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French restaurant in Great Falls, Virginia
What should I order at L'Auberge Chez Francois?
What to order
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Chocolate Soufflé
Mentioned repeatedly as a standout dessert: described as excellent, light and flavorful, hot and fluffy, and one reviewer said it was so good they forgot to take a photo before eating it.
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Rockfish
Recommended in multiple reviews as a top entrée, including as a special and as part of the prix fixe meal, with guests calling it excellent and a standout.
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Beef Cheeks
Praised several times for being flavorful, rich, comforting, and well-prepared, whether served as a stew or braised in sherry wine sauce.
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Veal
Frequently highlighted as a strong entrée choice, including veal scallopini and other veal preparations that reviewers called delicious, tender, and expertly cooked.
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Chive Crepe
Recommended as a memorable starter, with reviewers specifically calling it delicious and enjoying it as part of the prix fixe menu.
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Crème Brûlée
Mentioned as a dessert that was done just right and enjoyed by diners, making it a reliable sweet finish to the meal.
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Soufflés
A recurring dessert recommendation across reviews, with diners praising the soufflés for being light, flavorful, fluffy, and not too sweet.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, 4:30 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, 4:30 to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 8 PM |
About L'Auberge Chez Francois
Elegant restaurant serving classic French dishes in a farmhouse setting & on a garden patio.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Private dining room
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is L'Auberge Chez Francois known for?
It is especially known for soufflés, including chocolate soufflé and raspberry soufflé, along with classic French prix fixe dining. Reviewers also repeatedly mention beef wellington, beef cheeks, and refined service that makes the meal feel like a special occasion.
What dishes are most recommended at L'Auberge Chez Francois?
Reviewers most often recommend the mushroom crepe, chive crepe, beef tenderloin, rockfish special, lobster bisque, veal dishes, and the raspberry soufflé. The prix fixe lunch and dinner menus are also praised because they let guests try several courses, including bread service, amuse-bouche, and dessert.
What is the atmosphere like at L'Auberge Chez Francois?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, historic, quiet, romantic, and upscale, with a farmhouse feel and garden patio in Great Falls. It suits couples, groups, and people celebrating anniversaries or birthdays, especially if they want a slower, formal dining experience.
Is L'Auberge Chez Francois good value, and what is the price range?
It is in the $100+ price range, but many reviewers say the prix fixe lunch is a strong value for the quality and amount of food. Guests specifically call the four-course lunch deal and the lunch prix fixe a steal for the level of service and the classic French dishes served.
Do you need a reservation or should you plan extra time at L'Auberge Chez Francois?
Yes, reservations are accepted and required, and lunch, brunch, and dinner reservations are recommended. Reviewers also note the service is intentionally unhurried, with one meal taking about 2 hours for 2 people, so it is best to plan for a long, paced dining experience.
Is parking available at L'Auberge Chez Francois?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
