French Bistro
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2 french bistro places in Washington DC we have eaten in, sorted by editor score. All cuisines in Washington DC | French Bistro across every city.

The neighborhood bistro, with its short menu and unfussy classics, has settled comfortably into DC's residential streets. Le Sel in Logan Circle works the modern, refined end of the form. Primrose in Brookland leans into the rustic charm of a true quartier bistro, with a leafy patio and a wine list to match.

Le Sel ★ 4.4

$$$Modern French BistroLogan Circle

Le Sel in Washington DC is the modern French bistro inside the Kimpton Banneker Hotel near Logan Circle on 16th Street, a Parisian-leaning room with a recent.

OrderThe cassoulet that won the authentic-category world award; the menu's editorial anchor.

TipBreakfast service from 07:00 daily is the hidden value; dinner books out a week ahead on Resy.

Primrose ★ 4.5

$$French bistro

Primrose (French bistro) in Washington Dc: The Saturday-and-Sunday 11:00-14:00 brunch is the calmer reservation; the dinner menu changes with the season.

TipThe Saturday-and-Sunday 11:00-14:00 brunch is the calmer reservation; the dinner menu changes with the season.

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