Would've received 4 stars if it weren't for two issues: 1. Rice pilaf from the Duck Breast entree tasted more like Minute Rice/pre-seasoned boxed rice, but the duck was very good. 2. Service was slow. read more

Ughhhhh the food was stale, kinda gross, and definitely reheated. We had the escargot to start, the lamb chops, the steak and frites, and finally shared the chocolate mousse. The escargot came shelled with some very strange confit. The initial taste was ok but the texture and the rancid after taste got us bad. The bread was definitely day after like texture. The steak was bland and the fries were cardboard like and seemed warmed up for sure. Nothing fresh at all. The lamb was stinky and not well seasoned at all. It was warmed up rather than cooked on the spot. The mousse was actually not bad but I could've made this at home, hands down, the most basic chocolate mousse I've ever had. We will NOT be coming back, even though the service was pretty good. read more

We went for happy hour tonight. The service was a bit slow at the bar. We ordered drinks and our food. Both took time, tbe bartender seemed a bit overwhelmed dealing with tbe restuarant and the bar. We ordered the bar menu mussels. They were very good but for $22 a small portion and no frites. We ordered frites in the side which was an additional $10. The main menu mussels were $24 with frites. Though the food was and drinks were good everything was very pricey. We had to have the bill redone because they neglected to take the happy hour discounts. At that no discounts in the drinks. A gin and tonic with a named gin was $18 each. Cosmo was $20. We would love to make this a regular place but mussels, frites and four drinks at happy hour for $125 is way out of line and we will be seeking other venues. read more

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Welcoming, unpretentious French cuisine. Front and back of the house work really well together. Food was pricy albeit the quality was on par with "nicer" restaurants which was really satisfying. Overall, a great experience and I would come back! Came here on a Saturday night for my birthday dinner - it was busy but not crowded, and everyone who walked through the door was able to be seated immediately. I appreciated the live music (a pianist) which added to the ambiance. Dress code was surprisingly casual given the price point (most men in some sort of walking shoe and collared short sleeve shirt, women in casual dresses and slides or sandals; a few in jeans and tee shirts) but the establishment didn't seem to mind. If you're gluten-free, you'll be pleased to know they have a gluten free menu and were able to make an accommodation for me on a dish that wasn't listed as gluten free. Thank you! We were treated to complimentary bread with honey butter and slices of fresh tomato with balsamic shortly after being seated. Hubs and I split a scallop starter (the best dish of the evening!). We also ordered the Bearcy steak and steak au poivre. The sides (garlic spinach and sliced potatoes) on the steak au poivre outshone the steak unfortunately, but I enjoyed the overall dish... the bearcy was beautifully done. We finished with a bread pudding (my husband found it underwhelming) and the chocolate mousse (which was excellent). Pre-tip bill for two was $140. We don't normally spend this much on a meal outside of birthdays, but I'd definitely come back for brunch or lunch. Thank you for a great evening, Laperaux team! read more

Amongst all the French restaurants in DC, as well as a lot of the French restaurants in France, Laperaux stands easily as one of my top five. The food is both exciting and technically perfect, and you can easily pick apart each ingredient in the sauces. The steak and the duck were beautifully tender and aromatic, but still with a crispy edge. The sauce for with the Coquilles Saint-Jacques was both creamy and light, with a herbal hint of parsley. The chocolate terrine is wonderful. This place is so good I almost dont want to recommend it to my friends, lest it gets too crowded. But if you do find yourself there, I strongly recommend the duck breast and the chocolate terrine. read more

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Went to Laperaux on a Tuesday night to celebrate a birthday. Of course it's a slow night for dining out. I am impressed with the location that is right beside a small garden so the patio dining would offer a calm beautiful view and setting. The menu is impressive with lots of popularly known French dishes. More impressive is that the dishes are reasonably priced with Plats du Jour and Gourmets Under 10 options. Wines are on the more expensive side but good. We ordered the escargot, cassoulet, and steak au poivre. Steak was over done although we ordered medium rare. However it was still very tasty. Cassoulet has lamb, duck and pork - good. The chocolate mousse was outstanding. The tables for two people seemed a bit too small so we asked to sit at a table for 4 people. Servers are friendly and helpful. Suitable for families. Easy parking. Nice to have decent French food options in MoCo that will not burn a hole in your wallet. read more

