Le Clou

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French Restaurant 4.1 (116)


Le Clou offers a delightful dining experience with a focus on French authenticity, receiving praise for its well-executed traditional dishes. The ambiance and attentive service add to the overall charm, making it an enjoyable spot for both intimate dinners and celebrations.

Overall:

4.5

(104 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.3

Atmosphere:

4.6

Service:

4.1


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (202) 742-9777

Address: 222 M St NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Reservable

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Cocktails
  • Dessert
  • Coffee

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Good for Groups

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Paid Street Parking
  • Valet Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

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" I've tried many French restaurants and can confidently say Le Clou stands out. The attention to detail in both the food and service was commendable. The ratatouille was seasonal and bursting with flavor. Truly an exceptional dining experience. " (*Curated Review*)

" Lovely experience! We were fortunate to get seated for dinner without a reservation. The ambiance was lively and the service personnel were attentive. The seafood dishes were especially impressive. Will return for sure! " (*Curated Review*)

" Unfortunately, my experience at Le Clou was not what I expected. The dishes were uninspired and somewhat bland. While the ambiance was nice, it didn’t make up for the food quality. I don't think I'll be back. " (*Curated Review*)

" Dinner at Le Clou was lovely, but there were hiccups. My steak was overcooked and had to be sent back, but the service staff handled it quickly and the food that came back was perfect. Still recommending based on overall vibe. " (*Curated Review*)

" Visited Le Clou for a date night. The ambiance was romantic and upscale. The food was quite good, but a few dishes missed the mark in flavor. However, service was excellent throughout. " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (94)

" I had high hopes after hearing great things, but the dinner was a mixed bag. The duck confit was beautifully prepared but slightly overcooked for my taste. Service was attentive, though! " (*Curated Review*)

" Had a lovely brunch at Le Clou with friends. The croissants were flaky and buttery. The atmosphere was bright and inviting. However, service was slower than expected. Overall, a good experience! " (*Curated Review*)

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