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Inventive takes on French classics are turned out at this elegant spot with lots of outdoor seating.
Address and Contact Information
Address: at Willard InterContinental, 1401 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004
Phone: (202) 942-7000
Website: http://www.cafeduparc.com/
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Reservations: opentable.com
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Reviews
beyondTabu
We stopped in for lunch after a bit of sightseeing around the mall and were pleasantly impressed. Both the restaurant and hotel are tastefully decorated, and the festive touches truly captured the Christmas spirit without feeling overdone.
The staff were attentive and proactive, thoughtfully asking about allergies and carefully adhering to the instructions provided. This level of diligence was especially appreciated, as we’ve encountered challenges with this at other establishments in the area. Their professionalism did not go unnoticed.
The space itself strikes a lovely balance—beautifully styled, warm and homely, yet still open and spacious. The food was well presented and delivered on flavor. We sampled a few different dishes along with dessert, and each one was thoroughly enjoyable.
We’ll definitely be back to explore more of the menu soon.
… moreThe staff were attentive and proactive, thoughtfully asking about allergies and carefully adhering to the instructions provided. This level of diligence was especially appreciated, as we’ve encountered challenges with this at other establishments in the area. Their professionalism did not go unnoticed.
The space itself strikes a lovely balance—beautifully styled, warm and homely, yet still open and spacious. The food was well presented and delivered on flavor. We sampled a few different dishes along with dessert, and each one was thoroughly enjoyable.
We’ll definitely be back to explore more of the menu soon.
Leslie Castillo
We had a wonderful time. Made reservations for 7pm and at 6:50pm we received a text saying our table was ready. Service was prompt and food was delicious. My husband had the steak frites and I had the Plat de Jour which was the special of the day and it was lobster, shrimp and vegetables in a French cream sauce. Absolutely delicious! Our waiter was very kind and sweet. He brought us a cream brûlée that was also soo good. Thank you for making our night special!
… moreBella J
I had such high hopes here. Solid 3.5 stars.
1. Reservation: they require it despite it is half empty
2. Food: 3.5 stars
It isn’t bad, but for the price, location and everything, it is not as good.
– steak salad: meh
– burger: was bad and I never thought I’d say this. Meat was fine the bread was terrible
– French onion soup: it is just okay
3. Drinks: okay
Decent selection of wine. Mixed drinks were just tolerable.
4. Service: 4 stars
Professional, a bit too much ‘checking-in’ and won’t even let us speak in peace. There was no need to keep checking us since there was no one and they didn’t need their table back soon! Just felt rushed or pushed to order more. For 2 people, we bought a lot!
5. Dessert: 4 stars
– creme brulee was very buttery.. it was mildly off. Hard to explain, but just not it.
– cake: dry!
– cappuccino and tea all came out nicely
For such an upscale place, it was disappointing. Great view from the window though! You can’t see anything sitting.. you gotta get up to see through the window.
… more1. Reservation: they require it despite it is half empty
2. Food: 3.5 stars
It isn’t bad, but for the price, location and everything, it is not as good.
– steak salad: meh
– burger: was bad and I never thought I’d say this. Meat was fine the bread was terrible
– French onion soup: it is just okay
3. Drinks: okay
Decent selection of wine. Mixed drinks were just tolerable.
4. Service: 4 stars
Professional, a bit too much ‘checking-in’ and won’t even let us speak in peace. There was no need to keep checking us since there was no one and they didn’t need their table back soon! Just felt rushed or pushed to order more. For 2 people, we bought a lot!
5. Dessert: 4 stars
– creme brulee was very buttery.. it was mildly off. Hard to explain, but just not it.
– cake: dry!
– cappuccino and tea all came out nicely
For such an upscale place, it was disappointing. Great view from the window though! You can’t see anything sitting.. you gotta get up to see through the window.
David Lo
We went for Sunday brunch and had the eggs benedict, French onion soup, house salad, and a kids roast salmon. Everything was very tasty and we were particularly impressed with the presentation and quality of the kids meal with the mashed potatoes and green beans. The environment was lovely and classy, with attentive friendly service. A very enjoyable break from our sightseeing for the day.
… moreLiz O.
French food is ooh la la! From escargot to the french croissant and chocolate mousse, everything here has been divine to my taste buds. The coffee is not cheap. It is top quality. You can sit outside on the patio and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Who knows, you may come across someone famous!
… moreSebastian Moguel
They overcharged us a bottle of sparkling water. Our waiter was rude, but a girl helping him was very nice to us. Food was good.
