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Bresca

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$31 to $50
Contemporary French / American
1906 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Neighborhood gem
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.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Ryan Ratino

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN 1 Star2023
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    MICHELIN 1 Star2022
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    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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • 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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • 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

  • Mother's Day Brunch

    May 11, 2025 only
    Treat the mother figure in your life to a special experience at Bresca!
    Mother's Day Brunch Photo
  • Glenmorangie Bar Experience

    May 8, 2025 only
    $215pp Bresca is excited to host Lisa Pope, Glenmorangie Whisky Ambassador, as she leads a four course dinner at the Bresca bar featuring this legendary Highland Scotch. Chef Ryan will be preparing four of his signature dishes, paired with neat pours and cocktails featuring some of the classic expressions of Glenmorangie, including the Nectar d’Or and the exclusive Signet. Reserve your seat for this exclusive experience now!

What 953 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bresca offers a "laid back" atmosphere with an "amazing staff" who provide "perfectly timed service." The tasting menu is "worth every penny," featuring dishes like scallop crudo and black bass. Cocktails are "expertly crafted," and the ambiance is "relaxing." It's a "fantastic" choice for special occasions and fine dining in DC.

954 Reviews
  1. Jill

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Wonderful service, great Somme. Your own mom would not take better care of you than this flotilla of servers.

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  2. Stephen VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was one of the best dining experiences we have ever had. Unbelievable food!! Fantastic service and ambience. Totally deserving of their Michelin star! I can’t wait to go back the next time I’m in DC.

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  3. Gregory VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So grateful for this team always. It’s an amazing menu right now, and everyone went above and beyond to make the night really special. Thank you!

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  4. Camille VIP

    Houston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Was just an extraordinary event. So delicious and the service was amazing. My husband has hearing aids and the noise level is a little rough for him. That was the only downside though. Spectacular food and service.

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  5. Justin

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a laid back group who are passionate and knowledgeable about their craft!

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  6. Chuck VIP

    New York City101 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our first visit to Bresca. Had the tasting menu which was excellent. Highlights were the scallop crudo, the black bass entree, and the brioche. Excellent Bordeaux and Orange mocktail. The only complaint is that it was too much food. Will definitely go back, but order a la carte.

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  7. Adel

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first ever Michelin star, and I can see why. Food was outstanding as expected, but the service… the service just sealed the deal. Staff was absolutely amazing. My glass was never half full, would always top off my water, extremely friendly and courteous. Top notch all around.
    BrescaResponded on April 17, 2025
    Hello Adel, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing us for your first Michelin-starred experience — what an honor! We're thrilled to hear that the food lived up to expectations, and even more so that our service made such a lasting impression. Our team takes great pride in creating a warm, attentive atmosphere, and it means the world to know that came through in your visit. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another unforgettable evening! Sincerely, Kieran Dolas Restaurant Manager

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  8. Deborah VIP

    Washington DC15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated my mom's birthday last night with the chef's tasting menu. The food was absolutely delicious! Each course was carefully designed to reveal unexpected flavors and excite your tastebuds. And the presentation was art. Loved the scallop and chow "snacks," and the cod melted in my mouth. The chicken and ribeye were divine. Desserts were light, complex, and satisfying. Julia and her team provided perfectly timed service. And the ambiance was relaxing. Worth the high price tag. Thank you! We will definitely be back!
    BrescaResponded on April 10, 2025
    Hello Debbie, Thank you so much for celebrating such a special occasion with us—we're honored to have been part of your mom’s birthday! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the chef’s tasting menu and that each course left a memorable impression. Julia and the team will be delighted to know their service made your evening even more enjoyable. Creating a relaxing and elevated experience is what we strive for, so your kind words mean the world to us. We truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback, and we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! Warm regards, Kieran Dolas Restaurant Manager

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  9. Carlos

    Washington DC4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good experience overall. Service was interesting albeit a little rushed. Amazing wine menu with an excellent selection of French and German Rieslings. Dessert was out of this world.
    BrescaResponded on April 10, 2025
    Hello Carlos, Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback on your experience. It means the world to me to hear you enjoyed the food and the wine list, our Culinary Team and Sommelier put a lot of effort into curating a special experience. I am sorry to hear that the service felt a little rushed, we strive to to make every guest feel warm and welcomed throughout their time with us and it seems we missed the mark with your experience. I would love to get some additional details about the service if you would be willing to provide them. Thank you again for providing your feedback, it allows us to constantly improve in the areas we missed and praise the team for the areas we delivered. I do hope we have the pleasure of welcoming you in again soon. Warm regards, Kieran Dolas

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  10. Joanne VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service Had the tasting menu and would 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 953 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. U Street Corridor

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bresca

1906 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

Dining areas

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
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