This is just such a lively restaurant on all fronts. The high ceilings and knickknacks they have collected over the years gives this historic home charm that you would like to see in a cuisine that has existed for quite some times. Dispelling the myth that French cuisine is pretentious, we felt like we were in a home, and that we would be fed full to the brim. Came in while it was packed late into the night. We were sat immediately and had a wonderful time. Our waitresses were patient and had great recommendations for our first time trying French food. They seem incredibly experienced and added comfort in the way they spoke to their customers and ran their tables. We were even greeted by the owner who was great and cheery to each table he visited. The one night we went, it was incredibly packed with people having intimate, lighthearted, and laughter-filled gatherings, tables with multiple rounds of wine, everyone sharing their fries, and so he should feel proud of this place. Touches like this made it as though we were dining in someone's house. And I love that they start you off generously with bread and butter. Its a type of french loaf that is nice and fluffy, and I'd recommend setting some on the side if you're ordering a brothy dish. We ordered Moules Marinières, which came in a delightfully large cauldron of juicy plump clean muscles swimming in an herbaceous-garlicky white wine sauce. Unassumable from the simplicity of ingredients they threw together, but incredibly complex in flavor. This is one of the few times I actually tasted bay leaf, and amongst the fewer times I found the use of rosemary not be so overpowering. The mussel liquor at the bottom was perfect when soaked up in bread. What an incredible dish. We also tried a classic, Le Steak Maison, which was also distinctively flavorful. Our steak had a perfect cook at medium rare, and was uniquely seasoned with some sort of blend of herbes de provence. The fries were pretty standard and substantial, but paired with the Béarnaise sauce, it was such a tangy play of richness and acidity. Again really simple ingredients just executed so well. Great job, looking forward to coming again to try more on this large menu. read more

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I wouldn't go back. Food was fine, service was pretty awful. Not attentive, and not even friendly. Then the check came: -5% surcharge -20% tip added automatically -Additional tax on the tip?!?! -Tax on the rest of it What?! That's enough to drive me away, I don't know any other restaurant that does that and it seems petty. I would not recommend. read more

3/28/26 Once a dependable five-star refuge for classic French comfort, Bistrot du Coin now lingers at a steady, if disappointing, three stars. Despite talk of improvement, the experience still falls short of its former prime. There are signs of recovery in the kitchen. The French onion soup and escargots are competently prepared, while the beef bourguignon remains tender and the seafood ravioli satisfying in texture. Yet every dish shares the same flaw--an overly heavy hand with salt that dulls nuance and overwhelms otherwise solid execution. Service is warm but strained. Staff are friendly and clearly trying, but short-handed conditions lead to long waits--for water refills, attention, and even the bill. In the end, taste is improving, but not enough. What was once a benchmark now relies more on memory than merit. read more

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I've been here twice now for birthday dinners and both times have been a hit. The menu has plenty of options when it comes to French food and has a little something for everyone. Our group of 10 leaned heavy on the mussels for their entrees and everyone was happy. I'd that's not your thing, I had the ravioli and thought it was hearty and delicious for dinner. The service was speedy and attentive given our group size. We also loved the wine selections which offered something for everyone at our table who preferred reds and rosés. Ambiance is a little loud and rustic, like a big family dinner. read more

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Quick take: Too salty and not great The food was very salty and heavy. Not a fan of this place. It is very loud too. Definitely not a romantic spot if that's the ambiance you are looking for. read more

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The food was good but the service was a little spotty and the upcharges were INSANE. We had a group so I understand that gratuity is imposed. However, they added: -5% surcharge on subtotal -20% tip on subtotal -Additional tax on the tip -tax on the rest of it We essentially paid almost 30% in fees (not including tax) , which is insane even in the current restaurant climate. This is deceptive and unfair. Just raises prices, don't hide all the fees until the end that way. Also, one drink came out with a hair in it. It WAS replaced at least. read more

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More like Bistrot du awesome! No miss no fuss French food. Steak frites, mussels and then get more mussels - did I mention the mussels- get em yo! read more

Bistrot Du Coin - Wine - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great for authentic French food! It does not look like a fancy French restaurant every dish on their menu is authentic. I would recommend the escargot, it was so buttery and garlicy, it was fantastic with the table bread they give you. The beef bourguignon was fantastic, you could still taste a little bit of the wine but it wasn't overpowering, it was rich and warm and perfect for fall. Bistrot du Coin is a good date night spot or place to get a good meal with friends and chat. I didn't feel rushed to leave once we were done eating and just flagged down the waiter for the check when we were ready. Service got our food out and then let us enjoy our dinner without interruption. It does get a little loud when it's packed and would recommend getting a reservation! read more

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Great service, tasty food, nice open space. I hope to return. Then I'll update this review.

