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   JulieL

   San Francisco

   3 reviews

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   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on August 27, 2016

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   If the interior appearance were upgraded the place would do much better. They need to get rid of the dead plants by the winter and figure out the tables, seating , and HVAC. Food was good, but the appearance was lacking

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   RobinN

   Washington DC

   35 reviews

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   5.0

   35 reviews

   Dined on August 26, 2016

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Outstanding tomato and crab appetizer and the London broil over spinach was excellent.

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   JohnL

   Washington DC

   284 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   284 reviews

   Dined on August 23, 2016

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   Bistro D'Oc used to be an authentic French restaurant serving bistro classics and specialities from the south of France like cassoulet. But the restaurant must now be under new management as the menu has radically changed! There are a sprinkling of French dishes, but most of the menu now reads more like a Thai restaurant. That being said, the food I ordered was still good. But the Bistro has lost its charm and attraction for me now that it is no longer a true French restaurant!

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Washington DC

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on August 18, 2016

   overall3food3service4ambience3

   The wine I requested was unavailable. The broil was slices of beef drowning in sauce. The Fritas, which used to be exemplary and crunchy on the outside, we're just regular fries. The profiteroles which used to have lovely marscapone just had regular vanilla ice cream inside. Really gone downhill from last visit. The server was very nice though.

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   KBman

   Washington DC

   39 reviews

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   3.0

   39 reviews

   Dined on July 25, 2016

   overall3food2service4ambience4

   After a decade of pleasant experiences it was very different last night.

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   milan

   Washington DC

   13 reviews

   4.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on July 22, 2016

   overall4food5service5ambience5

   I think this place is really adorable. Simple good food, it isn't a flashy "American" style place, but if you like real French food I highly recommend.

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   OurManInDC

   Washington DC

   14 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on June 29, 2016

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   This is a great departure from the chain restaurants - this is an authentic, one of a kind restaurant, we learned it is owned by a chef from southern france and the menu reflects both standard items and items that one would find in a Provence restaurant but not typically here in the US. Every time we go here, we feel we are in a bistro in the south of france.

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Seattle

   7 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on June 23, 2016

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   Having a giant dry erase board with specials brought to the table and a wedge for under the table as we sat down didn't make for the best first impression. The food was fine but nothing special. We were waited on my two different servers and both were execellent - attentive and responsive.

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   littlebits

   Washington DC

   15 reviews

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   2.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on June 18, 2016

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   We have been regulars at this restaurant for many years and were very disappointed in the quality of the food. My wife sent her first order back and the second one wasn't much better. Mine was OK. Has the chef changed?

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    ShariP

    Washington DC

    163 reviews

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    4.0

    163 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2016

    overall4food4service5ambience3

    Bistro d'Oc is across the street from Ford's Theater. Most of the restaurant choices around there are chain restaurants, or else they serve mediocre food. Bistro d'Oc is a standout: high-quality French bistro food, served in a quiet bistro atmosphere. Highly recommended, especially for the pre-theater menu that is servied from 5:30pm to 7pm every day. It's a great choice even if you are headed to Gallery Place for a play or Verizon Center event. It's an oasis away from the tourist masses.

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11. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    simple and informal, but very nice French bistro food at reasonable prices. I particularly like that (in general) it is quiet enough that you can hear your friends!

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    bawj

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2016

    overall4food4service3ambience5

    As this was pre-theatre time period, the restaurant was very busy and the service was a little slow. The food was good french food. Close to Ford's Theatre and Landmark E street.

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    RogerH

    San Francisco

    45 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2016

    overall4food5service4ambience3

    Wonderfull food across from the Ford They accommodate well for the show. I would caution about wines by the glass. We had two glasses. Both were stale. Maybe opened for lunch. I ordered a Pinot that I knew. They brought a merlot.

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    DCfoodfan

    Washington DC

    171 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    171 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2016

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    Nice option for a pre-theater dinner for Fords, Warner and National theaters. Reasonably priced menu, nice wine list and cozy atmosphere. Its a French bistro, so expect lots of butter and well prepared, rich entrees. Friendly, helpful staff.

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15. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2016

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    Great pre show place. Fixed price choices were very good and very reasonable. Dined before a show at the Ford Theatre.

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    Jodie

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2016

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    My husband and I went to Bistro prior to event. He had lamb and thought it was adequate. I had Thai basil chicken. I left 3/4of it. The chicken was dark meat, it was bland in spice and the rice was overcooked. We both ordered ice tea which was served warm with a couple ice cubes. We had to order a cup of ice when we could get the waitresses attention. We were out of tea by the time dinner was served. When server brought the warm pitcher torl refill...again zero ice. Again we had to flag the waitress to get a cup of ice. A twenty one percent tip was added to the bill. I would never return.

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    foodie

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2016

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Great service and fantastic food. Casual environment. Will definitely return.

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    longtimeDCresident

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2016

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    We were booked for 5:00pm and an 8:45 Filmfest DC movies and needed a place to dine. Bistro d'OC is just around the corner on 10th between E and F and is just across from the Ford's Theater. The food is good and it is quiet particularly in the rear of the restaurant. A nice place to bring friends for conversation over a good meal.

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    Wash

    Pittsburgh

    40 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    A nice little bistro in the heart of tourist country across from Ford's theater. The food and drinks are great and the price is easy on the wallet. We enjoy dining here after the theater.

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    Janeybelle

    Washington DC

    48 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2016

    overall4food4service3ambience3

    Although French, I had a great green curry with the most tender chicken. Dessert was great. Service was fast as we had theater tickets.

