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Matisse, Washington, DC

Matisse

4.8
4.8
1703 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary French

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions

To our dear friends and loyal customers,

During this time Matisse will continue to offer our pickup and delivery options. Starting March 30th, our restaurant will operate 6 days a week, Tuesday through Sunday.

To ensure availability please make your reservations now.

To continue to safely serve you, and hopefully provide some comfort and deliciousness to your home. Matisse will continue offer curbside pickup from the hours of 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday; from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM Friday and Saturday.

Orders can be placed over the phone by reaching us at (202) 244-5222 or ubereats and doordash for delivery.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 244-5222
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Fritz Siegfried
  • Catering
    Matisse Restaurant offers full catering services. Please inquire further by contacting Fritz Siegfried or Deanna Siegfried at 202 244 5222. .
  • Private party facilities
    175 seated, 2 floors; 200 cocktail style
  • Neighbourhood
    Tenleytown
  • Cross Street
    Fessenden
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Friendship Heights Metro (Red Line), as well as Tenley AU Metro. Matisse is located in between these two stops. We are located 3 1/2 blocks south of Mazza Gallery.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,703 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Matisse delights with its "consistently delicious" cuisine and impeccable service. Guests rave about the expertly prepared dishes like Branzino and soft shell crab, and the "outstanding" wine list. The ambiance is perfect for both romantic dinners and family gatherings. Despite occasional noise, Matisse remains a "neighborhood gem."

1,703 Reviews
  1. Roy

    Washington DC

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were excellent. The Squash soup and the chocolate mousse dessert were excellent .

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  2. SR

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    I have always enjoyed the food at Matisse but lately I’ve been really disappointed by the noise level in both the front and back rooms and even at the bar in the middle. The noise is so loud it disrupts the enjoyment of the experience. It also seems that they have added tables in the front which requires the waiters to constantly move around the tables in a way that is distracting and uncomfortable. The food remains delicious although the bread only comes toasted and is so dry/stale that one risks cutting gums by biting into it. I am reluctant to return.

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  3. French

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my secret favorites which is also open on Sunday evenings. Last night the menu and food were excellent and our waiter superb! Kristian was attentive and very polite. I have been going there off and on for many years, but last night was exceptional in every way! Hats off to the chef, too❣️👍👏👏

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  4. Linda

    Washington DC

    70 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service at Matisse is superior to so many upscale restaurants in DC. Everyone on the staff is welcoming and well-informed. Their list of daily specials, including wine specials, are exceptional values and always delicious. If you see the duck confit spring rolls as an appetizer special, don’t miss it! We also ate delicious rockfish and steak frites. Always reliable and lovely evening.

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  5. Brian

    Washington DC

    52 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our regular restaurants in-rotation. We have been dining here for 7-8 years, two or three times a year. It is always a charming experience. The staff is warm and engaging. The baguettes are always hot and crispy. The food at Matisse is always very good. On this visit, the standout course was my wife’s mushroom fettuccine. No cream sauce, instead the sauce was a rich and tasty ragout/reduction of mushrooms, with truffle oil to finish. This was the winner!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Elegant but neighborhood-y feel, excellent experience. Food was great, very comfortable setting, great service. Very nice date night or family celebration or special occasion place. Loved it, highly recommend

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  7. Tracy

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A Washington, DC treasure that offers consistently delicious food, great service in an inviting space. A winner every time!

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  8. Deany

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Matisse is very consistent with its food, service and overall experience. That’s why we go back!

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  9. Jamie

    St. Louis

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There is a reason Matisse has been around for a while. It is a lovely ambiance, good food, and warm service. Dinner was a pleasure.

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  10. philip

    Washington DC

    87 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    87 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined at Matisse for over 20 years and have never been disappointed. The staff are always efficient, polite and very helpful.

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FAQs

Matisse does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Matisse also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 244-5222.

Matisse is rated 4.8 stars by 1703 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Matisse

4934 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20016

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Fessenden
  • Neighbourhood
    Tenleytown
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Friendship Heights Metro (Red Line), as well as Tenley AU Metro. Matisse is located in between these two stops. We are located 3 1/2 blocks south of Mazza Gallery.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Fritz Siegfried
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 244-5222
  • Catering
    Matisse Restaurant offers full catering services. Please inquire further by contacting Fritz Siegfried or Deanna Siegfried at 202 244 5222. .
  • Private party facilities
    175 seated, 2 floors; 200 cocktail style
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