La Vie

Name: La Vie
Address: 88 District Sq SW, Washington, DC, United States, 20024
Telephone: (202) 560-5501
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2676 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

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La Vie is restaurant that specializes in Coastal Cuisine. The spacious waterfront terrace provides exclusive access to incredible views and decor.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 12, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 61 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Seafood, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 560-5501
Website
http://www.lavie-dc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
88 District Sq SW, Washington, DC 20024
Neighborhood
Southwest Waterfront
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Burrata$25.00
turkish style spicy tomatos sauce, basil, balsamic reduction, baguette
Seafood Misto$27.00
shrimp, calamari, shishito, pepper, lemon aioli
French Mussel Pot$27.00
fennel sausage, dijon butter, white wine
Greek Mussel Pot$27.00
lemon potatoes, ouzo, feta
Kafta$25.00
lamb kebab, harissa pita bread, garlic toum
Tuna Tartare$27.00
quinoa tabbouleh, avocado mousse, harissa alioli, crispy grains
Grilled Octopus$29.00
cucumber, pickled pearl onion, saffron potato, chermoula vinaigrette
Mediterranean Spreads*$21.00
trio of hummus, melitzanosalta tzatziki, served with pita
Arancini$14.00
ratatouille, burrata, saffron aioli
Grape Leaves*$14.00
rice, herbs, tomato, pine nuts, shallots

Pasta & Risotto

our pasta is made in house

Lobster Risotto$58.00
seafood ragu, black garlic aioli, crispy basil
Potato Gnocchi$39.00
short rib ragu, pecorino, chili flakes, crispy rosemary
Seafood Tagliatelle$54.00
shrimp, cuttlefish, clams, white wine, clam broth, crème fraîche, garlic streusal
Cheese Ravioli$36.00
ricotta, mascarpone, mozzarella, parmesan, cherry tomato sauce, basil
Mushroom Risotto$29.00
arborio rice, wild mushrooms, pecorino romano, crispy sage
Crestide "Gallo"$30.00
spinach pasta, fava beans, english peas, pecorino, wasabi breadcrumbs
- Add Scallops$34.00
- Add Shrimp$28.00
- Add Lobster$35.00

Sea

grilled, served with eggplant caponata and citrus beurre blanc

Branzino Fillets$48.00
Atlantic Salmon$43.00
Day-Boat Scallops$54.00
Roasted Halibut$47.00
curry onion labneh, roasted brussels, chives beurre blanc

Land

locally sourced, farm raised, halal

Lamb Chops$56.00
yellow split pea pureé, marbled potatoes, parmigiano, red pearl onions
Roasted Chicken*$39.00
summer vegetables, fennel onion soubise, truffle chicken jus
16oz Ribeye$72.00
truffle fries, bearnaise sauce
La Vie Burger Royale$27.00
bacon, raclette fonduta, pickles, la vie sauce

Sides

$16 each

Grilled Asparragus
muhammara sauce, almond dukkah, ladolemono
Crispy Brussels
golden raisins, burnt honey, yogurt
Truffle Frites
served with ketchup
Fried Cauliflower
shaved red onions, pecorino, harissa alioli, garlic streusel

Dessert Menu

Cotton Candy Baked Alaska$27.00
chocolate cake, chocolate ice cream, chocolate sauce, Italian meringue, cotton candy, black rum
Tiramisu$15.00
Lady fingers dipped in marsala-coffee, layered with mascarpone cream, coffee pastry cream, chocolate pearls, cocoa powder
Chocolate Petit Gâteau$15.00
whipped milk chocolate ganache, passion colada, chocolate sable, vanilla custard, chocolate disc, chocolate sauce
Lemon Lush$15.00
whipped cream cheese, lemon pudding core, wafers crust, white chocolate-yuzu cream, le citron tea honey jam, honey tuile, lemon curd
Mascarpone Crème Brûlée$15.00
light whipped cream, macerated strawberry & blueberry, vanilla mascarpone custard, sugar crunch

Cocktails & Drinks

Dip Your Toes

light & refreshing

Rosé Sangria$16.00
segura brut rosé, lillet rosé, stoli ohranj vodka, blood orange, peach, lemon
St Germain Spritz$16.00
strawberry infused st. germain, maurin quina, falernum, sparkling wine
Riviera Highball$17.00
tito's vodka, st. germain, lime, huckleberry, soda

Lifeguard Duty

non-alcoholic

Citron Pressé$10.00
house-made lavender lemonade
Seas the Day$10.00
lime, strawberry, mint, aged balsamic

Dive

medium & bold

Empress 75$20.00
empress 1908 butterfly pea flower gin, pineapple sparking wine, fresh lemon, lavender bitters, edible sparkles
Le Paloma$17.00
ilegal mezcal, aperol, grapefruit, lime, bergamot, q grapefruit soda
The South (West) Side$19.00
hendrik's gin, green chartreuse, house made cucumber & white peppercorn syrup, fresh lime, mint

