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Cafe Renaissance
For lovers of food, wine and romance,
Cafe Renaissance is your first choice in
intimate dining. Located in the heart of downtown Vienna, Cafe Renaissance
offers a quiet and charming ambiance
that will complement any lunch or dinner.
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Cafe Renaissance is your first choice in
intimate dining. Located in the heart of downtown Vienna, Cafe Renaissance
offers a quiet and charming ambiance
that will complement any lunch or dinner.
209 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Rating Breakdown 209 reviews
5 stars
(161)
4 stars
(39)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(164)
- romantic(160)
- neighborhood gem(147)
- fit for foodies(107)
- notable wine list(100)
- great for lunch(23)
Cafe Renaissance Reviews List
Review 1 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
wines
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wines by the glass are not good, and should be upgraded for a restaurant of fine dining.
Full review on Yelp"
Full review on Yelp"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"casual conversation between diner and wait staff should be initiated by diner, not wait staff."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 3 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice in Vienna
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The only reason I didn't give this restaurant 4-stars overall is because I thought the price for brunch: $60 pp without drinks was way too high. Food, service and ambience were great but price was over the top."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 4 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delightful Mother's Day Celebration
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dined here on Mother's Day in a party of 6 that included 3 boys 12 and under. Staff was super friendly to all and made us feel very welcome. Decor is lovely - really appreciated the beautiful flowers on every table. Food was excellent - especially the mussels, mushroom soup and flounder with crab cake. Bloody Mary's were delicious too! Service was terrific - attentive without hovering. All in all a great experience."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wow
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is an excellent little place, very romantic, and great food."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
a hidden gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Cafe Renaissance provides an absolutely wonderful dining experience. The staff is friendly, service is great, and the food is terrific. We highly recommend it. You won't be disappointed."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were dining with another couple and were dissappointed that the waiter would not provide two separate checks; instead he simply split the total cost between us. The music got a bit loud at times, otherwise, great service, food, etc. I would recommend it, however if dining with others, I would make sure the waiter understood separate checks!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Spent our wedding anniversary at Cafe Renaissance recently. Service was very attentive and the smaller private room was quiet and romantic. Share a salad - they are huge. The owner sent a sumptuous dessert selection capping off dinner to most tables.
My dinner (filet) was quite good and my husband's (fish with crabcake) was overdone and fishy so he ate little of it. The chef was chatting with regulars and probably should have been paying more attention in the kitchen.
It was a nice experience and I give it good marks overall. I just wonder why the server, when clearing dinner service, didn't ask my husband why he didn't eat his dinner."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
je ne sais quoi
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It's hard to put into words exactly what this restaurant is like. Outstanding food, personable staff, and a comfortable decor is just the beginning.
I've been to the restaurant twice, and neither time did I even look at the menu! The chef came out to the table on both occasions and made my wife and I feel like we were old friends waiting to see what magic he could put on the table before us. The vegetables were crisp, and the flavors just sprung off the tongue. And I'm not even a huge veggie eater.
I asked for something surf & turf, and what I ended up with was an array of food fit for a king - crab, shrimp, lobster (with apricot and raisin glaze) and a half of filet with my requested bernaise. I could go on, but I've run out of space!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We enjoyed a lovely evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We enjoyed a lovely evening with great food and attention to detail. It made our anniversary celebration very special."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceptional! It is rare to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Exceptional! It is rare to have the chef come to your table welcoming you to a restaurant as well as the owner. Their hospitality was noteworthy. The food was presented as a beautiful picture and the taste was beyond expectation. A great restaurant for special occasions. Small private room for that special occasion.."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
These folks try harder than
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"These folks try harder than any local restaurant to please their dinners."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome experience. Owner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Awesome experience. Owner treated us great, and made us tableside Bananas Foster, which he bought for us as it was our anniversary. The chef even visited our table to say hello. And the food is delicious!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We took an out of town guest
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We took an out of town guest to dinner and she was particularly impressed with the personal attention shown by the staff and outstanding meal all three of us enjoyed. The table side visit by the owner and chef was special and the preparation as well as presentation of the dishes was beyond words. Additionally, the finishing touch of a special dessert and port wine made for a perfect evening. Cafe Renaissance stands above other first class restaurants in the area and has become the favorite dining place for me and my wife.
