Grand Cru Wine Bar & Bistro

4.5

1378 Reviews

$30 and under

French American

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Neighborhood gem
Great for fine wines
Great for outdoor dining

Grand Cru is a French American Bistro and Wine bar offering fine food in a cozy European style atmosphere. One of the key advantages of Grand Cru is our on site wine store with over 450 premium wines from around the world. Any of these retail priced wines can be enjoyed with your dinner with a modest on premise service fee. Grand Cru also features a selection of over 50 domestic and hard to get imported beers. Grand Cru also has a full bar with several signature cocktails and on draft beers.
The menu at Grand Cru consists of an impressive array of tapas items, world class entrees, fondue and hand crafted desserts. the idea is equisite food paired great wines at a price you can afford. But if you are in the mood to eat at home, stop by and pick up a bottle of wine to go.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French American, Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(703) 243-7900
Website
http://grandcrubistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
David Montanez
Catering
Full service catering including alcohol for small to medium sized events.
Private party facilities
Private parties can be scheduled at Grand Cru by contacting the restaurant. We have a large private dining area with a separate bar. Ideal for large get togethers, weddings, graduation parties and Professional events.
Private party contact
Lena Thorpe: (844) 211-6601

Location
4301 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203
Neighborhood
Arlington
Cross street
Glebe
Parking details
Street parking on Taylor Street and Validated parking in the underground parking garage off Taylor Street after 6pm and on weekends.
Public transit
Ballston Metro Stop on the Orange Line. Exit and walk kitty corner through the courtyard with the Cosi and Potbelly Sandwich shops. Grand Cru is located in the next courtyard with the fountain.
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Escargot$13.00
Garlic parsley butter / puff pastry
Cheese Fondue
Cave aged Gruyere / white wine / shallots / croutons; $6 each additional
- First Person$9.00
Mixed Nuts and Olives$11.00
Assorted nuts, imported olives and spices
Sautéed Garlic Shrimp*$16.00
Seared shrimp / garbanzo beans / garlic / smoked paprika
Hot Crab and Artichoke Dip$18.00
Lump crab meat / artichokes / Cheddar / Cream cheese / garlic / crostini
Lobster Fritters$24.00
Smoked paprika remoulade sauce
Bread Basket$4.00
Assorted bread / house made rosemary butter
Beef Wellington Tarts$20.00
Flaky puff pastry / beef tenderloin / mushrooms / garlic / onion / tangy horseradish cream
Truffled Deviled Eggs$12.00
Stuffed eggs / truffle oil / crostini / duck confit
Mussels$17.00
Creamy black pepper sauce / yuzu / toasted sourdough
Duck and Mushroom Strudel$15.00
Duck confit / exotic mushrooms / Gruyere cheese / smoked red pepper emulsion
Stuffed and Wrapped Warm Brie$16.00
Brie cheese / phyllo dough / shaved almonds / local honey / petite salad
Potato Gnocchi$15.00
Green beans / garlic / shallots / roasted bell pepper / olive oil / parmesan
Beef Carpaccio*$22.00
Thinly sliced fillet of beef / capers / red onion / Arugula / olive oil / toasted baguette
Lobster Risotto*$25.00
Arborio rice / lobster / garlic / shallots / Parmesan cheese

Artisan Cheese Platter

$25. Served with fruit compote, grapes, French baguette

Idaizabel / Spain / Cow
Pont L'Eveque / France / Cow
Sandy Creek Goat Cheese / N.C. / Goat
Blue Shropshire / U.K. / Cow-Blue
Midnight Cove / US. Colorado / Sheep

Charcuterie Platter

$25. Served with French baguette and Dijon

Prosciutto / Italy
Chorizo Salami / Spain
Salami de Loukanika / Greece
Bresaola / Italy
House Made Pork Liver & Bacon Paté

Soups

Grand Cru French Onion Soup$11.00
Caramelized onion / beef broth / crostini / Gruyere
Soup du Jour$7.00
Seasonal daily soup