Off the Deep

bold & strong

La Vie Af$20.00
redemption high rye bourbon, hennessey vsop, herbs de provence, aged balsamic reduction, strawberry
Passionate Envy$19.00
angel's envy bourbon, aperol, passion fruit- ginger syrup, coconut water, lemon
All Smoke, No Fire*$20.00
noble oak bourbon, giffard peach, pecan chai simple syrup, lemon, maple
Sugar, Spice, and Everything, Tequila?*$20.00
partida reposado, amaretto, giffard abricot, orgeat, maple, lime
Old Beirut, New Fashioned$19.00
dickel rye whiskey, massaya arak orange & fennel syrup, tempus fugit quinquina, peychaud's bitters

Bottled Beer

Amstel Light$8.00
Bud Light$7.00
Dos Equis Lager$7.00
Heineken$8.00
Heineken 0.0%$7.00
Strongbow Cider$9.00
3 Stars White IPA$9.00
Old OX Brewery Cherry Saison$9.00

Draft Beer

Stella, Pale Lager, Belgium, 5.0%$8.00
Troegs Dreamweaver, Hefewizen, PA, 4.8%$9.00
Mahou, Pale Lager, Spain, 5.5%$8.00
Hoegaarden White Ale IPA, DC, 6.5%$8.00
DC Brau Corruption IPA, DC, 6.5%$9.00

Wine List

By the Glass

Sparkling

NV Torresella Prosecco, Brut, Veneto, Italy$16.00
NV Pierre Sparr, Cremant, Brut, Alsace, France$19.00
NV Veuve Clicquot, Champagne, Franc$37.00
2009 Dom Perignon 3oz/6oz Pours, Champagne, Pinot Noir / Chard, France$29.00

Sparkling Rosé

NV Segura Viudas Cava, Brut, Penedes, Spain$16.00
NV Veuve Clicquot, Champagne, France$37.00

White

2020 Bartenura Moscato d'Asti | Piedmont, Italy | Moscato$16.00
2018 Tolloy | Alto Adige, Italy | Pinot Grigio$16.00
2020 Carl Graff | Mosel, Germany | Riesling, Off Dry$18.00
2020 Villa Maria | Marlborough, NZ | Sauvignon Blanc$17.00
2020 Domaine Bellevue | Touraine, France | Sauvignon Blanc$18.00
2019 Stags Leap | Napa Valley, USA | Chardonnay$20.00

Red

NV Poletti Lambrusco Amabile | Emilia Romagna, Italy | Lambrusco$17.00
2017 Benton Lane | Willamette Valley, USA | Pinot Noir$18.00
2019 Ferraton Per & Fils | Rhone, France | Grenache, Syrah$18.00
2014 Salcheto Nobile de Montepulciano | Tuscany, Italy | Sangiovese$18.00
2017 Chateau Famaey | Cahors, France | Malbec$18.00
2019 Masca Del Tacco Old Vines | Puglia, Italy | Zinfandel, Off Dry$18.00
2018 Duckhorn | Napa Valley, USA | Cabernet Sauvignon$27.00

Rosé

NV Abbazia Balestro Moscato Rose | Piedmont, Italy | Moscato Dolce$17.00
2019 Massaya | Beqaa Valley, Lebanon | Syrah / Cinsault$16.00
2020 Veritas | Monticello, Virginia | Cabernet Franc/Merlot$21.00
2019 Joseph Mellot | Sancerre, France | Pinot Noir$17.00

Corvain Red

5 oz Pour

2015 Pio Cesare | Barolo | Nebbiolo$45.00
2019 Caymus | Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon$55.00
2014 Silver Oak | Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon$75.00

Sparkling

NV Torresella Prosecco, Brut | Veneto, Italy$65.00
NV Pierre Sparr, Cremant Brut | Alsace, France$90.00

Sparkling Rosé

NV Segura Viudas Cava, Brut | Penedes, Spain$65.00
NV Veuve Clicquot Brut | Champagne, France$175.00
NV Moet & Chandon Imperial | Champagne, France$175.00
NV Moet & Chandon Ice | Champagne, France$185.00
Billecart Salmon Brut | Champagne, France$225.00

Champagne

Veuve Clicquot Brut | Champagne, France$175.00
Billecart Salmon Extra Brut | Champagne, France$225.00
NV Moet & Chandon Ice | Champagne, France$185.00
NV Moet & Chandon Imperial | Champagne, France$220.00
MV Pol Roger Brut | Champagne, France$185.00
MV Ayala Blanc de Blanc | Champagne, France$210.00
2007 Billecart-Salmon Brut | "Nicolas Francois" Champagne, France$400.00
MV Armand de Brignac Brut | "Ace of Spades" Champagne, France$850.00
2009 Dom Perignon | Champagne, France$500.00
MV Krug Grande Cuvee | Champagne, France$500.00

