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1789 Restaurant, Washington, DC
Award-winning

1789 Restaurant

4.8
4.8
6351 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 15 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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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
  • 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
  • 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

What 6,351 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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    American

  • District of Columbia

    Best Overall

  • District of Columbia

    Best Service

  • District of Columbia

    Best Ambiance

  • District of Columbia

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
1789 Restaurant offers a "cozy and elegant" dining experience in the heart of Georgetown. Guests rave about its "outstanding service," "delicious food," and "romantic atmosphere," perfect for special occasions. The diverse menu, attentive staff, and charming setting make it a "must-visit" for fine dining enthusiasts.

6,351 Reviews
  1. william

    VIP

    Washington DC

    54 reviews

    3.0

    54 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service pleasant nice ! Nice atmosphere as usual in the John Carroll room with fire place . One entre was very good (halibut) my entree duck sauce ok but rather tough and chewy . Side of dirty rice was not that tasty. Good dessert. But have had much better duck at a few restaurants not as pricey . I guess I remember the Ris LaCoste. Days but ever since 89 has been up and down. Do ok but disappointing servers were very attentive and nice and dessert different and guite good .

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  2. Amal

    VIP

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very exquisite! Elegant! The food was super amazing. I loved our waitress Rutha! I hope I’m spelling it right! She was very attentive. Overall, it was such a wonderful time.

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  3. Nan

    VIP

    Washington DC

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    1789 is a lovely restaurant. The service is outstanding and the food delicious. I would highly recommend dining there. They even have valet parking in the busy Georgetown area.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely atmosphere, great food and exceptional service

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  5. Robert

    VIP

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been to 1789 several times over the last few years. Each dining experience was fabulous. Atmosphere is cozy with nice fireplace, yet elegant. Cocktails and wine list very good and appropriately priced. Appetizers and main courses are cooked to perfection and presented nicely. I had terrific pork chop, my wife had tasty halibut and my son had delicious lamb chops. Steak tartare and pasta starters very good. I must add, the service was impeccable, from the coat check to our waiter. We love this place - super special with wonderful memories of our son’s time at Georgetown Highly recommended!!

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  6. chris

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    All of us thought it was one of the best meals we have had in DC in quite some time.

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  7. Elizabeth

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely top 10 restaurant. Food was incredible and the service was top notch. Can't wait to go back. Don't miss this gem!

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  8. Jessica

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose this restaurant to celebrate our anniversary, and overall, it was an amazing experience. The ambiance was elegant, the food was exceptional, and the personalized menu was a wonderful touch. The front staff was welcoming and attentive, making us feel truly special. Unfortunately, our server’s attitude and behavior were not up to the standards of such an establishment, which was disappointing. However, we still managed to enjoy our special evening thanks to everything else being outstanding

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  9. Denise

    VIP

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our evening and dinners were superb. The ambiance was beautiful and service was excellent. This was my second time dining here, the first time was probably 20 years ago. My only disappointment was we were celebrating a 75th birthday, which they acknowledged when we walked in. They really didn’t do anything for the birthday except bring out a candle and four little gummy’s at dessert time. We had ordered a couple of desserts. You would’ve thought one of them could’ve been complementary or they could’ve brought out a regular dessert to celebrate with considering how much money we spent last night.

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  10. Alexandra

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! Great date night, special occasion acknowledged! Amazing!

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FAQs

1789 Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

1789 Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 6351 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for 1789 Restaurant

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
  • 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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