Went to La Boucherie Grande for my birthday with some friends. Always admired the Nouveau art style carvings on the building. But the interior is a work of art. The Enlightment statue in the center, Gold ceiling, and massive Chandelier, beautiful. I had a Tuna Carpaccio and Steak Tare Tare with French connection and La Vie en Rose. Alot of fun, great atmosphere, and will definitely come again read more

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I made a lunch reservation for a Friday during French Restaurant Week and thoroughly enjoyed our meal and the ambiance. First and foremost, the space is gorgeous! High coffered ceilings, rich wall coverings, art nouveau posters, Accessibility may be a little confusing -- there is a long set of stairs at the entrance, but there is an elevator outside and through a neighboring door. There are other elevators to take guests up to the mezzanine level. Food was flavorful and well portioned. While I may have had a better entree somewhere else, we had amazing service (granted we were some of the first ones there for lunch service) and when my dining companion didn't like her cocktail it was whisked away and replaced with something she'd enjoy better. The prix fixe menu made our lunch very financially approachable and I think this would be an amazing spot to bring your out of town family and friends. I also think it's worth mentioning the gorgeous gender inclusive bathroom -- one large bathroom enclosing many stalls each with substantial full length wooden doors, and communal sinks and mirrors. Maybe not a spot for neighborhood regulars, but a nice destination for a fun evening out for a date or out of the way dinner. read more

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LA GRANDE BOUCHERIE DC -- A Beautiful Ambiance, But Service Fell Short I came here to treat my friend to dinner for her birthday. We had a few options and ultimately chose La Grande Boucherie because of the ambiance. Unfortunately, while the setting was beautiful, the overall experience was far from the elevated dining experience I expected. Upon arrival, I wasn't greeted by a host or shown to our table, and it took a while for us to get a server. Thankfully, we met Antonio in the meantime, and he was absolutely amazing! He was funny, kind, and attentive, wished my friend a happy birthday, checked on us several times, brought us birthday drinks, and even let me practice my Spanish with him. Haha! He brought such a warm, welcoming energy to our evening. When our server, Tim, eventually arrived, he took our order, ensured we received the correct food, and brought us the check. He fulfilled the basic responsibilities of his role, but the service felt transactional. His interactions with us were brief, seemingly never lasting more than a minute, and there was little engagement beyond the essentials. We didn't receive any food recommendations, although, to be fair, we'd already made some decisions while waiting. We landed on the Steak and Fries, Lobster Pasta, Grilled Octopus, and Lamb Chops. We even wondered whether the distance between our table and his other tables contributed to the lack of engagement. Antonio, however, stepped up in a way that truly made a difference. I would absolutely encourage management to consider him for a server position. His personality, warmth, and attentiveness were exactly what we hoped for from the dining experience. Another memorable part of the evening involved Emily, a waitress we initially noticed because she was being reprimanded by Steve, who we assumed was a manager based on his attire. Unfortunately, the interaction happened right in front of us. Throughout the evening, he appeared visibly irritated by something happening in the private dining area, pacing back and forth and rolling his eyes. The situation created an uncomfortable atmosphere and felt unprofessional, particularly in a restaurant aiming to provide an upscale experience. Ironically, once we began speaking with Emily, the evening came to life! She was full of personality, asked whether we were celebrating a special occasion, brought us champagne, asked about our plans for the evening, and checked in on how we were enjoying our meal. She made us laugh, shared fun facts about the restaurant and DC, and made us feel genuinely welcomed. Another woman who also appeared to be a manager eventually approached our table while mentioning Steve and saying she needed to pull Emily away. That was also her first interaction with us. As we wrapped up, Tim brought the dessert menus while Emily surprised my friend with a birthday scoop of ice cream and wished her a happy birthday. We ended the evening thanking Emily for making the occasion feel special. Unfortunately, the food and service did not consistently meet the expectations set by the beautiful ambiance. The octopus preparation wasn't our favorite, and without much guidance on the menu, we essentially made our selections blindly. More importantly, the service experience was inconsistent, and the most memorable hospitality came from Antonio, who wasn't even our assigned server, and Emily, who was managing responsibilities elsewhere. I came expecting an elevated dining experience. Instead, parts of the evening felt more like watching a reality show unfold than enjoying fine dining. The ambiance is beautiful, and Antonio and Emily deserve recognition for their warmth and hospitality. However, management has an opportunity to improve the guest experience, from the initial welcome and attentiveness at the table to how staff are treated in front of diners. Beautiful surroundings can set the mood, but genuine hospitality is what makes an experience memorable. In this case, Antonio and Emily were the highlights of our evening. read more

