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What attracted us were the street signs that George Washington had eaten at Gadsby’s. According to the history written in the menu Dr. Gadsby’s tavern was the center of political entertainment form many years in Washington. The tavern has an annual birthday party for George Washington. President Washington actually attended with Martha in 1798 and 1799. President Thomas Jefferson held his inaugural here in 1801.

The restaurant was an easy walk from our hotel. It was just off King St behind the PNC bank. When we arrived the restaurant had been open for dinner for about thirty minutes. We contacted a very nice fellow at the front desk. Smiles and no pointing! My wife wanted to know if there was outdoor seating since she had been inside all day. These folks had not planned to open their back patio but did so just for us.

We were escorted through the dark early colonial restaurant to a beautifully decorated back patio. The restaurant was playing classical music from the local 90.9 FM radio station which went a long way toward masking the sound of a large air conditioner on the roof and the jets from Reagan International flying over head after take off.

Eileen ordered the Seafood Newburg and I ordered the Mixed Grill and Peanut Soup. Kyle, our waiter helped us make the choices. Kyle knew the history of the place as well as the food. He was several notches up in experience and service from your average waiter. The menu starts at $20 and went to $36 for entre’s, appetizers start at $8. We left the place after tip very much enjoying our evening for just above $100. I have to tell you the quality of the food was excellent. Plenty to eat and a real taste treat. Kyle took exceptional care of us.

We had an absolutely wonderful meal and I made a point of sharing that with Kyle and his manager. On our rating scale we give the restaurant a five out of five. Gadsby’s Tavern is a genuine eating establishment! When visiting Alexandria, VA take the time to visit.

This Flickr slide show shows three shots of typical Alexandria and then several shots of the back patio for the Gadsby Tavern.

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