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Bistrot Du Coin

Bistrot Du Coin

Bistro and French Restaurant$$$$
Northwest Washington, Washington
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    Maxwell Z.
    "Both the mussels and the fish of the day (trout) were perfect."(26 Tips)
    Greg W.
    "Also the best French onion soup I've had."(9 Tips)
    Benjamin W.
    "I would trade by first born child for the escargot."(8 Tips)
    Dee🌴
    "fantastic here as well as the steak frite."(4 Tips)
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  • Kevin Z.heart icon on user image
    Kevin ZhangSeptember 3, 2014
    Mussels normales is huge bucket! Their steak is cooked to mmm mmm good! The salmon is awesome as well. Mussels are a must here simply said!
  • Ali G.heart icon on user image
    Ali GJuly 21, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    This is one of our favorite "what do you want for dinner?" Go-Tos. They are on open table, so we will usually scope it out and make a reservation before we head over. My favorite is the homardine!
  • Eater
    EaterJuly 30, 2012
    It's a go-to in the Dupont Circle area, open all the time, w/ a large menu of French classics, cassoulet, tartiflette savoyarde, steak served with bearnaise sauce & killer fries. [Eater 38 Member]
  • Yasaman M.heart icon on user image
    Yasaman MahdianJanuary 10, 2019
    This place feels really old yet so french! Salad with goat cheese and steak was really good. But I liked the french onion soup the most. Lovely experience.
  • Megan L.heart icon on user image
    Megan LecasAugust 24, 2019
    Lovely wait staff, great food and an extensive wine list. Sit in the window seat and you can see all that DuPont Circle has to offer. I recommend without reservation.
  • Dustin F.
    Dustin FanzoJune 26, 2013
    The mussels with lobster bisque are mind blowing. And they serve food until midnight on week nights. Leffe Bruin (dark) on draft. Mini ravioli with ham and pesto are amazing as well.
  • Anthony
    AnthonyJuly 24, 2012
    Incredible French food.....just amazing! Get a cocktail or some great wine to boot. I recommend a reservation....this place gets crowded.
  • Noah X.heart icon on user image
    Noah XifrApril 13, 2014
    Best French restaurant in DC. Wonderful ambiance. Real French fries. Get the mussel pot w lobster bisque. Go ahead, you must try the Escargot.
  • Amanda A.
    Amanda AAugust 22, 2011
    Can get pretty busy at night - make sure you put in a reservation. It can also get a bit warm if it's a hot day. Try to sit downstairs if you can! Great food though. Wonderful service, too!
  • Pieter D.
    Pieter DepondtJuly 23, 2013
    If you like French Food you really should try the Steak NatureIt is a typical Lunch item in France. They really make it authentic here.
  • Brian T.heart icon on user image
    Brian T.March 25, 2016
    One of my go-to's. Been here probably 100 times. Steak Frites all the way. Mussels to change it up, but everything is great.
  • Alex G.heart icon on user image
    Alex GMarch 8, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    I have yet to find anything on the menu that isn't delicious. This is one of my favorite restaurants in the District.
  • Mitchellheart icon on user image
    MitchellAugust 3, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Great atmosphere and service- loved the French onion soup and le steak maison. Very reasonably priced wine list as well.
  • Jenny
    JennyDecember 2, 2012
    The duck is the bomb! Fois gras isn't bad either, especially the bakery risotto it comes with. Mussels are good but not something you can't find somewhere else. Great vibe good crowd.
  • Greg W.heart icon on user image
    Greg WilcoxSeptember 17, 2013
    Don't feel bad being "unoriginal" and ordering the steak des frites, it is amazing! Also the best French onion soup I've had.
  • Peter B.heart icon on user image
    Peter BlumbergJanuary 3, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Mushroom velotte, French onion soup, open-faced sandwiches and the macaroni souffles are my faves.
  • Erica J.heart icon on user image
    Erica JohnsonOctober 2, 2014
    A boisterous, casual spot with solid French food and wine. Great for a crowd, a couple, or solo dining (and that's a rarity)
  • Danya B.
    Danya BushéyOctober 12, 2013
    Mussels Normandie and Rabbit Stew are to die for. Make a reservation. Share plates to try more menu items.
  • Felicia F.
    Felicia FettJune 30, 2013
    Try the Warm Potato Salad with Goat Cheese - So delicious. Honestly. I can't talk about it. You just gotta eat it.
  • Kelsey H.
    Kelsey HayesJuly 18, 2012
    Fabulous food, great (and potent!) cocktails, awesome atmosphere and a convenient location. Highly recommend the steak maison.
  • Sarai J.heart icon on user image
    Sarai JohnsonOctober 13, 2015
    This place is awwwwesome. I had the veal stew and creme brûlée and they were both wonderful.
  • Usha B.
