It was my first time trying sticky ribs and I was definitely not disappointed 10/10. Will be definitely coming back on my next visit to DC and will try more things on the menu read more

The ambiance of this place was everything I'd expect it to be. It was a classy elegant vibe. The dishes were so good I forgot to take pictures until I got to the bread pudding for dessert. It was to die for. The staff was urgent and friendly. They gave great recommendations and we even got to see Mr make it happen himself. read more

Fraîche - Butterscotch Bread Pudding - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My Best Friend and I are avid Mr. Makeithappen YouTube watchers. So while we were planning our trip to D.C. we said we had to go and try his restaurant because the recipes he makes on YouTube are good so that has to mean the food would be good right?! We arrived and were greeted by the hostess and sat immediately. While be seated Mr. Makeithappen or Matt was there and he stopped by our table to say hello. The Ambiance was good, the decor was beautiful and the music they were playing the jams. I ordered the Golden Gate Noodles with Shrimp and my best friend ordered 5 Cheese Mac, Charred Broccolini, Garlic & Herb Mash and Buffalo Royal Wings. I tried the Mac and the Mash and they were amazing. I do wish I would have ordered that as well. She really enjoyed the Broccolini, Mac and Mash as well. She wasn't a fan of the Wings. I really enjoyed the Gold Gate Noodles with the shrimp. I really loved the sauce. My best friend tried the noodles and love them as well. This was an experience that I will definitely remember. The vibes were amazing, Food was amazing, and the experience was amazing. Pricing was average. Overall when I am back in D.C. I will definitely have to come back. read more

Fraîche - Golden Gate Noodles with shrimp - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Came here for a special dinner event held by a promoter I know. I reserved a table for my birthday for my friends and I. Not sure if the venue was familiar with the promoter and his followers but clearly the venue was not prepared. The venue was missing a lot of items from the drink and food menu. They were unable to prepare a large n7mber of drinks due to missing ingredients. I also wasn't avlento purchase wine or sparkling wine bottles because they had run out. Once it got a little busy the service slowed down and it took a long time to place and receive orders. Some never even came. I will definitely come back for the food and hope by them the service will have improved. The music and vibe was dope. Mostly grown and sexy with a few exceptions. The food was amazing! Everyone in my party of 10 enjoyed all the various items they selected and had bo complaints. read more

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My first time eating at Fraîche! We went during Winter Restaurant Week and the $40 menu was a steal of a DEAL! If they participate in Summer Restaurant Week, I highly recommend it. First: The salad was my favorite part of the meal. The greens were fresh, cauliflower was flavorful, and the candied pecans were the perfect amount of sweetness. Second: I appreciated that they could take the sausage out of the Cajun mussels. They still had a good flavor. Nothing too amazing, but still very enjoyable. Third: I was full at this point . I got the salmon and risotto. I also appreciated that they could make this dish without the sausage. I ate it the next day and it was as good! The risotto was a bit too salty. It had a nice flavor and texture, just needed less salt and more spice. I'm thinking the spice comes from the sausage. The basil oil was really good and a nice addition! Overall, the service was rushed because there was a big party and they needed our tables. Other than that, the service was good and our server was friendly and answered all my questions. The decor is beautiful! However, it's not a fine dining experience. It's aesthetically pleasing and a good spot for a date night with a partner or a friend! read more

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The food was amazing! The service was not great. Servers and busers walked by our table multiple times and didn't even LOOK to see if we needed water. That was disappointing. Also, the sign on the door directing people to the actual entrance door should be much larger and much more permanent. We sat at the table at the front of the restaurant and 85% of guests come to that door first. It always takes them several seconds to realize that the actual entrance is to their right, hidden down a small hallway. read more

Fraîche - Happy Hour Menu on February 9, 2026. - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Visited Fraîche with friends for our monthly girls dinner. The space is very open. It feels like a mix of a sports bar but upscale. It WAS very cold inside. Service was great, our waiter was funny and gave us great recommendations and answered all of our many questions. We got the Cornish Hen, which comes with Mac, the golden gate noodles with short rib, gumbo, and Brussel sprouts. We all enjoyed our dishes. The hen was so juicy and flavorful, I was genuinely surprised by how good this was. I wasn't the biggest fan of the Mac but the other girls enjoyed it! The Gumbo was good but lacked a bit of depth. I will say though, it's been the closest to a true New Orleans gumbo I've tasted on the east coast. read more

