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La Piquette, Washington, DC

La Piquette

4.8
4.8
2345 Reviews
$31 to $50
French
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 Atlantic
Executive 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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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    French, Bistro, Traditional French

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (202) 686-2015

  • Payment Options

    Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Francis Layrle

  • Catering

    From small private dinner to large functions, please give us a call at 202 686 2015 or email your request at info@lapiquettedc.com Thank you

  • Neighbourhood

    Cleveland Park

  • Cross Street

    Between 38th St. NW and Wisconsin Ave. NW

  • Parking Details

    Street parking is always available or the parking of the Giant store located next block

  • Public Transit

    Bus #30,32,34,90,95 and X3, between Friendship Heights and Foggy bottom.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,345 people are saying

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

NoiseModerate

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  • Washington, D.C. Area

    French

  • District of Columbia

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  1. mikey

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Attentive service without being overbearing. Outside is less noisy and there are overhead heaters and blankets.
  2. Dana

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Love the food. Always came with friends. This time for our anniversary. It was too noisy, could hardly hear each other. Although I stated it was our anniversary, no "special gestures" were made, such as complimentary glass of bubbly. Will be back for the food but not on a special occasion!
  3. JurekM

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    It’s a decent bistro, French in concept and execution. Steak tartare good, frites superior. Leeks in a vinaigrette a classic. Snails in a tomato-ish sauce less so. Atmosphere very agreeable- makes for a good neighborhood place
  4. LeoW

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service (kudos to Edgar). The outside patio is quieter and more comfortable than inside.
  5. DonP

    Washington DC

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A simply outstanding French restaurant - our favorite in the area.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiters Ed was excellent, he explained the dishes we were interest in and he also made super food suggestions. We loved our food and time there.
  7. Wellesley

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful! Outstanding service which is rare to find. Thank you!
  8. MarianneH

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Typical French Bistrot with all the classics : Duck legs or Magret, seared Foie Gras, a memorable salmon tartar, and the orange cake to die for :)) all of the above perfectly executed. I Highly recommend it.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Everything was delicious and the service was superb.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding as always!!!
  11. Kismet

    Washington DC

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We wanted a festive place to eat outside on a cold and rainy day. Could not have been better. We called ahead and were told the rain walls were down and the heaters were on. An extra bonus —little blankets on the back of each seat. Meanwhile servers were solicitous and food was great! Thanks so much!
  12. BVG33

    Washington DC

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love this place. It’s a legit French Bistro on a residential side street. The bread is hot and fresh, and my veal was ridiculously good. Can’t wait to go back. Terrific service too!
  13. Jeremy

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always and excellent time at La Piquette. Have tried many dishes, and all were delicious.
  14. JohnB

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    the mushroom risotto is simple perfection. everything is superb, but i can't go more than one trip without the risotto.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I plan to keep dining here! The food is always on point, the service is always friendly and attentive and the atmosphere is fun and casual!
  16. dcisme

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    I wish I still lived in Tenleytown, so a visit to LaPiquette could be in my weekly rotation. The ambiance is perfect - a french bistro without the noise of a brasserie, a menu with so many choices (who wants to pick just one, I ask!), and a lovely wine list. My dinner companion enjoyed the goat cheese and beet salad and the cod and gave rave reviews. I started with the artichoke hearts "Barigoule," which were topped with a spectacular sherry vinaigrette, followed by the "American" chicken - Moist and served with crunchy (albeit maybe 10% too crunchy) frites. We passed on dessert but next time I will save more room. Did I mention the bread - which comes with olive oil for dipping - was top-notch? It is! I will be back.
  17. CaroleG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our meals were delicious and beautifully presented. Our server went out of his way to steer us to the perfect wine. All and all a great dining experience.
  18. AnilC

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, superb service. A wonderful neighborhood bistro. Well worth many visits.
  19. FrankVR

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite French bistro in DC. We literally have NEVER had a bad meal there, and every time we dine, we are treated with warmth and expertise. A real gem that transports us back to Paris every time we go there.--Frank Van Riper
  20. BarbaraH

