8 Iconic Restaurants in Washington, D.C. Everyone Should Try - AFAR
"Located inside a historic hotel and centered on a circular oak bar surrounded by oak‑paneled walls and portraits, this storied watering hole has functioned as a clubhouse for Washington’s movers and shakers since the mid‑19th century. It’s famed for classic cocktails—most notably the mint julep—and for its lively, often high‑level conversations; longtime bartenders, including one who has served multiple presidents, can even speak to presidential drink preferences." - Natalie Beauregard
