Le Kavacha French Bistro

3.3

16 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

Good for groups
Great for outdoor dining
Innovative

Le Kavacha offers an inviting menu inspired by French cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. The menu features authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique French wines, making Le Kavacha one of the most exciting new restaurants in Washington DC. In addition, we offer private events, catering, and carry out throughout the year.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French
Hours of operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:30 pm–6:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–11:30 pm Bar Tue–Sun 11:30 am–11:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 808-2929
Website
https://www.lekavachabistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Eugene M. Ndjiki Nya

Location
4619 41st St NW, Washington, DC 20016-1817
Neighborhood
Friendship Heights
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Two blocks from Tenleytown-AU metro station and three blocks from Friendship Heights metro station
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Le Kavacha Maison Salad$9.95
Mesclun salad, fresh herbs, Banyuls vinegar, olive oil
Caesar Salad$13.00
Romaine lettuce, anchovy dressing, shaved Parmesan, house-made garlic croutons
Beet Salad$14.00
Roasted red beets, goat cheese, mixed greens, pecans, balsamic & olive oil
Charcuterie Plate$21.00
Prosciutto, pâté, rillette, jambon olives, cornichons, seasonal chutney

Appetizers

Escargots$13.95
Escargot baked in garlic butter
Chef 's Country Pâté$13.00
Homemade country pâté, Armagnac, artisan salad
Crabcake$17.50
Maryland jumbo lump crabcake, mixed greens, aioli
Salmon Tartare$14.95
Freshly diced salmon, dill, pickled ginger

Savory Crêpes

prepared with your choice of flour; plain flour, chickpea flour, or gluten free flour served with house salad

Crab Provençal$14.50
Maryland jumbo lump crabmeat, vegetable brunoise, lemon, thyme
Spicy Chorizo$12.00
Ground chorizo, pickled onions, goat cheese

Pizza & Flatbread

Margherita Pizza$13.00
Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil drizzle
Chicken Pesto Pizza$14.00
Roasted chicken breast, mozzarella, pesto

Burgers

all burgers served on a brioche bun, choice of house salad or pomme frites

Le Bistro Burger$18.50
8 oz. Angus beef patty, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, Kavacha sauce
Spanish Burger$19.95
60/40 chorizo & beef patty, pepperjack cheese, lettuce, tomato, cilantro
Bean Burger$14.95
Patty of black beans, barley, onions, celery, carrot
Beyond Burger®$14.00
100% plant based patty, lettuce, tomato, onion

Sandwiches

served with house salad or pomme frites

Le Kavacha Sandwich$13.50
Pâté, cornichons, mixed greens, artisan baguette
Croque Monsieur$15.50
Sliced ham, Gruyére cheese, béchamel, country bread
Jambon de Paris$18.95
Thinly sliced French ham, fresh butter, sliced olives, artisan salad, baguette
Steak & Cheese À l'Américaine$16.00
Thinly sliced steak, provolone, green peppers, mushrooms, onions, Italian hoagie roll

Freshmade Pasta

add chicken +$5, add shrimp +$7

Fettuccine Alfredo$16.95
Fresh fettuccine pasta, creamy sauce of butter & Parmesan cheese
Spaghetti Pescatore$18.95
Fresh spaghetti pasta, mussels, clams, shrimp, tomato, basil

Entrées

Steak Frités$29.00
Grilled Angus hanger steak, shallot sauce, pomme frites, artisan salad
Steak au Poivre$37.00
Seared New York strip, pepper-crusted, seaonal vegetables, potato gratin, cognac cream sauce
Foie de Veau$23.00
Sauteéd calves liver, caramelized onions, bacon, mashed potatoes, jerez vinegar
Roasted Chicken$24.50
Roast half chicken, pomme frites, artisan salad, rosemary sauce
Mussels Mariniére$22.00
Steamed mussels in white wine, shallots, garlic, Pomme frites
Rainbow Trout Almondine$23.00
Pan seared rainbow trout, sauteéd spinach, fingerling potatoes, lemon-caper butter, almonds

