Le DeSales

4.6

894 Reviews

$31 to $50

French / Japanese

1725 Desales St NW, Washington, DC 20036

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2 people

May 8, 2025

May 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Great for happy hour
Neighborhood gem

Le DeSales, a restaurant located in South Dupont, across the street from the historic Mayflower Hotel. Upon reopening in December, Michelin-starred Chef Raphael François has brought back his most popular dishes while teaming with award winning Sushi Master Noriaki Yasutake (formally SEI Restaurant) presenting French/Asian cuisine, including a full sushi menu (signature Fish and Chips Roll) in an informal, cozy, and romantic setting. The specialized wine list includes diversified appellations encompassing regions as unexpected as Macedonia and Portugal, with a concise focus on France, Italy, and California. Also offering a sake menu and selections of Japanese Whiskeys. Le DeSales is available for large parties, semi-private events, and buyouts. Outdoor seating is available, weather permitting.
No reservation is needed for Happy Hour. Please walk in and one of our friendly staff will find you a spot.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French / Japanese, Sushi, Contemporary French / American
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:30 pm Brunch Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 450-3998
Website
http://www.ledesales.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Raphael Francois & Noriaki Yasutake
Catering
Please call us directly at 202-450-3998 or Text AVVII at 202-318-4066
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Le DeSales can accommodate all of your special event needs. Please email your inquiries to billy@ledesales.com
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1725 Desales St NW, Washington, DC 20036
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Conneticut Ave
Parking details
Parking: Le DeSales is located between 2 parking garages with easy access to Le DeSales. Street parking is also an option.
Public transit
Le DeSales is located by the historic Mayflower hotel at 1725 DeSales Street, NW. We're two blocks from Farragut North Metro accessible on the red line and four blocks from the Farragut West Metro accessible on the orange, blue and silver lines. If you are coming for Happy hour, no need to make reservation. The Bar area operates on first come first serve basis and our staff will do our best to find you a seat.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

French Onion Soup$10.00
chicken stock, caramelized onions , gruyere toast
Little Gem Salad$13.00
poppy seed, red onion, pomegranate, french radish, champagne ranch
Garden Salad$15.00
avocado, green dressing, pinenuts, radish, raddichio & kale, crispy quinoa, dill
Beef Tartare$17.00
aioli, capers, chips
Squash Blossom Tempura$13.00
whipped ricotta, lemon, chili
Kale Pistachio Salad$13.00
pomegranate, red onion, carrot, radish, sesame dressing
Shishito Peppers$8.00
Buratta$16.00
heirloom tomato, basil, aged balsamic, olive oil
Deviled Eggs$15.00
caviar, watercress, mayonnaise
Hamachi Crudo$18.00
red onion, soy vinaigrette, olive oil, orange
Salmon Tartare$16.00
cucumber, watermelon, pine nuts, cilantro
Shrimp Cocktail$17.00
6 pieces on ice, lemon, cocktail sauce, Armagnac
Duck Pate$16.00
smoked bourbon, walnuts

Sea & Land

Roasted Salmon 7oz$16.00
lemon, watercress
Whole Branzino$34.00
persillade, baby tomatoes
Fish and Frites$26.00
tartare sauce, panko crusted beer batter, french fries
Pasture Raised Chicken$18.00
roasted breast, tarragon, mushroom, poulette sauce
Rabbit Parpardelle$28.00
rabbit hind leg, chicken jus, dried currant, fresh pasta
Bavette Steak 7oz$24.00
watercress, jus, fresh thyme
Ledesales Cheeseburger$16.00
cabot clothbound cheddar, prosciutto
New York Strip 14oz, Dry Aged$48.00
pistou, arugula, parmesan
T-Bone 32oz, Dry Aged$115.00
peppercorn sauce

Specialty Nigiri

Hamachi Teriyaki
fried ginger
- 2 Pieces$12.00
Scallop Aburi
uni butter, nikiri
- 2 Pieces$13.00
Miso Camembert
- 2 Pieces$12.00
Beef Tartare Nigiri
truffle aioli, nori paste
- 2 Pieces$13.00
Salmon Aburi
miso paste
- 2 Pieces$12.00
Choco Unagi
sansho, chocolate unagi sauce
- 2 Pieces$12.00

Specialty Sushi Roll

Salmon Cilantro
cilantro, spicy miso, baguette crisps
- 6 Pieces$14.00
Hamachi Serrano
chive, jalapeno aioli
- 6 Pieces$14.00
Fish & Chips Roll
red onion, white fish, olive oil, malt vinegar wasabi tartare, potato crisps
- 6 Pieces$15.00
Sos
salmon, strawberry, cucumber, avocado, orange miso
- 6 Pieces$15.00
Spicy Tuna
spicy miso, chive caper
- 6 Pieces$11.00
Salmon Ceviche
corn, cucumber, cilantro, onion, lemon
- 6 Pieces$15.00
Shrimp Beignet
orange curry tartar, asparagus, soy sheet
- 6 Pieces$14.00
Beets Tartare
miso, orange, ginger, garlic
- 6 Pieces$14.00
Smoked Salmon
avocado, arugula, yuzu hollandaise
- 6 Pieces$13.00

Sides

Onion Frites$9.00
beer batter, tartare sauce, parmesan
Green Salad$8.00
Xeres vinegar, shallots
Charred Broccolini$10.00
pinenut, ricotta
French Fries$8.00
grated old parmesan
Wild Rice$8.00
garlic, parsley, chili
Roasted Cauliflower$9.00
green goddes, za'atar
Edamame$7.00
sea salt
Roasted Medley Potatoes$9.00
shiitake mushroom
Roasted Corn$9.00
coconut cream, wild rice, lemongrass

What 894 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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Le DeSales offers a delightful fusion of French and Japanese cuisines, creating a "Paris-meets-Mid-Atlantic vibe." Guests rave about the "pristine seafood" and "confident seasoning." The atmosphere is lively yet polished, with "great service." Standout menu items include the "branzino," "frog legs," and "yuzu raspberry" cocktails.