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    JEinDC

    Washington DC

    144 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    144 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food, ambiance, warmth of the owner .. all contribute to a lovely oasis in the midst of tourist tchotchke shops. The butternut squash soup w/ a bit of goat cheese is comforting. The wine selections excellent. And most of all, it's such a lovely place to dine .. pre- or post-theatre (at Ford's or the Warner or National) or just after a day of being a tourist or just because you want excellent food in a place that feels comforting.

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22. AD

    AlexandriaDiner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2016

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    This is a great restaurant. Food is very good, with reasonable prices and no pretentious stuff. Just classic French bistro food with a touch of modern flare. Highly recommended. I've eaten here about 5 times in the past 2 years.

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    PMSR2

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    We were a little late for the luncheon hours; however, the staff was most gracious. We were never hurried; although we nearly ran into the dinner hour. Thanks ever so for your hospitality.

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    Spike

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2016

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    I had the poached salmon that came with plain vegetables--boiled potatoes, carrots, string beans. I don't know how they do it, but even these homely vegetables were delicious, as was the salmon which was moist. My friend had the tagliatelli and said it was very good. I don't recall having a bad meal at Bistro d'Oc.

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    jasonp

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2016

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    Enjoyed the creative appetizers and standard southern French food.

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    I like the pre-fix menu. Starter, Entree, Desert for $25.00 is a good value. Also the location is great if you are going to a play at Fords Theater. They are quite efficient in getting your food on the table. And they have been good about giving us separate checks.

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27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 29, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The lamb brains were spectacularly good!

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    mumchnib

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2016

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    My wife and I had an early dinner prior to the theater. I had the French onion soup which was good but not exceptional. My wife had the squash soup that she really liked My main was the Boeuf Braise Au Vin Du Languedoc which was excellent. The wine was very good. The service was attentive but not intrusive. I would recommend the restaurant

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29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2016

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    We took a coworker here for his birthday. The bread brought to the table was delicious. Two of us ordered the eggs benedict, which were very good. Two of us ordered the creamy pasta dish, which was also very good. One of us ordered the vegetarian platter which consisted of steamed unseasoned vegetables. Very disappointing.

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30. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    67 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2016

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    I love this restaurant that is a Washington institution.. I am thrilled that it is surviving the major changes on 10th Street next to and above it. We dined before going to Ford's Theater, always a pleasure to eat there. I love the soups and pates. The pre theater menu is a great deal

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    Hettyking1

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2016

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    Very nice French provincial food - unique to the city as far as I know. We ate here before the theatre. They had a pre-theatre selection that was fast, very good, and quite enjoyable. The atmosphere was also quite French and had terrific ambiance.

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    JoyceA

    Washington DC

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food and great table as we sat upstairs with the fireplace.

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    patsreview2

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2016

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    very good neighborhood standby. authentic dishes attractively presented, reasonably priced, attentive service. Solid.

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    Carlito

    Washington DC

    26 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2016

    overall3food3service4ambience4

    Bistro d'Oc has been our 'go to' location when we head to Fords Theatre, just across the street. As a Bistro, it has a limited menu, and I guess we're just getting a little bit fatigued on the menu they have. It would be great if the Bistro could switch up their menu a bit more. In addition, increasingly it seems the specials aren't much in the way of real French cuisine...it's now becoming Asian fusion, or something. In any event, I think next time we are headed to Ford's, we'll probably look elsewhere just to change things up. Service was - as usual - quite attentive. Wine selection and pricing reasonable.

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    kylyle

    Naples

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2016

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    Bistro d'Oc still has a good French menu. We'd not eaten there in almost two years and it appears to have changed hands since our last dining experience. As we recall the menu was more extensive and the staff all French. Now the menu appears truncated and the staff all Asia. Service is generally good, the acoustics not bad, and it remains a worthy member of the DC dining scene.

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    CAP1

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2016

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    We were well received and seated according to the request I made in my Saturday 7:30 PM reservation request...a table for two at the window. The food and wine were very good and at a reasonable price. the service was excellent, and the flowers fresh. Thank you for an excellent evening. We will return.

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    Anonemouse

    Washington DC

    97 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    97 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    Bistro D'Oc is directly across the street from Ford's Theater and right around the corner from E Street Cinema so it makes a nice add-on to whatever you might be doing at either of those venues.

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    KMcKie

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2016

    overall3food5service5ambience1

    The food was fabulous, the staff was attentive, and the prices were reasonable. The only thing lacking was the ambiance. Groups sit up front, where there is light and a better ambiance. Couples or singles are a in the back, which has the feel of a decorated basement. It is dark and dingy, i.e. not mysterious/romantic. The owner just needs to work on the back area, and they will be a gem of place.

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39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2016

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    We were looking for a place to have dinner before the theater. We choose Bistro D'oc for it's location. We were pleasantly surprised that such a great restaurant was located in such a tiny store front. But there it was. The Bistro has tow floors and several rooms that offer an at home feeling. Especially if your home has an eclectic collection of art. The service was great. The wait staff was friendly and attentive but not too overwhelming. The wine list was limited but fine. The food was great!

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    Toomdc

    London

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    I've been eating at Bistro D'Oc for years, mostly lunches. It's a great option for a collegial business lunch, a quick bite pre-theater or a low key date. It's good, but not pretentious. The food is good, the wine is good, the atmosphere is good. No complaints here.

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