Bustling bistro with vintage posters, mussels by the bucket & other classic French & Belgian fare.
At a glance
#58 of 178 Bars in Washington #93 of 235 Restaurants in WashingtonLocalGuideWorld score: 4.40
Rating breakdown
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5 ★61%
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Quick facts
- What is the rating of Bistrot Du Coin?
- Bistrot Du Coin is rated 4.4 out of 5 based on 1,439 reviews.
- How does Bistrot Du Coin rank in Washington?
- Bistrot Du Coin is #58 of 178 Bars in Washington by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Bistrot Du Coin located?
- 1738 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009 — 1.6 km from the center of Washington.
- How can I contact Bistrot Du Coin?
- Phone: (202) 234-6969 · Website: bistrotducoin.com
The rabbit stew was amazing! It was recommended to me; I wouldn’t of thought to order it. But it was so good! The meat fell off the bone. And the mustard sauce was delicious! Great wine too.
We came here because my cousin loves lemon tarts and remembers having a good one here some years ago. We ordered 3 dishes: Moules marinieres with fries, steak with fries, Coq au vin with gratine dauphinois. The Coq au Vin was perfect in every way. The flavor was deep, intense without being overwhelming, the meat juicy and nicely cooked, it is likely the best Coq au Vin I have ever had. The gratine dauphinois was seasoned with nutmeg which is not original to this restaurant but still a masterful stroke of flavor balance. I dont generally care for creamy potatoes but I was very glad I tried this. Unfortunately, this was the end of the good experiences . The fries were soggy and overcooked, it seemed as though they had been refried in an attempt to refresh them. Because my aunt asked for a well done steak she got meat so overcooked it was tough and dry and could not be redeemed by the bearnaise, now I'm willing to forgive the revenge cooking of the steak when it has been ordered inappropriately but when I started finding grating bits very reminiscent of sand while eating my mussels I was thoroughly disappointed. It wasn't so sandy as to be inedible but there were more than 5 in my large order of mussels which were quite the unpleasant surprise. The final nail was the dessert. We ordered the tarte au citron and a tarte tatin. Both crusts were wet without any crunch whatsoever, the flavor was passable but could not redeem the failed texture, the topping meringue was very dry but both fillings were fine. The service was ok for the most part and occasionally even good but there were so many inexcusable faults with the food that I just cannot see myself returning here which is a shame because I am not likely to forget that Coq au vin anytime soon.
This place was lively. Tables were available. Food was delicious. The server was nice and helpful.
The food was okay, lacking more seasoning. The steak was cooked right. The only thing was my food came out Luke warm and the fries were cold. I also didn’t like the layout of the restaurant and it looked very uninviting upstairs. Idk if I would ever take someone on a date here. Maybe causal dinner with friends. The server was good, but I kept having to get her attention and she wasn’t coming upstairs often :/ entrees were around or over $30.
We spotted Bistrot Du Coin as we walked past and I'm glad we stopped to check the menu. I made reservations for the following night and we were not disappointed.
The Moules a la Bretonne (mussels in a wonderful lobster bisque) was delicious, so flavorful and rich! The smaller portion was still enough for two.
The Filet de Boeuf Poele was tender and it, too, was a nice portion. The meal definitely satisfied my craving for French cuisine.
The restaurant is very busy so if you're intending to go, reservations are recommended.
The Moules a la Bretonne (mussels in a wonderful lobster bisque) was delicious, so flavorful and rich! The smaller portion was still enough for two.
The Filet de Boeuf Poele was tender and it, too, was a nice portion. The meal definitely satisfied my craving for French cuisine.
The restaurant is very busy so if you're intending to go, reservations are recommended.
Good food, friendly and efficient staff, incredibly quick service. My favorite was the French onion soup. I got the chocolate mousse to go, which was also fantastic. The restaurant was busy, but they are a very well-oiled machine and I still got great customer service. Definitely recommend!
I adore French cafes and this one did not disappoint! The vibe is super French. The mussels are fabulous! THE BREAD was AMAZING. Service was top notch and we enjoyed a delightful dinner here. Prices are reasonable. Highly recommend!
Absolutely lovely. The food was amazing and the bread was so fresh and warm. Highly recommend getting some pieces to dip in your leftover cheese. Not a cool date night vibe, but definitely cozy and familiar. Staff is very attentive, but let you enjoy your meal and the atmosphere. Looking forward to returning even if it’s just for the bread.
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