La Grande Boucherie - Meal - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Would love to start my review by saying many thanks to manager Michael, our most amazing server Revo for saving our anniversary dinner. I originally booked Omakase room by Tadayoshi for August 15th dinner at 5:30. To my shock it turned out Omakase room is closed that day but my reservation was still active and I confirmed it as well the day before. My husband wanted to try this Omakase place for a while and I thought the day was perfect for it. Unfortunately, the restaurant was closed and I was taken by surprise as I didn't have any alternative plans or reservations. We first spoke with General manager at Boucherie and she kindly offered us to take a look at the menu and see if we wanted to dine there instead. I was very upset that the planned and anticipated reservation didn't work out. I said yes at first because I didn't know what else to do but we got an amazing server Revo who lightened the mood and Manager Michael was very kind to us and understanding. While dinner started not on a great note, it ended up the best outcome we could have had. Everyone we interacted with was kind and great. I would love to come back again but now specifically for Boucherie and in a much better mood. I totally understand that reservation issue is not Boucherie's responsibility and I still don't know how this all happened. But we hey made our anniversary dinner a fanatic experience. Many thanks to them and also to the sommelier. Wine list was great and we received great recommendations. Thank you, Boucherie team for everything, I was ready to start crying at the omakase room after seeing it was closed but now I will be back specifically for you and the great food. Beef bourgonion was the best I have ever had. read more

First off this place was beautiful inside.. I thought that the service was a little overbearing a little but that was okay. I enjoyed the meal with my mom and her mom, my grandmother. The lobster bisque was a bit thin which I was not used to but the flavor was actually Devine. My grandmother very much enjoyed the seafood platter. The restaurant was very beautiful and all the food was delicious. Will be back sometime. read more

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This is the prettiest restaurant in the city. You walk in and it absolutely breath taking. You feel like you are on an instant vacation. Live music, and great lighting. They have blue point for house oysters, which are my favorites. I got the steak sandwich, the steaks was tender, great sauce and soft bread. Had a lovely waitress as well read more

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Set in a refurbished bank with three story height well decorated ceiling, the restaurant is elegant and refined. The service is extremely attentive and always trying to make the night a memorable one. Finally, the food, is well decorated and perfectly placed in front of everyone. The chicken was perfectly cooked and juicy, the lobster linguini was decadent, and the duck (no picture unfortunately) was perfectly delicious. Desserts were also amazing. Loved that the profiteroles filling was cold but not frozen and the creme brûlée, was crispy on the top with a soft vanilla creme underneath. read more

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La Grande Boucherie is a beautiful establishment, one of the grandest in the city if not the grandest in terms of size, ambience, all of that. We had a great experience as the service was excellent and attentive. Our waitress, Sou Sou, was kind, helpful, and had lots of good suggestions. Only complaint, which likely wasn't her fault, is the dessert took a while to come out so we ended up spending longer at dinner than we'd hoped. To start we ordered the escargot and French onion soup, which we enjoyed with delicious bread. Pretty standard but on the pricy side compared to other options in the city. For mains we got steak frites and the wagyu burger. The steak was well crusted, seasoned, and cooked to a nice medium rare, but the knife could've been sharper, was struggling to cut it haha. Small detail. The wagyu burger was a bit disappointing, as the bottom bun was burnt -- we like it toasted but you could taste the char -- and it also got very soggy quickly and didn't hold well. The flavors were there though, and the fries and sauces were all good. For dessert, the basque cheesecake was delicious and the profiteroles were a bit harder than others we've had and underwhelming, but ice cream and chocolate sauce is always a saving grace. Overall, DC has a ton of good food including great French places that may be a better bang for your buck. But La Grande Boucherie is a great spot to impress a date, client, etc. if you're looking for a high end night out, and enjoy a nice steak / French cuisine. read more

My friend recommended this for a nice dinner so we decided to stop by for dinner on a Friday evening. It was very easy to get a reservation, but once we arrived we waited at the top of the stairs without acknowledgment for five minutes. After being seated the service only went downhill ): They didn't really greet us or make recommendations and took a long time to come back to take our order. We decided on the French onion soup, Cesar salad, steak frites, and lamp chops. The soup was good, the salad very average and would not recommend, steak was cooked well, but very chewy and the fries were limp. My partner enjoyed the lamp chops, but not the vegetable side it came with. There was also no sauce on the steak frites and the server didn't make us aware of that. He also didn't check in at all throughout our meal to see if we needed anything. At this price point I would expect a better experience. For the price point and the food offerings I would not recommend and I was disappointed with the experience. read more

