Tucked in a restored Federal-style house, 1789 offers upscale American cuisine in a cozy, historical setting that’s perfect for any special occasion.
"Embodies Georgetown with a menu leaning on classic French and American flavors." - MICHELIN Guide
"This fine-dining showpiece in Clyde’s family of restaurants oozes intimacy, seating diners in quaint, fireplace-filled dining rooms in a historic Georgetown home. Executive chef Charles Kreiser sends out an a la carte lineup that swings from American wagyu tartare to veal tagliatelle. A handsome mahogany bar called Fitzgerald’s resurfaced next door with classic cocktails, rare Japanese whisky pours, and elegant drinking snacks, all served a tweed-filled setting fit for a Ralph Lauren ad." - Tierney Plumb, Stephanie Carter
"The Georgetown gem’s annual transformation during Christmastime dates back decades ago, and this year is no different. The towering restaurant nestled a row house leans into its historical setting with old-school holiday decor straight out of a Charles Dickens story." - Tierney Plumb
"Diners need to book early if they want a seat next to the fireplace during colder months in the John Carroll Room. The 150-seat dining room in the historic Georgetown restaurant also features old maps of the city and Currier and Ives prints. Head downstairs to the affiliated basement bar, the Tombs, for a more casual atmosphere with stone-lined fireplaces." - Mekita Rivas, Eater Staff
"Celebrate Thanksgiving in a renovated federal house in Georgetown. Executive chef Charles Kreiser is offering a three-course menu ($89/person, $42 for children under 12) with dish highlights including cavatelli with morel mushrooms, heritage turkey breast alongside cremini mushroom, and lentil pithivier." - Vinciane Ngomsi
