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Cafe Du Parc, Washington, DC

Cafe Du Parc

4.3
4.3
2597 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary French

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 33 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
Located in the heart of Washington, D.C. within the iconic Willard InterContinental, steps from the National Mall, and across from Pershing Park, a national park home to the new World War I Memorial, Café du Parc is reminiscent of a Parisian-inspired sidewalk café.

Nestled between The White House and the U.S. Capitol, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the nation’s capital, Café du Parc’s seasonal outside terrace remains a trendy locale for al fresco dining by both visitors and Washington, D.C. locals alike.

Paying homage to traditional French cooking, the restaurant offers diners various culinary creations from coffee and pastries at its coffee shop, Le Café, to breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch on Sunday on its outside terrace or inside the main dining room. We are pleased to offer parking validation for Valet or Garage parking at Willard InterContinenatal when you join us for dinner.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Bistro, French American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Sat, Sun 6:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–4:30 pm Brunch Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 942-7000
  • Website
    http://cafeduparc.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Gyo Santa
  • Catering
    A catered lunch and dinner menu is available as a pick-up option for off-site events.
  • Private party facilities
    Overlooking the iconic lobby of the historic Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C., the Pershing Private Dining Room in Cafe du Parc offers a vibrant, intimate setting perfect for all occasions.
  • Private party contact
    Cafe du Parc Events Team: (202) 942-7000
  • Location
    1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    14th Street
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available for guests of Cafe du Parc through the valet stand of Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C. 0-2 hours is $26, 2-4 is $30. We are pleased to extend complimentary valet parking to restaurant guests dining with us for dinner only.
  • Public transit
    Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., on Pennsylvania Avenue, Willard is easily accessible by many modes of transportation. The closest subway station to Cafe du Parc is Metro Center station, two blocks away. Valet Parking is available and validated during the dinner service.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Menu

Cafe Du Parc's menu was last updated 2023-02-13.

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What 2,597 people are saying

Cafe Du Parc reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • District of Columbia

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Du Parc, nestled in the historic Willard Hotel, offers an elegant French dining experience with a charming atmosphere. Guests praise the "excellent service" and "delicious food," highlighting standout dishes like the croque monsieur and halibut special. Its prime location near attractions makes it a perfect spot for both casual and special occasions.

2,597 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Extremely slow service. Had to return the steak since it was not cooked properly. Nice server but poorly organized back end.

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  2. Iryna

    Washington DC1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, it is a nice place with good food and a great location, perfect for business meetings. However, I had to take off points due to the noise issue. We were the only group on the second floor and came for a business lunch, intending to discuss important matters. Unfortunately, in the middle of our lunch, the waitstaff started sorting utensils loudly right next to our table. It became so noisy that we could hardly hear each other, making it difficult to hold a conversation. What made it more frustrating was that the staff did not even try to be quieter, despite clearly seeing that we were having a discussion. I hope they will be more attentive to their customers in the future after reading this review.

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  3. Senator Eric VIP

    Greater Boston37 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The good - our server was polite and checked on our drinks and water glasses regularly. Our cocktails were tasty if not overpriced. The not so good - yes, it’s Washington, DC where everything is expensive. But this food was expensive and not that good. Sea Scallops were small, with four pieces, three potato gnocchi and two onions and a small portion of a peas and carrots melody for $38. The serving would have made a large appetizer but certainly was not an entree. Same for the steak fritte and the chicken breast. Seriously overpriced given the size of the portions and just not that great with regard taste and overall quality. Very disappointing as this restaurant is within the iconic and historic Willard Intercontinental Hotel and does not represent the wonderfulness and grandeur of the hotel. There are MANY restaurants within walking distance to the Willard. Skip Cafe Du Parc and eat somewhere else.

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  4. Ruth VIP

    Chicago35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was so wonderful! We really enjoyed the ambiance of the restaurant.

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  5. Rt66Gal VIP

    Baltimore25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect for lunch! Fast and the food is fantastic. I had the tuna nicoise and it was the best I’ve had. One note, it’s seared rare tuna. I thought it would be good canned tuna. Anyway, great but wanted to give a heads up. As expected, the fries were exceptionally tasty. Perfect with white wine!

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  6. melanie

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and very accommodating with dietary restrictions. French fries were top notch. The staff clearing the tables was so polite.

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  7. Stuart VIP

    New York City52 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice place and location, food was only o.k. to good, be ready for a lot of butter, and I had the branzino special. Crab cake starter was good, also lots of butter in the chicken and mashed potatoes.

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  8. Kafongo

    Washington DC1 review

    2.0

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Unfortunately, the service was not good but the croque monsieur was good.

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  9. Katharina VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Service was poor, food was very good. The location in the beautiful Willard close to the White House is fantastic.

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  10. Daniel

    Unspecified1 review

    2.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Decent. The Filet was aggressively average, lack of seasoning and a tad on the cold side. The service left something to be desired. Nice enough people nevertheless.

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FAQs

Cafe Du Parc offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 942-7000.

Cafe Du Parc is rated 4.3 stars by 2597 OpenTable diners.

Cafe Du Parc does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 33 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cafe Du Parc

1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004

Additional information

  • Cross street
    14th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Sat, Sun 6:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–4:30 pm Brunch Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Bistro, French American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available for guests of Cafe du Parc through the valet stand of Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C. 0-2 hours is $26, 2-4 is $30. We are pleased to extend complimentary valet parking to restaurant guests dining with us for dinner only.
  • Public transit
    Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., on Pennsylvania Avenue, Willard is easily accessible by many modes of transportation. The closest subway station to Cafe du Parc is Metro Center station, two blocks away. Valet Parking is available and validated during the dinner service.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gyo Santa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://cafeduparc.com/
  • Phone number
    (202) 942-7000
  • Catering
    A catered lunch and dinner menu is available as a pick-up option for off-site events.
  • Private party facilities
    Overlooking the iconic lobby of the historic Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C., the Pershing Private Dining Room in Cafe du Parc offers a vibrant, intimate setting perfect for all occasions.
  • Private party contact
    Cafe du Parc Events Team: (202) 942-7000
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