La Vie Menu
Welcome to La Vie, where Mediterranean elegance meets a vibrant atmosphere. Nestled at 88 District Square SW in Washington, DC, La Vie offers a thoughtfully crafted cocktail bar experience with a diverse menu ideal for both meat lovers and those seeking vegetarian or pescatarian options.
From the Kafta lamb kebab to the Tuna Tartare, each dish bursts with flavor and is beautifully presented. The romantic and trendy setting makes it perfect for intimate dinners or lively nights out with friends. Guests can savor delightful bites like Grilled Octopus and Mediterranean Spreads, while enjoying cocktails amidst chic floral decor and stunning views.
The attentive service and thoughtful amenities like bottomless brunch and happy hour specials elevate the experience. La Vie is not just a meal; it’s a feast for the senses, where every visit feels like a special occasion.
Cold Bar
PETITE RIVIERA TOWER
serves 23 lobster, mussels, shrimp, oysters, snow crab, tuna, mignonette
GRAND
serves 46 people lobster, mussels, shrimp, oysters, snow crab, tuna, mignonette
OYSTERS 12 DOZEN
mignonette, harissa, cocktail sauce
OYSTERS DOZEN
mignonette, harissa, cocktail sauce
SHRIMP COCKTAIL
cocktail sauce
LA VIE CAESAR
little gem, crispy lavash, pickled fresnos, parmigiano, shallots
GREEK GARDEN SALAD
tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, onions, feta, kalamata olives
ASPARAGUS SALAD
shaved apple, mustard aioli, sherry vinaigrette, white asparagus, garlic streusel
Salads
For the Table
KAFTA
lamb kebab, harissa pita bread, garlic toum
TUNA TARTARE
quinoa tabbouleh, avocado mousse, harissa aioli, crispy grains
GRILLED OCTOPUS
cucumber, pickled pearl onion, saffron potato, chermoula vinaigrette
MEDITERRANEAN SPREADS
trio of hummus, melitzanosalata, tzatziki, served with zaatar pita
ARANCINI
ratatouille, burrata, saffron aioli
TRUFFLE SHRIMP
puff pastry, hen of wood mushrooms, parmesan, bechamel
LAMB SHAWARMA HUMMUS
pickled vegetables, pine nuts, crispy garbanzos, mint, pomegranate, zaatar, carmelized onions
SEAFOOD MISTO
shrimp, calamari, shishito, pepper, lemon aioli
BURRATA
burnt eggplant puree, pickled fresno peppers, roasted corn, italian baguette
FRENCH MUSSEL POT
fennel sausage, dijon butter, white wine, served with focaccia toast
CRISPY POTATO TERRINE
shaved yukon gold potatoes, lime crema, harissa aioli, ricotta salata
BRANZINO FILLETS
served with eggplant caponata and frisee salad
ATLANTIC SALMON
served with eggplant caponata and frisee salad
PAN ROASTED SCALLOPS
cherry tomato sugo, nduja, charred bok choy, preserved lemon, worcestershire aioli, littleneck clams
ROCK FISH
harissa chickpeas stew, merguez spices, green garlic pesto, crispy artichoke, pickled ramp
Sea
Pasta Risotto
LOBSTER RISOTTO
seafood ragu, black garlic aioli, crispy basil
SEAFOOD TAGLIATELLE
shrimp, cuttlefish, clams, white wine, clam broth, creme fraiche, garlic streusal
SPINACH RICOTTA RAVIOLI
cherry tomato sauce, thai basil, pecorino romano
MUSHROOM RISOTTO
wild mushrooms, pecorino romano, crispy sage, porcini vinaigrette
CRESTI DI GALLO
pea pesto, snap peas, shaved zucchini, green garlic, frico
LAMB CHOPS
yellow split pea puree, marbled potatoes, parmigiano, red pearl onions
CHICKEN FRA DIAVOLO
green sofrito, charred radicchio, tomato escabeche, summer vegetables, chicken jus
24OZ BONEIN RIBEYE
bonein ribeye, creekstone farms, bearnaise sauce
RED WINE BRAISED SHORT RIB
truffle polenta, roasted root vegetables, smoked maitaki mushrooms, remoulade
LA VIE BURGER ROYALE
prime beef patty, pork belly, raclette fonduta, pickles, la vie sauce, caramelized onions, served with truffle frites
