Best French Restaurants in the DMV

3 hand-picked French restaurants across the DMV — ratings, price ranges, addresses, and directions for each.

Our directory features 3 hand-picked French restaurants across Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia. You'll find them in neighborhoods like 14th Street, Bethesda, Great Falls, from $$ spots to $$$ dining rooms. The highest-rated French pick in our directory right now is Le Diplomate in 14th Street, at 4.6 out of 5. Every listing below links to a full detail page with the address, phone number, price range, and directions, so you can compare options and pick the right spot for your night out. We keep this list curated rather than exhaustive — each restaurant here was added to the directory on its merits, and the ratings shown come from our listings data.

Le Diplomate

Le Diplomate

DC

A beloved French bistro serving classic dishes in a stunning Parisian-inspired setting on 14th Street. Known for its steak frites and weekend brunch.

Praline Bakery & Bistro

Praline Bakery & Bistro

MD

Charming French bakery and bistro in Bethesda serving artisan pastries, crepes, and savory brunch dishes. The croissants and macarons are baked fresh daily.

L'Auberge Chez Francois

L'Auberge Chez Francois

VA

Longstanding, celebrated Alsatian French restaurant in the Great Falls countryside, known for classic fine dining and its garden setting.