La Grande Boucherie - Steak frites - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I started with a cocktail, and the server suggested La Vie en Rose as the most popular one to try. It was a bit too sweet for me, and the lycheee puree almost took over the spirits. I enjoyed the second cocktail, Softside, much more as it was not too sweet. Poulet roti was wonderful, but the pommes purée was almost in existent at the bottom of the plate; the vegetables definitely took it over as a garnish. The chicken portion was very generous, but the sauce rather plain. I enjoyed my tenderloin. Escargots were great. Drowned in butter, as they should be. My companion could taste the garlic as a prominent flavor but I couldn't and I wished they were a bit saltier. The escargots were not worth the $29. The beef tartare was decent but again, not worth the $24. I dined at another brasserie restaurant the night before and the mere price difference but comparable quality of food at both establishments is why this is a four-star review for me. Yes, you can eat at this quality of a French dining experience for much less somewhere else (and try more cocktails and shareables as well). Profiteroles as a dessert were just alright, we both agreed we would get something else next time, it's just ice cream on a decent pastry. read more

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On 7/30, my boss and I had a business dinner at LGB. He forgot a prized, designer sweatshirt that night, but we want back early the next day to look for it. The shift manager, Kerry Macphail, very curteously helped us at the time to look for it, but it was nowhere to be found. She provided us with her phone number and said she would check with other staff + look at cameras. After we left, in the coming days and weeks, she stopped responding to our messages and we never heard from her again. It is very disappointing that such a high end establishment as LGB handles these matters in this way. read more

The place is beautiful! It does not feel like the focus is on the food. It's become very social media friendly for it's beautiful as aesthetic. I think going here for drinks is perfectly sufficient, but if you're looking for food to match this five star decor adjust your expectations. We knew that going in and had a great time. The prices also reflect the fact that the food is good, not great, so that's very appreciated. We went very French authentic, getting the foie gras and pâté. This was a few months ago, so I don't remember the main course. But the evening was unforgettable. Definitely recommend everyone goes at least once. read more

I took my Bestie out for an early celebration dinner and no other place in DC says elegance elevated quite like La Grande Boucherie. She was floored and she probably has 100 pictures of the ceiling in her phone. The aesthetics alone of this place is 10 out of 10. Riley was my waitress. I've never had Riley as a waitress and she was just a doll so kind! She gave us all the menu specials and of course, let us know that there were a few blossom drinks on the menu which we ordered. Delicious by the way! Steve and Amnie who were my waiters in the past, (and honorable mention a very special visit last year for my mom's 70th birthday) were assisting with a private party and I waved to them as they were on the balcony. The private party had not arrived, and they didn't know who I was from afar. They came down and remembered me and it felt like family, so warm and welcoming, I always feel so welcomed. My experience at Boucherie isn't about the food (phenomenal, BTW) but about how the staff makes me and my guests feel. My first time at Boucherie Amnie was my waiter and Steve checked in on our table and it set the tone for me to continuing to make reservations. We ordered the fresh oysters and the Wagyu Tartar never any complaints they are. I typically get the French onion soup, which is a fan favor, but this time I did not. Then we went on with a dry aged steak aside of the mac & cheese. My Bestie got a fillet over the creamy mashed potatoes. And I just love that we never have to worry about the food not being prepared to our liking. Parking is either by garage street side or they offer valet so that's a plus. I will definitely be back and I hope to see all of my favorites soon. read more

