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La Chaumiere
La Chaumiere

La Chaumiere Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Elegant
  • Website: http://www.lachaumieredc.com
  • Email: martin@lachaumieredc.com
  • Phone: (202) 338-1784
  • Hours of Operation: Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am – 2:30pm; Dinner: Monday – Saturday: 5:30pm –10:30pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: French
  • Executive Chef: Patrick Orange
  • Dress Code: Business Casual
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Fireplace, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Wheelchair Access
  • Affiliations: Dine Originals - Member Restaurants
  • Private Party Facilities: Two private rooms: Terrace/front room seats up to 14 guests, and upstairs/2nd floor seats up to 40 guests. Customized menus available upon request.
  • Private Party Contact: Martin Lumet (202) 338-1784

Getting there

  • Parking: Street Parking
  • Parking Details: Street parking or public lot. For dinner, for $8.00, 2 hours of validated parking at Four Seasons Hotel.
A word from La Chaumiere
La Chaumiere is as close as it gets to dining in a French country inn. Now entering its 37th year, La Chaumiere features traditional dishes like escargots en coquille, boudin blanc, quenelles of pike, cassoulet and Grand Marnier souffle. Chef Patrick's specials reflect a modern approach to seasonal… produce, seafood and game with favorites like baked oysters, Dover sole and rabbit. La Chaumiere has won the "100 Best Restaurants" award 29 times since 1978!Continued
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  • Diners' Choice WinnerFrench
Diner Reviews
  • "la chaumiere is one of our favorites. all around pleasant atmosphere, great food, nice service and a willingness to do things that others won't like soufflés."
    Dined on 3/11/2014
  • "We went there before the Opera and the ambience was perfect. The food was good but the server spilled a hot dish of gravy down my dates back. It was all over his shirt and jacket. We don't get out for "date night" that often and this really put a damper on our evening. While they offered to pay for his dry cleaning it didn't really help matters since we were heading to the Opera. It is a hassle to have them reimburse us for the dry cleaning so we won't take them up on that offer and there was no offer to discount the dinner which might have been the easiest way to handle the situation. Not impressed."
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "I know La Chaumiere has been at this Georgetown location for many years, but it don't remember eating there. I cannot say enough good things about the restaurant! It was a memorable experience in every respect. I had the quenelle appetizer which is to die for and my husband had delicious baked oysters. I don't like calves liver, but I tasted my husband's main course and found the liver to be extremely tender and tasty. My veal piccata was also delicious. Profiteroles were the icing on the cake! Our waiter made our dining experience extra special. He was very pleasant and efficient and he never rushed us."
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "And a most comfortable setting... The kitchen continues it's tradition of Classic French fare, backed by a well-deserved reputation for high-quality ingredients and excellent delivery; with a dining staff that is every bit as professional. Make this one of your regular favourites."
    Dined on 3/7/2014
  • "We had made reservation at 5:30 but I made prior call from the road and said that we are sorry for running late due to a traffic. Fortunately the restaurant was empty when we arrived at 6, so was no problem to getting a table. So we did not understand why the waiters showed such an anger and terrible attitude. He was coming to our table 4 times in 5 minutes and was rushing us to place an order. We just ask him to wait for ten min while our friends are parking, but he reply rudely that is not him, but the manager pushing him. We spend about $60 per person for the appetizer and entries. Wine list selection is very limited and $13 for the glass of house wine is too expensive. We do not recommend this restaurant."
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "Anyone who wants consistently good, tasty and reasonably priced French food should try La Chaumiere. There is a reason why this restaurant has been around for so long!"
    Dined on 3/6/2014
  • "I attend a meeting in DC annually and I have spent my last evening here.......Superb!!!"