… moreTaylor Fulwider
We were walking back towards our hotel when we passed by this spot. We were seated right away outside (our choice) and chose to participate in their Restaurant Week menu. Ended up sharing french onion soup/crab cakes + ny strip/scallops + creme brûlée/peach basil tart. It was a great menu deal and atmosphere outside. Pleasantly surprised!
… moreClayton Scelzi (CScelzi)
I hit up Café du Parc at 1401 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC, for a bite, and it was a solid experience with some real French vibes right by the White House. This place, tucked into the Willard InterContinental, feels like a Parisian café with a DC twist.
I grabbed a spot on their outdoor terrace, which was awesome—great views of Pershing Park and the World War I Memorial. It’s perfect for people-watching with a coffee in hand. The inside’s nice too, but the terrace is where it’s at on a good day.
For food, I went with the salmon tartine and the crab cakes. The tartine was fresh and light, with perfectly smoked salmon on crusty bread, topped with just enough dill and cream to make it pop without being heavy. The crab cakes were a win—crispy outside, tender inside, and packed with crab, not filler. The remoulade sauce had a nice kick. I was tempted by the crème brûlée for dessert but passed since I was stuffed. The menu’s got other solid options like steak frites and salads, plus a kids’ menu if you’re with family.
Service was mostly on point. Our server was friendly, and you can tell folks like Juan, who’s been there forever, know their stuff. That said, it took a minute to get my iced tea refilled, which was a bit annoying but not a big deal. Drinks were good—I had a French-inspired cocktail that went well with the meal, though it was a tad pricey for the size.
The vibe’s lively, but it can get loud indoors, which might bug you if you’re after something chill. Prices are what you’d expect for a fancy spot in this location—not cheap, but the quality’s there. I heard a grumble from another table about a server pushing for a bigger tip, but my bill was fine.
Overall, Café du Parc’s a great pick for a nice lunch or dinner with a view. The food’s legit, the terrace is a gem, and it’s got that French charm. I’d give it a 5 out of 5 and will probably swing back for their brunch.
… moreI grabbed a spot on their outdoor terrace, which was awesome—great views of Pershing Park and the World War I Memorial. It’s perfect for people-watching with a coffee in hand. The inside’s nice too, but the terrace is where it’s at on a good day.
For food, I went with the salmon tartine and the crab cakes. The tartine was fresh and light, with perfectly smoked salmon on crusty bread, topped with just enough dill and cream to make it pop without being heavy. The crab cakes were a win—crispy outside, tender inside, and packed with crab, not filler. The remoulade sauce had a nice kick. I was tempted by the crème brûlée for dessert but passed since I was stuffed. The menu’s got other solid options like steak frites and salads, plus a kids’ menu if you’re with family.
Service was mostly on point. Our server was friendly, and you can tell folks like Juan, who’s been there forever, know their stuff. That said, it took a minute to get my iced tea refilled, which was a bit annoying but not a big deal. Drinks were good—I had a French-inspired cocktail that went well with the meal, though it was a tad pricey for the size.
The vibe’s lively, but it can get loud indoors, which might bug you if you’re after something chill. Prices are what you’d expect for a fancy spot in this location—not cheap, but the quality’s there. I heard a grumble from another table about a server pushing for a bigger tip, but my bill was fine.
Overall, Café du Parc’s a great pick for a nice lunch or dinner with a view. The food’s legit, the terrace is a gem, and it’s got that French charm. I’d give it a 5 out of 5 and will probably swing back for their brunch.
Camilo Ramirez
My wife and I stopped in for breakfast on a Sunday morning. This is a very nice French cafe that will remind you of an outdoor cafe in France. We had planned to sit outside for breakfast but unfortunately it was raining when we arrived. We sat upstairs and my wife had the Belgian waffles which were excellent and I had the three egg omelette and it was really good. The server was great and made sure our coffee was always topped off. We wanted to have some pastries downstairs on our way out, but we were too full to do that. Looking forward to stopping in the next time we are in the area. Neither of us had a single complaint about this place, it was great.
… moreMerytel Rodriguez
Café du Parc is one of those places that I MUST go to EVERY time I’m in DC and dream about when I’m not there. The food is amazing, the service is fantastic, and the atmosphere is just exquisite. We’ve been to Café du Parc for Breakfast and Lunch (can’t wait to go for tea or dinner one day) and have always left happy and fully satisfied. This time around we got the Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict which was a great balance for salty, creamy, and soft. We also got the omelette which comes with the choice of one protein (we went with ham) and as any of the veggie options as you wanted (we chose all of them). It was super filling without feeling heavy. The breakfast potatoes came with both meals and were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. We ordered the orange juice and while I LOVED that it had pulp, I know others don’t so keep that in mind if you decide to get it. Overall, this is one of my favorite restaurants and I can’t wait to go back to DC just to eat here!
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