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I went to Fraiche for a Sunday brunch to celebrate my boyfriends birthday. From the pictures I saw online of the mac and cheese and the wings I know he would be intrigued. Our waiter Noor was very kind and the service was great overall. He did forget (which saved me some coins, silver lining) to put in the order for my mac and cheese but I didn't bother to remind him cause by the end of my meal I was full. The oxtail meatballs were good. 4/5 The seafood omelet was okay according to my boyfriend. I tried a bite it was okay to me as well. 3/5 The wings were okay. A little bit overcooked, which is better than being undercooked. If I could give constructive criticism I would find a way to make them more tender and juicy. 3/5 The chicken and French toast was the star of the brunch. I enjoyed the French toast a lot! The chicken, again could have been more tender while being fried and add a little more seasoning. 4/5 Noor ended our reservation with a birthday desert to celebrate, and I appreciated the attention to detail. The DJ played some great R&B and throwback jams. Great place to go with your girls for brunch, partner, or hang by the bar. Kind of felt like I was in another city while there. read more

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Fraîche, to me, appeared to be an old night club turned into a restaurant. I guess that is the best way to put it. It had that appearance because of the booths in the restaurant. This location has been a few restaurants before it became Fraîche. Some of you foodies know this as Creole on 14th. Before that it was El Tio and Rumberos! That's taking this way back! I'd say El Tio had the better set up! More elegant and just an overall better ambiance. Currently there are tables in the front, then a bar area, then the back which is where warm dark red booths are. They are not VIP booths, but they stand out that is for sure. The booths in the back actually gave an appearance of old nightclub vibes. Adding small tables in the middle makes this super crowded but that is how it's set up. Not a fan! Service: I'm big on service, the waitress was nice although we never met/saw a manager. Manager presence is so important, who is keeping tabs on what hot and what's not? Honestly, the hype around this is mainly due to social media and taking pics with your shoes on a bar is off putting. Anything for the gram, I guess. Shrugs! I'm not sure I'm feeling this spot. It's too trendy where price points just don't match the food, not with how saturated the DMV market is. Let's get into it! Charbroiled Oysters - Full of flavor but portion size compared to price not worth it. Cornish Hen - DRY! It was luke warm, and just not good! The Mac and cheese that came with it was delicious! Lamb Chops - Fatty and not in a good way. Y'all know I venture to many restaurants and this one isn't a winner for me. Wanted to give them a one star but to be fair some dishes were good. read more

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Celebrating my last year in my 50s and treated myself to a solo dinner at the bar. The staff was welcoming and my bartender was top tier -- crafted a smooth espresso martini and a sweet (but not too strong) Jamaican rum punch. Shoutout to Tony...awesome mixologist. Started with the oxtail meatballs and babyyyy that sauce was fire! For my entrée, I had the garlic noodles with salmon -- the salmon was perfectly cooked, just needed a dash more salt for my taste but the noodles were just ok. I think it was the teriyaki flavor that was throwing me but they just didn't do it for me. To close out the night, I was gifted a glass of champagne to celebrate another year of life I would definitely come back for happy hour to try more appetizers. The restaurant has the brick walls when you first come in that reminds me of an old warehouse space. It's very dim with some decent artwork in the front and as you enter. read more

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Fraiche, since this restaurant opened in 2025, I wanted to come by and try its food. Well, today was the day: reservations were ready, the ambiance was great, the staff was so friendly, and Bri was extremely attentive, recommending a few dishes. The food was delicious and of course, Matt-Mr. Make it happen came to our table, greeted us, extended a warm welcome, and thanked us for coming to his place. Fraiche DC read more