What 16 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

3.3

3.3 based on all time ratings

3.6Food
3.5Service
3.6Ambience
3.2Value

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16 Reviews

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MarinaM
Washington DC
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It was a bit strange. We were the only group there, somehow no one else came. May be new management is not up to speed yet. But the for was very good, well made and presented, no problems at all. Wine list is a bit lacking, do not expect much. But the food was totally all right, everyone loved appetizers and main course.
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Chew
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We were only 2 in the restaurant and the volume of the music was blasting! unnecessary. At one point, in the back, someone turned the radio on all the way up, so we were between two very high noise, terrible.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Reminded us about our actual time in Europe!
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DianeD
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great new addition to the Tenleytown neighborhood. Stylish ambiance, friendly vibe, fabulous French food, and LIVE MUSIC!
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BizLunch
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Of the many good French restaurants in DC area, this has to be one of the least pretentious. Friendly service, great food!
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ECNB
Washington DC
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2021
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Cafeteria-quality food at restaurant price. Quality of Caeasar salad was similar to what you buy in an airport (to go). Ordered medium steak and it was overdone (overcooked and chewy, it seemed reheated). Mussels were not cleaned before cooking, and turned inedible. Pizza for the kids was ok. Service: the hostess was not wearing a mask, wearing earbuds while taking the order. We could also see two cooks behind the counter, both of them with masks pulled down the entire time, etc.
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Cece
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Le Kavacha is a neighborhood jewel. Fantastic food, welcoming service, a comfortable and casual place to dine.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Great food! Everyone loved their meal, the spices and exotic flavors. An eclectic menu so lots of choices! Great service, everyone was friendly and helpful to each other, I think the ambiance can be improved by making it more intimate, but the food was delicious. Roselyn
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Mado
Richmond
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My husband had the Duck Confit and he called it “rich and satisfying “ and I had the kidneys that were tender and served over a tasty potato gratin covered with a delicious if a bit salty brown sauce. The Île Flottante custard was thicker than usual but pleasant with a lovely sweet meringue topping.
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feasttheears
VIP
Washington DC
11 reviews
1.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2021
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Service was unacceptable. Food was good, not great.
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Le Kavacha French Bistro is rated 3.3 stars by 16 OpenTable diners.

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4619 41st St NW, Washington, DC 20016-1817

Additional information

Neighborhood
Friendship Heights
Hours of operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:30 pm–6:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–11:30 pm Bar Tue–Sun 11:30 am–11:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Two blocks from Tenleytown-AU metro station and three blocks from Friendship Heights metro station
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Eugene M. Ndjiki Nya
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.lekavachabistro.com/
Phone number
(202) 808-2929

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Handmade Soups

Lobster Bisque$12.95

Vegetable Soup$10.00

Soup du Jour$11.00

Garden Fresh Salads

Le Kavacha Maison Salad$9.95

Caesar Salad$13.00

Beet Salad$14.00

Charcuterie Plate$21.00

Appetizers

Escargots$13.95

Chef 's Country Pâté$13.00

Crabcake$17.50

Salmon Tartare$14.95

Savory Crêpes

Crab Provençal$14.50

Spicy Chorizo$12.00

Pizza & Flatbread

Margherita Pizza$13.00

Chicken Pesto Pizza$14.00

Burgers

Le Bistro Burger$18.50

Spanish Burger$19.95

Bean Burger$14.95

Beyond Burger®$14.00

Sandwiches

Le Kavacha Sandwich$13.50

Croque Monsieur$15.50

Jambon de Paris$18.95

Steak & Cheese À l'Américaine$16.00

Freshmade Pasta

Fettuccine Alfredo$16.95

Spaghetti Pescatore$18.95

Entrées

Steak Frités$29.00

Steak au Poivre$37.00

Foie de Veau$23.00

Roasted Chicken$24.50

Mussels Mariniére$22.00

Rainbow Trout Almondine$23.00

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