Best Bistro restaurants in Downtown

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Et Voila

4.8

Exceptional(3081)

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• Bistro • Palisades Northwest

Booked 74 times today

Chef Claudio Pirollo is a chef driven restaurant offering Contemporary Belgian/French Bistro.A DC staple for 15 years, with a friendly, neighborhood feel, you will feel welcome here for any occasion large or small. Our made from scratch menu is fresh, flavorful and offers something for everyone. From Classic European Bistro Cuisine to sophisticated daily Specials! Our bar covers handcrafted creative cocktails, with a large and high hand Wine List. Enjoy our cozy and energic dining room for an unforgettable experience . We cannot wait to see you!

2. La Piquette

4.8

Exceptional(2333)

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• Bistro • Cleveland Park

Booked 33 times today

Dear Guests,A neighborhood Bistrot located in Cleveland Park that stays faithful to its French roots offering the best French dishes on this side of the AtlanticExecutive Chef Francis Layrle prepares a daily menu with farm raised and seasonal fresh ingredients. The bar offers a carefully curated wine selection and house cocktails. La Piquette presents an authentic bistrot atmosphere the way it is meant to be: fun, simple and delicious.

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3. Ellington Park Bistro

4.4

Awesome(95)

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• Bistro • Dupont Circle

Booked 27 times today

Serving breakfast and dinner daily, step into a quaint corner restaurant with upscale twists on contemporary French classics. Situated between the energy of nearby Dupont Circle and the charm of historic Georgetown, snack on a cocktail and a raw bar selection and chat with your favorite bartender, or make it a standing weekly dinner date in one of our emerald velvet booths. Ellington Park Bistro brings out the DC native in all of us.

4. Maison Cheryl

4.5

Awesome(196)

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• Bistro • Arlington

Booked 24 times today

Chef Robert Maher conceptualized the name Maison Cheryl for his late mother-in-law, Cheryl Glaessner, who passed in 2019. Cheryl’s warm spirit and love of the Parisian aesthetic are both elements that Maher has channeled into our inclusive French New-American Bistro. In our dining room, guests will enjoy an on-trend experience in a bright, bold space that boasts marble countertops, refurbished wood tables, and modern light fixtures. When you dine with us, we hope you experience the atmosphere of our family table where excellent service and delicious house-made desserts are a staple.

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5. Bistrot Lepic & Wine Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2297)

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• Bistro • Georgetown

Booked 16 times today

Dear guests,Now open for Lunch, Brunch and Dinner from Tuesday thru Sunday for dining in, carry-outs and delivery through Door-Dash and UberEats.Celebrating its 27th year Anniversary, this Grand Little restaurant is definitely part of Georgetown’s culinary landscape!We are offering classic, regional and contemporary French cuisine. At the Wine Bar, you will feel as comfortable and relaxed as you would in your home.For Jazz night, please request a table in the Wine Bar. The Jazz performances are every Wednesday nights, from 6:30pm to 9:30pm.Visit our Sister Bistrot, La Piquette on 3714 Macomb Street Nw. in Cleveland Park - Tel: 202 686 2015 - info@lapiquettedc.com

6. Cafe Colline

4.8

Exceptional(526)

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• Bistro • Arlington

Booked 28 times today

Lunch served from 12:00 pm Tuesday through Friday. Reservations not required.Outside seating 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

7. La Tomate

4.7

Exceptional(1112)

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• Bistro • Dupont Circle

Booked 27 times today

Since 1987, La Tomate has been Dupont Circle's neighborhood bistro, featuring affordable regional Italian cuisine in a warm ambiance. A window-clad bar and dining room offer charming avenue views onto Connecticut avenue. Enjoy an extended season of “al fresco” dining on our lush outdoor patio. We are committed to providing quality service and excellent food in a warm and friendly atmosphere. We invite you to join us for breakfast a casual lunch, happy hour, dinner, weekend brunch or group events.

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8. Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza + Tap

4.6

Exceptional(2357)

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• Bistro • Old Town Alexandria

Booked 52 times today

Reservations are now being accepted for The Loft at Lena's - Velvet & Rye and Lena's Bar & Tap Room. *All reservations will only be held for 15 minutes past reservation time & the party must be 100% present to be seated. *If the experience area is not available, this indicates we are fully booked for that experience or the space is not open for that time frame. The Loft at Lena's is a seasonally themed venue located on the 2nd floor, above the main restaurant. The current experience, Velvet & Rye, takes a trip back in time reminiscent of an intimate, glamorous setting from the Golden Age of the 1920s. Immerse yourself in a sophisticated space of a dramatic Grand Salon with lush velvet banquets, flowing curtains and gleaming gold accents.Lena's Tap Room & Bar is our original, rustic, tavern style bar and dining room that provides a gathering place where families and friends can escape their hectic daily routines.

9. Bastille

4.7

Exceptional(2629)

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• Bistro • Alexandria

Booked 38 times today

Bastille Brasserie & Bar is located at the corner of North Fayette & Pendleton Street in Alexandria VA.Chefs Christophe & Michelle Poteaux's award winning restaurant & bar, located in Old Town Alexandria, has continuously offered guests fresh takes on classic French cuisine, all within our quaint neighborhood brasserie.Our creations are rooted in the use of seasonal, locally sourced and farm fresh ingredients. Our passion for French food, wine & culture is what we celebrate daily with all of Alexandria & the DMV. Enjoy our casual atmosphere in one of our dining rooms, in our Bar-Café, or at one of our outdoor tables; where locals and travelers love to relax.We thank you for giving us a visit & we hope you’ll return, hungry for more.VIVE LA FRANCE!!!

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10. Sonoma Cellar - Old Town Alexandria

4.5

Awesome(693)

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• Bistro • Alexandria

Booked 14 times today

Sonoma Cellar is a new California-inspired wine tasting room and bistro in the heart of historic Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. Offering an authentic California wine tasting experience, Sonoma Cellar will feature hand-selected wines from 180+ Sonoma County boutique wineries and 20+ Virginia-based wineries where guests have the opportunity to taste a number of varietals from these robust growing regions. Sonoma Cellar’s bistro menu will feature freshly prepared craft foods, designed to pair with the wines, and the gift shop will also carry a variety of distinctive wine-related merchandise.

Best Bistro restaurants in Downtown

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Et Voila

2. La Piquette

3. Ellington Park Bistro

4. Maison Cheryl

5. Bistrot Lepic & Wine Bar

6. Cafe Colline

7. La Tomate

8. Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza + Tap

9. Bastille

10. Sonoma Cellar - Old Town Alexandria

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