White

Light, Crisp & Floral

2018 La Quilla Muscadet Sevre at Maine | Loire Valley | Melon de Bourgogne$71.00
2019 Jean-Luc Mader Pinot Blanc | Alsace | Pinot Blanc$75.00
2018 Provam Portal Do Fidalgo | Moncao E Melgaco, Portugal | Alvarinho$85.00
2017 Lis Neris ''Gris'' | Friuli | Pinot Grigio$80.00
2016 Infinite 1939 Trentino | Pinot Grigio$90.00
2018 Gini la Frosca | Soave Classico, Veneto | Garganega$95.00
2018 Schloss Johannisberger | Rheingau, Germany | Reisling, Dry$90.00
2019 Papargyriou Corinthia | Peloponnese, Greece | Muscat / Assyrtico$80.00

Mineral, Grassy, & Elegant

2019 Benito Ferrara Greco di Tufo | Campania, Italy | Greco di Tufo$75.00
2020 Gavalas Santorini | Santorini, Greece | Assyrtico$90.00
2018 Jankara | Gallura, Sardinia | Vermentino$85.00
2017 M. Chapotier la Combe Pilate | Rhone Valley | Viognier$74.00
2020 Christian Lauverjat | Sancerre | Sauvignon Blanc$85.00
2019 Francis Blanchet Vielles Vines | Pouille-Fume, Loire Valley | Sauv. Blanc$87.00
2018 Cade | Napa Valley, CA | Sauvignon Blanc$90.00
2018 Wairau River | Marlborough, NZ | Sauvignon Blanc$70.00
2019 Alphonse Mellot, La Moussiere | Sancerre | Sauvignon Blanc$105.00
2014 Couhins la Gravette | Pessac-Leognan, Bordeaux | Sauv. Blanc, Sémillon$95.00
2016 Querciabella 'Batar' | Tuscany | Chardonnay, Pinot Blanv$205.00

Chardonnay, Vanilla, Oak

2016 Raul Perez Ultreia | Bierzo, Spain | Godello$80.00
2017 Monopole | Rioja, Spain | Viura$90.00
2010 Vina Otano Gran Reserva | Rioja, Spain | Viura$120.00
2019 Stags Leap | Napa Valley, CA | Chardonnay$85.00
2017 Sbragia | Sonoma County, CA | Chardonnay$80.00
2015 Grgich Hills | Napa Valley, CA | Chardonnay$120.00

Burgundy, Simply Classic

2019 J Moreau & Fils Chablis | Chablis | Chardonnay$85.00
2018 Pascal Clement Rabource 1er Cru | Rully | Chardonnay$95.00
2019 Les Vieux Murs | Pouilly-Fuisse | Chardonnay$105.00
2017 Pascal Clement Mersault | Cote de Beaune | Chardonnay$155.00
2016 Berthelemot Les Levrons | Puligny-Montrachet | Chardonnay$210.00
2015 V. Girardin Corton-Charlemagne | Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru | Chardonnay$540.00
2018 Château Chauvet Freres | Beaujolais | Chardonnay$75.00

Red

Light to Medium, Fruity, Dry

2018 A. Mellot la Moussiere | Sancerre | Pinot Noir$120.00
2018 Mommessin Moulin a Vent | Beaujolais | Gamay$89.00
2018 Alcesti | Sicily | Frappato$73.00
2018 Massolino | Serralunga d'Alba | Dolcetto$80.00
2017 Ca' La Bionda Valpolicella | Veneto | Corvina, Molinara, Rondinella$75.00
2019 Italo Cescon | Veneto | Pinot Noir$75.00
2015 Resonance Vineyard | Yamhill-Carlton, Willamette Valley | Pinot Noir$95.00
2017 Benton Lane | Willamette Valley | Pinot Noir$85.00
2017 Davis Bynum | Russian River Valley, Sonoma Coast | Pinot Noir$125.00
2018 Dairyman Belle Glos | Russian River Valley, Sonoma | Pinot Noir$115.00

Burgundy, Style Meets Tradition

2018 Bourgogne-Devaux la Daligniere | Haute Cotes de Beaune | Pinot Noir$105.00
2017 N. Rossignol Savigny-Les-Beaune | Savigny Les Beaune | Pinot Noir$145.00
2016 N. Rossignol Les Vignots Pommard | Pommard | Pinot Noir$175.00
2016 A&B. Rion 1er Cru Les Chaumes-Vosne-Romanee | Vosne Romanee | Pinot Noir$290.00
2015 Domaine Ponsot Grand Cru Griotte Chambertin | Griotte-Chambertin | Pinot Noir$1,900.00

