Old Ebbitt Grill
Claiming to be Washington's oldest saloon, located near the White House and the Treasury Department, famous for its oyster bar, crab cakes, and historic memorabilia.
Dating back to 1856, this is reputedly Washington's oldest saloon and has been patronized by several US presidents. It moved to its current location opposite the Treasury Building in 1983, right next to the White House. The signature feature is the oyster bar, alongside crab cakes and seafood platters. Breakfast, weekend brunch, and dinner are all highly popular, and the interior is decorated with a wealth of historical artifacts. The restaurant recommends reservations, especially for weekends and holidays, which can be made via OpenTable or by phone; the dress code is casual. There is an oyster happy hour in the afternoon, subject to change by the venue. The crab cake mains are on the pricier side. It is within walking distance of the McPherson Square or Metro Center metro stations.
Opening hours
Mon-Fri 8:00-02:00 the next day; Sat-Sun 9:00-02:00 the next day (kitchen closes at 01:00 the next day)
Nearby sights
- The White House
- National Museum of Women in the Arts
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Ford's Theatre
- National Museum of American History
- Washington Monument
- National Museum of Natural History
- National World War II Memorial