In the catering industry, only 10 percent of restaurants can run for over 10 years. If possible, visit the following century-old restaurants, where you can enjoy the authentic local food and discover the stories behind them.

 Fraunces Tavern

Fraunces Tavern [File photo]

Location: New York, United States

Established in 1762

The Fraunces Tavern played a prominent role in shaping the landscape of the United States. It used to act as a meeting place for the Sons of Liberty. During the American Revolution, General George Washington lived in this building, made it his formal headquarters, negotiated with the British, and eventually formed the early constructs of the U.S. government. Today, the tavern is a whiskey bar and restaurant, which serves traditional American food from Manhattan’s South Street Seaport.