Elijah McLean's Event Venue and Inn is gracefully positioned in downtown Washington, Missouri, on more than two acres of beautiful hills overlooking the Missouri River. This historic venue boasts both indoor and outdoor spaces to host your gatherings.
Whether you envision your dream wedding outdoors in our gorgeous Edgewater Tent overlooking the river or inside in our elegant Chandelier Hall with 24-foot vaulted ceilings adorned with two elaborate crystal chandeliers, we will make your dream come true.Let us host your private events, including wedding ceremonies and receptions, anniversary celebrations, birthday parties, corporate retreats, bridal and baby showers, and more.
Whether you envision your dream wedding outdoors in our gorgeous Edgewater Tent overlooking the river or inside in our elegant Chandelier Hall with 24-foot vaulted ceilings adorned with two elaborate crystal chandeliers, we will make your dream come true.Let us host your private events, including wedding ceremonies and receptions, anniversary celebrations, birthday parties, corporate retreats, bridal and baby showers, and more.
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Elijah McLean's is the perfect location for the wedding or event of your dreams. Our beautiful venue, overlooking the Missouri River, has everything on site to make your day stress-free and memorable.
From Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions to Rehearsal Dinners, Anniversary Parties, Birthday Parties, and Bridal Showers, we can host just about any event you can dream up! Add on the spectacular views, and we have everything to make your event unforgettable.
From Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions to Rehearsal Dinners, Anniversary Parties, Birthday Parties, and Bridal Showers, we can host just about any event you can dream up! Add on the spectacular views, and we have everything to make your event unforgettable.
Come join us for live music, great food & a beautiful riverfront view at Sunset on the Riverfront brought to you by Downtown Washington, Inc! No outside food and drink or pets are allowed. Join Downtown Washington Inc. for the 2021 Foodstock! During this event we will be collecting food and monetary donations for Washington food pantries.
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Reviews (15)
Warren Montgomery
Sep 27, 2021
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Amanda Barron
Jun 04, 2021
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Thank you for the response, but that won't be necessary. Your staff is extremely rude, your grounds weren't very well kept, (I noticed weeds all in the flower beds) and you don't have sufficient parking to support your business it sounds like. You also don't care about your community enough to allow some kids and their parents to take some photos for a once in a lifetime event. You dont want that to happen? post some private parking or private property signs visibly. And in the future, given that it is a business and you're all about the money, you could have said something nicely. Kindness goes
Andy Hrastich
May 22, 2021
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Mother's day brunch was at best a disaster. I normally don't bash on places but it was pretty pathetic. We had reservations for 1200 along with another 100 or so participants. Stuffed into the wating room we were seated 20 mins late. There was no organization for serving. The buffet ran out of food multiple times with the staff standing around watching and seldomly refilling. The line was extremely slow due to people waiting for food. When the food was restocked it was cold or luke warm and mostly store bought. At the prices paid I expect at minimum restaurant quality. One star for the fried chicken
Bill S.
Dec 09, 2020
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This used to be a great place to dine and enjoy memorable dinners. I remember coming here for several Thanksgiving meals years ago. Today, food isn't the main draw so it's lost its charm as the place yo eat in Washington. Now it appears the focus is events, not the dining. Great history and location.
Debbie Thompson
Jan 18, 2020
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John Bicanich
Jul 16, 2019
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A colleague and I came in on a business lunch. The service was subpar to say the least. Total lunch service time was an hour and a half which is unacceptable. We ordered the Thai Chicken Satay and the portion of rice was no bigger than the size of a hockey puck. The chicken portion consisted of 3 very small pieces of chicken on a skewer. As someone who has had restaurant experience, I estimate that we had 2.5 to 3 oz of chicken per portion. We both left the restaurant hungry... I realize that the restaurant just reopened, hopefully today's lunch service was just an anomaly.
Kathy R.