Sun & Fruit, Savory Spice

2016 Jean-Michel Gerin "La Champine" | Rhone Valley | Syrah$85.00
2018 Chateau Yvonne "La Folie" | Saumur-Champigny, Loire Valley | Cab Franc$95.00
2019 Legado Del Moncayo | Campo de Borja, Spain | Garnacha$72.00
2018 Alléno & Chapoutier Croix Chabot | Saint-Joseph | Syrah$95.00
2017 Finca Rio Negro 992 | Castilla, Spain | Tempranillo, Syrah, Cab Sauv$85.00
2017 Paulo Laureano 'Ema's Vineyard' | Alentejo, Portugal | Trincadeira, Aragonez$70.00
2015 Luis Pato Vinhas Velhas | Beira Atlantico, Portugal | Baga$90.00
2018 Massaya Colombier | Beqaa, Lebanon | Grenache-Syrah, Cinsault$85.00
2017 Torres 'Salmos' | Priorat, Spain | Syrah, Grenache, Carignan$115.00
2011 C.V.N.E. Imperial Gran Reserva | Rioja, Spain | Graciano, Tempranillo, Mazuelo$190.00
2015 Bodegas Casa la Rad 'Solarce' | Rioja Baja, Spain | Tempranillo, Garnacha$95.00
2016 Manyetes Gratallops | Priorat, Spain | Carignan$160.00
2018 Vega Clara "Diez Almendros" | Ribera de Duero, Spain | Tempranillo$95.00
2015 Numanthia Termes | Toro, Spain | Tinta de Toro$125.00
2016 Domaine Les Bruyeres, 'David Reynaud' | Crozes-Hermitage, Rhone | Syrah$140.00
2015 Chateau la Nerthe, Chateauneuf-Du-Pape | Rhone Valley | Syrah, Grenache$155.00
2012 Numanthia Termanthia | Toro, Spain | Tinta de Toro$485.00
2017 Jean Luc Colombo Terre Brulee | Cornas, Rhone | Syrah$180.00

Bordeaux, Bordeaux Opulent & Mature

2018 Cru Monplaisir | Bordeaux Superiur | Merlot, Cab Sauv, PV$95.00
2012 Plaisir de Ch. Siaurac Lalande-de-Pomerol | Bordeaux | Cab Sauv, Merlot$90.00
2016 Chateau de Valois, Pomerol | Pomerol | Merlot, Cab Franc$149.00
2016 Chateau Haut-Plantey St. Emilion Grand Cru | St. Emilion | Merlot, Cab Franc$135.00
2015 Chateau Latour Pauillac | Pauillac | Cab Franc, Cab Sauv, Merlot$300.00
2015 Baron de Brane Margaux | Bordeaux | Merlot, Cab Franc$160.00
2010 Chateau Branaire-Ducru St. Julien Grand Cru Classe | Bordeaux | Merlot, Cab Franc$395.00
2018 Chateau Lynch-Bages Pauillac Grand Cru Classe | Pauillac | Cab. Sauv, Merlot, Cab Franc$475.00
2015 Chateau Haut-Brion Grand Cru Classe | Pessac-Leognan | Merlot, Cab Franc$2,500.00

Noble Hills of Italy

2014 Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona | Brunello di Montalcino | Sangiovese$130.00
2016 Strada Al Sasso Gran Selezione 'Chianti Classico | Tuscany | Sangiovese$100.00
2017 Bruno Giacosa Faletto 'Barbera d'Alba | Piedmont | Barbera$115.00
2014 Luigi Righetti Amarone | Veneto | Amarone Blend$125.00
2015 Sartori Amarone | Veneto | Amarone Blend$160.00
2017 Prunotto | Barbaresco, Piedmont | Nebbiolo$120.00
2015 Michele Chiarlo Reyna | Barbaresco, Piedmont | Nebbiolo$145.00
2014 Marchesi di Barolo Barbaresco | Barbaresco, Piedmont | Nebbiolo$180.00
2015 Bel Colle Simposio | Barolo, Piedmont | Nebbiolo$105.00
2016 La Spinetta "Vigneto Garretti" | Barolo, Piedmont | Nebbiolo$180.00
2014 Massolino Riserva 'Vigna Rionda' | Barolo, Piedmont | Nebbiolo$375.00
2015 Pio Cesare | Barolo | Nebbiolo$250.00