    Usha BanerjeeApril 28, 2018
    Escargot were good. Stake was a bit disappointment. Chocolate mousse was excellent
  • Foxytk23
    Foxytk23December 22, 2017
    We should have stuck to the basics. Mussels, steak and fries. We tried the sweet breads, chicken, and mushroom dish it was terrible. The duck confit tasted old to salty and the sauce was to sweet
  • Sandyheart icon on user image
    SandyMarch 21, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Best place to get a great steak for a decent price and a very French list of aperitifs.
  • Hannah G.heart icon on user image
    Hannah GMMarch 23, 2017
    A DC staple. Decent food and good service. Try the steak frites!
  • Sean M.
    Sean McGrathMarch 26, 2010
    Vegetarians have very little to choose from (it is French food, after all) & the lines can sometimes be up to an hour wait, so call ahead. Food is rich, so small portions are a-okay. Get the mussels!
  • Ley M.
    Ley MendozaJune 26, 2011
    You can never go wrong Le Steak Mason, Catalanes, duck and most of the food menu are great. One of the best mussels in town
  • Stephen L.
    Stephen LnuMarch 9, 2020
    I’ve come here for over a decade and my latest visit was underwhelming. The pate’ had the consistency of overcooked meatloaf and the salade Nicoise was like a half can of tuna dumped over lettuce.
  • Rob R.
    Rob R.January 19, 2014
    Recommendations recommended as it's crowded! Try their mixed speciality cocktails!
  • Mya M.
    Mya Martin-GlennOctober 20, 2013
    Extremely tasty food! Order the appetizer portion so you won't feel guilty about dessert.
  • Leigh M.heart icon on user image
    Leigh M.August 7, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    All of the mussels are delicious. Sweetbreads appetizer is great as well!
  • C W.
    C WoodMarch 4, 2012
    Steak tartare good. Foie gras with risotto must try but a bit too much gravy. Escargot not worth it. Nice casual spot with satisfying food.
  • Omri L.
    Omri LavieMay 19, 2014
    By all means one of the best French Bistros in the world. Hand down!
  • Meryl W.
    Meryl WinslowMarch 22, 2012
    The half roasted chicken with french fries is AMAZING! Also def try the asparagus and artichoke salad
  • Thomas V.
    Thomas Vander WalJune 15, 2018
    The last couple years the food and service have really fallen off. The onion soup is still a good option, but cassoulet tastes like it has old duck and sausage in it. Service was really poor.
  • Dee🌴
    Dee🌴March 24, 2010
    Fun place for a weeknight dinner with friends. The mussels and country pate are fantastic here as well as the steak frite. Try them with a glass of the Beaujolais.
  • B A.
    B AOctober 21, 2013
    This is the place for French cuisine in Dupont. MUCH better than Bistro Bistro.
  • Shaheen M.
    Shaheen MandaniAugust 10, 2013
    Amazing veal stew n Awesome Steak Ribeye!!! Fries are a must try!
  • Lisayz C.
    Lisayz CAugust 6, 2011
    Absolutely order a pot of mussels I can have just that! The steak was alright definitely had better. Side of fries is a must!
  • Rob H.
    Rob HutchinsonDecember 3, 2012
    Bar service is fast and courteous. Dinner was superb. Nice smaller portions and friendly staff.
  • Lane R.heart icon on user image
    Lane RettigOctober 26, 2015
    The steaks are tender and delicious, and totally affordable.
  • Felicia F.
    Felicia FettJune 30, 2013
    Try the Creme Brulee - Almost as good as in Paris. I do not say this often.
  • Andrew W.heart icon on user image
    Andrew WhiteJune 6, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The chicken soup is divine. The roast chicken w/frites is a delight. Good things happen here.
  • Chantal R.
    Chantal RushingFebruary 1, 2011
    I'm French, I mean really as I spent 38 years of my life in France. And I did really enjoyed it even if I feel that the" lapin a la moutarde" was way too americanized for my taste!
  • Mifa R.
    Mifa RandolphApril 14, 2013
    Love love love this bistrot. Steak ER frittes and Moules Catalane!!! Yummy!
  • Rachel S.
    Just fabulous French food - amazing mussels and duck! Make reservations ahead of time for dinner if you want to wait less than an hour.
  • Dan R.
    Dan RapelaFebruary 15, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    The Brunch menu (Sat & Sun, 11am-4pm) is great and inexpensive. A lot of different omelets that come with fries ($7-$13). Huge portions! Read more
  • Shawna C.heart icon on user image
    Shawna CrosbySeptember 15, 2013
    Best french food! Loved the onion soup and hanger steak!
  • Jordan Ashley H.
    Jordan Ashley HibbsMarch 23, 2015
    You must try the French onion soup!
  • Derek J.
    Derek JonesJanuary 5, 2015
    A taste of France in Dupont. An excellent time every visit.
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