10 Best Contemporary French Restaurants In Dupont Circle

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1. La Chaumiere

4.9

Exceptional(5209)

$$$$

• Contemporary French • Georgetown

Booked 25 times today

This was our first visit to La Chaumiere. It was an outstanding experience. We'll definitely be back.

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2. Central Michel Richard

4.7

Exceptional(7482)

$$$$

• Contemporary French • Penn Quarter

Booked 42 times today

Great experience. We were seated right away. The staff was friendly the food was delicious, and good cocktails.

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3. Amélie DC Bistro & Wine Bar

4.6

Exceptional(121)

$$$$

• Contemporary French • Logan Circle

Booked 22 times today

My favorite DC restaurant! Always a winner! I’ll be back again soon.

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4. Bresca

4.7

Exceptional(1382)

$$$$

• Contemporary French • U Street Corridor

Booked 23 times today

Outstanding! Great food, drinks, and service. One of the best restaurants I have ever been to in DC!

5. Cafe Du Parc

4.5

Awesome(2751)

$$$$

• Contemporary French • Downtown

Booked 32 times today

Everything about the restaurant was amazing. We had a reservation and were seated within 5-minutes of arriving. The food was phenomenal and on par with what you’d expect from a French restaurant. The wine was an added benefit. Our server was very attentive and offered great recommendations. If the opportunity arises, we will be definitely be back to experience more from Cafe Du Parc!

6. Et Voila

4.8

Exceptional(4410)

$$$$

• Contemporary French • Palisades Northwest

Booked 44 times today

We no longer live in the DMV but whenever we return to the area, Et Voila is a must. Last night was as perfect as ever. Wonderful service, excellent wine at a good price - a Bordeaux blend and a white burgundy were our choices. My husband loved the mussels and I ordered the beef bourguignon. That was the best beef bourguignon I have ever had. The meat was so tender. The vegetables were cooked perfectly but the sauce was particularly spectacular. It was earthy and complex. I wish I knew the ingredients. It was divine! Love Et Voila.

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7. Opaline Bar and Brasserie

4.0

Excellent(355)

$$$$

• Contemporary French • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

The food was delicious, with interesting, unique flavors that worked really well together. Kudos to the Chef! The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars was that our empty appetizer plates weren’t cleared before the main dishes arrived. Since the table is small, clearing them beforehand would have made the experience more comfortable. Overall, a great meal!

8. Matisse

4.8

Exceptional(1857)

$$$$

• Contemporary French • Tenleytown

Booked 14 times today

This is a fabulous neighborhood restaurant. Service is outstanding and the food is always great.

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9. Rosemary Bistro Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(664)

$$$$

• Contemporary French • Friendship Heights

Booked 6 times today

Our family loves Rosemary. It's a local favorite!~

10. Bistro Metzger

4.7

Exceptional(3)

$$$$

• Contemporary French • Washington

Nice new neighborhood place! It's very casual with friendly service. Small menu but very good food. I got the steak frites, which was very good. (If you want medium rare you might want to ask for medium.) The gougeres are large and excellent. The Hugo Spritz was great too. I'll be back.

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. La Chaumiere

2. Central Michel Richard

3. Amélie DC Bistro & Wine Bar

4. Bresca

5. Cafe Du Parc

6. Et Voila

7. Opaline Bar and Brasserie

8. Matisse

9. Rosemary Bistro Cafe

10. Bistro Metzger

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