Napa, Sonoma, Bold, Aged & Privileged

2015 Stags Leap | Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon$135.00
2018 Cotes de Femme | Alexander Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon$95.00
2018 Plumpjack | Napa Valley | Merlot$120.00
2016 Duckhorn | Napa Valley | Merlot$145.00
2018 Hands of Time | Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot$130.00
2016 Duckhorn | Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon$125.00
Mv Opus One Overture | Oakville, Napa Valley | Classic Bordeaux Blend$290.00
2019 Caymus | Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon$230.00
2013 "The Mascot" by Will Harlan Limited Edition | Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon$300.00
2017 Blue Rock Vineyards "Baby Blue" | Alexander Valley | Bordeaux Blend$105.00
2017 Opus One | Oakville, Napa Valley | Classic Bordeaux Blend$675.00
2016 Quintessa | Rutherford, Napa Valley | Bordeaux Blend$355.00
2016 Eisele Vineyard "Altagracia" | Calistoga, Napa Valley | Cab. Sauv Cab. Franc$300.00
2015 Silver Oak | Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon$300.00
2017 Lail Blueprint | Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon$325.00
2016 Eisele "Cabernet Sauvignon" | Calistoga, Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon$1,000.00

Bottle for Special Occasion

2014 Massolino Riserva 'Vigna Rionda' | Barolo, Piedmont | Nebbiolo$375.00
2015 Pio Cesare | Barolo | Nebbiolo$250.00
2010 Chateau Branaire-Ducru St. Julien Grand Cru Classe | Bordeaux | Merlot, Cab Franc$395.00
2018 Chateau Lynch-Bages Pauillac Grand Cru Classe | Pauillac | Cab. Sauv, Merlot, Cab Franc$475.00
2015 Chateau Haut-Brion Grand Cru Classe | Pessac-Leognan | Merlot, Cab Franc$2,500.00
2016 A&B, Rion 1er Cru Les Chaumes Vosne-Romanee | Vosne Romanee | Pinot Noir$290.00
2015 Domaine Ponsot Grand Cru Griotte-Chambertin | Griotte-Chambertin | Pinot Noir$1,900.00
2015 Opus One | Oakville, Napa Valley | Classic Bordeaux Blend$775.00
2016 Quintessa | Rutherford, Napa Valley | Bordeaux Blend$355.00
2015 Silver Oak | Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon$300.00
2016 Eisele "Cabernet Sauvignon" | Calistoga, Napa Valley | Cabernet Sauvignon$1,000.00

Whiskey

Angels Envy$21.00
Basil Hayden$22.00
Blantons'$22.00
Buffalo Trace$15.00
Elijah Craig$14.00
Makers Mark$16.00
Knob Creek$19.00
Bib & Tucker$19.00
Woodford Reserve$19.00
Uncle Nearest 1884$15.00
Henry McKenna 10 Year$28.00
Pappy Van Winkle 10 Year$150.00
Pappy Van Winkle 23 Year
- 1oz$225.00
- 1.5oz$300.00
- 2oz$350.00

Scotch Whiskey

Dewars$15.00
Glenlivet 15$23.00
Johnny Walker Black$19.00
Jonny Walker Blue$58.00
Lagavulin 9 Year "Got"$24.00
Lagavulin 16 Year$28.00
Macallan 12 Year$22.00
Macallan 18 Year$69.00
Macallan Rare Cask$90.00
Oban 14 Year$25.00
Ardbeg Uigeadail$22.00
Talisker 18 Year$31.00
Glenlivet 12 Year$19.00
Glenfiddich 21$75.00
Jane Walker$21.00
Monkey Shoulder$17.00

Rye Whiskey

Angels Envy$21.00
Few$15.00
Sagamore$17.00
George Dickel$17.00
Peerless$25.00
Whistle Pig 10 Year$25.00

Irish Whiskey

Jameson$17.00
Jameson Black Barrel$19.00
Tullamore Dew$16.00
Tullamore Dew 12 Year$19.00
Tullamore Dew "Cider Cask"$20.00

Japanese Whiskey

Hibiki Harmony$35.00
Yamazaki 12 Year$45.00
Yamazaki 18 Year$120.00
Hakushu 12 Year$45.00
Kaiyo$15.00
Kaiyo Cask Strength$16.00
Kaiyo 7 Year$23.00
Nikka Pure Malt$20.00
Nikka From the Barrel$28.00
Suntory Toki$18.00

Brandy & Cognac

Belle Brillet$18.00
Domaine D'esperance 5 Year$19.00
Drouet et Fils XO Ulysse$32.00
Park Carte Blanche VS$16.00
Park Fin Bois Organic$18.00
Dusse VSOP$19.00
Eric Bordelet 18 Year Dupin$70.00
Hennessy VSOP$21.00
Hennessy XO$75.00
Hennessy Paradis$250.00
Larressingle XO$21.00
Remy Martin XO$50.00
Louis XIII
- 1oz$295.00
- 2oz$450.00

Rhum / Rum

Appleton Estate$17.00
Brugal XV$16.00
Goslings$13.00
Rhum JM, V.O.$14.00
Plantation White$15.00
Plantation O.F.T.D$16.00
Plantation Pineapple$16.00
Ron Zacapa 23$24.00
Ron Zacapa XO$28.00
Captain Morgan$16.00

