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La Bise, Washington, DC
Award-winning

La Bise

4.8
4.8
923 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 11 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
Welcome to La Bise, a modern, bright, and colorful 21st century French restaurant in the heart of Washington, DC. Just steps from the White House, patrons can enjoy our expanded outdoor patio, inviting bar, and an engaging, open-air kitchen with two distinctive dining room options. Enjoy our unique wine list of French and American varietals featuring both old and new world selections.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Contemporary French / American, French American
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 463-8700
  • Website
    http://www.labisedc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Tyler Stout
  • Private party facilities
    La Bise offers various private dining options which range from intimate private dinners to larger scale events, including cocktail receptions and office parties.
  • Private party contact
    Sophia Florendo-Stevens: (202) 463-8700
  • Location
    800 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20006
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    H & I
  • Parking details
  • Public transit
    Faragut West (Orange, Blue and Silver Lines); Farragut North (Red Line)
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

Premiers Plats

  • GougèresUS$10.00

    36-month aged Comté espuma

    • Chicken Liver Mousse CornetsUS$14.00

      feuille de brick, red currant

      • Cucumber-Buttermilk VichyssoiseUS$13.00

        potato, crème fraiche, dill

        • Summer Melon SaladUS$14.00

          smoked Cavaillon melon, charred watermelon, roasted heirloom tomatoes

          • Salade JardinièreUS$15.00

            local greens, pluots, fennel, feta, currant vinaigrette

            • Beef TartareUS$18.00

              egg yolk emulsion, locally foraged greens, variation of onion, French bread

              • Yellowtail Hamachi CrudoUS$19.00

                French radish, citrus, scallions, ginger caviar

                • Spanish OctopusUS$18.00

                  charred fennel, Kalamata olives, n'duja vinaigrette

                  • Hudson Valley Foie Gras TorchonUS$20.00

                    Sauternes sabayon, peach, pistachio granola, brioche

                    • Berkshire Pork BellyUS$18.00

                      maque-choux, sweet corn, puffed sorghum

                      Plats Principaux

                      • Parisian GnocchiUS$29.00

                        ratatouille, heirloom tomatoes, charred eggplant purée

                        • Mediterranean Sea BassUS$36.00

                          braised fennel, citrus, macadamia nuts

                          • Butter-Poached MonkfishUS$36.00

                            merguez sausage, variation of carrots

                            • Olive Oil Poached SalmonUS$32.00

                              freekeh, cauliflower, sauce mousseline

                              • Half Cornish Game Hen au VinaigreUS$30.00

                                Banyuls vinegar, rice pilaf, haricots verts

                                • Rohan DuckUS$38.00

                                  figs, confit leg pressé, olive-almond texture, potatoes mille-feuille

                                  • Beef Cheek BourguignonUS$36.00

                                    red wine, olive-oil whipped potatoes, bacon lardons, mushrooms

                                    • Steak au PoivreUS$37.00

                                      russet potato, local greens, green peppercorn sauce

                                      Petits Plats

                                      $10

                                      • Charred Broccoli

                                        • Foraged Wild Mushrooms

                                          • French Fries

                                            Last updated: 7 September 2022

                                            What 923 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
                                            • 4.7Food
                                            • 4.8Service
                                            • 4.7Ambience
                                            • 4.4Value

                                            Noise • Moderate

                                            Diners' Choice Awards

                                            • District of Columbia

                                              French

                                            Review summary

                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                            La Bise offers a sublime dining experience with "exceptional food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "superb flavor combinations" and "beautifully crafted" dishes. The ambiance is both elegant and comfortable, perfect for special occasions or a delightful meal. Many diners express a strong desire to return, highlighting its "stellar" qualities.

                                            3,297 Reviews

                                            1. Lisa

                                              Washington DC

                                              42 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              42 reviews

                                              Dined on 15 December 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              This was an amazing restaurant. The food and service was outstanding. Our party of four had the octopus and frites for appetizers. Our entrees were Alaskan black cod, veal sweetbreads and Branzino. I highly recommend and look forward to going back soon.