This spot was highly recommended to me by some of my favorite foodie friends. I can't even begin to describe the vibe of this place, but all you need to know is the food is good. Its decor is a bit tacky and loud in a very charming way that somehow works. It's an unassuming French spot with lots of seating and a long moules menu. The people who work here are down to earth and kind. I ordered a glass of beaujolais and the classique marinieres mussels. The mussels were very tasty and I loved the broth it came in. I used the delicious bread they had to soak up all the goodness when I was done devouring my mussels. My fiancé adored his Peking duck confit special and also devoured his plate. We had a great time at this restaurant. read more

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We went here last week & did not have a good experience. The biggest problem was the noise level. There were 4 of us at the table & had to strain to hear each other. And we often still weren't able to communicate. I don't know if the problem was the tables being too close together or the acoustics or whatever, but it's a problem that needs to be fixed. I also was unimpressed with the food. We shared an order of escargot, I had the coq au vin & my husband had the steak frites. None of them was memorable. The coq au vin was particularly bad. We won't be returning here. read more

Bistrot Du Coin - Coq au vin - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I only went in for the French onion soup and it was top notch! The space is cozy and full of fun decor to activate conversations and photo opportunities. French music filled the air and I plan to come back to work my way through their great wine menu! read more

Came here for a Saturday lunch with a friend and it was lovely! Cute interior, lots of French decor and classic checkered tablecloths. I was craving soup so I tried the french onion. Super savory, lots of onions and toasty cheese and bread! We shared the white wine mussels and grilled chicken with ratatouille. The chicken was solid, nothing special but the mussels were great! We took a long time to decide what to order and the service after was fairly slow. We didn't mind because we had plenty of time with our courses but I wouldn't come here if I'm trying to eat quickly. Service was otherwise great! read more

My mom and I had such a lovely dinner at this quaint little neighborhood French restaurant. We shared a bottle of wine that was really good, and the whole experience felt cozy and welcoming. I ordered the steak frites -- not something I normally go for since I'm not usually a filet fan -- but it was surprisingly delicious. The béarnaise sauce was rich and flavorful and really brought the dish together. My mom had the beef bourguignon over mashed potatoes instead of noodles, and we'd definitely recommend it -- total comfort food. We also shared the escargot, which was absolutely amazing. All in all, a charming little French café -- not high-end, but really good and worth a visit. read more

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This place is a fantastic French spot, and a definite staple in the neighborhood. My dad has been taking me here for perhaps 25 years. I love that a lot of the staff are recognizable, and remember us. I always get the mussels, and snails on occasion. But they have great steak, classic French salads, and beautiful pasta. We also tend to get a bottle of wine, as we can walk here It's gotten a bit more pricey since Covid, but I recommend it to everyone, and also bring out of town guests. I have one friend who is very picky, but he still gets the French fries or a hot chocolate :) read more

Excellent dinner! We enjoyed the escargot a lot! I had the steak which was cooked perfectly and I sampled the duck. We shared the lemon tart for dessert. read more

Fantastic food. Went for a holiday work dinner. There were three of us and two of us had the ribeye and frites; DELICIOUS. And the other colleague had the salmon. We all shared the charcuterie (meats) appetizer and it was also very good; especially the Spanish chorizo. The bread that they keep supplying to the table is delicious, and crusty! Charcuterie board also has some greens on it with a DELICIOUS dressing. They should sell it! Drinks: pricey and I don't think the aperol spritz was made with champagne or prosecco; tasted more like sparkling wine as the base. The flan had a nice crust to it from the blowtorch and tasted good; but was cold. It was a crazy busy night around the holidays--tons of people there; I am sure they have to keep it moving and prepare the flan ahead (freezer or fridge!) Service was delightful! Will be back!! read more

