The Fountain Inn
A boutique bar and rare spirits tasting room in the heart of Georgetown, D.C.
Originally established in 1783 by clockmaker John Suter, The Fountain Inn (a.k.a. Suter’s Tavern) was one of the most important taverns in American history. As the first stagecoach stop in Georgetown, it was an establishment where George Washington slept, where Thomas Jefferson drank and where D.C. was built. It was also the location of the debate between Thomas Jefferson and John Adams in the contentious and...
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Tasting Room - Indoors
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Please note that parties of 1-4 carry an hour and a half time frame.
We look forward to hosting you.- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
- $10 deposit per person
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Historical Cocktail Tour
Experience a taste of Early American cocktails as one of our Spirits Advisors leads you on a journey through the history surrounding each. Drink like George Washington & Thomas Jefferson, the way...
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 2 to 4
- $50 per person
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Reservation for Larger Parties
A reservation for 5 to 8 guests in our main tasting room or upstairs lounge area. Please note that reservations over 4 guests carry a $500 food and beverage minimum spend (tax and service charge...
- Reservation for parties of 5 to 8
- $10 deposit per person
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Event
Boss Ladies Night
Join us for a happy hour highlighting successful and innovative women from different fields.
Our first event in this series will highlight the incredible story of Madame Veuve Clicquot and her...- Wednesday, Feb 8, 2023
- 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- $50 per ticket
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Private Events
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