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So I hear about this new fantastic French place in Germantown. Wow! Cool! Interested and right in my back yard! Friends take me there for my birthday. Great reviews. Excited. It was packed. Good sign. Got a great drink, Jacqueline. Yum. I want the recipe. Our server was super friendly and professional. Unfortunately, she hadn't practiced much wine opening. We watched her struggle. She must have been sweating, I know I would have been! Luckily, the patron who ordered the wine offered to show her how to open it. The food was presented beautifully. Crème brûlée was delish. Rice pilaf good. My steak au poivre definitely had the peppercorn flavor. Mussels were ok, we just didn't care for the sauce. The rest? B.L.A.N.D. Dijon chicken, no Dijon bite to that sauce. Ribbon pasta had a nice creamy sauce with no flavor. The broccoli was overcooked and god awful - what was it sautéed in? My steak, supposed to be medium was medium rare to rare and charred on the outside with flakes of black char to eat through (or cut off). I know what a steak is supposed to look like, I'd been in food service for 35 years with a few years' experience in a semi-upscale local restaurant. Pommes pureé we're ... gluey? The chef was standing right there at the pick-up, did he inspect each plate as it went out? He should have, god forbid if he did. I'm sure he's out his heart & soul into his place so I feel bad writing this review, but it was just ... not good. Maybe it was a bad night but I won't be back, sadly. read more

Loved this place, we will be back. I have food allergies and the chef came and spoke to me prior to cooking. Great service, great food! read more

Laperaux Bistro - French Near Me - Germantown, Maryland

Do not be fooled by the pictures. This place is a classic bait and switch. This place also does not serve "French" food. TLDR; you'll get automatically charged 20% gratuity for subpar, falsely characterized food. We arrived without a reservation to an empty restaurant... and proceeded to be walked through the dining room... to the bar in the back where we found the chef was washing down his sorrows. While the bartender was quick to take our order (and the chef was quick to return to the kitchen), that was probably the best part of the overall experience. Bread for the table was a single baguette end that was clearly fresh out the microwave. Mussels were bland and cooked in a strange Cajun-esque broth. "Frites" were oily and soggy. When entrees arrived... let's just say presentation outshined the quality of the food. My beef tenderloin was really just a corner of a steak. No sauce. What was supposed to be a dead center medium preparation was basically still walking on my plate. Sure, we got all 3 colors of carrots... but you would have learned to peel the carrots in cooking school. Looking for a casual night out or fine French cuisine? Look elsewhere. Plenty of good food in Montgomery county. Do not waste your dollars here. read more

Laperaux Bistro - "Medium" beef tenderloin - French Near Me - Germantown, Maryland

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We will be going back, so don't get disappointed by 4 stars. Let's get into why it isn't 5. The wine and champagne were perfect, my bourbon drink had too much vermouth. The starters were good, the escargot would have had a bit more flavor. French onion soup was good, but not complex. The entrees (steak frites and muscles) were perfect and absolutely the highlight of the meal. Desert was good, but not great. The restaurant is in a strip mall, but they have done a magnificent job of making you feel as if you are in a small bistro. Staff was very knowledgeable and kind, plus hearing the piano was great! Over all a 4 out 5, somethings could have been just a bit better, all things were good or great. Definitely worth a visit read more

Laperaux Bistro - Current menu - French Near Me - Germantown, Maryland

I'm one to never complain or write reviews on restaurants, but just had my worst experience ever at a place we have previously enjoyed numerous times. Service was extremely slow and two of my kids' meals got delivered to the wrong table and after waiting over 1.5 hours for our main dishes were told that they were out of the food they ordered. Not even that busy in the place but they have too many hands on deck running food and not keeping track of where they should be going. Three other tables got sat, fed and left before we even got our check. The did reduce some of the check but the overall displeasure I have has me angered for someone who otherwise doesn't let things like this bother me. Will 100% rethink ever visiting Laperaux in the future. We were there for 2.5 hours before getting our check. read more

