“My wife and I dined here recently for our wedding anniversary. The food was terrific as detailed in other reviews. But you can find terrific food in many other restaurants in the area. What made our experience special was the staff.Thank you Jason, Sam, and the other staff whose names escape me for being perfectly attentive and genuinely caring about making our dinner a special experience.“
“I thought that for the price, the food and service were very good. I appreciated that they were able to accommodate a walk-in for weekend brunch. The hostess was very polite and the servers were very attentive. The restaurant was very clean, including the bathrooms which were very nice compared to a lot of restaurants in DC. For a restaurant I had not heard of prior to visiting, I was pleasantly surprised!“
“I can't say enough great things about Lutece. My wife and I shared one of the best dining experiences we've ever had in DC there recently. The food was sublime (duck confit tagliatelle was my personal favorite). The wine service was impeccable. The staff was super chill yet very attentive. And the atmosphere was perfect for the moment. We sat at one of the high top kitchen tables, which I highly recommend. We'll be back for sure.“
“Dear Diary - What an amazing place! The food menu, extremely helpful members, and drinks were absolutely wonderful in making the experience great. Since I have a few food allergies, they were able to accommodate and make substitutions. I definitely recommend going here. I can't wait until their menu rotates to go again!“
“The service was really good.The train was having issues and we were an hour late for our table, we called and they were totally understanding even though they were booked out.Food was good, not amazing however it’s price well the location.“
“I honored my reservation, identified myself and the time of the reservation at the front desk but the restaurant never checked me in and listed me as a no show. No one came to take our order. After 1/2 hour we flagged down a server (not our section) who said she would be happy to take our order and let our server know. We said ok just let our server know. Once she came snd took our order, food arrived quickly.“
“One of the few places in DC that feels authentically French. You can find a lot of classics here that aren't served elsewhere like rabbit and sweetbreads. They have excellent bread and a nice bar. There's also great people watching here. It's one of the places where it feels like locals have been going forever. A little on the pricey side, but a nice treat.“
“Absolutely amazing ! It’s a french + asian fusion, I was really impressed. We went during happy hour at the bar ~5 pm and it was PACKED, however, around 6:30 when we left, it was much emptier so that is a better time to go. This place tops DC’s happy hour scene w great prices and great food“
“I enjoyed a quick dinner solo before grabbing a flight home. Everything was truly excellent. I enjoyed the aramanagc old fashioned, burgundy escargot and braised short rib. I'd highly recommend Chez Billy if you're visiting Georgetown.“
“Had a wonderful time at the 25th anniversary celebration. The food ; wine; and drinks were spectacular. The service was overwhelming! My wife and I love this special place. Everyone needs to experience the greatest restaurant in town! You be pleased you went.“
“Lovely little spot in Georgetown for authentic French baked goods. They use mostly French ingredients to get as close to the “real thing” as I’ve had in DC. Staff is friendly, efficient, and there is a nice patio in the back to enjoy your coffee.“
“Bistro Cacao was an outstanding choice to cater lunch for a very important business meeting. The food was AMAZING, from appetizers, salad, main course and dessert! Highly recommend them for your next event, meeting or just a fine place to dine!! Great Service, Great Food, Great Presentation!“
“Loved the ambiance. Very interesting decor. Wish I had sat near the fireplace. Service was awesome and attentive Food made us all happy but you have to get the bouillabaisse and the duck fat old fashioned were my favorites. Great presentation“
“This place made for the perfect Valentine's weekend night out. The atmosphere is sophisticated, romantic and elegant. The food and wine are excellent and the service is superb. My boyfriend and I had a lovely night. Thank you, Vin Sur Vingt!“
“Everyone there was so warm and the food is reliably good. I normally don't go with my children, but we went for my daughter's 15th birthday and it was so lovely. There was something for everyone: rigatoni bolognese for my daughter, steak for my husband, mussels for me. And of course fries and delicious bread for everyone. I love this restaurant for every occasion.“
“Thank you for catering a wonderful birthday party for my mom at her home in Chevy Chase. We had 40 guests. The food and the service were both fantastic. We didn’t have to do a thing (set up, clean up) and the food was delicious. All of our guests were impressed. Definitely 5 stars!“
“Came here for brunch and it did not disappoint. My mom and I love french food and we had to check out this new place in town. First off the service went the extra mile to help us get a extra seat on a busy Sunday. Their reservationist without a doubt one of the best customer service experiences I have ever had. Definitely made us feel good before even walking in the door. We got some Bloody Marys to start. It was well balanced and we requested it extra spicy and it was. Well balanced and flavorful. My mom got the Quiche it was big and served with a side salad. She said it was very good rich and flavorful. She had to finish it because it was that good. It was well balanced with the mixed green salad adding freshness to the meal. I got the steak sandwich it was really good. Had a ton of flavor and the steak was tender. Coked mid rare which is the way I like it. The cheese was super gooy and rich. Bread was perfectly crispy and airy. It held its form even with all the drippings from the steak. Fries served with it were crispy and well seasoned. Our friend got a classic French omelette which was served with home fries. She said it was good but more plane than she was expecting. The interior is classic french restaurant looks fantastic. Overall a delicious meal cant wait to try the dinner menu another time.“
