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Grand Cru Wine Bar & Bistro, Arlington, VA

Grand Cru Wine Bar & Bistro

4.5
4.5
1379 Reviews
$30 and under
French / American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 1 time today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
  • Great for outdoor dining
Grand Cru is a French American Bistro and Wine bar offering fine food in a cozy European style atmosphere. One of the key advantages of Grand Cru is our on site wine store with over 450 premium wines from around the world. Any of these retail priced wines can be enjoyed with your dinner with a modest on premise service fee. Grand Cru also features a selection of over 50 domestic and hard to get imported beers. Grand Cru also has a full bar with several signature cocktails and on draft beers.
The menu at Grand Cru consists of an impressive array of tapas items, world class entrees, fondue and hand crafted desserts. the idea is equisite food paired great wines at a price you can afford. But if you are in the mood to eat at home, stop by and pick up a bottle of wine to go.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French / American, Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 243-7900
  • Website
    http://grandcrubistro.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    David Montanez
  • Catering
    Full service catering including alcohol for small to medium sized events.
  • Private party facilities
    Private parties can be scheduled at Grand Cru by contacting the restaurant. We have a large private dining area with a separate bar. Ideal for large get togethers, weddings, graduation parties and Professional events.
  • Private party contact
    Lena Thorpe: (844) 211-6601
  • Location
    4301 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203
  • Neighbourhood
    Arlington
  • Cross Street
    Glebe
  • Parking details
    Street parking on Taylor Street and Validated parking in the underground parking garage off Taylor Street after 6pm and on weekends.
  • Public transit
    Ballston Metro Stop on the Orange Line. Exit and walk kitty corner through the courtyard with the Cosi and Potbelly Sandwich shops. Grand Cru is located in the next courtyard with the fountain.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Shared Plates

  • EscargotUS$13.00

    Garlic parsley butter / puff pastry

    • Cheese Fondue

      Cave aged Gruyere / white wine / shallots / croutons; $6 each additional

      • First PersonUS$9.00

    • Mixed Nuts and OlivesUS$11.00

      Assorted nuts, imported olives and spices

      • Sautéed Garlic Shrimp*US$16.00

        Seared shrimp / garbanzo beans / garlic / smoked paprika

        • Hot Crab and Artichoke DipUS$18.00

          Lump crab meat / artichokes / Cheddar / Cream cheese / garlic / crostini

          • Lobster FrittersUS$24.00

            Smoked paprika remoulade sauce

            • Bread BasketUS$4.00

              Assorted bread / house made rosemary butter

              • Beef Wellington TartsUS$20.00

                Flaky puff pastry / beef tenderloin / mushrooms / garlic / onion / tangy horseradish cream

                • Truffled Deviled EggsUS$12.00

                  Stuffed eggs / truffle oil / crostini / duck confit

                  • MusselsUS$17.00

                    Creamy black pepper sauce / yuzu / toasted sourdough

                    • Duck and Mushroom StrudelUS$15.00

                      Duck confit / exotic mushrooms / Gruyere cheese / smoked red pepper emulsion

                      • Stuffed and Wrapped Warm BrieUS$16.00

                        Brie cheese / phyllo dough / shaved almonds / local honey / petite salad

                        • Potato GnocchiUS$15.00

                          Green beans / garlic / shallots / roasted bell pepper / olive oil / parmesan

                          • Beef Carpaccio*US$22.00

                            Thinly sliced fillet of beef / capers / red onion / Arugula / olive oil / toasted baguette

                            • Lobster Risotto*US$25.00

                              Arborio rice / lobster / garlic / shallots / Parmesan cheese

                              Artisan Cheese Platter

                              $25. Served with fruit compote, grapes, French baguette

                              • Idaizabel / Spain / Cow

                                • Pont L'Eveque / France / Cow

                                  • Sandy Creek Goat Cheese / N.C. / Goat

                                    • Blue Shropshire / U.K. / Cow-Blue

                                      • Midnight Cove / US. Colorado / Sheep

                                        Charcuterie Platter

                                        $25. Served with French baguette and Dijon

                                        • Prosciutto / Italy

                                          • Chorizo Salami / Spain

                                            • Salami de Loukanika / Greece

                                              • Bresaola / Italy

                                                • House Made Pork Liver & Bacon Paté

                                                  Soups

                                                  • Grand Cru French Onion SoupUS$11.00

                                                    Caramelized onion / beef broth / crostini / Gruyere

                                                    • Soup du JourUS$7.00

                                                      Seasonal daily soup

                                                      Salads

                                                      Add Chicken +$8, Salmon +$17, Scallops (3 each) +$17, Shrimp (4 each) +$15

                                                      • Caesar SaladUS$12.00

                                                        Romaine hearts / Caesar dressing / Parmesan crisp

                                                        • Warm Brussel Sprout SaladUS$12.00

                                                          Sautéed Brussels sprouts / apples dried apricots / spiced pumpkin seeds crisp prosciutto / aged sherry dressing