So Laperaux opened very recently (the corner restaurant in that particular shopping center has changed, the first time we went to the physical location, it was an OK BBQ). Many years ago, I was a head cook in a French restaurant, so I am fond of the food! (my first exposure to French Food in Paris was when I was 11)! Overall the food was spot on. The Steak Frites were perfect, and of course, my favorite (yes, the steak) was MR, and it had a wonderful flavor! Overall, a good place and exciting when the weather is warmer; they have Parisan-style outdoor cafe eating. read more

I took a friend along last night and everthing was perfect. It was quieter than normal which I feel was due to the freezing temps outside. This is my 4th time back and def not my last. Our waiters name was Arnold. He had taken good care of us the last time so I requested him again. He has a much more classy way of presenting himself than most wait staff in a Restaurant. We started with a salad and also a beet salad which was phenominal!!! We both ordered Steak Poivre with with Cognac Sauce and sauteed potatoes and spinach. They were cooked to perfection!!! We also had Cammembert in pastry. You just have to do this!!!!! killer!!!! For dessert we chose Profiteroles. Delicious.. We had a nice bottle of red wine named Domaine De Cristia. Did I mention that Thursday is half price bottle of Wine Night ? Chef Gregory kindly checks in on each table and thanks everyone as well. He is trying his very best for sure. Try it!!!! im sure you will be happy. read more

If I could give it a -1 I would. I waited 2hrs for my food and it still did not arrive. I was being told my food is coming for 1.5 hrs but nothing came. The waiter came to ask me what I ordered when I had already been waiting for an hour. All the while just sat there with no food and without my order even being worked on and minimal updates. As I'm typing it's been 2hrs with no sign of my food. I eventually asked for it to-go because all my friends were done eating (they only got their food slightly earlier). This is absolutely terrible service and would never recommend anyone to come here. read more

Wonderful neighborhood gem. The chef/owner has put his heart into everything. Definitely support this place.

I normally don't write reviews but this one was needed. Me and my wife have been to this restaurant several times since it first opened. Tonight unfortunately, will be the last. It's unfortunate because my wife really enjoys the escargot. I made dinner reservations for tonight and was seated on time (great start). The room was only a quarter full so not super busy. We were seated and started to review the menu. 25 mins went by and nobody has come by to greet us. I got the attention of the waiter responsible for the table next to us and asked if he was our waiter. He said no, and also had no clue who was responsible for our table. By this point me and my wife were fed up. So we got up and left, it wasn't worth it by that point. Makes me wonder how long we would have been sitting there if I didn't speak up about it. read more

We had a wonderful Father's Day Eve dinner here with our 6 year old. Everything was delicious. My son inhaled his cheeseburger kids meal with truffle fries. I like that the kid options were not just typical kid pleasers but also had beef bourguignon etc which my kid would eat too. He also enjoyed my husband's french onion soup and my shrimp bisque as did we! The beet salad with goat cheese was delicious and the warm bread met all the expectations of a bread basket worth the carbs at a french restaurant. My husband devoured the duck confit and I really enjoyed my ratatouille and the green salad that accompanied it which was perfectly dressed - I forgot to ask for it lightly dressed but they do it right so it's drowning. My husband enjoyed his Between the Sheets cocktail and I liked my three citrus lemonade. We enjoyed the profiteroles for dessert. The ambience was very nice with a pianist playing music at a normal volume - it was perfect. It was a nice mix of families and date nights at 7 pm. Parking is easy and plentiful and it was definitely worth the 30 minute drive to Germantown for us. The reverse 30 Minute drive to Le Diplomate would just not be our scene with a kid in tow. Also our waiter Miguel was very attentive and kind, our water was always filled, and the Chef came by all the tables to check in and have a chat. Very warm and welcoming. And the bathrooms were clean and well maintained - always a comforting sign!! It was just a wonderful experience and there are so many things on the menu we want to still try. We will be back!! read more

I really wanted to like Laperaux after the collection of positive initial reviews. However, during our visit we experienced what some others have, which was slowness and confusion about our orders. We ordered main dishes, but one was not recorded correctly, and ended up coming a LONG time later -- we're talking about 30+ minutes if not more. I hope things can improve and the quality of the dishes improves. read more

A wonderful restaurant with a beautiful interior, wonderful service and most importantly delicious food and cocktails! I love it! read more

