Celebrate with a Party
Banish boring holiday get-togethers by throwing a fete of your own. Personally, we live out-of-house parties the best - less hassle and no cleaning. You get the picture. So, whether you're hosting a group large or small, here's a slew of restaurants with halls worth decking. Fa la la, baby, fa la la.

Washington, D.C.
1789 Restaurant: It's like dining at home, if your home is a Federal-period house with a stellar chef at work in the kitchen. Three private rooms can accommodate 18 to 120. 1226 36th Street NW, (202) 965-1789. www.1789restaurant.com