Best Antique Shop I've Been To! At a glance it seems like a normal antique shop (with some extra fun, unique pieces) but the owner is really what makes the antique shop so amazing. He lets you take things out of the cases and see how they work and knows the history of so much of the pieces. Thing that you think are nothing end up being some of the coolest pieces once he explain what they are and what the history is. Ask all the questions! We asked him to keep our names in case he ever decides to break up an antique set and let us buy individual pieces and he was such a nice man recommending for us to just look in our local area so we don't have to pay for shipping but I would be happy to! Half of why we wanted the pieces was because of the entire, wonderful experience Frank gave us while we were visiting Georgetown. Highly recommend! read more

It is out of business. The owner was very gracious on the phone explaining. Even recommended other shops.

Frank Milwee is a treasure find. Patient, knowledgeable, and passionate about antiques, he is THE source for information about the specialty antiques that you want to buy and sell. Frank knows the area; therefore, he can point you to other shops and auction houses that would best suit your needs. read more

Bought some antique spoons from this place while on a trip to D.C. a few months ago. The shop is fantastic with some really impressive items that Frank (I'm assuming) has curated. My only complaint is that after I returned home and wanted to buy some more wares, I found that they don't have a website! Huh? So I thought I would email them. NO EMAIL. Wuh? Maybe call and have a chat. Guess what? NO VOICEMAIL!?!? Come oooooon! I can understand trying to preserve some old-time sense of way things were in the past, but when it comes at the expense of helping out your business, it's just a bad move. I ended up going somewhere else for my add-on purchases because it's just easier to correspond over the internet when transacting between coasts. Frank, your stuff is awesome, but it's time to fish or cut bait. Get a website, email, and voicemail (for goodness sake!) and join the rest of us in 2017. read more

One of the best antique silver stores in the USA. The collection is amazing and the owner, Frank Milwee, is an expert. He knows every item where it came from and what it was used for. The prices are most reasonable for the quality of the items. Most items are not cheap, but they cost way more in other places. If you are searching for quality unique silver; this is your place. read more

I've been to many antique stores in many places over the globe and Frank's store stands out as one of my fast favorites. He finds the best examples of everything he carries and everything is in wonderful working condition: cleaned, repaired, and functioning. They are mostly stocked with American and British antiques -- especially silver, hollowware, plate, cutlery, and object of virtu. He's knowledgable, approachable, and above all relaxed. You can wander the store and open cases and pick up any of the items. Please do visit this place if you every find yourself in Georgetown! read more

There are so many beautiful items in this shop, it's difficult to know where to begin. The easiest is just to wander through and you will find the perfect item whether it be a gift for someone or just yourself! read more

It is an amazing store with a knowledgeable and friendly owner! Highly recommended if you are visiting Georgetown area.

This was the first antique store I've ever been in. I'm trying to forge my way into food photography and I've been looking around for props. This is a great place if you have a decent budget. Frank is extremely knowledgeable and talked me through so many pieces allowing me to hold crystal glasses and feel how heavy they are, telling me the origin country, creator, art era and story behind why he bought each piece. His pieces are very practical and would make a great addition to someone shopping for their home or china cabinet. He also has some very peculiar pieces as well, that are just as interesting as the beautiful ones. There's a lot to look at in this small store. Don't come in with an idea of what you want, explore and feel everything! read more

Frank Milwee - Antiques is perhaps the greatest hidden treasure in the city of Washington. During a walk through Georgetown three years ago I rang the bell to enter his shop and I have been back every visit to the city since. Frank himself is a charming man who brings in every patron from the most elite policymakers and celebrities to jogging interns to bask in the shimer of a silver collection spanning four centuries. There are few people as well versed in these antiques and the goings on in Washington as Frank. A trip to Frank Milwee - Antiques is more than just a quick stop to pick up a last minute gift, it's an adventure. His prices are fair because his products are the best quality and he would not let anything less go on the shelves. The man has furnished gifts for presidents, popes, and paupers. Do yourself a favor and pay him a visit time you are in Georgetown. read more

The most items I have ever seen that I wanted to buy in any antique store I have ever visited. He is so knowledgeable and such great host.

