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Cafe Soleil, Washington, DC

Cafe Soleil

3.9 (905)
$30 and under
American
839 Seventeenth Street NW, Washington, DC 20006

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Romantic
  • Neighborhood gem
Cafe Soleil and Lounge, located just off the Farragut West Metro Stop, has set the standard for dining in Washington for over a decade with our innovative cuisine and unmatched service. We are renown for our quaint, French inspired dining room that is ideal for a business lunch or a quiet escape from the busy hustle of Washington's business district.

We recently added a happy hour that runs seven days a week from 5-8 pm. This menu boasts fine wines at only $5 a glass, and small bites that "are fit for foodies" at an affordable price.

Book your office holiday parties, private happy hours, or meeting space with us. We offer the most competitive meeting space rates in Washington, DC.

We have also added a daily specials menu. Do not miss Tuesday's "Menage a Trois" Special, Wednesday's half priced wine night, and Saturday and Sunday Suppers featuring three courses for $20.99.

Always call ahead or book a reservation online. Cheers, Soleil

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast: Monday - Friday: 6:45am - 10:00am, Saturday & Sunday: 8:00am - 10:30am Lunch: Daily: 11:30am - 4:30pm Dinner: Nightly: 4:30pm - 11:00pm Happy Hour: Daily 5:00-8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We can cater any business lunch. We will deliver it right to you. Call 202.974.4260
  • Private party facilities
    Two separate dining areas afford privacy to parties of fifteen to fifty. These small dining areas are perfect for special group celebrations, private office happy hours, or professional business meetings. Areas may be combined to accommodate larger parties. We also have a second floor meeting space.
  • Neighborhood
    Foggy Bottom
  • Cross street
    Seventeenth
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Directly next to the Farragut West Metro
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 905 people are saying

Cafe Soleil reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.9
3.9 based on all time ratings
  • 3.8Food
  • 3.8Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 1.2Value

NoiseModerate

905 Reviews
  1. DanielLopes

    Virginia5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 1, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is amazing but the portion is small. Beautiful environment.

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  2. KileandZack VIP

    Dallas - Fort Worth53 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on December 22, 2019

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We tried to order an omelette with sausage, cheese and mushrooms. We got a weird mixture of ham, peppers, mushrooms, the random sausage bit and cheese. We never got creme for the coffee. Food was decent but nothing special.

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  3. DianaV

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 20, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely, slightly fancy place to eat not far from the food trucks and salad bars.

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  4. urodoc VIP

    San Diego69 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 11, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good meal, excellent service.

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  5. NancyR VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area80 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 5, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Except for tables being on top if each other, it was wonderful experience.

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  6. AgnesG

    Greater Boston12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 5, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Little over price for the quality of foods served. the Christmas music was too load

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  7. CarolineM VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 22, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    It was dead but I really loved my food! It was a nice place to eat if you need to hear people talk and bond with them!

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  8. JanH

    London47 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 20, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fine food fun area

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  9. EstherI

    Washington, D.C. Area10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 16, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My first time at Cafe Soleil for dinner. The menu was varied enough for all appetites and health preferences. Very pleased with what I got. I loved that the muscle appetizer came with french fries! I'll definitely get that again. My colleague raved about the french onion soup. Portions are generous so you get enough to eat and my have some to take home. I got the half roasted chicken with garlic spinach and mashed potatoes. A good hearty and healthy meal. Although I was a little disappointed in the chicken. It needed a bit of seasoning and was leaning toward dry. But not a deal breaker. I especially liked the atmosphere. It was quaint and cozy. Even though the dining room is close to the bar and music plays in the background, it was easy to have a conversation. Good option when friends want to get together for a meal and actually talk to each other or when you need to have a business conversation over a meal.

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  10. Local

    Washington, D.C. Area56 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 5, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    if you're looking for a quiet place for a nice business or social lunch/dinner, this would be the place. The only offputting aspect is that because the restaurant is affiliated with the hotel next door, you have to go up one floor to use the restrooms. Having said that, the elevators are quick, so it's really no big deal.

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FAQs

Cafe Soleil is rated 3.9 stars by 905 OpenTable diners.

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Foggy Bottom

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Google Map for Cafe Soleil

839 Seventeenth Street NW, Washington, DC 20006

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Seventeenth
  • Neighborhood
    Foggy Bottom
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast: Monday - Friday: 6:45am - 10:00am, Saturday & Sunday: 8:00am - 10:30am Lunch: Daily: 11:30am - 4:30pm Dinner: Nightly: 4:30pm - 11:00pm Happy Hour: Daily 5:00-8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Directly next to the Farragut West Metro
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We can cater any business lunch. We will deliver it right to you. Call 202.974.4260
  • Private party facilities
    Two separate dining areas afford privacy to parties of fifteen to fifty. These small dining areas are perfect for special group celebrations, private office happy hours, or professional business meetings. Areas may be combined to accommodate larger parties. We also have a second floor meeting space.
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