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Opaline Bar and Brasserie, Washington, DC

Opaline Bar and Brasserie

4.4
4.4
294 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
20:00
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
The French way of dining – often en plein air, typically unhurried and with a strong commitment to quality ingredients – is one of the cornerstones of l’art de vivre. Join us at Opaline Bar for thoughtful, French-inspired cuisine and specialty drinks in the heart of Washington DC.

We also offer a special curated afternoon tea every Saturday afternoon.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Afternoon Tea, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:00–11:00 Sat, Sun 08:00–12:00 Dinner Mon–Fri, Sun 16:00–22:00 Sat 14:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (202) 730-8800
  • Website
    http://www.opalinedc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Kevin Lalli
  • Private party facilities
    Opaline Bar & Brasserie provides a unique setting with a vibrant upscale bar, restaurant and terrace. The guests of your event will enjoy classic French food, seasonal dishes and cocktails, inspired by France, and interpreted by the team. Opaline Bar & Brasserie has a multitude of space and menu options for parties of 8 to 150 guests.
  • Location
    806 15th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    806 15th St. N.W. Washington D.C. 20005
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    McPherson square station (orange & blue line)
  • Entertainment
    Large parties, semi-private space, and outdoor patio
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Afternoon Tea: First Ladies Edition

    12 Oct 2024 - 23 Nov 2024
    Experience the Legacy of America’s First Ladies with Afternoon Tea Join us every Saturday through mid-November for an extraordinary journey through history, with our First Ladies Afternoon Tea. From Mary Todd Lincoln’s Almond Cake to Nancy Reagan’s Vienna Chocolate Bar, savor flavors inspired by the First Ladies who helped shape our nation. Each delicacy is paired with a savory treat, capturing the grace and elegance of these remarkable women. When: Saturdays, 12 PM - 3 PM Cost: $89 per person | $49 per child (10 and under) Special Perk: Includes a complimentary First Lady cocktail or soft drink Reservations are required 24 hours in advance. Call ahead for any dietary needs, 72 hours prior to your visit. We look forward to welcoming you!
    Afternoon Tea: First Ladies Edition photo

  • Thanksgiving Feast

    US$128.00 per person

    28 Nov 2024 only
    Celebrate Thanksgiving with an elegant feast at Opaline Restaurant, where a sumptuous buffet awaits, brimming with holiday favorites and seasonal delights. Indulge in the culinary highlights—a prime rib and turkey carving station, offering perfectly roasted cuts, tender and juicy, served just the way you like. Alongside the carving station, savor a variety of classic holiday dishes and unique, chef-curated specialties, capturing the warmth and spirit of the season in every bite. November 28 | 12:00pm to 6:00pm (last seating at 5pm) $128 per person | $65 per child (3year- 12 years)
    Thanksgiving Feast photo

  • Christmas Dinner

    US$128.00 per person

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate the magic of Christmas at Opaline Restaurant with a festive dinner buffet that invites guests to savor the season’s finest flavors. The centerpiece of the evening features an array of exquisite carving stations, including succulent prime rib, lemon pepper chicken, honey-glazed spiral ham, and perfectly cooked salmon. Complement these with a selection of delectable sides and holiday specialties, crafted with the warmth and joy of the season in mind. To end the evening on a sweet note, indulge in the beautifully crafted Bûche de Noël—a classic yule log cake that captures the essence of Christmas in each delicate bite.
    Christmas Dinner photo

Menu

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What 294 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Quiet

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Opaline Bar and Brasserie offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing drink menu featuring the First Ladies" and a standout "happy hour menu." Guests praise the "fabulous service" and "exquisite food." The atmosphere is lively, though some find it less intimate. Perfect for a vibrant meal in downtown DC.

294 Reviews

  1. Karen

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely breakfast, excellent coffee.. up sold a but on the fruit plate, it wasn’t needed. But really ice place.

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  2. Tom

    Orlando

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Slower paced being early morning on a weekend. Food was well prepared and tasty. Prices were reasonable for downtown DC.

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  3. marcusp

    Austin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 7 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fried chicken was fantastic. Texture and flavor were dialed. We were visiting Frederick from El Paso TX and Opaline was recommended by several locals. It didn't disappoint.

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  4. Maureen

    Washington DC

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 5 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and Service were outstanding. Great DC location.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 July 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I never write reviews. This is the first one. Abysmal experience. $10 bread basket for four awful store bought Costco scraps of bread. Took 20 minutes to come out at which point the waitress informed us they were “warming the bread.” I don’t have words for how stupid this sounds. The menu online is not the menu they have so forget planning ahead. I chose to go here for items that magically weren’t available in real life. Disgusting mussels with pathetically smalll meat, maybe *maybe* 20 mussels. Their toasted baguettes had some sort of lard on them that was horrid. The steak was nothing but gristle, the desserts (lemon and pineapple upside down cake was basically a fruit cake from Walmart, tiramisu drier than a desert) were disgusting. Unless you love wasting money, do yourself a favor and use this restaurant to laugh at when you walk by and avoid walking through the doors.

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  6. JoBe

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 17 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff here went well above and beyond. We surprised them with a larger than expected party and they were gracious and accommodating of all of us. Thank you! Great experience!

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  7. SarahH

    Louisville

    36 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 29 June 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We had summer in Provence tea and the food wasn’t provencial or very good. Won’t return.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 25 June 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The waitress was extremely slow and only came to our table willingly when we first sat down. We kept trying to flag the waitress down periodically for drinks and to order food, but she kept telling us “one minute, I’ll be right there” but would never come. She not only did this to our table, but she did it to every other table. The only way for us to physically order anything was to go inside and order at the bar because the waitress wouldn’t do anything.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 June 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my second time at Opaline and it was still amazing! The service was fabulous and the food was exquisite. The teas are all delicious but the organic turmeric and peach tea is my favorite. Definitely recommend!

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  10. DCDiner

    Houston

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 June 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The times on OpenTable are wrong. We showed up for the confirmed reservation and the staff told us they weren't open and didn't offer any sort of solution.

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FAQs

Opaline Bar and Brasserie offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 730-8800.

Opaline Bar and Brasserie is rated 4.4 stars by 294 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
20:00
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Opaline Bar and Brasserie

806 15th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    806 15th St. N.W. Washington D.C. 20005
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:00–11:00 Sat, Sun 08:00–12:00 Dinner Mon–Fri, Sun 16:00–22:00 Sat 14:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Afternoon Tea, Contemporary French / American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    McPherson square station (orange & blue line)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kevin Lalli
  • Entertainment
    Large parties, semi-private space, and outdoor patio
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.opalinedc.com/
  • Phone number
    (202) 730-8800
  • Private party facilities
    Opaline Bar & Brasserie provides a unique setting with a vibrant upscale bar, restaurant and terrace. The guests of your event will enjoy classic French food, seasonal dishes and cocktails, inspired by France, and interpreted by the team. Opaline Bar & Brasserie has a multitude of space and menu options for parties of 8 to 150 guests.
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