Great quality antiques. They have a lot of antique serving platters, furniture pieces, paintings, letter openers, flasks, vases, and old-fashioned drink mixers. The owners are very helpful. I was looking for teacups which they don't really have but the other antiques are of high quality. read more

Exceptional customer service!!!!! Frank knows his silver and provided an education on silver and its patterns. A wealth of knowledge and a nice guy. Beautiful pieces in his venue and exceptional vales. read more

Frank has an awesome store! Full of knowledge about all his pieces, frank will educate you on the history and importance of your purchase. He has a lovely collection of usable items. Not to be missed!! read more

Frank Milwee Antiques is one of the true gems of Georgetown. Three rooms of well-selected vintage silver, along with other exquisite -- and NOT overpriced-- collectables. Frank himself is charming, knowledgeable and a terrific story teller and Georgetown historian of sorts. Well worth stopping by these three rooms of dazzling heirlooms. read more

This Antique shop is full of interesting things! Although a little cluttered due to having so many things, it was truly a treat to visit Frank's store. He knew exactly where each item came from/heritage. He was friendly, chatty, and gave advise on antiques I already own. His antiques are not cheap but are truly beautiful. read more

Last weekend my wife took me to this great Georgetown find. I love wine and wine openers and Frank has one of the most vast and exciting wine pull and silver collections that I've ever seen. While we were there Frank and Susannah (sp?) showed us other great treasures and the stories behind them while also engaging a very bored 15 year old. The stories and education were great and we look forward to returning soon. Thank you for your hospitality. read more

I was looking for an anniversary present for my husband of two years. Frank very patiently gave me a number of genius ideas. He is extremely knowledgeable about everything antiques. I had a budget in mind and he recommended something which I hope my husband will treasure for a lifetime. I will definitely think of him when I make my next purchase. read more

We've bought many things from this shop over the years and always found Mr.Milwee to be enormously helpful, knowledgeable and honest - even to where it was against his interest in making a sale. He's is one of the old school antique dealers who truly cares about his customers and preserving the legacy of the items he finds. A wonderful but dying breed in this age of amazon and internet. And his shop is brimming with so many small, unusual beautiful, fun things it's a must-see every time we go to Georgetown. 6 stars. read more

Wish I could give it half a star. The owner of this shop was rude, critical, and outright snobbish. He referred to clients as being of a"stations in life" and explained that only a "certain kind of person" can afford to shop in his store. SERIOUSLY????!!!! Avoid like the plague, unless you like snobs and overpriced/undervalue antiques. read more

What a wonderful shop and Frank was extremely helpful and knowledgable. I just happened in, while walking around Georgetown, and was very impressed by the selection of fine silver and his casual way of allowing me to explore; only coming to help when I asked. It was low pressure and made me enjoy the experience that much more. I bought something I'd been looking for for awhile and the price was very reasonable. I can't wait to return. read more

I join the chorus. Like all of the others who have reviewed the store, I am a big fan. Wonderful, unusual, beautiful items abound, reflecting Frank's passion for silver and his deep expertise. Hey Frank, how about opening a branch in my hometown? read more

I say "woohoo" because I have been buying antiques at this shop for over 20 years. Frank Milwee is knowledgeable about what he sells. For example, when buying antique silver, he tells me who the maker was, what year the piece was made, and why it is historically important. In a day when many of our wonderful Georgetown shops are being lost to the big retailers, like Gap, it is refreshing to walk into a beautiful shop where the owner is personally accountable and takes the time to get to know his customers. Whether buying a small piece of antique silver or a more expensive piece, he always treats me as if I am buying the most expensive item in the shop. If you have not peeked into Frank Milwee Antiques, you are missing out on quite an experience. read more

Frank Millwee is one of the very best in the business. He is honest, knowledgable and a true class act. If you collect antiques or are just looking for a nice gift this is a great goto place. There are really very few shops left like this and I hope you get the chance to stop by sometime when you are in Georgetown. read more

I showed Frank two pieces of flatware and one piece of hollowware for identification help, either its maker or its function or both. Frank was able to do both, so mysteries that had been bugging me were solved! We also had a good discussion about the best way to clean silver. Would I go back to Frank? Absolutely! read more