Bresca
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- Good for special occasions
- Innovative
- Fancy
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.
Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesContemporary French / American, Contemporary American, French
- Hours of OperationWed, 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
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Award-winning
- MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
- MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
- MICHELIN 1 Star 2021
- MICHELIN 1 Star 2020
- MICHELIN 1 Star 2019
- AreaU Street Corridor
- Cross StreetT Street
- Parking detailsStreet 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 transitMetro 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.
- AdditionalBeer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
$65 Restaurant Week!
9 Jan 2025 - 9 Feb 2025Join 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 onlyValentine'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 2025Celebrate all weekend with a $175 tasting menu showcasing seasonal dishes and Bresca favorites, perfect for a romantic night out.
What 900 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
- 4.6Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.4Ambience
- 4.1Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
District of Columbia
Innovative
Review summary
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Sandra
VIPWashington DC
47 reviews
5.047 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 2
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Grace
VIPWashington DC
1 review
1.01 review
Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 1
- Food 3
- Service 1
- Ambience 1
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Jeff
Washington DC
1 review
2.01 review
Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 2
- Food 2
- Service 1
- Ambience 3
1 person found this helpful
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Blair
Washington DC
13 reviews
4.013 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 4
- Food 3
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Dana
VIPWashington DC
6 reviews
5.06 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Devin
VIPTampa
5 reviews
5.05 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Eric
San Diego
2 reviews
5.02 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Cheryl
New York City
1 review
3.01 review
Dined 4 days ago
- Overall 3
- Food 5
- Service 3
- Ambience 2
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Taleesa
Richmond
3 reviews
3.03 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
- Overall 3
- Food 2
- Service 4
- Ambience 3
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Isabella
New York City
3 reviews
4.03 reviews
Dined on 20 January 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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FAQs
Bresca offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 518-7926.
Bresca is rated 4.6 stars by 900 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a booking
At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?
Order delivery or takeout
1906 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Dining areas
Additional information
- Award-winning
- MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
- MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
- MICHELIN 1 Star 2021
- MICHELIN 1 Star 2020
- MICHELIN 1 Star 2019
- Cross StreetT Street
- AreaU Street Corridor
- Hours of OperationWed, 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
- CuisinesContemporary French / American, Contemporary American, French
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Parking detailsStreet 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 transitMetro 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 OptionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- AdditionalBeer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number(202) 518-7926