Bastille

Founded by Christophe Poteaux and Michelle Garbee-Poteaux in 2006, Bastille is a contemporary French bistro and wine bar in North Old Town. The restaurant offers eclectic lunch, brunch and dinner menus, in addition to serving a number of fine domestic and imported vintages, as well as specialty cocktails, beer and more. Visit the Bastille Web site for a schedule of upcoming events.

One of Alexandria’s most beloved restaurants relocated away from the waterfront and opened in the middle of Old Town. Its setting is just as classy with a sleek, modern décor, a wood-framed bar near the entrance and a garden-like outdoor patio.

Located inside spacious, wood-accented quarters in an Old Town apartment building and encompassing two dining rooms, Bar Bastille, an all-day cafe and a courtyard patio, exudes the charm of a contemporary brasserie. The seasonal menu features updated Gallic classics and dishes with North African and Middle Eastern flavors.

Bastille is situated in a very obscure location in an unfrequented section of Alexandria’s Old Town. Nevertheless, it has potential charm. Lunch options include the salade niçoise, an obvious choice for a French restaurant, but we find the portion skimpy. A heartier appetite may be satisfied with the hamburger served with a heaping mound of fries. Dinnertime offers more for the Francophile,...

Bastille Restaurant is located at the address 1201 N Royal st Ste A in Alexandria, Virginia 22314. They can be contacted via phone at (703) 519-3776 for pricing, hours and directions.

For more information go to www.bastillerestaurant.com

For maps and directions to Bastille Restaurant view the map to the right. For reviews of Bastille Restaurant see below.