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Best French American Restaurants in Waterfront

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A photo of Central Michel Richard restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(7482)
$$$$
• French American • Penn Quarter
Booked 49 times today
Several of us had been to Central before, but it had been awhile. We were not disappointed. Food and service were great!
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4.6
Exceptional(617)
$$$$
• French American • Washington
Booked 64 times today
Excellent service! Great food! Gluten free items are marked, safe and staff is knowledgeable! We’l be back!!
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4.5
Awesome(2753)
$$$$
• French American • Downtown
Booked 30 times today
We sat outside and enjoyed the sun. The staff was very attentive. The food we ordered was delicious, especially the dessert.
A photo of Station 4 restaurant
4.1
Excellent(3927)
$$$$
• French American • Waterfront
Booked 19 times today
Great pre theater option, good menu choices. Service was professional and friendly. Our go-to place when we're in the area
A photo of Butterworth's restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(143)
$$$$
• French American • Capitol Hill
Booked 13 times today
Our second time here did not disappoint. Service was attentive, cocktail was adept, food was flavorful, ambience was Victorian. Definitely a keeper!
A photo of Minetta Tavern DC restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(131)
$$$$
• French American • NoMa
Booked 22 times today
Love the food and service here at Minetta. The food was delicious and the table was perfect for my mother and I.
A photo of Bonne Vie Cafe & Bistro restaurant
4.2
Awesome(105)
$$$$
• French American • Dupont Circle
Booked 17 times today
Good food during happy hour and the Jazz band on Wednesdays was amazing.
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4.7
Exceptional(1389)
$$$$
• French American • U Street Corridor
Booked 30 times today
Bresca is a 10/10 experience to anyone who dines with them! They were so welcoming and celebrated me and my husband’s anniversary perfectly. Wonderful food, drinks, and staff:) definitely will return again!
A photo of Maison Cheryl restaurant
4.5
Awesome(663)
$$$$
• French American • Arlington
Booked 9 times today
Neighborhood gem category. Went during restaurant week, package was an excellent value. Very accessible French style, food was thoughtfully prepared. Had good experiences here before, expect to again.
A photo of Bastille restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3405)
$$$$
• French American • Alexandria
Booked 13 times today
Bastille is our favorite place to go for special dinners. The food is always beyond delicious, the staff is very friendly, and the atmosphere is wonderful.

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  • RobertGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •108 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Always a great meal and service at Bastille last night. Dined with friends from out of town and they were thrilled. Great to show visitors how great the dining scene is in Old Town.
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    Bastille$$$$• French• Alexandria
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    4.7
  • KarinGold
    West Palm Beach •109 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We sat outside and enjoyed the sun. The staff was very attentive. The food we ordered was delicious, especially the dessert.
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    Cafe Du Parc$$$$• Contemporary French• Downtown
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    4.5
  • JeffGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •85 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 13, 2026
    Neighborhood gem category. Went during restaurant week, package was an excellent value. Very accessible French style, food was thoughtfully prepared. Had good experiences here before, expect to again.
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    Maison Cheryl$$$$• Contemporary French / American• Arlington
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    4.5
  • Lisa
    Washington, D.C. Area •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Sep 29, 2026
    We had an excellent experience for our party of 7 that was there for a celebration dinner on a weeknight. The food was delicious and the service was outstanding! The cornbread with maple butter appetizer and Braised Beef Risotto where both really good. The cocktails and made in-house desserts were enjoyed by all.
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    Green Pig Bistro$$$$• American• Arlington
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    4.1
  • AliciaGold
    Atlanta •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Sep 26, 2026
    Love the food and service here at Minetta. The food was delicious and the table was perfect for my mother and I.
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    Minetta Tavern DC$$$$• French American• NoMa
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    4.6
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