La Chaumiere

4.9

4810 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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2 people

Dec 11, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 43 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for fine wines

La Chaumière is as close as it gets to dining in a French country inn. Celebrating 48 years, La Chaumière features traditional dishes like escargots en coquille, boudin blanc, quenelles of pike, cassoulet and Grand Marnier souffle. Chef Javier's specials reflect a modern approach to seasonal produce, seafood and game with favorites like baked oysters, Dover sole and our speciality, housemate Boudin Blanc. La Chaumière has won the 100 Best Restaurants award 29 times since 1978! We will be serving Al fresco as soon as the weather permits, please reserve, outdoor space is limited. Parking is available at the Four Seasons Hotel for $30 with validation stamp.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Contemporary French
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(202) 338-1784
Website
http://www.lachaumieredc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Javier Rincon
Private party facilities
Two private rooms: Terrace/front room seats up to 15 guests, and upstairs/2nd floor seats up to 40 guests. Customized menus available upon request.

Location
2813 M Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20007
Neighborhood
Georgetown
Cross street
28th St. NW
Parking details
Street parking. We offer valet parking at the Four Seasons Hotel for $20 when you bring your valet check to us at your lunch or dinner.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Year's Eve
Dec 31, 2024 only
Join us for our $120 per person prix fixe menu on New Year's Eve! Menu details can be found on our website at lachaumieredc.com. Only our prix fixe menu will be available on this day.

Popular dishes

Torchon de Foie Gras au Cognac$30.00
Duck Foie Gras Torchon au Cognac, Brioche Toast & Cassis Sauce
Soup du Jour$15.00
Gratinée Lyonnaise$15.00
Baked onion soup
Bisque de Homard$15.00
Lobster Bisque
Terrine de Pâté Maison$16.00
Country style house made pâté
Saumon Fumé de Norvege$16.00
Norwegian smoked salmon
Assorted Artisanal Cheese Plate$22.00
Featuring four cheeses
Huitres Fraîches$0.00
Fresh oysters on the half shell
- Priced Daily$0.00
Moules Farcies à la Bourguignonne$14.00
Mussels baked in garlic butter
Emmenthal Cheese Soufflé$19.00
Allow 15 minutes
Le Boudin Blanc$16.00
A house specialty: chicken & pork sausage, madeira sauce & caramelized apples
Quenelle de Brochet Sauce Homard$17.00
A house specialty: pike dumpling with lobster sauce
Escargots Bourguignons$16.00
Snails baked in garlic & parsley butter
Salade Maison$15.00
Medley of farm lettuces, house vinaigrette
Salade Caesar$15.00
Romaine lettuce, anchovy and parmesan cheese dressing

Les Speciaux

Tartare de Betterave et Rillettes de Truite a la Moutarde$19.00
Red Beet Tartare, Dijon Homemade Rainbow Trout Rillettes, Sherry Vinaigrette, Lemon Chive Crema
Moules de PEI Indochine$25.00
PEI Blue Point Mussels, Coconut, Lemongrass Ginger Sauce, Cilantro Leaves, Toasted Baguette
Bouquet de Gambas Provençale$21.00
Sauteed Jumbo Shrimp, Fingerling Potato, Fresh Tomato Concasse, Garlic, Smoked Paprika, Chive Emulsion
Cinderella de Fruits de Mer$56.00
Fresh Maine Lobster, Sea Scallops, Gulf Shrimp, Oyster Mushrooms, Zucchini, Lobster Cognac Sauce
Tournedos Rossini Sauce Perigourdine$59.00
Seared Beef Tenderloin, Toasted Brioche, Fresh Spinach, Homemade Duck Foie Gras Black Truffle Sauce
Cote de Veau au Chanterelles$57.00
Cast iron seared, Milk Fed Veal Chop, Russet potato Gratin, Fresh Chanterelles Mushrooms, Sherry Cream Sauce

