Matisse

4.8

1752 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary French

4934 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20016

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2 people

Apr 29, 2025

April 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

To our dear friends and loyal customers,

During this time Matisse will continue to offer our pickup and delivery options. Starting March 30th, our restaurant will operate 6 days a week, Tuesday through Sunday.

To ensure availability please make your reservations now.

To continue to safely serve you, and hopefully provide some comfort and deliciousness to your home. Matisse will continue offer curbside pickup from the hours of 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday; from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM Friday and Saturday.

Orders can be placed over the phone by reaching us at (202) 244-5222 or ubereats and doordash for delivery.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French, Mediterranean, Seafood
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 244-5222
Website
http://www.matisserestaurantdc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Fritz Siegfried
Catering
Matisse Restaurant offers full catering services. Please inquire further by contacting Fritz Siegfried or Deanna Siegfried at 202 244 5222. .
Private party facilities
175 seated, 2 floors; 200 cocktail style

Location
4934 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20016
Neighborhood
Tenleytown
Cross street
Fessenden
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Friendship Heights Metro (Red Line), as well as Tenley AU Metro. Matisse is located in between these two stops. We are located 3 1/2 blocks south of Mazza Gallery.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Organic Lacinato Kale $18.00
French feta, pomegranate seeds, roasted garlic crisps, balsamic reduction
Grilled Spanish Octopus $23.00
Julienne mixed vegetables, roasted chipotle aioli
Organic Heirloom Golden & Red Beets $19.00
Pipe dreams farms goat cheese, chopped pistachios
Cape Cod Mussels $20.00
Saffron, chili, white wine, garlic, herb broth
Cornmeal Crusted Calamari & Roasted Red Pepper aioli $17.00
Hawaiian Ahi Tuna Tartar $22.00
Black & white sesame, shoyu, champagne mango, avocado
Matisse Caesar $17.00
Romaine, parmesan shavings, rustic croutons, white anchovies
Classic Salad $16.00
Tuscarora organic greens, cherry tomato, shaved fennel, radish, lemon vinaigrette

Entrées

Grilled Mediterranean Branzino Filet $34.00
Fingerling potatoes, french beans, lemon caper butter
Grilled Mediterranean Jumbo Shrimp Salad $28.00
Organic greens, feta cheese, tomatoes, cucumber, artichokes
Black Pearl Salmon $33.00
Ratatouille, spinach pesto
Giannone Farms Organic Chicken Roast au Jus $31.00
Pommes fries, french green beans
Jumbo Shrimp Puttanesca $33.00
House-made pasta, artichokes, green olives, capers, tomatoes
House-made Fettuccine with Wild Mushrooms $34.00
Porcini crema, wild mushrooms, shaved black truffle
Beef Tenderloin Medallions $40.00
Roasted baby carrots, pommes frites, cafe de Paris
Seafood Risotto $39.00
Scallops, calamari, shrimp, lobster broth

Please notify us of any food sensitivities or allergies prior to ordering.

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions

What 1,752 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Matisse is a cherished neighborhood gem renowned for its "exquisite food" and "exceptional service." The restaurant offers a sophisticated ambiance with elegant design by Anthony Beverly. Diners appreciate the "charming atmosphere," consistently "delicious and interesting" dishes, and attentive staff that enhance any occasion, from casual dinners to special celebrations.

1,752 Reviews

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Sally VIP
Washington DC24 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a lovely small restaurant that we haven’t dined at in years. Service was excellent, ambiance pretty and relaxing. Food: We ordered a Caesar salad to share— it had barely any dressing on it, one tiny little anchovy lying at the edge of the lettuce, and the romaine even had some wilted pieces in it. Not good. Main courses: seafood risotto was delicious- rice was perfectly cooked with generous portions of seafood and a wonderful lobster stock. Branzino- a nice fresh piece of fishbut very bland. No sauce or noticeable seasoning. Small potatoes and green beans that came with it were okay but nothing special. Wine was reasonably priced - very limited beer selection. Bread was delicious - we skipped dessert.
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Kenneth VIP
Washington DC13 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great meal and service, which is customary. However, I would suggest changing the menu to add more variety.
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Joe VIP
Washington DC315 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Superb Easter Brunch, fixed price and several selections from appetizers to dessert to satisfy any palate. Great bloody Mary to compliment the meal. Amuse Bouche, beignets were to die for .
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Catherine VIP
Washington DC118 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is a neighborhood treasure! Have always been delighted with the food the service, the wine list and the ambiance. Will return again and again.
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Betsy VIP
Washington DC77 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
perfection! soft shell crab’s exquisite, exceptional service.
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Wendy VIP
Washington DC89 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Matisse is such a lovely place. Food is always good. Service is great. Quiet, elegant environment designed by well-known designer Anthony Beverly with wrought iron details. We are lucky to have this neighborhood jewel.
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StevenL VIP
Washington DC24 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent. An adult restaurant. You can talk and hear. Simply the Best
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garland VIP
Washington DC30 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server Frank was perfect in every way. Great food too.
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Linda
Washington DC72 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Matisse. It’s both a week night dining pleasure and a special occasion place. We were three celebrating a birthday, and the management was very accommodating in seating us in the area I requested. For appetizers, we had the special duck confit spring rolls and grilled octopus - both delicious. One of us had the duck breast special; another, the soft shell crab special. Both rave reviews. One had the tenderloin medallions - couldn’t be more perfect. Matisse is a high end restaurant with a neighborhood vibe. Love it. Great service and impeccable management.
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Stephanie VIP
Washington DC19 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We met out of town friends at the restaurant. Service was very good, well pased and attentive without hovering. Very convenient to our house. Will definitely come back.
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FAQs

Matisse does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Matisse also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 244-5222.

Matisse is rated 4.8 stars by 1752 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Booked 11 times today

4934 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20016

Additional information

Cross street
Fessenden
Neighborhood
Tenleytown
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French, Mediterranean, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Friendship Heights Metro (Red Line), as well as Tenley AU Metro. Matisse is located in between these two stops. We are located 3 1/2 blocks south of Mazza Gallery.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Fritz Siegfried
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.matisserestaurantdc.com/
Phone number
(202) 244-5222
Catering
Matisse Restaurant offers full catering services. Please inquire further by contacting Fritz Siegfried or Deanna Siegfried at 202 244 5222. .
Private party facilities
175 seated, 2 floors; 200 cocktail style

Matisse

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Menu

Appetizers

Organic Lacinato Kale $18.00

Grilled Spanish Octopus $23.00

Organic Heirloom Golden & Red Beets $19.00

Cape Cod Mussels $20.00

Cornmeal Crusted Calamari & Roasted Red Pepper aioli $17.00

Hawaiian Ahi Tuna Tartar $22.00

Matisse Caesar $17.00

Classic Salad $16.00

Entrées

Grilled Mediterranean Branzino Filet $34.00

Grilled Mediterranean Jumbo Shrimp Salad $28.00

Black Pearl Salmon $33.00

Giannone Farms Organic Chicken Roast au Jus $31.00

Jumbo Shrimp Puttanesca $33.00

House-made Fettuccine with Wild Mushrooms $34.00

Beef Tenderloin Medallions $40.00

Seafood Risotto $39.00

Please notify us of any food sensitivities or allergies prior to ordering.

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions

What 1,752 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Matisse offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Matisse restaurant rated?

Is Matisse currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information

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