Bistro L'Hermitage

Name: Bistro L'Hermitage
Address: 12724 Occoquan Rd., Woodbridge, VA, United States, 22192
Telephone: (703) 499-9550
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9 (6555)

$31 to $50

French

12724 Occoquan Rd., Woodbridge, VA 22192

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2 people

Jul 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Romantic

As the Historic Occoquan Waterfront Area welcomes L'Hermitage, a Classic French Bistro, we welcome you. Long time DC restaurateur (21 Federal/Bob Kinkead (RIP),Ex Co-Owner of Marcels DC, Watergate Hotel F&B) Youssef Eagle Essakl has transformed a building and the surrounding property in historic downtown Occoquan into his vision of a Romantic French country bistro. L'Hermitage, a great escape from the hectic DC restaurant scene, promises 'relaxed good taste' with the polish and sophistication of fine dining. Join us for a very special experience.
Our Motto is:
"Hospitality is the Art of Making Others Feel Welcome, Comfortable, and at Home.
It is the Talent for Spreading Warmth and Kindness that will be Remembered Always."

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(703) 499-9550
Website
http://www.bistrolhermitage.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Executive Chef Dawn Burkart
Private party facilities
We accept parties between 20 to 120 people.

Location
12724 Occoquan Rd., Woodbridge, VA 22192
Neighborhood
Woodbridge
Cross street
Old Bridge Road
Parking details
80 Parking Spaces +
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Bisque de Homard*$14.00
Lobster Bisque with Sherry Cream
Gratine des Hâlles*$14.00
French Onion Soup with Gruyere Crouton
Salade Cesar Classique*$14.00
Classic Caesar Salad, Eggs and White Anchovies
Salade Verte*$14.00
Mixed Green Salad with Vermont Goat Cheese, Candied Cashews & Balsamic Vinaigrette
Salade Laîtue de Bibb$14.00
Bibb Lettuce with Roasted Red Beets, Tomato, Walnuts & Light Roquefort Dressing
Tatin d'Auberginesau Fromage de Chèvre$17.00
Eggplant & Goat Cheese Tart with Arugula and Pine Nuts

Les Hors d'Œuvres

Gâteau de Crevettes$21.00
Crab & Shrimp Cake with Fennel Puree
Friture d'Huîtres*$18.00
Crispy Oysters with Avocado Mousse & Saffron Aioli
Coquilles St-Jacques$21.00
Pan Seared Sea Scallops with Golden Raisin Harissa Compote & Balsamic Drizzle
Escargots*$17.00
Ragout of Snails with Garlic Butter Sauce and Puff Pastry
Joues de Veau Braisées$20.00
Braised Veal Cheeks with Red Cabbage & Marsala Wine Sauce
Foie Gras$28.00
Seared Duck Foie Gras with Apple, Toasted Brioche & Pea Tendrils

Les Poissons

Filet de Saumon*$29.00
Pan Seared Filet of Salmon with Potato Puree, Baby Spinach & Saffron Coulis
Filet de Bar Chilean$38.00
Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Roasted Cauliflower, Mushrooms & Caper Beurre Blanc
Thon**$36.00
Seared Peppered Tuna with Medley of Artichokes, Roasted Potatoes, Spinach & Tomato-Chive Beurre Blanc
Crevettes a L'Ail*$36.00
Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Israeli Couscous & Baby Spinach
Coquille St. Jacques$39.00
Pan Seared Sea Scallops with Yukon Gold Potato, Leeks & Truffle Madeira Sauce

Les Viandes

Entrecôte$38.00
Seared New York Steak with Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes, Baby Carrots, Roquefort Stuffed Sweetie Peppers & Red Wine Sauce
Bœuf Bourguignon*$32.00
Traditional French Beef Stew with Potato Puree Green Beans & Red Wine Essence
Foie de Veau*$28.00
Sautéed Veal Liver with Potato Purée, Green Beans, Caramelized Onion & Red Wine Sauce
Porc Roti*$32.00
Roasted Pork Chop with Baby Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans & Maple Dijon Glaze
Magret de Canard Rôti$38.00
Roasted Duck Breast with Israeli Couscous, Green Beans, Red Cabbage & Cherry Thyme Sauce
Poulet Rôti*$28.00
Roasted Chicken with Brussels Sprouts, French Fries & Meaux Mustard Sauce