Les Entrées

Carré d'Agneau Rôti$49.00
Roasted rack of lamb with mustard, herbs and garlic crust
Médaillons de Venaison$37.00
Medallions of venison, sauce poivrade and sweet potato purée
Le Boudin Blanc aux Truffles$37.00
A house specialty: chicken & pork sausage, madeira sauce & caramelized apples
Steak au Poivre$49.00
Seared 12 oz. center cut aged new york strip steak, green and black peppercorn sauce
Magret de Canard$38.00
Marinated duck breast, black currant sauce
Scalopines de Veau Normande$39.00
Veal scaloppini, apple brandy cream sauce & mushrooms
Fricassée du Pêcheur$38.00
Fish stew with clams, mussels, scallops & shrimp seasoned with aïoli emulsion
Tripes Chaumiere$36.00
Tripes Braised With Carrot, Leek, Tomato, Calvados
Foie de Veau à l'Échalotte$37.00
Calf's liver sautéed with shallots & vinegar
Coquilles St. Jacques Provençale$43.00
Sautéed sea scallops, garlic and tomatoes
Cassoulet "Toulousain" (Thursdays)$42.00
Hearty dish of duck confit, lamb stew and sausage on a bed of baked cannellini beans on a bed of baked cannellini beans
Medallions de Boeuf$46.00
Grilled beef medallions, sauce bordelaise
Ris de Veau$38.00
Sautéed veal sweetbreads, wild mushrooms and madeira wine sauce
Fresh Dover Sole "Meuniére"$55.00
Fresh imported dover sole sautéed in lemon butter and parsley
Saumon Mariné en Croûte$39.00
Marinated salmon baked in puff pastry, champagne-dill sauce
Truite Amandine$37.00
Fresh boned rainbow trout, lemon butter & almonds
Quenelle de Brochet Sauce Homard$36.00
A house specialty: pike dumpling with lobster sauce

Desserts

Soufflé au Chocolat, Grand Marnier ou Raspberry$16.00
Chocolate or grand Marnier soufflé, sabayon/raspberry sauce (please order with your dinner)
Tarte aux Pommes$16.00
Warm apple tart, caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream (please order with your dinner)

What 4,810 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
French
District of Columbia
Best Overall
District of Columbia
Best Food
District of Columbia
Great for fine wines
District of Columbia
French

Review summary

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La Chaumiere offers an authentic French experience in the heart of DC. Guests rave about the "best escargots" and "wonderful soufflés." The restaurant boasts a charming decor reminiscent of a French country inn. With "impeccable service" and a diverse menu, it's a favorite for locals and visitors alike.

4,810 Reviews

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Larz
Washington DC
224 reviews
vip
5.0
224 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Amid a proliferation of places all serving the same "bistro" menus, La Chaumiere stands out for consistently producing credible examples of class French cuisine bourgeois. Dishes not to be found on any other DC restaurant's menus (quenelles, rognons de veau, venison) well executed. Which is why it was crowded on a Monday night. Decent wine list -- mostly above $100. Good service. Can come back to this place time after time to try new dishes beyond the favorites.
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Linda
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gracious hospitality, warm surroundings and delicious Dover sole and Grand Marnier soufflé. A+
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Charles
Washington DC
115 reviews
vip
5.0
115 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I have been regulars at La Chaumiere for decades with a shift mostly to lunches since our retirements about 10 years ago. So dinner last night with friends after a concert was a needed reminder of the special pleasure we had not realized we've been missing. The atmosphere during dinner on a cold night at La Chaumiere is really something special. The romantic (gas) fireplace in the center of the main dining area is one key ingredient but the understated authenticity of the aged, provincial setting, the expertise, courtesy and familiarity of the staff, tables filled with other locals and long-time regulars, and of course the dependable excellence of each classic dish with just the right wine. We love our full, leisurely lunches at La Chaumiere. But full, leisurely dinners are back on our radar!
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Julia
Philadelphia
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Impeccable service. Lovely rustic French atmosphere. The baked oysters appetizer was delicious!
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Charles
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My first time at this cozy French restaurant in Georgetown. The food was amazing, the waiters were knowledgeable and speedy, and the ambiance was delightful. Perfect evening.
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Paul
San Francisco
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The perfect atmosphere for a quite and romantic dinner. The food was outstanding. What you would expect from a fine French restaurant.
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Luis
Richmond
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delightful lunch, very nice ambience, courteous reception and very attentive waiter. We did not feel rushed. The restaurant had the nice gesture to offer us a glass of champagne to toast for our anniversary. Needless to say, the food and the wine were top.
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Debbie
Wilmington
21 reviews
vip
3.0
21 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We enjoyed the house pate and my husband liked the lamb he ordered. However, the Dover sole was a huge disappointment. The fish was thin, a bit mushy, and not flavorful. Definitely not worth the $55 price! The creme brulee was okay but not nearly as good as you would expect from such a nice restaurant. Our waiter never asked us if we liked the wine or the food.
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Barbara
Washington DC
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a treat. Great traditional French food and friendly service.
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John
Washington DC
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice to have at least one restaurant in DC that preserves old world elegance and efficiency.
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FAQs

