Cuisine:

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1789 Description:
American regional cuisine in Washington DC's Georgetown district. Cozy atmosphere with several dining rooms set in a two-story Federal townhouse. Chef Ris Lacoste supervises the kitchen, preparing a daily menu highlighting indigenous American ingredients. Past diners have included presidents, foreign heads of state, and Julia Child.
Perhaps the grande dame of Washington restaurants, 1789 plays host to many of DC's and the nation's power players---and it was a favorite of the late Julia Child. Housed in an historic federalist residence, the restaurant retains its distinctive air of gentility while brash newcomers open, operate, and close. Open for dinners only and decadent holiday brunches, the restaurant has made its reputation on more than its good looks: it's the cooking, as its fans can attest. Executive chef Daniel Giusti's menu reflects seasonal adaptations, such as herb-crusted rack of lamb, rosemary fingerling potatoes, stewed mustard greens and lamb jus or roast Long Island duckling with balsamic glazed baby beets. First courses might include bluefin tuna panzanella or, on the lighter side, Tuscarora Organic Growers petite greens, spring herbs and sherry vinaigrette. Toss calorie cares aside to enjoy one of the pastry chef's treats: rhubarb buckle, warm vanilla butter cake, strawberry jam and anise ice cream or chocolate chip cannoli.


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