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Bresca

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$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

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2 people

Mar 31, 2025

March 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Hot spot
Lively

Bresca offers A La Carte and Tasting Menu options! Parties of 5 or more will be required to do our Chef's Tasting Menu. We are a Contemporary French restaurant and cocktail bar located in the bustling 14th Street neighborhood. Our team explores the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with genuine hospitality.

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Executive chef: Ryan Ratino

MICHELIN 1 Star2023
MICHELIN 1 Star2022
MICHELIN 1 Star2021

From the OpenTable editors: From a living moss wall and purple banquettes to playful dishes layered with truffles and caviar, maximalism reigns supreme at Ryan Ratino’s MICHELIN-Starred hotspot. His Parisian bistro-inspired menu includes whimsical takes on French classics like a strawberry-pistachio foie gras “gateau” paired with colorful cocktails from beverage director Will Patton.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Contemporary American, French
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 518-7926
Website
http://www.brescadc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1906 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2021
4. MICHELIN 1 Star 2020
5. MICHELIN 1 Star 2019
Neighborhood
U Street Corridor
Cross street
T Street
Parking details
Street Parking- Metered Street Parking is available on 14th Street NW and surrounding side street parking also available.Closest recommended parking lot- Reeves Center Parking Garage covered parking located on the corner of U St. and 14th St. NW (Building Address 2000 14th St NW. Washington, DC 20009, US)
Public transit
Metro Accessible via the Yellow and Green lines using the U St./American Civil War metro station - located at U st between 12th and 13th- 5 minute walk to Bresca- walk west to 14th st, make left, 1 block down on west side of street near corner of 14th and T st.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Maggy Hawk Wine Experience
Apr 23, 2025 only
Bresca is excited to partner with Sarah Wuethrich, the winemaker of Anderson Valley’s esteemed Maggy Hawk vineyard. Sarah will host an amazing four course dining experience, pairing 5 of her wines with Chef Ryan Ratino's favorite courses. Maggy Hawk is renowned for their Pinot Noir, a classic pairing for our French cuisine, and we are excited to offer four different expressions that highlight what locals call “The Deep End” of Anderson Valley, where the cool climate helps craft exceptional wines. Join us for this amazing experience!
Easter Brunch at Bresca
Apr 20, 2025 only
Join us for a Prix Fixe Easter Brunch at Bresca! We will be offering our takes on Easter classics.
Mother's Day Brunch
May 11, 2025 only
Treat the mother figure in your life to a special experience at Bresca!

What 939 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bresca is a culinary gem in DC, celebrated for its "amazing food and service." Guests rave about the tasting menus, which offer "wonderful experiences" and expertly crafted dishes. The ambiance is lively, though some find it noisy. While some dishes could improve, Bresca remains a "highly recommend" destination for special occasions.

939 Reviews

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Marco
Charleston3 reviews
2.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
My significant other and I were disappointed with our recent experience at Bresca. Given its recent Michelin star recognition, we arrived with high expectations for the tasting menu but, unfortunately, they were not met. While the food itself was flavorful and the presentations artful, we found it difficult to appreciate the table side descriptions of the dishes due to the high ambient noise level, which made it impossible to hear our server. One profound disappointment was the chicken entrée. My partner’s portion was significantly and noticably larger than mine, and her cabbage was seared beautifully while mine was missing any sear. This lack of consistency was glaring and, regrettably, not addressed before the dishes were brought to the table. At the end of the meal, we were presented with the check immediately, without any inquiry or follow-up regarding our dining experience. I consider myself fortunate to have dined at several Michelin-star restaurants in D.C., and I am well aware of the level of service and detail that accompanies such recognition. This visit, however, fell short of that standard. Bresca, did not demonstrate the excellence associated with the Michelin star they display atop their bar.
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Phil
Western NC1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing staff. Amazing menu. Worth every penny. Go for the 4-course menu; you will not regret it. Cocktails are expertly crafted, too. District at its best.
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Bob
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Excellent food and service - the noise levels were very high but the quality of the food more than compensated.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing dining experience. The menu was an adventure, the caviar add on was amazing, and the cocktails were fun and delicious.
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Kendell
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time there, service was great and attentive- food was delicious and transformative all in all was a an amazing experience, my coworker, and said that he was blown away.
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MARK
Los Angeles5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service is impeccable. Constant attentiveness by the staff. Lots of courses that required precise timing and pacing. Loved the variety of food flavors in the tasting menu.
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beanie
Washington DC2 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Too noisy for fine dining. My short rib was disappointing. Should be fork tender but wasn’t and the sauce was a tad too thick for a short rib. I don’t like the stuffing under the chicken skin. Mushy Foie gras was superb
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J VIP
Washington DC21 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was delicious! Bathroom was above average. Staff was inconsistent
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JoshuaS
Washington DC25 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
While the food and service were good, there was little wow factor like there used to be. Maybe it’s just not a great seasonal menu, but nobody from my group left impressed
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brent VIP
Denver17 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service!!! The food was wonderful. Highly recommend!
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FAQs

Bresca offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 518-7926.

Bresca is rated 4.5 stars by 939 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

1906 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

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Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2021
4. MICHELIN 1 Star 2020
5. MICHELIN 1 Star 2019
Cross street
T Street
Neighborhood
U Street Corridor
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Contemporary American, French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking- Metered Street Parking is available on 14th Street NW and surrounding side street parking also available.Closest recommended parking lot- Reeves Center Parking Garage covered parking located on the corner of U St. and 14th St. NW (Building Address 2000 14th St NW. Washington, DC 20009, US)
Public transit
Metro Accessible via the Yellow and Green lines using the U St./American Civil War metro station - located at U st between 12th and 13th- 5 minute walk to Bresca- walk west to 14th st, make left, 1 block down on west side of street near corner of 14th and T st.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.brescadc.com/
Phone number
(202) 518-7926

Bresca

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Experiences

Maggy Hawk Wine Experience

Easter Brunch at Bresca

Mother's Day Brunch

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What 939 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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