Petite Cerise

Petite Cerise reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Anne

   Washington DC30 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Attentive, knowledgeable service combined with a menu perfectly matched to the season which was executed very, very well by the chef(s).
   

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   Leonard

   Washington DC1 review

   4.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The meal and restaurant experience were excellent. However, a 20% fixed service charge was not indicated on the menu which I have found to be the norm at other restaurants that levy this charge.
   

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   Shelli

   Tampa1 review

   2.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Our waitress was Sophia D. She was inattentive and never stopped by to ask how our food or drinks were. We were left unchecked with empty cocktails for over 15 minutes. In fact, one of the support staff asked us if he could place an order for another round of drinks for us when he brought our entree out. I got the soft shell crab. It didn't arrive warm and the flavors were unbalanced. My husband said his steak dish was "okay" for the most part but found it to be slightly chewy. No one had bothered to ask how he would like it prepared. Again, she never checked on us after dinner came out to ask us how things were tasting. My husband put our credit card on the table after waiting. She walked over, took it without asking if we'd like anything else OR saying anything at all, and then brought the check back. She said "thanks" put the bill down and walked away. It is easy to provide poor service when the gratuity is already added on.
   

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   Michael

   Washington DC91 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had an absolutely fantastic meal with some friends this evening at Petite Cerise! The $68 4-course prix fixe menu was absolutely delicious and the service was amazing. Our group of 4 had different items for most courses and were amazed by the flavors with the various sauces and accompaniments. Wines were fantastic (and reasonably priced - unusual these days) as well. Can’t wait to return!
   

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   Scott VIP

   Washington DC28 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 22, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   As always the food was yummy and the pistachio profiteroles were out-of-this world delicious— among the best desserts I’ve eaten. The prix-fixe option is one of the best deals in town. One of the things I enjoy here is the graciousness of the service, but tonight our meal was undermined by inattentive and somewhat smug service. It may have been a matter of the server having more tables than he could handle, but the vibe was off compared to past visits.
   

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   Danna VIP

   Washington DC3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our third visit to Petite Cerise; it never disappoints. Every dish was unique, delicious, and memorable. Breakfast radish on smoke riccota, oysters gratinee, bok choy, parisian gnocchi, soft shelled crab... every one was a winner. The Little Cheery Sour is an incredibly good cocktail. Service was wonderful. The whole experience is a pleasure.
   

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   PATTI VIP

   Washington DC9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was delish. We really enjoyed it will return
   

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   marie VIP

   Washington DC10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Terrific! A hidden gem. Everything about our Easter brunch was perfect.
   

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   P

   Washington DC23 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 19, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This is a wonderful place with very good food and first rate service. I've been twice and each time was great. Shout out to our servers James and Kasey.
   

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    Vishal

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    My experience was very good. The food was exquisite and flavorful and full of surprises.
    

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