Le DeSales

Name: Le DeSales
Address: 1725 Desales St NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20036
Telephone: (202) 450-3998
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (904)

$31 to $50

French / Japanese

1725 Desales St NW, Washington, DC 20036

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Great for happy hour
Charming

Le DeSales, a restaurant located in South Dupont, across the street from the historic Mayflower Hotel. Upon reopening in December, Michelin-starred Chef Raphael François has brought back his most popular dishes while teaming with award winning Sushi Master Noriaki Yasutake (formally SEI Restaurant) presenting French/Asian cuisine, including a full sushi menu (signature Fish and Chips Roll) in an informal, cozy, and romantic setting. The specialized wine list includes diversified appellations encompassing regions as unexpected as Macedonia and Portugal, with a concise focus on France, Italy, and California. Also offering a sake menu and selections of Japanese Whiskeys. Le DeSales is available for large parties, semi-private events, and buyouts. Outdoor seating is available, weather permitting.
No reservation is needed for Happy Hour. Please walk in and one of our friendly staff will find you a spot.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French / Japanese, Sushi, Contemporary French / American
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:30 pm Brunch Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 450-3998
Website
http://www.ledesales.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Raphael Francois & Noriaki Yasutake
Catering
Please call us directly at 202-450-3998 or Text AVVII at 202-318-4066
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Le DeSales can accommodate all of your special event needs. Please email your inquiries to billy@ledesales.com
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1725 Desales St NW, Washington, DC 20036
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Conneticut Ave
Parking details
Parking: Le DeSales is located between 2 parking garages with easy access to Le DeSales. Street parking is also an option.
Public transit
Le DeSales is located by the historic Mayflower hotel at 1725 DeSales Street, NW. We're two blocks from Farragut North Metro accessible on the red line and four blocks from the Farragut West Metro accessible on the orange, blue and silver lines. If you are coming for Happy hour, no need to make reservation. The Bar area operates on first come first serve basis and our staff will do our best to find you a seat.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

French Onion Soup$10.00
chicken stock, caramelized onions , gruyere toast
Little Gem Salad$13.00
poppy seed, red onion, pomegranate, french radish, champagne ranch
Garden Salad$15.00
avocado, green dressing, pinenuts, radish, raddichio & kale, crispy quinoa, dill
Beef Tartare$17.00
aioli, capers, chips
Squash Blossom Tempura$13.00
whipped ricotta, lemon, chili
Kale Pistachio Salad$13.00
pomegranate, red onion, carrot, radish, sesame dressing
Shishito Peppers$8.00
Buratta$16.00
heirloom tomato, basil, aged balsamic, olive oil
Deviled Eggs$15.00
caviar, watercress, mayonnaise
Hamachi Crudo$18.00
red onion, soy vinaigrette, olive oil, orange
Salmon Tartare$16.00
cucumber, watermelon, pine nuts, cilantro
Shrimp Cocktail$17.00
6 pieces on ice, lemon, cocktail sauce, Armagnac
Duck Pate$16.00
smoked bourbon, walnuts

Sea & Land

Roasted Salmon 7oz$16.00
lemon, watercress
Whole Branzino$34.00
persillade, baby tomatoes
Fish and Frites$26.00
tartare sauce, panko crusted beer batter, french fries
Pasture Raised Chicken$18.00
roasted breast, tarragon, mushroom, poulette sauce
Rabbit Parpardelle$28.00
rabbit hind leg, chicken jus, dried currant, fresh pasta
Bavette Steak 7oz$24.00
watercress, jus, fresh thyme
Ledesales Cheeseburger$16.00
cabot clothbound cheddar, prosciutto
New York Strip 14oz, Dry Aged$48.00
pistou, arugula, parmesan
T-Bone 32oz, Dry Aged$115.00
peppercorn sauce