The service was phenomenal, the food ever better, really cool decor...10/10 would recommend. It is a bit pricey, but well worth it. We had other food, but all of us were so hungry and ate too fast to take pictures. read more

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This is your Julia Child moment to experience the intoxicating flavors of French cuisine unabashedly smothered in butter and garlic with an endless supply of crusty baguette. Our table of four ladies celebrating a bachelorette included 2 from Los Angeles, 1 from Washington State and a local (the bride to be). One vegetarian. We especially enjoyed the mussels and escargot &- endless bread dipping. Save some room for out of this world desserts - I had the chocolate mousse and had a savory moment of exultation. It was a Saturday night, it was packed, on the louder side making the venue feel very alive. I saw a cross section of folks, old and young alike. Our reservation was 8 p.m. Coming from Los Angeles I found the cost very reasonable for the quality of fare. Adding liquor and steaks will certainly elevate your $$$. Eh, that's life! See you all in September - I cannot wait! -- Amazing. Thank you. read more

Bistrot Du Coin - toasting deliciousness - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Liked it so much went next night too. Really good escargot and that french bread! Onion soup burned roof of my mouth but tasty broth and melted cheese and i wasnt waiting. read more

Very good food, great service, great atmosphere, knowledgeable staff and able to accommodate our large group.

I cant wait to come back to here! The Le Steak Maison (Steak Frites) is amazing! Perfectly cooked and perfectly seasoned, a very generous portion. Loved the bearnaise sauce with it as well, it was such a good value! The drinks were fabulous! Service was prompt and we were seated quickly. Only wish I had tried the crème brûlée and the escargot.... next time!! There will definitely be a next time. read more

Bistrot Du Coin - Le Steak Maison - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Loud but fun, real Paris vibe, fabulous food, great service, real nice wine! We for the steak with red wine shallot sauce to split and a chocolate mousse for dessert. Simple and effective read more

Bistrot Du Coin - Mousse au Chocolat a ma Facon - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The 2 stars are not for the food but for the sanitation. I saw my waitress pick/rub her nose and then continue to serve people and deliver water/bread afterwards. Unfortunately I only witnessed this after eating my food or else I don't think I would've finished my dinner. Super gross -- this obviously such a cleanliness violation. The extra star is because the food here is really good. read more

Perfect for homey, rustic feeling french food! I came here for dinner on NYE and would definitely come back. Firstly, I loved that you could choose between their NYE dinner menu or their regular menu for dinner as many other restaurants of that caliber had just set menus that evening. The service was excellent and although it was busy, we never felt like we waited too long. We got the escargot, coq au vin, and the mussels marinières and each dish was excellent. The food was so incredibly flavorful and authentically french. The ambiance of the restaurant was a little more rustic, with tables close together and a fairly big room, but it worked for the overall vibe. Definitely a great place for some authentic french food! read more

Bistrot Du Coin - Moules Marinieres Coq au vin - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

OK so this is an easy review for me to write! I love Bistrot Du Coin. The food is great, the service is great, the atmosphere - which I understand is trying to replicate a bistro in France - is total Euro-trash. Please turn on the air conditioning! It's hot enough in Washington DC to need the a/c right now. Not miserable like it will be in August but hot enough! Please help us to feel comfortable while we are dining out. I think this is the exact reason that the Pilgrims left Europe - for air conditioning! Use it! Tonight I had French Onion Soup. It is probably the best bowl of French Onion Soup ever! So rich (almost creamy), so cheesy, so onion-y! Love it! And the mussels were out of this world great too. We actually had 2 different kinds of mussels - the kind with the chorizo and the Roquefort (which were the surprise hit of the evening). Like all the other times I have eaten at Bistrot Du Coin, the food was freakin fantastic! The tables are a bit too close, the dining room is a bit dingy and cluttered. Again, I get it - trying to replicate a real bistro in France. But can't you do that AND make it better??? I think you should. However, let me be very clear, the dingy atmosphere and the lack of air conditioning will NOT - repeat - will NOT stop me from coming back to Bistrot Du Coin. Because, bottom line, the food is so damn good! Period, Full Stop! The service too is very very good and professional (that's how you know that you're NOT actually in France). From the waitress to the service people - they all delivered great service the entire time! I highly recommend this place for a meal, any meal, but especially if the meal starts with French Onion Soup and ends with mussels!!! read more