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I'd give them a 3.5 stars, however, I went down and not up because of the distance traveled. Formally "Creole on 14th", I had no idea that they had closed and Fraiche had occupied their former space. As we entered, we were promptly seated by the super friendly host. The restaurant has a nicer feel than the previous placeholder, a tad more upscale I'd say. Our two person table was a little small but it worked because our used plates were removed in a timely manner. We started off with the lobster and crab topped charbroiled oysters. They were delicious, however, for $25, six instead of four would have been nice. I was torn between the lamb chops and the fried snapper. I went with the lamb chops and my girl got the whole bird. My chops were nice and thick, unfortunately, once I removed the fatty part, they were kinda small. I'd suggest they use a better cut. They did have nice flavor and were cooked perfectly. My girl said her cornish hen was a little dry and could have used a bit more seasoning BUT the Mac and Cheese that accompanied it was BOMB! We didn't have cocktails because I'm on a slight drinking fast until my Bday, so I can't critique their drinks. There is an automatic 20% service fee included in the bill, but it came with a breakdown which I took as they'd like us to add a little more. Please know, this isn't the economic climate to ask patrons to add more than 20% to a $200 bill... I'm just sayin! read more

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2 stars is being generous! Let's jump in... Food: Mambo Fried Snapper: 3/5 the whole fish was fried on the plate per the picture, but meat was nuggets. It was good, regular fried fish, definitely not $56 good. I could have gotten fish nuggets at a carry out and been just as satisfied. The amount of fish could serve two, not the amount of rice. Deviled eggs: 3/5 decent sweet deviled eggs. There were 4 drops of caviar that you can't taste. The fried chicken was the size of my finger nail and hard, presumably because so small to fry. NY Strip: 1/5 Walmart has a better quality cut of steak than this, I promise you!! The truffle fries had lots of truffle which were good. Salmon Risotto: 1.5/5 wayyyyyyy too salty. Sent it back, the waiter agreed don't know what happened but it was too much. Second plate not as salty, but still salty. Sent it back. Branzino: 4/5 at this point this is the only thing you should order! My friend actually ordered it and it was very tasty. The sour cream green sauce they could have kept. Flavor profile didn't even go with the fish. Butterscotch bread pudding: 5/5 now this!!!! Amazing! I would go back for this buttttttt I'm not driving from Virginia and there isn't any parking. Speaking of you can park in the target garage, which is like a block and a half down or the giant garage. It is around the corner either of which you have to walk and it's cold outside. The front staff were not organized on tables. There were long waits for people waiting for large tops while only two people sat there and there were two tops available. Won't be back! read more

Fraîche - Mambo Fried Snapper - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My husband and I had a wonderful dining experience at Fraiche. I will admit, it was a hike to get there, but once we arrived, we found street parking nearby --parking was free after 6:30PM. Upon our arrival, we were greeted by the host and shown to our table. Since it was a weeknight, it wasn't crowded, but they had plenty of seating available to accommodate parties of any size. The restaurant was clean, and the tables were decorated with simple floral arrangements. I particularly enjoyed the creative murals, which added personality to the space. What was ordered: Oxtail Meatballs- outstanding flavor, crisp outside, moist, and packed with meat on the inside. It was in no way, too saucy- the brown stew reduction was instead, well-balanced. A great way to start our meal. Cajun Mussels- It was tasty. Golden Gate Noodles with Short Ribs- could taste the soy sauce used to season the noodles, providing more asian inspired flavors, it was good. The ribs lacked some seasoning, but they were tender, and when paired with the noodles, it was perfect. Charm City Cakes- I really enjoyed the crab cakes. They were filling, meaty, and not overdone with mayo or breading. The salad that accompanied was very good as well. I wish we had room for dessert, as they presented great options. We did try their Mocktail, and it was great. We'd love to return. read more

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Summer has been a whirlwind of activity. With Autumn moving in, I'm intentionally scheduling time to reconnect & catch up with my folks. We selected Fraîche for dinner on a Friday night. I was excited since I've had this spot bookmarked and I'm a supporter of the talented Chef JR. Three of my gfs arrived before me & were seated at the VIP table. The large corner round table before you access the back seating area. Chef took a pic with them before I arrived. The restaurant was moderately full, but we were able to have conversation without the music & others disrupting. For starters, they ordered the sticky ribs, oxtail meatballs, & Rich Friend, Broke Friend deviled eggs. I don't eat red meat but they raved about the apps. They saved me 1 egg which was tasty. For mains, we ordered the mambo fried snapper, Charm City crab cakes, Bayou gumbo, & Golden Gate noodles w/ Shrimp. All the dishes came out fresh, fragrant, & flavor was on point. Since we were celebrating life in general, we shared desserts. The crème brûlée & butterscotch bread pudding were better than I had in New Orleans!! I can't wait to return to try more of the menu & for their amazing brunch! read more

