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Petite Cerise, Washington, DC

Petite Cerise

4.7
4.7
216 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 48 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Part neighborhood café, part energetic bistro, Petite Cerise is located in a bright and lively historic corner space in Shaw/Mount Vernon Triangle. Petite Cerise features separate à la carte menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition, Petite Cerise has a Coffee Counter open Tuesday - Friday opening at 8am serving classic coffee and espresso preparations, housemade pastries, and other breakfast items to go or sit down.

Dinner offers both an à la carte menu along with a Prix Fixe option. The focus in the evening is to craft unique and innovative dishes utilizing the very best ingredients within the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond skillfully prepared through a French lens.

If you decide to join us for a morning coffee, quick mid-day bite, stretch out your lunch over a glass of wine, or gather with friends for an indulgent and creative dinner, we invite you here to celebrate and enjoy.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Tue–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jeremiah Langhorne
  • Private party facilities
    Petite Cerise offers a wide range of private dining options. To submit a private event request follow this link https://petitecerise.tripleseat.com/party_request/36573
  • Private party contact
    Mary Claire Tansill: (202) 977-4550

Private dining

What 216 people are saying

Petite Cerise reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • District of Columbia

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Petite Cerise offers a "phenomenal and approachable" tasting menu with "spectacular" food and "wonderful service." The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it a delightful spot for any meal. Known for its "outstanding menu" and "delicious food," it's a must-visit for both casual brunches and elegant dinners.
216 Reviews
  1. Thomas VIP

    Washington DC17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Atmosphere was good as was food . Nice menu . Staff was very friendly but unfortunately service was on slow side ( I suspect problem was not with server ) .

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  2. Scott VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good food but also very slow service which is a shame

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  3. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time having dinner here and the whole experience was terrific. Service was especially notable — every person we interacted with had the perfect touch and made the evening that much more special. Food and drinks were of course impeccable.

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  4. Robelyn

    Baltimore1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious! I especially loved the omelette!

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  5. Hannah

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really lovely place. Great for a quiet date, with family, or dining solo. The food is delicious and the menu is well-curated.

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  6. Alan

    Washington DC1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I enjoyed an absolutely delicious four-course prix fixe dinner at Petite Cerise. Every course was exquisitely presented and a wonderful balance of flavors and contrasting textures. The menu is a successful combination of French classics and more regionally and globally-inspired fare. Service was inexplicably slow on a not terribly busy Wednesday, especially at the beginning of the evening, but the waitstaff were very professional and helpful. The decor is a little disappointing, not quite matching the level of the cuisine. However, the tables are widely spaced and the noise level very civilized, phenomena that are entirely too scarce in Washington. I absolutely recommend Petite Cerise for anyone interested in a sophisticated and contemporary take on Gallic cuisine in a more serene environment than the city's most popular French establishments.

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  7. Jessica VIP

    Greater Boston18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was wonderful- very thoughtful and delicious. Service was friendly, helpful, and good overall although a little uneven in speed. We waited exceptionally long between the snack and appetizer courses and then the following courses were more closely paced. The prix fix menu felt reasonably priced for DC at this moment: not cheap but well worth it for the quality of food. It was our first time and we will return.

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  8. KateT VIP

    Washington DC8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

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

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  9. Ryan

    Washington DC24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food, wonderful service. The tasting menu is phenomenal and approachable… lean in!

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  10. Pablo

    Tampa13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was spectacular!….The Almond Croissant is amazing. Great food and relaxing ambiance.

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Petite Cerise is rated 4.7 stars by 216 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Petite Cerise

1027 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

  • Area
    Mount Vernon Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Tue–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Executive Chef
    Jeremiah Langhorne
  • Additional
    Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Petite Cerise offers a wide range of private dining options. To submit a private event request follow this link https://petitecerise.tripleseat.com/party_request/36573
  • Private party contact
    Mary Claire Tansill: (202) 977-4550
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