Bastille

4.7

3072 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Bastille Brasserie & Bar is located at the corner of North Fayette & Pendleton Street in Alexandria VA.

Chefs Christophe & Michelle Poteaux's award winning restaurant & bar, located in Old Town Alexandria, has continuously offered guests fresh takes on classic French cuisine, all within our quaint neighborhood brasserie.

Our creations are rooted in the use of seasonal, locally sourced and farm fresh ingredients. Our passion for French food, wine & culture is what we celebrate daily with all of Alexandria & the DMV. Enjoy our casual atmosphere in one of our dining rooms, in our Bar-Café, or at one of our outdoor tables; where locals and travelers love to relax.
We thank you for giving us a visit & we hope you’ll return, hungry for more.
VIVE LA FRANCE!!!

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, French American, Bistro
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(703) 519-3776
Website
https://www.bastillerestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Christophe and Michelle Poteaux
Catering
Bastille has 2 dining rooms that are available for semi-private and private groups. Contact AGM - Mr. Juan Ramirez at manager@bastillerestaurant.com to discuss your needs!
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Bastille can accommodate all your special event needs.

Location
606 N. Fayette St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Neighborhood
Alexandria
Cross street
Pendleton Street
Parking details
Curbside Delivery available in front of the restaurant or Carry-Out. Ample free street parking, non metered. Daytime 2 hour limit. After 6pm no time limit. No limit on Sundays.
Public transit
Braddock Road Metro train station is 2 blocks away.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Mimosas Brunch for ALL!
Multiple dates available
Brunch is always fantastic and our Mimosas Brunch is an even better idea! Begin with our 3-Course Prix Fixe menu featuring an appetizer, an entrée and a dessert for just $39. Go totally FRENCH and make it a Mimosas party with our imported French Juices & a bottle of French Sparkling + glasses for all - only $34. Available Sundays until 2:30pm.
Relaxing Parisian Lunch in ALX
Multiple dates available
Join Us for our seasonal 3-Course Parisian lunch menu offered every Friday from 11:30am to 2pm. Choose an appetizer, an entrée and one of Chef Michelle's delicious desserts! All for $39 per person (plus taxes, beverages & gratuities). Bon Appetit!!

Offers

Half Way to Friday-Every Wednesday!!
Multiple dates available
Wed - 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Wednesday from 4pm-Close for Happy Hour All NIGHT! Valid in our café and bar. No Discounts or Coupons can be used on alcohol/Only on food purchased/See restaurant for details.

Popular dishes

What 3,072 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Virginia - DC Suburbs
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bastille offers a delightful dining experience in Alexandria with consistently "delicious food" and "excellent service." Known for its French cuisine, it features a "great wine list" and a cozy patio setting. While some find the ambiance "sterile," others praise its "Parisian" vibe. Perfect for special occasions or a casual meal.

3,073 Reviews

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James
VIP
Washington DC
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb dining experience, excellent service and delicious meal!
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William
Baltimore
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food and service were excellent. A bit pricey but overall, a very nice experience.
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Ricky
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The entire evening was simply amazing! Great service, well designed menu and perfect atmosphere! We were able to enjoy ourselves and never felt rushed! As far as dishes goes, we recommend the caviar, the halibut and of course the buche de Noel! We will see you soon!
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stan
Chicago
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Christmas Eve dinner is always a hit, but this they seemed to somehow take it up a notch. If they didn't have a seasonal, changing menu, I'd plead for that halibut to be a permanent fixture on the menu. Great service from the host, the bartenders, the server, the runners...Bastille is still nailing it. Oh, and special props to the bartenders. They are real pros who obviously take pride in their craft and not just absent-mindedly throwing ingredients together.
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Rachel
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, the food and service were exceptional. We started with escargot and beet salad, then had steak frites (perfectly medium rare) for our second course; all washed down with a lovely Bordeaux. We had the pot du crème for dessert. Delightful. I just love this restaurant, and highly recommend it.
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Ray
Washington DC
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, excellent service, good ambiance. Perfect spot for an intimate dinner with a loved one or friends. Never disappoints.
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carol
VIP
Washington DC
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely wonderful late lunch with impeccable service! Food was outstanding - every delectable bite. Reasonably priced. Coming back for NYE! Easy parking right across the street. Give it a try - we think you’ll love it!
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Joan
Washington DC
22 reviews
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Bastille is a charming bustling neighborhood spot. On this Saturday night, the noise level was uncomfortable due in part to it being filled to capacity and the tile flooring. The wait staff, when available, was efficient and knowledgeable. However, we had to ask for more water and for condiments. We were not asked whether we’d like dessert. The food was perfectly prepared.
BastilleResponded on December 17, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our bustling atmosphere and found our food to be perfectly prepared. We’re sorry to hear that the noise level was uncomfortable during your visit and that our wait staff didn’t meet your expectations in terms of attentiveness. Your comments about water and condiments will be addressed with our team to ensure that we provide a better experience in the future. We appreciate your input and hope you’ll join us again to enjoy both the food and the service at its best! Bastille Management
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Theresa
VIP
Washington DC
82 reviews
4.0
82 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This isa great lunch spot, Nice variety of dishes. The soup was outstanding. Relatively easy to park in this part of Old Town,
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Laurie
VIP
Washington DC
95 reviews
4.0
95 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful dinner!! We loved the Boeuf Bourguignon! Our server Noemi was both helpful and friendly. I love Bastille!!
BastilleResponded on December 17, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Boeuf Bourguignon and had a great experience with Noemi. We appreciate your support and can't wait to welcome you back to Bastille for another wonderful dinner! Bastille Management
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FAQs

Bastille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 519-3776.

Bastille is rated 4.7 stars by 3072 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

606 N. Fayette St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Pendleton Street
Neighborhood
Alexandria
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, French American, Bistro
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Curbside Delivery available in front of the restaurant or Carry-Out. Ample free street parking, non metered. Daytime 2 hour limit. After 6pm no time limit. No limit on Sundays.
Public transit
Braddock Road Metro train station is 2 blocks away.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Christophe and Michelle Poteaux
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.bastillerestaurant.com/
Phone number
(703) 519-3776
Catering
Bastille has 2 dining rooms that are available for semi-private and private groups. Contact AGM - Mr. Juan Ramirez at manager@bastillerestaurant.com to discuss your needs!
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Bastille can accommodate all your special event needs.

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Bastille

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Featured in

100 Washington, D.C. Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Experiences

Mimosas Brunch for ALL!

Relaxing Parisian Lunch in ALX

Offers

Half Way to Friday-Every Wednesday!!

Popular dishes

Steak - Frites

Risotto à La Truffe

Profiteroles au Chocolat

Menu

What 3,072 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Bastille offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bastille restaurant rated?

Is Bastille currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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