RESERVATIONS
L’Avant-Garde, an elegant French restaurant in the heart of Georgetown, where a sultry, high-energy atmosphere combines sophisticated and fanciful cuisine, classic cocktails, and an extensive wine list.
Jacques Pépin Foundation Dinner
March 20, 2025, multiple seating times available.
Kicking off the 90/90 dinner series in DC in celebration of Chef Jacques Pépin’s 90th Birthday.
L'Avant-Garde is proud to support the Jacques Pépin Foundation by donating a portion of the proceeds from the dinner to help empower individuals through culinary education.
Partner Chef Sébastien Giannini proposes a five course menu of French classic dishes, with a modern twist including Lobster and chicken vol-au-vent with Armoricaine sauce followed by Seared scallops, beurre blanc, cauliflower, leeks and caviar then Duck à l'orange, candied apple followed by Truffle Brie then Opera cake, gold leaf for dessert.
SEMI-PRIVATE DINING ROOM
Seats 10 guests
Our semi-private dining area, located within our Skylight Room, includes an 10-seat table, obscured behind curtains. This room features a commissioned mural, by artist Bryan King, depicting a dinner party set during “Années Folles”, a golden age in French history during the late 1920s known for artistic freedom, social affluence, and a reigning sense of joie de vivre.
Private Events in the Skylight Room
Seats 40 guests
Our Skylight Room can be fully privatized for up to 40 seated guests. Specialty menus of elevated cuisine can be customized for your lunch or dinner. Fill out the form below to host your memorable event at Georgetown’s most elegant address.
Full restaurant privatization available for up to 90 guests.
For inquiries or reservations for parties larger than 6, you can reach out to us using the form below.