Gin

Gray Whale$16.00
Bombay Sapphire$17.00
Botanist$15.00
Bluecoat$15.00
Hendricks$18.00
Monkey 47$30.00
Tanqueray$17.00
Tanqueray 10$19.00
Emprress 1908$19.00

Tequila & Mezcal

Clase Azul Reposado$43.00
Clase Azul Anejo$75.00
Clase Azul Ultra$300.00
Don Julio 1942$45.00
Gran Patron Burdeos$140.00
Gran Patron Piedra$95.00
Casamigos Silver$19.00
Casamigos Reposado$22.00
Casamigos Anejo$25.00
Patron Silver$19.00
Patron Reposado$22.00
Casa Dragones Blanco$25.00
Casa Dragones Anejo$33.00
Casa Dragones Joven$75.00
Ilegal Mezcal Joven$18.00
Vago Espadin Mezcal$22.00

Vodka

Grey Goose$19.00
Stolichnaya$13.00
Tito's$17.00

Cordials, Apertifs & Digestifs

Amaro Nonino$14.00
Amaro Averna$14.00
Aperol$14.00
Baileys$13.00
Bonal$13.00
Bruto Americano$13.00
Campari$14.00
Cappelletti Aperitivo$14.00
Disaronno$16.00
Drambuie$17.00
Fernet Branca$12.00
Luxardo Maraschino$12.00
Grand Mariner$14.00
Green Chartreuse$19.00
Kahlua$13.00
St. Germain$18.00
Yellow Chartreuse$1.00

