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Bistro Cacao

Item: Bistro Cacao
Author: Gina Gallucci White

Cuisine: European, French

Price Range: $$$

10Best Says

Cacao in French translates to cocoa in English and there is plenty of chocolate on the dessert menu to make you happy. Flourless warm chocolate fondant anyone? Before we skip ahead, stop and savor the selections on their lunch, dinner and brunch menus. Offering French indulgence with contemporary flair, you are sure to find a dish that will make you want to come back for another visit. The dress code is casual business attire and reservations are accepted. If you like some of the antiques on display in the restaurant you may be able to buy them. Ask your server!METRO: Union Station

Address:

320 Massachusetts Avenue, NE
Washington, DC 20002
202-546-4737

Hours:

Brunch:: Saturday; &
Sunday:: 10:00am; -; 3:00pm; Lunch:; Monday; -; Friday:; 11:30am; -; 3:00pm; Dinner:; Monday; -; Thursday:; 5:00pm; -; 10:00pm,; Friday; &
Saturday:: 4:00pm; -; 11:00pm,; Sunday:; 4:00pm; -; 9:00pm

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EXPERT TIPS BY: Gina Gallucci White
Washington Local Expert

French: "If there is a spot open, grab a seat on their outdoor patio during summer months."

Best for French Because: Whether it's a romantic dinner or a fun night out, this venue has a fun French dishes to chose from during your visit.

Lunch
- Soups
  
  Soupe du Jour
  
  ($10.00)
  
  Soupe à l'Oignon
  
  French Onion Soup with Gruyere Cheese ($11.00)
  
  Gazpacho
  
  Tomatoes, Cucumber, Green Pepper, Cilantro and Watermelon ($10.00)
- Appetizers
  
  Escargots au Beurre d'Ail
  
  Sautéed Snails with Garlic and Parsley Butter ($11.00)
  
  Pâté de Faisan
  
  Pheasant Pâté with French Cornichons and Mixed Greens ($11.00)
  
  Saumon Fumée
  
  Smoked Salmon with Roasted Bell Peppers, Pistachios, Shaved Parmesan, Lemon Herb Dressing ($13.00)
  
  Coquilles St Jacques
  
  Grilled Scallops with Avocado, Roasted Walnuts, Lemon Herb Dressing ($15.00)
- Salads
  
  Salade de Betteraves et Mozzarella
  
  Roasted Beets with Fresh Mozzarella, Golden Raisins, Heirloom Tomatoes, Olive Oil ($12.00)
  
  Salade de Roquette
  
  Arugula Salad with Tomatillos, Granny Smith Apples, Fresh Raspberries, Roasted Almond, Limoncello Dressing ($12.00)
  
  Salade "Cacao"
  
  Field Greens, Tomatoes, Hearts of Palm, Walnuts, Golden Raisins, Fresh Goat Cheese, Balsamic Dressing ($9.00)
- Main-Entree Salads
  Salade "Cacao" Grilled Salmon or Wild Shrimp
  Field Greens, Tomatoes, Hearts of Palm, Fresh Goat Cheese, Golden Raisins, and Walnuts, Herb Mustard Dressing
  
  $16.00
  
  $17.00
  Chicken Caesar Salad
  
  Romaine Salad with Caesar Dressing and Grilled Chicken ($13.00)
  
  Niçoise Salade
  
  Grilled Tuna with Tomatoes, Green Beans, Cucumber, Olives, Boiled Eggs and Mixed Green ($18.00)
  
  Grilled Steak Salad
  
  Mixed Greens, Walnuts and Blue Cheese, Thyme Mustard Dressing ($15.00)
- Sandwiches
  
  Chicken Sandwich
  
  Grilled Chicken, Havarti Cheese, Herb Aioli, Avocado, Lettuce and Tomato ($10.95)
  
  Burger
  
  Beef Burger, Gruyère Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato and Roasted Shallots ($11.95)
  
  Steak Sandwich
  
  Strip Loin, Havarti Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Herb Aioli ($11.95)
  
  "Niçoise" Sandwich
  
  Grilled Tuna, Olives, Lettuce, Tomato, Cucumber, Herb Aioli ($12.95)
  
  Vegetarian Sandwich
  
  Grilled Portobello, Fresh Mozzarella, Roasted Red Pepper, Avocado, Herb Aioli ($10.95)
- Meat
  
  Grilled Hanger Steak
  
  Caramelized Shallots, French Fries, Red Wine Sauce ($21.95)
  
  Grilled Chicken
  
  Roasted Potatoes, Green Beans and Juniper Berry Veloute ($17.95)
  
