Bistrot Lepic & Wine Bar
Category: Wine Bars, French, Romantic
Neighborhood: Georgetown
Price:
Address: 1736 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007, United States
✨ Vibe
An authentic, "Parisian neighborhood" institution in Upper Georgetown that perfectly blends old-school French charm with a cozy, intimate atmosphere across its first-floor dining room and relaxed second-story wine lounge.
🍸 Best For
Romantic dates, wine connoisseurs, live jazz enthusiasts, authentic French comfort food, sophisticated weeknight drinks.
🔥 Highlights
- Live Jazz Nights: Every Wednesday from 6 PM to 9 PM, the Wine Bar hosts "sans cover" live jazz sessions, creating a sophisticated and rhythmic backdrop for your evening.
- Award-Winning French Cuisine: Recognized by Bon Appétit as one of the best restaurants in the country, the menu features masterful classics like the signature potato-crusted salmon, duck confit, and the legendary "Ile Flotante" (floating island) dessert.
- Extensive Wine Program: A true destination for oenophiles, offering a vast selection of French vintages and expert pairings, recently highlighted as a premier spot for DC’s Winter Restaurant Week 2026.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Enjoy half-price wines by the glass during Happy Hour at the Wine Bar, Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday from 5 PM to 7 PM.
- While the first floor offers a traditional bistro dining experience, the upstairs Wine Bar provides a more casual lounge setting with comfortable sofas and chairs.
🔄 Weekly Events
Weekend Brunch 🥐
Classic French brunch served every Saturday and Sunday.
🎷 Jazz Night
Live music sessions 'sans cover' at the Wine Bar.
Live Jazz Sessions 🎷
Live music sessions 'sans cover' at the Wine Bar featuring a Jazz Night Prix-Fixe Menu.
Happy Hour
All wines by the glass half price at the Wine Bar only
📰 In the News
What You Need to Know About Winter Restaurant Week 2026
Bistrot Lepic & Wine Bar is participating in Washington, DC’s Winter Restaurant Week from January 19-25, 2026. The venue is highlighted as a top destination for wine connoisseurs to enjoy specially priced multi-course menus and expert wine pairings.
Bistrot Lepic & Wine Bar | Restaurants in Georgetown, Washington DC
Bistrot Lepic & Wine Bar is an unapologetically French establishment in Georgetown featuring a second-story wine bar with an extensive bottle list and a menu of grand cuisine classics like cassoulet and salmon in a potato crust. The venue offers a relaxed atmosphere with floral murals and live jazz performances accompanied by prix fixe specials on Monday and Wednesday nights.
Recent Reviews from Google
Excellent dining experience. Good food, very good band that created lovely atmosphere. Service was friendly, patient, and even called us when credit card was left on the table. Restaurants usually do...
Bistrot Lepic & Wine Bar is a stereotypical and old school French restaurant in Georgetown. Although the furniture is outdated, the buzz and ambiance is perfect. We celebrated a birthday on the first...
Decent French bistro. My only criticism is that the onion tart is NOT an onion tart but rather a quiche. If the chef is French he / she should know better
Favorite local French spot with a cozy intimate atmosphere. The duck confit is always a hit for me and my lovely girlfriend enjoys the chicken curry every time we go! Crowd is on the older side.
If you like creamy/custard/vanilla deserts, I highly recommend the Ile flotant (floating island). One of the best I’ve ever had. Overall great restaurant
