Le Chat Noir

4.1

2021 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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Quote as “unpretentious but stylish”, Le Chat Noir, casual bistro-style with Parisian left-bank feel features classic, traditional French cuisine and a large selection of savory and sweet crepes. The Wine Lounge atop Le Chat Noir restaurant pays homage to vintage -- wine-making and a retrospect to Comics Black & White silent films. With an impressive wine list and a wide-range of cocktails for you to choose from, it is a place to share an intimate moment. Cozy home-like ambiance, we look forward to nourishing you and tantalizing your taste buds in our art nouveau inspired Restaurant and Lounge.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
French, Traditional French, Creperie
Hours of operation
Brunch: Saturday & Sunday: 11:30am - 4:00pm; Lunch: Tuesday - Friday: 11:30am - 4:00pm; Dinner: Sun -Tues -Wed- Thur: 4:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm
Phone number
(202) 244-2044
Website
http://www.lechatnoirrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Le Chat Perché Room can be your own space dedicated to celebrating an event among friends or hosting a conference for colleagues. A variety of setting suited to a seating dinner, a buffet or cocktail gathering with style and enduring appeal. Let us know if we can help you plan an event.

Location
4907 Wisconsin AV NW, Washington, DC 20016
Neighborhood
Friendship Heights
Cross street
Emery
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Trio du Terroir$18.95
Duck foie gras mousse, country pate, Saucisson aux herbes de provence
La laitiere$16.95
3 cheeses with garnish
Le Cremier$25.95
5 cheese selections with garnish
La belle des champs$35.00
Duck foie gras mouse, Pistachio country pate, garlic saucisson, Prosciutto ham, saucisson sec, seasonal greens,Baguette
Tarte Tatin Provencal$14.95
With tomatoes, goat cheese, lemon confit, onion, and bouquet of green
Saumon fumé$17.95
Norwegian smoked salmon, lemon, chives crème fraiche, toasted baguette croutons, red onion & traditional garnish
Sofia$14.95
Chilled Ratatouille and burrata cheese with Basil olive oil
Le Soleil$14.95
Roasted red beets, hazelnuts éclat, montrachet goat cheese crumble, artisan mix, Orange supreme
Lentille a la moutarde$14.95
French green lentil ragout, garlic Saucisson and Dijon mustard

Cheese-Fromage Selection

Additional cheese - each $5.50. Bouchevrette = Goat - crème; Camembert = Cow - soft; Comté = Cow - firm; Roquefort = Sheep - soft; Gruyere = Cow - semi-soft; Belle etoile Brie: cow-soft and creamy; Savarin = Cow - triple cream; Manchego= sheep, firm; Port Salut= cow, soft

Le Lai Tiere$16.95
3 cheeses with its garnish
Le Crémier$25.95
5-cheese selections with its garnish

Plats de Résistance

Steak Frites «Le Chat Noir»$32.95
Master choice creek stone farm strip loin, maître d'hôtel butter, French fries
Poulet Olivette$28.95
Fricassee of chicken, lemon confit, mix French Riviera olive, pearl pasta, grated fresh parmesan
Mignon de porc$29.95
Appel wood smoked bacon wrapped Heritage pork tenderloin, Lentille du Puy, caramelized zucchini, and Dijon mustard sauce
Bouillabaisse$32.95
Poisson de Roches, Bay scallops,mussels, shrimps,crawfish fennel-Tomato-saffron broth, rouille, & garlic croutons
Saumon Croustillant$29.95
Crispy pesto salmon, Ratataouille, basil olive oil, Pequillo sauce, Ratatouille, cherry Tomato confit
Quiche du Jour$19.95
Served with french fries or salad
Moules Mariniere$25.95
Mussels, creamy chablis, garlic, shallots, rosemary, thyme and french fries
Assiette Vegetarienne$29.95
Selection of seasonal vegetables

Salades

Salade Maison$11.95
Seasonal greens, Haricots verts, cucumber, grape tomato, olive oil red wine vinaigrette
Salade Caesar$11.95
With heart of romaine, parmesan and garlic croutons
Salade de chèvre chaud$12.95
Bouchevrette goat cheese crouton,mix green
Pois-Chiche Cap Ferrat$12.95
Chick pea,red onion, cucumber, cherry tomato, roasted pepper, Feta, lemon olive oil
Salade Nicoise$23.95
Grilled tuna, hardboiled egg, greens, tomato, bell peppers, cucumber, green beans, potato, olives, onion and anchovies
Salade de Poulet$18.95
Sesame Seeds Chicken, Seasonal Greens, Apple, toasted walnuts Red Onion, vinaigrette maison