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                                            2. Susan

                                              Washington DC

                                              2 reviews

                                              4.0

                                              2 reviews

                                              Dined on 13 December 2024

                                              1. Overall 4
                                              2. Food 4
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Excellent and accommodating service from all staff

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                                            3. Jeffrey

                                              VIP

                                              Washington DC

                                              85 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              85 reviews

                                              Dined on 7 December 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              we had a lovely meal at La Bise last night. The food was delicious and that staff warm and efficient. La Bise is one of our absolute favorite restaurants in DC, actually, anywhere! We'll be back soon.

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                                            4. Jose

                                              Miami

                                              1 review

                                              5.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on 29 November 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Great service and extraordinary food, Fantastic, thank you

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                                            5. Jan

                                              Washington DC

                                              48 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              48 reviews

                                              Dined on 28 November 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Another delightful Thanksgiving dinner at La Bise. It was a toss-up as to which starter was better: the roasted leeks with sauce beurre blanc or the pate de foie gras. The mains, turkey roulade and steak frites, were their usual excellent offerings. And the desserts, pumpkin mousse pie and carrot cake were decadent endings. The staff was attentive and willing to substitute sorbet for dessert for one of our group who (wisely) realized he'd be too full to enjoy cake or pie. We'll have to find an opportunity to return before next Thanksgiving!

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                                            6. JoAnn

                                              Tampa

                                              4 reviews

                                              3.0

                                              4 reviews

                                              Dined on 28 November 2024

                                              1. Overall 3
                                              2. Food 3
                                              3. Service 4
                                              4. Ambience 4
                                              Mediocre overall for $80/person Thanksgiving 3 course meal. Probably won’t be back as there are others with better food and value overall.

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                                            7. Pietro

                                              Washington DC

                                              145 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              145 reviews

                                              Dined on 28 November 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Fantastic meal and service as per the usual at La Bise. Friendly and highly professional service along with beautifully crafted food. Without doubt, one of D.C.’s best restaurants.

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                                            8. Stephen

                                              Washington DC

                                              1 review

                                              4.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on 28 November 2024

                                              1. Overall 4
                                              2. Food 4
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Service was excellent,food both taste and presentation was very good, especially the appetizers. A little overpriced.

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                                            9. Tim

                                              Richmond

                                              19 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              19 reviews

                                              Dined on 28 November 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 4
                                              Wonderful experience for Thanksgiving dinner 2024.

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                                            10. Arthur

                                              Washington DC

                                              107 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              107 reviews

                                              Dined on 28 November 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Everything was superb. The food was great. The staff is very welcoming. The ambience is relaxing.

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                                            FAQs

                                            La Bise offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 463-8700.

                                            La Bise is rated 4.8 stars by 923 OpenTable diners.

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

                                            Make a booking

                                            2 people
                                            19:00
                                            Booked 11 times today

                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                            Google Map for La Bise

                                            800 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20006

                                            Additional information

                                            • Award-winning
                                              1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
                                            • Cross Street
                                              H & I
                                            • Area
                                              Downtown
                                            • Hours of Operation
                                              Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                            • Price
                                              $31 to $50
                                            • Cuisines
                                              French, Contemporary French / American, French American
                                            • Dining style
                                              Casual Elegant
                                            • Dress code
                                              Business Casual
                                            • Parking details
                                            • Public transit
                                              Faragut West (Orange, Blue and Silver Lines); Farragut North (Red Line)
                                            • Payment Options
                                              AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                            • Executive Chef
                                              Tyler Stout
                                            • Additional
                                              Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
                                            • Website
                                              http://www.labisedc.com/
                                            • Phone number
                                              (202) 463-8700
                                            • Private party facilities
                                              La Bise offers various private dining options which range from intimate private dinners to larger scale events, including cocktail receptions and office parties.
                                            • Private party contact
                                              Sophia Florendo-Stevens: (202) 463-8700
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