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We came here to celebrate my friend's birthday on what was honestly a perfect day in Washington, DC--the kind that screams day drinking and rooftop hopping. But no, we chose dinner. Fine. Let's get into it. First impressions? The place is beautiful. Big, polished, definitely giving upscale steakhouse. It was packed--which, given the weather, was expected. Now I will absolutely give credit where it is due: the service was on point. Our main server had a whole system behind him--water guy (my glass never even thought about being empty), plus two food runners. It ran like a well-oiled machine. Smooth, efficient, no complaints there. Alright... now let's get to what you actually came here for: the food. Drumroll please... No. Not terrible. Not amazing. Just... okay. And for these prices? "Okay" is not good enough. It's not even about it being expensive--I expect that at a steakhouse. The issue is the price does not match the taste. I have had better meals for significantly less, and that is the problem. Drinks? Expensive--but it is a steakhouse, so expected. The wine selection, however? Underwhelming. Very limited for a place charging like this. There were nine of us and the bill came out to about $1,500. So yes, expectations were high--and justified. Now let's talk about the birthday moment, because this is where it went completely off the rails. My friend wanted crème brûlée for her birthday dessert. Simple. The waiter smiles and says, "No, you get ice cream." ...Okay. Weird, but fine. We assume that means the ice cream is the complimentary birthday dessert. Still a little sting--because if someone wants crème brûlée, let them have crème brûlée--but whatever. Then the bill comes. They charged us for it. The audacity. So not only did you override the birthday girl's request, but you also charged us for the replacement nobody asked for? And to add insult to injury, that pistachio ice cream was easily the worst thing we had all night. And that is saying something. Overall: beautiful space, great service, but the food does not justify the price, and the birthday experience? Completely fumbled. For $1,500, I expect to leave impressed. We left confused, underwhelmed, and side-eyeing that receipt. read more

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Amazing! Gorgeous! Classy! Professionals working with honor. This place wow'd me. You can come dressy or casual and you'll fit in either way. However, going in business casual+ will make you "feel" comfortable. This place is perfect for date night, a girlfriend meet-up, or a celebratory group of 6 or less (in my opinion). The elegant decor matches the taste of all the dishes and the mastery of the drinks will leave you speechless. The rose drink (vodka lychee and cranberry) will have you asking for a 2nd and a 3rd!! Good music playing while dining. Live Jazz on Thursday evenings. 2 bars inside. 1 on main level and the other on the balcony. NOTE: Balcony dining (3rd floor) is the best, as it over looks the entire restaurant, however there is not an elevator for guests. TIDBIT: bathrooms are on only on main level. (Main level is the 2nd floor) Reservations were not needed on a Sunday (early afternoon), but I would suggest you make one even if you're within 30 mins. Garage parking next door, or on L street (6 mins away) OH! Can't forget to mention the unisex wash closets. Don't be shocked to see a male in the wash closet . Each person has their own stall but will then share a common sink. read more

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I have been eager to dine here for months, but kept getting thwarted by weather, illness, poor planning. It was definitely worth the wait! I took my family here for Easter dinner and it was divine. Starting with the setting: it's no wonder everyone takes tons of photos here because the dining room is sunning - the high ceilings, the fountain, the plants everywhere, the natural light, the piano. It's elegant and old-world, glamorous and comfortable. I started with the lobster bisque and it was creamy, and full of chunks of lobster. Since it's called La Boucherie, I thought it best to order steak. Had the steak frites and it was perfect. The steak was expertly charred, flavorful and perfectly cooked and the frites were crisp and lightly salted. I had the profiteroles for dessert, which was a nice light ending to a lovely decadent meal. My family members had the escargot - garlicky and delicious and steak tartare for starters. My son had the burger - said it was great but a a little bit messy so maybe be fancy about it and eat with a fork and knife! My eldest son had the giant pork chop and absolutely loved it. He said he might even prefer it to the steak (because of course he tried my steak too). Hubby had the bœuf bourguignon and devoured it. Rounding out dessert, they had the crème brûlée and said it was excellent. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly. He was a little slow to take our order, but they were very busy so it was understandable. Be sure to visit the restrooms. Beyond the any- gender, completely private stalls, there is an adorable glamorous vanity where you can reapply your lipstick and feel very, very Hollywood. Or Paris. Enjoy! read more

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I recently stopped by Le Grande Boucherie in DC and had a really enjoyable experience, especially sitting at the bar. The space itself is beautiful and gives off a classic, upscale vibe, which made it a great spot to unwind. I kept things simple and ordered the Caesar salad along with a lemon drop, and both hit the mark. The salad was fresh, well-balanced, and nicely presented, while the lemon drop was perfectly mixed smooth, refreshing, and not overly sweet. Service was good throughout my visit. The staff at the bar were attentive and friendly without being overbearing, which made the experience feel relaxed and easy. Overall, it's a great place if you're looking for a more refined atmosphere with solid food and drinks. I'd definitely come back, especially to grab a seat at the bar again. read more

La Grande Boucherie - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Why is this place so great?! Literally can't go wrong. I love their food service and the smiles that it always brings read more

