Bastille

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   Ricky

   Chicago

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The entire evening was simply amazing! Great service, well designed menu and perfect atmosphere! We were able to enjoy ourselves and never felt rushed! As far as dishes goes, we recommend the caviar, the halibut and of course the buche de Noel! We will see you soon!
   

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   stan

   Chicago

   18 reviews

   5.0

   18 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Christmas Eve dinner is always a hit, but this they seemed to somehow take it up a notch. If they didn't have a seasonal, changing menu, I'd plead for that halibut to be a permanent fixture on the menu. Great service from the host, the bartenders, the server, the runners...Bastille is still nailing it. Oh, and special props to the bartenders. They are real pros who obviously take pride in their craft and not just absent-mindedly throwing ingredients together.
   

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   Rachel

   Washington DC

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   As usual, the food and service were exceptional. We started with escargot and beet salad, then had steak frites (perfectly medium rare) for our second course; all washed down with a lovely Bordeaux. We had the pot du crème for dessert. Delightful. I just love this restaurant, and highly recommend it.
   

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   Ray

   Washington DC

   22 reviews

   5.0

   22 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food, excellent service, good ambiance. Perfect spot for an intimate dinner with a loved one or friends. Never disappoints.
   

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   carol

   VIP

   Washington DC

   26 reviews

   5.0

   26 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely wonderful late lunch with impeccable service! Food was outstanding - every delectable bite. Reasonably priced. Coming back for NYE! Easy parking right across the street. Give it a try - we think you’ll love it!
   

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   Joan

   Washington DC

   22 reviews

   4.0

   22 reviews

   Dined on 15 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Bastille is a charming bustling neighborhood spot. On this Saturday night, the noise level was uncomfortable due in part to it being filled to capacity and the tile flooring. The wait staff, when available, was efficient and knowledgeable. However, we had to ask for more water and for condiments. We were not asked whether we’d like dessert. The food was perfectly prepared.
   

   BastilleResponded on 17 December 2024

   Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our bustling atmosphere and found our food to be perfectly prepared. We’re sorry to hear that the noise level was uncomfortable during your visit and that our wait staff didn’t meet your expectations in terms of attentiveness. Your comments about water and condiments will be addressed with our team to ensure that we provide a better experience in the future. We appreciate your input and hope you’ll join us again to enjoy both the food and the service at its best! Bastille Management
   

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   Theresa

   VIP

   Washington DC

   82 reviews

   4.0

   82 reviews

   Dined on 13 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This isa great lunch spot, Nice variety of dishes. The soup was outstanding. Relatively easy to park in this part of Old Town,
   

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   Laurie

   VIP

   Washington DC

   95 reviews

   4.0

   95 reviews

   Dined on 11 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   A wonderful dinner!! We loved the Boeuf Bourguignon! Our server Noemi was both helpful and friendly. I love Bastille!!
   

   BastilleResponded on 17 December 2024

   Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Boeuf Bourguignon and had a great experience with Noemi. We appreciate your support and can't wait to welcome you back to Bastille for another wonderful dinner! Bastille Management
   

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   Remie

   New York City

   19 reviews

   5.0

   19 reviews

   Dined on 11 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Bastille is truly a gem. This is our "go-to" restaurant for a fantastic meal and dining experience. Tonight, each of us had the Brasserie Prix Fixe, with the following appetizers: Escargots (snails), Salad de Betteraves (beets) et Citrus, and Beignets des Crevettes (rock shrimp fritters). Two of us orderd the Magret de Canard aux Poivres (duck breast with pears), and one had the Boeuf Bourguignon (beef in wine sauce). We all finished with the Napolean dessert, which is an innovative take on the classic, full of flavors and textures. Everything was truly delicious. The duck, which I had, was flawless. The duck breast itself, cooked perfectly medium rare, was so flavorful, enhanced by a delicious, rich, wine-based sauce and stewed pears. The entree was accompanied by the best wild rice I have ever had - a perfect balance of umami and saltiness, and a nutty crunch to the grains. The broccolini, paired with melting cippolini onions, was flavorful and tender, cooked to perfection. It is not an exaggeration to say I enjoyed every bite of my meal. As always, the service was friendly and attentive, just the right balance. Everyone, from our server to the bus people, to the manager and hostess, provided excellent customer service. The atmosphere in the bistro, where we often prefer to sit, is comfortable and charming, with a lively buzz of activity, but is not too loud. The bistro tables and chairs bring one back to France. I am from NYC, where we have plenty of great restaurants, including French cuisine stars, but I can honestly say that Bastille is my favorite French restaurant on the East Coast. I cannot wait to return. Bon appetit!
   

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    Kristen

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    This lovely neighborhood restaurant always makes me feel welcome. The food and anbiance are great.
    

    BastilleResponded on 17 December 2024

    Kristen, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you feel welcome in our restaurant and that you enjoy both the food and ambiance. Your support means a lot to us, and we look forward to serving you again soon!
    

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