Salads

Add Chicken +$8, Salmon +$17, Scallops (3 each) +$17, Shrimp (4 each) +$15

Caesar Salad$12.00
Romaine hearts / Caesar dressing / Parmesan crisp
Warm Brussel Sprout Salad$12.00
Sautéed Brussels sprouts / apples dried apricots / spiced pumpkin seeds crisp prosciutto / aged sherry dressing
Beet Salad$12.00
Roasted beets / pecans / dry cranberries / cranberry vinaigrette / Blue cheese
Mediterranean Medley$12.00
Fresh basil / cucumbers / tomatoes / red onions / olives / peppers / artichoke hearts / marinated feta
Shrimp & Avocado Salad*$18.00
Frisee / Hearts of Palm / Olive Vinaigrette / Pumpkin seeds

Entrées

Prime Filet of Beef*
Garlic-Cheddar mashed potatoes / asparagus / red wine sauce
- 8oz$42.00
Parisian Steak and Frites*
Rib Eye / Truffle French fries / red wine shallot sauce
- 12oz$42.00
Rack of Wild Boar*$45.00
Sage Apple Maple Glazed Wild Boar Rack / Roasted winter vegetables, cherry gastrique
Breast of Duck*$27.00
Sweet potato fries / frisee salad / truffled capeberry sauce
Roasted Breast of Organic Chicken*$20.00
French beans / Garlic-Cheddar mashed potatoes / lemon-thyme juice
Grand Cru Burger*$18.00
Brioche bun / cheddar / lettuce / tomato / pickle / onion / French fries
Fillet of Salmon*$27.00
Beet risotto / haricot verts / stone-grain mustard sauce
Sautéed Diver Scallops*$28.00
Roasted and pureed cauliflower / golden raisins / shallots / capers / melted leeks
Mushroom Orzo$17.00
'Exotic' mushrooms / Gruyere / white truffle drizzle
Shrimp Andouille Pasta*$19.00
Shrimp / Andouille sausage / four cheese / tomato / Parmesan cheese / penne pasta
Wagyu Beef Stroganoff*$27.00
American wagyu / mushrooms / shallots / garlic / large egg noodles

Sides

Mac & Cheese$9.00
Sauteed Mushrooms$10.00
Garlic-Cheddar Mashed Potatoes$9.00
Truffled French Fries$7.00
Asparagus$12.00
Sweet Potatoes Fries$8.00

What 1,378 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Virginia - DC Suburbs
Great for fine wines

Review summary

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Grand Cru Wine Bar & Bistro is a beloved neighborhood gem known for its "phenomenal bistro" experience. Guests rave about the "delicious" food, extensive wine list, and the "attentive staff." The charming atmosphere and outdoor seating make it perfect for both intimate dinners and family gatherings. A must-visit for wine enthusiasts!

1,378 Reviews

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Jackson
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Expensive, but you get what you pay for. Great wine, great service, and great food. Our servers were very fun, attentive, and helpful.
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Matt
Washington DC
76 reviews
5.0
76 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very good meal. Carlos helped us pick out an excellent Priorat wine to accompany our dinner. The deviled eggs with duck confit is an incredible appetizer. Not something you see on other menus. The steak au poivre had good flavor and a good sauce but was cooked a little beyond medium rare. Still, overall - a very good experience and we’ll be back.
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lisa
San Francisco
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I had the duck and it was terrible. My knife could not cut through it. It was inedible.
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Michael and Sarah
Washington DC
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed a lovely meal outside with the water of the fountain providing a lovely and soothing background sounds. The food and service were excellent. The wine flights helped us select our wine bottle for our me. We'll be back.
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Cynthia
Washington DC
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on October 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Charming restaurant with very good food, wine and service.
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Mary
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
understaffed and ignored by waiter. had to get up 5 different times to ask him to assist us -- as in going back near the kitchen where he was standing. Also, 3 of 4 appetizers came out -- and then 10 mins later the 4th came out. Same with the meal. They didn't bring silverware (after they had cleared it with the appetizers -- so we had to get up and walk around the restaurant and ask for silverware.) Unbelievable. I will never eat there again.
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Lester
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent My friends and I had the baked brie, scallops and for dessert,profiteroles Everything was delicious. We ate outside on beautiful and comfortable evening. Very good experience overall.
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Douglas
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience - as always - at Grand Cru! Food, service, and outdoor seating are top-notch!
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Maureen
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Loud liable with about 8-10 people sitting near us so hard to hear. Wait staff was attentive at first then slacked off a bit towards the end. Very dark inside this restaurant but I think part of the old world elegance.
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Howard
Washington DC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I've been to Grand Cru on many occasions, and it's always been satisfying. This most recent visit was outstanding. Our server was knowledgeable about wines and made an excellent suggestion. The service was unobtrusive--there when necessary, friendly and ready to help as needed. The food was terrific, even better than I remembered. It was Tuesday evening at the end of August, so there were very few diners, and that could have contributed in some ways to the attentiveness. This was a birthday dinner for my son, and the server comped his dessert (I had not told the restaurant it was his birthday, but the server somehow figured it out), which was a lovely gesture.
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FAQs

