Primrose
Category: French, Brunch Spots, Romantic
Neighborhood: Brookland
Price:
Address: 3000 12th St NE, Washington, DC 20017, United States
✨ Vibe
A whimsical and sophisticated French-Euro bistro featuring stunning ostrich-feather chandeliers, weathered teal walls, and a beautifully relaxed greenhouse patio.
🍸 Best For
Romantic date nights, celebratory dinners, natural wine lovers, stylish weekend brunch.
🔥 Highlights
- Recently refreshed with a modern culinary upgrade under Executive Chef Patrick Benton, featuring an inventive $55 "Taste of Primrose" three-course menu alongside a five-course prix fixe option.
- A world-class natural wine program curated by sommelier Sebastian Zutant, paired with sophisticated seasonal cocktails like the "All Green Everything #2."
- Exceptional hospitality and a "European-inspired" atmosphere that has earned it a top spot in the Resy Guide to Where to Drink in D.C.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Reservations are highly recommended to secure a table in the popular outdoor solarium or the main dining room.
- Wine enthusiasts can join the "Stardust Bottle Club" for exclusive access to their eclectic, low-intervention wine selections and special offers.
📰 In the News
The Resy Guide to Where to Drink in D.C. This Fall — Resy | Right This Way
Primrose features the "All Green Everything #2," a verdant seasonal cocktail that highlights the venue's elegant French influence. The restaurant and bar provide a European-inspired atmosphere in Washington D.C., pairing its seasonal drink menu with sophisticated decor and French cuisine.
This Brookland Bistro Pairs Zany Wines With Surprising Flavor Combinations
Primrose in Brookland features a modern upgrade under executive chef Patrick Benton, offering an inventive menu that ranges from a five-course prix fixe to dynamic vegetable dishes and smash burgers. The French-inspired bistro pairs these flavors with an eclectic wine program curated by co-owner Sebastian Zutant and original herbal liqueur cocktails.
Delicious Brunch Spots in DC You Must Try This Spring
Primrose offers a stylish French-inspired brunch experience in Brookland featuring signature decor like ostrich-feathered chandeliers and weathered teal walls. The menu highlights classic dishes such as croque monsieur and buttermilk waffles, complemented by specialty cocktails like the Hibiscus French 75.
“The Resurrection of Primrose, a Neighborhood French Bistro: Emerging Post-Pandemic with NEW Culinary, Chef, Design, and Service”
Primrose, a French-Euro bistro in Brookland, has debuted a refreshed concept featuring a new interior design with a renovated bar and outdoor solarium. Led by Executive Chef Whitney Caceres, the restaurant offers a seasonal, French-inspired menu focused on small and medium-sized shared plates alongside an eclectic low-intervention wine and brandy program.
A Day in the Life: Primrose Power Couple Lauren Winter and Sebastian Zutant
Primrose is a charming French bistro and wine bar in DC’s Brookland neighborhood, founded by design expert Lauren Winter and sommelier Sebastian Zutant. The venue features a whimsical interior with ostrich feather chandeliers and offers a menu of classic French fare paired with a specialized natural wine program.
Recent Reviews from Google
REFUSAL to make any SUBSTITUTIONS OR ACCOMMODATIONS for FOOD ALLERGIES I went here for brunch and couldn’t eat a single thing on the menu, everything had dairy in some form: cheese, eggs, milk,...
The food is very good, the staff are so friendly, but it’s the ambience you go for. The restaurant is adorable. It’s not quite downtown prices but still feels slightly overpriced. $17 for one waffle…
Great atmosphere, food and service were fine. They're doing a $55 "Taste of Primrose" menu now that's three courses. I got the ricotta toast, steak, and cornbread. They were all okay, not nothing I...
I had a lovely time celebrating a birthday at Primrose. The portions were perfect and timing of each course was great. I was so happy to receive complementary truffles and glasses of sparkling wine...
From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by Sebastian, whose hospitality was outstanding!! Dinner was fantastic. We were lucky enough to try their smash burger even though it wasn’t on the...
