BISTRO DU JOUR Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to BISTRO DU JOUR, a culinary gem nestled in the vibrant District Square of Washington, DC. Here, the menu is a delightful celebration of flavors that showcases both traditional and contemporary French cuisine.
- Starters & Sides: Begin your meal with enticing options like Pommes Frites or Haricots Verts Aux Amandes—both irresistibly flavorful.
- Main Dishes: Savor the rich taste of Boeuf Bourguignon or indulge in the vegan-friendly Fenouil Braise, both beautifully presented and bursting with flavor.
- Desserts: Don't miss the Fresh Fruit Tart or Seasonal Cheese Cake—a perfect way to conclude your dining experience.
With a view of the wharf, delightful service, and a menu crafted to impress, BISTRO DU JOUR is not just a meal; it's an experience you won't soon forget!
Entree
Steak Au Poivre
Gluten Free Beef Tenderloin, Peppercorn Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans
Poulet Roti Au Poireau
Roasted Heritage Chicken, Leeks, Mushrooms, Mashed Potatoes, Whole Grain Mustard Jus
Fenouil Braise
Vegan/ GlutenFree Braised Fennel, Curried Lentils, Herbed Eggplant Puree
*Croque Madame
Baked Brioche, Black Forest Ham, Bechamel, Gruyere, and Sunny Side-Up Egg.
Salade Nicoise
Gluten-Free. Tuna, Sardines, Potatoes, Haricot Vert, Tomatoes, Olives, Cornichons, and Dijon Vinaigrette.
Fluke En Papillote
Gluten Free Mushrooms, Fennel, Fingerlings, Lemon, Tarragon
*Steak Frites
Gluten-Free. Skirt Steak, Maitre D’Hotel Butter, Watercress Salad, and French Fries.
*Filet De Saumon Roti
Gluten-Free. Pan-Roasted Salmon, Remoulade, Cucumber-Sorrel Salad, and Ratatouille.
Boeuf Bourguignon
Gluten Free Braised Beef Stew, Mashed Potatoes, Baby Carrots, Pearl Onions
Coq Au Vin
Braised Chicken Legs, Bacon Lardons, Mushrooms, Pearl Onions, Mashed Potatoes
Cheeseburger L’Americain
Double Patty, American Cheese, Special Sauce, and French Fries.
Quiche Du Jour
Vegetarian. Small Green Salad.
Omelette Aux Blancs D'Oeufs
Vegetarian and Gluten-Free. Zucchini, Thyme, Goat Cheese, and Crispy Fingerlings.
Pain Perdu
Vegetarian. Brioche French Toast, Blueberry Compote, and Chantilly Cream.
Paris-Brest Au Saumon Fume
Smoked salmon, choux "bagel", everything spice, hard-boiled egg, horseradish cream cheese, pickled cucumber, red onion, salmon caviar.
*0eufs Sur Le Plat
Sunnyside Up Eggs, Mornay, Griddled Sourdough, and Sauteed Mushrooms.
Omelette Aux Blancs D’Oeufs
Vegetarian and Gluten-Free. Zucchini, Thyme, Goat Cheese, and Crispy Fingerlings.
Avoine De Nuit
Vegetarian and Gluten-Free. Overnight Oats, Apples, Almonds, Mixed Berries, Granola, and Raspberry Coulis.
Quiche Du Jour
Vegetarian. Small Green Salad.
*Americain
Eggs, Croissant, Bacon, and Crispy Fingerlings.
Gaufres Belges
Belgian Waffle, Honey-Syrup Apples, and Chantilly Cream.
Petit Dejeuner / Breakfast
Gouters / Snacks
Oeufs Mimosa
Caviar, Crispy Prosciutto, Horseradish
Perfou De Vendee
Toasted Baguette, Garlic Confit, Herb Butter
Macaron Au Foie
Each. Raspberry Macaroon, Savory Chicken Liver Mousse, and Fig Jam.
Gougeres
Vegetarian. Warm Cheese Puffs and Gruyere.
Fresh Fruit Tart
Seasonal Cheese Cake
Cakes & Pies
Savory
Ham & Cheese Croissant
Everything Crogel
Fluke En Papillote
Mushrooms, Fennel, Fingerlings, Lemon, Tarragon
Steak Au Poivre
Beef Tenderloin, Peppercorn Sauce, Pommes Puree, Haricot Vert
Boeuf Bourguignon
Braised Beef Stew, Mashed Potatoes, Baby Carrots, Pearl Onions
Poulet Roti Au Poireau
Roasted Heritage Chicken, Leeks, Mushrooms, Mashed Potatoes, Whole Grain Mustard Jus
Coq Au Vin
Gluten-Free. Braised Chicken, Bacon, Mushrooms, Pearl Onions, and Mashed Potatoes.
Dinner
Cotes / Sides
Pommes Frites
Vegetarian and Gluten-Free.
Macaroni Au Gratin
Vegetarian.
Carrots Paysannes
Gluten free.
Haricots Verts Aux Almandes
Pommes Puree
Gluten-Free.
Pain Au Chocolat
Our classic croissant is taken to the next level when baked with a bar of semi-sweet valrhona chocolate running through the center. you'll swear you died and went to a better place.
Classic Croissant
Made with french grass-fed butter and a sourdough starter, this croissant promises to instantly transport you to your favorite parisian bistro.
Cinnamon Roll
Dark Chocolate Brownie
Canele
French Cruller
Coconut Chocolate Macaroon
Seasonal Sweet Bread
Madeline
Pastry Basket
Croissant, Pain Au Chocolat, Banana Bread, and Cherry Scone.
Patisseries / Pastries
Hors D’oeuvres / Appetizers
Escargots De Bourgogne
Garlic-parsley butter, hazelnuts, baguette croutons.
Soupe A L'Oignon
French Onion, Gruyere, and Baguette Crouton.
Carpaccio De Thun
Mousseline De Foie De Volaille
Chicken Liver Mousse, Fig Jam, Pickled Onions, Brioche Toast
Salade Lyonnaise
Vegetarian. Frisee, Bacon, Croutons, Poached Egg, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Moules Frites
Gluten-free. mussels, white wine, garlic butter, and french fries.
Tarte Flambee
Gruyere, Mozzarella, Creme Fraiche, Bacon Lardons, Caramelized Onions
Salade Verte
Vegan and Gluten-Free. Bibb Lettuce, Avocado, Grapefruit, Radish, Fennel, Red Wine Vinaigrette.