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4.6

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4.5Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
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My wife and I were celebrating our wedding anniversary. We had a great view of the waterfront, service and food was phenomenal! Kadinga our server was amazing, attentive and provided exceptional service!
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RemyS
Philadelphia
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3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
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Beautiful ambiance, especially on the terrace. Perfect for a romantic date night.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
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5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
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Great service, we had Miguel. The food was amazing 🤩
La VieResponded 3 days agoHi there! We are going to be sure to tell Miguel about this kind review! Thank you for coming out and leaving such kind words for our team. Hopefully we will see you again soon! Maurizio La Vie General Manager
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Raina
Washington DC
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Dined 4 days ago
overall1food1service1ambience4
I am still waiting on a response from Assistant General Manager James, who while kind and offer to have us back after my birthday brunch was ruined. The server never put our order in correctly and kept asking what did order. We left after having a drink spilled on my husband and my jacket. Everyone at the tables around us noticed we did not get the food we ordered, and when the drink was spilled, that was the last straw and the waiter who spilled the drink never came back with a napkin. As we were leaving the nice Assistant GM, James walked us out when I believe whoever his boss was made matters worse. While James offered to clean my jacket, the other manager made some off the wall comments that did not help the situation. My daughter got engaged here in May and thought this would be a beautiful space for my birthday...beautiful yes. Brunch ....a big hell no.
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NoWay
Washington DC
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience3
Not a quiet place for brunch. The food was okay. The music is way too loud. The patrons seemed like local residents dressed like they were going to a nightclub. Scantily dressed. In my opinion, not worth the price. Save your money.
KP
KimP
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was good! The customer service, wait staff & food...10/10!
La VieResponded 3 days agoHi! Thank you for coming out this past Sunday and thank you for the kind words! We hope we will see you again soon! Maurizio La Vie General Manager
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CreB
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience3
Everything was pleasant but the 3 taxes that we were forced to pay.
R
Rashida
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food5service3ambience5
Every time I go to La Vie I have really enjoyed myself. We drove all the way from NJ for my best friend's bday, that was her request and we granted it. The food and the ambience were nothing less but spectacular. My service was a little less than good, it could have been better. Love the brunch and bottomless mimosas!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated one of my best friends birthday! KB, our waiter, made our experience wonderful! Bringing my hubby and parents here soon!
La VieResponded 3 days agoHello Hello, As you would probably expect, this is not the first time we have heard good things about KD. Thank you for leaving such kind words and choosing La Vie to celebrate your friend's birthday! We look forward to seeing you, your husband, and parents soon. When you are coming, let us know, so I can introduce myself and make sure you get KD to take care of you. Maurizio La Vie General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a beautiful restaurant. Everything was amazing, the food was outstanding, dessert so delicious, but what it made our night was the service. About service: Our server Nicolas was AMAZING. He was always on top of everything. Always checking on us and his suggestions were our favorite drinks and dishes. He is so attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu.
La VieResponded 3 days agoHello, We are ecstatic to hear that the whole experience was superb for you. We pride ourselves on our service here at La Vie. Nico is imperative to the team and we are so glad he made your night special. Thank you for the kind words about his service, we will be sure to share them with him. We hope we will see you again soon. When you do come out again, please let us know so we can make sure Nico is your server and I can introduce myself. Maurizio La Vie General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I celebrated our 2nd anniversary. Scenery was amazing. Food was amazing. A bit pricy but it was worth it.
La VieResponded 3 days agoHi A very happy anniversary to the young couple! Thank you for choosing La Vie and leaving such kind words about the view and the food. Hopefully we will see you again soon, maybe for that 3rd anniversary. Maurizio La Vie General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Made reservations to celebrate my Son’s birthday , great food and above all excellent customer service
La VieResponded 3 days agoThank you for choosing La Vie for your son's birthday! A happy birthday to him! Maybe for the next birthday in the family you will be back at La Vie! Hopefully we will see you soon. Maurizio La Vie General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food2service2ambience5
Not a fan of the lamb chop entree. Wayyy too salty. Business was Very slow with seating arrangements.
La VieResponded 3 days agoHello, Sorry to hear that we dropped the ball on the lamb chops. Would you mind shooting me a message and letting me know what the name of the reservation was? I would like to reach out and hear about the experience. We take our guests' experiences very seriously and for that reason try to reach out when we hear of a bad experience. Please let me know. Maurizio La Vie General Manager
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Terry
Washington DC
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I took my husband for his birthday and our two daughters for dinner. He had the salmon and I had the lobster risotto which was excellent. Everything was delicious and the service was outstanding. I highly recommend this restaurant even though it’s on the pricey side but so worth it.
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Ndloomer
Washington DC
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great birthday! The drinks were great. A bit pricey but what you'd expect for a beautiful venue with very attentive waitstaff. Worth it!
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Lesa
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding service food was amazing they remembered my birthday
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bday so goiooooood
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2022
overall3food5service5ambience5
This place tries to add a 5% surcharge on bill. This was not stated on menu or on the table, or by the waiter before we ordered. Seems pretty shady and dishonest IMHO. If you see it on your bill ask them them to remove it. They did for us. Food and service were top notch. The 5% insult left a bad taste for this place, though.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food here is soooo good! Our table enjoyed the scallops, the branzino and lamb chops! The eggplant caponata was deelish and the cauliflower side was out of this world good!! Everything paired perfectly with the crisp, dry white wine! We will be back!!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The experience was great. The drinks aren’t strong but the food was great. The ambiance was great and the service was even better. I ordered the grilled octopus, lamb chops, rigatoni, and lobster risotto. All of the dishes were good.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I went on a date with my girlfriend for dinner and our server Kadinga was great and Knowledgeable! He shared excellent recommendations and made the night a great time! I had the best Tiramisu I’ve ever had at a restaurant. 10/10
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Service was awesome…second to none. Thanks David. Atmosphere was incredibly cute. Overall it was great. Side note. Bathrooms were TERRIBLE. So much so you would think you were in a separate restaraunt.
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Leslie
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
La Vie is one of my favorite restaurants for brunch. I love the food, service and ambience. I would recommend La Vie for any occasion.
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ASVX
Washington DC
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience3
The food was just OK, the service was unbelievably slow and inattentive, and we were seated at a table with a wobble that apparently couldn't be fixed because "that's the way the table is designed". Absolutely not worth the money.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Brunch was prix fixe - all you can eat - and at $66/person just for food they needed to Bring It, which they did! The savory food choices were very good, especially the duck carbonara (amazing!), shakshuka and black truffle mac & cheese. The sweet choices were fantastic! The tiramisu French toast was a standout, and the lemon ricotta pancakes and baklava waffles were great too! The atmosphere is perfect for a girls brunch, very feminine and fun. The outdoor balcony (The Cabana) is bedecked with fake wisteria to make it a max Instagram photo op. Fun, special and unique!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I took my husband for his birthday this last Sunday, this was my second time here for Brunch, we enjoyed every bit of the experience, food and service is amazing as always, unfortunately I didn’t like their latte and Americano, I would recommend, you go get coffee from a better coffee shop after you eat your brunch here.
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Chrisfoodie
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding service and remarkable views! The food was delicious and the drinks were amazing! Myself and guest from out of town can not wait to dine again!
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GiannaTA
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a very wonderful experience at La Vie (D.C) which I soon found out I’ve been pronouncing wrong this entire time… We sat outside with a view of the waterfront (and the water)… it’s BEAUTIFUL at night and it’s a very LOUD inside but a little less loud out on the balcony (though there is music playing the entire time). The food was AMAZING.. nothing undercooked or overcooked and the menu choices were not too experimental or you’re not the type to try out new things. 10/10 would recommend for a birthday night out!
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ClaudiaL
Washington DC
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
This place is honestly overrated. Not worth the money and the menu does not have enough options.
Y
Yves
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
Food were expensive but not that delicious only good thing about that was the drink and the waitress. I have to wait over 30mins to be seated eventho I made a reservation and threatened to charge your card $35 per person if no show. Not coming back to that place and wouldn't recommend any of my friends.
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TonTon
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely amazing. I love this place. I had the lobster risotto a year ago and have been looking for something similar since. Needless to say I haven’t been able to find it anywhere else. The flavors plus the quality of the lobster tail and claw meat on that creamy risotto with the accents from the squid ink is truly amazing. Delectable. Best risotto I’ve ever had. My service was excellent as well. Angie the maitre’d was so hospitable, as was Peter, our server who made great suggestions. For apps, we had the seafood misto, I only wish it had more shrimp (only 3) but the flavors were there. For dinner we had the lamb chops and the lobster risotto. My first order was served well done although I asked for medium. They sorted that out so quickly, and I will say, the flavors on the well done lamb were actually really good. I hated sending it back because the meat was still tender but the re cook came out almost immediately. It was delicious. Truth be told, the star of the show was the cauliflower. IYKYK and the drinks were so good. The watermelon Paloma was exquisite, & that cauliflower really did wonders for me. I’ve gotta come back to try the grape leaves and some other things but this place has some of the best views and the best food in the city.
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AndreG
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
The experience was interesting, the food was great. I thought the restaurant’s surcharge was a dickish move as I have never seen that before and the waiter got tongue tied trying to explain it to me. Why not just include in pricing …..poor form
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Cranberries
Washington DC
83 reviews
vip
5.0
83 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous wait staff, superb food, elegant setting, and a gorgeous view.
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FfxDiner
Washington DC
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just lovely!
GT
GetToGether
Washington DC
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Definitely a spot to visit whether for an intimate dinner, chill at the bar or group gathering to break bread. The 4 different venues offer flexibility. My lobster risotto was totally delicious and the presentation made it even better. Looking forward to visiting again.
SV
StephenV
Louisville
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience5
You pay for the ambiance which is exceptional. The food is pretty good but nothing amazing. It was just very expensive though.
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Customer service was amazing, food and ambiance was amazing
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Sunday brunch is spectacular!!!
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff is professional and customer oriented. The restaurant nickels and dimes you on items. The Brunch buffet is on the expensive side and coffee/tea is not included. With taxes and tip, your looking at almost $90 for brunch. I would suggest this restaurant only for special occasions.
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NiketaB
Richmond
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was amazing and the service was top notch. I visited for brunch for my anniversary on a Saturday. I was not disappointed - my husband and I both loved everything.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

