The word “Convivial,” like Chef/Owner Cedric Maupillier, is both French & American. Defined as: “fond of feasting, eating, and good company”.

Classic French cuisine with a contemporary accent.

Tuna carpaccio with green beans and olive salad finished with and anchovy and caper aioli

All your French favorites complemented by superlative local produce.

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Cedric’s famous Bouillabaisse

Book your 2024 event in one of our elegant spaces.

Dinner
Monday - Saturday
5pm - 9:00pm

Happy Hour
Monday - Thursday
5pm - 6pm

Brunch
Saturday - Sunday
10:30am - 2:00pm

Sunday
Closed for Dinner (open for Brunch)

Getting here!

801 O Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001

 

Give the gift of feasting, drinking,and good company!

Gift cards are available in any denomination over $25, may be purchased in the restaurant or online, and are available as cards or ecards.

Press

  • Michelin logo

    “Truth be told, Convivial excels in all areas…Of course, the real reason diners keep coming back to this energetic hot spot is most certainly for the food: bold and playful takes on the tried-and-true that are made for sharing."

    —Michelin

  • Washington Post logo

    "Warm bread and soft butter open dinner, and how nice to hear the bread crackle at the touch. Then the appetizers start coming and you congratulate yourself for having made the decision to dine here."

    —Tom Sietsema

A 20% service charge will be added to your bill. This charge goes entirely to increasing the wages of our employees to above the current minimum wage for all employees in DC. Tips are not expected, but always appreciated.