Clyde's of Georgetown

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✨ Vibe

A historic and elegant American saloon that perfectly blends old-school charm with a lively, sophisticated energy, featuring museum-quality artwork and cozy, wood-paneled interiors.

🍸 Best For

Iconic weekend brunches, high-energy happy hours, casual dates, and classic American comfort dining.

🔥 Highlights

  • DC’s Brunch Pioneer: As the venue credited with popularizing the modern Sunday brunch in Washington, it remains a landmark destination for signature dishes like Eggs Chesapeake and refreshing mimosas.
  • Cultural Landmark: This legendary M Street institution famously inspired the 1970s hit song "Afternoon Delight" and boasts over 60 years of rich history and local tradition.
  • Elevated American Fare: From perfectly cooked Steak Frites with creamy mustard sauce to their famous jumbo shrimp cocktail and juicy burgers, the menu focuses on fresh, high-quality ingredients and farm-to-table sourcing.

ℹ️ Need to Know

  • Reservations are highly recommended to secure a spot, particularly during the popular weekend brunch hours and evening rushes.
  • The venue offers multiple private dining rooms of all sizes, making it an ideal choice for hosting special occasions and celebratory events.

📅 Upcoming Events & Specials

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🔄 Weekly Events

🍳 Brunch Service

Classic American brunch featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients in an elegant atmosphere.

🎵 Friday Night Live Music

Fri

Live music in the crew bar.

🍳 Weekend Brunch

Sat, Sun

Clyde's Willow Creek Farm offers a specialized brunch menu featuring items like Eggs Benedict (Traditional, Norwegian, and Chesapeake), Crispy Brioche French Toast, and Steak & Eggs.

🍷 Wine Wednesday

Wed

Join us for half-off of all bottles of wine in the Race Bar starting at 5PM.

Live Music 🎶

Live musical performances accompanying the dining and bar experience. Part of the Happy Hours & Live Music program.

Trivia Night 🧠

Mon

Weekly trivia held in the Atrium & Wharf Bar.

Happy Hour

Discounted oysters and raw bar platters. 1/2 Dozen for $15.99, Dozen for $28.99.

Bar DC Ratings

Vibe · Drinks · Music · Crowd · Value — scored 0–10.

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