1. White Horse Tavern (Newport, Rhode Island)
Established in 1673, the White Horse Tavern holds the title of America’s oldest operating tavern. Its weathered beams and crackling fireplace transport visitors straight into colonial times, where both British soldiers and American revolutionaries once gathered. Every meal and ale served here is steeped in history, with a menu that pays homage to centuries of tradition. The White Horse Tavern isn’t just a place to dine; it’s a rare chance to savor the atmosphere of a bygone era, surrounded by the echoes of America’s earliest days.
