Le Diplomate

"The longest-reigning Stephen Starr restaurant in the area, offering French cuisine on 14th Street." - Tierney Plumb

"A popular brasserie in D.C. from Stephen Starr, known for its bustling atmosphere, involved in allegations of hostile work environments and unionization movements." - Tierney Plumb

"An iconic D.C. restaurant part of Stephen Starr's hospitality group, known for its French cuisine." - Tierney Plumb

"Over ten years in, Stephen Starr’s jam-packed French brasserie continues to be a common go-to pick amongst glitterati in town. Countless names passing through have included everyone from a tipsy Bill Murray hanging out with kitchen staff to a certain Real Housewives of NYC star who made headlines for forgetting to pay her tab to Arnold Schwarzenegger doing a leisurely lunch. Over in Georgetown, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez dined at Starr’s newest D.C. restaurant Osteria Mozza ahead of inauguration weekend." - Vinciane Ngomsi, Tierney Plumb

"Diners can lounge at Stephen Starr’s ever-busy brasserie and sidewalk cafe for a long time; Le Diplomate serves brunch from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekends. Check out the raw bar selections, beef bourguignon, and the popular "Burger Americain.” Guests also come flocking for its “Les Oeufs” section of seven egg dishes. Go with the poached eggs basquaise, served with prosciutto and creamy polenta, or a lobster omelet. Starr’s booming Union Market district portfolio includes three brunch-worthy picks: American tavern St. Anselm, Mexico City-themed El Presidente, and buzzy brasserie Pastis." - Tierney Plumb, Eater Staff