If you're looking for a French restaurant in DC that's fun, friendly and not overly expensive, this is the one to visit. I went here a few months ago and was pleased with both the food and the service. I had a mussels dish for an appetizer. The portion size was generous, and the mussels were fresh and deliciously-prepared. For my entree I had the steak maison (steak, fries, bearnaise sauce), which was also very tasty and quite filling (I probably didn't need to get an appetizer, the entree was enough on its own). The service and atmosphere set this place apart from a lot of other restaurants in DC. There's nothing subtle about the decor here--it is unabashedly reminiscent of a busy bistro in downtown Paris. If you're used to (and perhaps a little tired of) the subdued character of many DC restaurants, you won't find anything of the sort here. The waitstaff, management and other workers seem to enjoy interacting with one another, they're attentive to the customers, and they clearly care a lot about their work and about the restaurant. I ate here pretty close to closing time, so I tried to eat my food pretty quickly. Near the end of my meal, the manager (or maybe the owner, I have no clue) noticed that I was trying to eat quickly before closing time, and he seemed to feel a little bad about it, so he brought me a chocolate mousse dessert free of charge. It was delicious! I've never experienced that kind of hospitality at a DC restaurant before. Anyway, the food's great, the waitstaff is attentive, the environment is fun, and everything about the experience is authentically French. What more could you ask for? read more

Bistrot Du Coin - Steak maison, which was delicious. Excellent portion size as well. - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

When you walk into Bisrot Du Coin, it has a very welcoming and friendly atmosphere. You're greeted with smiles. My friend and I were a walk-in during a busy time, so we sat at the bar. The bartender was very attentive. When looking at the menu, the prices of the appetizers and the drinks weren't so bad. As far as the entrees went though, it felt overpriced considering how mediocre the food was when we got it. My friend and I both got French onion soup. We both thought it was great!! I absolutely loved the ratio of onions to cheese and couldn't stop eating it! It was way better than the entrees! I got the Coq au vin and I believe my friend got the duck confit. Both my chicken and my friend's duck were really dry!! The outsides of the chicken that were cooked in the sauce and everything tasted very good, but then the insides were very dry. I'm pretty sure chicken is supposed to be tender inside and out. I tried my best to eat it, but it wasn't good at all. The dessert I believe was peach melba and it was delicious!! I think this place needs to do better with their entrees because otherwise, it'd be a very solid experience. read more

There are photos on a wall with visitors that ate at this French restaurant. It feels like Bastille day. The French flag? The two people next to me were speaking French. There was an Asian family here. I wanted to try the French onion soup. I have had it on a cruise. I wanted ravioli with salmon..smaller size. I also sat with myself because you can't get me somebody to sit with...that I want to sit with...today or tomorrow..or next year...The picture of the president visiting this spot is funny and what else can you say... It was more than I wanted to pay and I had to pay. If you want to..I don't see why not...then I walked back home. Festive.. read more

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Cozy place with comfort food. We had mussels which were good, cassoulet du bisttrotier. Portions were good. The wine selection by the glass not that great. Service was pretty good. Attentive. read more

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As always, Bistrot du Coin was excellent. The Rabbit with Mustard sauce was good. The wines are good at not overly expensive.

This was a real gem to find! It was busy but you could still have a conversation. The mussels were tender and the sauce amazing when you dipped in the crispy fresh warm French bread. Steaks were perfect and the French fries delicious ! read more

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Amazing French food in a beautiful restaurant. This place feels authentic, warm, welcoming, and the right kind of busy. The service is always fantastic and I eat here whenever I'm in the city. We had a group dinner so ordered several appetizers and bottles of wine. I highly recommend the French onion soup and escargots, as well as the mussels in lobster bisque. The house steak frites is always cooked perfectly and if you have time and space try to order dessert. read more