894 Reviews

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Lori VIP
Greater Boston35 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was smacking. Spicy tuna, chicken and mushrooms, and crème brûlée were the best I’ve ever had. Great prices and service too.
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Trey
New Orleans2 reviews
1.0
Dined on April 29, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Waited a very long time at table. Never got entree and service was not adequate.
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Susan
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a lovely time celebrating my 79-yr-old friend's birthday. The food was great, the ambiance was fun, the staff was attentive and cheerful, and they brought her a comped dessert at the end. I'll definitely be back.
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Rachel
Washington DC20 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Le Desales is a cool, laid-back spot with awesome food and good vibes. The fish &chips roll is crispy and fun, the French onion soup hits all the cozy notes, and the branzino is super fresh and flavorful. Great place to chill and eat something a little different
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Ross
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on April 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Paris‑meets‑Mid‑Atlantic vibe: polished but not fussy, bistro classics and playful sushi rolls. Service is attentive. European way—plates arrive when they’re ready, not on a stopwatch—so settle in and let the evening unfold. Food is where Le DeSales really flexes: pristine seafood, confident seasoning, and the occasional wink (hello, Kobe beef roll ). Bottom Line If you’re craving a dinner that feels special without tipping into white‑tablecloth formality, Le DeSales delivers—from inventive sushi rolls to spot‑on bistro plates. Book a table at golden hour, start with bubbles, and let the kitchen steer the rest of your night.
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Brian VIP
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My client and colleague lunches here are reliably good.
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Michelle
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service. Gris was very attentive and welcoming! Le Desales has become one of favorite spots. Thanks gris!!
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Aldo
Sacramento3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Waitress was great. I was there for my birthday, and it felt special. She catered to my date and made it a worthwhile, genuine experience. She made great food recommendations.
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Toshiyuki
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A really nice place to enjoy good food and drinks, service was really good starting from Gris the manager who welcomes you and treats you very good. I would definitely recommend this place if you'd like to have a good time.
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Jack VIP
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a delicious lunch at Le DeSales. I recommend both the onion soup and the salmon ~ They were both absolutely spectacular. The drinks are delicious, and our waitress was attentive and friendly. The vibe of the restaurant is energetic and the decor is beautiful, making for a wonderful vibe and a positive dining experience. I will be back to try the dinner menu.
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Booked 17 times today

1725 Desales St NW, Washington, DC 20036

Additional information

Cross street
Conneticut Ave
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:30 pm Brunch Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French / Japanese, Sushi, Contemporary French / American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking: Le DeSales is located between 2 parking garages with easy access to Le DeSales. Street parking is also an option.
Public transit
Le DeSales is located by the historic Mayflower hotel at 1725 DeSales Street, NW. We're two blocks from Farragut North Metro accessible on the red line and four blocks from the Farragut West Metro accessible on the orange, blue and silver lines. If you are coming for Happy hour, no need to make reservation. The Bar area operates on first come first serve basis and our staff will do our best to find you a seat.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Raphael Francois & Noriaki Yasutake
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.ledesales.com/
Phone number
(202) 450-3998
Catering
Please call us directly at 202-450-3998 or Text AVVII at 202-318-4066
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Le DeSales can accommodate all of your special event needs. Please email your inquiries to billy@ledesales.com

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About this restaurant

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Whole Branzino

New York Strip 14oz Dry Aged

Hamachi Crudo

Charcuterie

Board of (3)$23.00

Board of (5)$32.00

Starters

French Onion Soup$10.00

Little Gem Salad$13.00

Garden Salad$15.00

Beef Tartare$17.00

Squash Blossom Tempura$13.00

Kale Pistachio Salad$13.00

Shishito Peppers$8.00

Buratta$16.00

Deviled Eggs$15.00

Hamachi Crudo$18.00

Salmon Tartare$16.00

Shrimp Cocktail$17.00

Duck Pate$16.00

Sea & Land

Roasted Salmon 7oz$16.00

Whole Branzino$34.00

Fish and Frites$26.00

Pasture Raised Chicken$18.00

Rabbit Parpardelle$28.00

Bavette Steak 7oz$24.00

Ledesales Cheeseburger$16.00

New York Strip 14oz, Dry Aged$48.00

T-Bone 32oz, Dry Aged$115.00

Specialty Nigiri

Hamachi Teriyaki

Scallop Aburi

Miso Camembert

Beef Tartare Nigiri

Salmon Aburi

Choco Unagi

Specialty Sushi Roll

Salmon Cilantro

Hamachi Serrano

Fish & Chips Roll

Sos

Spicy Tuna

Salmon Ceviche

Shrimp Beignet

Beets Tartare

Smoked Salmon

Sides

Onion Frites$9.00

Green Salad$8.00

Charred Broccolini$10.00

French Fries$8.00

Wild Rice$8.00

Roasted Cauliflower$9.00

Edamame$7.00

Roasted Medley Potatoes$9.00

Roasted Corn$9.00

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