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Cafe Colline, Arlington, VA

Cafe Colline

4.8
4.8
830 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 32 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Lunch is served from 11:30 am Tuesday through Friday. Reservations for lunch are not required.
Outside seating is available.

From the culinary team that brought you Chez Billy Sud & Parc de Ville, comes a new cafe in the heart of Arlington, VA.
Featuring regional French-inspired cuisine by chef Brendan L’Etoile, Cafe Colline is the perfect place for leisurely lunches, first dates, or just a wonderful evening of delicious food and drinks.
Now with our curbside takeaway service, you can enjoy Paris without stepping on a plane

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 567-6615
  • Website
    http://www.cafecollineva.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Brendan L’Etoile
  • Location
    4536 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA 22207
  • Area
    Arlington
  • Parking details
    Ample Front and Back Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Hors d'Oeuvres

  • Onion Soup GratinéeUSD 14.00

    gruyère crouton

    • Salad MaisonUSD 10.00

      bibb & gem lettuces, fines herbs, shaved radish, bistro vinaigrette

      • Pâté MaisonUSD 14.00

        pistachio, prune, grain mustard, cornichon, toast

        • Foie de VolailleUSD 12.00

          chicken liver mousse, madeira gelee, toast

          Entrées

          • Loup de MerUSD 28.00

            sea bass, french beans, fennel soubise, almond-caper beurre noisette

            • Roast ChickenUSD 27.00

              herb roasted amish chicken, potato dauphinoise, spinach, tarragon jus

              • Bucatini ProvençalUSD 20.00

                pistachio pistou, roasted squash, sage, parmesan

                • Steak FritesUSD 37.00

                  allen brothers new york strip Steak, frites, sauce bernaise

                  • Cafe BurgerUSD 17.00

                    two patties, club sauce, lettuce, american cheese, herby pickles, frites

                    • Croque MadameUSD 16.00

                      grilled ham & cheese sandwich, mornay sauce, fried egg, frites

                      Accompaniments

                      • Pommes FritesUSD 6.00

                        Desserts

                        • Riz au LaitUSD 8.00

                          vanilla rice pudding, sea salt caramel

                          • Pots de CrèmeUSD 10.00

                            chocolate hazelnut custard, chantilly

                            Last updated: 20 February 2022

                            What 830 people are saying

                            Overall ratings and reviews

                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                            4.8
                            4.8 based on recent ratings
                            • 4.9Food
                            • 4.8Service
                            • 4.7Ambience
                            • 4.5Value

                            Noise • Moderate

                            Loved For

                            • Washington, D.C. Area

                              Neighbourhood gem

                            • Washington, D.C. Area

                              French

                            • Virginia - DC Suburbs

                              Best Food

                            • Virginia - DC Suburbs

                              Neighbourhood gem

                            • Virginia - DC Suburbs

                              French

                            Review summary

                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                            Cafe Colline is a neighborhood gem offering "delicious food" with standout dishes like steak frites and sea bass. The "amazing service" and inviting atmosphere make it a go-to spot for locals. While reservations are recommended due to its popularity, the "fantastic cocktails" and French-inspired menu make the wait worthwhile.

                            830 Reviews

                            1. Julianna

                              Washington DC

                              1 review

                              vip
                              5.0

                              1 review

                              Dined 2 days ago

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              I had another fantastic experience at Cafe Colline! As always, the service was top-notch, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was cozy and inviting. Our server was attentive and super sweet, making our visit even more enjoyable. I took a friend there to celebrate her birthday, and she loved it just as much as I do. I’ll definitely keep returning and highly recommend this charming spot to anyone looking for a great meal and a warm, welcoming environment!

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                            2. Claudia

                              Louisville

                              1 review

                              5.0

                              1 review

                              Dined 6 days ago

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Cafe Colline is my favorite restaurant in the Washington, DC area.

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                            3. justin

                              Washington DC

                              1 review

                              5.0

                              1 review

                              Dined 7 days ago

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 4
                              Exceptional service, Meredith and the hostess were wonderful. Food was ridiculously good and fast. Excellent first time at this cafe for a special birthday.

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                            4. Ashvin

                              London

                              35 reviews

                              4.0

                              35 reviews

                              Dined on 12 November 2024

                              1. Overall 4
                              2. Food 3
                              3. Service 4
                              4. Ambience 3
                              It was Monday night. It was cold in the restaurant on a cool night. We asked them to turn down the a/c, which they did thankfully. The frisee salad was excellent. The loup de mer was cooked just right and very delicious by itself, although the dish would've benefited from less butter, much less butter.

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                            5. alex

                              Washington DC

                              1 review

                              5.0

                              1 review

                              Dined on 6 November 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              We lived in Paris previously and travel there often, and Cafe Colline is as good as many of our favorite restos in Paris. Food, service, and ambience were all topnotch.

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                            6. Patti

                              Washington DC

                              34 reviews

                              vip
                              3.0

                              34 reviews

                              Dined on 5 November 2024

                              1. Overall 3
                              2. Food 3
                              3. Service 4
                              4. Ambience 3
                              Their Onion Soup is terrific. Mussels also great.It's pretty easy to be happy with food here. But, I'd say the bucatini with butternut squash was a miss.

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                            7. Geri

                              Washington DC

                              67 reviews

                              vip
                              5.0

                              67 reviews

                              Dined on 5 November 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Our server was great.Could probably speak up a little since he wears a mask. All 3 dinners were excellent - burger, salmon and beef bourguignon. And dessert was delicious as well.

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                            8. OpenTable Diner

                              Washington DC

                              1 review

                              5.0

                              1 review

                              Dined on 2 November 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Yummmmm, so good. Hands down best place in Arlington…and can say that after being in Arlington for over 20 years

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                            9. Luann

                              Washington DC

                              1 review

                              vip
                              5.0

                              1 review

                              Dined on 29 October 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Amazing food and wonderful wait staff. Will definitely be back.

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                            10. Karen

                              Washington DC

                              33 reviews

                              4.0

                              33 reviews

                              Dined on 22 October 2024

                              1. Overall 4
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 4
                              My husband and a celebrated a wedding anniversary and had a wonderful experience at Cafe Colline. My husband said his mussels were outstanding and I enjoyed the salmon as well. We split an appetizer and dessert and especially enjoyed the Basque cheesecake. The service was excellent on a busy night though it took a while before our entrees arrived. We’re so fortunate to have Cafe Colline in our neighborhood!

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                            FAQs

                            Cafe Colline offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 567-6615.

                            Cafe Colline is rated 4.8 stars by 830 OpenTable diners.

                            Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                            Make a booking

                            2 people
                            7:00 pm
                            Booked 32 times today

                            Order delivery or takeout

                            Google Map for Cafe Colline

                            4536 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA 22207

                            Additional information

                            • Area
                              Arlington
                            • Hours of Operation
                              Tue–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
                            • Price
                              $31 to $50
                            • Cuisines
                              French, Bistro
                            • Dining style
                              Casual Elegant
                            • Dress code
                              Smart Casual
                            • Parking details
                              Ample Front and Back Parking
                            • Payment Options
                              AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                            • Executive Chef
                              Brendan L’Etoile
                            • Additional
                              Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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