L’Avant-Garde Goes Full-on Lobster for September
• September 5, 2024

No, it’s not Red Lobster, it’s way beyond that. Still, L’Avant-Garde, Georgetown’s French gem at 2915 M St. NW, is all about the tasty marine crustacean this month. Partner Chef […]

L’Avant-Garde Introduces Lunch à la Française 
• April 4, 2024

The Georgetowner got a chance to check out the new lunch menu at Georgetown’s elegant French restaurant, L’Avant-Garde, now helmed by Partner Chef Sébastien Giannini.  In France, lunch is the […]

L’Avant-Garde Welcomes Partner Chef Sébastien Giannini 
• February 10, 2024

Georgetown’s elegant French restaurant at 2915 M St. NW renews its commitment to an authentic French experience, partnering with chef Sébastien Giannini — “and inviting guests to fall in love, […]

Chez Billy Sud: Splendid, Delightful post-Restoration
• November 30, 2023

Chez Billy Sud, Georgetown’s beloved haunt for le vraie chose (the real thing) in French dining, has reopened after a pause for renovations. Happily, it seems that little has changed […]

Chez Billy Sud’s Spring Re-Awakening
• June 1, 2023

‘Reopening, Not Reinventing’ To much fanfare, one of the most beloved restaurants in Georgetown, Chez Billy Sud at 1039 31st Street NW, is projected to reopen in the next few […]

Bastille Day on the Côte d’Azur
• May 24, 2023

Bringing you the sun and flavors of Provence for a grand night of culinary celebration! On Saturday, July 15th, come to the French embassy and experience the stunningly beautiful Provence-Côte […]

Opaline Bar & Brasserie Refresh: C’est Excellent
• March 2, 2023

On Feb. 23, Area Director of Public Relations Diana Bulger and General Manager Karla Erales invited media colleagues to a special preview dinner at the refreshed Opaline Bar & Brasserie […]

Star Chef Gilles Epié to Open L’Avant-Garde on M St.
• August 26, 2022

This article was updated on Aug. 30. Georgetown will soon welcome its rock star chef. French chef Gilles Epié plans to open a restaurant on M Street in late September […]

Snazzy Brasserie Liberté Opens Saturday
• November 14, 2019

The $4-million build-out at the former Morton’s Steakhouse space is ready for its close-up. The fine fabrics are part of the restaurant’s upscale look, which gives off an energetic vibe.