  Grilled Lamb
  
  French Green Beans, Potato Gratin and Red Wine Sauce ($22.95)
- Sea Food
  
  Grilled Trout
  
  Grilled Romaine Lettuce and Herb Vinaigrette ($18.95)
  
  Grilled Salmon
  
  Asparagus, Potato Gratin and Mustard Cream Sauce ($18.95)
  
  Wild Shrimp Ravioli
  
  Grilled Wild Shrimp on a Bed of Portobello Mushroom Ravioli, Shaved Parmesan, Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce ($22.95)
- Vegetarian
  
  Asparagus Ravioli
  
  Portobello Mushroom Ravioli with Grilled Asparagus, Shaved Parmesan, Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce ($17.95)
Dinner
- Les Potages
  
  Soupe du Jour
  
  ($10.00)
  
  Soupe à l'Oignon
  
  French Onion Soup with Gruyère Cheese ($11.00)
  
  Gazpacho
  
  Tomatoes, Cucumber, Green Pepper, Watermelon, Cilantro ($11.00)
- Les Petites Verdures
  
  Salade "Cacao"
  
  Field Greens, Tomatoes, Hearts of Palm, Walnuts, Golden Raisins, Goat Cheese, Balsamic Dressing ($10.00)
  
  Salade de Betteraves et Mozzarella
  
  Roasted Beets with Fresh Mozzarella, Golden Raisins, Heirloom Tomatoes, Olive Oil ($12.00)
  
  Salade de Roquette
  
  Arugula, Tomatillos, Granny Smith Apples, Fresh Raspberries, Roasted Almond, Limoncello Dressing ($12.00)
- Les Petits Plats
  
  Terrine de Légumes
  
  Vegan Terrine, Warm Brioche, Avocado, Extra Virgin Olive Oil ($11.00)
  
  Pâté de Faisan
  
  Pheasant Pâté, French Cornichons, Mixed Greens ($13.00)
  
  Escargots au Beurre d'Ail
  
  Sautéed Snails with Garlic and Parsley Butter ($13.00)
  
  Grillade de Calamars
  
  Grilled Calamari ,Grilled Pineapple, Crumbled Roquefort, Roasted Pistachios, Golden Raisin, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Reduction ($14.00)
  
  Coquilles St Jacques
  
  Grilled Scallops with Avocado, Roasted Walnuts, Lemon Herb Dressing ($17.00)
  
  Salade de Poulpes
  
  Grilled Baby Octopus with Caramelized Sweet Apples, Mustard Brie Cheese Balsamic Reduction ($14.00)
  
  Saumon Fumée
  
  Smoked Salmon with Roasted Bell Peppers, Pistachios, Shaved Parmesan, Lemon Herb Dressing ($14.00)
  
  Terrine de Foie Gras de Canard et sa Brioche
  
  Duck Foie Gras Terrine with Fig Compote and Warm Brioche ($17.00)
- Les Viandes
  
  Poulet Roti, Sauce aux Morilles
  
  Roasted Airline Chicken Breast, Morel Crème Sauce, Brussel Sprouts Parmesan Flan ($24.00)
  
  Onglet de Boeuf aux Echalottes
  
  Grilled Hanger Steak, Caramelized Shallots, Red Wine Sauce, Served with French Fries ($26.00)
  
  Magret de Canard, Sauce Myrtille
  
  Pan-Seared Duck Breast, Sautéed Wild Mushrooms and Spinach, Foie Gras Mousse, Dry Cherry Ginger Red Wine Sauce ($30.00)
  
  Carré d'Agneau aux Herbes
  
  Herb Mustard and Bread Crusted Rack of Lamb, Herb Potato Cake, Asparagus, Rosemary Jus ($32.00)
  
  Filet Mignon Grillé, Sauce au Poivre
  
  Beef Filet Mignon, Roasted Asparagus, Potato Gratin, Sauce Au Poivre ($32.00)
- Les Poissons
  
  Saumon Grillé
  
  Grilled Salmon Filet, Caramelized Fennel, Asparagus, Parmesan Flan, and Old Fashioned Mustard Cream Sauce ($25.00)
  
  Sebaste Atlantique Grillé
  
  Grilled Rockfish, Ratatouille ($27.00)
  
  Truite Farcie
  
  Rainbow Trout stuffed with Lobster, Goat Cheese, Apricot, Haricot Verts, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Lemon Mustard Beurre Blanc Sauce ($29.00)
  
