A Taste of History Is On The Menu At These Historic Restaurants In Washington, D.C.
Dating back nearly two and a half centuries, every Washington, D.C. resident is well aware that their city is chock-full of historic charm and a storied American past on every block. However, you can see this history at a lot more than just museums – you can also see it from your table.
That’s because there are historic restaurants that date back in time right around the corner from your 1331 Maryland apartment. There, you can get everything from a classic tavern burger to a bowl of chili. Check out these eateries for a taste of history.
Old Ebbitt Grill, located at 675 15th St NW, Washington, D.C. which is nine minutes from your 1331 Maryland apartment, was founded in 1856 as a boardinghouse. Through the years, founding fathers such as Ulysses S. Grant, Andrew Johnson, Grover Cleveland, and Theodore Roosevelt visited this antique-filled tavern.
Today, the Victorian interior evokes Washington saloons at the turn of the century. The antique clock over the revolving door at the entrance is an heirloom from the previous location, and the marble staircase with an iron-spindled rail was salvaged from the old National Metropolitan Bank next door.
Ben’s Chili Bowl, located at 1001 H St NE, Washington, D.C. which is a nine minute walk from your 1331 Maryland apartment, is a historic chain eatery that’s famous for its spicy hot dogs, chili-cheese fries and milkshakes.
Ben’s Chili Bowl may be casual, but it’s so delicious that even former President Obama loves it – he dined there just days before he was inaugurated in 2009. It dates back 63 years and is owned by 88-year-old Virginia Ali, who she started the restaurant with her husband Ben when she was only 24.
675 15th St NW, Washington, D.C. 20005
(202) 347-4800
1001 H St NE, Washington, D.C. 20002
(202) 733-1895