L'Avant-Garde

French Restaurant 4.5 (161)


L'Avant-Garde is a French restaurant that impresses with its modern ambiance and a menu featuring mostly authentic French dishes. Many customers have praised the quality of the ingredients and the creativity behind the flavors, although there's been some feedback regarding specific items lacking the traditional essence one might expect from French cuisine.

Overall:

4.6

(140 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.4

Atmosphere:

4.8

Service:

4.4


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (202) 652-1855

Address: 2915 M St NW, Washington, DC 20007, USA

Opening hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Reservable

Offerings

  • Dinner
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Cocktails
  • Dessert
  • Coffee
  • Vegetarian Options Available

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards

Accessibility

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

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" While the food was quite nice, I can't say it felt genuinely French. Service was attentive, which is a plus. " (*Curated Review*)

" While I enjoyed the meal, I found a few of the sauces too heavy for my taste. The staff, however, provided great service throughout. " (*Curated Review*)

" L'Avant-Garde is a culinary jewel! The seafood dishes are fresh and delicious, but I found the desserts a bit underwhelming. " (*Curated Review*)

" This restaurant blew me away with its food presentation. Each dish was a work of art, but the flavors were even better. A must-visit for any foodie! " (*Curated Review*)

" Amazing meal! The lobster appetizer was bursting with flavor. I can't recommend it highly enough. " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (130)

" Each dish was perfectly executed, and the presentation was stunning. I left with high hopes of returning soon! " (*Curated Review*)

" A fine dining experience worth every penny! The beef tartare was exquisite, showcasing true French culinary expertise. " (*Curated Review*)

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