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This place is super cute. Perfect for a night out with friends or a date night. I was there for a girls night and they were very accommodating. My friends were traveling from out of town and DC Traffic shifted all of our events for the weekend. They were able to move my 7pm reservation to 9:45 at the last minute. They also surprised us and sat us early when we arrived by 9:25, that was great and gave us enough time for the full experience. Our server, Olive, was a delight. Olive made sure we got the right drinks for each of our distinct tastes and explained the menu items greatly. She checked in with us a good amount of times without seeming like she was interrupting our girls night. Also, want to note that the music here is 10/10 and the PERFECT volume to allow me to enjoy the vibe and not yell at my friends. Ok, now for the important part: the food! I try deviled eggs every restaurant that has them. These were pretty solid, not the best but good. For apps, tried that and the mussels. The mussels were delicious. The Caesar salad was huge, but we split it. I'd love if they offered a side Caesar option. All of my friends loved their entrees. Only notes were that the lamb chops were pretty fatty and not enough meat. For me, my steak frites were more on the well done side opposed to the medium that I ordered. That was disappointing, but the flavor was there. This is what stopped the 5 star review! The 5 cheese Mac made up for my overcooked steak. I'd come back just for the Mac and cheese alone. The portion sizes were better than I thought they'd be and the Chef really nails the flavor on the dishes. I wish I had room for dessert, but I was stuffed. I'll certainly come back here again. read more

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Fraîche is located where the old Creole on 14th used to be, and the inside décor is beautiful. Shoutout to Chris Pyrate for some of the wall designs--they really stood out. I went here on a date, and I loved how each room had its own unique theme. Our waiter (can't remember his name) was personable and made the experience easygoing. For appetizers, we ordered the Cajun mussels. They looked good, but the flavor was lacking. They only tasted right when paired with the andouille sausage in the dish. Personally, I'd pass on those next time. The oxtail meatballs were the star of the night--genius execution and packed with oxtail. Honestly, they deserve their own dish, maybe a Rasta pasta or something featuring that same flavor. The butter lamb chops were another highlight--tender and melt-in-your-mouth good. The oxtail lasagna was okay, but I expected more after tasting the meatballs. I think it would have been a hit if they swapped out the marinara for a rich oxtail gravy-style sauce. The Brussels sprouts were fantastic--crispy and flavorful. For dessert, I tried the bread pudding. As a bread pudding lover, I found it just okay--it was a bit too firm for my taste. Overall, it was a cool experience, especially knowing the owner is Mr. Make It Happen. Some dishes definitely shine, but a few could use a little tweaking. read more

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We met for dinner on a Sunday. We were greeted by the staff with lots of energy & they promptly seated us. The food was delicious & plated nicely. Our favorites were the macaroni and cheese, Brussel sprouts, oxtail meatballs, & gumbo. I ordered the deviled eggs & they were extremely small, definitely not regular sized & plated on a large dish which made it hard to desire. The red snapper was good, I just wasn't a fan of the rice & peas. Something to note, if you have Sunday dining & want more time to enjoy the ambiance, come before 7:45, the kitchen and bar close a little before 9. read more

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Made a reservation for Sunday brunch. Its a Beautiful space- Appreciate the touch of fresh flowers on tables. Great r&b playlist. Good service- Thank you shantell! And the young lady who kept my water filled. Drinks Bees knees on 14th- 5/5 strong. Gin fwd, but refreshing with a hint of sweet. Punch drunk- 5/5 not too sweet or thick like alot rum punches. Oxtail meatball- 5/5 - no notes. Deviled eggs- 4/5 solid deviled egg. I love simple things done well. The chicken was a little underwhelming though. Shrimp and grits with crab and chicken sausage as the side. 4.5/5- good flavor. Grits good not too thick. Glad the tail was taken off the shrimp, little details like that make for a better dining. Didn't have a strong resemblance of gumbo. Would have love to taste some peppers and onions or even okra. But nonetheless flavor was great. French toast and chicken 5/5. Some of the best French toast I think I've ever had. Its a lot of food even though it's technically 2 full pieces of bread and 3 full wings. The vanilla and caramel add a perfect sweetness so you really don't need syrup. The chicken was fried and Seasoned well. & The berries broke up the heaviness. Overall, Fraiche is a vibe and the food is Delicous. Will definitely return when I visit the area to. read more

