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Le Chat Noir

3.6 (380 reviews)
ModerateFrench, Creperies
Closed • 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Intimate
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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Jose P.

This restaurant has been around since the beginning of time (actually, since 2005). It is a neighborhood staple and a nice place to get good food. This is not a Michelin-star restaurant, but it's still nice with good food. The service was good, and they accommodated my gluten-free needs without any French snobbery.

Danielle F.

I came here for New Years Eve with some friends after it has been highly recommended. However, I was woefully disappointed with the menu that night. The restaurant had sent out a holiday prix fixe menu in emails that included swordfish, my friend's favorite dish. We called the restaurant that afternoon to confirm it was indeed available and they said yes. We confirmed our reservation and were super excited. Once we arrived there was some confusion as the fish listed on the menu was different, but we were assured she could still get the swordfish. Well..... guess what? They brought out a different fish and I guess just hoped she wouldn't notice? It was really bad. She sent it back and they made her a Croque Monsieur, but it was cold in the center as they rushed the cooking (not raw, just cold ham). The food we did order and get was very nice. Servers were friendly and very French. We ordered a bottle of sparkling rose and they did a nice job of refilling our glasses of wine and water throughout the meal. Ambiance is reminiscent of cafes in Paris. We were there early on NYE (5pm reservation) so the place was still warming up, but the space is cozy and a bit tight when it's full. I so wanted to love my dinner here, but not telling the truth about the type of fish you're serving is pretty unforgivable. I might try them again, but I won't be ordering the fish.

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Olga M.

First time at Le Chat Noir a French Restaurant in Washington, D.C. I ordered the following from the brunch special at $33.95: -1 mimosa -Poached Eggs Norvegienne with smoked salmon and Hollandaise sauce with French fries. -Nutella crepe The Nutella crepe was my favorite from the menu. The poached eggs were a bit runny, but the French fries were nice and crispy. The restaurant doesn't have a kids menu but you can order a La carte. Happy Yelping :)

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Meridena K.

Always love this restaurant. Very cozy, everyone is very friendly, they will try to accommodate any request. Food is always beautiful and delicious, the sauces and dressings are perfect and add that extra touch to make the food stand out. So hard not to finish my entire plate.

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Jennifer B.

Very tasty! Better than that other famous overhyped french spot in DC in my opinion...

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Carolyn C.

First off--cutest branding, sign and exterior decor (crazy cat lady here). Le Chat Noir and I have a special relationship. I come here when I need to study--I attend Capital Wine School courses around the corner. Le Chat Noir is quiet, quaint and quirky. The staff is quick, kind and always gives me the rundown on what's new and recommended. My absolute favorites are the escargots (pairs well with Champagne), Moules Mariniere (pairs well with a Chardonnay), and their cheese selection (grab a full bodied red and indulge)!

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Went here for my Birthday to have a calm family meal and it was excelent the service and food were amazing

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Awesome food......................open a location in OT Alexandria!!! Much better than our French restaurants

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Le Chat Noir - french - Updated November 2026

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