Old Ebbitt Grill

Overview of Old Ebbitt Grill:

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Old Ebbitt Grill is a historic bar and restaurant located in Washington, D.C., in the United States. It is Washington's oldest bar and restaurant, and as of 2012 was owned by Clyde's Restaurant Group. It opened as an unnamed restaurant in the Ebbitt House Hotel. The Hotel distinguished itself as the first hotel in Washington to remain open all summer instead of closing when Congress adjourned. In 1926, the Ebbitt moved into its current location.

History

The history of the Old Ebbitt Grill is as rich and storied as that of the city in which it resides. The restaurant was founded in 1856, making it the oldest dining saloon in Washington, D.C. Over the years, it has been frequented by numerous famous figures, including Presidents Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, Andrew Johnson, Grover Cleveland, Theodore Roosevelt, and Warren Harding.

Cuisine

The Old Ebbitt Grill serves a variety of American cuisine, including oysters, steak, and a selection of beers and wines. The restaurant is particularly known for its Oyster Happy Hour, during which all oysters are half price.

Location

The Old Ebbitt Grill is located at 675 15th Street NW, just steps from The White House and The National Mall.

See also

• List of oldest companies in the United States
• List of restaurants in Washington, D.C.

External links

• Official website

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