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La Chaumiere, Washington, DC

La Chaumiere

4.8
4.8
4948 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 31 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
La Chaumière is as close as it gets to dining in a French country inn. Celebrating 48 years, La Chaumière features traditional dishes like escargots en coquille, boudin blanc, quenelles of pike, cassoulet and Grand Marnier souffle. Chef Javier's specials reflect a modern approach to seasonal produce, seafood and game with favorites like baked oysters, Dover sole and our speciality, housemate Boudin Blanc. La Chaumière has won the 100 Best Restaurants award 29 times since 1978! We will be serving Al fresco as soon as the weather permits, please reserve, outdoor space is limited. Parking is available at the Four Seasons Hotel for $30 with validation stamp.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Contemporary French
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Javier Rincon
  • Private party facilities
    Two private rooms: Terrace/front room seats up to 15 guests, and upstairs/2nd floor seats up to 40 guests. Customized menus available upon request.
  • Area
    Georgetown
  • Cross Street
    28th St. NW
  • Parking details
    Street parking. We offer valet parking at the Four Seasons Hotel for $30 when you bring your valet check to us at your lunch or dinner.
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace

What 4,948 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    French

  • District of Columbia

    Great for fine wines

  • District of Columbia

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Chaumiere, a Georgetown gem, delights with "classic French dishes made to perfection." Renowned for "impeccable service" and "delicious food," this long-standing favorite offers a cozy ambiance with a central fireplace. While it can be "crowded and noisy" at peak times, the "authentic French cuisine" and "professional staff" ensure a memorable dining experience.
4,948 Reviews
  1. Michael

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the top dining experience of our visit to the area. An authentic French cottage feel. The onion soup and soufflé were a great way to start the dinner. The rack of lamb and steak were fantastic portions, presentation, and flavor profile. A traditional French cooking feel. The apple tart and soufflé for dessert were on point. Very satisfying meal, great service, and very memorable. Don’t skip out on this place.

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  2. Henry VIP

    Dallas2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Hard to believe this restaurant is Michelin recognized. Food was only good but the service was not. We were seated on the patio which was great but they misordered for us and forgot to bring our salad first and brought the entree and rather than accept the mistake and create another order they pushed us to take the entree and then in the middle the entree they brought the salad. Timing was terrible. We did order desert and they never comped it or took anything off the bill for their foul up or even give us an apology. Sorry but for those kind of prices and service we won’t be back.

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  3. Ellen

    Denver20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fantastic experience. This restaurant has been around for almost 50 years, but I had never been there. The food was fantastic. The desserts are really special as well. Our server, was also great with suggestions and providing us all we needed in terms of food suggestions and service.

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  4. William VIP

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always friendly and helpful wait staff, consistently for at least 35 years now. And always wonderful dishes. The traditional environment is a welcome relief from current trends.

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  5. Randi

    Orlando17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second visit, and just as wonderful as the first visit in 2018. The Ris De Veau was fabulous and the Grand Marnier soufflé for dessert was so delicious and amazing.

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  6. Andre

    Washington DC11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and service was beyond compare but the first floor was cramped and some of the dinner guests were a little loud.

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  7. Sandy

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacular food and service. A bit crowded, but I see why!

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  8. John VIP

    Philadelphia7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding as always. The best french restaurant in the East! Escargot’s are always done properly and the top of the list. J wick

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  9. John VIP

    New York City123 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been going there since the 1970s! It has been remarkably consistent and good. Great wait staff and menu variety. Amazing how a restaurant can remain so good for so long!

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  10. Alina

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was impeccable and the food was exceptionally good!

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FAQs

La Chaumiere offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 338-1784.

La Chaumiere is rated 4.8 stars by 4948 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 31 times today
Google Map for La Chaumiere

2813 M Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20007

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    28th St. NW
  • Area
    Georgetown
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Contemporary French
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking. We offer valet parking at the Four Seasons Hotel for $30 when you bring your valet check to us at your lunch or dinner.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Javier Rincon
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Two private rooms: Terrace/front room seats up to 15 guests, and upstairs/2nd floor seats up to 40 guests. Customized menus available upon request.
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