
Fraunces Tavern
4.5 (6,881)restaurant
Dine where George Washington once met his officers at this historic Financial District tavern serving classic pub fare and over 500 whiskeys.
Description






Beyond its role as a meeting place for the Founding Fathers, the venue spans distinct dining and drinking spaces, including The Independence Bar, The Piano Bar Upstairs, Lafayette's Hideout Bar, and The Whiskey Bar. History is reflected throughout the building through period decor and informational signs detailing its past. Visitors can pair the setting with dishes like fish and chips or lobster and shrimp mac and cheese, or visit the on-site museum to explore the landmark's broader heritage.
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