Sandwiches

Served with green salad or French fries

Casse-Croute$19.95
Baguette, bavette steak, caramelized onion, Dijon mustard, melted swiss
Normand$17.95
Baguette Ham, Belle etoile Brie cheese, cornichons, butter on a baguette
Croque-Monsieur$17.95
Ham, Swiss cheese, toasted white bread, Mornay spread
Croque-Madame$18.95
Sunny side egg, Swiss cheese, ham toasted white bread, Mornay spread
Merguez Frites$19.95
Baguette Lamb sausage, feta crumble Dijon mustard, harissa, French fries, on a baguette

Soupes

Soupeà l'Oignon$14.95
Soupe du Jour

Side Orders

Salade Verte$7.95
Frites$10.50
French Mixed Olives$10.50
Lentil ragout$12.00
Almondine haricots verts$12.00
French Cornichons$12.00
Ratatouille$12.00
Whole Fresh Baked Baguette$5.50

Galettes / Buckwheat Crêpe

Jambon Fromage$16.95
Ham & cheese
Vegetarienne-$17.95
Buckwheat crepe with ratatouille, zucchini, yellow squash, tomato, eggplant and onion

Sweet Crêpe

Nutella$8.50
Shishi$8.95
Homemade Mix Berry marmalade, Melba Sauce and Chantilly
Abricotier$14.95
Poached apricot, Hazelnuts, pomegranate Balsamic reduction, pistachio ice cream

Les Flambées

Suzette$12.95
Orange zest confit, flambée with Grand Marnier

Desserts

Mousse au Chocolat$11.50
Creme Caramel, with Fresh Berries$9.50
Vanilla Crème Brulée$13.95
Vacherin$14.95
Backed meringue topped with homemadeChantilly and mix berries
Profiteroles$14.95
Ice Cream
French vanilla, sicilian pistachio, chocolate, espresso lavender, sorbet du jour
- Two Scoops$12.50
- One Scoop$6.50
Sorbet du Jour$12.50

Les Coupes Glacees

Café Liégeois$13.95
Espresso & vanilla ice cream, espresso coulis, Chantilly
Chocolat Liégeois$13.95
Chocolate & vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, Chantilly
Le Figuier$14.95
Poached mission fig, vanilla, reduction jus and crashed hazelnuts, Chantilly maison
Marie$14.95
Pistachio and lavender ice cream, grand Marnier orange zest

Boissons

Soft Drink$3.00
Cold pressed juice$10.95
Orange Juice$3.50
Cranberry Juice$3.50
Bottled Mineral Water$8.50
Sparkling Water$8.50
Belvoir Elderflower Soda$6.50
Orangina$5.95
Coffee$3.95
Hot Tea$3.95
Expresso$4.00
French Vanilla Iced Coffee$4.95
Double Espresso$5.95

What 2,021 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
4Service
4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