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Delightful evening at La Grande Boucherie. Elegant cocktails, tasty appetizers, melt in your mouth steak, and stunning desserts! The service was great and the unisex bathrooms were clean. Walking distance from Metro Center metro stop. read more

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We visited La Grande Boucherie with my family and made a reservation about two days in advance. When we arrived, we were initially seated on the second floor, which wasn't very convenient for my parents. Although they offered us the elevator, it was located on the opposite side of the restaurant, making it a bit difficult. I asked if it would be possible to move to the first floor, and they kindly accommodated our request, which we really appreciated. The food was absolutely delicious, and the drinks were just as good. The portions are quite generous, so if you're not a big eater, you may want to consider sharing a dish. One thing to note is that the restrooms are gender-neutral. While they were very clean, I found this a little inconvenient when visiting with children. If you plan to go on a weekend, expect the restaurant to be lively and a bit noisy. Also, avoid the parking lot next door if possible--it was very chaotic and not worth the hassle. Overall, we had a wonderful dining experience with excellent food, great drinks, and friendly service. I'd definitely recommend it, especially if you enjoy French cuisine. read more

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The interior was beautiful (especially the stairs up from the entrance!!) yet cozy in a way. The drinks were delicious, I love me my espresso martini (had cherry blossom special). It was our first time eating escargot. It was good but we thought it was very salty, had to eat a lot of bread with it to balance. Braised beef was tender and flavorful but I'd say the highlight was the scallops. It melted in my mouth the cooked perfectly. Was a great birthday lunch :) read more

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This restaurant is in a beautiful old bank building including gold ceilings, statues, big chandeliers and art deco art. It's got the old-world glamour that feels like stepping back in time when architecture was art, so I'm glad a restaurant was able to save the space after a long vacancy. We ended up here a little earlier than planned and were surprised brunch went all the way until 4 pm, but our server Ligaya checked with the kitchen to see if they would prepare a porterhouse, which they did. While we waited, we dined the soft white bread, but the food didn't take too long. The porterhouse was tender and juicy and cooked perfectly accompanied by an array of delicious sauces. The fries were a great mix of salty and crunchy. The real start was the gouda macaroni, which was so decadent it was like more cheese than pasta in every bite. It only felt right to try one of their unique desserts, so we got the Paris-Brest which was delicate pastry sandwiching a hazelnut mousse spread. It was light but flavorful and a great finish to the meal. The food, service, and atmosphere were all amazing. If you are in the White House area, this makes for a very special dining experience. read more

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Had a reservation for Valentines Day at 10:30. Checked in at 10:15 and me and 30 of my closest friends waited inside the front entrance steps until about 10:50 when our name was called. We sat on the "third" floor on the balcony area. There was a set 3-course Valentine's Day menu which we ordered from. We started with sharing the Caesar salad and the French onion soup. The soup was good - I liked the broth and the cheese, but with many of the French onion soups, the amount of onions after you get thru the cheese is pretty off putting. The Caesar salad was standard. For my entree, I went with the filet au poivre which came with potatoes and the usual pepper sauce. We added the bernaise sauce on the side and then I also added the macaroni and cheese Gouda sauce. The steak was very good - perfectly cooked medium. The bernaise was very rich and a nice addition to the pepper sauce using both. The macaroni was also very good - I liked the salty and sharp flavor of the Gouda. For dessert I got pigeon-holed into the Paris- something. And it was not for me. I only had two bites and gave up. Overall - the service fell off halfway thru. Our meal took forever to come out, we struggled at getting refills and things just died down as the crowd did. Overall good. Was hoping for impeccable given the crowds. read more

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A fantastic dining experience. Our host Hugo was personable, funny and extremely helpful when detailing the menu. No question seemed too small and he made it a welcoming experience. Reservations are strongly recommended. Dress the part and please don't wear your pajamas or bonnet to this fine dining establishment. There is seating on the main floor and upper level. For those careless diners on the upper level dropping items...beware. I didn't notice an elevator but if you have mobility challenges, call ahead to find out about accommodations. Parking is at cost and can be a chore in this area. Some may opt to use a ride share, or public transportation. Started with the French Manhattan and it was strong. Paired with the foie gras as an appetizer it was delicious. For my entree, I opted for the tomahawk with puréed potatoes. By default, it comes medium well but the doneness and flavor were not an issue. I had the cheesecake with mixed berry compote. It is a richer dessert but so sinfully delicious. The bathroom is a single room with multiple stalls and a general sink area. No concerns for privacy and it was clean, but dimly lit. I would definitely dine here again and recommend this as an option to others. read more

