Devyn was amazing!!! 10/10 he recommended fabulous options and made our dessert dreams come true. read more

Fantastic environment. Wonderful service. Food is fabulous. Like the steak most. Also recommend salad read more

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

What a beautiful building!!! Disappointment! Why would you not sit a couple celebrating their 23rd anniversary at a table in the main atrium with the romantic light that would be appropriate for the day? We had our dinner among families with young kids and babies, who we love and adore, but not that day. About the food, tuna carpaccio was great, but the steak was not good. The place is called "Boucherie"... Our waiter, Daisy, was great!!! It is ok. If you want more than ok, don't come here. read more

La Grande Boucherie My husband, our son, and I celebrated Father's Day here with our son's godparents and their child, and this was easily one of the best dining experiences we've ever had. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed. The hostess immediately noticed that we had a stroller and escorted us to the elevator. We were honestly wondering how we were going to get up all those stairs with a stroller, so that thoughtful gesture meant a lot to us. It's the small things that set the tone for an exceptional experience. The scenery was absolutely beautiful, but what truly stood out was the experience itself. Everything was immaculate, elegant, and well maintained. This didn't feel like just another restaurant--it felt like a luxury experience from beginning to end. Our server, Amine, was nothing short of exceptional. He was knowledgeable, personable, and incredibly attentive. He knew the menu inside and out and guided us toward choices that truly enhanced our experience. He was polite, warm, funny, and had a way of making us feel like we had known him for years. By the end of the meal, he felt more like family than someone we had just met. He went far beyond our expectations and delivered hospitality at its finest. Giovanni, the sommelier, was equally impressive. He was friendly, helpful, and recommended some truly top-tier wines. I had the pleasure of trying a Bordeaux Blend, which had a beautiful balance--dry with subtle sweetness and incredibly smooth. It was an experience in itself. We ordered the Plateau du Boucher, a large-format selection of signature meats that included prime dry-aged New York strip, entrecôte, and beef tenderloin with house sauces and watercress. Everything was delicious and perfect for sharing. To end the meal, I had the crème brûlée, and it was absolutely perfect--soft, creamy, and rich with vanilla flavor without being overly sweet. It was the ideal ending to an incredible meal. I also had the pleasure of meeting one of the managers, Gabriella. She was beautiful inside and out, and I made sure to tell her how amazing the service and overall experience had been. This restaurant exceeded every expectation I had. The hospitality, attention to detail, food, wine, and atmosphere all came together to create a truly memorable Father's Day celebration. I will absolutely be back and will be telling all of my friends and family about this place. 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

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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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

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 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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Beautiful building and really lovely interior design. Very large and ornate space. The third floor looked particularly enticing with the overlook of the restaurant. Champagne mignonette was delightful. The oysters were poorly shucked with half not fully separated and most having broken shell. Bread service was nice, excellent butter with big flaky salt to add at your leisure. The big flaky salt was paramount to the rest of the meal... French onion soup and salad were both solid. Nothing to write home about but perfectly tasty. Seasoning was totally off on our mains. The fish was unbelievably bland, adding salt made it edible but still did not save it from lack of flavor. Ribeye was also underseasoned, although it was quite tender and had good crust. The grapefruit tart really missed the mark. All the bitter of the grapefruit is what the custard ended up being infused with, no delightful citrus flavor. Our waiter potentially had to many tables, as we rarely saw them and were not asked how the dishes were. Bussers did a good job, but even the check was a 15+ minute wait after having dessert. For the price point this is a one and done for us. read more

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

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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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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I came for happy hour drinks and food. I had the burger, which doesn't come with any sides but was pretty good. The side of fries was basic for $12. The happy hour drinks are pretty good for a decent price read more

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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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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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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I came here for a cherry blossom brunch. The food was great. The service was pretty decent. I love the decor. I only wonder why we couldn't be seated and 2nd floor. Overall I enjoyed my dining experience. read more

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La Grande Boucherie is one of those places I just can't stop going back to. I've been for their prix fixe lunch and that was such a win -- I had the French onion soup (so good) along with another course and everything was solid, comforting, and well done. I've also gone back for brunch with my girls, and brunch for me was a straight 10/10 experience. The food was great, the vibes were perfect, and our server was super nice and made the whole thing even better. I love the bottomless mimosa option, and the views at this place are honestly amazing. It's the perfect spot if you're looking for something romantic, cozy, and still a little elevated, especially with those views. Only downside is parking can be pretty hit or miss, but if I remember correctly, there's a garage close by which helps. Overall, great food, great drinks, great vibes -- definitely a go-to spot for me. 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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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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Beautiful decor inside the restaurant. I was disappointed with the escargot because it was really salty. I would recommend the steak and eggs, avocado toast and foie gras terrine along with their cherry blossom espresso martini. The cocktail may just be seasonal though. read more

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

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La Grande Boucherie is a beautiful restaurant with lots of history. Unfortunately, it ended up being a pretty average place. We came for an early lunch (we're sitting right away without a reservation) and got some oysters, escargot, lobster bisque and French onion soup. We were also served some bread with butter, which was delicious. Oysters were just ok (definitely not worth $4.50/piece), and I know sometimes they get served without a special fork if a purpose of you slurping them but it only works when they are fully pulled from the shell. It wasn't the case for all of them. The soups were good but lacking flavor. We had to ask for our waters to be refilled several times. Maybe it was an off day for them, but nothing stood out for me to want keep coming back. read more