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Really enjoyed this place. There were so many things I wanted to try on this menu; it all looked so good! I ended up going with the Mussels and Steak Maison - both of which were good. The steak was OK to me, I should have gotten one of the other mains, but it was all good nonetheless. Felt like an authentic French place. Though it was very warm in here -- and eating seafood when it's warm and stuffy didn't sit right - I just ate it faster ;-) Overall, wonderful! read more

Bistrot Du Coin - Le Steak Maison - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Delicious food, great atmosphere, and professional and polite weight staff. We were visiting DC and wanted delicious French cuisine. The dining room is a eclectic, fun, and very approachable. Nothing stuffy about this restaurant. Definitely come here if you're looking for authentic French cuisine with a fun atmosphere. read more

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An update to my previous review: I visited this place yesterday again. The same great and timely service, the same nice ambiance, and the same scrumptious food as I described in my previous reviews. We ordered French onion soup, mussels, escargot, tartar steak, and hanger steak. All very tasty. The steak was a little bit too salty. But still delicious. We paid our meal with glasses of French wine. Highly recommend. How to have a French restaurant experience without one or two glasses of wine? We enjoyed our visit just like our past visits. read more

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Food is very good. Good selection of food and drinks. Very good service. Would highly recommend.

The food and service are very good. I felt like I walked into a Paris restaurant We ordered the escargot, rabbit stew, Mussels in creamy roquefort sauce, and Pan seared pave, pepper cream sauce, and French fries. My son wasn't a fan of the French fries but otherwise we all enjoyed our dishes. Now I'm looking at the dessert menu and salivating and decided on the poached peach while my son gets the lava cake. Yum. Great atmosphere. read more

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Came to Bistrot Du Coin on a Friday for an early dinner and had a great time! Arrived at 5:30 and it wasn't too crowded at all but started to fill up around 7:30 when we were leaving. The atmosphere very much feels like a French bistrot. It's very casual and has a nice neighborhood calm but lively feel. Our waiter came immediately and we were served warm bread with butter. I had the St. Germain, a simple champagne and elderflower cocktail. It was simple but tasty and served in a pretty flute like glass. To eat I had the salmon and my friend had the salmon ravioli. Both were amazing and we cleaned our plates! The salmon was perfectly moist and well seasoned. Extremely tender and flavorful. The risotto it came with was a perfect pair. The asparagus were well cooked and complemented the dish well. No complaints! For dessert we had the coffee with ice cream and mocha sauce with whipped cream and WOW such a wonderful dessert and perfect end to dinner. Service was super fast and attentive, we had our food and drinks immediately. Food was awesome, atmosphere was very casual. Can't wait to come back! The french onion soup and creme brulee is calling my name already. read more

I was very excited to dine at Bistrot Du Coin, my partner had reservations for Valentine's Day & it was packed inside. As it was a holiday, it was very loud & overstimulating (nothing against the restaurant of course) but it was definitely hard to hold an audible conversation. We started off with the escargot & dauphinois, both excellent dishes. The complimentary bread was phenomenal-- soft, and warm. We ordered the elderflower lemonade for beverages & for entrees the duck & the monkfish. I enjoyed the monkfish, my partner was not a fan of the duck & wanted to send it back. Now here's where it goes downhill-- the service was outright horrible. Our orders were taken, sure, but we weren't checked on at all. Our server never brought out our food-- everything was ran by the food runners. He went to every table in the section except ours, I even heard the table next to us get an "everything alright over here?" Our elderflower lemonades never arrived but the table next to ours, who came in after us, had their drinks out within 10 minutes. Not sure if we were in the Bermuda Triangle or twilight zone but it seemed like we just were not there to our waiter. The service was frustrating & we eventually had to get up and find the manager to grab our check. The duck was comped & we were compensated by the manager with free macarons. The manager chalked it up to being busy as a result of Valentine's Day and apologized profusely, as much as I appreciated the gesture, I beg to differ. My partner & I are both seasoned servers and it was clear we were purposely being neglected, as to why, I'm not sure. Overall, Bistrot Du Coin is an excellent restaurant food-wise but the service truly did put us off and I do not think we will be returning. I would recommend it to anyone who's looking for authentic French food in the DC area, just be weary of the service. read more