Is Martin's Tavern from 'SNL' sketch a real Washington DC bar?

"Saturday Night Live" used Martin's Tavern as the backdrop for its May 9 cold open, putting the longtime establishment in the national spotlight.

The sketch featured Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth — portrayed by Colin Jost — drinking at the bar alongside Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh and FBI Director Kash Patel, played by Matt Damon and Aziz Ansari, respectively.

The scene, which poked fun at the alleged drinking habits of the three Donald Trump figures, sparked questions from viewers unfamiliar with the Washington DC landmark: Is Martin's Tavern a real place, or just a fictional setting created for the show?

Here's what to know about the iconic bar and restaurant featured on "SNL."

Yes, and it's been around for nearly a century, opening in the Georgetown neighborhood in 1933.