    Dined on 3/4/2014
  • "While I may not be "worldy" I have been to my share of the restaurants around the US and around the world. This by far is the best French bistro I have ever been to. The service was wonderful and the atmosphere was charming. The food was A delight to the palate. I give it five stars without reservation."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "Great location for lunch but parking can be a challenge. Food was fantastic and the wait staff was very attentive. Atmosphere was pleasant and comforting and truly a continental feeling."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "My wife and I were taken to La Chaumier by a friend to celebrate my 62nd birthday -March 1. We were seated on the second level which was very quiet and did not offer the special decor of the main dining room. Once seated we discovered only one waiter served the area, and we felt a bit ignored. However, he finally got to us and took our drink orders and then our food orders. Once the drinks arrived, we all were happier and could focus on the menu offerings. The food itself was extremely tasty and appreciated by each of us. My filet of soul was tasty, however not exactly French in any way. The dessert was a plate of fruit tossed in grand marnier. It was wonderful. I would not hesitate to recommend La Chaumier."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "Food was excellent. French onion soup was probably the best I've had in DC; sole special was light and delicious. Service was good but our server was a bit abrupt and not very friendly. Ambiance was very cozy and unexpected."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "Le Chaumiere has a very authentic French country auberge feel. Most of the traditional food was excellent - the venision, steak au poivre and especially the veal cheeks - but my duck breast was just tough and not very flavorful. The service was attentive and fun, and we were glad the waiter suggested we order the Grand Marnier and chocolate souffles for dessert. The chocolate was really a standout. All in all, I'd return, and I've already recommended it to friends."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "We have been eating here for more than 25 years. It's a great place for grown-ups. The food and service are consistently excellent."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "There's a reason "La Chaumiere" has been so successful for so long. The staff and kitchen attend to every detail to make a meal there a memorable and happy event! The food is traditional and French -- no gimmicks or ridiculous presentations. Everything arrives with perfect timing, the right temperature, and utterly delicious. The service is attentive but never intrusive, unless you want to enjoy a little banter or practice your French with the server. And what a cozy, welcoming dining room! I've gone to "La Chaumiere" for many years, mostly for special occasions, but this restaurant makes every visit special!"
    Dined on 2/25/2014
  • "La Chaumiere was more than I expected it to be. We sat at a corner table which definitely added to our experience. Our waiter had worked in the restaurant for over twenty years and just knew when to bother us and when not! Many patrons of the restaurant the night we dined were French and the French know a good French restaurant!"
    Dined on 2/26/2014
  • "Very good dinner. Food taste and presentation excellent. Service very professional. Found tables on ground floor slightly cramped, but not intolerable by any means. Will return"
    Dined on 5/10/2013
  • "classic french escargot rabbit great soufflé dessert very attentive staff,even on Sat/.night"
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "It has beena few years since we last dined at La Chaumiere. While the restaurant is adorable and the food is good, the service is not good at all. We felt rushed and unappreciated. There are plenty of good restaurants in Georgetown and DC, service is what sets them apart. We will not return to La Chaumiere, we will just keep our fond memories of years gone by."
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "La Chaumiere first appears as a small French restaurant . Once you go in the magic starts . The place is charming and romantic and a true French restaurant feel. I have been comming there for over a half year now with my girlfriend and whenever my family stop to visit me in DC it is our permanent dinner locations. The food is beyond amazing. The duck breast and lamb chops are my favorite and all under 30 dollars a dish. The wine list is magnificent. A must go in DC"
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "Overall, we had a nice experience! The food was just delicious...I got the red snapper special and wife ate the scallops. Both dishes were perfect and very flavorful...nice portions and seasoned well. We tried the chocolate souffle which was excellent. The only thing that we wish were better was the service. There was a gentlemen in the back who mentioned that we had to order quickly as lunch was ending. This made me feel rushed and pressured and thought he didn't need to mention it to us abruptly. Otherwise, we thought food was excellent, ambiance was gorgeous, and really enjoyed our experience."
    Dined on 2/17/2014
  • "This will definitely become one of my husbands go-to restaurants when we come to DC. The most impressive aspect of the evening that all 3 meals ranging from Beef Wellington to fish stew cam out extremely hot! Nothing was lukewarm, dried out or burnt. Amazing to a retired restaurant worker who knows what type of timing and control the expo/chef and back of the line have to have to attain this feat! Kudos...."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "Classic French bistro, with a very cozy atmosphere, including a central fireplace (chaumiere is hut, or cottage). The pike quenelles are the best I've had, so I have a tough time going to La Chaumiere without ordering the dish, either as an appitizer or an entree. Presentations are above par, and the food never disappoints. Sweetbreads and veal brains are usually available. I had the Pot au Feu on my most recent visit, and it was terrific. The pate de fois gras was heavenly. If the staff knows that you have a timeline (theatre tix, for example) they will be sure to help you stay on schedule. That said, give yourself time to dine. It will be time well-spent."
