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Le Sel, Washington, DC

Le Sel

4.1
4.1
177 Reviews
$50 and over
French
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Award-winning restaurant, Walter Silva, Executive Chef won the prestigious award for "Best Cassoulet in the World" competing with 39 other chefs. -"Cassoulet War" 2024 Edition, NYC-
Aside from that exclusive garden down the street, Le Sel is DC’s only seven-day-a-week garden party. Created for those seeking refuge, the restaurant is housed in a plush French garden setting, creating a celebration of the outside… for insiders.
At Le Sel the goal is not to be a part of the seen-and-be-seen crowd - instead, it’s an intimate refuge away from the prying eyes of DC.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, French American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 234-6390
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Walter Silva
  • Catering
    PLANNING AN EVENT? Request a Proposal Let us help you organize a custom meeting that's anything but business as usual. Just email us at Sales@thebanneker.com or call us at 202-234-6393, and an expert member of our team will be in touch to guide you through all the details to ensure your event is a success.
  • Private party facilities
    PLANNING AN EVENT? Request a Proposal Let us help you organize a custom meeting that's anything but business as usual. Just email us at Sales@thebanneker.com or call us at 202-234-6393, and an expert member of our team will be in touch to guide you through all the details to ensure your event is a success.
  • Neighborhood
    Dupont Circle
  • Cross street
    16th St NW & O Street NW
  • Parking details
    O and P St
  • Public transit
    Dupont Circle Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 177 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1
4.1 based on all time ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

177 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Tampa

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the service was amazing. It was a wonderful experience.

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  2. RobertV

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great chef - ate there for dinner and breakfast and it was spectacular.

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  3. MikellR

    VIP

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and great drink selection in a beautiful and elegant atmosphere. Service was good, but for such a price point could have been better.

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  4. MKC128

    VIP

    Miami

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, I cannot recommend the Cassoulet Toulousain enough. Service was a bit slow but the waiters were all quite knowledgeable and offered quality advice. The ambience is a subtle elegance and the aesthetics of the interior reflect its modern French style.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate here several times during my trip to DC and every dish we had was excellent. Some of the best food we had the entire trip. The service was top notch and we never had to wait for a table. If I lived on DC I would be going back regularly.

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  6. CHER

    Washington DC

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Exceptional service, and reasonable pricing.

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  7. Lori

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Slow service, mediocre food. Muscles were full of sand. Just not so wonderful. Service was slow. I had to ask for a check and a menu!

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  8. dkimmel960

    New York State

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was amazing! Some of the best French cuisine I have had since being in Paris. Service was phenomenal as well!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 23, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Portions were a bit small, and though it was 85° outside and for a half hour, we were the only party there, they brought us water only once.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was definite lacking where I had to hail other waiters/waitresses to bring a steak knife and refill water. I would get it if there are a lot of people but it’s only a few tables and that’s bothersome. To speak loudly to call for assistance instead of being checked upon is not good for the restaurant businesses. Also the food portion for octopus and the appetizers such as the bread sea salt is so small that it’s a joke. I think we can eat elsewhere for the price we paid. And where in the world do we get gratuity tax included into the receipt???

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Le Sel is rated 4.1 stars by 177 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Le Sel

1315 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20005-2205

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    16th St NW & O Street NW
  • Neighborhood
    Dupont Circle
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, French American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    O and P St
  • Public transit
    Dupont Circle Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Walter Silva
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 234-6390
  • Catering
    PLANNING AN EVENT? Request a Proposal Let us help you organize a custom meeting that's anything but business as usual. Just email us at Sales@thebanneker.com or call us at 202-234-6393, and an expert member of our team will be in touch to guide you through all the details to ensure your event is a success.
  • Private party facilities
    PLANNING AN EVENT? Request a Proposal Let us help you organize a custom meeting that's anything but business as usual. Just email us at Sales@thebanneker.com or call us at 202-234-6393, and an expert member of our team will be in touch to guide you through all the details to ensure your event is a success.
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