Les Accompagnements

Side Dishes $10

Fricassee de Champignons
Sautéed Mushrooms with Garlic and Parsley
Couscous d'Israël
Israeli Couscous with Parmesan & Scallions
Purée de Pomme de Terre
Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes
Haricots Verts
Sautéed Green Beans with Shallot Butter
Epinards a la Crème
Spinach with Garlic Cream
Risotto au Champagne
Champagne Risotto
Pommes Frites Maison
Home made French Fries

Chef's Specials

Les Hors d'Œuvres

Soupe du Jour*$14.00
Soup of the Day
Merguez*$18.00
Grilled Lamb Sausages with Ratatouille & Lamb jus
Salade a la Burrata$17.00
Burrata with Carrot Tarragon Salad Red Wine Poached Pear, Crispy Prosciutto & Pea Tendrils
Moules Gratinées*$17.00
Gratin of Mussels out of Shell, Braised Tomatoes & Garlic Cream
Saumon Tartar$18.00
Smoked Salmon Tartar with Multigrain Toast & Pea Tendrils

Les Entrées

Filet Mignon
Seared Beef Tenderloin, Herb Cheese Stuffed Potatoes, Asparagus, & Red Wine Sauce
- Market Price
Jaret d'Agneau Braisé$36.00
Braised Lamb Shank with Bacon, Onion, Apricot Barley, Green Beans & Madeira Lamb Jus
Duo Cuisse de Canard Confite & Crevettes$40.00
Duck Leg Confit & Shrimp with Purse Pasta, Green Beans & Banyuls Sauce
Duo Filet Mignon & Homard
Duo of Beef Tenderloin & Lobster Tail with Potato Puree, Baby Spinach, Red Wine & Tomato Chive Beurre Blanc Sauces
- Market Price
Duo Carré d'Agneau & Boudin Blanc
Duo Lamb Rack & White Sausage with Roasted Celery Root, Baby Spinach & Marsala Sauce
- Market Price

Dessert

Les Crêpes du Jour$12.00
Crepes of the Day

Holiday Events 2022-2023

Valentine's 2 Days Celebration 2023
Monday, February 13th, Tuesday, February 14th; with a Maximum of 60 Guests per hour/seating; Reservation Hours: 4-10PM
- 3 Course Choice - Set Menu$95.00

Featured Offerings

Chef's Tasting Menu

Per Table Only / Not Available on Friday / Saturday

5 Courses Menu$90.00
- Paired with Wine$140.00
7 Courses Menu$105.00
- Paired with Wine$170.00

Pré-Théâtre

Pré-Théâtre
*Marked Items are Menu Choices; Tue-Sun: 4-5PM; Parties of 6 and under
- 3 Courses Choice Set Menu$59.00

What 6,555 people are saying

Bistro L'Hermitage reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

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Washington, D.C. Area
Best Ambiance
Washington, D.C. Area
French
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Best Food
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Best Service
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Best Ambiance
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Romantic
Virginia - DC Suburbs
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bistro L'Hermitage is a charming French restaurant known for its "fantastic dining experience," "amazing service," and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "romantic, intimate setting" and "exquisite menu." Despite occasional critiques, its "attentive staff" and "beautiful atmosphere" make it a "hidden gem" worth visiting.

