The Best Restaurant in Georgetown, Washington, D.C.

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Georgetown's picturesque Victorian streetscapes make it D.C.'s most famous neighborhood, with five-star restaurants in historic row houses and casual cafés sandwiched between large national chain stores.

At its beginnings in the mid-1700s, Georgetown was a Maryland tobacco port. Today, the neighborhood is one of D.C.'s premier shopping districts, as well as a tourist and architectural attraction. And while recent additions to the neighborhood seem more apt to be chains, there are some standout local restaurants that cater to the budgets of college students, middle-income travelers, and D.C.'s well-heeled elite.

1789 Restaurant

$$$$ | Georgetown

If you're looking for a classic Washington, D.C., fine-dining restaurant in an intimate setting, 1789 makes a perfect choice. Named after the year Archbishop John Carroll, the founding father of Georgetown University, purchased the building, 1789 has its share of history paired with its classic dishes such as seared scallops and beef tenderloin. The dining room's crisp white linens and early American paintings are quintessential Georgetown. After dinner, head to its bar, Fitgerald's, for perfectly crafted cocktails. 

1226 36th St. NW, Washington, DC, 20007, USA
202-965–1789
Known For
  • Rack of lamb
  • Upscale, historic setting
  • Several prix-fixe options
Restaurant Details
Reservations essential

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