Restaurant in Washington DC, United States
Central Michel Richard
100Pearl PointsEasy downtown pick

About Central Michel Richard
Central Michel Richard is a practical downtown D.C. pick when ease, central location, a grown-up room matter more than chasing a scarce reservation. Compare Moon Rabbit for a stronger modern food angle, Café Riggs for contemporary hotel polish, Silver Lyan if the night should revolve around drinks.
Central Michel Richard is open from 11 AM to 9 PM Monday through Saturday and closed on Sunday, making it a practical Washington, D.C. option when the priority is a dependable schedule and a business-casual dress code. It is worth considering when you want Central Michel Richard specifically rather than a page built on unverified claims about cuisine, menu format, or accolades.
The smart use case is direct: choose it when the verified basics fit your plans. The confirmed details are its Washington, D.C. location, business-casual dress code, Monday-to-Saturday hours. If you are comparing other options, Silver Lyan, Moon Rabbit, other Washington, D.C. venues may suit different plans, but confirm current details directly before deciding.
Choose it for ease, not for a hard-to-get trophy table
Central Michel Richard works well in this guide as a practical pick with clearly stated hours and a business-casual expectation. The verified record does not support claims about awards, tasting formats, specific dishes, prices, seat counts, or a particular reservation difficulty, so the safest recommendation is to use it when its schedule and dress code match the occasion. For another planned outing, Waldorf Astoria DC Afternoon Tea is another option to compare. For a different Washington, D.C. venue, Café Riggs is also worth checking.
Seating specifics should be confirmed directly with the venue. Without verified details on bar, counter, or room layout, ask the venue for the current options if seating style matters to your party.
Where it fits in a Washington, D.C. shortlist
For a Washington, D.C. plan with verified business-casual guidance and 11 AM to 9 PM hours Monday through Saturday, Central Michel Richard is a reasonable candidate. To compare other options, consider Tosca or use Our full Washington, D.C. restaurants guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Central Michel Richard?
The verified schedule runs Monday through Saturday from 11 AM to 9 PM, with Sunday closed. Reservation difficulty is not verified here, so plan according to your party size and timing, confirm current availability directly with the venue.
What time is best to visit Central Michel Richard?
The verified hours are 11 AM to 9 PM Monday through Saturday. Specific meal-period details are not verified here, so choose the time that fits your schedule and check the venue's official channels for current details.
What should I order at Central Michel Richard?
Specific dishes and menu formats are not verified here. Use the confirmed basics, Washington, D.C. location, business-casual dress code, Monday-to-Saturday hours, to decide whether it fits your plans, then check the venue's official channels for the latest details.
What should I wear to Central Michel Richard?
Wear business casual. That is the verified dress code for Central Michel Richard in Washington, D.C.
What are alternatives to Central Michel Richard in Washington, D.C.?
Options to consider include Tosca, Moon Rabbit, Café Riggs, Silver Lyan, Waldorf Astoria DC Afternoon Tea. Choose based on the current hours, menu, setting, availability that best fit your plans.
Is Central Michel Richard good for a special occasion?
It can be a fit if the occasion calls for a Washington, D.C. venue with business-casual dress and verified hours from 11 AM to 9 PM Monday through Saturday. For a more specific celebration plan, confirm current details directly with the venue.
Can I eat at the bar at Central Michel Richard?
Bar seating details are not verified here. If seating style matters, ask the venue directly before you go.
Location
1001 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004
Washington DC, United States
Compare Central Michel Richard
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Michel Richard | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
| Moon Rabbit | Washington, D.C. | Vietnamese, Modern Vietnamese | $$$ |
| Café Riggs | Washington, D.C. | Contemporary | $$$ |
| Tosca | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
| Waldorf Astoria DC Afternoon Tea | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
| Silver Lyan | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
How Central Michel Richard Washington, D.C. compares with similar nearby venues.
Also Consider
- Moon Rabbit, Vietnamese, Modern Vietnamese, $$$
- Café Riggs, Contemporary, $$$
- Tosca, Notable alternative
- Waldorf Astoria DC Afternoon Tea, Notable alternative
- Silver Lyan, Notable alternative
How Central Michel Richard compares in Washington, D.C.
Choose Central Michel Richard when the decision is about convenience and an easy reservation near the civic core. Moon Rabbit is the stronger choice for diners who want a more defined Vietnamese and modern Vietnamese point of view at a $$$ tier, while Café Riggs is the better fit for a contemporary hotel-room feel at a similar $$$ signal.
For a more formal classic dinner, Tosca is the cross-shop to consider. For occasion theater without committing to dinner, Waldorf Astoria DC Afternoon Tea gives a more ceremonial daytime experience. If the group wants cocktails to drive the plan, Silver Lyan is the cleaner recommendation.
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