Le Diplomate is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

1. Le Diplomate

9.2
1601 14th St NW (at Q St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Logan Circle - Shaw · 313 tips and reviews

Jaime W.Jaime Wojdowski: French onion soup and Napoleon dessert are to die for!

Washington PostWashington Post: Critic Tom Sietsema was "most surprised by Le Diplomate’s reliability" saying it's one of the hardest qualities to achieve. 265 seats w/ patio. 25 cooks are behind the scenes here. 3/4 stars. Read more.

Washington PostWashington Post: Le Diplomate, under the care of executive chef Adam Schop, executes a perfect omelet, an expert steak au poivre, a divine apple tart, everything delivered by some of the best servers in the city.

Chez Billy Sud is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

2. Chez Billy Sud

9.0
1039 31st St NW (at Water St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Georgetown · 21 tips and reviews

Ashley R.Ashley R: Trout is delicious! Lovely atmosphere - upscale, yet quaint and neighborhoody

Julia L.Julia Lord Nickle: Best Caesar salad of my life.

BryanBryan: Fantastic as always

La Piquette is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

3. La Piquette

8.8
3714 Macomb St NW (Wisconsin Ave. and 37th St.), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens · 8 tips and reviews

Thomas V.Thomas Vander Wal: Brunch was really good. Croque madame, leeks vinaigrtette, and creme brûlée were really good. The croissants are really good as well.

Alexandra D.Alexandra Dunbar-Fernandez: If it's in season, the soft shell crab is divine. La Piquette has THE BEST beef tartar in Washington, DC. There is nothing that Chef Francis and his crew don't do well!

Dana A.Dana Allen: Bronzino was fantastic! Lamb chop also great!

Marcel's by Robert Wiedmaier is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

4. Marcel's by Robert Wiedmaier

8.7
2401 Pennsylvania Ave NW (at 24th St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · West End · 34 tips and reviews

Sylvie H.Sylvie H.: Scallop with pork belly is awesome as well as their signature boudin blanc.

Food NetworkFood Network: Table 28, in a curtained-off nook in the main dining room, is perfect for an extra-romantic and ultra-private evening. Via CityEats.com Read more.

Wolfgang PuckWolfgang Puck: Chef Scott Drewno of The Source recommends the Boudin Blanc!

La Chaumiere is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

5. La Chaumiere

8.5
2813 M St NW (at 28th St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Georgetown · 16 tips and reviews

Nivine Z.Nivine Zakhari: Baked onion soup, crab stuffed crepes, and the apple tart for dessert. Oui, oui! Bon appetit!

Christopher S.Christopher Suranna: The apple tart for dessert is heaven.

Eedee S.Eedee Stephens: The food here was beyond incredible! The atmosphere was lovely, the decor was gorgeous and our server (Felipe) was a hoot! Absolutely loved it!

Crepeaway is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

6. Crepeaway

8.5
2001 L St NW (at 20th St. NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 38 tips and reviews

Gaëlle B.Gaëlle Browning: Definitely get the prosciutto with extra ham - so good!

Julia B.Julia Bella: So tasty and service is great! Always ending up here after a long night out :)

CassyCassy: The best drunk food in the city!

Bistro Du Jour is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

7. Bistro Du Jour

8.4
99 District Sq SW, Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Southwest - Waterfront · 2 tips and reviews

Sean R.Sean Robertson: Coq au vin and steak frites were both excellent. Impressive new restaurant on the Wharf.

Allison K.Allison Kasic: Solid steak frites

Un Je Ne Sais Quoi is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

8. Un Je Ne Sais Quoi

8.6
1361 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 25 tips and reviews

Sri Uma A.Sri Uma Aisvarya: Been here multiple times, tried 7-8 items, loved them all. Go in early during weekends. Ask if they've more in the pantry if you don't see any on display, they sometimes do. Lemon tart is a favorite!!

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Un je ne sais Quoi...de Mythique is a delectable Merveilleux pastry made of meringue, white chocolate ganache, and white chocolate whipped cream coated with shavings of white chocolate.

Richard S.Richard Sun: Friendly service.

Bistro Cacao is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

9. Bistro Cacao

8.3
320 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 40 tips and reviews

Brenda A.Brenda Andrews: The service was great. Enjoyed the duck and wine. Sorbet was very refreshing. Great service.

WomplyWomply: Bistro Cacao has partnered with Womply to offer $30 cash back after 3 visits Read more.

Juan Felipe R.Juan Felipe Rincon: It's nice to go to a French restaurant that believes delicious food doesn't have to be pretentious and fussy.

Petite Cerise is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

10. Petite Cerise

8.2
1027 7th St NW (at L St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Mount Vernon Square · 4 tips and reviews

John B.John Baker: Omg the Crepe and the Fries are unbelievable

Felix L.Felix L: Everything - had the beef tartar and croquettes!

John B.John Baker: Best fries I have ever had

Brasserie Liberté is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

11. Brasserie Liberté

8.0
3251 Prospect St NW (btwn Wisconsin Ave & Potomac St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Georgetown · 4 tips and reviews

Cassio D.Cassio DaCunha: Great value for restaurant week: go for the French onion soup, beef bourguignon, and the Paris-Brest for dessert!

Iglika I.Iglika Ivanova: Nice French restaurant

DCDC: Filet Mignon

Convivial is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

12. Convivial

8.1
801 O St NW, Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Logan Circle - Shaw · 32 tips and reviews

AmateurConciergeAmateurConcierge: Very good, classed up casual food. Chickpea panisse were great. The toffee pudding and s’mores desserts were excellent

AJ S.AJ Siegel: Brunch is fantastic. I got the omelette with piperade and it was amazing.

Tim C.Tim Champney: Drink chilled in liquid nitrogen.

Lutèce is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

13. Lutèce

8.0
1522 Wisconsin Ave NW (btwn P & Q St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Georgetown · 7 tips and reviews

Ai K.Ai K: Fresh ricotta, chicken pate and octopus all get five stars! Duck and cod well cooked and beautifully presented

Eric A.Eric Andersen: The starters are all excellent — especially the summer squash and beets!

Eric A.Eric Andersen: Ask for a lavender gin cocktail!

Bistrot Lepic & Wine Bar is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

14. Bistrot Lepic & Wine Bar

7.8
1736 Wisconsin Ave NW (at S St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Georgetown · 20 tips and reviews

Nicole C.Nicole Chen: Wonderful waitress, amazing atmosphere, and best French I've had in the us. Try the escargot, veal cheeks and duck confit. Their floating island dessert is to die for! Definitely coming back.

Joel N.Joel Nova: Raymond is the best waiter try to get his section.

Karen D.Karen Dorst: Tasting wine upstairs with brilliant appetizers is a great way to while away many a pleasant hour.

Opaline is one of The 15 Best French Restaurants in Washington.

15. Opaline

7.8
806 15th St NW (btwn H & I St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 5 tips and reviews

ISC C.ISC Chicago: Helen Taft (Kyoto Cherry Rose Tea Infused Vodka, Sake, Kumquat Oleo Elixir, Marasca Marasca Cherry Essence

George F.George Fotopoulos: Give it a try

ISC C.ISC Chicago: Exquisite Afternoon Tea