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Welcome to Azur

About

Chef Frederik de 
Pue’s Azur is a classic European seafood restaurant in the heart of Washington, D.C. The menu is a reflection of De Pue’s experience in some of Europe’s best seafood kitchens, including the Michelin-starred Sea Grill restaurant in his native Belgium. Assisted by Chef de Cuisine Robert Rubba, Chef de Pue offers quality seafood from sustainable purveyors.

A six seat raw bar on the third level offers oysters, caviar and cured salmon in their most unadulterated form. The restaurant’s wine program is characterized by its large list of white varietals and also includes a carefully curated selection of burgundies, sparkling, and sweet reds. This 135-seat ode to the sea is dressed in subtle ocean hues and hand-made furniture. Tall ceilings, large windows, exposed pipes and a striking spiral staircase distinguish the lofty interior. The main dining areas on the second and third floors have a perfect view of one of the restaurant’s singular features: a custom-made chandelier that recreates underwater air bubbles with over 60 different size globes.

In keeping with its commitment to sustainable sourcing, Azur filters all water in house with Natura Water technology, and collects all oyster shells to be returned to local beaches and oyster beds.

Reservations: Parties of 12 or more please contact our event manager directly at events@azurdc.com.

Executive Chef / Owner Frederik de Pue has emerged as a notable culinary talent, with an exceptional eye for detail and honest inspiration behind his food and menus. He translates his global culinary experiences into each dish he prepares and endeavors to create satisfying and sophisticated food. The Belgian born chef also owns Table in Washington’s Shaw neighborhood. Opened in January 2013, Table has earned praise from the city’s restaurant critics for its thoughtful, French-inspired fare. Since 2006, Frederik has earned a reputation for exceptional cuisine with the growth of his 42º Catering through the greater DC region. De Pue first came to Washington in 2001 as the Executive Chef of the European Commission Delegation Ambassador. The Belgium born and raised chef trained at the Hotel School Ter Duinen and cooked under noted European chefs Alain Chapel, Alain Ducasse and Yves Mattagne.

Restaurants

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Table, Chef de Pue’s breakout restaurant, draws on classic European sensibilities, offering guests a simple and comfortable neighborhood dining experience. Table serves dinner Tuesday through Sunday. For more information, please visit TableDC.com.

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42° Catering was launched by Chef Frederik de Pue in 2007 after he spent several years cooking for some of the city’s top international guests and ambassadors as the Executive Chef for the European Commission Delegation Ambassador. Delivering innovative cuisine, 42˚ is a boutique catering firm that specializes in creating custom-designed culinary events with exceptional service throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Chef de Pue and his staff work with clients to develop stunning menus and service for special occasions of all types. For more information, please visit 42˚ Catering.

Contact

Azur is located in the heart of Washington, D.C. in the Penn Quarter neighborhood. The restaurant is easily accessible by Metro via the Gallery Place Chinatown or Navy Memorial stations, or on foot from downtown locations. Valet Parking is also available for $12.

PRIVATE EVENTS
events@azurdc.com

MEDIA/MARKETING INQUIRIES
pr@azurdc.com

LARGE PARTY RESERVATIONS
Parties of 12 or more please contact our event manager directly at events@azurdc.com.

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