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Bresca

Name: Bresca
Address: 1906 14th St NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20009
Telephone: (202) 518-7926
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

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2 people

20 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 47 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Fancy

Bresca offers A La Carte and Tasting Menu options! Parties of 5 or more will be required to do our Chef's Tasting Menu. We are a Contemporary French restaurant and cocktail bar located in the bustling 14th Street neighborhood. Our team explores the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with genuine hospitality.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Ryan Ratino

MICHELIN 1 Star
2023
MICHELIN 1 Star
2022
MICHELIN 1 Star
2021

From the OpenTable editors: From a living moss wall and purple banquettes to playful dishes layered with truffles and caviar, maximalism reigns supreme at Ryan Ratino’s MICHELIN-starred hotspot. His Parisian bistro-inspired menu includes whimsical takes on French classics like a strawberry-pistachio foie gras ‘gateau’ paired with colourful cocktails from beverage director Sara Chaudhuri.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Contemporary American, French
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 17:30–21:30 Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 17:00–21:30 Dinner Fri 17:00–22:00
Phone number
(202) 518-7926
Website
http://www.brescadc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1906 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2021
4. MICHELIN 1 Star 2020
5. MICHELIN 1 Star 2019
Area
U Street Corridor
Cross Street
T Street
Parking details
Street Parking- Metered Street Parking is available on 14th Street NW and surrounding side street parking also available.Closest recommended parking lot- Reeves Center Parking Garage covered parking located on the corner of U St. and 14th St. NW (Building Address 2000 14th St NW. Washington, DC 20009, US)
Public transit
Metro Accessible via the Yellow and Green lines using the U St./American Civil War metro station - located at U st between 12th and 13th- 5 minute walk to Bresca- walk west to 14th st, make left, 1 block down on west side of street near corner of 14th and T st.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

$65 Restaurant Week!
9 Jan 2025 - 9 Feb 2025
Join us at Bresca for a spectacular dining experience during RAMW Winter Restaurant Week in Washington, DC, Where we will also be extending it for an entire month!! We invite you to indulge in a unique culinary journey from January 10th, to February 9th, with our specially curated 3-course menus for $65. 5-Courses available for $95!
Valentine's Day
14 Feb 2025 only
Valentine's Day at Bresca Celebrate love with our exclusive $195 Valentine’s Day tasting menu. Indulge in Michelin-starred cuisine designed for an unforgettable romantic evening.
Valentine's Weekend
15 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2025
Celebrate all weekend with a $175 tasting menu showcasing seasonal dishes and Bresca favorites, perfect for a romantic night out.

What 889 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
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

District of Columbia
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bresca is an enchanting dining destination with "incredible service" and "spectacular food." Guests rave about the "phenomenal cloudcake" and "exceptional wine pairings." Although some find it a bit noisy, the "gracious and unpretentious service" and the "unique and interesting menu" make it a top choice for special occasions.

889 Reviews

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Parker
VIP
Tallahassee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience here. We came for DC Restaurant week and had the 3 course meal. The service was phenomenal!
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Emma
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service and staff was amazing, but the food was just okay. I didn’t love 2/3 of the wine pairings and expected more from the food. Felt really expensive for what it was.
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Tim
VIP
Washington DC
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Beyond words wonderful. Beyond words memorable…..
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Ellen
VIP
Central Coast
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food and great service. Amuse bouche and salad were truly amazing. Was a bit hard to have a conversation given the noise level
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Ksenia
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is a modern place. Came there during the restaurant week, had 3 courses menu which was enough to feel full. Loved the Amish chicken and chocolate tart. Wine pairings were excellent.
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Richard
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food and service were excellent. Restaurant was too loud and was playing electronic dance music. Sound level made conversation difficult.
BrescaResponded on 11 January 2025
Hey Richard, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We're sorry to hear that the music volume affected your experience. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly take it into consideration. We hope to welcome you back to Bresca soon for a more peaceful dining experience. Best regards, Bresca Management Team
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Francesco
New York City
36 reviews
4.0
36 reviews
Dined on 30 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Overall a pleasant evening. The food was creative and good but not outstanding, except for the dessert, the cloudcake was truly phenomenal!
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Erica
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was incredible. The menu was unique and interesting, yet not outlandish, nor too traditional. Even the music was en point with our favorite genres. Altogether, our entire experience at Bresca was perfect!
BrescaResponded on 11 January 2025
Thanks for the review, Erica! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Bresca. It's great to know that our menu added to the overall experience of your visit. We're also glad that you appreciated the music selection. We strive to provide a unique and enjoyable experience for all our guests. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon!
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Anthony
VIP
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The Opening Act menu was the perfect amount of food. Dishes were yummy. Music was loud and a little odd. It was a quiet night (and early), so maybe the music would have been ok if it were a full house.
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William
Washington DC
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
First the good. The black cod was so tender it could have been a scallop. Also, the radicchio salad was outstanding and not at all bitter. The problems were that the lobster was tough and that the vegetables that the menu described as accompanying the entrees were more like garnishes. There were hardly any. So don't eat there if you are expecting vegetables or outstanding execution.
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FAQs

Bresca offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 518-7926.

Bresca is rated 4.7 stars by 889 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

20 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 47 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1906 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2021
4. MICHELIN 1 Star 2020
5. MICHELIN 1 Star 2019
Cross Street
T Street
Area
U Street Corridor
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 17:30–21:30 Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 17:00–21:30 Dinner Fri 17:00–22:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Contemporary American, French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking- Metered Street Parking is available on 14th Street NW and surrounding side street parking also available.Closest recommended parking lot- Reeves Center Parking Garage covered parking located on the corner of U St. and 14th St. NW (Building Address 2000 14th St NW. Washington, DC 20009, US)
Public transit
Metro Accessible via the Yellow and Green lines using the U St./American Civil War metro station - located at U st between 12th and 13th- 5 minute walk to Bresca- walk west to 14th st, make left, 1 block down on west side of street near corner of 14th and T st.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.brescadc.com/
Phone number
(202) 518-7926

Bresca

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Order delivery or takeout

Why they're an Icon

MICHELIN 1 Star

MICHELIN 1 Star

MICHELIN 1 Star

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

$65 Restaurant Week!

Valentine's Day

Valentine's Weekend

Menu

What 889 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Bresca offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bresca restaurant rated?

Is Bresca currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information