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Not so "Happy" Hour! Among a plethora of restaurants in downtown DC, I specifically chose La Grande for a late night happy hour for a quick bite. The website displays said happy hour beginning at 10 pm. Upon arrival, I asked the host where happy hour was served and she responded "I don't think we do that anymore." She proceeded to tell us to check at the bar. The waiter in the bar area also stated "Oh yes we don't have that." Nope that's not what was advertised. The manager came and stated, "Oh we don't have happy hour on *slow nights *". Not sure how the consumer is supposed to know what a slow night is and the inconsistency in messaging is concerning. She offered happy hour priced drinks. However, I had several drinks elsewhere and was specifically here for food. She did acquiesce and allow food pricing. All in all, the Burger was very good. My friend enjoyed her oysters. But the experience. Meh. read more

La Grande Boucherie - Non happy hour menu - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I will start with the ambience of this restaurant. It's very fancy and they put a lot of work into the interior of the restaurant to justify menu prices. It is amazing enough to celebrate any occasion - small or big. We weee seated upstairs and could appreciate the view of the downstairs and the grand staircase from there. The drinks were delicious and very strong and I couldn't taste the overpowering taste of alcohol which was amazing imo. We got a few dishes to try all. I loved the steak and the lamb chops the most. They were cooked to perfection and were tender and juicy. read more

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We stopped at La Grande Boucherie for lunch and had a very good experience from beginning to end. The restaurant is impressive as soon as you walk in. The large dining room has a beautiful detailed ceiling, a massive chandelier, dark wood, greenery, and a grand staircase. It feels upscale and distinctive without being overly formal. It was also surprisingly quiet during our visit, which made it easy to relax, talk, and enjoy the meal without feeling rushed. The service was excellent. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and professional without hovering over the table. We ordered the tuna tartare, foie gras terrine, and croque monsieur. The food was well presented, and we enjoyed everything we tried. The foie gras terrine came with toasted bread, cornichons, salad, and several accompaniments, while the croque monsieur was served with a fresh side salad. The atmosphere is probably what makes this place stand out most, but the food and service lived up to the setting. I would definitely return, especially for a quiet lunch, date, or special occasion. read more

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Shoutout to my friend for putting me on to this spot! I had no idea about La Grande Boucherie DC's happy hour. They have so many cool options for drinks on the happy hour menu. I also noticed they serve oysters; I didn't get a chance to try them this time, but I definitely will next time. The service was awesome (thanks Ben), and I completely fell in love with the stunning decor and lively vibe. I will absolutely be back! read more

I am huge fan of La Grande Boucherie in NYC so I had to try DC location which is fairly new. This one is absolutely stunning!!!! I love their classic and elegant French brasserie with beautiful décor. The food was excellent. We ordered French Onion soup and Boeuf Bourguignon were so good. So much flavor to both. The service was professional, attentive, explain the dish so well, and also gave us their published book. We felt so special that day. well-paced, making the whole experience feel special. It is one of the memorable restaurant in DC. read more

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Love the inside of this restaurant -- it is truly beautiful! Especially during the holidays. I've visited for happy hour + drinks at the bar and sat upstairs for dinner. For the dinner, we had three glasses of wine, the Prime Steak Frites, Mushroom Ravioli, and the Boucherie Burger. Total cost was ~$210 with tip. Our server wasn't the most attentive but staff kept our water glasses filled to the brim, which I appreciate! The food is good, but for price tag, I think you are better off doing happy hour at the bar. Will definitely be back when I am in the area! read more

La Grande Boucherie - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Went for a birthday dinner during restaurant week. Added an escargot appetizer and upgraded to the steak frites. I ended up spending over $200, but it was a pretty good dinner. The place inside seems really grand! I heard the place spent over $1 million on renovations and there's even gold leaf in the ceiling! To start, I had the pate, and then the steak frites, and finished it off with the pamplemousses. My wife had French onion soup, salmon, and chocolate tart. Note that the bread was really good and we had like 3 baskets! The place was very nice and you gotta see it for yourself! read more