Richard A. Morgan"
Dined on 04/23/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A true hidden gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful food, great wine, superb service. Best place to celebrate any special occasion"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Birthday Experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I booked a reservation at Cafe Rennaisance for April 20th, 2013, in celebration of my girlfriend's birthday. It was a good choice. The owner/manager was very courteous and a gentleman to both of us from the outset. The waiter was attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu and winelist/pairings. The food was excellent (I had the filet mignon and she had the rack of lamb) and a great value. If this restaurant was located in DC, I could see them charging double. We were both pleasantly surprised when the staff came out to sing my girlfriend "Happy Birthday." With them they brought a custard-ish dessert that ranks amongst the best I have ever had. We will be going back."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great time
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A warm and solicitous staff greets you and stays with you through the entire evening. Personal touches like the chef, personally explaining that he will create any dish you want start the evening well.
The wait staff is positively, if not intentionally entertaining. Clearly some boundary issues but in a goofy family way as opposed to an uncaring or clueless way.
We found the food was surprisingly good with a nice presentation and thoughtful mix of ingredients and flavor. Not a foodie place...but great for someone looking for an interesting meal and unique ambiance.
We felt comfortable, cared for and included in a difficult to describe manner. We loved our waiter Manny...and we will return again and could easily see it as a "go to place"."
The wait staff is positively, if not intentionally entertaining. Clearly some boundary issues but in a goofy family way as opposed to an uncaring or clueless way.
We found the food was surprisingly good with a nice presentation and thoughtful mix of ingredients and flavor. Not a foodie place...but great for someone looking for an interesting meal and unique ambiance.
We felt comfortable, cared for and included in a difficult to describe manner. We loved our waiter Manny...and we will return again and could easily see it as a "go to place"."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 18 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Consistently great food and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Consistently great food and service."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 19 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Cafe Renaissance was a nice
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Cafe Renaissance was a nice surprise. We went to a strip mall location based almost entirely on its good ratings by Open Table users. Once inside we felt we were transporter to another world. The French menu was a bit dated; however, the food was very nicely prepared. There was a long list of specials; however, the waiter was difficult to understand so we mostly ordered from the menu we could read. The service was good but the waiter was too chatty, interrupting our conversation more than necessary. We will probably return."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful Evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A wonderful evening at Cafe Renaissance! Food was very good and the service and ambiance wonderful. Hard to ask for much more."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service was very friendly.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was very friendly. Food was good. I had mussels and they were not great nor bad ,but more than plentiful. We all had desert and coffee. My coffee came out cold. Mind you not cool but cold. They gave me an espresso, which was nice and hot. they also gave each of us a glass of port. A nice touch. Not a great port, but ok.
All in all we would go back."
All in all we would go back."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a delightful dinner-trout
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a delightful dinner-trout was cooked perfectly as well as the Dover Sole.
Their multiple (6) dinner accompanyments make for a very special treat. We really enjoyed their dessert sampler --made for a very special finish! The entire staff makes you feel welcomed-fresh flowers throughout the restaurant are always beautiful. Also, they make the best cappuccino in the area!!"
