New York Bar Hop: The Boozer's Guide to Fraunces Tavern (1)🍻

Fraunces Tavern is a fantastic spot that combines a restaurant/bar and a museum. The museum closes its doors at 5 PM. It's a place rich in history and offers delicious food. 🌿🌟 It's perfect for exploration. Many of the waiters are well-versed in the history here, and striking up a conversation can be incredibly informative. Reading up on this place before your visit can make your experience even more rewarding—just saying.😉 🌿🌟The building that houses the restaurant dates back to 1719. It still has the original floors from 1719—talk about quality! The restaurant itself opened its doors in 1762. For context, the United States wasn't even a country yet in 1776. In 1835, the place survived a massive fire, and you can still see the charred marks on the ceiling.🔥 A lot of online reviews mention the Revolutionary War and George Washington. This place was a significant spot during the war. It even has a prominent role in the Broadway musical Hamilton. (Fun fact: Hamilton's office was located upstairs in the tavern.) 🌿🌟The Revolutionary War lasted from 1775 to 1783, where the American colonies fought against British control and ultimately gained independence. On November 25, 1783, the last British soldiers left Manhattan, and Washington marched into the city with his Continental Army. This day is known as Evacuation Day. Fraunces Tavern is where Washington celebrated this victory. 🎉 Fraunces Tavern 54 Pearl St, New York, NY 10004 🌿🌟 #NewYorkAdventures 🌃 #HistoryLovers 🕰️