Nestled in the heart of Georgetown, this trendy bistro dazzles with its seasonal French menu, inviting ambiance, and exquisite desserts that leave a lasting impression.
"Georgetown’s acclaimed neo-bistro from the Popal family and chefs Matt Conroy and Isabel Coss integrates caviar into a $125-per-person menu stretching four-courses long (plus some surprises sprinkled in). Guests can opt for a $70 wine pairing assembled by general manager Elizabeth Parker and advanced sommelier Chris Ray. The tasting menu always comes with the housemade sourdough and cultured butter, stamped with the Lutèce insignia. Reservations are on Resy." - Tierney Plumb, Emily Venezky
"Part of Shamim Popal's restaurant group in Washington, D.C., offering a unique dining experience." - Nancy DePalma
"Parisian gnocchi and grilled octopus are among the seasonally rotating, “neo-bistro” dishes available at this hip reboot of Georgetown classic Cafe Bonaparte. Go a la carte or opt for chef Matt Conroy’s tasting menu ($125 per person, with wine pairings for $70 more), which includes five courses and a view of the kitchen. Highlights include bluefin tuna with blood orange, buttermilk, and Fresno chili, or Parisian gnocchi with cauliflower, crispy shallots, and preserved orange." - Tierney Plumb, Missy Frederick, Emily Venezky
"Georgetown’s popular Parisian bistro Lutèce offers a wine subscription box with a surprise theme each month that included “Tectonic Palate Shifts” and “Zombie Wine” this fall." - Adele Chapin
"The French neo-bistro in Georgetown celebrates Beaujolais Day on Thursday, November 21 all the way through Monday, November 25. Advanced sommelier Chris Ray will be pouring 2024 Pierre-Marie Chermette, Beaujolais Nouveau from large-format magnums, for $14 a glass. Come for the wine, but stay for an array of sweet and savory meals that pair well with the tasting notes." - Vinciane Ngomsi, Tierney Plumb