Specialty Nigiri

Hamachi Teriyaki
fried ginger
- 2 Pieces$12.00
Scallop Aburi
uni butter, nikiri
- 2 Pieces$13.00
Miso Camembert
- 2 Pieces$12.00
Beef Tartare Nigiri
truffle aioli, nori paste
- 2 Pieces$13.00
Salmon Aburi
miso paste
- 2 Pieces$12.00
Choco Unagi
sansho, chocolate unagi sauce
- 2 Pieces$12.00

Specialty Sushi Roll

Salmon Cilantro
cilantro, spicy miso, baguette crisps
- 6 Pieces$14.00
Hamachi Serrano
chive, jalapeno aioli
- 6 Pieces$14.00
Fish & Chips Roll
red onion, white fish, olive oil, malt vinegar wasabi tartare, potato crisps
- 6 Pieces$15.00
Sos
salmon, strawberry, cucumber, avocado, orange miso
- 6 Pieces$15.00
Spicy Tuna
spicy miso, chive caper
- 6 Pieces$11.00
Salmon Ceviche
corn, cucumber, cilantro, onion, lemon
- 6 Pieces$15.00
Shrimp Beignet
orange curry tartar, asparagus, soy sheet
- 6 Pieces$14.00
Beets Tartare
miso, orange, ginger, garlic
- 6 Pieces$14.00
Smoked Salmon
avocado, arugula, yuzu hollandaise
- 6 Pieces$13.00

Sides

Onion Frites$9.00
beer batter, tartare sauce, parmesan
Green Salad$8.00
Xeres vinegar, shallots
Charred Broccolini$10.00
pinenut, ricotta
French Fries$8.00
grated old parmesan
Wild Rice$8.00
garlic, parsley, chili
Roasted Cauliflower$9.00
green goddes, za'atar
Edamame$7.00
sea salt
Roasted Medley Potatoes$9.00
shiitake mushroom
Roasted Corn$9.00
coconut cream, wild rice, lemongrass

What 904 people are saying

Le DeSales reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Le DeSales offers a delightful fusion of French and Japanese cuisine amidst a vibrant atmosphere. Guests rave about "excellent food" and "attentive service." Highlights include the "bavette," "French onion soup," and "inventive sushi rolls." Despite occasional noise, the restaurant's lively ambiance and "outstanding cocktails" create a memorable dining experience.

904 Reviews

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Elissa VIP
London25 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
We had the French Onion soup, Dijon chicken, salmon sashimi and beet salad. All of it was excellent. The wait staff very attentive and quick. Unfortunately there was a large group of tourists who had been drinking at the restaurant for quite awhile. The men were shouting and laughing loudly. Really made it hard to have a conversation. We did ask the management to ask them to tone it down. Management did absolutely nothing. Very disappointing.
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Carol
Pittsburgh / Western PA1 review
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We stayed at the Mayflower and quickly found Le de sales right across the street. We ate there four nights in Row and were sorry to leave it. We both had the same dish, Bavette, a simple London broil with some water cress on the plate. This dish was so well cooked and satisfying we never tried anything else. It comes with a tiny pitcher of sauce. That’s it. We did have a few other things, a wonderful French onion soup, a very good smoked salmon sushi, some onion rings in a delicious tartare sauce. Garlic spinach. One dessert a bread pudding with orange marmalade. Sublime. It’s noisy when you come on but you adjust. The service was perfection. Fast, smooth, quiet, attentive. It’s a busy place with a very active bar. Prices are reasonable for the quality of the food and the experience. I saw a great looking $20 cheeseburger with fries but I had to have the bavette. We were always glad we were there. My husband reminds me that our first night there he had the salmon and loved it.
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Mathew VIP
Greater Boston9 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
It is a loud space with a vibrant bar scene. Food is excellent. Service on most recent visit was fine but not particularly attentive. I am fond of this restaurant and will continue to frequent.
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Brenda
New Orleans / Louisiana2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible last minute dining experience! Favorite was the fish and chips roll. Loved the seafood platter. So Fresh and tasty , beautifully presented.
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Josephine VIP
New York City16 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The lunch box is amazing and delicious! Will come back for it!!
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Jessica
Nashville6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and wine suggestions were fantastic. I was a solo diner and enjoyed the service - everyone was so attentive! The sashimi was splendid and I throughly plan to make the kale pistachio salad at home!
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Steven VIP
Phoenix / Arizona69 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Delivered Brazino fish entree and cauliflower side dish before salad course. Requested dishes be returned to kitchen until after we ate our salad. No sure if entree and side dish was freshly or reheated.
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Luke
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience, waiter and staff was very nice and attentive. Food was delicious and service was quick
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Ehud VIP
Washington, D.C. Area26 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent place: original tasty dishes, good servings, great service-a reminder of the great SEI on 7th street,with some of the old team and parts of the menu...We will be back soon!
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Aud
Washington, D.C. Area17 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Loved the ambience. Perfect setting for great dinner in cute place. French onion soup is highly recommended. Sushi, Bavette, rabbit pasta were yummy. The only partial disappointment was the burrata. The chutney & bread accompanying were very good but the burrata itself should be creamier. Highly recommend the coffee as well. It’s very very good coffee & the warm cream - nice touch!
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Le DeSales is rated 4.6 stars by 904 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 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

