Le Diplomate

$$$

4.6(7,106)

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Location & Hours

Address

1601 14th St NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20009
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 11:30 AM

Monday11:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Tuesday11:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Wednesday11:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Thursday11:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Friday11:30 AM - 12:00 AM

Saturday9:30 AM - 12:00 AM

Sunday9:30 AM - 11:00 PM

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Contact Information

(202) 332-3333

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About Le Diplomate

Old-fashioned restaurant with outdoor seating, serving familiar French fare, brunch staples, and drinks.

Price range: expensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 5, 2025.

4.6/5

Based on 7,106 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Drew Long

2 weeks ago

Outstanding service and meal. After multiple eating-out fails on our DC trip, this was the meal we’ll remember for years to come. Escargot, I’d never had and was skeptical about, but these were delici...

Nadia Pshonyak

a week ago

Excellent French restaurant here in DC! My friend had the mussels and frites and I had the charcuterie and cheese plates and all were delicious as was the bread basket for two. The only issue was that...

Elsa Hebbo

a week ago

This is a cute romantic place in the heart of DC. I’ve heard so much about it, and only visited this year. We ordered onion soup and steak au poivre. The food was okay, I felt the steak au poivre was ...

Danielle Sgrosso

3 weeks ago

Exceptional Service & Delicious Food at Le Diplomate! From the moment we walked into Le Diplomate, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality. Amanda, our host, welcomed us with a big smile and made...

Lindsay Feinstein

2 months ago

Have heard nothing but great things about this quintessential dc spot. Finally checked it out on a snowy day & after putting our name down & waiting 45 min, we got seated in a cozy spot by the front w...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Customers had a positive dining experience at Le Diplomate, with an average rating of 4.6/5 across the reviews, praising the food, service, and ambiance.

Customer Favorites

Mussels and frites, charcuterie and cheese plates, bread basket, escargot, scallops, Grande Dame cocktail, Profiteroles dessert.

Atmosphere & Service

Customers appreciated the warm hospitality, knowledgeable and attentive servers like Amanda and William, and the classy, timeless ambiance of the restaurant.

Value & Quality

Customers highlighted the outstanding quality of the food, rich flavors, and well-prepared dishes. Some mentioned the portion sizes were satisfying, while others found the pricing reasonable for the experience.

Areas for Improvement

Some customers mentioned issues with table size affecting food placement and found the steak au poivre too spicy. One reviewer felt that the highly praised burger was too basic for their taste.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews consistently praised the exceptional service, delicious food, and the overall dining experience at Le Diplomate. The positive comments focused on the warmth of the staff, the quality of the dishes, and the timeless ambiance of the restaurant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Le Diplomate located?

Le Diplomate is located at 1601 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA.

What is the price range at Le Diplomate?

Le Diplomate is listed as expensive.

Where can I find the hours for Le Diplomate?

The listed hours for Le Diplomate are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact Le Diplomate?

Call Le Diplomate at (202) 332-3333. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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