Brasserie Liberté

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

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   Tess VIP

   Washington DC1 review

   1.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   YOUR 20% DOES NOT GO TO THE SERVER! There is a 20% service fee that seems like it goes to the server but it does not at all. The 20% goes only to the restaurants operating costs - NOT the server. The server gets only 2% of the bill and any ‘additional tip’ on the bill. On the menu, it says the 20% is not for the server. However, on the bill it says ‘additional tip’ which makes you think that 20% goes to your server. It doesn’t at all. It feels criminal to expect 40% on top of already outrageous prices. The food and service was fine, but the whole discussion at the end ruined everything. I won’t be coming back and I don’t recommend this place at all. Our bill for three people was $191 just for the food and drinks (one each). The bill after the 20% service charge, tax, and an actual tip for our waiter was $293. It was an additional 40% for literally nothing. You can’t blame Prop 82 for scamming people and slapping 20% onto everything and not explaining where it goes or what it does. Don’t recommend.
   

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   Sheff VIP

   Washington DC45 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   Why play music loudly when restaurant was noisy to begin with. Waitress had to be reminded of things she should be doing. Overall a disappointment.
   

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   Aparna VIP

   Washington DC14 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Not an experience I was expecting esp. from the hospitality industry..was appalled to be served Cappuccinos in chipped drinkware! Sure, I let the server know, he acted like he didn’t understand what I was saying, feigned absolute ignorance! I then let the manager know and the drinkware was promptly replaced with the coffees taken care of off the bill. I was made ‘aware’ that the Cappauccinos were ‘on the house’ like I needed to be elated by the gesture! It was just so cringeworthy! It’s not about the money but the ‘experience’ that matters! I am coming out of my home hoping to have a good time. But when there is a lack of respect to your customers..it tells a lot about the establishment! Post Covid everyone is adding the customary 20% to the tab irrespective of the group size. So why can’t there be a little more sincerity from the restaurants?! Is ‘expecting’ clean silverware and plates, glasses a “Luxury” ?!!!
   

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   Joe VIP

   Fort Lauderdale123 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   My steak frites was overcooked. Be warned that the restaurant add a “20% service charge to cover increasing operating costs” which they disclose on the menu. I think this is not a consumer-friendly practice. It creates the perception that prices are lower. Why not just update the menu item prices to reflect their true price?
   

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   Jeffrey VIP

   Puerto Vallarta15 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   We had lunch there. Saw some reviews comparing it to food in France. There is not really a great comparison from my experiences in France. The food wasn’t bad but it certainly wasn’t extraordinary. I thought the staff was very friendly and moderately attentive. There is a 20% surcharge but I knew that from other reviews. If you want to add tip on top of that you can. I think Georgetown offers a lot of good eating choices and it was ok.
   

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   Stephanie

   Washington DC43 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The staff is professional, pleasant, and attentive.
   

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   Guillermo VIP

   New York City5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food, wines and service were excellent. Many thanks.
   

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   David VIP

   Los Angeles2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I would come back here again and again !!!! From the outside
   

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   William VIP

   New York City92 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Appetizers only. Well prepared and very French. Server was most courteous and professional.
   

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    OpenTable Diner VIP

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Really enjoyed my meal! The menu has all the French classics and more. The fries were soo good. My steak frites (medium rare) was a touch tough, will try the fish next time. Service was excellent. 20% service fee that is not a tip makes it a bit pricey - why not increase the menu price?! Overall, very nice place, a bit pricey, but will definitely return!
    

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