2,019 Reviews

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JoeFigg
Washington DC
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Post-car crashing through part of their dining area, Le Chat Noir has bounced back beautifully. Excellent Mahi mahi and duck confit on Sunday evening, followed by a delicious apple tart. Kudos to this neighborhood gem!
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Larry
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food. Fabulous and friendly service. Easy to talk.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing as always! My fave restaurant in the DMV.
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KarenL
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took my grandson there for his 26th bday. The food and service was A+.
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DavidB
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The meal began with very tasty and warm bread. Both the salad and soup of the day were excellent. We were both very pleased with our entrees - beef bourginon and a crepe with sauteed chicken breast. We concluded the meal with very good decaf. The waiter was friendly and attentive.
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Walker
Washington DC
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
Per the Michelin Guide - a neighborhood gem. Great service, very good food and a moderately-priced wine list. No corkage fee Sunday nights and other specials during the week.
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MBfromDC
Washington DC
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always an excellent, friendly neighborhood place for a nice, quiet and excellent meal. This time enjoyed an wonderful Sunday brunch, but have had dinners at the restaurant as well. A good place for a celebratory event, but also a quiet place for a business dinner. The food is always delicious and nicely presented. the waitstaff are always attentive. Highly recommend.
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Iatros
Washington DC
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a wonderful evening beginning at our arrival. The service was outstanding throughout; waiters were thoughtful without being intrusive. It was easy to have a conversation as the place was not noisy. The food was excellent. The dimmed lights were a plus. The decoration can be improved and the place is a bit cramped but overall it was an excellent experience. The menu does not list calories.
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JonathanH
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice and has been for a long time
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MarkW
Dallas
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, prompt efficient service. Good food at a good price. Authentic ambiance. Will return.
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MARGOT
Washington DC
30 reviews
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience5
This is a great restaurant and the food and service is really good. The only "complaint" I have is how cramped the seating is - but it certainly reminds you of being in a little french bistro!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
75 reviews
vip
5.0
75 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Le Chat Noir's special dinners on holidays--Bastille Day, Xmas Eve, New Year's Eve--and on Nouveau Beaujolais night are absolutely terrific. Unusual, pairings perfect, multiple choices--hard to choose. Don't miss these special nights!
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rowdycholin
Washington DC
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall4food5service4ambience4
The omelet was fantastic.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience5
My wife and I went here for Valentine’s Day . The restaurant was quite busy even at 930pm, but the waitstaff were attentive and helpful. Even though the restaurant is located in an older building the environment was warm enough for a February night. The beef and mahi mahi dishes were amazing. However both of us thought the beet salad with seaweed garnish was uniquely scrumptious. We would definitely eat here again.
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Bego
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely, cozy restaurant, great food, great service.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Top notch service and experience! Will be coming back again for sure!
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carolynlong
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I had our Valentine's dinner at Le Chat Noir. The restaurant was full of happy diners and the atmosphere was very festive. The service by Issa was perfect. The dinner was delicious. When we left, they gave us a little box of candy and a red rose. A totally fine experience to celebrate a special evening.
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john
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
our favorite restaurant in washington dc area without a doubt
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Joe222
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall3food4service3ambience3
I’d tell them to look at other options. Service vis-à-vis pricing was not an equal value. Nice neighborhood place that go to a lot bc it’s close to home. Would not go there if it was a big effort I will say food is always fine.
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DanI
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience3
Good food, generally, although the steak frites featured a very skimpy piece of meat. The rest of the food and desserts were very good. The space is pretty tight in there, so be prepared to keep your conversation to a whisper.
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MarkD
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent, as always.
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mollysdad
New York Area
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very very nice intimate and friendly neighborhood French bistro. Great food. Chicken, Trout, boulliabaise, beef burgundy; all wonderful. It's our go to French bistro. Excellent staff and service
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Delbert
Washington DC
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall3food2service4ambience4
I had NY strip and I have never had such a rather thin slice—covered with sauce.
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Buffy140
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall3food3service2ambience2
We had a 5 o'clock reservation. Arrived 10 minutes early. We're not received very graciously.
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Barb
Washington DC
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
Wil go back, loved the champagne and the bread (of course!)!
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Jami
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall5food4service4ambience4
Great place for brunch. Special brunch menu offers several favorite dishes and includes a glass of mimosa or wine.
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PiaR
Washington DC
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall3food5service3ambience3
We came here for a birthday dinner on a Saturday evening. Nobody was at the hostess desk when we got there. Had to wait for a bit before somebody comes. We got seated right away considering it was a very busy night. Our waiter didn’t really created us and ask us if we are having wine right away. The specials of the day was never mentioned while the other waiter had mentioned it to the table next to us. Service was not so great in my opinion. Definitely was not a good first impression. The food though was delicious and well prepared. We got the duck cassoulet and the poulet grand mere. For the dessert, the chocolate mousse was yum but the creme brûlée was lacking. Wines are reasonably priced. Not something I would come back to considering there’s other great places around to eat. Also, I specifically mentioned that it was a birthday dinner when I booked this place on open table. It was never mentioned and our evening didn’t feel special at all.
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DCHugh
Washington DC
82 reviews
vip
4.0
82 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
great dinner, great service reasonably priced , if anything too many tables crammed into a small space :(
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always love coming here
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hugo
Washington DC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 1, 2020
overall1food2service2ambience2
Charcuterie was not French.my bouillabaisse had no safran,one little shrimp,the rouille was 1/4 of tea spoon with two little croutons.the server in t-shirt.the four of us were not impressed. The food was not at the level of the bill.$300. Just the bread and ice cream were ok.big deal I am a French chef,so if you need a class let me know. You are very far of what a French restaurant is.
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Ziggy
Washington DC
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
Spaces were quite poor and the beer menu was not exceptional, but food and service were excellent.
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Duff
Washington DC
43 reviews
vip
4.0
43 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2020
overall4food2service4ambience4
This is a favorite restaurant of mine, but on this last visit my dish was not up to what I normally expect. The cod and salmon in the dish were washed out with the red wine sauce so that one could not even tell you were eating fish. But the other members of our party were quite happy with their other main dishes.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, great food
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 26, 2020
overall2food2service2ambience2
Mediocre at best in all regards. Service was uninterested and not engaged. Never say him again after main course. Hailed maitre D for after dinner drinks and bill. Definitely don’t go out of your way to experience.
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PhilippeF
Washington DC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always a pleasure. And so charming. I always await the daily specials. Thursday, one of the special appetizers was an escargot fricassee in mushroom cream sauce served in small, individual Dutch ovens. We found a good red Bordeaux on the wine list.
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ChristopherC
Washington DC
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2020
overall3food5service3ambience2
The food was good, it wasn’t amazing. I was more let down by the ambiance and appearance of the dinning area. Honestly? It looks run down and shabby. This place needs a major decor overhaul.
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Kevin
Washington DC
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I met a friend for her birthday. Le Chat Noir was the perfect place. We sat in the sunny enclosed porch. Our dishes were delicious and definitely a good value!
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ProfJohn
Richmond
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2020
overall3food3service4ambience3
I've been to Le Chat Noir five previous times, always for dinner, and never been disappointed, although the last time I visited I was a bit underwhelmed as I felt it was a lot of money for smaller portions with a slight dip in quality. It used to be that every item on the menu was outstanding, but as of late I feel that this is not the case any longer. Although the food is tasty, I feel that there is better value elsewhere. Perhaps this was yet another "off day" due to my visiting during Restaurant Week, and the place was packed, but...no excuses. Come on, Le Chat Noir, shape up!
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MedLib
Washington DC
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite bistro this side of the Atlantic. Friendly staff who know their food, comfortable ambiance and noise level, and the food itself is reliably good.
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PhilippeF
Washington DC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
As ever, a memorable experience. I will return next week with several friends for another event.
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Le Chat Noir offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 244-2044.