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Me and some friends went here for brunch and the entire experience was everything. Our waitress hands down was the best. She gave us a little history about the restaurant and described her favorite dishes. We just ordered a lot of different things and shared. It was so worth it. HANDS DOWN, the BEST French toast I've EVER had. My God! I love that it had a crunch to it but soft inside. It was perfect. I'm not a fan of French toast because most times it's too soft. I love a good crunch. The chicken surprisingly was not seasoned enough for my liking. The flavor wasn't there but it was fried perfectly with a good crunch (chef add more seasoning). The oxtail meatballs were delicious. All meat, it did not disappoint. The short rib hash was so savory and delicious (chef, I'm not sure if this is on the dinner menu but I would definitely eat this anytime) Y'all! I LOVE deviled eggs. I don't care what kind you fix I want them and these passed my tastebud test. The cornbread I wasn't a fan of just because it gave me cake vibes. It was too sweet for me but my friends loved it. Overall 5 out of 5. I will be back because I was very satisfied. I believe our waitress name was Ms. OLIVE!! She is the BEST. read more

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Fraiche was a very good dining experience. The menu features upscale comfort food with catchy names, fusing multiple cuisines, but most notably southern American and French. The decor on the inside is contemporary urban, which lends to the casual atmosphere including the posture of the workers. The dining room is very dimly lit, making the urban artwork pop with even more drama. The service and clientele are not pretentious, however, the dining experience feels upscale. The menu is very approachable and many of the food items are recognizable. If you follow the executive chef's and his business partner's social media, you will be familiar with many of the food items like the garlic noodles and lamb chops, both of which are delicious. The execution on all of the menu items I ordered was very good and the food was delicious. Overall, a very good experience and I will visit again. read more

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Tried Fraîche for my sisters bday dinner. The decorations are nice however, this location to me still screams a little janky in areas being that it's small. All of us that ordered sodas had to send them back because they were flat. Service was fast and the server was very friendly, enjoyed all the drinks. Food was mid and overpriced in my opinion. But good for a first and last experience. I would go back for drinks and the garlic noodles my brother ordered. read more

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Me and my friends went here over the weekend for a birthday. The vibe is really nice. Service wasn't bad, but our drinks took a little while--got an espresso martini, spicy mezcal margarita, and a Long Island. I had the salmon risotto, but it was kinda salty, especially without the salmon. One of my friends had the pasta with short rib, and that was really good. Dessert? Nah, not it. Overall, cool spot for drinks and hanging out, but food was kinda hit or miss. read more

Fraîche - Creme Brûlée - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Loved the garlic noodles (although a little oily), same for the cornbread. Also tried the brussel sprouts, which initially were drowned in sauce & uneatable, once recooked with light sauce they were delicious! Street parking was findable & there are a few garages around. A tad overpriced, but an interesting menu which is worth experiencing if it's on your list. Standard service, auto gratuity is added to all checks which is a little aggressive for the assumed clientele. The space is seemingly a night lounge turned restaurant, but they've made it work. read more

Fraîche - Dinning area - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Excellent experience from customer service, food and atmosphere. Taesha was our waitress and she was full of positive, high energy and provided great recommendations. The oxtail meatballs are tasty, offering something different. The crab topped oysters were good but need more topping or oysters to be fulfilling. Salmon and risotta are good. Rockfish is phenomenal, well seasoned, crisp batter and moist meat. Brussels are well prepared. I recommend the description for the fingerling potatoes note truffle and parmesan topping for awareness and increased interest in the flavor profile. The bread pudding had a good flavor better than the average for fans of that dessert. We also appreciated the champagne provided for our celebration. Chef Robinson also took time to speak with all of the patrons that evening. read more

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I put this location off for a while because of personal reasons, but a friend of mine wanted to meet here and I decided to go. The parking is really crazy in this area and it's really hard to miss the door to get into this location on the night that I went they had a Dj who was spinning 90s in 2000s music and I love the vibe. I didn't really know what I wanted but the table beside me they had a lot of different food which looked good so I ended up getting the short ribs and pasta and I probably think about that dish once every week it was that good and I think I would Battle parking to have it again. The drink I ended up with was pretty basic because we ordered an item from their new drink menu which came in a bear glass and it just didn't taste like the flavors meshed well together. read more

