Food

Petite Cerise

Washingtonian 100 Very Best Restaurants 2024

Photograph by Scott Suchman .
Shaw
French
In a city awash in French-inspired bistros, Petite Cerise hits a high note. On a chilly night, we endorse the onion soup that teeters right on the (welcome) edge of “too much cheese,” as well as the roast chicken with brown-butter jus. For a more casual meal, stop into the bright and airy Shaw space for a lunchtime sandwich made with loaves from of-the-moment bakery Manifest Bread. Salads are great, too—we’re particularly charmed by the mix of silky pear and crunchy celery.
Price
Moderate
Cuisine
French
Address
1027 7th St NW Washington, DC 20001