Their multiple (6) dinner accompanyments make for a very special treat. We really enjoyed their dessert sampler --made for a very special finish! The entire staff makes you feel welcomed-fresh flowers throughout the restaurant are always beautiful. Also, they make the best cappuccino in the area!!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and unbelievable
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and unbelievable service! Do not be fooled by the strip shopping center location and annonymous entry."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Planning to return
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It is a quaint yet inviting restaurant. The outside of the restaurant deceives how elegant it is on the inside. The food was perfectly prepared and the staff provided the right amount of personal attention. The chocolate flourless cake with port was the perfect ending to the meal."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Beautiful restaurant, Matty
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Beautiful restaurant, Matty our waiter was attentive, funny, and took great care of me and my boyfriend. We had so much fun and will definitely come back."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was fantastic. Service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was fantastic. Service was excellent. Everyone there was extremely friendly. Chef came to table to take order, was very nice. Great evening."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 27 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We'll be back!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first time at Cafe Renaissance, but it won't be our last. It's not often that every morsel of a meal out is extraordinary, but that was the case here. From the wine to the appetizers to our main courses, they asked what we liked, assured us they would bring something we would enjoy, and brought out selections both beautifully presented and absolutely delicious - even for the vegetarian in the group, whose only guidance was "no meat or fish."
Among many charming things about this restaurant, the most endearing was the fact that the chef came out and talked with us - even on a busy Saturday night! And there were several other birthday celebrations that night besides ours, and each got the same enthusiastic birthday chorus."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a fantastic first visit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a fantastic first visit to Cafe Renaissance. The owner greeted us at the door, the chef sat with us to arrange and entirely off-menu dining experience, we had a great bottle of wine and an even better meal. The staff constantly checked in, talked with us like old friends, and made the experience as if we were going there our whole lives.
We had oysters and duck confit as an appetizers, Chateaubriand for dinner and then a banana crepe flambe for dessert. Fantastic meal, one of the best cuts of meat i've had anywhere in this town.
Highly Recommended"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 29 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Prepare to indulge for hours.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Celebrated my father's birthday here with my parents and girlfriend. Restaurant was quiet, we dined on a Wednesday and there were only a few other tables that were occupied. Food was excellent, extremely rich and full of flavor. The Maître D was extremely friendly and treated us like family even though it was our first time dining at Café Renaissance. The Maître D and head chef both sat at our table to chat several times, they made jokes and talked about their families which really added something special to the evening. I probably wouldn’t recommend Café Renaissance for a quick drink and a bite, but if you want to spend an evening surrounded by friendly people with great food in a charming atmosphere, this is a great place to go."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food with personalized
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food with personalized service. Fantastic for a special occasion"
Dined on 03/18/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My wife, son and I left the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife, son and I left the restaurant thinking it was the best dining experience we've ever had. The owner was very friendly and sat down with us about 3 times. The waiter was knowledgeable and also sat with us. The food was great and reasonably priced. We thought the wine list was great. We had a couple bottles of a very good cab. When it was time for dessert the owner treated us to a glass of port with some Remy Martin champagne added. My wife wants to go back on Mother's Day, and I'm looking forward to it."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cafe Renaissance more than
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Cafe Renaissance more than met our expectations. The food was superb -- the duck confit was so delicious that I would get it again in a minute. I honestly can't say enough good things about the food, wine, and attention that we received. We will definitely be going back again soon."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Have been going to the CR
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Have been going to the CR for over 15 years and am never disappointed."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You cannot go wrong coming
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"You cannot go wrong coming to this restaurant. We bring family, friends, co-workers to this restaurant we adore so much and each leaves with the same sentiment - that was the best meal they've ever had (and they know why we talk about it so much)."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Hidden Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"everything was excellent, the staff was friendly and superb in customer care"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 36 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We so enjoyed our dinner at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We so enjoyed our dinner at Cafe Renaissance. Loved visiting with the chef, our waiter and his stories, and the owners making of Bananas Foster. Truly an original experience. Overall experience can be a little frenetic because they talk to you so much and really draw you in to feeling comfortable, but there is still ample time to have conversation and enjoy the meal. Clearly a restaurant with a lot of return business but even newcomers are welcomed."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 37 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I always enjoy celebrating
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I always enjoy celebrating special occasions at Cafe Renaissance, and if there's no occasion to celebrate, it will feel like you are anyway. The host treats you like an old friend and the owner is always on hand to schmooze. The servers are a bit formal, but in the setting, it's appropriate, and they know the menu, even if they have to refer to their crib notes as they read off the laundry list of nightly specials. Order the Chef's sampler appetizer... in fact, order anything the chef recommends! The only slight we've ever had here was one time where our souffles were made with salt instead of sugar.... the chef was very embarressed, and absolutely made it up to us, and now it just makes for a funny story."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
THE best customer service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"THE best customer service I have ever experienced! The owner Saeed was so welcoming to us as first time diners, and he should be proud of his staff for treating us just like regualrs (which we will be!). I really enjoyed the Duck Confit as an appetizer, and the Flounder with Crab Meat as my main course, and my wife's Foie Gras and Shad Roe were the best she has ever had. And finally, the ambiance could not have been better. Well done!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Personal attention from the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Personal attention from the chef. Great dinner"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 40 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely setting. Great food.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Lovely setting. Great food.
