition to an exceptional menu, 1789 also boasts an extensive wine list featuring a wide selection of domestic and international wines. With its rich history, exquisite cuisine, and warm ambiance, 1789 Restaurant & Bar is a must-visit destination for those seeking a memorable experience in the nation's capital.

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 965-1789
Website
https://www.1789restaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Charles Kreiser
Catering
Call us at 202.965.1789
Private party facilities
Location and atmosphere make 1789 Restaurant the perfect choice for private events. It has all the charm of an elegant country inn, and is situated right in the heart of Georgetown. Private rooms are available for brunches, luncheons, dinners, weddings, business meetings and cocktail receptions.
Private party contact
Allison Parker: (202) 465-7521

Location
1226 36th St NW, Washington, DC 20007
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighbourhood
Georgetown
Cross Street
Prospect & 36th Streets
Parking details
Street parking available; Nearest parking lot: PMI Parking Lot - 3307 M St NW, Washington, DC 20007
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Winter SaladUS$16.00
Earth & Eats Lettuce, Kohlrabi, Brioche, Pumpkin Seeds, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Burrata & BeetsUS$21.00
Pistachios, Crostini, Watercress Pesto, Vin Cotto
Wagyu Tartare*US$24.00
Black Garlic Aioli, Cornichons, Quail Egg, Gaufrette Potato
Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Crudo*US$24.00
Asian Pear, Gochujang, Hanguk, Wasabi Tobiko
Ossetra CaviarUS$115.00
Créme Fraîche, Pomme Rösti, Pickled Pearl Onion

Served Warm

New Bedford Scallops*US$26.00
Coconut-Kaffir Lime Sauce, Papaya Salad, Finger Lime
Brussels Sprout & Delicata SquashUS$16.00
Turmeric Labneh & Gala Apple Garum
Carnival CauliflowerUS$15.00
Candied Pumpkin Seeds, Capers, Butternut Squash
Lamb BologneseUS$26.00
Hand-Rolled Cavatelli, Vadouvan, Za'atar, Parmesan, Warm Lemon-Ricotta
Maine Lobster BisqueUS$19.00
Butter Poached Claw, Leeks, Cognac
Spaghetti alla ChitarraUS$34.00
Périgord Black Winter Truffles, Shallot-Mascarpone Cream
Hudson Valley Foie GrasUS$34.00
Apricot Mostarda, Brioche, Spinach, Duck Jus

Entrées

Filet Mignon & Maine Lobster*US$72.00
Pomme Rösti, Thumbelina Carrots, Sauce Meurette
Scottish Sea Trout*US$44.00
Olive Oil-Chive Potatoes, Charred Scallion Vinaigrette, Yuzu Beurre Blanc
Brioche-Crusted Alaskan Halibut*US$50.00
Leek Fondue, Black Trumpet Mushrooms
Cremini Mushroom & Lentil PithivierUS$34.00
Puff Pastry, Spinach, Pomegranate Molasses
Rockfish BasquaiseUS$44.00
Potato-Crusted, Pancetta, Artichoke
Heritage Berkshire Pork Chop*US$45.00
Heirloom Baby Carrots, Sunchokes, Apple Cider Mustard Glaze
Crescent Duck Breast*US$53.00
Foie Gras Dirty Rice, Tuscan Kale, Soubise
Prime NY Strip au Poivre*US$59.00
Parsnip Purée, Potato Pavé, Swiss Chard, Mushrooms
Australian Rack of Lamb*US$62.00
Beluga Lentils, Nduja, Charred Escarole, Lemon-Mint Olive Oil

What 6,336 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
American
District of Columbia
Best Overall
District of Columbia
Best Service
District of Columbia
Best Ambience
District of Columbia
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

1789 Restaurant offers a "warm and charming ambiance" with a cozy fireplace and elegant decor, making it perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "exceptional service," often mentioning standout servers like Stephen and Ty. The menu showcases "delicious and beautifully presented dishes," with highlights like the rockfish and halibut. Enjoy a fine dining experience that's "memorable and elegant."

6,337 Reviews

D
Daniel
VIP
New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a fabulous meal/experience. Ty is th consummate service professional. Food and drinks were top notch. Will be back!
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Enrique F.
VIP
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
1789 is where we go to celebrate anniversaries, birthdays & other special occasions because its food, service and classy ambiance make our visits memorable. Highly recommend it without reservations. ❤️
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Amal
VIP
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I loved every morsel and sip. Thank you so much 🙏🏻🌷
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Elizabeth (Richard Osborne)
VIP
Charleston
19 reviews
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The kitchen had a bad night, hopefully they get things squared away. The wait staff was fabulous.
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Mariam
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food, service and Ambiance. Kyle, our Server was amazing.
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R
Ryan
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We hadn't been to 1789 in almost four years and had very fond memories of our previous experiences. Our return to the restaurant was a validation of those memories - everything was superb and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves once again.
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marc
VIP
Washington DC
42 reviews
4.0
42 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
i have been to 1789 more than 30 times over multiple years. many virtues: quiet ambience perfect for talking to people, attentive service, reasonably priced wine list. some issues: the menu is limited and essentially unchanged over many many months providing limited options. the steak au poivre was far from a classic version, i think the steak may have been sou vided and the pepper sauce anything but. for a period of time they were offering more different menu options but it's tricky to want to go knowing there are only 2 or 3 choices for mains that seem reasonable.
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Lois
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Kai is a wonderful server. Diligently met our every need.
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J
James
VIP
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
1789 is a highly sought after reservation - especially during restaurant week - and for good reason! Everything was perfect. This is a most do for special occasions or for any fine dining enthusiast in the area.
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D
Deborah
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wait staff was excellent! Ty was awesome with my niece
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FAQs

1789 Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

1789 Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 6336 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 21 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1226 36th St NW, Washington, DC 20007

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
Prospect & 36th Streets
Neighbourhood
Georgetown
Hours of Operation
Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street parking available; Nearest parking lot: PMI Parking Lot - 3307 M St NW, Washington, DC 20007
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Charles Kreiser
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.1789restaurant.com/
Phone number
(202) 965-1789
Catering
Call us at 202.965.1789
Private party facilities
Location and atmosphere make 1789 Restaurant the perfect choice for private events. It has all the charm of an elegant country inn, and is situated right in the heart of Georgetown. Private rooms are available for brunches, luncheons, dinners, weddings, business meetings and cocktail receptions.
Private party contact
Allison Parker: (202) 465-7521

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1789 Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

50 Washington DC Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

First Impressions

Winter SaladUS$16.00

Burrata & BeetsUS$21.00

Wagyu Tartare*US$24.00

Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Crudo*US$24.00

Ossetra CaviarUS$115.00

Served Warm

New Bedford Scallops*US$26.00

Brussels Sprout & Delicata SquashUS$16.00

Carnival CauliflowerUS$15.00

Lamb BologneseUS$26.00

Maine Lobster BisqueUS$19.00

Spaghetti alla ChitarraUS$34.00

Hudson Valley Foie GrasUS$34.00

Entrées

Filet Mignon & Maine Lobster*US$72.00

Scottish Sea Trout*US$44.00

Brioche-Crusted Alaskan Halibut*US$50.00

Cremini Mushroom & Lentil PithivierUS$34.00

Rockfish BasquaiseUS$44.00

Heritage Berkshire Pork Chop*US$45.00

Crescent Duck Breast*US$53.00

Prime NY Strip au Poivre*US$59.00

Australian Rack of Lamb*US$62.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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