La Vie is rated 4.6 stars by 2676 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 12, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 61 times today

88 District Sq SW, Washington, DC 20024

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Southwest Waterfront
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Seafood, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lavie-dc.com/
Phone number
(202) 560-5501

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Lamb Chops

Cotton Candy Baked Alaska

Seafood Misto

Cold Bar

Riviera Tower

Oysters

Shrimp Cocktail$23.00

Salads

La Vie Caesar$16.00

Greek Garden Salad$16.00

Asparagus Salad$16.00

For the Table

Burrata$25.00

Seafood Misto$27.00

French Mussel Pot$27.00

Greek Mussel Pot$27.00

Kafta$25.00

Tuna Tartare$27.00

Grilled Octopus$29.00

Mediterranean Spreads*$21.00

Arancini$14.00

Grape Leaves*$14.00

Pasta & Risotto

Lobster Risotto$58.00

Potato Gnocchi$39.00

Seafood Tagliatelle$54.00

Cheese Ravioli$36.00

Mushroom Risotto$29.00

Crestide "Gallo"$30.00

Sea

Branzino Fillets$48.00

Atlantic Salmon$43.00

Day-Boat Scallops$54.00

Roasted Halibut$47.00

Land

Lamb Chops$56.00

Roasted Chicken*$39.00

16oz Ribeye$72.00

La Vie Burger Royale$27.00

Sides

Grilled Asparragus

Crispy Brussels

Truffle Frites

Fried Cauliflower

Dessert Menu

Cotton Candy Baked Alaska$27.00

Tiramisu$15.00

Chocolate Petit Gâteau$15.00

Lemon Lush$15.00

Mascarpone Crème Brûlée$15.00

Cocktails & Drinks

Dip Your Toes

Rosé Sangria$16.00

St Germain Spritz$16.00

Riviera Highball$17.00

Lifeguard Duty

Citron Pressé$10.00

Seas the Day$10.00

Dive

Empress 75$20.00

Le Paloma$17.00

The South (West) Side$19.00

Off the Deep

La Vie Af$20.00

Passionate Envy$19.00

All Smoke, No Fire*$20.00

Sugar, Spice, and Everything, Tequila?*$20.00

Old Beirut, New Fashioned$19.00

Bottled Beer

Amstel Light$8.00

Bud Light$7.00

Dos Equis Lager$7.00

Heineken$8.00

Heineken 0.0%$7.00

Strongbow Cider$9.00