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Bastille, Alexandria, VA

Bastille

4.7
4.7
3062 Reviews
$31 to $50
French
A photo of Bastille restaurant

Bastille

4.7
$31 to $50
French
Alexandria

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Bastille Brasserie & Bar is located at the corner of North Fayette & Pendleton Street in Alexandria VA.

Chefs Christophe & Michelle Poteaux's award winning restaurant & bar, located in Old Town Alexandria, has continuously offered guests fresh takes on classic French cuisine, all within our quaint neighborhood brasserie.

Our creations are rooted in the use of seasonal, locally sourced and farm fresh ingredients. Our passion for French food, wine & culture is what we celebrate daily with all of Alexandria & the DMV. Enjoy our casual atmosphere in one of our dining rooms, in our Bar-Café, or at one of our outdoor tables; where locals and travelers love to relax.
We thank you for giving us a visit & we hope you’ll return, hungry for more.
VIVE LA FRANCE!!!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, French American, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 16:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (703) 519-3776
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Christophe and Michelle Poteaux
  • Catering
    Bastille has 2 dining rooms that are available for semi-private and private groups. Contact AGM - Mr. Juan Ramirez at manager@bastillerestaurant.com to discuss your needs!
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Bastille can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Area
    Alexandria
  • Cross Street
    Pendleton Street
  • Parking details
    Curbside Delivery available in front of the restaurant or Carry-Out. Ample free street parking, non metered. Daytime 2 hour limit. After 6pm no time limit. No limit on Sundays.
  • Public transit
    Braddock Road Metro train station is 2 blocks away.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Relaxing Parisian Lunch in ALX

    Multiple dates available
    Join Us for our seasonal 3-Course Parisian lunch menu offered every Friday from 11:30am to 2pm. Choose an appetizer, an entrée and one of Chef Michelle's delicious desserts! All for $39 per person (plus taxes, beverages & gratuities). Bon Appetit!!
    Relaxing Parisian Lunch in ALX photo
  • Mimosas Brunch for ALL!

    Multiple dates available
    Brunch is always fantastic and our Mimosas Brunch is an even better idea! Begin with our 3-Course Prix Fixe menu featuring an appetizer, an entrée and a dessert for just $39. Go totally FRENCH and make it a Mimosas party with our imported French Juices & a bottle of French Sparkling + glasses for all - only $34. Available Sundays until 2:30pm.
    Mimosas Brunch for ALL! photo

Offers

  • Half Way to Friday-Every Wednesday!!

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 16:00 - 21:00
    Join us every Wednesday from 4pm-Close for Happy Hour All NIGHT! Valid in our café and bar. No Discounts or Coupons can be used on alcohol/Only on food purchased/See restaurant for details.

    Half Way to Friday-Every Wednesday!! photo

What 3,062 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bastille offers a delightful dining experience in Alexandria with consistently "delicious food" and "excellent service." Known for its French cuisine, it features a "great wine list" and a cozy patio setting. While some find the ambiance "sterile," others praise its "Parisian" vibe. Perfect for special occasions or a casual meal.

3,062 Reviews
  1. Laurie

    Washington DC

    95 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    95 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful dinner!! We loved the Boeuf Bourguignon! Our server Noemi was both helpful and friendly. I love Bastille!!

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  2. Remie

    New York City

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bastille is truly a gem. This is our "go-to" restaurant for a fantastic meal and dining experience. Tonight, each of us had the Brasserie Prix Fixe, with the following appetizers: Escargots (snails), Salad de Betteraves (beets) et Citrus, and Beignets des Crevettes (rock shrimp fritters). Two of us orderd the Magret de Canard aux Poivres (duck breast with pears), and one had the Boeuf Bourguignon (beef in wine sauce). We all finished with the Napolean dessert, which is an innovative take on the classic, full of flavors and textures. Everything was truly delicious. The duck, which I had, was flawless. The duck breast itself, cooked perfectly medium rare, was so flavorful, enhanced by a delicious, rich, wine-based sauce and stewed pears. The entree was accompanied by the best wild rice I have ever had - a perfect balance of umami and saltiness, and a nutty crunch to the grains. The broccolini, paired with melting cippolini onions, was flavorful and tender, cooked to perfection. It is not an exaggeration to say I enjoyed every bite of my meal. As always, the service was friendly and attentive, just the right balance. Everyone, from our server to the bus people, to the manager and hostess, provided excellent customer service. The atmosphere in the bistro, where we often prefer to sit, is comfortable and charming, with a lively buzz of activity, but is not too loud. The bistro tables and chairs bring one back to France. I am from NYC, where we have plenty of great restaurants, including French cuisine stars, but I can honestly say that Bastille is my favorite French restaurant on the East Coast. I cannot wait to return. Bon appetit!

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  3. Kristen

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This lovely neighborhood restaurant always makes me feel welcome. The food and anbiance are great.

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  4. SeeBee

    Washington DC

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Another visit to our favorite upscale restaurant in Alexandria. Food and Service were excellent as usual. The dish of the month special, Beef Bourguignonne, was perfectly appropriate for a cold night. Highly recommended.

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  5. M.E.

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bastille is a great experience, whether it’s a special occasion or just a dinner out. The staff is welcoming and knowledgeable. The kitchen is ready to accommodate food restrictions. The food never disappoints. The three course prix fixe menus are a good value. I highly recommend Bastille.

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  6. Susan

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We find the food at Bastille to be consistently delicious, and we find the service to be consistently attentive. We especially enjoy eating out on the patio, but we also enjoy the sophisticated yet relaxed ambiance inside. One of our favorite restaurants in Alexandria.

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  7. Mary

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had Wonderful food and service. Highly recommend ed

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  8. Robin

    Washington DC

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bastille is my go to restaurant! Wonderful restaurant on all levels!!! Food, ambiance and service!

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  9. Harriet

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My family insists on Bastille when they come from out-of-town for Thanksgiving.

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  10. Bob

    Washington DC

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The waiters need to be a little less hovering and doing multiple checks. Check once, then just observe. But they were all friendly and courteous.
    BastilleResponded on 28 November 2024
    Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you found our staff friendly and courteous. We appreciate your input regarding the frequency of our checks, and we’ll certainly take that into consideration to improve our service. Our goal is to provide a comfortable dining experience, and your insights are invaluable in helping us achieve that. We hope to have the pleasure of serving you again soon!

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FAQs

Bastille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 519-3776.

Bastille is rated 4.7 stars by 3062 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of Bastille restaurant

Bastille

4.7
$31 to $50
French
Alexandria

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bastille

606 N. Fayette St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Pendleton Street
  • Area
    Alexandria
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 16:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, French American, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Curbside Delivery available in front of the restaurant or Carry-Out. Ample free street parking, non metered. Daytime 2 hour limit. After 6pm no time limit. No limit on Sundays.
  • Public transit
    Braddock Road Metro train station is 2 blocks away.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Christophe and Michelle Poteaux
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (703) 519-3776
  • Catering
    Bastille has 2 dining rooms that are available for semi-private and private groups. Contact AGM - Mr. Juan Ramirez at manager@bastillerestaurant.com to discuss your needs!
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Bastille can accommodate all your special event needs.
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