Le Diplomate

Category: French restaurant in Washington, District of Columbia

Address: Pepe, 1601 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA

Phone: +12023323333

Opening hours

Sunday: 9:30AM–11PM

Monday: 12–3PM

Tuesday: 12–3PM

Wednesday: 12–3PM

Thursday: 12–3PM

Friday: 12–3PM

Saturday: 9:30AM–12AM

Reviews

Galen Ekimov

Sep 26, 2022

This DC classic is just that — a classic. That doesn’t mean it’s overrated. The food is delicious, and the service has always been great. I recommend the beef bourguignon, the steak tartare, the farmers cheese, and the millefeuille.

Shabnam K

Sep 26, 2022

After 4 years of being in DC, I finally tried Le Diplomate. I really don’t understand the hype and people constantly talking about it! The restaurant is beautiful and the vibe is great!! Their bread was reasonable too, but man, the dishes were soooo sooo sooo bad! I ordered steak frites. It was super salty, the beef quality was so bad and the dishes didn’t feel clean. I’m not a picky eater and I couldn’t finish my small dish. The frites were so salty too. Really, it’s hard to mess up French fries…. By far Macdonald french fries tastes better than theirs. My husband got the half a chicken, it was pretty mediocre. It wasn’t terrible but it was as good as wholefoods rotisserie chicken with extra $ signs! 😅 I don’t recommend this restaurant cause the food quality kills the hype.

shawn greene

Sep 25, 2022

I’ve visited le diplomate twice in the past 3 months for brunch. Both times they completely messed up our order and/or delivered lukewarm or cold food. I have been a customer here for over 10 years and their post-COVID service and delivery doesn’t come close to their price point. If you have a big group (8+ people) you’ll be fine as the wait staff has a big tip coming. If you have 2-5 people don’t bother, you’ll receive sub par service. Go get a Le Big Mac at McDonalds instead - you’ll be more satisfied for the price point.

Elisa Vargas

Sep 25, 2022

Stopped in for late dessert. Creme brulee was *excellent*

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Questions & Answers

Is there valet parking?

Mary Freij | Sep 30, 2017
Maria Fischer | Sep 30, 2017

Yes, there is valet parking, at least in the evenings and on weekends.

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Can you make reservations

Darius Carroll Jr | Sep 30, 2018
Daniela Ramos | Sep 30, 2018

Yes

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What are the Covid safety practices like here?

Anonymous | Sep 29, 2022
Eric Noriega | Sep 29, 2021

Masks, temperature checks, and spacing between people. They have a lot more outdoor seating and any indoor seating is very separated.

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Can you purchase gift cards?

colleen worrell | Sep 29, 2020
colleen worrell | Sep 29, 2020

Can you order gift cards over the phone, i live 8n NY, my niece lives in DC

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Y'all got bud light?

Mike Scott | Sep 30, 2018
James Howard | Sep 30, 2018

Get the kronenbourg

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Can you walk in and eat at the bar?

jeffery clark | Sep 30, 2018
Joe Conran | Sep 30, 2018

Yes, but good luck finding a seat at peak times.

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Need to book?

Frédéric Bogey | Sep 30, 2017
Wade | Sep 30, 2017

NOo

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Do you have a private dining room? to seat about 30 people?

Maureen White | May 2, 2022
Barry Downs (FABS) | May 2, 2022

You need to make.special arangements for a group of that size

Is your outdoor seating area heated?

Elaine PapazianEtienne | Sep 29, 2021
Tara Zimnick-Calico | Sep 29, 2021

yes there are heaters

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Are there currently outdoor heaters?

Mallorie VanScoder | Sep 29, 2021
Elizabeth Aviles | Sep 29, 2021

Yes

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Wheelchair access?

Frédéric Bogey | Sep 30, 2017
Frédéric Bogey | Sep 30, 2018

Merci Thank you

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what metro stop closest

Stephanie Deutsch | Sep 22, 2022
A. Farrow | Sep 22, 2022

Probably DuPont Cirle

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Does Le Diplomate have valet parking on Wednesday night

Julie Schuelke | Sep 15, 2022
Alice Herzog | Sep 15, 2022

I am not sure. Most people walk there… public transportation is amazing in DC.

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how big a party do you accept

Kimberly Little | Aug 30, 2022
Chris Fortunato | Aug 30, 2022

I saw a 8 top

What is the parking situation like?

Victoria O'Tool | Jul 31, 2022
Cindy Yang | Jul 31, 2022

Street parking

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Do you have valet parking one PM tuesday april 26,2022.

Alfredo Legaspi | May 2, 2022
Barry Downs (FABS) | May 2, 2022

As needed. Should check before.while getting a reservation

Do they still offer their carafes of house wine during brunch?

jared veerhoff | Mar 3, 2022
Liz T | Mar 3, 2022

The carafes are on the main menu...red and white only

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I was looking to reserve a table and only outside dining was available. Do you have heating lamps?

