Listen "Legacy on the Menu – Welsh Rarebit, Famous Encounters and Fabulous Stories with Billy Martin"
Episode Synopsis
Welcome to the latest episode of Lunch with Shelley with our very special guest Billy Martin! As anyone from Washington knows, Billy is the owner of Martin’s Tavern and shares his iconic name with 4 other Billy Martins – two of whom started this great restaurant in 1933. This Billy Martin is a 3rd generation Georgetowner and a 4th generation restauranteur - who took over this iconic spot with his wife Gina almost 25 years ago.Martin’s Tavern is truly a marvel. Since William S Martin and his son William G Martin opened Martins Tavern in this exact location on N and Wisconsin, Martin’s has been a go-to spot for Washington’s movers and shakers, Hollywood stars, Broadway legends, and regular folks like us! Come join us in the Madeleine Albright booth for Welsh Rarebit, great entrees and perfect Bloody Mary’s as we discuss the history of the restaurant, famous encounters, Valentine’s Day, and all things Georgetown! Billy tells funny stories galore so check us out at www.lunchwithshelley.com or wherever you get your favorite podcasts, and as always Peace, Love and Lunch!
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