Grand Cru Wine Bar & Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 243-7900.

Grand Cru Wine Bar & Bistro is rated 4.5 stars by 1378 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

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Google Map for Grand Cru Wine Bar & Bistro

4301 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203

Additional information

Cross street
Glebe
Neighborhood
Arlington
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French American, Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking on Taylor Street and Validated parking in the underground parking garage off Taylor Street after 6pm and on weekends.
Public transit
Ballston Metro Stop on the Orange Line. Exit and walk kitty corner through the courtyard with the Cosi and Potbelly Sandwich shops. Grand Cru is located in the next courtyard with the fountain.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
David Montanez
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://grandcrubistro.com/
Phone number
(703) 243-7900
Catering
Full service catering including alcohol for small to medium sized events.
Private party facilities
Private parties can be scheduled at Grand Cru by contacting the restaurant. We have a large private dining area with a separate bar. Ideal for large get togethers, weddings, graduation parties and Professional events.
Private party contact
Lena Thorpe: (844) 211-6601

Grand Cru Wine Bar & Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Wagyu Beef Stroganoff

Salmon Cobb

Fillet of Salmon

Shared Plates

Escargot$13.00

Cheese Fondue

Mixed Nuts and Olives$11.00

Sautéed Garlic Shrimp*$16.00

Hot Crab and Artichoke Dip$18.00

Lobster Fritters$24.00

Bread Basket$4.00

Beef Wellington Tarts$20.00

Truffled Deviled Eggs$12.00

Mussels$17.00

Duck and Mushroom Strudel$15.00

Stuffed and Wrapped Warm Brie$16.00

Potato Gnocchi$15.00

Beef Carpaccio*$22.00

Lobster Risotto*$25.00

Artisan Cheese Platter

Idaizabel / Spain / Cow

Pont L'Eveque / France / Cow

Sandy Creek Goat Cheese / N.C. / Goat

Blue Shropshire / U.K. / Cow-Blue

Midnight Cove / US. Colorado / Sheep

Charcuterie Platter

Prosciutto / Italy

Chorizo Salami / Spain

Salami de Loukanika / Greece

Bresaola / Italy

House Made Pork Liver & Bacon Paté

Soups

Grand Cru French Onion Soup$11.00

Soup du Jour$7.00

Salads

Caesar Salad$12.00

Warm Brussel Sprout Salad$12.00

Beet Salad$12.00

Mediterranean Medley$12.00

Shrimp & Avocado Salad*$18.00

Entrées

Prime Filet of Beef*

Parisian Steak and Frites*

Rack of Wild Boar*$45.00

Breast of Duck*$27.00

Roasted Breast of Organic Chicken*$20.00

Grand Cru Burger*$18.00

Fillet of Salmon*$27.00

Sautéed Diver Scallops*$28.00

Mushroom Orzo$17.00

Shrimp Andouille Pasta*$19.00

Wagyu Beef Stroganoff*$27.00

Sides

Mac & Cheese$9.00

Sauteed Mushrooms$10.00

Garlic-Cheddar Mashed Potatoes$9.00

Truffled French Fries$7.00

Asparagus$12.00

Sweet Potatoes Fries$8.00

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