BConn | Feb 1, 2022
Robin Lotz | Feb 1, 2022

I believe they do. There are tests set up with units

When making a reservation, what is the difference between "outdoor seating" and "outdoor - chalet"?

Trish Johnson | Jan 2, 2022
DHP | Jan 2, 2022

The outdoor chalets are new, and like separate stalls with tables, so you are more isolated from others. They are heated as well (we just had brunch there this past weekend in one of the chalets). The outdoor seating is the regular outdoor patio area which is covered to help with the chilly temps, but shared space outdoors. Hope that helps!

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I am trying to contact the restaurant to make a reservation for 8 Jan 7th?

Toni G. Verstandig | Dec 3, 2021
Lesa Vaughan | Dec 3, 2021

I'm jealous!😉 Enjoy!!!!

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Are dogs allowed in outdoor seating areas?

Joseph Decker | Dec 3, 2021
Mike D | Dec 3, 2021

Yes

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Do you sing for birthdays?

Tim Jacobs | Sep 29, 2021
Unego Yao | Sep 29, 2021

Can be arranged. We have planned weddings, ceremony and birthday party for clients in the past. Need to book ahead of time.

May I have information on gift cards?

Audrey Walker | Sep 29, 2021
Guillaume Aghroum | Sep 29, 2021

I think you should try calling them, you wouls have the most accurate answer !

I want to purchase a gift certificate for $120 USD for a gift. I am from Toronto. Can I do this on line. How?

Mary Cosentino | Sep 29, 2021
Tristan Nichols | Sep 29, 2021

Yes you can Mary. I will provide you with a link to there website to make it easy for you to get a gift card... https://lediplomatedc.com/

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how much dose it cost for 1 person to eat

Kodie Wood | Sep 29, 2020
Sandra Perez | Sep 29, 2020

It depends if you want to get a drink, with one glass of wine, plan for 35/40 bucks, including tip

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Are walk-ins available? Or would it not even be worth trying?

Jennifer Hudson | Sep 30, 2019
M B | Sep 30, 2019

Early evening or later evening might have high tide even the bar is jammed

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What Time does the restaurant open today Friday?

Francis Chucker | Sep 30, 2019
DConHeels Editor | Sep 30, 2019

5 pm

Will you be open at lunchtime, noon or one, on Thanksgiving Day?

Chris strom | Sep 30, 2019
Ray Sandler | Sep 30, 2019

Call them and ask.

Is there a dress code?

Patrick S | Sep 30, 2018
Cynthia Cassell | Sep 30, 2018

Unfortunately no one dresses well anymore, but if you respect yourself and those around you, dress in at least business casual.

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Can I metro there from Bethesda?

Jo-Ann Fiscina | Sep 30, 2018
Karen “kk” Williams | Sep 30, 2018

Not easily. You can get close but it's still an Uber ride away. The nearest redline stop might be Dupont at 17th. Diplomante is on 14th & up a few blocks. Check Google maps & price Uber or cab ride there & back.

do they have a happy hour?

stephenie steinmann | Sep 30, 2018
Crystal Klear | Sep 30, 2018

Sorry, but I don't know.

Do you have gift cards?

Joan Robinson | Sep 30, 2018
Sylvia Smith | Sep 30, 2019

Gift cards

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Do they have valet parking?

Dave McIntyre | Sep 30, 2018
Harry | Sep 30, 2019

Yes

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When do they stop serving brunch? (on Sunday)

Bader AlHendi | Sep 30, 2018
Michael O'Connor | Sep 30, 2018

At around 4pm ...they shift over to dinner

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Do the people working speak french ?

Antonio Vardaro (Napolitano_99) | Sep 30, 2018
Nancy Tanchel | Sep 30, 2018

Some do, not all

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Best filet mignon in town?

Richard Lucas | Sep 30, 2018
Albert Shimabukuro | Sep 30, 2018

As much as I like Le Dip... No, they do not have the best filet mignon in town. A few steak houses in the area that are better (dry aging, quality of cuts, technique, etc.) For 38 dollars though, this place does serve a good quality mignon.

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what hours are preferable to go and fill out an application

Karina Guatemala | Sep 30, 2018
Migdalia Lopez | Sep 30, 2018

If you don't make a reservation between 5:30 to 6:00 pm.

Is there a corkage fee? If so, how much?

Wayne Benjamin | Sep 30, 2018
Andy L | Sep 30, 2018

I don't think so

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Does the restaurant have an event room?

Alex Hayes | Sep 30, 2018
Nabil Moussa | Sep 30, 2018

Yes the restaurant has many. Event spaces

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Do staff speak English and French?

Mylife aserixa | Sep 30, 2018
Harry | Sep 30, 2019

All speak English, some speak French

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