Meet Executive Chef Marc Wilson
Born and raised in Detroit, Chef Marc Wilson learned the art of cooking from his mother and grandmother. In his twenties, he began his culinary career at the Townsend Hotel in Birmingham, Michigan before traveling across the Midwest. He is certified by the American Culinary Federation as a Certified Executive Chef, and Certified Culinary Administrator, and received World Certified Executive Chef recognition from the World Association of Chefs Societies. Today, he is thrilled to bring his expertise in creating innovative, globally inspired dishes to The City Club of Washington.
Shake Hands. Break Bread.
Blow out the candles. Pop the question. Revel in experiential dining with local flavor like never before. You and your guests always have a seat at our table.
Presidential Dining Room
Sit down, relax, what can we get you? Experience elevated dining at its finest in the Presidential Dining Room, a haven for D.C.’s power players and social savants. Here, first-class service, culinary excellence, and savvy conversations are always on the menu.
Columbia Square Bar & Lounge
The day + night bar beautifully transitions from work life to social life. Here, hours are happier and sunsets are dreamier. Take five. Enjoy a summer spritz. Meet someone new and toast to a social life done right. Live music and member mingles keep this space lively and always entertaining.
Ian MacDonald
Food & Beverage Director
Serving since 1993
About Ian
Since Ian started working at the City Club of Washington in September 1993, he has had the pleasure of getting to know many Members and Associate Members. After graduating from the Pennsylvania State University (Penn State), he worked for several years in Food and Beverage for Marriott International before discovering his affinity for providing diligent, personalized service in a private club setting. He has a keen interest in food and wine and always hopes that our club’s Wine Society reflects his enthusiasm for sharing fun, insightful and uncomplicated wine knowledge with others. He encourages everyone to attend our Wine Society events.He really enjoys commuting on his bicycle to and from the Club in all sorts of weather conditions. And, although he considers himself a Washingtonian, he still reminisces fondly about his small hometown of Cinnaminson, New Jersey.Email Ian at ian.macdonald@clubcorp.com
Marc Wilson
Executive Chef
Serving since 2019