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Bresca

$31 to $50
Contemporary French / American

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2 people
19:00
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Booked 31 times today
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  • 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

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    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2023

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    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2022

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    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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • 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!
    $65 Restaurant Week! photo
  • 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 Day photo
  • 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.
    Valentine's Weekend photo

What 900 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

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.
900 Reviews
  1. Sandra

    VIP

    Washington DC

    47 reviews

    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Excellent food and service. We got the seven course tasting menu and it was amazing. The courses came out perfectly timed and delicious. However the noise level in the restaurant was such that it was hard to speak across the table. The music was incredibly loud in a place with nothing to dampen the noise. It was the only blemish on our experience.

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  2. Grace

    VIP

    Washington DC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I was genuinely taken aback by the overall experience. I’ve dined at three-star Michelin restaurants that were far more welcoming. From the moment I walked in, I felt judged and unwelcome. The experience started with the host, who greeted and took jackets from multiple diners, yet I was never offered the same courtesy. We were seated at the bar, which was perfectly fine, but the bartender was rude and inattentive throughout the night. On several occasions, I looked up to find her staring at me, which only added to my discomfort and sense of being unwelcome. My friend and I opted for the basic Restaurant Week menu, but were surprised when the waiter, without our consent, swapped our entree order for the $55 Wagyu option. I felt confused and uncomfortable by this sudden change. When I asked another waiter why our order had been altered, he dismissed my concerns and insisted we had ordered it ourselves. Fifteen minutes later, he returned to inform us the charge would be comped—framing it as though they were doing us a favor. This felt incredibly disingenuous and almost like a ploy to upsell without our knowledge. Why should I feel obligated to thank you for correcting your own mistake? The entire situation felt sketchy and unprofessional, and I left with a sour impression of the restaurant’s integrity. Overall, I would never dine here again. From start to finish, I felt judged and unwelcome. Having experienced some of the world’s finest restaurants, I never expected such poor treatment from a small, local establishment.

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  3. Jeff

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was very underwhelming for a Michelin Star restaurant. The beet salad was lacking seasoning and acidity. The cacio was missing the main flavor components of pecorino and half pepper with bland cavatelli. The cornbread as a snack wasn’t cornbread, it was flavorless. The service at the bar was verging on rude, I was not checked on, was CC was run for the incorrect amount and it was treated as if it was my fault. I was not even thanked for dining there. The siting was cramped and the person next to me had to get up so I could use the restroom. I would not return or recommend.

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Blair

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great, very attentive and informative. Food was good, although I expected a little more having been to sister restaurant, they are very different, that said, i can see why Bresca has many accolades, overall it was great.

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  5. Dana

    VIP

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service! Went for winter restaurant week! I️ would go back again

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  6. Devin

    VIP

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Go during their restaurant week specials. At full price the value isn’t great.

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  7. Eric

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience! I would highly recommend. Especially for restaurant week.

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  8. Cheryl

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was incredible. Way too loud for conversation. A meal like that should be enjoyed and not be rushed to get out because you can’t hear each other. Asked three times to turn the music volume down - not our vibe for an important (expensive) meal where we needed to discuss matters over dinner. Will do better research next time.

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  9. Taleesa

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Went for restaurant week. Only 2/5 dishes were remotely tasty. The others were bland. Definitely not worth the almost $300 tab.

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  10. Isabella

    New York City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 20 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really great service, delicious food. Loved the lemon cocktail

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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

2 people
19:00
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bresca

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
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