                                                          • Beet SaladUS$12.00

                                                            Roasted beets / pecans / dry cranberries / cranberry vinaigrette / Blue cheese

                                                            • Mediterranean MedleyUS$12.00

                                                              Fresh basil / cucumbers / tomatoes / red onions / olives / peppers / artichoke hearts / marinated feta

                                                              • Shrimp & Avocado Salad*US$18.00

                                                                Frisee / Hearts of Palm / Olive Vinaigrette / Pumpkin seeds

                                                                Entrées

                                                                • Prime Filet of Beef*

                                                                  Garlic-Cheddar mashed potatoes / asparagus / red wine sauce

                                                                  • 8ozUS$42.00

                                                                • Parisian Steak and Frites*

                                                                  Rib Eye / Truffle French fries / red wine shallot sauce

                                                                  • 12ozUS$42.00

                                                                • Rack of Wild Boar*US$45.00

                                                                  Sage Apple Maple Glazed Wild Boar Rack / Roasted winter vegetables, cherry gastrique

                                                                  • Breast of Duck*US$27.00

                                                                    Sweet potato fries / frisee salad / truffled capeberry sauce

                                                                    • Roasted Breast of Organic Chicken*US$20.00

                                                                      French beans / Garlic-Cheddar mashed potatoes / lemon-thyme juice

                                                                      • Grand Cru Burger*US$18.00

                                                                        Brioche bun / cheddar / lettuce / tomato / pickle / onion / French fries

                                                                        • Fillet of Salmon*US$27.00

                                                                          Beet risotto / haricot verts / stone-grain mustard sauce

                                                                          • Sautéed Diver Scallops*US$28.00

                                                                            Roasted and pureed cauliflower / golden raisins / shallots / capers / melted leeks

                                                                            • Mushroom OrzoUS$17.00

                                                                              'Exotic' mushrooms / Gruyere / white truffle drizzle

                                                                              • Shrimp Andouille Pasta*US$19.00

                                                                                Shrimp / Andouille sausage / four cheese / tomato / Parmesan cheese / penne pasta

                                                                                • Wagyu Beef Stroganoff*US$27.00

                                                                                  American wagyu / mushrooms / shallots / garlic / large egg noodles

                                                                                  Sides

                                                                                  • Mac & CheeseUS$9.00

                                                                                    • Sauteed MushroomsUS$10.00

                                                                                      • Garlic-Cheddar Mashed PotatoesUS$9.00

                                                                                        • Truffled French FriesUS$7.00

                                                                                          • AsparagusUS$12.00

                                                                                            • Sweet Potatoes FriesUS$8.00

                                                                                              Last updated: December 14, 2022

                                                                                              What 1,379 people are saying

                                                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                              4.5
                                                                                              4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                              • 4.6Food
                                                                                              • 4.5Service
                                                                                              • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                              • 4.2Value

                                                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                                                              Loved For

                                                                                              • Virginia - DC Suburbs

                                                                                                Great for fine wines

                                                                                              Review summary

                                                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                              Grand Cru Wine Bar & Bistro is a beloved neighborhood gem known for its "phenomenal bistro" experience. Guests rave about the "delicious" food, extensive wine list, and the "attentive staff." The charming atmosphere and outdoor seating make it perfect for both intimate dinners and family gatherings. A must-visit for wine enthusiasts!

                                                                                              1,379 Reviews

                                                                                              1. Mitchell

                                                                                                Washington DC

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                3.0

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                Thanksgiving dinner special was … fine. But uninspired.

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                                                                                              2. Jackson

                                                                                                Washington DC

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                Dined on November 6, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                Expensive, but you get what you pay for. Great wine, great service, and great food. Our servers were very fun, attentive, and helpful.