Attentive service. A great find."
Attentive service. A great find."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Consistently among the BEST
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Consistently among the BEST restaurants in the DC area--and deservedly so. From Saeed's personalized greeting to service that is attentive--but does not hover--and a talented chef will gladly tailor your meal to make it especially memorable, the Renaissance team is first rate!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best restaurant in Vienna!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Outstanding food with wide selection. Very friendly staff. Gorgeous arrangements of fresh roses throughout room."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 43 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Hidden Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A coworker actually recommended this place to me. When I first pulled up I was a little confused by the surrounding location. However, it was an amazing restaurant tucked away. The staff took personal time with each customer even though the restaurant was nearly full. The food was amazing and the chef even personally came to make sure our meal was exactly how we ordered. We had the filet mignon and the fettuccini w/ salmon. The wine list had a wide variety to choose from, to include reasonably priced bottles. Overall our experience was amazing and we will definitely be going back. This is one place you should give a try!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best of Paris right in Vienna VA!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Food and ambiance are world class and the staff and owner never fail to delight! This is a slice of genuine Paris in Vienna VA, I would recommend it highly for your romantic and special occasion evening."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 45 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It is so rare to find an owner-oper
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It is so rare to find an owner-operated restaurant these days. Cafe Renaissance has a perfect package and it is because the owners are present, attentive, and very good at what they do. The discretion and quiet calm makes this a perfect place to have an important business meeting at lunch."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 46 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Outstanding food, selection, presentation, and service with personal attention from the owner. Wonderful for a special occasion"
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 47 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fabulous restaurant and fabulous
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fabulous restaurant and fabulous experience. I look forward to going again. It was really an exceptional experience in every way possible!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 48 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The staff makes you feel special
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The staff makes you feel special and welcome. They are meticulous and take the time needed to explain in detail the items on the menu and wine list. While we were encouraged to try different things, we appreciated the lack of pressure to make choices that went beyond our comfort zone. Most important, the taste of every dish was excellent."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 49 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cafe Renissance: Top of the list
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Absolutely the finest owner-managed restaurant in the area! This undiscovered gem is in a class by itself. Cafe Renaissance is a carry back to the "golden" years of class French-Italian dining and ambiance. Service and food are outstanding and the management makes every attempt (and successfully) to please and welcome you to their customer base."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 50 for Cafe Renaissance
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I took a small group for a
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I took a small group for a business dinner. It was not a busy night, and they accommodated us by putting us in a smaller room off to one side, which afforded us privacy and was perfect for us. The menu and wine list are extensive. The regular menu offers enough choices for any diner, and there were numerous specials as well. We liked the wine we ordered, but it was the last bottle in stock, so the manager offered another similar, but more expensive wine at the same price. It was equally good. Service was outstanding--attentive, but not intrusive. The food was very good to excellent. I will go back for sure, with my wife this time for a romantic evening."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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