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I went to Fraîche on Valentine's Day, and overall it was... okay. The atmosphere is fine, but I was expecting something a bit more upscale. In hindsight, the location should've told me it leans more loungey than luxe. To be fair, they do their best to present an elevated vibe, but it still feels like a lounge at heart. The hostess was very sweet, but our waiter really missed the mark on basic customer service. My husband was struggling to find parking, and the waiter immediately told me I only had 90 minutes--as if I was making up the fact that someone else was joining me. When my husband finally walked in and I asked about the 90‑minute rule again, suddenly the waiter acted like he had no idea what I was talking about. Service didn't improve from there. He never offered drink refills, never cleared empty glasses or bottles, and walked past us multiple times without checking in. My husband had to flag him down twice. I asked for sparkling water and never got it. Now, the food. Maybe we ordered the wrong thing, but we both got noodles--mine with short rib, his with crab. The short rib itself was bomb, and the noodles were good. I cook a lot, so I understood the flavor profile they were going for, but I was expecting a bit more depth. Still, it was decent. I don't think I'd come back for a fancy dinner or anything important, but I could see myself stopping by for brunch with friends or if I'm already in the neighborhood. Pricing felt fair--nothing outrageous. And honestly, I'm happy for the owner; I think he got his start on IG, and it's cool to see him doing his thing. read more

Fraîche - Short rib noodles - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

A gem in Columbia Heights! I've been seeing a lot of postings about this place so I decided to check it out for myself. Well, I'm sure glad that I did because the experience was magical! First, the staff were very friendly and accommodating and smiles were seen from the entrance all the way to my table. Shoutout to our waitress, Taesha! She was knowledgeable and offered excellent recommendations. Her service was great and she stayed on top of things to ensure that we were good. Next, I cannot get over the ambiance that this place offers. From the door to the bathroom, the artwork is beautiful and gives a bit of a speakeasy vibes. Have you seen the bar area? My picture doesn't do it justice but what a beautiful setup. Drinks: at the recommendation of Taesha, I ordered the vodka berry smash, this was my drink of choice after I told her that I didn't want anything too sweet. This drink was the right balance of tangy and tasty with a good serving of vodka. Very refreshing! Appetizers: the She Crab soup was not offered on the brunch menu, only dinner, but I was able to get an order in. Can I just take a moment of say that the chef is a culinary master! This soup was DIVINE! Infused with the right seasonings and topped with a generous amount of lump crab, the soup was a star on its own. 10 stars! Main brunch course: another recommendation, I ordered the short rib hash and my friend ordered the banana foster pancakes with a side of chicken sausage and tater tots. My friend loved her pancakes although they were no longer offering banana foster and instead offered berry pancakes-she was still pleased with the taste. My short rib hash was phenomenal! However, my only complaint was that there was too much fresh ginger in the potato hash, almost overpowering the intended flavor of the dish. Aside from that, I topped it with a scrambled egg which was prepared soft and buttery (topped with cheese). The short rib was marinated by the flavor gods themselves lol it was juicy, tender, and falling apart with every stroke of my fork. But the flavors...omg the flavors! I was swept away. No dessert, I was stuffed lol but thoroughly satisfied with my dining experience. Few things to know: They offer reservations online but a card is required (no charges applied if you show up) Parking is tough so consider share rides Tip is included This is the old location of Creole on 14th with one of the original owners being one of the owners of this new space. It's lively and the playlist was excellent Great for a date, family, friends, or coworkers you enjoy being around lol Overall, my experience was great and I'll be back to try dinner. read more

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The ambiance of this restaurant was nice! At times the DJ's music was a bit loud when trying to have a conversation. Our server was very helpful with recommendations but at times took awhile to come back to check on us. We all enjoyed our appetizers and main course. Our favorite appetizers were the macaroni and cheese and the sticky ribs! However, my lamb was a bit overcooked (I asked for medium rare). The drinks were very good and they were able to make a mocktail for my friend who does not drink. read more