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Went for RW and had to wait about 10 minutes even with a reservation, which wasn't too bad. The place was very busy and has tons of seating. The entrance is grand and almost royal, and getting to our table on the second level felt like walking through a maze in the best way lol. Our server Hugo was super welcoming and gave solid recommendations. The French onion soup was okay (I've definitely had better) but the espresso martini? Easily one of the best I've had. Very tasty and strong. I'd recommend this place for a special occasion, especially for the decor and drinks. The food was decent, but the overall vibe is what really stands out. read more

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Finally made it to this spot. I'll start with the food. The food gras was standard and tasty. The steak was perfectly cooked and had lots of flavor, I could've done without the fries though. Oysters were fresh and delicious. My friend's salmon was tasty and not overcooked. French onion soup was superb! The restaurant week deserts, however, could be removed. I regret not getting one of their standard menu desserts. We had some of their mocktails, the one with the nonalcoholic prosecco was sweet and delicious. The Ramble (I think that's what it was called) tasted more like a kombucha, it was pretty tart but not bad. As for service, everyone was pretty short, distracted, and some had a little hint of a nasty attitude. We had a reservation for 9PM and was told upon arrival, "we're busy and it'll be a 15 minute wait." That wasn't what was upsetting, what was upsetting was not being seated until about 9:45 and that was AFTER a manager asked us how we were doing and we explained our extended wait time. Once finally seated, our waitress wasn't short and not mean, but not particularly pleasant either. Maybe they are really leaning into the French stereotypes there. She was helpful when answering questions about the oysters! Anyway, the restaurant closes at 12 and I'm all for an efficient closing process, however I did NOT expect the lights to get bright around 11:40-11:45PM. The valet also came around to every remaining table to hand out keys. I'm not used to getting kicked out of restaurants this way. It was pretty aggressive especially when they close at midnight. It felt like they were rushing us out. The food is doing a heavy lift for this review, so I'm glad they have that to stand on. Not sure if I'll return, if I do maybe at an earlier time to not get kicked out. read more

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The restaurant is very elegant. I liked walking up the grand stairs to the dining area. We started out with drinks and bread. I love it when the meal starts with warm, complimentary bread, especially when there are refills. For starters, we went with the steak tartare and oysters. The steak tartare comes in two sizes, and we opted for the larger size. The tartare was made of chopped beef tenderloin, capers, and topped with a quail egg. It was creamy with a hint of tartness from the capers. The oysters were briny but also sweet. I personally wished the oysters were bigger. While we were waiting for our entrees, we had to hunt down our server for another round of drinks. We were disappointed with the lack of service there. Our entrees included the 12oz prime NY strip and ribeye. What I thought would be a delicious first bite turned into disappointment. The steak was tough and wasn't seasoned well. It was the type of steak that called for A1 sauce. I did enjoy the elegance of the restaurant with a fountain in the center and high ceilings. There was a trio of musicians near our table playing music which elevated the ambiance. read more

Excellent food and service all around. We had the steak frites and apricot clafoutis, which were great next Tuesday .Our waiter Tim was outstanding. read more

This restaurant is a mixed bag. Good, not great food, and very slow service. The one good aspect is the lovely atmosphere-- a restaurant needs more than that. It's definitely a restaurant where you can dress up and feel like you want to even though many don't. Drinks: Old Fashioned and Mocktail very good. Food: Caesar salad, scallops, and mushroom ravioli good. Nothing to make me want to go back. Bread basket with soft butter was very good. Desserts: Crème brûlée good not exceptional as I would expect from a French restaurant. Was told by Open Table response they would acknowledge my friend's b-day. The waitress knew nothing about it. I had to remind her. Nice that they did offer a small dessert. Service: Horribly slow for everything. Drinks, salad, entrees, desserts, and finally the bill took forever to get. At one point the waitress even admitted she didn't know why the desserts were taking so long. The staff was friendly. Atmosphere: Just lovely for Christmas. Music: Odd selection for this French restaurant. A bit too loud to have a nice conversation. We were on the top floor--not sure that had anything to do with it. Prices: They prices are fair especially for the atmosphere. Service charge: As a few restaurants are doing now, they added a 3% surcharge to cover higher food costs. On principle, I always ask for this to be removed. I believe it's a little shady. Be upfront about it, increase your food prices by $.50 or whatever you need. Parking: Valet for $27. The parking next door was closed. We parked across the street for $28. Bathrooms: Off putting. All the men were afraid to go in. It's unisex, but that is not obvious. Very crowded area. As soon as you open the door, those are where the water closets are and everybody's hanging out there. Very cramped area. As usual, I forget to take pictures until I've eaten almost all my food. read more

