La Cote D'Or

We had a great time at this French bistro. Their homemade pate was really good. And the coq au vin was solid. Among the delicious desserts I particularly enjoyed the bread pudding. Bonne mange!

Great food. The lamb chops are so good and delicious, make you think that you are eating butter. The fries and mushrooms with garlic so yummy. The apple pie is probably the best in nova. The people that work there are so nice and friendly. The place needs some renovation specially the chairs are not comfortable at all.

Amazing french food. The waiter was so courteous. It is not expensive at all. About 25 for a three course meal. They have a coconut mimosa that's just excellent. Cant believe I've lived in Arlington for 29 years and this is my first time going.

A cozy place to have a romantic French meal! The food was delicious the service was good. We waited forever for our starter, but once we let the waiter know he quickly had it on our table. We did th3 course valentines day weekend meal. The lamb was delicious but I think the Brie stater was my favorite. Will definitely come back again.

We love the annual Peach Dinner! And we love this restaurant. Chef Jacques has phenomenal inspirational gems on the menu daily, if you haven't been here I highly recommend it. Glad to see this yearly event happening again, and it lived up to the usual high standards, we were wowed by this year's culinary delicacies.

By far the best French restaurant in the DC/No.VA area. Every menu item I've tried has been wonderful. Staff is attentive without being obtrusive. The atmosphere is pleasant. Parking can be difficult at peak times, but that's the ONLY drawback to this excellent and charming eatery.

One of our favorite hidden gems!! We’ve been dining at La Côte D'Or for over 10 years, and it continues to be just one of our very favorite places. The cozy atmosphere and incredibly attentive staff make every visit feel warm and welcoming. The pâté is consistently exceptional and they have a wide selection of French wines that round out the whole experience. After a decade of visits, the food, service, and charm remain unmatched.

Came to La Côte D'Or Café for brunch on Valentines day and had a lovely time! We experienced elevated service from the moment we stepped into the door and it remained constant throughout the entirety of our time there. The food was delectable! We did the 3 course valentines day menu and everything we selected was delicious. Can't wait to come back for dinner soon!

Classic, Satisfying, and Thoughtfully Served We came for dinner and La Côte Café chose excellence. We started strong with mussels, French onion soup, and deviled eggs—because restraint is overrated. The mussels were fresh and swimming in a broth that deserved bread and respect. The French onion soup was rich, cheesy, and deeply comforting (the kind that makes you pause mid-conversation). The deviled eggs? Creamy, polished, and quietly flexing. For mains, we ordered the steak with frites and pasta with Parmesan. The steak was tender, flavorful, and paired with fries that clearly understood the assignment. The pasta was simple, indulgent, and unapologetically comforting—Parmesan doing the heavy lifting in the best way. We went for the three-course menu, and yes—the desserts were decadent. The “just one bite” lie did not survive. The wine was very good, the kind that makes dinner feel longer in the best way. And for anyone pretending they have a “small appetite,” there’s an à la carte option—no judgment, no pressure. Bonus points for service that was absolutely on point—attentive, polished, and never hovering like an anxious first date. La Côte Café is doing quiet French confidence right: elegant, unhurried, and effortlessly satisfying. Falls Church, consider this your reminder to dress nice, order dessert, and stay awhile. 🍷✨

Arrive between 5 and 6:15pm to have the $35 fixed price, 3 course, option. My husband and I had soup of the day, tasty vegetable soup, creatively different from most. Butternut squash, red peppers, maybe carrots and onions with a thyme flavor. We also each had a good lamb stew with a variety of vegetables and potatoes. I enjoyed dessert of bread pudding with bits of peach, walnuts and cinnamon. Last taste of summer, starting into autumn.