The Lafayette
$$$$ • New American, American, Juice Bars & Smoothies Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout The Lafayette
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Black Truffle Potato Gnocchi
The Lafayette Eggs Royale
Continental Breakfast
Brioche French Toast
Pan Seared Scallops
Chocolate Cake
Seared Octopus
Soufflé
Steak
The Lafayette Reviews
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Service is amazing. Friendly and efficient staff. Hotel is charming .
We had to check out super early after staying 5 nights to catch an early flight to NC. So didn’t manage to say goodbye to all the lovely wait staff at The Lafayette! We shall miss the delicious breakfast and World Cup chats with the multi-National servers Morrocan, Spanish, African, etc. we shall miss our cosy room with a powerful view, we shall miss Off-the-Record where we celebrated Argentina’s semi-final win with some lovely folks from the Africa Leaders Summit!! We will...read full review
Great hotel, a stones throw to the White House. Fantastic bar! Luxurious rooms and extremely comfortable beds. Enjoyed everything about it.
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 - 11AM 11:30AM - 2PM 5:30 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30 - 11AM 11:30AM - 2PM 5:30 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 - 9PM 11:30AM - 2PM 6:30 - 11AM |
| Thursday | 6:30 - 11AM 11:30AM - 2PM 5:30 - 9PM |
| Friday | 6:30 - 11AM 11:30AM - 2PM 5:30 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 11:30AM - 2PM 7 - 11AM 5:30 - 9PM |
| Sunday | 11:30AM - 2PM 7 - 11AM |
The Lafayette offers an excellent dining experience with delicious food, wonderful service, and a pleasant atmosphere. Located on 16th Street directly in front of the White House, it is a great spot for breakfast, dinner, or special occasions. The restaurant features a beautiful traditional ambiance with white tablecloths, soft piano music, and lovely lobby seating while waiting for a party. The staff is attentive and kind, ensuring a 10/10 experience for diners. The care taken by the chef, along with the attentive servers, makes every visit memorable.
Guests enjoy a clean, opulent dining room and tasty options like health smoothies, omelettes with grilled avocado, and excellent root vegetables. Special dishes such as rockfish and scallops are also popular. Desserts, including the unique fleur citrus meringue, leave a lasting impression. The Lafayette’s team, led by Chef José and Efrain, is dedicated to providing a wonderful setting for any meal. Whether celebrating a birthday or just enjoying a nice brunch, visitors often appreciate the impeccable service and attention to detail that make this restaurant a top choice in DC.