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The food was amazing! Chef Greg and his team provided outstanding service. The Restaurant itself was so pretty inside. You did not feel you were in the suburbs. read more

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Excellent service accompanied by delicious food. We stopped by for happy hour and got the steak frittes, grilled octopus, and Camembert in pastry. I can't think of any place close by that we can find this quality and style of food. And the bread is so delicious! Only thing missing is Pinot Grigio ( yes I know it is a French restaurant) and beers on tap. The rose was a good substitute! read more

Laperaux Bistro - Rose and French bread - French Near Me - Germantown, Maryland

We went for the first time on Valentine's Day, with the prefix menu. The evening started with the host stand describing amuse bouche as "a little snack". With a near empty house, they sat us near the bar, by the tacky $60 metal wine rack as filled it, and discussed pairings and stock. The wait staff loudly talking wine and stocking the rack while we tried to get settled was very distracting, and killed the atmosphere. The soup came out (luke warm, but good) before the amuse bouche. The overall pace of meal felt rushed, esp for a restaurant advertising (and charging) as fine dining. One course was cleared at the same time as the next was served. The risotto (not French) was mushy molded rice - not a risotto at all. Light on the seafood. Micro greens were everywhere. Beef Wellington meat was fantastic. Asparagus was bland, and the sauce all over the plate did a number on the pastry. Dessert was the best part of the meal, save the company of my wife. The bar was playing the food Network, pioneer women's cooking show. This was twice as amusing because of everything else. The one star is largely because this is supposed to be fine French dining, and at $360 - we didn't even have a manager come check on the experience. Many seem to enjoy this restaurant, our journeys will likely never venture this way again. read more

The ambience and food were wonderful. Gregory, the owner/operator and head chef was very welcoming and a wonderful host. The whole staff was great as well. This is by far the closest to fine dining in Germantown and a great place for a date night. read more

The food is excellent, as is the service. There's an exceptional selection of French wine and cocktails. Louie's Bar is a cozy space for a more quiet dining experience and the main dining room has live piano on the weekend. The patio is great and can be used during inclimate weather. There is a fantastic Gluten Free menu as well as a Kids Menu, for those who have little ones or special dietary restrictions; most dishes can be modified to fit specialized needs. This venue is absolutely deserving of the Best Restaurant in Germantown it received from the Chamber of Commerce. 5/5 read more

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Great place to visit anytime I'm back in Maryland & visiting some friends in Germantown. I love the food here and it's a higher quality place to dine at than anything else around here read more

Prob more of a 4.5 but not a 4 either. New restaurant in the area. Got to give them credit for trying this in this location. Very nice set up with open kitchen and nice dining room. Everyone enjoyed their dishes. Food was very good and prepared perfectly. Will return again. The bar looks like it has potential too. Only small negative was the server seemed inexperienced but I get it's tough hiring now a days. The web menu isn't updated fyi and the menu in house seems tweaked in a good way. Ignore the negative reviews and try it. read more

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Great place looking forward to more good memories. Gregory is an amazing chef, and appreciates all of his customers!

Menu is varied, well prepared and service good. Venue is a bit unusual with two levels, but not a distraction. Outdoor dining should be appealing in good weather...and is covered. Parking can be a problem as it is shared by many other retail stores. read more

Most amazing experience! What great gem of Germantown. You will not be disappointed. Scallops are to die for, melt in your mouth garlic wine butter with shallots. Next up cheese progressions with the bubbly rose, a French 75 made perfectly, not sweet at all fresh squeezed lemon and I ate the lemon rine! Yummy. For dinner the chicken scallopine, which was a perfect combination of homemade pasta and chicken breast with mushrooms and herbs also in a garlic butter wine sauce. I also tried the charred octopus which was delightful and perfectly balanced with the creamy and savory red pepper rouille sauce. Dessert to get: Profiteroles rich pastry cream, chocolate ganache, candied hazelnut crumble Omfg!!!! It's like a beignet with ice cream in it and French chocolate drizzle Cannot leave without trying both Baileys salted caramel expresso and French martinis. I couldn't decide which one was better. It's all about the timing, both are perfect for one time or another. MUST GO!! read more