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                                                                                              3. Matt

                                                                                                Washington DC

                                                                                                76 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                76 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on October 30, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                A very good meal. Carlos helped us pick out an excellent Priorat wine to accompany our dinner. The deviled eggs with duck confit is an incredible appetizer. Not something you see on other menus. The steak au poivre had good flavor and a good sauce but was cooked a little beyond medium rare. Still, overall - a very good experience and we’ll be back.

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                                                                                              4. lisa

                                                                                                San Francisco

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                vip
                                                                                                2.0

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                Dined on October 13, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 2
                                                                                                2. Food 1
                                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                I had the duck and it was terrible. My knife could not cut through it. It was inedible.

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                                                                                              5. Michael and Sarah

                                                                                                Washington DC

                                                                                                9 reviews

                                                                                                vip
                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                9 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on October 12, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                We enjoyed a lovely meal outside with the water of the fountain providing a lovely and soothing background sounds. The food and service were excellent. The wine flights helped us select our wine bottle for our me. We'll be back.

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                                                                                              6. Cynthia

                                                                                                Washington DC

                                                                                                23 reviews

                                                                                                vip
                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                23 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on October 3, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                Charming restaurant with very good food, wine and service.

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                                                                                              7. Mary

                                                                                                Washington DC

                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                vip
                                                                                                2.0

                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on September 14, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 2
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 1
                                                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                understaffed and ignored by waiter. had to get up 5 different times to ask him to assist us -- as in going back near the kitchen where he was standing. Also, 3 of 4 appetizers came out -- and then 10 mins later the 4th came out. Same with the meal. They didn't bring silverware (after they had cleared it with the appetizers -- so we had to get up and walk around the restaurant and ask for silverware.) Unbelievable. I will never eat there again.

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                                                                                              8. Lester

                                                                                                New York City

                                                                                                4 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                4 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on September 13, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                The food was excellent My friends and I had the baked brie, scallops and for dessert,profiteroles Everything was delicious. We ate outside on beautiful and comfortable evening. Very good experience overall.

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                                                                                              9. Douglas

                                                                                                Washington DC

                                                                                                7 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                7 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on September 10, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Great experience - as always - at Grand Cru! Food, service, and outdoor seating are top-notch!

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                                                                                              10. Maureen

                                                                                                Washington DC

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                3.0

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                Dined on August 28, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                Loud liable with about 8-10 people sitting near us so hard to hear. Wait staff was attentive at first then slacked off a bit towards the end. Very dark inside this restaurant but I think part of the old world elegance.

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                                                                                              FAQs

                                                                                              Grand Cru Wine Bar & Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 243-7900.

                                                                                              Grand Cru Wine Bar & Bistro is rated 4.5 stars by 1379 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 1 time today

                                                                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                              Google Map for Grand Cru Wine Bar & Bistro

                                                                                              4301 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203

                                                                                              Additional information

                                                                                              • Cross Street
                                                                                                Glebe
                                                                                              • Neighbourhood
                                                                                                Arlington
                                                                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                              • Price
                                                                                                $30 and under
                                                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                                                French / American, Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American
                                                                                              • Dining style
                                                                                                Casual Elegant
                                                                                              • Dress code
                                                                                                Casual Dress
                                                                                              • Parking details
                                                                                                Street parking on Taylor Street and Validated parking in the underground parking garage off Taylor Street after 6pm and on weekends.
                                                                                              • Public transit
                                                                                                Ballston Metro Stop on the Orange Line. Exit and walk kitty corner through the courtyard with the Cosi and Potbelly Sandwich shops. Grand Cru is located in the next courtyard with the fountain.
                                                                                              • Payment Options
                                                                                                AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                              • Executive Chef
                                                                                                David Montanez
                                                                                              • Additional
                                                                                                Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                              • Website
                                                                                                http://grandcrubistro.com/
                                                                                              • Phone number
                                                                                                (703) 243-7900
                                                                                              • Catering
                                                                                                Full service catering including alcohol for small to medium sized events.
                                                                                              • Private party facilities
                                                                                                Private parties can be scheduled at Grand Cru by contacting the restaurant. We have a large private dining area with a separate bar. Ideal for large get togethers, weddings, graduation parties and Professional events.
                                                                                              • Private party contact
                                                                                                Lena Thorpe: (844) 211-6601
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