1725 Desales St NW, Washington, DC 20036

Additional information

Cross street
Conneticut Ave
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:30 pm Brunch Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French / Japanese, Sushi, Contemporary French / American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking: Le DeSales is located between 2 parking garages with easy access to Le DeSales. Street parking is also an option.
Public transit
Le DeSales is located by the historic Mayflower hotel at 1725 DeSales Street, NW. We're two blocks from Farragut North Metro accessible on the red line and four blocks from the Farragut West Metro accessible on the orange, blue and silver lines. If you are coming for Happy hour, no need to make reservation. The Bar area operates on first come first serve basis and our staff will do our best to find you a seat.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Raphael Francois & Noriaki Yasutake
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.ledesales.com/
Phone number
(202) 450-3998
Catering
Please call us directly at 202-450-3998 or Text AVVII at 202-318-4066
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Le DeSales can accommodate all of your special event needs. Please email your inquiries to billy@ledesales.com

Le DeSales

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About this restaurant

Additional information

New York Strip 14oz Dry Aged

Hamachi Crudo

Fish and Frites

Charcuterie

Board of (3)$23.00

Board of (5)$32.00

Starters

French Onion Soup$10.00

Little Gem Salad$13.00

Garden Salad$15.00

Beef Tartare$17.00

Squash Blossom Tempura$13.00

Kale Pistachio Salad$13.00

Shishito Peppers$8.00

Buratta$16.00

Deviled Eggs$15.00

Hamachi Crudo$18.00

Salmon Tartare$16.00

Shrimp Cocktail$17.00

Duck Pate$16.00

Sea & Land

Roasted Salmon 7oz$16.00

Whole Branzino$34.00

Fish and Frites$26.00

Pasture Raised Chicken$18.00

Rabbit Parpardelle$28.00

Bavette Steak 7oz$24.00

Ledesales Cheeseburger$16.00

New York Strip 14oz, Dry Aged$48.00

T-Bone 32oz, Dry Aged$115.00

Specialty Nigiri

Hamachi Teriyaki

Scallop Aburi

Miso Camembert

Beef Tartare Nigiri

Salmon Aburi

Choco Unagi

Specialty Sushi Roll

Salmon Cilantro

Hamachi Serrano

Fish & Chips Roll

Sos

Spicy Tuna

Salmon Ceviche

Shrimp Beignet

Beets Tartare

Smoked Salmon

Sides

Onion Frites$9.00

Green Salad$8.00

Charred Broccolini$10.00

French Fries$8.00

Wild Rice$8.00

Roasted Cauliflower$9.00

Edamame$7.00

Roasted Medley Potatoes$9.00

Roasted Corn$9.00

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