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The food is home cooked French and above average but service was atrocious. I'm sure our waitress is blind and deaf as I waved my arms like I was hailing a taxi and shouted "excuse me" several times to 1. Take our drink order 2. Bring our drinks in less than 15 minutes 3. Actually take our food order and 4. Deliver our food which finally arrived pretty much all at once. There were only 3 table seated in the rear room at 6:30 on a Friday so it wasn't swamped with people.Escargot were good, served with a flavorful broth instead of the usual oily, garlicky blobs and the French Onion Soup was equally fresh and NOT the usual metallic tasting slop from a can of burnt onions. Trout, scallops and burger were meh, good but not great. The piano player was a nice touch but a surprisingly sparse wine list. The poor service and less than impressive food will prevent a second visit. And they automatically added a 20% tip hidden in the check. WTF!!! I'll decide whether you're worth 20% or not. read more

The food was mediocre at best. I had a beef fillet that had lots of fat and gristle. Others in our party were also very disappointed in their selections . We chose different items from the menu to get a comprehensive idea of the food. Because of the main courses were so poor we didn't bother with any desserts. Staff was undertrained: service was slow and spotty. Atmosphere was ruined by poor acoustics: open kitchen, piano player and no sound baffles in the ceiling; all made conversation impossible. Overall a disappointing evening from a place with a highly rated chief and an award as one the best in Germantown. read more

Went there for my wife's 70th birthday last night and ordered the Steak Frites. The steak was full of gristle and the frites were completely soggy. Most likely the were left overs from lunch. Will not be going back. Way too pricey for such poor quality. read more

We enjoyed a delicious dinner at Laperaux. Looking for a French Restaurant? There is a new one in Germantown! All entrees come with salad. Delicious from start to finish. We shared French Onion soup and escargot. For dinner we had Coq Au Von (dinner for two) with green beans. Great staff. The waiter Spencer was so attentive and always close by if we needed anything. Wishing Greg Webb, Owner & Managing Partner much success. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Omg. I love this place. Best French onion soup ever. If I could eat more, I'd order another one. Perfect broth. omg. you have to try everything. I wish I had a second belly to try everything. read more

The beef bourguignon was delicious. I made my order through the online feature and it said roughly 40 minutes until ready. I arrived about 40 minutes later and found that my order was not acknowledged by the restaurant through their online system. I was told it would be about 5-7 minutes for my order to be done. I watched the cook prepare everything since the kitchen is very visible from the entryway. The host apologized and explained that they're still working through some issues with the online order feature. I appreciated the explanation and the tone in which he said it all. About 7 minutes later I had my food and was out the door. I will give them another try and if I do use the online order feature, I'll be sure to phone ahead as well. read more

Worst restaurant ever, the owner chef Greg is horrible rude and is not attentive to customers at all. Owner does not pay his employee's on time and I had to file with the MD dept of labor to get my last paycheck (I have the grievance form as evidence.) many other coworkers experienced the same if not worse verbal abuse and refusal to pay last paycheck. The food is bland, boring and tasteless. All the dishes are over $30-40 and none of it is worth the money. The ambiance is ugly decorated with tasteless TJ-maxx paintings and in an ugly rundown shopping center. Save yourself the trouble and NEVER go here. Sincerely, an ex-employee. read more

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Initial impressions were bleak. The receptionist was maybe 14 years old, and it was obvious he would rather be doing anything else than seating customers. Our waiter was great, and the owner stopped by the table to greet us. We ordered steaks, which were tough and gristly. The noise level was bearable until the piano player began his jazz accompaniment to taped music. We could not hear each other talk. Overall impressions were: Food was way overpriced, and of mediocre quality Restaurant noise level was loud because of the adjacent open-air kitchen and piano I will not return. read more

Great restaurant in a strip mall! What it may lack in elegance, it makes up for in character and (more importantly) good food. The staff AND the chef are attentive and engaging. Great meal. Eager to go back. read more

Delicious food. Very pleasant service including the chef/owners family helping out in the restaurant. Will definitely return. read more

I was there about 2 months ago and me and hubby just wanted something small to eat and I was very satisfied and he loved the steamed mussels I wish this restaurant was closer to me I love the atmosphere the way the restaurant was set up and very pleasant customer service read more