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    great place to enjoy an evening with out of town friends. Service was attentive but not over bearing. food was very good.
  21. dvbKansas

    Washington DC

    43 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Charming bistro feel. Classic coq au vin was not great. Salad and scallops great. No waiter followed up to see if we needed pepper etc. Glass of Clement champagne priced at $19? I think not.
  22. KateInDC

    Washington DC

    211 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    211 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Love that La Piquette has so many of our traditional French favorites -- last night it was lovely to enjoy coq au vin on a chilly night while my husband enjoyed his steak frites.
  23. bvdc

    London

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Closest in Washington to good, solid, Paris regular French food. for example, excellent roast chicken with outstanding frites. A true to life salade frisee with bacon. Orange tart is great. Good beaujolais by the glass. Overall exemplary, only flaw is that the inside is painfully loud. Sit outside, quiet and warm
  24. Susan13

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Fair, will probably not return
  25. Foodie

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing all around!! Great food, service, ambiance, cocktails.
  26. Ellen

    Washington DC

    171 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    171 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    My first time there was a good experience except it's the noisiest restaurant I've ever been to in DC. I will return when the weather turns warm so I can dine outdoors where it may be quieter.
  27. Gregoire

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect ambience. Food delicious. Exhibit A for Bistro at its Best.
  28. JoanA

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My skate wing was delicious and beautifully presented. My friend loved his coq au vin. Lovely evening at La Piquette.
  29. GinaP

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    La Piquette never fails to deliver great food and service every time we visit, and this has been true for years. It’s a District gem—we are fortunate to have it in our neighborhood!
  30. EleanorG

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Family birthday - everything excellent but a bit loud
  31. JohnTardX

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    La Piquette was excellent in every way i.e food, service and ambience We are among the fortunate who travel regularly to Paris and frequently eat at excellent Bistros there By any measure, La Piquette is every bit as a good and in many cases better than the Bistros we ve enjoyed there If you would like to have an affordable, authentic French meal in a romantic setting that resembles a movie setting in 1930s Paris, this is the place for you!
  32. Pento

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always happy to eat here. Wonderful food and service.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food! The trout salad and steak tartare were especially delicious.
  34. shagsoprano

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and great food. Can’t wait to come back.
  35. SaraR

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cheery atmosphere, cozy, welcoming and helpful wait staff. And, of course, yummy food!
  36. AgnesP

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Crème brûlée excellente
  37. RichardB

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    La, Piquette is just wonderful! Authentic French ambience and food. I know -- I lived in Paris.
  38. an0nym0us

    Washington DC

    66 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    a great neighborhood restaurant. Ana? Our server was very helpful, especially with the wine and dessert choice. The venison entree was superb and well worth the price
  39. lapsalot

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Birthdays for two friends of long acquaintance
  40. DavidY

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    La Piquette is always a reliable great place to eat. Despite the long-standing success of the place, the staff are extremely friendly, including whoever answers the phone. Despite me having to make several last minute changes to my booking, the reservation person was remarkably flexible and friendly; something I won't forget. The only drawback to the place is the noise level, which is magnified by only hard surfaces all around. Installing some well-placed baffling could diminish the noise and, in turn, the effort it takes to talk with your dining party. Until then, La Piquette is a place where I would bring some friends & family, but not others. Nonetheless, please keep up the great work with your food and your service!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from La Piquette using the Order Online button. La Piquette also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 686-2015.

La Piquette is rated 4.8 stars by 2345 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for La Piquette

3714 Macomb St NW, Washington, DC 20016

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Between 38th St. NW and Wisconsin Ave. NW

  • Neighbourhood

    Cleveland Park

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    French, Bistro, Traditional French

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Street parking is always available or the parking of the Giant store located next block

  • Public Transit

    Bus #30,32,34,90,95 and X3, between Friendship Heights and Foggy bottom.

  • Payment Options

    Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Francis Layrle

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (202) 686-2015

  • Catering

    From small private dinner to large functions, please give us a call at 202 686 2015 or email your request at info@lapiquettedc.com Thank you

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