
At Apéro you can enjoy classic French cuisine, caviar and a. Award winning wine list and cocktails. The restaurant can seat 45 people inside and another 16 on its garden patio. Upstairs attic La Boheme is a whimsical tasting menu with a rotating artist theme. Chef Jenn Castaneda-Jones has playful and elegant creativity.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2622 P St NW, Washington, DC 20007
Phone: (202) 525-1682
Website: https://aperodc.com/
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Reviews
One of our favorite things about dining here is the cocktail pairings. It’s such a refreshing alternative to the usual wine pairings you see at most restaurants. The bar team clearly puts thought into how each drink complements the food, and the result is something really unique—you get bold, creative flavors that enhance the meal in surprising ways. It’s not just a pairing; it’s an experience.
The food itself is exceptional. The Miyazaki menu especially stands out—every dish is beautifully balanced, layered, and packed with umami. There’s obviously great precision behind the scenes, but it never feels fussy. You can tell the kitchen knows exactly what it’s doing and has fun doing it.
Service is consistently great—friendly, attentive, and informed, without being overbearing. Everyone we’ve interacted with has been warm and genuinely enthusiastic about the menu, which makes the whole experience feel even more special.
La Bohème is one of those rare places that sticks with you. It’s inventive but grounded, elegant without the attitude, and we’re already looking forward to our next visit.
Each time we’ve dined here, we’ve experienced something completely different, yet it always feels true to the restaurant’s identity: refined but approachable, creative without being showy. The current Miyazaki menu is rich and deeply flavorful—full of unexpected combinations that work beautifully together. It’s the kind of food that makes you slow down and pay attention.
The space itself is warm and intimate, perfect for a date night or a small dinner with friends. The staff strike that ideal balance of knowledgeable and relaxed—always attentive, but never hovering. It’s the kind of service that makes you feel well taken care of without drawing attention to itself.
La Bohème has quickly become a favorite of ours. It’s the kind of place that keeps you curious and coming back. Highly recommend for anyone who loves thoughtful food in a beautiful setting.
Long version: Wife and I discovered La Boheme during their Lord of the Rings theme on the recommendation of a friend. This restaurant creates dishes and paired cocktails in line with an ongoing theme (Lord of the Rings on our first visit). Food and cocktails were amazing. We learned they change the theme up every 3-4 months, and decided to try and come back whenever they introduce a new theme. Since Lord of the Rings, we’ve been back for the Studio Ghibli, Edgar Allen Poe, and Queen (the band) themes as well. It’s been enjoyable every time.
The staff are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. They put a lot of effort into researching each theme and having at least a general knowledge of the lore behind what they’re presenting (though I hope none of the staff were made to read the Silmarillion for the LotR theme).
The closest thing I have to a caveat is this: It’s fine dining in Georgetown, and the cost reflects that (though there are far more expensive restaurants in the area that aren’t nearly as unique). If you’re from the area, you already know how Georgetown is, but maybe a tourist would be surprised? For what you’re paying, its a very fun and enjoyable experience and worth attending at least once per new theme they introduce.