Beuchert's Saloon

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Beuchert’s Saloon is a neighborhood restaurant and bar serving up a ‘farm American’ dining experience in the historically rich Eastern Market neighborhood of Washington, DC. With ingredients sourced from our family farm, Executive Chef Andrew Markert translates local, fresh produce into playful American fare with a creative twist.

Reservations accepted Sunday through Thursday for parties of 6 or more. No reservations Friday - Saturday.

The Chef: Andrew Markert

A true rogue in the kitchen, Markert is known for cooking with an edge and attitude all his own, bringing a new energy to fine dining. He has gained national recognition for his talents, showcasing his skills on the Food Network’s hit TV show Chopped in 2011.

Markert is a graduate of Johnson and Wales University in Providence, RI. He has worked at critically acclaimed Washington, DC area restaurants Citronelle, Notti Bianche, Vermilion, Tallula, Hook, and most recently as the Chef de Cuisine at PS7s in Chinatown.

The Original

The original Beuchert’s Saloon was founded in this same location in 1880 by John Ignatius Beuchert, a German immigrant and prominent Capitol Hill businessman. Legend has it that throughout Prohibition, Beuchert’s operated as a speakeasy, behind such fronts as a Singer sewing machine store and a gramophone shop.

In resurrecting this neighborhood mainstay, the new owners have gone to great lengths to maintain the incredible history of the building, handling most of the build-out themselves. Partner and designer August Paro meticulously recreated period-appropriate fixtures and finishes, inspired by the amazing history of this long-standing Capitol Hill establishment.

Eat

Snacks

Markert’s Market

(7 each | 18 for 3)

Whole Meals

Brunch

Drink

White

(glass / bottle) * by bottle only

Rose

Red

(glass / bottle)

Beer

(7 each)

House Cocktails

(11 each)

Chef's Table

Tuesday through Thursday evenings*, Beuchert’s features a separate tasting menu at the bar seats abutting the kitchen. Chef Markert creates a unique culinary adventure, collaborating with guests and incorporating seasonal ingredients. Wine, beer and cocktail pairings – or a “bartender’s choice” combination of the three – are also available.

The chef’s table requires a 72 hour advanced booking. Cancellations within inside the 72 hour window are nonrefundable.

*For parties of 5-6, Beuchert’s may make special accommodations for Sunday or Monday reservations.

Sample Tasting Menu

The Hill is Home | 03/15/13

A terrific early review from the folks at The Hill is Home, on our first “officially open” day.

Washington City Paper | 03/06/13

Meet Mike & Ike, two giant stuffed bison heads that stand watch over the bar at Beuchert’s Saloon.

BrightestYoungThings | 02/08/13

More detailed coverage of the space, including dining room photos and some great shots of our mascots, Mike & Ike.

Urban Daddy | 01/31/13

The first published pics of our finished space! Check out Urban Daddy’s exclusive coverage on the interior and design.

Dining Bisnow | 01/19/13

Beuchert’s was featured in Bisnow’s round-up of 10 new restaurants to hit the Eastern Market area.

Beuchert's team, Brendan McMahon, August Paro, and Nathan Berger

Zagat | 01/07/13

The legendary Zagat guide listed Beuchert’s in its preview of 12 DC restaurant openings to be excited about.

Girl Meets Food | 01/07/13

The DC dining aficionados give a great recap of the history of our space and a hint of what’s to come.

Eater DC | 01/04/13

Eater counted Beuchert’s Saloon among DC’s 12 most anticipated restaurant openings for January.

The Beuchert's Saloon Team, Brendan McMahon, August Paro and Nathan Berger

Washington City Paper | 12/05/12

Young&Hungry was the first to preview our opening menu, with a great write-up about our chef, Andrew Markert.

The Washington Post | 11/28/12

The one and only Tom Sietsema wrote a terrific preview piece on the forthcoming Beuchert’s Saloon, teasing the design, cuisine and cocktail program, as only he can.