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The only reason I didn't give 5 stars was because I didn't like the table assigned to my party it was right by the butchers or kitchen so a lot of running around with waiters in the background. I had my birthday here and honestly I enjoyed it from the food, drinks and service yeah lovely. I love how they surprise us with champagne on the house to celebrate and the waiter sang me a song. It was lovely i recommend them for celebrations or a date read more

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

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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Summary: worth it for Sunday brunch So Sunday morning I wake up and get a text inviting to brunch at La Grande Boucherie. I was intrigued so I said yes of course I get there and I discover that not only do they have valet parking, but the entrance is just absolutely beautiful. I go up the stairs (and it is handicapped accessible with an elevator to the right hand side of the restaurant entrance.) We order appetizers and we also order the French onion soup, which was delicious and tasty and we order french fries for the table and two other entrées not only were they delicious but we also discovered that the bar makes a fantastic bloody Mary. The food was delicious, but you areare Infor a treat with the decorations and the 1920 style decor and former bank environment this place looks like a blast to the 1920s past beautiful ceiling decoration and wood carving surround the main entrance and dining room and the ceilings must be 50 feet high Like I said, the food was delicious. It was correct. I have included pictures below. We were also treated to a very nice dining experience with Angel our server who was super kind and also gave us a little bit of history on the building. We enjoyed his presence as well. The biggest thing that you're gonna take away from this experience, besides how beautiful the environment is is how delicious the food was and how amazing the drinks are. I would definitely recommend this place. 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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Superb experience from start to finish! The ambience is lovely and transformative from the typical DC esthetic. The restaurant presents a French-style experience that lives up to standard. The food is fresh, of notable quality, and delightfully flavorful. Steak is the specialty at Le Grande Boucherie, so for those who typically enjoy red meat, you'll certainly want to indulge. I enjoyed a medium-cooked steak. Be mindful that medium-cooked steak has a red center and layers of pink towards the outermost layer. There is also an option to order caviar and other seafood items like oysters, which were equally as delicious. The espresso martini was rich, potent, and smooth-- I would say amongst my favorite it DC. I will say, although I truly enjoyed my meal, the fries were fried a bit too crisp for my liking. I'd recommend opting for the mash potatoes or brussel sprouts on a future visit. Each food option can be accompanied by a variety of exquisite wine choices to pair with your meal. The service is excellent. Staff are attentive, knowledgeable of menu items, and personable. I celebrated my sister's birthday here and she was gifted a signed coffee book with pictures of the restaurant--what a beautiful touch to a wonderful evening. I look forward to my next visit. I'll be back for another round of steak, oysters, and a fist bump of caviar! read more

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

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Try one of these restaurants has been on my list for a while and I finally had the chance to go tonight. I went with the classic New York strip and french fries. I ordered my steak, medium rare, and I would say that it came out on the more medium to medium well side and also within 10 min of ordering. It was not the way the steak was cooked that ended up bothering me, but how the piece of meat was very very fatty and not good quality. I enjoyed the fries but they needed a sauce. Service was fantastic and restraint is beautiful but this was not the steak meal I had expected. read more

La Grande Boucherie - New York Strip, Garlic Butter, Pommes - French Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Our welcome to the restaurant was mixed. The building is absolutely gorgeous and has a grandeur that's unparalleled in the area. Though the two hostesses were tied up with something and despite seeing me and noticing I was there, they couldn't be bothered to give a quick head-nod or acknowledgement. There was an awkward moment when they asked whether my "friend" had also arrived. The other person in my party, my husband, was right next to me. Minor things but a bit of clean-up in how to greet and welcome guests would be helpful in training. We were seated in the balcony area in the corner closest to the wall. It was a very very tight space and my husband felt a bit cramped until the table behind us finished their dinner. It's understandable that seating is as available, but there were plenty of seats in the main dining room that we weren't sure why we had to be seated in a very tight corner of all places. The food was absolutely delightful -- nothing to complain about. The server, however, was a little rough around the edges. It took a little bit of extra time to explain the specials but all in all, the food was cooked to perfection. The flaws in the evening were minor flaws in service. For example, there was a lack of follow up once we were done (minor things like saying good evening, etc.) and when we got a take-away bag for my husband's steak, they forgot to include the huge bit of sauce that was remaining, which was a big part of the taste factor. read more

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Grande Boucherie, how about the Grande Doucherie. Food was so so, never been to a French restaurant that couldn't make a decent sauce for your steak. Server was friendly but not Really helpful and REFUSED to provide two checks for a table of 4. Will not return. Many better French places in the DC area. read more

I've been wanting to try this spot during the holidays for a while, and even though the decorations weren't up yet, the interior was absolutely stunning! The space is gorgeous, and even the bar alone feels like a perfect place to stop in for a drink. When it comes to French food in DC, it's not my top favorite. I've had stronger dining experiences elsewhere, but the atmosphere definitely makes it worth a visit. The service was great, and you can still enjoy a solid meal while soaking in the beautiful setting. read more

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

The service was inauthentic and fake. Felt like I was in a tourist trap immediately upon being greeted by the server. The hard sell on the adjacent properties owned by the parent company was tacky. Our Sommelier tried to bait and switch the vintage and couldn't open our bottle properly. The building was amazing. It was an old Federal Bank with Art Deco design. which was impressive. The food didn't impress. The French onion soup was very tasty but the entrees lacked flavor. NY Strip was bland and the whitefish was just plain awful. No flavor. The biggest disappointment was the Crème Brûlée. A French restaurant should know how to properly prepare this dessert. They don't. Its custard was watery and the crust was soggy. read more

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