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Salmon Garlic Noodles - Fraiche, Washington, DC

Fraiche

4.5
4.5
136 Reviews
$31 to $50
Fusion / Eclectic
3345 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20010

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About this restaurant

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Fraiche (French for Fresh) is a fresh take on culinary fusion with inspiration from multiple cultures (including French, Cajun/Southern American, and Caribbean). This is also a fresh take on the historic architecture of the venue, which was once a theater.

Fraiche is designed to be a non-pretentious culinary destination with a nod to upscale dining without the stuffiness. The menu is constructed in a way that takes approachable and recognizable food and elevates it, with no flavor left behind!

Since the beginning of time, food has brought people together and that is our ultimate goal with this concept.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Cajun, French
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 136 people are saying

Fraiche reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

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Fraiche is a vibrant dining destination offering a delightful blend of French, Cajun, Southern, and Caribbean flavors. Guests rave about "impeccable service," "phenomenal food," and "inviting ambiance." Standouts include the oxtail meatballs, lamb chops, and deviled eggs. While service can be slow during peak times, the overall experience is exceptional.
136 Reviews
  1. Rocky VIP

    Atlanta14 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    First time here, and overall, I’d say it was just okay for us. We started with the deviled eggs—which were actually really good—but for the price, three just didn’t feel like enough. The charbroiled oysters weren’t bad, but they were on the smaller side and a little heavy on the breadcrumbs. For our entrees, we had the snapper and the 24-hour marinated chicken. The snapper wasn’t terrible, though it was a bit salty and inconsistent. The chicken was decent, but definitely could’ve used some sort of sauce to add flavor. The mac and cheese, on the other hand, was a standout—really good. Overall, I’d consider going back, but with the understanding that portion sizes are on the smaller side and the prices are on the higher end. Nearly $300 for a meal that left us not fully satisfied was unexpected. Just something to keep in mind if you’re planning a visit.

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  2. Michelle

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I decided to celebrate our 29th wedding anniversary at Fraiche to support Chef Matt. Every dish we ordered was well seasoned and delicious! The Mac & Cheese and Bread Pudding were VIP of the night!!! We will definitely dine here again!

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  3. frederick

    Washington DC11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fraiche didn’t disappoint. Food was and service was excellent

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  4. Earl VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Server was Shantell she was out standing. Gave us fantastic suggestions. She was a gem. Food was terrific. Crab cakes and the golden noodles were sublime.

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  5. Maurice

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience. Everything on the menu hit! Will definitely frequent this restaurant.

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  6. Lisa

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server Melissa was very attentive, friendly, and efficient. The she crab soup was full of crab meat and full of flavor. The deviled eggs, snapper, and gumbo were everything and more. The cocktails were pretty and tasty. We will most definitely return. Me and my friends enjoyed immensely.

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  7. yvonne

    Washington DC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Me and my bestie loved the experience Fraiche and the team provided. We both are fans of the chef behind the amazing menu, Mr. Make it Happen, and after learning about the new restaurant via social media we knew we had to experience this IRL. The level of service was impeccable from the hostess to the manager Sincere who not only accommodated our request for a larger table, but also checked on us to see how our experience was during our meal. Now the food…YES MAAM! The oxtail meatballs were, pun intended, chefs kiss and can we talk about the braised Cornish hen?? It needs and deserves a moment. The razzle dazzle? The deviled eggs topped with caviar, but can we get a moment for the bread pudding…overall one of the best new restaurants to grace the DC scene. As a DMV raised girlie, having this restaurant adds not only cultural but the level of service and value our foodie scene deserves.

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  8. Guyton

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    A great food experience! When I tell you food is flavored…it is seasoned to perfection! Great portion sizes too. Unfortunately, our service was a little underwhelming. We sat at the bar and it started off good but the ending was lackluster. It took almost half an hour to cash out. The bartender seemed overwhelmed. I don’t fault her but I know they are getting on their feet. Will still be back but hoping for smoother service.

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  9. Mauricia

    Dallas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, drinks, service, and ambience were impeccable!!!

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  10. Rayshad

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first visit to Fraiche was amazing! The customer service was top tier from the time I walked in until the time I left. My girlfriend and I had the wings and oxtail meatballs for starters, the Golden Gate Noodles with salmon and the Bayou Gumbo and the bread pudding for a dessert. Everything was a 10/10. They had the hits on the speakers too, but at a perfect volume for you to be able to have a combo but still along if you’d like. And to top the night off we were able to get a picture with Mr. MakeItHappen. I’ll 100% be back.

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Fraiche is rated 4.5 stars by 136 OpenTable diners.

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3345 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20010

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Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Columbia Heights
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Cajun, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Non-Smoking
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