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I'm baaaackkkkk! I apologize Yelp family! I had to take a little break from writing reviews, but never fear, I am back and ready to help you get insight into places I visit. The chef, Mr. Make It Happen is someone my husband follows on YouTube and I've certainly seen him on social media, so we were excited when we learned he opened a restaurant in DC. I made a reservation and my hubby, brother and I went here on 6/6/2025. We were seated right away in a nice looking restaurant playing hit after hit of 90s R&B. My hubby and brother ordered drinks, my hubby got a beer and my brother got a cocktail. We also put in appetizers while placing our drink order, we got the oxtail meatballs; Rich Friend, Broke Friend (Deviled Eggs) and wings. The food came out comically fast, we all joked that it must have been sitting in the back ready to go as the food came out rapidly fast, faster than the drinks. The oxtail meatballs were okay, nothing to write home about and they could have been hotter, the wings were also just okay, but the mumbo sauce we asked for on the side of them was delicious, the deviled eggs were quite good and sweet. For our entrees, we got a Caesar salad with salmon (me), golden gate noodles with short rib (my hubby) and gumbo (my brother). My salad was a nice size which I appreciated and the salmon was fine, my hubby REALLY liked the noodles and said they were perfectly al dente, the short rib was good, not great, my brother loved his gumbo, it had a lot of seafood and flavor. Our waitress was attentive and nice and overall we had a nice dinner experience, however it was an average experience, nothing to rave about, but no real complaints either. read more

Was I dragged to Fraîche with promises of delight and wonder? Yes! Was the promise fulfilled? No! And so my tail of woe begins. The vibes for Fraiche are definitely giving restaurant turned lounge with sparklers and buckets of Dusse on display for all to see. As soon as my party was sat I scoured the menu for the enchantment that I was promised (as apparently the chef and owner are Instagram famous) however I settled for the fried snapper (sans mumbo sauce). While waiting for my entree I sampled my sister's oxtail meatballs which were surprisingly good (4/5). The fried snapper, however only disappointed me. I was expecting a whole fried snapper but I received the fish equivalent of a "chicken nugget". The breading although light and airy had a particular flavor which I wasn't a fan of and I couldn't taste the fish. (0.5/5). The rice was also overcooked on top of that. I never had high hopes for the place so I ate some of the fish and the pickled veggies that came with it. My sister who ordered the same sent hers back immediately and got the baked chicken instead to which she said it was a (2/5). Long story short I doubt that I'll be back. read more

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Enjoyed a birthday celebration with a party of six. The restaurant atmosphere is subtile but chic and nicely decorated. All staff were friendly, helpful, and somewhat attentive. The food was a mixed bag. We started with the oxtail meatballs and they were everything right about this dining experience! We also started with the charbroiled oysters and they were slightly underwhelming to be honest. I was most excited about this dish and did not let the high price tag put me off. When they arrived, truthfully my face fell. They were the tiniest four oysters that ended up being about $6.50 each, and the pile of lobster and crab I was expecting to top it off was virtually non existent. They were however flavorful despite being an underwhelming size and presentation. Next were our dinners. We had an 11 year old with us and we decided on wings and truffle fries for her. She is a good eater but she only finished half her 6 wings and did not like the fries. Two of our party had the jambalaya and they both enjoyed their meals with no complaints. Two others had the salmon risotto and both agreed the salmon was a bit dry but the risotto was wonderful and full of flavor. I had the Cornish hen and although it was full of flavor (although a tad bit salty), it was pretty dry. The macaroni and cheese and the broccolini were wonderful. This can be a hot spot with the right adjustments. I probably won't frequent too much because I found the prices to be a bit too high for what was received. read more

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Ambiance 9/10 - music was good and wasn't playing to loud. The table set up is a little weird I'm wondering if they make the open space a dance floor at night. But other than that cute spot nothing spectacular Service 10/10- out server Armanden (I believe it was he was russian) was spectacular. He made suggestion, was very upbeat and friendly. He knew the menu and everyone around helped bring food and clear off our table was very friendly. We got seated quickly with no reservation. Food 10/10 - DC known for their seafood we went for it. My friend got the crab soup chile she couldn't stop eating she said it was so good. I got the fried oxtail balls and let me tell you BOMB.COM!! We shared the gumbo and crab cakes. The salad they had with the crab cakes was fire. The crab cakes were cooked well and had an amazing sauce with them and the gumbo was fire!!! It's not spicy bc neither of us like spicy but it was seasoned well and the roo it was in was perfect! They also had this like sweet cornbread in it whew chile I was smacking my lips hard! Definitely recommended and when I visit DC again this will be my first stop! read more

