Gadsby's Tavern

This is unlike any other restaurant. It is our go to place to take out of towners. The food is great and the atmosphere can’t be beat. My husband loves the gentleman’s pie; I don’t have a go-to dish because it’s all great. It’s a mainstay of Old Town. Don’t miss it.

Colonial vibe on the inside of the restaurant. The food portions were quite large, and the burger was very good. Eli was a very good waiter, and had a ton of personality. Overall good experience and would come back.

Walking into Gadsby's is like stepping back in time. From the decor to the uniforms of the staff you could think the large entry door also served as a portal to the early 1800's. Walked in at slightly past 2pm on a Sunday afternoon and the two dining rooms were both full, which likely led to slower than optimal service. The entree though, when it arrived, tasted great. The meat in my prime roast beef & brie sandwich almost melted in my mouth and I couldn't get enough of the horseradish sauce. The banana pudding was very good, and large enough for two, but the bananas had this strange consistency, as if biting into yuca. My drink, hot chocolate with rum and whipped cream, was perfect for a cold winter day. Bonus points for not packing the tables too close to each other, a rare find these days.

I go there to practice an English country dance class. But I came here for the museum when I was on a business trip to DC area. It is a historical place where President George Washington visited. Thus the building is very old but I like it’s authenticity of the building. It has a small gift shop where the staff is very knowledgeable n sweet. If u like history, this is a must place to visit.

Great drinks. Did not have food but loved the decor and the dress of the wait staff. Super traditional and hard working, well trained. Highly recommend.