“Thoroughly enjoyed our experience here! It was a little busy and loud but can be expected on a Saturday night.Something to note if its your first time visiting, the host/hostess is located in front of the bar and not at the entrance, so just walk on in and check in at the bar area.We ordered the Deviled Eggs, Gougeres, Mussels, Duck and Steak. Drinks were Kentucky Rose (with ice) and Como La Flor, however the latter may no longer be served for Spring season. Dessert was the bread pudding, if I had to be picky it would have been nice to have a sauce or more of the caramel drizzle as it was a little dry.Everything was VERY good but maybe the Mussels and Gougeres win for best in show!!! Looking forward to next visit!Kid-friendliness: not really, but I dont have kids“
“This sure is a proper French Restaurant!The classic dishes are all there, the food was of very good quality and the service excellent (allowed us to taste several wines before settling on chateauneuf du pape which was wonderful choice).We definitely can recommend!“
“Larger than it looks from the outside, this is a down to earth french restaurant. The staff is knowledgeable and attentive. Before you make a decision on your meal, wait to hear what the specials -- we had a few at our table that made last-minute changes! We had a white Rhone wine that was delicious. The servings are tasty and ample. The upstairs Is a little quieter, although while lively, it id not overly noisy in any location“
“We came for “Linner” after seeing the cherry blossoms. It was delicious. We had the hamburger and the shrimp burger (yum!). For dessert, we had profiteroles—amazing (wish I knew how to post the picture?♂️). Service was excellent.“
“I enjoyed a quick dinner solo before grabbing a flight home. Everything was truly excellent. I enjoyed the aramanagc old fashioned, burgundy escargot and braised short rib. I'd highly recommend Chez Billy if you're visiting Georgetown.“
“This is my first time going to Bistro Bis, as it's not in my typical price range. I went there after work with a few coworkers. The food and atmosphere was great with excellent service. We had a few appetizers for the table and I opted for the lamb shank.“
“We really enjoyed the food!! We had the truffle Brie which was more of an appetizer, the duck and the chicken! Everything tasted really good. Just be aware that they charge you for the water ! That was our mistake but it ended up costing $60 just for water, which made our bill way more than we were expecting. I wish they would have told us that before serving it to us. The deserts were good, nothing super special with the waffles. The restaurant is very nice. It was quite tight seating, to the point that you could hear absolutely everything the table beside you was saying lol.“
“Food was great and it was only made better by the atmosphere. Going into it we thought it would be fancier and we’re glad it wasn’t! Our server was very knowledgeable about gluten free options (which there are plenty) and everything we had was delicious. I will say that some of the wine/cocktails seem to be priced pretty high, but honestly everything else was great so who cares.“
“It was a beautiful early springlike day when I dined here so I requested a table outside. The food was delicious - I had the brussel sprouts appetizer and the chicken tagine. Excellent flavors in both. My server was very kind and helpful. I splurged on the crunch bar dessert which was delightful! I will definitely return for another meal.“
“We are semi-regular diners at Matisse. Sunday's supper was superb. My wife had the mushroom fettuccine and I had a similar dish— porcini mushrooms atop cavatelli pasta with truffle oil. Our first course was also excellent. I had the in-house smoked salmon and my wife enjoyed her goats cheese atop roasted gold & red beets. It was uniformly excellent in every respect. One of the reasons we often dine here after Sunday concerts is that the service is always good and one can hear actual conversation without having to shout above the din of music and voices bouncing off hard surfaces. This is a throwback to what fine dining was 20 or 30 years ago— tablecloth, carpet, and professional servers— but with much better quality food than we expected back then.“
“Nice French bistro. Appetizers were excellent and interesting - escargot, crab meat and scallop crepe, and platter of duck mousse, Saucisson, prosciutto, etc. boulliabase and boeuf bourginion were ok. Flan, chocolate mousse, and Nutella crepes were very good. Service was nice but a bit inattentive.“
“Absolutely a must stop if youre in Washington and Dupont Circle.The food is great, the atmoshere fabulous and the staff go above and beyond to make sure youre happy and looked afterWe happened in by chance and the staff were particularly interactive with my daughter making her feel safe and comfortable in new surroundingsIn fact Tony who looked after us on our firsr visit made such an impression with her that we ate there for the rest of our staySo Tony deserves a pay rise!6 ??????Kid-friendliness: Absolutely fabulous??????“
