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John Carroll Dining Room - 1789 Restaurant, Washington, D.C., DC
Main Dining Room with Fireplace - 1789 Restaurant, Washington, D.C., DC
1789 Restaurant, Washington, D.C., DC
1789 Restaurant, Washington, D.C., DC
1789 Restaurant, Washington, D.C., DC
Award-winning

1789 Restaurant

4.8
4.8
6195 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Sitting on a quiet residential street in Georgetown, 1789 Restaurant has the charm of a historic country inn. Our contemporary seasonal menu blends the flavors of fresh regional ingredients into unique and delicious dishes. Valet parking available, $20 per car.

2022 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence; Zagat Top Ratings in Food, Service, Decor, and Most Popular; DiRona Award Winner.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 25 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • 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
    Kathy Doe: (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 6,195 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 Ambiance

  • District of Columbia

    American

6,195 Reviews
  1. AliT

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent evening! We enjoyed the foie gras mousse, Autumn salad, delicious medium rare duck and a divine pumpkin carrot cake with homemade bourbon ice cream!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lovely dinner and our server was a beautiful lady who just moved to DC from Atlanta n she was super friendly. Knowledgeable n professional. Highly recommend

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  3. JamesH

    Key West

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was exquisite. The presentation was breathtaking and the flavors were amazing. Our waitress was perfectly attentive without being intrusive. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

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  4. Genevieve

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Our server, Allyson, was a delight, and our meal quite splendid. We both loved the Autumn Salad and the halibut (perfectly cooked). The key lime dessert wasn't bad, but didn't actually taste like key lime and involved a little too many colors and flavors on the plate. Festive, but a little too neon... All in all, a really perfect place to celebrate our 47th anniversary!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service very pleased with the drinks

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  6. DaFinch

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing - ordered the pork chop which was tender and flavorful. Romantic and quiet ambiance and the wait-staff were not just attentive but also knowledgable about the food and wine pairings. Will definitely be going back.

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  7. StephenX

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Terrific experience. Staff does a great job. Food is spectacular.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very BEST Halibut ever!!! Would go again for sure!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience all around - beautiful ambiance and impeccable service. Food is truly fantastic - clearly chef creations, NOT like a cruise ship production of many chains. Exactly what you expect and always hope for, but seldom get these days (in any price range). I proposed to my wife here 22 years ago and I can attest to the ongoing magic. 😊

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  10. SteveW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great. Most of our favorite restaurants closed during COVID. It was nice that this one was still open.

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  11. Nadine

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and the server was instrumental in her suggestions. The service was excellent. We didn’t have to wait long for the delivery of drinks, appetizers, dinner or dessert. The ambiance was great. The dining room was intimate, but the noise level was so low that it wasn’t noticeable. I would definitely recommend eating there.

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  12. GeraldS

    Los Angeles

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Service was courteous but a little slow. Wine pour was stingy, especially given the price.

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  13. RobC

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you to the entire staff for making our anniversary special! Special thanks to Lindsey who was super attentive and provided amazing customer service.

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  14. EmmanualB

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is my second time dining at the 1789 Restaurant. My girlfriend and I had an amazing time. Our waitress was excellent and the service overall was five stars. The food was amazing from the first course to the last. The 1789 Restaurant is quite the experience and one that has become a favorite for my girlfriend and I. The first time my girlfriend and I visited, we really enjoyed the experience and food, but I had an allergic reaction (tree nut allergy) that I felt wasn't taken seriously by our waiter. So I wrote a review that ended up getting the Executive Manager's (Hosanna) attention and she went above and beyond to make things right. Thanks to Hosanna, my girlfriend and I felt comfortable returning and we're glad we did. Last night's dinner definitely made up for the first one! Now when I think about the 1789 Restaurant, I can think of them only as the great restaurant that they are.

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  15. Elizabeth

    Tulsa

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went here for dinner tonight and it was an exceptional meal on every level. The service is attentive and helpful, the drinks were delightful, and the food was some of the best I’ve ever had. It was a lovely experience and has been one of the highlights of our trip to DC so far.

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  16. JimR

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food and service was outstanding. Truly excellent. A bit on the expensive side, but if you want a splurge, this is the place!

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  17. DomingoM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience2
    Too noise, the service was initially distant, and the Lowe lever assistants the better. We had an special celebration and the only reference was done when we left the restaurant. No clear value per price balance.

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  18. Stephanie

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were seated right away. Our waiter was very accommodating with food allergies and diet restrictions. Our food was delicious!

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  19. Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I had an amazing time at 1789. Our server Stephen really made it an even greater experience with his knowledge and charisma. We will definitely come back next time we are in the area.

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  20. ThomasC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Quality of food was good. Options were somewhat limited. Service was excellent as was the atmosphere. I would add several items to the main menu. Atlantic Salmon would be a good option along with a Chicken Breast.