6,555 Reviews

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Charles
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice staff and food. Wine selection/prices tend to be on the high end, but are excellent. recommend this foran evening where you want to take time, such as for a tasting dinner of multiple courses. A solid place for special occasions. Service is extremely prompt and attentive, perhaps the very best feature (although the food is quite excellent).
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Marie
Unspecified1 review
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
It was ok. I was really looking forward to dining here and while I had a nice meal I didn't have a great meal. I thought the menu was limited and while I enjoyed what I had it wasn't outstanding, especially given the steep price. The scallops were cooked well but the maderia sauce had a bit of a bitter taste and I think rice would have been a better accompaniment than the roasted potatoes. The leeks added nothing to the dish. My daughter enjoyed the trout special which looked like a much better plate and presentation and tasted better overall. The almond tart was stale but the ice cream was nice. I had the crème brûlée, and it was tasty but nothing outstanding. The restaurant was too bright and was quite noisy with several large parties and tables close together. The servers were pleasant and the food came out quickly. The glass of Sancerre was good but could have been colder. Overall, I am glad that we tried it but I will not be going back anytime soon.
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David VIP
Washington, D.C. Area47 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambience. Attentive service. Well prepared food. Only complaint is the serving size of the Foie Gras - a little small, but excellent taste.
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John
Baltimore / Maryland1 review
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Staff was nice but rushed us. Probably to make room for a second seating.
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ivan
Washington, D.C. Area6 reviews
3.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food wasn’t the same as we remember it. They changed their pork chops and it was salty
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nazy VIP
Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
While I love this place and have been going for over a decade, I was sad to see it has so many Latino workers speaking Spanish the entire time as they poured water, sat us, cleaned up after us. Even the Filipino maitre D was speaking Spanish to the staff. It’s a French restaurant and the one night the owner wasn’t there, it was definitely noticeable.
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Sheila VIP
Washington, D.C. Area155 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lobster and steak were outstanding. One of our favorite restaurants
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Constance
Denver / Colorado3 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A lovely dining experience. The service here is unobtrusive and attentive. Your water glass will never be empty. The food is always predictability well prepared and seasoned. I enjoy the French country ambiance. We are fortunate to have this excellent restaurant in our neighborhood.
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Genevieve VIP
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic dining experience, food, drinks, and service were outstanding.
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Daniel VIP
Scranton / Poconos8 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bistro Hermitage is a favorite place of ours and the food and service are outstanding. Whether it is a romantic dinner with your date or a small group you won’t be disappointed. The vibe is great.
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Bistro L'Hermitage is rated 4.9 stars by 6555 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

12724 Occoquan Rd., Woodbridge, VA 22192

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Old Bridge Road
Neighborhood
Woodbridge
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
80 Parking Spaces +
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Executive Chef Dawn Burkart
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bistrolhermitage.com/
Phone number
(703) 499-9550
Private party facilities
We accept parties between 20 to 120 people.

Bistro L'Hermitage

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

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Filet Mignon

Duo Filet Mignon & Homard

Foie Gras

Les Soupes et Salades

Bisque de Homard*$14.00

Gratine des Hâlles*$14.00

Salade Cesar Classique*$14.00

Salade Verte*$14.00

Salade Laîtue de Bibb$14.00

Tatin d'Auberginesau Fromage de Chèvre$17.00

Les Hors d'Œuvres

Gâteau de Crevettes$21.00

Friture d'Huîtres*$18.00

Coquilles St-Jacques$21.00

Escargots*$17.00

Joues de Veau Braisées$20.00

Foie Gras$28.00

Les Poissons

Filet de Saumon*$29.00

Filet de Bar Chilean$38.00

Thon**$36.00

Crevettes a L'Ail*$36.00

Coquille St. Jacques$39.00

Les Viandes

Entrecôte$38.00

Bœuf Bourguignon*$32.00

Foie de Veau*$28.00

Porc Roti*$32.00

Magret de Canard Rôti$38.00

Poulet Rôti*$28.00

Les Accompagnements

Fricassee de Champignons

Couscous d'Israël

Purée de Pomme de Terre

Haricots Verts

Epinards a la Crème

Risotto au Champagne

Pommes Frites Maison

Chef's Specials

Les Hors d'Œuvres

Soupe du Jour*$14.00

Merguez*$18.00

Salade a la Burrata$17.00

Moules Gratinées*$17.00

Saumon Tartar$18.00

Les Entrées

Filet Mignon

Jaret d'Agneau Braisé$36.00

Duo Cuisse de Canard Confite & Crevettes$40.00

Duo Filet Mignon & Homard

Duo Carré d'Agneau & Boudin Blanc

Dessert

Les Crêpes du Jour$12.00

Holiday Events 2022-2023

Valentine's 2 Days Celebration 2023

Featured Offerings

Chef's Tasting Menu

5 Courses Menu$90.00

7 Courses Menu$105.00

Pré-Théâtre

Pré-Théâtre

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