    Dined on 2/18/2014
  • "My wife and I went in honor of Valentines day. It was a great experience. Good wine, great food, tasty dessert and nice romantic environment. I would recommend."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "Food and waiter were outstanding. Unfortunately the hostess sat our table less than 10 inches (on both sides) from another table. My wife and I could barely chat with two other conversations on either side of us. I had to move every time food was delivered to a neighbors table. Luckily the food and wine still made it worth while. Bring your wallet when you visit as well - you'll need it."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "Our waiter was outstanding and the food was great--the rest of our party didn't mind but I would have preferred to NOT be seated in an upstairs room--know Valentines' Day is crazy--and it was our first time there BUT I made the reservations weeks ago-overheard someone else who was upset to be upstairs but they made the rez that day...."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Love this place! Have been going for years and will keep on going"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "The staff was friendly and helpful. The fish soup was delicious as was the lamb. We don't often get to Georgetown for dinner but this place was worth going back to."
    Dined on 1/15/2014
  • "La Chaumiere has the best duck and lamb that my husband and I have ever had. We cannot wait to return for another special night out in the near future. I would confidently order anything on the menu; I am positive that all options are impeccably prepared and presented. The flourless chocolate cake and dark chocolate mousse were outstanding. I am picky about my dessert (it can't just be chocolate - it has to be good chocolate) and these desserts met my approval. We loved the atmosphere. The decor is refined French country with a touch of medieval (dark wood, central fireplace, wine bottles, wrought iron and copper molds). Very charming!"
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "La Chaumiere is a great place place for French dining in a country in ambiance. The food is outstanding and the service is great. It gets a little noisy and parking in Georgetown is always a pain but these are minor compared to the great time here. We drive an hour to go there without a second thought."
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "Would have been outstanding overall if the water service was better. We had to literally wave our glasses in the air to get more water."
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "Went with my parents to celebrate a birthday. Restaurant had a cute and cozy ambiance. Staff accommodated our request to sit next to the fireplace. Diverse menu with too many tasty options to choose from; could come back every day of the week and try something different. Waitstaff very attentive and helpful; did not mind when we brought our own bottles of wine. Chef was able to convert a main dish (tripe) into a reasonable appetizer portion for my father. The food was beautifully cooked! Based on our experience, we highly recommend: tripe, lamb chops, duck with currants, and both types of souffle. All in all, it was a wonderful dining experience! Would go back in a heartbeat."
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "Excellent dining experience in this long running establishment."
    Dined on 1/30/2014
  • "I love La Chaumiere and have for many years. When friends come from out of town, I always take them there because of its lovely atmosphere, fine food, and neighborliness -- while retaining its feeling of France at the same time. Felicitations!"
    Dined on 1/30/2014
  • "One of my favorite spots - never disappoints. Food and service is always excellent."
    Dined on 1/29/2014
  • "Perfect for a visitor to Washington, it appears that everyone knows the restaurant well and is happy to be there for the classic, well prepared French fare. We don't get to Washington but once or twice annually, but we look forward to returning to this wonderful restaurant."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "My husband and I often take our best friends and close relatives to dinner at La Chaumiere -- we know they will never disappoint and they lived up to our expectations this past Saturday. In spite of the bitter cold, the restaurant was completely full by 7:30 p.m. Many of the customers are old regulars and you'll always see "someone you'd love to see" dining there on a weekend. Go early during the winter if you want a table near the fireplace -- delicious!"
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "fabulous food at reasonable prices. great service."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "Was down in DC with my wife and son who attends U of Maryland and was looking for a good restaurant in the Georgetown area .This restaurant easily ranks up there with some of the very best we've ever eaten in - and we are from the New York Area, so fine dining is not that difficult to come by. Every appetizer and each dish was special! Ordered a cheese plate to start with and the rest just followed suit!"
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "The food, service and ambiance is absolutely amazing!"
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "Start to finish this is one of the best experiences we've had. My wife was torn between two mains and our server arranged a half portion of one as a starter, problem solved. All of the food was fantastic, service was prompt and efficient."
    Dined on 1/15/2014
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