Le Diplomate
Old-fashioned restaurant with outdoor seating, serving familiar French fare, brunch staples, and drinks.
Le Diplomate is rated 4.6 / 5 from 8,144 Google reviews and sits about 2.3 km (29 min walk) from Woodley Park station.
General overview
About Le Diplomate
Le Diplomate is a popular French brasserie in Washington, DC’s Logan Circle/14th Street area, known for classic French dishes, an energetic dining room, sidewalk seating, cocktails, and a lively all-day dining atmosphere. This information is based on general training knowledge and has not been live-verified.
- Classic French brasserie cuisine in a bustling, Paris-inspired setting
- Popular 14th Street location near Logan Circle
- Well-known for steak frites, moules frites, onion soup, roast chicken, seafood, desserts, and cocktails
- Indoor dining plus outdoor sidewalk/patio seating when available
- Suitable for brunch, lunch, dinner, drinks, celebrations, and people-watching
Things to do here
French brasserie dining
Enjoy traditional French and brasserie-style dishes in a lively dining room modeled after classic Parisian restaurants.
Weekend brunch
Le Diplomate is known for a popular weekend brunch service featuring French and American brunch favorites.
Cocktails and aperitifs
The restaurant offers a full bar with French-inspired cocktails, wine, beer, and aperitif-style drinks.
Sidewalk dining
Outdoor seating may be available seasonally or subject to weather and restaurant operations.
Allow extra time for street parking and arrival. The restaurant is in a busy commercial neighborhood with public transportation, rideshare, and nearby paid parking options.
Reserve ahead for dinner, weekend brunch, holidays, special occasions, and groups. Walk-ins may be possible, but waits are common at peak times.
This overview is general knowledge, not confirmed against an official source — verify hours, prices and entry rules before you go.
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How to reach
Le Diplomate is about 2.3 km (~29 min walk) from Woodley Park station on the Washington Metro.
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Good to know
Verify tickets, seasonal hours, entry rules, and special events on the official website before visiting.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Le Diplomate from Woodley Park station?
Le Diplomate is about 2348 m (roughly 29 min walk) from Woodley Park station on the Washington Metro. Use the directions link on this page for turn-by-turn walking directions.
What is Le Diplomate rated?
Le Diplomate has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 8,144 reviews.
What's near Le Diplomate?
Also within a short walk of the same station: Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington D.C., Smithsonian National Zoological Park, Washington Hilton.
Is Le Diplomate wheelchair accessible?
Yes — Google lists the following accessibility features for Le Diplomate: wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible parking, wheelchair-accessible restroom, wheelchair-accessible seating.
Is there parking near Le Diplomate?
Google lists these parking options near Le Diplomate: free street parking, paid street parking, valet parking.
Is Le Diplomate good for children?
Yes — Google lists Le Diplomate as good for children.
Are dogs allowed at Le Diplomate?
Google does not list Le Diplomate as allowing dogs.
Does Le Diplomate have outdoor seating?
Yes — Google lists Le Diplomate as having outdoor seating.
Does Le Diplomate require a ticket?
No. It is a restaurant, so there is no admission ticket. You pay for food, beverages, tax, and any applicable service charges or gratuity.
Should I make a reservation?
Yes, reservations are advisable, especially for dinner, weekend brunch, holidays, celebrations, and larger groups. Walk-in seating may be available when the restaurant is less busy.
What type of food does Le Diplomate serve?
The menu is centered on French brasserie cooking, including dishes such as steak frites, mussels, French onion soup, roast chicken, seafood, salads, pastries, and classic desserts. Menus can change.
Is Le Diplomate good for brunch?
It is widely known as a popular brunch destination, particularly on weekends. Expect a busy atmosphere and consider reserving in advance.
Is outdoor seating available?
Outdoor sidewalk or patio seating may be offered depending on season, weather, and current operations. It is best to request or confirm it when reserving.
Is the restaurant family-friendly?
Children are generally welcome, although the atmosphere can be busy and energetic. Ask ahead about high chairs, booster seats, stroller space, and family accommodations.
What is the dress code?
The atmosphere is polished but generally approachable; smart casual clothing is typically appropriate. Requirements may vary for special events.
How long should I plan for a visit?
Plan about one to two hours for a normal meal, with additional time during busy brunches, large-party meals, or leisurely dinners.
Can I walk in without a reservation?
Possibly, particularly at off-peak times, but waits can be substantial during popular meal periods.
Are prices and hours current?
No. All details in this response are based on training knowledge and have not been live-verified. Confirm the current menu, prices, hours, reservation rules, and policies on the official website before relying on them.
Data and photos from Google Places, generated August 23, 2026. Ratings, hours and prices can change — confirm anything time-sensitive before you go.