Apr 28, 2019
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Went to Elijah McLeans for lunch on
Sat. April 27th 2019. This was our
first visit since they reopened. Called
ahead to ask the size of their pizzas.
Talked to two different people and
neither one would give me a straight
answer. I didn't think that was a
very difficult question and never did
get an answer. After receiving the
pizza I understood why they did
not want you to know---- you only
get 5 very small pieces for $16.50.
To say that's overpriced is an understatement. I got soup and
tea. My husband got a salad and
we split 5 slices. When we got
the bill, we were overcharged
Sat. April 27th 2019. This was our
first visit since they reopened. Called
ahead to ask the size of their pizzas.
Talked to two different people and
neither one would give me a straight
answer. I didn't think that was a
very difficult question and never did
get an answer. After receiving the
pizza I understood why they did
not want you to know---- you only
get 5 very small pieces for $16.50.
To say that's overpriced is an understatement. I got soup and
tea. My husband got a salad and
we split 5 slices. When we got
the bill, we were overcharged
Judi N.
Apr 21, 2019
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Friday night. 8 pm. Restaurant is empty except for my husband and I.
First, we didn't know what door to go in the front or one of the two side doors?
Hint: back side door leads to the bar area.
Second, we entered through the front door and there was no one there and there was no sign to tell us where to go.
Once we found someone, got sat down, everything was good.
Third, the menu is limited.
I ordered the BlackBerry asiago Pizza which comes in a personal size (see picture) and my husband ordered the Grilled Ribeye sandwich (picture). We also ordered the Bourban Cherry Brie that is served with
First, we didn't know what door to go in the front or one of the two side doors?
Hint: back side door leads to the bar area.
Second, we entered through the front door and there was no one there and there was no sign to tell us where to go.
Once we found someone, got sat down, everything was good.
Third, the menu is limited.
I ordered the BlackBerry asiago Pizza which comes in a personal size (see picture) and my husband ordered the Grilled Ribeye sandwich (picture). We also ordered the Bourban Cherry Brie that is served with
Brian R.
Mar 18, 2019
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I was so glad to see this restaurant reopen. Several years ago this is where my wife and I ate before I proposed to her so this place has sentimental value. We ate here for lunch. It was a limited menu but a good selection. The prices were high for what you received. The wine list was great but again, a bit overpriced. I ordered the rib-eye steak sandwich. It was a bit over-cooked but not dry. The Duchess potatoes were phenomenal. The venue was very clean and beautifully decorated. Mckenzie was a fantastic server. She was personable and attentive but not being overbearing. I would suggest asking
Gabby R.
Mar 18, 2019
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Steve B.
Mar 10, 2019
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I was led to believe this was the fanciest restaurant in Washington, MO... and while it is in a pretty, old house on a hill overlooking the Missouri River, it is really more of a bar than a restaurant. We were there mid-day and we were the only diners. Our waitress was very nice, but knew little about the menu. Her service was very attentive, though. Food-wise, the coffee was great. French onion soup was delicious with a mustard edge. Homemade horseradish-ranch salad dressing was good. Chicken breast and salmon had good sauces, but meats were dry and hard. Prices were pretty high for the area.
Felix F.
Feb 08, 2019
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Samuel Samson
Feb 05, 2019
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Curious, we went for drinks yesterday having last been there more than a decade ago. The renovation is clearly a huge success. Every square inch inside and out has been addressed using topnotch materials (e.g., copper gutters, nicely resurfaced parking area, refinished plaster walls beautifully painted) and the general effect is 5 star. Our female bartender was attractive, friendly and professional and the bar area was classy and cosy. We look forward to many lunches and dinners at this beautiful addition to the dining scene in Washington. Kudos!
Ralph Schwartz
Dec 13, 2018
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Brian Sohn
Oct 29, 2018
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The new owners have done a great job paying attention to detail in their renovations. They have made it as nice as everyone hopes to remember it from their past (possibly better). It will be a place to create future memories in Washington for years to come. Don't miss a opportunity to see it for yourself.