La Chaumiere offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 338-1784.

La Chaumiere is rated 4.9 stars by 4810 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 11, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 43 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

2813 M Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20007

Additional information

Cross street
28th St. NW
Neighborhood
Georgetown
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Contemporary French
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street parking. We offer valet parking at the Four Seasons Hotel for $20 when you bring your valet check to us at your lunch or dinner.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Javier Rincon
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lachaumieredc.com/
Phone number
(202) 338-1784
Private party facilities
Two private rooms: Terrace/front room seats up to 15 guests, and upstairs/2nd floor seats up to 40 guests. Customized menus available upon request.

La Chaumiere

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

New Year's Eve

Emmenthal Cheese Soufflé

Fresh Dover Sole "Meuniére"

Salad Nicoise

Les Hors d'Œuvres

Torchon de Foie Gras au Cognac$30.00

Soup du Jour$15.00

Gratinée Lyonnaise$15.00

Bisque de Homard$15.00

Terrine de Pâté Maison$16.00

Saumon Fumé de Norvege$16.00

Assorted Artisanal Cheese Plate$22.00

Huitres Fraîches$0.00

Moules Farcies à la Bourguignonne$14.00

Emmenthal Cheese Soufflé$19.00

Le Boudin Blanc$16.00

Quenelle de Brochet Sauce Homard$17.00

Escargots Bourguignons$16.00

Salade Maison$15.00

Salade Caesar$15.00

Les Speciaux

Tartare de Betterave et Rillettes de Truite a la Moutarde$19.00

Moules de PEI Indochine$25.00

Bouquet de Gambas Provençale$21.00

Cinderella de Fruits de Mer$56.00

Tournedos Rossini Sauce Perigourdine$59.00

Cote de Veau au Chanterelles$57.00

Les Entrées

Carré d'Agneau Rôti$49.00

Médaillons de Venaison$37.00

Le Boudin Blanc aux Truffles$37.00

Steak au Poivre$49.00

Magret de Canard$38.00

Scalopines de Veau Normande$39.00

Fricassée du Pêcheur$38.00

Tripes Chaumiere$36.00

Foie de Veau à l'Échalotte$37.00

Coquilles St. Jacques Provençale$43.00

Cassoulet "Toulousain" (Thursdays)$42.00

Medallions de Boeuf$46.00

Ris de Veau$38.00

Fresh Dover Sole "Meuniére"$55.00

Saumon Mariné en Croûte$39.00

Truite Amandine$37.00

Quenelle de Brochet Sauce Homard$36.00

Desserts

Soufflé au Chocolat, Grand Marnier ou Raspberry$16.00

Tarte aux Pommes$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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