McLean Gardens Ballroom

Exclusively Managed by 3Citron Caterers

Historic Premiere Special Events Facility

Washington, DC Gay Wedding Reception Site

Full Service Catering

3811 Porter Street NW

Washington, DC 20016

Contact: Chef Phillipe Demol

202.342.3400

Elegantly Appointed, Historic Ballroom

The elegantly appointed ballroom provides the best backdrop for any special occasion. The ballroom boasts a 40-foot ceiling supported by four Greek columns and accented by five grand chandeliers.

Dramatic Grand Entrance Foyer

Entrance to the ballroom is through a dramatic foyer highlighted by a black and white marble floor. Furnishings in the foyer include wingback chairs, Hepplewhite tables, and lacquered Chinese screens.

On display in the foyer are historic photographs of the original McLean family and mansion. For entertaining during any season, the ballroom offers an exceptional combination of history and beauty to enhance your event.

Period Antiques & Silk Draperies

Period antiques and reproductions, including Chippendale-style chairs and camelback loveseats, surround the central oak dance floor. The two working fireplaces, each enhanced by a 10-foot gilded mirror, are prominent features in the ballroom.

Silk draperies grace 20-foot windows that offer additional illumination for daytime events. Soft yellow walls and exquisite architectural details throughout the room provide the finishing touches to this distinguished setting.

McLean Gardens Ballroom Capacity

Capacity for the ballroom is 350 guests. For a seated event, 150 guests can be accommodated comfortably. A seated buffet event can set up to 110 guests, and a stand-up cocktail event with multiple food stations can accommodate 160-350 guests with limited seating.

3Citron Caterers

Since 1996 3Citron has been providing brides in the DC Metro tri-state area with unsurpassed food and service on what is frequently called "the most important day of their lives"!

3Citron believes that every meal we cook reflects our passion for life. Every culture, race and religion throughout history has attached a great importance to the feasts, its means of celebration and self-expression.

Chef Phillipe Demol

Born and raised in France, Philippe received his formal cooking training at Lesdigueres Cooking School in Grenoble. Later he moved to London and completed his studies at Ealing College. He worked in London with the Roux Brothers, Henry Tabaillau and later with Paul Gaylor.

Creative Chef and Catering Manager

Phillipe moved to Washington D.C. in 1984 and worked in various restaurants: Four Ways, I Matti, and Yannick Cam's Le Pavillon. Philippe started in the catering business with Windows, Occasions, Susan Gage, and Fete Accomplie Caterers before founding Essence Caterers and later 3Citron.