  Fruits de Mer Grillé
  
  Grilled Salmon, Half Lobster Tail, Scallops, Shrimp, Artichokes, Herbed Potato Cake, Saffron Beurre Blanc ($28.00)
  
  Crevettes et Ravioli aux Champignons
  
  Grilled Wild Brown Shrimp on a Bed of Portobello Mushroom Ravioli, Shaved Parmesan, Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce ($28.00)
- Les Plats Végétarienes
  
  Ratatouille
  
  Green, Red and Yellow Peppers, Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Sweet Onion, Tomatoes ($23.00)
  
  Ravioli aux Champignons
  
  Portobello Mushroom Ravioli with Grilled Asparagus, Shaved Parmesan, Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce ($24.00)
Brunch
- A La Carte Menu
  
  Soupe du Jour
  
  ($10.00)
  
  Soupe à l'Oignon
  
  French Onion Soup with Gruyere Cheese ($10.00)
  
  Gazpacho
  
  Tomatoes, Cucumber, green Pepper, Watermelon, Cilantro ($10.00)
  
  Escargots au Beurre d'Ail
  
  Sautéed Snails with Garlic and Parsley Butter ($12.00)
  
  Pâté de Faisan
  
  Pheasant Pâté with French Cornichons and Mixed Greens ($12.00)
  
  Salad "Cacao"
  
  Field Greens, Tomatoes, Heart of Palm, Walnuts, Golden Raisins, Fresh Goat Cheese, Balsamic Dressing ($10.00)
  
  Salade de Roquette
  
  Arugula, Tomatillos, Granny Smith Apples, Raspberries, Roasted Almond, Limoncello Dressing ($12.00)
  
  Salade de Betteraves et Mozzarella
  
  Red Beets, Fresh Mozzarella, Golden Raisins, Heirloom Tomatoes, Olive Oil ($11.00)
  
  Salad "Cacao" with Grilled Salmon or Shrimp
  
  Field Greens, Tomatoes, Heart of Palm, Fresh Goat Cheese, Golden Raisins, and Walnuts, Herb Mustard Dressing ($17.00)
  
  Chicken Caesar Salad
  
  Romaine Salad, Caesar Dressing with Grilled Chicken ($15.00)
  
  Niçoise Salade
  
  Grilled Tuna with Tomatoes, Green Beans, Cucumber, Olives, Boiled egg and Mixed Green ($19.00)
- Pastry Basket
  
  Pastry Basket to Share
  
  2 Chocolate Croissants, 2 Butter Croissants, Seasonal Bread served with Poppy Seed Butter, Nutella, Jam ($8.95)
- Brunch Specials
  
  Omelette de Homard
  
  Lobster, Goat Cheese, Berries Arugula Salad, Raspberry Dressing ($17.00)
  
  Ham and Cheese Omelet
  
  Gruyere Cheese Ham, Roasted Potatoes ($14.00)
  
  Veggie Omelet
  
  Mozzarella, Spinach, Mushroom, Pecan ($14.00)
  
  Smoked Salmon Omelet
  
  Three Eggs with Brie Cheese, Sliced Smoked Salmon ($16.00)
  
  Eggs Benedict
  
  Canadian Bacon, English Muffin, Hollandaise Sauce ($16.00)
  
  Eggs Norwegian
  
  Smoked Salmon, Tomatoes, Spinach, English Muffin, Hollandaise ($17.00)
  
  Quiche aux Légumes
  
  Spinach, Mushrooms and Goat Cheese Quiche and Mixed Greens ($14.00)
  
  Hanger Steak and Eggs
  
  Hanger Steak, Eggs Sunny Side Up and French Fries ($21.00)
  
  French Toast
  
  Homemade Cinnamon Bread with Powdered Sugar and Mixed Seasonal Fruits ($11.00)
  
  Grilled Salmon
  
  Asparagus, Parmesan Flan, Caramelized Fennel, Old Fashion Mustard Cream Sauce ($19.00)
  
  Chicken Sandwich
  
  Havarti Cheese, Herb Aioli, Avocado, Lettuce and Tomato ($12.00)
  
  Burger
  
  Beef Burger, Gruyère Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato Shallots ($14.00)
  
  Steak Sandwich
  
  Strip Loin, Havarti Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Herb Aioli ($14.00)
  
  Vegetarian Sandwich
  
  Grilled Portobello, Fresh Mozzarella, Roasted Red Pepper, Avocado, Herb Aioli ($12.00)
Dessert Menu
- Espresso Martini
  
  Espresso Martini
  
  Absolut Vanilla, Coffee Liqueur, Godiva, Espresso Shot ($14.00)

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