Best French restaurants in Washington, D.C. Area

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23 restaurants available nearby

1. FIG & OLIVE DC

4.5

Awesome(2703)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

Very nice place for my daughters 30th Birthday dinner

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2. Bistro Du Jour Capitol Hill

4.7

Exceptional(148)

Price: Moderate

• French • Washington

Booked 19 times today

Consistently great food and service in a very pleasant ambiance.

3. Petite Cerise

4.7

Exceptional(157)

Price: Expensive

• French • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 49 times today

Our experience at Petite Cerise was outstanding. We ordered the prix fixe menu and every item was delicious. We had time to enjoy each course and never rushed. The food quality was superior and service very attentive. I highly recommend this restaurant for small parties.

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4. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.4

Awesome(1380)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 195 times today

The ambiance is unbeatable and the food was pretty good, but not exceptional for the price. The wine deal was great. The service was overall pretty good, but we had a few issues. When we arrived, with a reservation, we had to wait about 25 minutes for our table. We were eventually taken to the side room, so our table was nice, but I would’ve been disappointed if we’d gotten a table in the middle of the main area or upstairs because it wasn’t as cute and the main area was pretty chaotic. While waiting for the table, they suggested we wait at the bar, which we did, and nobody ever acknowledged us or took our order. When we sat down, there seemed to be confusion about who our server was and multiple people came up to our table to take our order and check on us. That being said, they were all very professional and helpful. I will say, it was my friend’s birthday, which I put on the reservation and reminded our (first) waiter, and they never did anything to acknowledge it. We ordered two desserts, and they didn’t even give her a candle!! I’ve never experienced that before, especially at a high-end restaurant. That was very disappointing.

5. Jackie

4.6

Exceptional(164)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Navy Yard

Booked 7 times today

I had an absolutely wonderful dining experience. The food was exceptional—starting with the onion tart, which had a delightful sweetness from the glaze and was truly outstanding. For my entrée, I chose the lemon pepper linguine, which was hands down the best I’ve ever had. The flavors were perfectly balanced and unforgettable. The evening was made even more special as I was celebrating my good friend’s 60th birthday. The setting and ambiance were perfect, creating a truly memorable experience!

6. Lyon Hall

4.7

Exceptional(3900)

Price: Moderate

• French • Arlington

Booked 74 times today

Overall experience excellent Starting with the waiter , food and service everything was great Best burger I’ve had in a long time & wife’s French toast fried chicken sandwich with fries outstanding

7. La Chaumiere

4.8

Exceptional(4850)

Price: Expensive

• French • Georgetown

Booked 37 times today

Excellent value , delicious traditional French food, great service and friendly, accommodating staff- overall, a fabulous meal and a terrific evening in front sitting in front of a warm, beautiful fireplace!

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8. Medium Rare - Cleveland Park

4.6

Exceptional(2120)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Cleveland Park

Booked 53 times today

We always have a great time! This is the best meal deal in Washington DC and the steak is phenomenal

9. La Bise

4.7

Exceptional(935)

Price: Expensive

• French • Downtown

Booked 8 times today

It was our first time dining at La Bise and won’t be our last! Great variety and creative menu opens, wonderful cocktails. Our server Abdul was amazing, knowledgeable, and a true professional. We met Dina, the general manager as well who made us feel welcomed. Highly recommend!

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10. a.kitchen+bar D.C.

4.7

Exceptional(68)

Price: Expensive

• American • West End

Booked 16 times today

Fantastic new spot in DC with very good food and service, the Brace for Impact cocktail was wonderful.

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23 restaurants available nearby

1. FIG & OLIVE DC

2. Bistro Du Jour Capitol Hill

3. Petite Cerise

4. La Grande Boucherie - DC

5. Jackie

6. Lyon Hall

7. La Chaumiere

8. Medium Rare - Cleveland Park

9. La Bise

10. a.kitchen+bar D.C.

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