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  21. AubreyT

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were both top notch. Our waiter made sure our food and drinks were served at a good pace so we could make it to our show afterwards. Definitely a great experience.

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  22. BrianM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a fantastic time celebrating my birthday at 1789. It's a special place. Our server was exceptional and our meal was delicious. The deserts were a bit too Frou-Frou, but they were tasty. I hope to make it back to 1789 again sometime.

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  23. Tableof6

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Typical DC pricey. Haven’t been in years. Went for the location experience. Would go back again one day.

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  24. ReluctantReviewer

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service are some of the best you will experience in the city. This restaurant is perfect for a special occasion, date night, or if you just want very good food.

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  25. KendallH

    Washington DC

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went here for spontaneous date night. We chose to go with the Restaurant Week menu. The appetizers were delectable! Raviolis for moi and Waygu tartare for him. Followed up by even more delicious entrees. Short ribs and then the brioche halibut. The brioche halibut changed my life, y'all!!! It's crunchy, sweet, and the fish is tasty tasty!!! A killer combo. My boo and I were disappointed by the desserts. We concurred that both of our desserts tasted like Bath & Body Works in edible form. This did not really take away from our excellent experience. Between the attentive, speedy, and lovely staff and the quaint and historic ambiance...we enjoyed ourselves 100%.

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  26. CharlesS

    San Francisco

    116 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    116 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Restaurant Week proved to be a great reason to dine at 1789. We each had fabulous three-course meals for $55; the ala carte price for each of our meals would have been $84 or $86. The heirloom tomato gazpacho with the peach-basil sorbet, the melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu tartare and the New Bedford scallops appetizers were all superb. The brioche crusted halibut was very light and moist, and the Pekin roasted duck breast entree was tender and flavorful. Each dish was perfectly paired with accompanying sauces, grains and vegetables. All three of us ordered the Key Lime cremeux mousse for dessert, and it was a wonderful way to finish a memorable meal. This Restaurant Week experience has convinced us to add 1789 to our regular dining rotation!

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  27. JulieG

    St. Louis

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was delicious and creative. All the servers were kind and professional. The restaurant week menu was great. We will be back.

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  28. DebbyT

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Truly a magical evening. This was our first visit and we were not disappointed. The food was incredible and the dining room was cozy and inviting

    1 person found this helpful

  29. BrianW

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service. Interesting and tasty food. Quite unlike many dc restaurants. Hope to return another time

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  30. Love74

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What’s not to like? Excellent food, attentive service and even accommodating tardiness during restaurant week! Had a fabulous night!! If you haven’t been recently, GO!

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  31. ErinG

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The impeccable service and divine food keeps 1789 the highest on my list of places for a special evening out. Absolutely lovely evening last night

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  32. SharleenC

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My new favorite place! Sets the standard for quiet fine dining. Every dish has been good so far, it's tasty and delicious but also just the right portion so you are not too full or jaded, right down to the last bite. On the pricey side but well worth it. Oh, and all the staff is awesome, friendly, efficient and knowledgeable too!

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  33. TuckerJ

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and excellent services, always one of our favorite restaurants!

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  34. Nickname

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Came here for Summer Restaurant Week 2023. I ordered the Wagyu tartare appetizer (good but salty), duck breast (great), and the chocolate ball dessert (interesting flavors). Overall the food was great, amazing value for the $55 price. All of the staff were very hospitable and treated the customers well. Bonus points for the cleanliness of the restaurant. Would return

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  35. RonH

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Still wonderful and classy with great food, wine and cocktails in a special location.

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  36. SashaInSF

    Sacramento

    31 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience1
    Lame. Skip it. Hot, loud and not fine dining. I suggest they lean on the history of the place and invest in air conditioners.

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  37. KCdiner

    Kansas City

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was so memorable—the food is inventive and just delicious.

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  38. Jeffrey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love it a lot. It's our first time visiting the restaurant, even though we have lived in Washington DC for a long time. The atmosphere of the restaurant is perfect. We had a very lovely evening and the celebration of my girlfriend Mickie's birthday.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server and the entire team made our anniversary an opportunity for us to be at the center of their attention (at least, as it seemed to us). The food and drinks were delicious, and more than ample, beginning to end. Our server was exceptionally attentive and knowledgeable. We were honestly surprised at the small heartfelt touches made to our benefit throughout the meal. If only other restaurants in this class could be so thoughtful and good at their craft! We will look forward to our next opportunity to enjoy a meal at 1789.

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  40. KatieS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal and fantastic service. Really enjoyed everything.

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FAQs

1789 Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

1789 Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 6195 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for 1789 Restaurant

1226 36th St NW, Washington, D.C., 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
  • 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
    Kathy Doe: (202) 465-7521
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