“What an adorable coffee shop/bakery nestled in the Navy Yard! I was immediately taken with all the floral accents and the antique French decor of the space... tea party vibes! I came in to kill some time so I ordered a cappuccino and the curried egg salad tartine. Food and service were great. Surprisingly I found the place to be quiet, peaceful and not very loud. I would love to see a maman open in Tampa!“
“This place really deserves 10 stars, the food was exceptional and the service was top notch! I have been to Michelin rated restaurants that cannot compete with this place. Me and my wife came here for a wedding anniversary dinner during our visit to the cherry blossom festival staying for an extended amount of time. The first server Maher and the second server Cassie both are super professional, went above and beyond, we never felt rushed. We never had a dull moment over dinner and we never felt pushed. Next time we are in DC we will be back here!“
“One of the best meals I’ve ever had. Try the scallops. Perfection. Great staff. Cecilio at the bar has the best pairings, and the wait staff were spot on. Will absolutely be back. Perfect romantic dinner with the wife. Dessert and an espresso martini were the perfect cap to a great evening.“
“Top tier croissant. I would return to try the sandwiches, and get more croissants. I would have appreciated the offer to toast/warm my croissant since i said i was dining in. They just tossed a cold one on a plate... i had to ask them to warm it. Anyway, quality patisserie, it seems.“
“The epitome of excellence, from the moment you walk in to the moment you leave, everything is executed to perfection. The staff is lovely and warm, the food is stellar, and the ambiance is unbeatable. Everything make you feel warm and at home. We had the squash salad, mac and cheese, and for entrees chose the smash burger and steak frites.“
“What a beautiful experience. The atmosphere was amazing and the food was nice and seasoned. We had the whole free range chicken. Too die for. Definitely split this with two people because it’s quite the meal. The chicken pannise was so unique. So flavorful. Amazing. I’ll definitely be back. PS. The music was wonderful. Soulful. Loved it.“
“Such an amazing service!! I was in town visiting my best friend. She loves it here and suggested this location for a quick bite. The food was delicious, the decor was beautiful! The staff was warm, welcoming and attentive. I will definitely come back and try the rest of the menu and their deserts. I strongly recommend if in the area!NB: Make sure you come a few hours early to enjoy the brunch menu to the fullest!“
“A couple of colleagues and I got together at Union Market - we decided on La Jamba as the cheese selection was excellent. We ordered two medium boards… one cheese only and the other with cheese and a selection of charcuterie. Plus a couple of bottles of well balanced red wines, tasty Pinot Noir and a light Beaujolais. The cheese selections were some of the best… all served with fresh baguette - a relaxed atmosphere overall. A great place to sit at the bar and enjoy board of charcuterie and cheese! I must visit when at Union Market.I’ll be back for some fresh slices mortadella for sandwiches at home!“
“Maman is very tasty and I love coming here but.. this happened. Needless to say I was a little disappointed I had to fight my food today in a dangerous way. Unfortunately, my turned my sandwich turned into a salad. The salad was mid, I’m sure it would have been better as a sandwich lol. Please don’t do this anymore Maman.“
“So, I’ve been here multiple times and Friday night was the best experience I’ve had there. Now, I did get there early, around 930-10pm, so not a peak time, yet. I wanted to get a table for hookah and fortunately, we got there at the right time.Our waitress was so sweet! No matter how crowded it started to get, she always found a way to check on us. I should have asked her name bc she deserves to be recognized…other waitresses I’ve had there have never been as kind.DJ was great, hookah was great (as usual) and it came out fast. Hookah is about $50 which is typical for this area — still got two for the size of our party.I like this spot because it gets just the right amount of crowded without being overwhelming…I also left at midnight so I can’t speak to anything after that.The Right Spot will always have a early customer in me. Lol“
“First time here and i have a pleasant experience with staff: they are nice, they are professional, giving us full attention and, offering help,making sure none of us left behind. Furthermore, they are young and beautiful.I tried the rose macaron in Paris and it draw me here again for it. I think the macaron is a little bit more sweet than the one in Paris. Maybe they have customized it a little bit to meet American standard. Although, i don't like it much but it is acceptableA great plus for orange juice: we have ordered orange juice and we thought it is the orange powder or the canned one. To our surprise, i have been served with real orange juice, press squeeze from real orange. This is above our expectation, especially we are in the US, we are normally served the "fake" orange juice all over the country. I feel bad that i forgot to tip more to the waiter. Definitely, i will come back another time. Strongly recommend!“
“Party of four for the Cherry Blossom Afternoon TeaAttentive, gracious service Tea selection was varied and delicious scone’s, sandwiches and confections were a perfect combination of French twist on English classics ! Lovely ambienceTop shelf“
“Everything on the menu looked delicious and I'm sure it is. We had onion soup to start then the New York strip and the Salmon, with creme brulee for dessert. With loud, vibrant atmosphere, a handsome server, and every bite exquisite, my wife and I loved our visit! This will definitely be our must hit during trips to DC for high end French cuisine!“