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This place is seriously so good! Everything I tried was very spot on, I had gotten the rum punch drunk which included Appleton rum which was super impressive and strong! The oxtail meatballs were highly recommended and they were very on point, the shredded oxtail was very good and the outside was so crispy! The gumbo was also super flavorful and loved the fried okra and cornbread. Everything came out super quickly and hot, I can't wait to come back! read more

Fraîche - Oxtail Meatballs - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Overall experience at Fraîche was just ok. I honestly can say that I was a bit underwhelmed; being that it is a French, Cajun/Southern American, and Caribbean inspired cuisine, I expected more. It's a melting pot of different cuisines! We started off with the Royal Wings and the Oxtail Meatballs. The wings were good, nothing too spectacular. I was not a fan of the Oxtail Meatballs; they were dry.The sauce did help, but not a fan favorite. Our main courses were the Butter-Kissed Lamb Chops and the Charm City Cakes. Both entrées lack seasoning and were a little dry. Lastly, note that 20% gratuity is automatically added to your bill. I did not like that considering our server was not the greatest and did not check-in with us. Overall, Fraîche is not a place that I am in dire need to try again. read more

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Great food! The music is a bit loud which isn't a bad thing it just depends on the vibes you are looking for and we went on a Sunday. Delicious breakfast & im interested enough to come back to check out their other menus. read more

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Service was great !!!!! We were a party of 8 . Gratuity is automatically added on all checks. We literally tried the entire menu . Charm city crab cakes were good , lamb chops were decent. Over all 7.8/10 . Banana bread pudding is the best dessert. Must try . Both charbroiled and raw oysters are good . Brussels are extremely sweet way too much glazed. It's like eating candied veggies. lol good aesthetically pleasing restaurant. $130 pp average if you you order an app , a cocktail, entree and gratuity. For reference. read more

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Fraiche replaced Creole on 14th... so if you remember the gnats.. they are still there. I came an hour before close but was greeted warmly, though i wasn't offered a table- only bar seating and there were only 2 other dining parties in there. Bartender Asia was cool and even offered suggestions when i mentioned i was just gonna do appetizers. Got the oxtail meatballs which were delicious with a good amount of oxtail inside. Came 3 in an order. Also enjoyed the charbroiled oysters- it was more crab than oyster cuz the oysters were small but im not complaining! 4 in an order. Gratuity is included in all checks, so my bill for 2 APPETIZERS was about $55. No drink just 2 apps. But thats dining in 2025 for you. No rush to return but great looking menu. Hope they can take care of the gnat infestation better than the old owners. read more

Fraîche - Oxtail meatballs - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Good addition to the DC food scene. Every dish we had was pretty good, especially the oxtail meatballs. The waiters were friendly & checked on us frequently. Overall it was a nice vibe. read more

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Finally made it here: been following Mr. Make it Happen for quite a while...and I wish I hadn't waited so long! I had a grand experience during my visit. For starters, it was my birthday and I simply called to confirm availability; and upon arrival, they had a table set up for me with a menu that said happy birthday! What a pleasant surprise. They clearly do their research here. The staff were super attentive and friendly. They made me feel like a celebrity lol. The restaurant itself has very dope and unique decor. The bar lighting is set at the right temperature with sufficient seating. The artistry on the walls is cool and not something you see in a restaurant typically, particularly one that has such elegant seating like this one. Loved it! It's also surprisingly spacious, given its location in Columbia heights. THE FOOD: DE-LICIOUS. Started off with the charbroiled oysters, cuz why the hell not (ode to the chef). They were very tasty, some of the better ones I've had in the area. Wish they were a tad larger, but I cannot complain. For the main course I had the lamb chops and the risotto. WOW to both. Each of these dishes were seasoned to perfection and I wouldn't change a thing. I've never had a more enjoyable risotto. It tasted like an elevated red beans and rice! I don't typically order dessert, but of course a complimentary one was sent out. This place knows how to treat folks on their birthday! I believe it was the macaroon cheesecake and it was delicious. I would definitely order it if I had a sweet tooth. Overall: AMAZING experience and I can't wait to go back and try more of the menu. Great job, chef! read more

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