Award-winning

1789 Restaurant

4.8

6357 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

1226 36th St NW, Washington, DC 20007

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2 people

Apr 13, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 35 times today

About this restaurant

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.

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
Neighborhood
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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Private dining

Cherry Blossom Pavlova$15.00
Cherry Blossom Curd, Hibiscus Sorbet
Lemon & Lavender Tart$15.00
Lemon Posset, Lavender Pâte Sucrée, Honey Ice Cream
Peanut Butter Baked Alaska$16.00
Toasted Brioche Ice Cream, Toasted Marshmallow Cream
Triple Chocolate Bread Pudding$17.00
Chocolate Ganache, Cocoa Nib Tuile, Vanilla Ice Cream
Ice Cream & Sorbet$12.00
Choice of Three Flavors: Vanilla, Chocolate, Honey | Lime, Coconut, Orange
Artisanal Cheese Board$20.00
5 YR Reserve White Cheddar | Deep Creek, WI | firm, cow's milk, silky & mellow Saint Angel Brie | Belley, French Alps | triple cream, cow's milk, tangy, smooth & buttery

AFTER-DINNER DRINKS

Espresso Martini$19.00
Baileys Irish Cream, Espresso Liqueur, Stolichnaya Vanil Vodka, espresso
Mentha Espresso Martini$18.00
Braulio Amaro, Three Olives Vanilla Vodka, Tempus Fugit Creme de Menthe
Monte Cristo Coffee$17.00
Grand Marnier, Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur, French press coffee, cream, cocoa powder
Buena Vista Irish Coffee$14.00
Irish Whiskey, brown sugar syrup, French press coffee, chilled cream

FRENCH PRESS COFFEE

Fair Trade Regular$5.00
Fair Trade Decaffeinated$5.00
Espresso$4.00
Cappuccino$6.00

LOOSE-LEAF TEA

Chamomile$4.00
Earl Grey$4.00
Moroccan Mint$4.00
Sencha Green$4.00

DESSERT WINE

Brachetto d'Acqui, Cocchi, Piedmont, Italy$13.00
Tokaji Aszu, 5 Puttonyos, Disznókő, Hungary 2013$23.00
Madeira, Blandy's, Malmsey Colheita, Portugal 2007$26.00
Port, Taylor Fladgate 20 Year, Portugal$25.00
Pedro Ximénez, Alvear Solera 1927, Montilla-Moriles, Spain$17.00

HALF-BOTTLES

Meddersheimer Altenberg Riesling Eiswein, Hexamer, Nahe, Germany 2012
- 375 Ml$140.00

What 6,357 people are saying

1789 Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

1789 Restaurant is a charming, historic dining spot renowned for its "amazing staff service" and "outstanding food." Guests rave about the "exceptional service," elegant ambiance, and inventive yet classic menu offerings. Perfect for special occasions, this Georgetown gem offers a delightful experience with "superb cuisine" and "cozy atmosphere."

6,357 Reviews

C
Craig
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Don’t miss. Top to bottom spectacular. The service was as good as the chef.
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Ave
Palm Springs7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience. We ordered the wagyu tartare, carnival cauliflower, sea bass, and filet mignon…everything was Chef’s kiss! Service was awesome. Server was attentive and knew the menu and the preparation for each dish which was impressive. Other staff, stepped in to help with clearing dishes, asking for our drink order, or just assisting as needed. We were celebrating our 29th anniversary, thank you to the entire staff for helping to make this one memorable.
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Stephen
Dallas4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing staff service and even more amazing 1st courses and entree’s. Don’t miss the perfectly prepared Fois Gras with Cherry Mostarda on Brioche to start. Followed by the herb crusted Rack of Lamb with Tarbais bean cassoulet and escarole. You can’t go wrong with any choice here.
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William VIP
Raleigh66 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s a very traditional, old world clubby restaurant and that is what we like! We had a wonderful, quiet table in one of the front rooms and were served very beautiful food very well. The wine list is manageable and a very good bottle without a huge markup can be found. An excellent evening.
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Nan VIP
Washington DC34 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
1789 is a wonderful restaurant in every. Four of us went to celebrate our birthdays and found the food, service, and atmosphere perfect.
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Jeff VIP
Washington DC183 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, great food and service! And nice to go over to Fitzgerald’s!
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Cathy VIP
Washington DC68 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Stephen is an excellent waiter ALWAYS. Food was outstanding. Drinks too. Loved our table.
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Mary Kathryn VIP
Washington DC7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing! Service was excellent and food was incredible. Can’t wait to go back.
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Nick
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall an excellent experience. Great food, service and ambience. Lived up to its reputation.
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David VIP
Naples2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful evening! Amazing care by servers and staff! Delicious dinner. A true trifecta!
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FAQs

1789 Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

1789 Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 6357 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 13, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 35 times today

1226 36th St NW, Washington, DC 20007

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
Prospect & 36th Streets
Neighborhood
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

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DESSERT

Cherry Blossom Pavlova$15.00

Lemon & Lavender Tart$15.00

Peanut Butter Baked Alaska$16.00

Triple Chocolate Bread Pudding$17.00

Ice Cream & Sorbet$12.00

Artisanal Cheese Board$20.00

AFTER-DINNER DRINKS

Espresso Martini$19.00

Mentha Espresso Martini$18.00

Monte Cristo Coffee$17.00

Buena Vista Irish Coffee$14.00

FRENCH PRESS COFFEE

Fair Trade Regular$5.00

Fair Trade Decaffeinated$5.00

Espresso$4.00

Cappuccino$6.00

LOOSE-LEAF TEA

Chamomile$4.00

Earl Grey$4.00

Moroccan Mint$4.00

Sencha Green$4.00

DESSERT WINE

Brachetto d'Acqui, Cocchi, Piedmont, Italy$13.00

Tokaji Aszu, 5 Puttonyos, Disznókő, Hungary 2013$23.00

Madeira, Blandy's, Malmsey Colheita, Portugal 2007$26.00

Port, Taylor Fladgate 20 Year, Portugal$25.00

Pedro Ximénez, Alvear Solera 1927, Montilla-Moriles, Spain$17.00

HALF-BOTTLES

Meddersheimer Altenberg Riesling Eiswein, Hexamer, Nahe, Germany 2012

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