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Went right after the Christmas holiday with my girls for a Saturday brunch. My 2nd time here, and first was for dinner. First thing to note that upon entry there are stairs. Not necessarily an issue, but unsure if there is an accessible entrance or way up to the dining area so something to keep in mind. The restaurant itself is decorated in Art Nouveau style and gives a sense of grace and elegance that I've experienced in Paris. There's a piano in the middle that may or may not have someone playing depending on when you go. Steven/Stephen was our server and was pleasant, friendly, an patient. We appreciate him for handling us with care as the bubbles started flowing! Bottomless was $30 for mimosas with 3 types of juice (orange, pineapple, cranberry), and they were unfortunately out of Bellinis. For food, we started with complimentary bread, ordered escargot, French toast, and Cesar salad to start, 3 steak frites, salmon, and mushroom ravioli as the main, and had complimentary dessert as we were celebrating a birthday. The steaks were cooked to perfection and there were no complaints from anyone at the table. I did ask for garlic aioli which they didnt have and I was told they can't make - something to be mindful of if asking for off menu or modifications, especially those that aren't French originating. Random note: they dim the lighting closer to dinner time including in the bathroom (for my ladies looking to flick it up). See pics for more! read more

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The parking garage is right next door. At the time of this review, it was $12. Great price for DC! We walked up to the restaurant and stepped inside. The hostess' are right there to greet you. I give them my name for the reservation and are seated as soon as they seat the last customer. There are a lot of steps but not a bad walk up. Don't worry, if you can't manage the steps, there is an elevator near by. We were seated at a small table for two. There are people on either side of us. That wasn't too comfortable for us but we pushed through. The waiter comes over and asks us if we want tap or bottled water. We get bottled water. Everyone is professional. The waiter seemed a bit stand off-ish. He was also gone for long periods of time during our experience. Anyway, the food. Now my expectations were kind of high because this supposed to be a French restaurant. One of my friends warned me not to come but of course I had to experience this for myself. Just I make sure. We order the Caesar salad WITHOUT the anchovies, French onion soup, lobster bisque, shrimp cocktail, lobster pasta, crème brûlée, and salted caramel cheesecake. The Caesar salad was okay and overpriced. No offering of extra black pepper and/or shredded parm on top. French onion soup was bland even with the cheese. Salt and pepper did not help. The lobster bisque was bland as well. It had lobster in it but no flavor. The bisque was also browned in color than the reddish orange color I'm used to. Could use more lobster essence, maybe paprika and saffron for taste and color. Not sure but it was missing somethings. The shrimp cocktail was fishy in smell and bland as well. They are definitely huge though. The lobster pasta was pretty good. Sauce, lobster, pasta... it was regular. We listened as another patron complained about the service to a manager while we ordered dessert. I was hopeful! Maybe this would make up for everything. Dessert did not fit the bill. I'm not sure what type of cheesecake was put in front of us but it was not good. It seemed like a cake of cheese. The salted caramel made it even worse. The creme brûlée top was a bit burnt because you could taste it with the scoop. The custard was bland. I was disappointed. Despite the gorgeous decorations of the restaurant. The only thing good were the mocktails. Feel free to try for yourself. Side Note: Not sure you all are like me but when I think of French cuisine (or any cuisine), I think of rich, flavorful, elegant food. I think of rich butter, creaminess, fresh herbs, and layers of flavor (not heavily spiced). The use of techniques that enhance rather than mask the essence of the meal. I was thinking of olive oil, delicious variety of breads and the smell of garlic. I did not get that here. read more

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Walked-in on Christmas Day with my wife the restaurant was full and were reservations only understandably so. Luckily the bar area was open. The only downside to a Busy Christmas Day service was that all the waiters were busy and hardly batted an eye towards you. Gustavo the bartender was the exception to this as frankly we wouldn't have gotten to have our order taken yet alone eat without him. He went above and beyond for us and reassured us about our order and even apologized for the long wait. My wife ordered the French Onion soup which to our surprise was served sooner than we expected. We ordered our steaks medium and medium rare but both of them came out as medium. It was well seasoned though with a hint of rosemary. Hopefully our experience would be much better when the restaurant isn't too busy. Which shouldn't have been the case to begin with as this restaurant chain has so much potential to be great here in the DMV. read more

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Excellent ambiance, service, and food. The drinks were a bit light but, they adjust with no problem. Recommend the chateaubriand.