Le Chat Noir is rated 4.1 stars by 2021 OpenTable diners.

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4907 Wisconsin AV NW, Washington, DC 20016

Additional information

Cross street
Emery
Neighborhood
Friendship Heights
Hours of operation
Brunch: Saturday & Sunday: 11:30am - 4:00pm; Lunch: Tuesday - Friday: 11:30am - 4:00pm; Dinner: Sun -Tues -Wed- Thur: 4:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm
Cuisines
French, Traditional French, Creperie
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.lechatnoirrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(202) 244-2044
Private party facilities
Le Chat Perché Room can be your own space dedicated to celebrating an event among friends or hosting a conference for colleagues. A variety of setting suited to a seating dinner, a buffet or cocktail gathering with style and enduring appeal. Let us know if we can help you plan an event.

Featured in

100 Washington, D.C. Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Le Chat Noir

Not available on OpenTable

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 Washington, D.C. Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Hors d'Oeuvres / Appetizers

Escargots$14.95

Trio du Terroir$18.95

La laitiere$16.95

Le Cremier$25.95

La belle des champs$35.00

Tarte Tatin Provencal$14.95

Saumon fumé$17.95

Sofia$14.95

Le Soleil$14.95

Lentille a la moutarde$14.95

Cheese-Fromage Selection

Le Lai Tiere$16.95

Le Crémier$25.95

Plats de Résistance

Steak Frites «Le Chat Noir»$32.95

Poulet Olivette$28.95

Mignon de porc$29.95

Bouillabaisse$32.95

Saumon Croustillant$29.95

Quiche du Jour$19.95

Moules Mariniere$25.95

Assiette Vegetarienne$29.95

Salades

Salade Maison$11.95

Salade Caesar$11.95

Salade de chèvre chaud$12.95

Pois-Chiche Cap Ferrat$12.95

Salade Nicoise$23.95

Salade de Poulet$18.95

Sandwiches

Casse-Croute$19.95

Normand$17.95

Croque-Monsieur$17.95

Croque-Madame$18.95

Merguez Frites$19.95

Soupes

Soupeà l'Oignon$14.95

Soupe du Jour

Side Orders

Salade Verte$7.95

Frites$10.50

French Mixed Olives$10.50

Lentil ragout$12.00

Almondine haricots verts$12.00

French Cornichons$12.00

Ratatouille$12.00

Whole Fresh Baked Baguette$5.50

Featured Items

Family Size Carry-Out$85.00

Quiche du Jour

Galettes / Buckwheat Crêpe

Jambon Fromage$16.95

Vegetarienne-$17.95

Sweet Crêpe

Nutella$8.50

Shishi$8.95

Abricotier$14.95

Les Flambées

Suzette$12.95

Desserts

Mousse au Chocolat$11.50

Creme Caramel, with Fresh Berries$9.50

Vanilla Crème Brulée$13.95

Vacherin$14.95

Profiteroles$14.95

Ice Cream

Sorbet du Jour$12.50

Les Coupes Glacees

Café Liégeois$13.95

Chocolat Liégeois$13.95

Le Figuier$14.95

Marie$14.95

Boissons

Soft Drink$3.00